I’ve always thought it would be fun to do a cross country train trip, and Switzerland offers one that is simply amazing.
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Have you ever been awestruck? Completely overcome by the magnificence of an object of art? Mesmerized by the story told within the art, as well as the story told concerning the creation of the art?
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Have you heard about Laocoon, the priest who tried in vain to warn the Trojans about the big horse?
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What destination is #1 on the bucket list for American tourists? Home to much of the greatest art, architecture and gastronomy in the world, Italy is #1 for most Americans.
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We all remember Scarlett O’Hara’s father pining for his homeland and the hills of Tara, don’t we? Did you know the Hill of Tara is the mythical and spiritual center of Celtic Ireland?
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Our time in Ireland so far had been full of fabulous scenery and lovely people, great pubs and tours, historic castles and barrels of fun.
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Does any river bring a more beautiful mental image to your mind than the River Shannon in Ireland?
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It’s funny how you don’t know you didn’t know something until you know something, you know what I mean?
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If you are an American and want to explore a foreign country that is fabulously gorgeous and where the people love America and Americans there’s no better choice than Ireland.
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April 14, 2017 was a gorgeous, sunny day on the Saone River in France. Doug and I were enjoying our last day onboard the river cruise vessel Poetry II and decided to sit on the sun deck and watch the beautiful countryside go by.
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Perched high on a hill about 30 miles from Lyon is the charming hilltop city of Perouges. Since the beginning it has been a village of craftsmen, never under the control of a Lord. The simplicity and authenticity of the place are a huge part of the appeal.
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Have you noticed most issues are not how they seem to be on the surface? Take the end of the Knights Templar for instance. Their demise had nothing to do with heresy and everything to do with money.
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