Hop on Hop off buses are one of the best ways to get the lay of the land in a new city when you travel. They also make it easy to get from place to place. We took the Big Bus Tours bus in London when we were there for a two-night stay and wanted to see as much of the city as we could before we had to fly back home. We had spent 3 weeks in Italy and then took a Mediterranean … [Read more...]
Moraine Lake and Johnston Canyon: Canadian Rockies Jewels
The Canadian Rockies are filled with azure-colored and awe-inspiring lakes. You can't go wrong almost everywhere you go when visiting Banff and the surrounding areas near Lake Louise. But, there are two points of interest you do not want to miss. Find a local guide near Banff, here. The road to Moraine Lake My daughter, who is an excellent planner, unlike her mom, made … [Read more...]
How to Make the Most of 2 Nights in London
Our visit to London after a month-long vacation to Italy and a Mediterranean cruise on the Queen Elizabeth went much too quickly. We had planned our winter trip under the assumption that the weather would be more pleasant in Italy and chose to stay longer there. But even though it was foggy when we disembarked in Southhampton, the sun came out and remained that way with … [Read more...]
