Canyoning in Interlaken, Switzerland
Smack! Crash! Bang! My first time canyoning started with a 50-meter (164-foot) rappel down into the Grimsel Canyon. Suspended in the air, I wanted to jump back and gracefully plant…
Armenia: The Journey to Tatev Monastery
Ara, our driver and guide, is busy digging his car out of the snow. We drove 167 miles (270 km) the day before and only need another 18 miles (30…
Merida: Two Thumbs Up for Spain’s Ancient Roman Venues
The ancient Romans had a variety of entertainment: plays, gladiatorial combat, chariot races, and even mock naval battles. Since nobles sponsored these events, entertainment was free to the public. You…
Friends, Romans, Countrymen… Visit The Limes Museum in Aalen, Germany!
The Limes Museum in Aalen offers a full day of Roman history fun. With a large indoor exhibition hall featuring hundreds of Imperial Roman artifacts, the museum transports visitors back…
The Fuggerei: Augsburg’s Most Interesting Village Settlement
Behind the tall, mustard colored walls lies a-500-year-old community. Although it is within walking distance to the heart of town, it has a peaceful and charming atmosphere. Flower boxes and…
PENZANCE, ENGLAND: A QUIET COASTAL TOWN IN WESTERN CORNWALL
Way, way back in mid-September, Cory and I took a trip just the two of us. While I'd always rather travel as our usual trio, the reason we were taking…