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Vancouver BC – Truly, what a stunning city! And one that I want to return to to investigate, and wonder around, and get lost within. And although my time here was short, I have no qualms in recommending some great hotels and restaurants! Head north and enjoy!
Truly, what a stunning city! And one that I want to return to to investigate, and wonder around, and get lost within. And although my time here was short, I have no qualms in recommending some great hotels and restaurants! Head north and enjoy! Continue reading
Posted in Uncategorized
Tagged Canada, great food, historic sites, poutine, short trip, Vancouver
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Hangzhou/West Lake – a wonderful, relaxing, lake-side retreat to recharge and recenter before your next stop in the mad-packed land that is China.
West Lake – a wonderful, relaxing, lake-side retreat to recharge and recenter before your next stop in the mad-packed land that is China. Continue reading
Posted in Asia, China, Hangzhou, Uncategorized
Tagged Baochu Pagoda, Baopu Daoist Temple, Bei Causeway, lotus flowers, Shanghai, Silver Lake, Su Causeway, West Lake
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Lecce – The so-called Florence of the south
Halfway down the heel that is the book of Italy, you’ll find the most charming, and welcoming, city of Lecce. It’s been years since I’ve been to Lecce and upon my return, fond memories flooded back as if only a few months had passed. Often referred to as “the Florence of the south”, I think it has more to offer and is a monument of civic pride, and beauty, all unto itse Continue reading
Posted in Lecce, Puglia, Uncategorized
Tagged Adriatic, Apulia, Burrata, greece, nouvo Italiano, pasta, Puglia, Sorrento, vino
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