Joan of Arc in Rouen

Joan of Arc burned at the stake in Rouen in 1431. Now this military leader is an honored French heroine.

Vikings in Rouen

The arrival of the seafaring Norse warriors in the 9th c. at the River Seine was bittersweet and enduring.

Lining the cobblestone streets in the medieval town of Vernon are dozens of quaint half-timbered houses.

One of the best times to visit Valencia, on Spain’s Mediterranean Coast, is February through May.

A visit to Old Town San Diego Historic Park is a chance to experience the history of early San Diego.

The color of Lecce’s limestone buildings change throughout the day reflecting pale yellows to warm golds.

Brescia has been called the “City of 1000 Fountains” due to its 75 public and 2000 private water features.

Our day trip to the medieval city of Mantova was filled with churches, palazzos, museums and piazzas.

Lake Garda was a serene nature-break after the excitement of the cities we have recently been in.

What a thrill to check a visit to Milan’s illustrious La Scala Opera House off our bucket list.