Remembering Their Sacrifice
Last year when I was in France I had the opportunity to visit Normandy. While I had read about the battle in Normandy in textbooks, I did not understand the magnitude of this battle until I found myself standing in the vast open space of the Omaha beach shoreline. The victory of D-Day belongs to the sheer will and determination of the courageous men who … Continue reading Remembering Their Sacrifice
2014 Year End Review
2014 has been a big year for Phototravelista! In addition to launching a new website we traveled to three countries and ten states. Here are some of my favorite highlights: In January we kicked off the travel year in Seattle, WA where we enjoyed some usually warm weather and amazing seafood meals. In March we set off on a three week tour of Europe. Our … Continue reading 2014 Year End Review
Autumn in Chicago
The fall is my favorite time of year, I love the changing of the leaves, the crisp cool air, and the window of calm between the rush of summer and the craziness of the holidays. Combine that with my love of cityscapes and Chicago is the perfect fall getaway. Walking through the streets of Chicago one cannot help but marvel at the impressive collection of … Continue reading Autumn in Chicago
Strolling Through Bavaria
Good beer, fast cars, castles, and amazing views are just a few of the highlights that awaits you in the Bavarian region of Germany. Early-April when we arrived winter was winding down and a glimmer of spring was shinning through. The trip started in Stuttgart where we arrived from Paris by train. In Stuttgart we rented a car and spent time driving the scenic routes … Continue reading Strolling Through Bavaria
Biking Through Versailles
Versailles is a vast and beautiful property and if ever in France a must see. The palace itself is a sight to see but the grounds and gardens are not to be missed. Given the size of the property you are limited to what you can see by foot. So, I highly recommend a biking tour. I booked a private family tour through Bike About … Continue reading Biking Through Versailles
A Week In Paris
After an amazing week in Paris I finally had an opportunity to sort through the pictures and review my notes to highlight some of my favorites from the trip. Check out my favorites from the trip. The Stay In Paris as is the case in most large cities space is a precious commodity. So, expect hotel rooms to be small which, if you are a … Continue reading A Week In Paris
Liverpool – Beatles Tour
Liverpool is most famously known, as the hometown of the Beatle and from what I understand it is the mecca for all Beatles fans. We made a day trip taking the 7:00 AM train from London and arriving in Liverpool by 9:30 AM. Liverpool is a must see for Beatles fans of course however, I would also recommend Liverpool for fans of architecture and history. … Continue reading Liverpool – Beatles Tour
Stonehenge
Stonehenge is perhaps one of the most famous prehistoric sites and considered a wonder of the world. Visiting Stonehenge has been on my bucket list for several years and while I have visited London several times this was the first time I made it out to Stonehenge. There are several tour bus options to get from London to Stonehenge however, given my aversion to following the … Continue reading Stonehenge
Secret Bike Tour in London
When in London seeing the iconic sites is a must, especially if it is your first time visiting the city. However, if you are craving an off the beaten path experience I recommend the Secret Bike Tour of London offered by Break Away Tours of London. Chris our tour guide did a fantastic job showing us the not so famous parts of London. Check out the pictures from … Continue reading Secret Bike Tour in London
Beautiful Weather for Sightseeing in London
We arrived in London to find spring in full swing! On our first full day in London we headed out around 9 AM and was able to make three iconic sights without being rushed and having time for a relaxed lunched. All three sights are located within walking distance of each other making it convenient to visit them on the same day. On the Underground … Continue reading Beautiful Weather for Sightseeing in London
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