As I stepped into the dimly lit museum, I was filled with a sense of anticipation. I was caught in a burst of bright colors. The exhibits in the hall were breath-taking, the eye-catching floats were bigger than I had imagined. The walls were also adorned with striking tapestries and paintings, each depicting a vibrant and dynamic scene. It is not hard to […]
Do not miss this place on any visit to Kyoto – it is not on any tourist maps – even our private local guide did not know of this place. And yet – it is more traditional Japanese than any place you will visit. I came across it by good luck when researching Arashiyama Bamboo Forest. Nestled away amongst maple […]
Our cruise ship was planning on an overnight stay in Osaka, which is the closest port to Kyoto. This meant we had the opporunity to spend an entire day in Kyoto plus have time for dinner at one of the best restaurants in Japan. Kyoto is the cultural home of Japan, with the old Nijo Castle, hundreds of Buddhist temples […]
Day 1 – Settling into Cape Town We’d had a tiring 37-hour journey from San Diego to Cape Town and all I could think of was ‘I hope the hotel room will be ready so I can take a rest.’ I did not truly appreciate the location where the Marriot Hotel was until late afternoon when my husband, John, decided we […]
Just mention Miami Beach and you conjure up images of expansive beaches, Art Deco architecture, a vibrant nightlife that attract celebrities and world-renown art galleries. But here’s a little-known secret: the most stunning artworks are not seen in galleries but on warehouse walls out in the open. Welcome to Wynwood Walls. Wynwood Walls is a dazzling array of street art paintings, as […]
If you are an aquatic person and love mingling with marine life, then head over to Stingray City for a once-in-a-lifetime experience. Stingray City in the Cayman Islands is a remarkable destination that offers the opportunity to encounter and interact with stingrays in their natural habitat. That’s what my husband and I did on an excursion with Island Splash Watersports. […]
I’ve always dreamed of frolicking in the pristine blue waters with grinning dolphins like we are best buddies. When I saw that this was offered as one of the excursions on my cruise to Puerto Vallarta, I jumped at the opportunity to realize my dream. I was fully expected to be swimming alongside these majestic creatures and being awe-struck by their stunning […]
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