Romania

We flew from Amsterdam to Bucharest, Romania to join a river cruise on the eastern portion of the Danube River. Bucharest is the farthest east we have ever traveled. Bucharest seems to have a split personality. Sometimes it is “Micul Paris” (Little Paris). Other times, “Bucureștiul este o fetiță veche, obosită, într-o haină cam zdrențuită,” (Bucharest is a faded old gal in a raggedy coat). … Continue reading Romania

Fortunately, Unfortunately! (Amsterdam)

Once again, we had the urge to travel. Fortunately, we were able to fly to Amsterdam in the springtime. We checked into the lovely Clayton Hotel in the city center. Unfortunately, the weather was cooler than our thin blood could handle. We had to wear long pants, jackets and real shoes (no flip flops!). Fortunately, Amsterdam is fun, no matter the weather. We explored the … Continue reading Fortunately, Unfortunately! (Amsterdam)