Czech Republic, Prague

Palaces of Prague

There are more than forty palaces and chateaus in Prague, reflecting it’s wealthy and influential past.

Budapest, Hungary

Pearl of the Danube

The elegant pearl is a mythical symbol of wisdom gained from experience – an apt description for Budapest.

Segovia, Spain

Our train to Segovia passed by snow capped mountains and dozens of deer grazing the pastoral countryside.

Spain, Toledo

Toledo, Spain

Dazzling Mosques, Synagogues and Cathedrals can be found in this ancient locale known as the ‘City of Three Cultures’.

Madrid, Spain

Nos Vemos Madrid

Perusing through an open air used book fair can be a grand way to spend an afternoon. Don Quixote anyone?

Madrid, Spain

Primavera en Madrid

Springtime in Madrid! One day the weather is sunny and a perfect 80°F; the next raining and a cool 53°F.

Madrid, Spain

Magnífico Madrid

Magnificent Madrid, the capital of Spain, is chock full of museums, art, history, parks, culture and life.

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Coimbra, Portugal

If you are a bibliophile, a visit to the historic Joanina Library at the University of Coimbra should be added to your bucket list.

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Portugal, Sintra

Sintra, Portugal

This enchanting Portuguese town, famous for its romantic Manueline architecture is worth the 35-minute train ride northwest of Lisbon.

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Barcelona, Spain

Bustling Barcelona

Barcelona has been in the news recently with demonstrations for and against Catalan separation and demonstrations regarding ‘overtourism’. We have focused our explorations primarily on beautiful southern Spain but despite the tensions in Barcelona, we wanted to make a brief stop in this north eastern city.