Bamberg, Germany

Bamberg German: A town in Upper Franconia, Germany, on the river Regnitz at the confluence with the river Main. The town dates back to the 9th century, with its name derived from the nearby Babenberch castle. Heralded as one of Germany’s most beautiful towns, specifically its historic old town which has been a UNESCO WorldContinue reading “Bamberg, Germany”

Port of Call Porta Madryn, Argentina

Cruise Port Madryn, Argentina – In The Heart of Patagonia Introduction Puerto Madryn is an amazing city that is very popular with cruise itineraries in South America. While Mydryn itself is a modern and thriving city with much to offer, the big attraction in the area is the national parks. The park of Mirador Elefantes MarinosContinue reading “Port of Call Porta Madryn, Argentina”

Urban Hiking In Savannah, Georgia

Savannah is an incredible city worthy of a couple of days of urban hiking. There’s something to see on virtually every block and the whole city is a treasure trove of colonial architecture and historic sites. Add in great food and libations at every turn and they’re guaranteed to more than replace any calories youContinue reading “Urban Hiking In Savannah, Georgia”

Melk Abby, Austria

Perhaps the grandest monastery in Austria, or central Europe is the magnificent Melk Abbey. The head Abbot, Berthold Dietmayr and the architects Jakob Prandtauer and Joseph Munggenast created this masterpiece from 1701 to 1736 upon the foundations of a much older medieval monastery. The centerpiece of the Abby is the library, with the main hallContinue reading “Melk Abby, Austria”

Budapest And The 1956 Holiday

A Time When Hungary Remembers The Revolt From 2018 – but even more relevant today. It’s October 23rd and we are in Budapest sitting in a restaurant*. A young couple come in and sit at the table next to us. The young lady is in her twenties, attractive and is speaking Hungarian to the waitressContinue reading “Budapest And The 1956 Holiday”

Kusadasi, Turkey • A Port Of Call

Kusadasi is a beach resort town and a favorite cruise ship destination. It is only 12 miles from the port to the ancient city of Ephesus, one of the areas major attractions. Kusadasi is considered one of the most important destination cities in the Aegean because of its important historical sites that include Ephesus andContinue reading “Kusadasi, Turkey • A Port Of Call”