In Israel we visited the Wailing Wall. The area was busy with tourists and natives. Natives were seen praying despite the crowd and I am sure some were visitors as well. As part of the visit to the wall, worshipers leave notes which we were told would be collected at a later time by a… Read More Greece Land and Sea/Israel
Some of my trips are exclusively by land, others by cruises and some part land and part cruise. I have also been on riverboat cruises. I have been asked which do I prefer. Sometimes I have done cruises just to accompany friends or my mom, who prefers cruises. On other occasions because of the itinerary.… Read More A little info
We boarded our cruise ship for visits to Egypt, Turkey, Israel and to Greek Islands of Rhodes, Mykonos and Santorini. While in Egypt we were able to visit Sadat’s memorial that is structured in the shape of a Pyramid. We were also able to visit one of the wonders of the world, Giza Pyramids and… Read More Greece land and Sea continued
This trip started in Athens our hotel was walking distance from the Plaka, located at the foot of the Acropolis and the tomb of the un known soldier. The Plaka is like a village in itself with cobbled streets, little shops and many restaurants. Waiters wait anxiously for your patronage and it is almost like… Read More Greece Land and Sea
Where to next? Philippines, Jamaica and Iceland
Crossing the border by bus We crossed the border to visit the Black Forest in Germany had a wonderful time with all the activities. There were natives dressed in their native clothing entertaining by dances and interaction with visitors. Visitors were having fun on the lake and stalls for eating. Lesson learnt do not expect… Read More Sneak peak of Germany and Austria
Enjoyed a tour around in Berne what a beautiful place had an opportunity to observe two bears frolicking with each other in their environment. As we rode by the river what a picturesque view, picture perfect. Lucerne was also very clean reminds me of being in a resort. Did my first cable car ride on… Read More Switzerland continued
Switzerland 1976 First European trip taken with S.Q. Based in Zurich we visited Berne, Grindenwald, Principality of Lichtenstein, Austria, Germany and Italy. The first new experience we had, was taking the local train in Zurich. Their practice is the honor system, whereby you purchased the train ticket but no one collected it on embarking on… Read More First European trip
Usually I decide on a trip based on the itinerary. I will look at brochures, advertisements or places my friends have visited. On deciding on a cruise, again it depends on the itinerary, usually to places I have not been before, or a special occasion for a friend. Currently I travel with YMT vacations, Grand… Read More Deciding on a trip
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