Author: GreyValley
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Figueres – Visiting Dali Museum
Figueres is a city located in the province of Girona in Catalonia, Spain. It is situated in the northeastern part of the country, close to the border with France. The city has a population of around 45,000 people and is known for its rich cultural heritage and art scene. One of the main attractions in…
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A Morning in Saint-Tropez
Saint-Tropez is a small town located on the French Riviera, in the Var department of the Provence-Alpes-Côte d’Azur region in southeastern France. It is known worldwide as a luxurious holiday destination, attracting many wealthy visitors and celebrities. Saint-Tropez is situated on a peninsula, surrounded by beautiful beaches and crystal-clear waters. The town has a picturesque harbor…
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The Sagrada Familia
The Sagrada Familia is a stunning basilica in Barcelona, Spain, designed by the famous architect Antoni Gaudí (we visited La Pedrera and Park Guell as well, two of his architectural designs). The construction of the church began in 1882, under the guidance of architect Francisco de Paula del Villar. However, Gaudí took over the project in 1883 and transformed it into his life’s work. Gaudí…
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A Quiet Afternoon in Monaco
The drive from Mont Boron (where we were staying) to Monaco is a beautiful and scenic route that takes you along the stunning French Riviera coastline. There are several places to stop along the way to enjoy the views and explore some of the charming towns and villages that dot the coastline. You can watch the YouTube video of our…
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Driving from Barcelona to Nice, France
After our very improved and wonderful time in the sea from our Royal Caribbean cruise, we left very early in the morning to get our rental car at the main train station. There are several car rental companies that have offices at or near the Barcelona Sants Train Station (Estació de Sants), which is the city’s primary…
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St. Moritz Switzerland
Our last days in Milan, Italy we didn’t want to waste our time in the hotel room. We needed something to do before we go back to the US. Of course as usual my trusted companion, my husbdand, business partner and band mate (yea, he has so many hats) had already planned this ahead of…
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A Day on the Island of Capri
Capri is an island in the Tyrrhenian Sea, off the coast of Naples, Italy. It is a popular tourist destination, known for its dramatic coastline, lush vegetation, and historic sites. Some of the most popular tourist attractions on Capri include: Capri is also home to a number of museums and art galleries, as well as…
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Tre Cime Di Lavaredo
The Tre Cime di Lavaredo, or Drei Zinnen in German, are probably one of the best-known mountain groups in the Alps. The three peaks, from east to west, are: How to get there: There are a few ways to get to the Tre Cime di Lavaredo. The most popular way is to drive to the Rifugio Auronzo car…
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Agriturismo in Massa Lubrense
I have not done any blogging lately, I have been procrastinating for a while – so I promise myself to write at least something once every two weeks. I have a lot to talk about from our last travel, which I have started already with Palma de Mallorca and I promise I will do it…
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Layover in Paris
Paris! Who would not want to have a layover in the most romantic city filled with attractions like the Louvre, the Eiffel Tower and so much more? Well, today, we are going to talk about ‘layover’ not just in Paris, but all the advantages and challenges that comes with it in general. We have been…