Posted on 03 September 2010.
Troy Media – By Judy McEuen
Before you raise those eyebrows, monkeys may not be the usual pedestrians where you come from but they are usual occupants of temples and beaches in some of the most popular destinations in Asia and Africa. Continue Reading
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Posted on 31 August 2010.
Troy Media – By Judy McEuen
Many of us may have seen countless ancient ruins, but only a few of us have ever laid eyes on a fully inhabited and vibrant city whose history remains uninterrupted for more than 5,000 years. If you want to be one of the lucky few, then you better head off to Damascus on your next holiday. Continue Reading
Posted in Travel
Posted on 26 July 2010.
Troy Media – By Heather Summerhayes Cariou
Canadian politeness is so notorious, it’s practically our international greeting, our very own version of “shalom.”
Nine times out of 10, when I’ve heard “I’m sorry” uttered in a foreign country, (and here where I live in the US), and I say, “You must be Canadian,” I’ve gotten, “How did you know?” Continue Reading
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Posted on 10 July 2010. Tags: holiday, Italy, Lake Maggiore, vacation
Troy Media – By Judy McEuen
The Italian Lakes, a name coined for a chain of alpine lakes in Northern Italy, evoke images of picturesque lakeside vistas, pretty gardens and elegant villas – a picture-perfect backdrop for a dream romantic getaway. Continue Reading
Posted in Travel
Posted on 07 July 2010.
Troy Media – By Doug Firby
His thinning white hair, growing girth and laconic grin speak more of truck driver than helicopter pilot, but Don Wederfort’s wry delivery betrays a powerful sense of mischief. “My job is to get your guides really high,” he declares, drawing a barrage of laughter – is there a nervous tinge? – from the 30-plus guests basking in a post-fine-dining glow at the cozy Bugaboo Lodge. Continue Reading
Posted in Living, Travel
Posted on 03 July 2010.
By Judy McEuen
Gentlemen, calm your engines. While the “Sea to Sky Highway” is only about 12 miles (20 km) long, this is not a stretch of road you will want to pass over quickly.
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Posted in Travel
Posted on 03 July 2010.
Weikersheim’s Renaissance Palace, called the Schloss, dates back to 1587.
By Judy McEuen
Biking from Weikersheim to the next town of Rothenburg is such a delightful experience. The landscape is beautiful, with the Tauber River on one side and the beautiful expanse of vineyards on the other. Scenery such as this converts an otherwise exhausting ride into an exhilarating experience. Continue Reading
Posted in Living, Travel
Posted on 27 June 2010.
Troy Media – By Judy McEuen
Wurzburg marks the beginning of the Romantic Road and I believe it is the best introduction to what the route has to offer. Continue Reading
Posted in Living, Travel
Posted on 26 June 2010.
Troy Media – By Judy McEuen
Less than an hour’s ride from the busy metropolis of Tokyo is the serene town of Kamakura. Continue Reading
Posted in Living, Travel
Posted on 26 June 2010.
Troy Media – By Judy McEuen
More than a hundred travel destinations later, you would think that I would be immune to collecting and storing travel memories like any other jaded veteran tourist. Continue Reading
Posted in Living, Travel