France
If you think France is just Paris you are in for a delightful surprise. It is one of the most blessed countries on earth, with majestic mountains, historic battlegrounds, impressive chateaus, rolling acres of vineyards, lively marinas, and quaint villages with cobbled stone streets. And some of the best cheeses, wines and food in general. Several major regions provide for varied experiences beyond Paris. Have a look below…
The Alsace – Bordering Germany with a unique Franco-Germanic feel.
The French Riviera – Along the Med with colorful marinas, waterfront dining and sunbathing.
Innkeeper’s Lodge Old Windsor
We have passed by the Toby Carvery in Old Windsor for years and never realised there were any accommodations. But The Innkeeper's Lodge is there, a small hotel just behind the restaurant. It is quite convenient not only to Windsor but to Heathrow Airport. Check-in...
Airport Hotel Smári – Keflavik, Iceland
A Convenient Hotel on Airport Grounds We flew through Iceland recently and overnighted at the Airport Hotel Smári. It is conveniently located right on the grounds of the airport (Keflavik) serving Reykjavik. This hotel is convenient if you if you need to stay in the...
Aceto di Modena
Featured image source We had an opportunity recently to get a short lesson on Aceto Balsamico di Modena (Balsamic Vinegar of Modena) from Charles (Charlie) Augello, owner of the E 48th Street Market in the Atlanta suburb of Dunwoody, Georgia. The occasion arose due...
Patate Arrosto
Total time from start to finish: 1 hour Serves 6 as a side dish 2 pounds red creamer potatoes 3 medium garlic cloves 1 tablespoon fresh rosemary leaves 3 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil Salt Freshly ground black pepper 1. Preheat the oven to 425° on the...
A Gem of a Property in Glin
It’s not often that an accommodation of any kind gets everything right, but O'Driscoll's B&B in Glin, Co. Limerick, Ireland comes closer than any place we have stayed yet. It is located conveniently along the N69, the main route from Limerick to Foynes and on to...
A Perfect Tuscan Holiday Location
One of our recurring themes is to enjoy your travels like a native. We were therefore intrigued by the Ulivo Rosso, in Sesto Fiorentino, as it is a farmhouse in the Tuscan hills just a few km outside of Florence. We arrived with friends and to say we were not...
