Paris and Notre Dame cathedral

Bon Jour. Welcome to  Notre Dame Cathedral. Look over here…to your right. I am the statue sitting on the south side of the courtyard in front of Notre Dame cathedral in Paris, France. It’s okay…most people do not notice me at first. I really do understand as the view of the cathedral is quite spectacular. […]

Paris and the Eiffel Tower

There is a mystical power to the Eiffel Tower, isn’t there. Ask anyone about Paris and I am willing to bet that the first image that comes to their mind is the Eiffel Tower. Come. Let us have a look at this symbol of Paris … La Tour Eiffel. I know, I know, that is […]

Glenbrook Vintage Railway

The early morning sun is shining on the vintage train station in Glenbrook, New Zealand. A perfect omen for today’s special journey. Yes, we are about to take a ride on the Glenbrook Vintage Railway. Hint: Click on any photo to enlarge it. Our steam engine today is a “reliable and capable machine”…Ja 1250 named Diana. […]

Sailing on Milford Sound, New Zealand

It is a bright, crisp, sunny morning on the southern tip of the South Island of New Zealand. We are about to sail on the Milford Sound. It is one of the world’s prettiest fjords…but why tell you about it when we can show you! There is our ship. (click on photo to enlarge it.) Let’s […]

Agrodome sheep show, New Zealand

Is everything ready for the show? Let’s take a peak. Well, most people are in their seats…a few are still exploring the museum at the back but they will be seated as soon as they realize the show is about to start. Is the stage ready? Let’s have a look. Yes, the stage is ready… […]

Rotorua’s Gondola and Luge ride

Wake up sleepy head. Time to leave our comfy bed at New Zealand boutique hotel (Regent Rotorua) and head up the side of the volcano.                 Volcano!! I thought that might get your attention! You heard right. Today we are heading up the side of Mount Ngongotaha, a […]

The Canals of Paris

Walking along this wide park-like boulevard near La Bastille, one is unaware of the secret that lies below. Look carefully at this photo. (Hint: Enlarge the photo by clicking on it.)               Carefully look at the green plants in the foreground. Notice the metal grates…pyramid style? Now look at this photo. […]

Visit to Rodin Museum, Paris

If I won the lottery, I would fly to Paris…specifically to see the Rodin Museum (Musee Rodin) at 79 Rue de Varenne. You thought I was going to say the Eiffel Tower, didn’t you. I am serious…for me, Musee Rodin is at the top of the list of things to see in Paris, France. So, […]

Mexican Fiesta

Fiestas usually involve food…sometimes served buffet style. Sometimes served as a sit down meal.             But the food is always good!     Fiesta entertainment usually is done on  a raised stage…but being Mexico, any open space is workable. (Mexicans are very resourceful!) The program always starts with some sort […]

Puerto Vallarta sculpture tour

Many a time we have walked along the Malecon in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico and enjoyed the unique large sculptures which are strategically placed there to be framed by the blue waters of Banderas Bay. They are quite striking.                However having seen them frequently, we somehow stopped actually “seeing” […]

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