A Day On Haleakalā

A Large Volcano on the Hawaiian’ Island of Maui If you are visiting Maui be sure and take the time for a morning visit to another world. Haleakalā offers a glimpse into a landscape that leaves the impression that you have visited Mars, with the bonus of spectacular vistas of the Pacific and the islandContinue reading “A Day On Haleakalā”

Selected Images • The Japan Bridge In Hoi An, Vietnam

Hoi An, Vietnam was a major trading port in the 17th century. The Japanese Bridge, also locally referred to as the Cau Pagoda, was built with help from a Japanese businessman. Today it remains a symbol of the influence the Japanese had in Vietnam back then. The bridge was originally constructed as a symbolic gestureContinue reading “Selected Images • The Japan Bridge In Hoi An, Vietnam”

The Church of the Holy Sepulchre

Without question the holiest site in all of Christendom is located in the Christian Quarter of Jerusalem. It represents the location where Jesus was crucified and where his body was laid to rest. Today there is a high level of certainty that the location has been actually identified. The Church of the Holy Sepulchre TheContinue reading “The Church of the Holy Sepulchre”

Today’s Featured Poster • The Ha’penny Bridge, Dublin, Ireland

In Dublin, Ireland there is a famous pedestrian bridge called the Ha’penny Bridge. It is one of the more famous symbols of Dublin and is over 200 years old (1816). The sweeping arch of the iron bridge spans the Liffey River in downtown and is a protected historic landmark. Come along as we explore historicContinue reading “Today’s Featured Poster • The Ha’penny Bridge, Dublin, Ireland”

International Travel Insurance

A recent incident and a conversation with a travel friend highlighted the importance of international travel insurance. Please note that this is written with a focus on American travelers but we are also aware of similar plans offered in Canada and other countries. You will need to explore options based on your home country. ThereContinue reading “International Travel Insurance”

The Rhône River Valley

A Tour Through The Center Of France Recently we spent a little over a week visiting the Rhône region of France which extends from Marseille, through historic Avignon, Arles, the Roman city of Vienne, Lyon, France’s culinary heart and west of the Rhône in the Beaujolais wine region including visits to some quaint Provençal villages.Continue reading “The Rhône River Valley”