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Not all those who wander are lost, but I certainly am!
Tag: Europe
The Louvre
If you love history, and you love art, then you’ll want to visit the Louvre. That said, if you want make the most of your time you will need a strategy!
Schloss Nymphenburg: Gardens
Much like Versailles, Nymphenburg was a palace with extensive grounds. As I have stated, the original building was a hunting lodge, so while other palaces might have manicured lawns, gardens, and orchards, Nymphenburg has remained more forested.
Covid Update: Winds of Change
Gentle reader, the winds are changing. For good or ill I cannot tell, but they are a-changin’. How do I know? Read on …
Juno Beach
On June 6th 1944, the Allied forces enacted Operation Neptune, the storming of the beaches along the coast of Normandy, France. This was part of a larger plan, Operation Overlord, an attempt to take Europe back from a Nazi invasion.
Eurail tips for beginners
If you are a not a resident of the European Union, and you want to travel by train while you are in Europe, buy a Eurail pass. I’m not being paid to say this, Eurail doesn’t even know I’ve written this article. This is just solid advice from one traveler to another.
3 Reasons Why You Should Be Using Public Transport When You Travel
For a little while, tourists had a pretty good thing going known as Public Transport. I know that a lot of you who travel just occasionally are looking at me, clutching your pearls going “Oh I couldn’t possibly!” You should. Here’s why.
Travel in the Time of Covid 2.0
An updated look at travel in the time of Covid: what open borders look like to Canadians, and if it’s really worth breaking out your suitcases just yet!
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