This week I was planning to continue the thread of last summer’s travels with my favorite stop along the Danube, but then I finished reading an amazing book* about one of my favorite Boston characters, so I decided instead to take a small detour and … Continue reading Boston Characters: Charles Sumner
The hills are aliiiiiivvvvee, with the Sound of Music!!! Ah Salzburg. I think this had to be the stop I was most excited to see on this cruise of ours down the Danube. But wait, you say, I happen to have a map here, and … Continue reading Salzburg
On our last morning in Prague, we did a final walk around the Old Town, had some fantastic street crepes, and then hopped on Viking’s bus bound for Germany. We had a pleasant little three-hour drive, with a charming guide who was quite enthusiastic to … Continue reading Passau
After almost a year away, we’ll return now to last summer’s travels, and in honor of the great Elie Wiesel* who passed away last Saturday, we shall pick up the thread at Terezin. I will admit this was not my choice of excursion. I wanted … Continue reading Terezin
The last weekend in June is one of my favorite weekends of the year. It is the weekend upon which I completely ignore all my minimalist impulses and hasten to a warehouse in Somerville to increase the size of my library at the Harvard Book … Continue reading Cambridge Stops: The Harvard Book Store
This stunning estate was the dream of George Washington Vanderbilt. (There were lots of these guys which can be confusing – for a very brief history of the Vanderbilts and where George falls, click on his photo on the left!) Youngest son of William Henry … Continue reading Christmas at the Biltmore: Moving In
After our cruise, my mom stayed with me in Boston for a couple of days (I know, I’m skipping way ahead here, but don’t worry! I promise I’ll get back to Viking and the Danube soon enough). After we had slept for about 12 hours, … Continue reading Christmas at the Biltmore-Essentials
With best intentions I launched this site on the cusp of ghost tour season and my seasonal return to the chocolate shop. After several months of silence during which many tours were given, much chocolate was boxed and shipped, and several new exciting adventures were … Continue reading Prague Continued
Before this trip came to mind, I must admit, I had never really thought about Prague. I’d heard glowing responses from people who had been, but no specifics- so as far as an itinerary, I was starting from scratch. Fortunately when traveling with a travel … Continue reading Prague Highlights- Strahov Library
My most recent overseas adventure began with Downton Abbey. I am a shameless and devoted lover of that show and have indeed watched each season more than once. This means I have seen my fair share of ads for Viking River Cruises. Now as a … Continue reading Prague Essentials
I Digress 