Winter is a time to curl up into reflection mode – to read, to think, to dream, and to plan. On the other hand, it could get a little too fuzzy-warm and inward orientated. A vitalizing element is needed, if only in your mind. On that tone I invite you on a short, winter armchair journey … Continue reading Armenia in Winter
You may ask, “Isn’t Provence sad and dull in winter?” I would answer, “Not at all.” I know Provence in all seasons and winter has gotten to be a favorite time to visit. First, there is usually bright sun, warm enough to sit at a sidewalk café or enjoy walks in the crisp air. Tourists … Continue reading Winter in Provence
In 2011 a well-known, though controversial French astrologer predicted that globally the year 2015 would be very difficult with 13 negative aspects against only five positive. I won’t go into all the doom and gloom but the first week of January was already signaled to be “explosive.” Indeed, in that first week of January the … Continue reading Travel and 2015
Recently a few people asked me for tips on travel to Paris. Whether you are a first-time visitor or a frequent one, here is one suggestion on how you can make your visit memorable, fun and personalized in a very French way. Remember those funny-looking little Citroen 2 Chevaux (2CV) cars? Well, they’ve been resurrected … Continue reading Paris, The French Way (Part 2)
To make the most of your visit(s) to Paris you should do as the French do. They break things down into small but sublime luxuries. It’s part of the way they live. They indulge their senses. So, while in Paris, expose your senses to what this city is historically known for: haute luxe. Please don’t … Continue reading Paris, the French Way (Part 1)
My best wishes to all who read this. It has been a while since I have posted a blog but that does not mean I’ve been idle. I have gathered and am working through a lot of material. Some of it will appear on this blog. Now, it’s time for an end-of-the year round-up. As 2013 came … Continue reading The Travel Experience
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