Europe 2016

Trogir, Croatia a Fairytale Island City

The hotel I wanted to stay in was full, but they recommended another property. I got a great deal on the blue suite in a villa with a private balcony, just off the main square. The Basics: Trogir, Croatia Currency: Croatian Kuna Thank you: "H'vala" or "Fala" which is...

Photos from Korçula, Croatia

The island of Korçula has been inhabited since the Neolithic era. It is currently the second most inhabited island in Croatia. My room was in a tower that "Marco Polo stayed in." The host for my room has a wine cellar. All food and drinks were free during my stay....

Side Trip to Lopud Island, Croatia

Lopud is a small island off the coast of Croatia near Dubrovnik. You can travel there by a Jadrolinija ferry. There are no cars on the island but you can hike via footpath. A fort and a small church from the 15th century are on the top of the hill. Next stop,...

Next Stop, Seville: The Most Beautiful City in Spain

Seville is known as the "most beautiful city in Spain" and I have to agree. The historic center is clean, vibrant, colorful, and full of life. From its ubiquitous orange trees and street performers dancing Flamenco to tapas bars and Moorish palaces, Seville has...

Travel Photos of Caceres, Spain

  The Basics: Seville, Spain Currency: Euro Thank you: "Gracias" Water: Tap water is ok to drink, bottled water tastes better. Local Coffee: "Cafe con Leche" is espresso with milk, usually served in a small glass. Restaurant Customs: Enjoy small plates at a tapas bar....

Elvas, Portugal: Near the Border…

Elvas is a small border town, seldom visited by tourists but listed in guidebooks for its historic earthworks. Because I was en route to Caceres, Spain, I had to stop in Elvas overnight. There's one shuttle bus per day from Elvas to Badajoz and from there I could...

Evora, Portugal

Evora, Portugal is a UNESCO World Heritage city is laid out like a spiderweb on a map. Notable sights include a Roman temple, aqueduct, and the eerie Church of Bones.     The Church of Bones   The Basics: Evora, Portugal Currency: Euro Thank you: If you...