We had been on a road trip through Cyprus making our way up the western coastline. We took our time along the way to stop at some of the historical sites that Cyprus has to offer. Cyprus has a long history of varied settlers that predate ancient Egypt, but it was the Romans that left …
Amsterdam: Stay on a Houseboat near Rembrandt Square
When you hear a bike bell, you dive out of the way! That should be the first thing you learn before visiting Amsterdam. Most locals ride their bikes everywhere and the whole city is set up with an excellent system of bike paths. Make no mistake however, these bike paths are for bikes. They are …
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Germany: Sleep in a Castle in Oberwesel
There were two factors that led us to stay in a castle in Oberwesel, Germany. The first is that I’m a big nerd. The second is that birthdays are a really big deal to Mimi. So, it was probably inevitable that we found ourselves booked at Castle Hotel Auf Schoenburg for my birthday that year. …
French Polynesia: Where to Eat in Bora Bora
There’s only one answer when someone asks me, where to eat in Bora Bora, La Villa Mahana remains the crowned champion of dining experiences. Chef Damien Rinaldi Dovic is a master of his craft and the intimate setting he’s created is pure romance. There are only seven tables here and reservations are understandably booked up …