24 Hours in Florence, Italy – Top 5 Can’t-Miss Attractions

Posted on December 29, 2018 by Darlene — Leave a reply

Florence, Italy is an iconic, ancient city that really encompasses the true heart of Italian food and culture. It’s crowded, busy, and colourful, and is a mandatory stop for anyone Continue Reading →

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An Afternoon in Verona, Including Juliet’s House (Casa di Giulietta)

Posted on November 25, 2018 by Darlene — Leave a reply

It’s hard to believe now, but the first overseas vacation Mark and I ever took together was way back in 2006 to Italy! Man, planning that first holiday together was Continue Reading →

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5 Things to Know Before You Go to Victoria Falls

Posted on October 21, 2018 by Darlene — Leave a reply

Victoria Falls is one of those places that has to be seen to be believed. It’s almost impossible to comprehend the impressive volume of water that spills endlessly over this Continue Reading →

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Ginkaku-ji – The Temple of the Silver Pavilion in Kyoto

Posted on June 15, 2018 by Darlene — Leave a reply

Not to be confused with Kinkaku-ji, the Golden Pavilion in Kyoto, Ginkaku-ji is the Temple of the Silver Pavilion. Despite the name though, it’s not actually covered in silver leaf. In Continue Reading →

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Kinkaku-ji – The Temple of the Golden Pavilion in Kyoto

Posted on June 5, 2018 by Darlene — Leave a reply

Kinkaku-ji, also known as the Temple of the Golden Pavilion, located in Kyoto, is one of those sites you have to see to believe. It manages to exist in its Continue Reading →

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The Temple of Edfu, Egypt

Posted on May 22, 2018 by Darlene — Leave a reply

The Temple of Edfu is one of the best preserved temples in Egypt. It’s also the second largest temple in all of Egypt, with the Temple of Karnak being the Continue Reading →

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What to Know Before You Visit the Pyramids of Giza

Posted on May 13, 2018 by Darlene — Leave a reply

The Pyramids of Giza are some of the most iconic and fascinating man-made architectural achievements in the world. They are also overrun with tourists, fake security guards, aggressive camel drivers, Continue Reading →

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5 Things To Do in Avignon, France

Posted on April 25, 2018 by Darlene — Leave a reply

In a country that boasts a city as amazing and beautiful as Paris, it’s understandable that you might not consider seeing other places in France. Paris has it all – Continue Reading →

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Exploring the Imperial Ruins of Rome’s Palatine Hill

Posted on March 10, 2018 by Darlene — Leave a reply

If you love archaeology and history, then a visit to Palatine Hill is a must if you’re ever in Rome. It’s just a short walk from the Roman Colosseum and Continue Reading →

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3 Days in Barcelona

Posted on February 14, 2018 by Darlene — Leave a reply

When Mark and I added Barcelona to our France and England trip itinerary, it was only meant to be a way to mark Spain off our country list. We didn’t Continue Reading →

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24 Hours in Florence, Italy – Top 5 Can’t-Miss Attractions

An Afternoon in Verona, Including Juliet’s House (Casa di Giulietta)

5 Things to Know Before You Go to Victoria Falls

Ginkaku-ji – The Temple of the Silver Pavilion in Kyoto

Kinkaku-ji – The Temple of the Golden Pavilion in Kyoto

The Temple of Edfu, Egypt

What to Know Before You Visit the Pyramids of Giza

5 Things To Do in Avignon, France

Exploring the Imperial Ruins of Rome’s Palatine Hill

3 Days in Barcelona