Europe sparkles in the winter and Christmas decorations are everywhere. It’s a magical time to travel. During a Christmas Market cruise, I tasted authentic German gingerbread which inspired the recipe you see below. German gingerbread is much different than the kind we have here in America. If you can't go there to taste it, you can make it European-style at home. Enjoy … [Read more...]
10 Winter Travel Tips for Women Over 50
I've been on several winter travel trips to Spain, Poland, and a Christmas Market tour on the Danube from Budapest to Prague, Italy for 3 weeks including a cruise on the Mediterranean and London. Being a Southern Californian gal from Los Angeles, I wasn't used to dealing with cold weather and had to find warm clothes to wear and pack them so I wouldn't break my back in the … [Read more...]
Polish Sauerkraut Soup Recipe: And Trip to Kraków
If you're visiting Poland, you'll no doubt find a restaurant that serves Polish sauerkraut soup. I'm a big fan of sauerkraut so that's why I love it and it's incredibly good for your gut. If it isn't your thing I totally understand, but if it is, you'll love the recipe below. Enjoy this recipe! The inspiration for this recipe started with an organ concert in Kraków, … [Read more...]
Travel Adventure Show Tips from Rick Steves
The Travel Adventure Show comes to the Los Angeles Convention Center every year. It's a huge expo that takes place all over the U.S. where you can visit the booths of hundreds of travel companies, listen to well-known travel experts like Rick Steves and Patricia Schultz, and enjoy food and entertainment. Finding authenticity in travel Rick Steves has always been one of … [Read more...]
Madrid, Spain, and Side Trips You Don’t Want to Miss
Gorgeous and majestic Madrid in Spain is a city of palatial splendor, ornate monuments, historical landmarks, art, and elegance. It is the capital and cultural hub of the country and a doorway into its illustrious past. Find a local guide in Madrid, here. While we were there, we took side trips to the old city of Toledo, the Valley of the Fallen, and El Escorial. … [Read more...]
