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2025 France – A decision has been made…

Posted on January 31, 2025 by herktrav

It’s hard to believe that January is nearly over. Since we like to travel during September and October, it’s time to start making plans for this year’s travels. We gave the wheel a spin and by a hair, France won … Continue reading →

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France 2024 – Marche de Noël – Tuileries

Posted on December 16, 2024 by herktrav

We eased into the day again. With no particular reason to rush, we didn’t! It’s been nice getting a good night’s rest and then choosing what we feel like doing. So when we did leave, we headed over to the … Continue reading →

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France 2024 – Walking through the 6th and Vivaldi

Posted on December 15, 2024 by herktrav

Ooh la la! Another morning to sleep in. With nothing planned early, there was no pressure to do anything but take it easy – so we did! Once we did get cleaned up, we headed out for a little walk. … Continue reading →

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France 2024 – Marche De Nöel – La Défense

Posted on December 13, 2024 by herktrav

Another good night’s sleep and we were ready to step out for another day of exploring. Breakfast was perfect to get us going, so after cleaning up, we were off. Today we decided to visit the Christmas market at La … Continue reading →

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Portugal 2024 – Reflecting on our travels

Posted on October 22, 2024 by herktrav

We always reflect back on our trips when we get home, as well as answer the inevitable question: “What did you like best?”. We had many things that we talked about this time, which would indicate that we had a … Continue reading →

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Portugal 2024 – Lisbon Pt 3

Posted on October 10, 2024 by herktrav

Monday morning arrived and the weather forecast was partially correct. We had some heavy rain overnight. However, now they are saying the day will be mostly sunny with just a short shower predicted. Having cancelled our tuk tuk tour, we … Continue reading →

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Portugal 2024 – Sintra finale

Posted on October 3, 2024 by herktrav

For our last full day in Sintra, we’re back to touring. Today we visited the Pena Palace on a guided tour. We used the company “Get Your Guide” once again and we were happy with our choice. Unfortunately, we have … Continue reading →

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Portugal 2024 – Sintra Pt 1

Posted on October 1, 2024 by herktrav

We will be staying in Sintra for five nights. Everyone said one or two days is more than enough time to spend here…however, I disagree. We are staying at the Sintra Marmoris Camelia, just outside of the historic district. People … Continue reading →

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Portugal 2024 – Nazaré to Sintra

Posted on September 29, 2024 by herktrav

Today is another travel day. We enjoyed our time in Nazaré, but we were ready to move on. Check-out went smoothly and we even managed to sneak in a Pain au chocolate and a piece of citrus pound cake – … Continue reading →

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Portugal 2024 – Nazaré

Posted on September 28, 2024 by herktrav

We woke up refreshed and ready to move on to Nazaré. Nazaré is just a a short distance from Tomar and is located right on the western coastline of Portugal. In the summertime, it’s a beach town. It’s also a … Continue reading →

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