As happens for many inland cities, the ship actually docks in a different port. Oft times these ports are dirty, gritty industrial ports that serve many masters, only one of which is the cruise industry. For our stop in Edinburgh the ship docked in the port of Leith. It is prettier and cleaner than most…
Month: March 2019
What’s In Your Backpack?
Whether you are day tripping from home or a cruise ship, or travelling alone, as a couple or with family, supporting the Scouting adage of “be prepared” is an essential travel tip. When our kids were little we carried backpacks for all their essentials. We lugged around drinks and snacks, wet wipes and extra clothes,…
Our Top 5 in Dublin, Ireland
Like most we are only Irish on St. Patrick’s Day, but that doesn’t mean we didn’t embrace the Irish culture during a recent stay in Dublin. A beautiful city that is easy to navigate and in a day or two you can see many of its historic, cultural and artistic sites. Having said that don’t…
Port of Call – Istanbul
The sail in to Istanbul is one of the most beautiful in my memory. The harbour was a juxtaposition of modern and ancient with traditional fishing vessels vying for space next to speeding seadoos. The shoreline was dotted with soaring minarets that grew larger as we approached revealing the mosque underneath. It was simultaneously alive…
A Taste of Europe
We love to eat. Ken is far more adventuresome than I am but I’m still willing to try most exotic local cuisines. Taste, smell, texture and presentation are all important components of any meal, and a well-trained chef can make even the simplest of ingredients into a great experience. When we travel we try to…