There simply is no way to tour Europe and not be awestruck by its scenic beauty, epic history and dazzling artistic and culinary diversity.
I dropped a genealogy bombshell on Tina last Tuesday over breakfast. My great-great-grandfather sailed from County Cork in 1889. Now I want us to find the family homestead, trace the records, and maybe knock on some distant cousin’s door in Ireland. Tina’s Caribbean roots...
Three weeks ago I’m sitting on the sun deck of a river cruise ship gliding past medieval castles on the Rhine, cold German pilsner in hand, watching my better half absolutely lose her mind over a vineyard-covered hillside. “We should have been selling these for years,”...
Picture this: I’m sitting at a harborside taverna in Paros Greece, cold Mythos in hand, watching my better half take roughly 47 photos of the same fishing boat (apparently each shot captures “completely different light”), while I contemplate how we managed to find the...
Look, I’ll be honest with you. The first time Tina suggested I take a trip by myself, my initial reaction was something along the lines of “Why the hell would I want to do that?” After decades of thinking that travel meant coordinating schedules, compromising on...
Nestled in the northwest corner of Spain, Galicia often takes a backseat to its more popular counterparts like Barcelona and Madrid. However, this hidden gem is filled with captivating culture, stunning landscapes, and a rich history, making it a must-visit for anyone seeking an authentic...
Wow! It’s been 7 months since we returned from the Algarve in Portugal, but it’s one of those places that get stuck in your system and you find yourself frequently re-living moments, scenes, and tastes from that place. Pictures are great, but experiences that keep coming back...