When trying to figure out where to go, keep in mind that the destination should try to encompass all the interests of the traveling parties. For instance, for one of our trips, my husband, Paul, was interested in visiting some World War I battle sites. I wanted to tour the wine country, castles and relax at…
Tag: Travel Itinerary
Madrid, Spain
Madrid has such an amazing energy. The food, the Cava, the people; the city is always bustling. What’s interesting about Madrid is that although it is bustling, it is very laid back. Being inland, it almost has a coastal feel based on the vibe and flavor of your surroundings. The best part of Madrid is…
Ghent, Belgium
Driving to Ghent can be quite tricky once off the highway. After a few twists and turns down some archaic streets, we found Gravensteen Castle. We parked, fed the meter (since we didn’t discover the Belgian Parking card yet) and walked up the road to the castle. It was quite early so we didn’t have…
Verdun, France
There’s nothing like driving through and touring the Champagne region on your way to visit Verdun, a major battle site from World War 1. In 1916, the battle of Verdun lasted 9 months and claimed over 300,000 lives, with another 300,000 wounded. There are many worthy battlefields and museums to visit in Verdun, as well…
