The next time you are traveling in a different country see how good you are at spotting the tourists. In fact if you are traveling with someone, you could make a game of it. I am warning you it is not always the easiest thing to do. I have made more than one mistake in identifying tourists from locals. So in the spirit of Jeff Foxworthy Here are a few clues to look for. … [Read more...]
Photo of The Week
I took this photo in Thailand. Some people call them a Baht Bus, some say Song Tau. When I was there I was just thankful to see one and not walk in the god awful 90 percent humidity. photo … [Read more...]
Charles Bridge Prague
This photo was taken on a trip to Prague in 2007. The Charles Bridge with the castle in the background. … [Read more...]
My Favorite Travel Destinations
Pilzen Czech Republic Go ahead and spend a day or two in Prague. See the Castle, Charles Bridge, Old Town Square and Wenceslas square. Once you are tired of the tourists grab a train and head 90 km to Pilzen. Pilzen became a town in 1295 when King Wenceslas granted its charter. I discovered Pilzen because of my life long devotion to beer. Pilzen produced the first Pilsen beer. … [Read more...]
Why We Travel
I think once you get the urge to start traveling and see the world you can never really get enough. I have been fortunate to travel to a lot of places and have lived and worked in overseas locations. While a lot of people enjoy seeing the tourist hotspots such as the Eiffel Tower or Buckingham Palace I tend to gravitate to more historical type sites. Now don't get me … [Read more...]
