Corfu, Greece (Oct. 25)
On several occasions, the Ottoman Empire failed to conquer Corfu, which is heavily fortified. Had they tried a different strategy … Continue reading Corfu, Greece (Oct. 25)
Tag: Travel
Montenegro: Budva, Perast and Kotor (Oct. 24)
Before yesterday’s visit, I would have been hard-pressed to distinguish Montenegro from Monty Python. Now I know it’s something completely … Continue reading Montenegro: Budva, Perast and Kotor (Oct. 24)
Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
No, it’s not the name of a law firm. It’s a charming, resilient city that’s three-to-four hours by bus from … Continue reading Mostar, Bosnia and Herzegovina
Šibenik and Krka National Park, Croatia (Oct. 22)
By some miracle, or because I’m in better shape than I thought – a miracle is more likely – I … Continue reading Šibenik and Krka National Park, Croatia (Oct. 22)
Zadar, Croatia (Oct. 21)
You have to pick your spots when visiting the Dalmatian coast. (Ba-dum-dum.) We’re docked today in Zadar, a fast-growing city … Continue reading Zadar, Croatia (Oct. 21)
Koper and Ljubljana, Slovenia (Oct. 20)
To head off any confusion, let’s all agree that Slovenia (part of the former Yugoslavia), is not Slovakia (part of … Continue reading Koper and Ljubljana, Slovenia (Oct. 20)
Venice and Boarding the Azamara Quest
When the moon hits your eye like a big pizza pie, you’re looking out your plane window during a much-delayed … Continue reading Venice and Boarding the Azamara Quest
Èze, France, Oct. 18
I had a spirited discussion with the hotel’s concierge this morning about the many ways in which Americans mispronounce Èze, … Continue reading Èze, France, Oct. 18
Monaco, October 16-17
In a few days, I’ll be joining friends and travel companions Denis and Joyce, whom I met on a cruise … Continue reading Monaco, October 16-17
A Quick Trip to Toronto
As I’ve said before, my favorite part of traveling is meeting so many open-minded, intelligent, interesting people, both locals and … Continue reading A Quick Trip to Toronto
PuffinlessTravel 