The Freedom Trail: A Walki...
No visit to Boston is complete without touring the historic Freedom Trail, Boston’s signature attraction. The 2 1/2 mile red brick (sometimes red-painted) path wends its way throughout downtown and links 16 sites, covering three-plus centuries of American history. To see all the sights without rushing, you really need a full day. But you can Read the rest here: The Freedom Trail: A Walking Tour...
Amsterdam Photo: Mint Towe...
Amsterdammers and tourists zigzag across tiny Muntplein dodging cars and bicycles. The square’s landmark is elegant Munttoren, Mint Tower. This imposing 15th century tower with its flashy spire was originally part of the city wall and for a brief period it was used as the municipal mint. Listen to the carillon that often plays at More: Amsterdam Photo: Mint Tower Tags: camping, flights, hotel, travel...
Auckland New Zealand...
When we were in New Zealand a few years ago we rode the Shotover Jet.  It was exciting to say the least!  the boat drivers are maniacs.  Anyway, we survived and thoroughly enjoyed our week in this beautiful country.  Auckland is one of the largest cities in New Zealand and a very prominent tourist hub, thanks to the number of things to see and do in and around the city. Whether...
Travellers: Sir Edmund Hil...
Travellers: Sir Edmund Hillary
“My God! We’ve climbed the thing! We’ve done it!” ~ Edmund Hillary Between 1920 and 1952, seven major expeditions had failed to reach the summit of Mount Everest . In 1924, the famous mountaineer George Leigh-Mallory had perished in the attempt. In 1952, a team of Swiss climbers had been forced to turn back after reaching the south peak, only 1000 feet from the summit. Edmund...
In Bruges...
In Bruges
Markt – The Market Square – in the centre of medieval Bruges. London’s a great city, but there are lots of other great cities it’s easy to get to from London. Last week I hopped on my bicycle and spent three days riding to Paris . And Maureen and I have also hopped on Eurostar and zipped across to Bruges, Belgium’s perfectly preserved medieval city. ▲  The...
World Wednesdays at Ryles ...
Every Wednesday at Ryles Jazz Club (map), the jazz bar features international musicians from around the world in the unique two-floor setting. Tonight, Ryles Jazz Club is featuring a prominent jazz trio from the Latin American jazz scene; the Juancho Herrera Trio. Juancho Herrera has recorded several CDs and has played in several famous venues The rest is here:  World Wednesdays at Ryles Jazz Club Tags:...

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