With a couple of day trips, we set out from our home base in Bergen to experience the Norwegian countryside.
Category: Road Trip
Peacocks and Bishops in Kroměříž, Czechia
Other than the pope, I don’t generally think of members of the clergy living in splendor. But from the 1500s through the 1800s, many European bishops lived like kings.
Giving Thanks in Hungary
After a couple of months, we thought we had a handle on Europe. Then we visited Hungary.
Going to the Ends of the Earth in Tunisia
Mike loves going to the ends of the earth — literally. He is fascinated by the farthest points on the compass on each continent, and he had a surprise planned for me in Africa.
Vines and Wines in Bordeaux, France
When we left Beauvoir, France, we were a little overwhelmed by the magic of Mont Saint-Michel. But not so overwhelmed that we couldn't enjoy some fine French wine.
Fire-Breathing Dragons in Ghent, Belgium
"We have a dragon that will breathe fire tonight at 10:30," said the hotel receptionist. Of course you do.
Ancient History and Current Events in Cologne and Brühl, Germany
Cathedrals, castles, flowers, and first beers in Cologne and Brühl, Germany.
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Llamas in Luxembourg
Mighty fortresses and culinary works of art in pastoral Luxembourg.
Champagne and Cathedrals in Reims, France
Ever the romantic, Mr. Michael Ballard has planned several stops on this trip that are anniversary gifts to me. One of those was a visit to the Champagne region of France.