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Filoli Estate & Gardens, Woodside California – April 2022

April 1, 2022 by DaveLeave a Comment

Filoli. A rare and exceptional estate. Located just off of the 280 freeway near Woodside (about a 30 to 45 minute drive south of San Francisco), this property features 654 acres (it was originally 1,800 acres). Known for its gorgeous formal gardens and a 54,000+ square foot home. Built between 1915 and 1917, this was home to William Bowers Bourn II and his family. Both William and his father left their mark on San Francisco and the mining … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: California, Freeways, San Francisco, Walking tour

Guarida Paladar Restaurant, Havana – Cuba, March 2022

March 1, 2022 by DaveLeave a Comment

This popular restaurant is located 5 blocks in from the Bahia de la Habana (harbor) on Concordia Street. Like other restaurants in Havana, a small sign is the only notice of its existence. Or maybe you will spot someone waiting on the first floor and upon inquiry, you will be directed up stairs. There are no signs for the restaurant once you enter this ancient looking building dating from the early 1900s - like other parts of Havana entering the … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Chocolate, Cruising, Cuba, Culinary travel, Drinking, Film, Restaurants, Seafood, Walking tour

Visit Avignon France – February 2022

February 1, 2022 by DaveLeave a Comment

Located along the banks of the great Rhone River - the gateway city to Provence, Avignon proudly shares its history and culture with curious visitors. Old, older and oldest are common elements within this city - remarkably inhabited continuously since the stone age. Arguably the most well-known attractions involve two historic sites: one that visitors often start their trip to the city with is the Pont Saint-Bénézet. This bridge ends about half … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Bridges, Culture, Festival, France, History, Restaurants, Rome, Shopping Mall, Walking tour

Visit Markleeville, California – January 2022

January 1, 2022 by DaveLeave a Comment

Located seemingly the 'middle of nowhere" this alpine community of approximately 200 people dates from the 1860s including a post office that opened in 1863. Located within the very sparsely populated Alpine County (only approximately 1200 people total live within the county), Markleyville is the largest community. There are no incorporated communities within Alpine County. Compared to South Lake Tahoe which is a major tourist destination both in … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: California, Drinking, Lake Tahoe, Lodge, Museum, Nevada, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, Sierra Nevada, Traffic, Walking tour

Visit Minsk, Belarus – December 2021

December 1, 2021 by DaveLeave a Comment

Off the beaten path for most visitors to Europe, the country is slowly opening up to tourism - with the waiving of a visa for a number of countries for short term visitors flying into and out of Minsk - which began in early 2017. The airport is not located within the city - rather it can take up to an hour to reach the city center. Refreshingly one doesn't find the crowds and tourist buses all pining to see the same historic sites as one would … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Airport, Architecture, Bus Travel, Europe, France, History, Italy, Museum, Visa

Visit Charleston, South Carolina – November 2021

November 1, 2021 by DaveLeave a Comment

This historic city was founded in 1670 as Charles Town - moved to its present day location in 1680 and changed its name to its current spelling in 1783. Boasts a modern airport that is manageable in size - not intimating to travelers. The airport is located about a 30 minute drive away from the historic French Quarter - visitors can either take taxis, ride sharing services or use one of the often slow buses (takes up to an hour). The historic … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Airport, Animal Rescue, Aquarium, Bus Travel, Drinking, Food and Wine, Restaurants, Shopping Mall, South Carolina, Walking tour

Mark Twain Country, Missouri – October 2021

October 1, 2021 by DaveLeave a Comment

One of the world's greatest travelers, Mark Twain once said, (we won't reference the common Twain quote here) "...nothing so liberalizes a man and expands the kindly instincts that nature put in him as travel and contact with many kinds of people." During our International travels we sometimes come across Mark Twain monuments indicating his prior visit. The man got around. Mark Twain was born in what is still very rural Missouri. When you … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Fishing, Florida, Mississippi, Missouri, Museum, Village, Walking tour, Wildlife

Los Alamos, California – September 2021

September 1, 2021 by DaveLeave a Comment

Los Alamos (population approximately 1,900). Sometimes, even in such a populated state as California one finds little windows into both the past and the present. Located 2 hours north of downtown Los Angeles, this tiny town is one such destination. It remains rooted in its history yet fully embraces the contemporary. Charming in its visual appeal, the town encompasses some 7 blocks of restaurants, wine tasting rooms, several hotels, antiques … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Antiques, Bakeries, Beer, California, Drinking, History, Los Angeles, Olives, Restaurants, Saloon, Wine Tasting

Bagan, Myanmar – August 2021

August 1, 2021 by Dave2 Comments

Bagan is located in approximately central Myanmar and is accessed via flight or bus - the closest airport is the Nyaung U Airport about 30 minutes from Old Bagan city and daily flights operate to and from Yangon as well as select other domestic cities. Visitors may also take a bus from Yangon to Bagan - allow 10 hours for this journey and dress warmly as the buses are often quite chilly inside. The Bagan Plains are situated along the banks of … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: Airport, Burma, Bus Travel, Hot Air Balloon, Journey, Restaurants

The Biltmore, Asheville North Carolina – July 2021

July 1, 2021 by Dave1 Comment

This impressive property features what is the largest still privately owned family home in the United States of America - the mansion is over 178,000 square feet featuring 250 rooms. It was built between 1889 and 1895 by businessman and art collector George Vanderbilt (part of the banking and steamship family). More then 1,000 laborers were hired to complete this uniquely impressive home - that somewhat resembles a French chateau. Vanderbuilt … [Read more...]

Filed Under: Highlight of the Month · Tagged: America, Art, Food and Wine, New York City, North Carolina, Shopping Mall, Village, Walking tour, Washington DC, Wine Tasting

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