by Rae | Sep 16, 2019 | Europe, Northern & Eastern Europe 2016, travel
The courtyard of our BNB in Bruges.We happened to be there for the annual Holy Blood Festival. Where relic blood of Jesus is paraded through the streets, a tradition that has taken place since 1303 AD.The richest house in Bruges. In typical medieval style Next stop,...
by Rae | Sep 15, 2019 | Europe, Northern & Eastern Europe 2016, travel
We only had a few hours to explore Ghent, a train stop between Antwerp and Bruges. However this town would be better explored over a period of a few days. Next stop, Bruges, Belgium…
by Rae | Sep 15, 2019 | Croatia & Bosnia, travel
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”...
by Rae | Sep 15, 2019 | Croatia & Bosnia, travel
Last stop, Trogir
by Rae | Sep 15, 2019 | Croatia & Bosnia, travel
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...
by Rae | Sep 15, 2019 | Croatia & Bosnia, travel
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,...
