by Cindy | Apr 16, 2017 | Housesitting in Europe, Travel Tips
Long story short, we were living with our son in Northern California, located in the low sierras. We could not have been happier. But how long can you live with one of your perfect sons, even when it is your son? We weren’t quite ready to settle down, so we started...
by Cindy | Mar 29, 2017 | Europe, Events, Travel Tips
I have taken three walking tours in London so far from two different tour companies. Here is my experience. With the first company, Free London Walking Tours, I went on two tours. Looking at their website you will see they offer eight different t ours, so there are...
by Cindy | Feb 28, 2017 | England, Europe, Travel Tips
1. Medieval Walled City A unique feature of York is that it was a medieval walled city. Over 2 miles of walls still exist. It does have a steep drop (no guard rails) so it may not be appropriate for some children. The walls are well preserved and make a wonderful walk...
by Cindy | Dec 26, 2016 | Europe, Travel Tips
Earlier this month, we flew from Oakland, California to Stockholm, Sweden with a connection to Oslo, Norway. Yes there were a few things we did not care for but overall the flight and the personal we interacted with were just as good as any other airline. Comparable...
by Cindy | Sep 30, 2016 | Travel Tips
It is not easy to live out of a suitcase, so DON’T do it. When you arrive take that suitcase and Unpack It! Your new word for the day is “knolling.” Have you ever heard of the “knolling” process? Here is how knolling can be applied to traveling. In essence, start with...
by Cindy | Aug 19, 2016 | Travel Tips
Something new is cooking down at the border, the San Ysidro border crossing that is. For years it has been one of the busiest crossings in North America. The lines are long and tempers short, as people on both sides of the border wait in their cars, or in long hot...
