While a sailor’s life is NOT the life for me, a week at sea is just about perfect. Traveling along the stunning Dalmatian coast was magical (to say nothing of only having to unpack once!). Going with the picture’s worth a thousand words today. Enjoy a few of the exquisite sites we saw at sea. Continue reading Island Time off the Coast of Croatia
This photo brings back memories of a wonderful evening in Tokyo. We were amazed by the strength and coordination demonstrated in the unusual manner of delivering sake. Several of us tried but had to admit it was beyond our abilities. We consoled ourselves with a fabulous teppanyaki meal. Continue reading Don’t Try This at Home
Today was dedicated to back of the house work, so to speak. However, I am trying to post every day, so thought I would share these two views of Dubrovnik taken on the same day. The old town is absolutely stunning from almost every vantage point, but this was my favorite. Continue reading Croatia | Sunrise, Sunset in Dubrovnik
Music enhances life. Whether packing (fun) or unpacking (less so), exercising or paying bills, music enhances the experience. When I am singing along at the top of my voice, I can enjoy even the most mundane tasks. If I am having trouble getting inspired, there’s nothing like music to rev the creative spirit. To paraphrase Mary Poppins: just a tuneful of music … My husband loves … Continue reading A Tuneful of Music
There’s something about airports that intoxicates me. The lure of faraway destinations yet to be explored and the promise of adventures to come. Not all airports or terminals are created equal and some are definitely in need of a makeover or total redo. I was sad to see the demolition of the iconic flying saucer that was Pan Am’s Worldport. I spent many an hour in that … Continue reading Airport Love
I encountered these lovely ladies on a visit to Konavle, a particularly lush region just 18 kilometers southeast of Dubrovnik . The agriturismo movement is catching on here, which is only natural in a region where eating what one grows is standard operating practice. My friends and I enjoyed a fabulous meal featuring Peka – a traditional Dalmatian dish of slow roasted veal and potato dish cooked under a dome in a bed of embers and … Continue reading Simply Irresistible
Those of you paying very close attention might have noticed my new tagline: to travel is to live – a quote from Hans Christian Andersen that I first saw at Torvehallerne an outstanding food hall in Copenhagen (click here to see photo and read more about it). I wholeheartedly concur with Mr. Andersen’s sentiment – and I couldn’t have said it better. I love almost everything about travel … Continue reading To Travel is to Live
and keep the old! This is the vision behind travelmagnolia. For me, a highlight of travel is meeting and getting to know new people. Another is sharing my experiences and photos. I hope new friends will connect with me via this blog and share their travels as well, while the friends I have made near and far will be able to keep track of me, at least virtually! … Continue reading Make New Friends
Split may be best known for Diocletian’s Palace, built as a “retirement home” for the emperor in the early 4th century. The city has countless other charms due to its Adriatic coast location including beaches, water sports, access to the beautiful islands just off its coast, and delicious cuisine featuring the local seafood. The 60 meter 14th century campanile of the Cathedral of Saint Duje … Continue reading Time to Split |Croatia
Call me cynical, but I was prepared not to like Hvar. After all, everyone else does and it turns out for good reason. An afternoon in Hvar town is plenty, unless you are into the party scene which rages after midnight. Otherwise, visit the fort, the church and the museum before heading for the hills. Stari Grad is a charming port and one of the oldest cities … Continue reading Croatia | Lavander Man and Other Reasons to Visit Hvar
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