10 Most Romantic Getaways in Europe
Europe is widely acclaimed by tourists from all over the world as the most romantic continent. Nowhere is this more obvious than in Latin (or Romance-speaking) countries, in particular in Italy, the cradle of Romanticism (after all the word is derived from Rome). Here is our selection of Europe’s most romantic places. We have considered […]
Blog-go-lishious! – What I’ve Learned About Blogging!
Blog-go-lishious – a term I employ for the insanity of learning to blog from scratch! June 30, 2019 Ok I updated our Disclaimer to the Blog and we are excited t see some affiliate purchases on our site. We created introductory email blast Learned about best practices for blogs and enrolled at CUW for a […]
What’s Up with Sunscreen?
Newly released reports suggest increased testosterone levels, potentially some fertility issues, among those participating in a study done on 24 people and sunscreen. What’s up with Sunscreen? The chemicals found in sunscreen go deeper into the blood stream than we thought. The study noticed the chemicals in the blood stream after only one day. The […]
Jamie’s Winery
Wineries, including Jamie’s winery, have been blending different grape varieties into complex fusions for as long as they have been bottling this delightful, fermented fruit. But, knowing that there was so much more to be discovered, Jamie and Claire longed for a wine experience unlike any other. We wanted to experience the marriage of a […]
Falesia Week in Albufeira Portugal
THEME: I hope to see you in passing as I go to Spain, and to be helped on my journey there by you, once I have enjoyed your company for a while. Romans 15:24 MOVIE: Night Train to Lisbon (2013) KINDLE: The High Mountains of Portugal by Yann Martel (also Life of PI) 2016 WINE: […]
CUBA – A Trip Into My Childhood
The twenty minute ride from the airport to downtown Havana was riddled with memories. Memories of driving to the dry cleaners in the midst of morning smog as a child, the memories of working on the exhaust system of my MGA, or driving my VW Beetle in downtown Detroit. Smog, soot and the real sense […]
Paradise Island – Bahamas
Our trip to Paradise Island in the Bahamas was a last minute affair. Standby tickets with carry-on luggage and the hopes of pure sunshine. We took a taxi using the set and posted prices. During our stay the lobby was under construction but we were treated royally. Jamie asked for a rate equal to the […]
Prepared Itinerary Or Spontaneity
Do like to have a prepared itinerary or do you like spontaneity? When you travel every month to a major destination you learn to pack lean. Claire (blue) and I (tan) travel with the same hand luggage. Here are some of its features that should wow you: Expandable (1/3 extra room after you’ve landed) Easy […]
A New Blog: Amazing Storied Stones!
We, Jamie and Claire, are younger at heart than most. We Travel These Stones and we have traveled them right far. “The world is a book and those who do not travel read only one page.” -Saint Augustine of Hippo Travel Blogs are a dime a dozen. We decided to write a blog where you […]
Imagine Paris!
After watching the movie “Somethings Gotta Give” starring Diane Keaton, Keanu Reeves and Jack Nicholson for the umpteenth time I asked my wife, if the restaurant “Le Grande Colbert,” was, in fact, a real venue? For you hopeless romantics out there, the answer is- YES! We made a reservation in advance on our previous visit […]
