A Magical Place in Ireland

Blarney Castle There are probably few people in the western world who have not heard of the Blarney Stone. It has been for years a tourist pilgrimage for visitors to Ireland. They come in the droves, from ordinary folks to everyday names in film, art and politics, to kiss the stone at Blarney Castle in [...]

2016-12-30T16:31:18-05:00August 31st, 2015|ATTRACTIONS, Cruisers Logbook, EUROPE|

Dracula’s Castle

Bran Castle, Romania Flying to or from Budapest on a river cruise vacation? While you are in Hungary, you should consider staying a few days to explore nearby Romania as well. Though a bit far away for a day trip (even two), you might wish to consider visiting  Bran Castle tucked away on the Transylvania [...]

2016-12-30T16:31:18-05:00June 29th, 2015|ATTRACTIONS, Cruisers Logbook, EUROPE, LAND VACATIONS|

Dun Laoghaire, Ireland

A Town Named for a 5th Century Irish KingThe first thing you should probably know about Dun Laoghaire, especially if visiting there, is how to pronounce the name of this seaside town, situated about 12 kilometers and a short train ride, from Dublin. Our taxi driver threw this little tidbit into conversation as he drove [...]

2018-11-05T14:55:54-05:00October 2nd, 2014|EUROPE, LAND VACATIONS, OCEAN CRUISING|

Chateaux, Cuisine & Claret

One of the many enjoyments travellers have when experiencing a new country is visiting the historic buildings in the area. Most of the time, these are cathedrals or castles. If you could take castles – or in this case, chateaux, – and combine it with two other loves such as food and wine, you have a real winner for the visitor.

2022-01-17T13:39:28-05:00July 2nd, 2014|Cruisers Logbook, DESTINATIONS, EUROPE, RIVER CRUISING|
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