In the Middle Ages, the most basic rule of kingship was to hold the high ground. Castles and fortresses all over Europe prove the point, and Medieval Buda was no different. Continue reading
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A Gem and a Gym: Bratislava’s Art Nouveau
On a crisp Fall day with clear, azure skies it’s hard to take a bad photo – but I’m having no luck. It’s “Blue on Blue.” My subject seems to blend right into the sky and nearly disappear – except for the white icing and sparkly bits. Continue reading
Architecture / Spain / Travel
Synagogue of Santa Maria la Blanca: A Stunning Symbol of Religious Cooperation
It must say something about the architectural genius involved when an empty room without any furnishings, is still stunning. Continue reading
Architecture / Spain / Travel
Toledo’s Cathedral: See It Even if You’re Cathedraled-Out
Toledo’s most popular attraction and strongest tour-group magnet is Catedral Primada Santa María de Toledo (Primate Cathedral of Saint Mary of Toledo). Continue reading
Scene in Sofia
For us, one of the exciting parts of travel is the research and planning that it takes to make each trip a reality. Normally our trips are regional, and rarely do we just pick one destination, so in the early stages it’s thrilling to think that everything is possible. Continue reading
If You’ve Seen One, You’ve Seen ‘Em All: Not So Fast!
Our first trip to Europe was a whirlwind, 14-day, 6-country Eurail Pass-stoked attempt to see and do everything. Those were the days of boundless energy, endless curiosity, limited time, and scarce funds. Continue reading
Rila Monastery: Bulgaria’s Must-See Mountain Retreat
Do you remember the scene in The Wizard of Oz when Dorothy is knocked unconscious in a black and white Kansas, and wakes up in a vivid, Technicolor Oz? Continue reading
