Our last destination on our AmaWaterways Christmas Markets river cruise on the Danube was Prague in the Czech Republic. It's a gleaming city of Gothic arcades, Renaissance windows, Rococo cherubs, and Art Nouveau sylphs. Find a local guide in Prague, here. The cruise company booked us into the Old Town Hilton in Prague, which was lovely. Generally, I prefer small, … [Read more...]
Budapest: A City of Gleaming Splendor
Our AmaWaterways river cruise on the Danube began in Budapest, Hungary. The Hungarian capital glows on the Danube with magnificently grandiose buildings that are golden in the dark. Find a local guide in Budapest, here. Read other posts from this trip: We stayed at the Sofitel Chain Bridge Hotel, which overlooks the River Danube. In general, we prefer small … [Read more...]
Visit Nashville, Tennessee: The City of Honky Tonk
I've been to Nashville, Tennessee, twice for conferences, and I've always had a blast. It's the home of honky-tonk, good times, and southern hospitality. If you are a country music lover, it is a must-see. Navigating our vast hotel under a dome Both times I stayed at the Gaylord Opryland Resort. It's an amazing maze of buildings, restaurants, stores, a riverwalk, and a … [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 Southampton, the sun came out and remained that way, … [Read more...]
The Artful Mill Town of Bydgoszcz, Poland
The Camerimage Film Festival takes place each year in Bydgoszcz, Poland. My partner, who was a cameraman in the film industry, was invited to attend as a guest speaker. We spent 4 fun-filled days there. This charming mill town is located in the Northern part of Poland, on the Brda River. Find a local guide in Bydgoszcz, here. We arrived after a 10-hour flight from Los … [Read more...]