Travel Tips
Cliffs of Moher in the Emerald Ilse (Ireland)
Cliffs of Moher in Ireland During my two-week tour of Ireland several years ago, there were two highlights: the delightful basalt columns of the Giant’s Causeway and the Cliffs of Moher. Both sights are impressive and are a great geological marvel. The Cliffs were formed in the Upper Carboniferous Period, around 319 million years ago and … Continue reading
Top 3 Things to Do in Heidelberg, Germany
Top 3 Things to Do in Heidelberg There are many things to do in Heidelberg, a quaint city in western Germany near the Neckar River which dates back to the 12th century. In the 12th century, Konrad of Hohenstaufen became Count Palatine of the Rhine and took possession of the oldest castle and settlement from the Bishop … Continue reading
Berlin Travel Tips
Berlin Travel Tips Berlin is well-known for its nightlife but you cannot discount the culture and history of the city. It is a fascinating city that was separated by a WALL for four decades; a city that was a part of two different countries. It is a very unique city: west and east that have come … Continue reading
Tips for Visiting the Roman Colosseum
Tips for Visiting the Roman Colosseum The Roman Colosseum, or also known as the Flavian Amphitheatre, is the largest amphitheatre in the Roman world. It stands nearly 50 metres and is as impressive in person as it is in photographs. It could hold 50,000 people. It made my top 10 attractions in Rome and it should … Continue reading
Tips for Visiting Versailles
Tips for Visiting Versailles (Chateau du Versailles) If you happen to visit Paris, do not forget about visiting Versailles. The Palace and its gardens are spectacular and cannot be ignored. The Chateau was the home of the Kings and Queens of France from Louis XIV in 1662 to the French Revolution and Louis XVI in 1789. … Continue reading