Lostman's Star
Not all those who wander are lost, but I certainly am!
Tag: France
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!
10 Attractions to See at Night
If you’re brave, or in a safe city, there are some awesome things around the world to be seen at night. Let’s go!
Père Lachaise Cemetery
This is probably the most famous cemetery I’ve ever heard of that isn’t a war memorial. It’s the final resting place of some very famous people and thus draws in an incredible amount of tourists for a cemetery. It’s definitely worth a visit if you’re planning to be in Paris!
What to Do When Reservations Go Wrong
Story time. My cousin Arrow and I had planned a trip to Paris. It was supposed to be an awesome time of travel and fun, and an excellent chance for Arrow to visit, as not only did I speak French, but I had already… Continue Reading “What to Do When Reservations Go Wrong”
Tonbridge Castle
My least favourite castle, but not because it’s terrible to visit. It’s a lovely little town! It’s just that the castle is in a valley. Pro tip; don’t build your castle in a valley.
Rochester Castle
I’ve seen my fair share of castles and palaces in my day, but this is my all-time favourite.
Champs-Élysées
If the name seems vaguely familiar it’s probably one of three things. Someone you know has visited and come back saying how beautiful it was, you vaguely recognize it from Greek mythology as the Elysian Fields (Elysium), or you’ve heard about the protests. From personal experience I can say that it’s an eerie mix of all three.
Lost’s Favourite Palaces
Along with having been to a few castles, I’ve been to a few palaces, and believe me when I say there are some spectacular examples. These are my top five favourites!
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.
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