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That time I was a tourist in Iraq… PART 1
It was almost midnight on a Sunday in late June when we crossed a bridge over the Tigris River, yet the festive crowds -- not a surgical mask in sight -- gathered on both sides suggested a much earlier hour of the evening. And this was almost three hours PAST the government-mandated curfew. This was […]
Paris is always a good idea
Do NOT dismiss a trip to Paris in the winter if you are presented the opportunity. Yes, other seasons may offer more in terms of the beautiful gardens dotting the city, but winter provides perks as well. Such as lower fares. $500 RT for a business class seat upgraded via mileage points? Not too shabby. […]
Three Days in Prague
Highlights of the weekend My husband and I spent an amazing weekend in Prague with friends with whom we have traveled together before to Venice. Over the three days, we took long walks, drank a lot of beer, ate some fantastic food, learned a bit about Kafka, rode a strange yet wonderful elevator, drank some […]
BALI RESTAURANTS
I love dining out in Bali. Most of the restaurants are open-air, often with gardens, and some with spectacular views as well. Service is always VERY kind if not always professional. And, you can expect every waiter you encounter to repeat everyone’s order before leaving the table to give it to the kitchen. Balinese cuisine […]

Little Traveler's Notebook