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Not all those who wander are lost, but I certainly am!
Category: Destinations
The Leaning Tower of Pisa
“Let’s build on soft ground! What could happen?” The leaning tower of every math teacher’s lesson on angles, that’s what could happen.
The Fountains of Versailles
The last stop of the July in Versailles tour, the fountains and gardens! Brush up on your mythology or bring along your favourite history nerd because this place is full of stories, mythical and non!
Le Hameau de La Reine
It might surprise you that Maria Antonia herself had this farm built on the grounds of Versailles! Come see what she built, and why!
The Petit Trianon
Come join us as we explore the Petit Trianon, a building in Versailles which, so the story goes, king Louis the 16th had to have permission to enter!
July in Versailles
Significant, grand, and bourgeoisie to the max, this month we’re looking at Versailles!
Upnor Castle
Situated just inside the estuary of the River Medway, Upnor is a truly bizarre piece of English history; for many reasons. For personal reasons, Upnor Castle seems to be the favourite castle in the Medway area, which I don’t understand because Rochester is by… Continue Reading “Upnor Castle”
Mackinac Island
Fancy a trip back in time? Read all the Outlander Series and craving more? Follow me, I have a treat for you! Step onto Mackinac Island and you’ll find yourself smack dab in the middle of the 1800s. How’s that for time travel? This… Continue Reading “Mackinac Island”
Hell’s Gate in Rotorua
I had the chance to visit Rotorua, New Zealand when I was volunteering there in my university days. I was only in the city for a couple of hours, not nearly enough time to properly explore, but certainly enough time to smell it. New… Continue Reading “Hell’s Gate in Rotorua”
The Catacombs of St. Callixtus
First of all let me be very honest with you guys; this is one place that I want to go back to, if only because my memory of it is so vague. I’ll do my best to write down what I recall, but I… Continue Reading “The Catacombs of St. Callixtus”
Platform 9 3/4
Time to get nerdy guys! I couldn’t very well visit London without heading to Platform 9 3/4, which proved to be quite an experience in itself. For those who haven’t read Harry Potter, here’s a quick summary of how important Platofmr 9 3/4 is:… Continue Reading “Platform 9 3/4”
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