We marched through the streets of Bergen, a slight smile and steady determination guiding Spaceman, heading to one of Bergen’s most popular (and anticipated) tourist destinations, the Fløibanen (funicular) to take us to the top of Mount Fløyen.
Category Archives: Travel
Say “Cheese” Croatia!
We were told of this Croatian cheese delicacy, Paški Sir, with the same pride and passion that our tour guide spoke of the history of her country…and why not, it is delicious!
The Venetian Knockers of Venice, Italy!
Italy, land of romance, pasta and…Venetian knockers? Well, sort of…
Keeneland Racetrack, Lexington, Kentucky
It’s the week of the Kentucky Derby and everyone knows about Churchill Downs Racetrack, however, there is another beauty just down the road in Lexington — Keeneland.
Independent Bookstore Day, Saturday, April 30th!
Tomorrow, April 30, is Independent Bookstore Day. Be sure to get out and support your local bookstore.
Rosecrest Farm Bed & Breakfast, Kentucky — A Working Horse Farm
Kentucky and horse farms go together like peanut butter and jelly. I have had a fascination with horse farms in Kentucky for…ever really. Lucky for me and Spaceman, we recently got to stay at Rosecrest Farm just outside Lexington, KY, a working horse farm and Bed & Breakfast!
Tournament of Roses House — Up for a Tour?
Thousands of people tune-in via television each year from around the world to watch the Rose Parade in Pasadena, CA, with thousands more staying tuned-in to watch the Rose Bowl game which follows. Have you ever wondered who is responsible for overseeing these two huge endeavors? The Tournament of Roses Association is who and their headquarters at the Tournament of Roses House is beautiful! Each Thursday from February through August at 2:00pm the doors of this home are swung open to the public and free tours are given.
Lexington Cemetery — Wow, Beautiful!
It may sound a bit morbid at first, but if you are ever visiting Lexington, KY, you must go to the their cemetery. The place is a wonderland of beauty!
Spain’s Pilgrimage to Santiago de Compostela
(photo by E-roxo)
Spain is a place of many unique and wonderful things. One of which is the pilgrimage of Camino de Santiago that culminates in Santiago de Compostela, the capital of Galicia, in northwestern Spain. Thousands of Christians follow this “pilgrims route” each year leading to the shrine of the apostle St. James.
Polo, in the Desert?
The desert is known for many things — sun bathing, little water, golf…but polo? Yes, it is! There is a beautiful and robust polo scene going on just outside Palm Springs in Indio, CA, at the Empire Polo Club.