Visiting a shopping area with colonial Spanish architecture, we were surprised to find a French pastry shop and café, complete with an excellent espresso menu. The outside may have looked Spanish, just right here in the greater Indio area, but … Continue reading →
Getting away to Mexico with its balmy climate and beautiful beaches—mmm! An absolutely delicious thought during the cold winter days in the USA or Canada. Over Christmas vacation, it sounded perfect, yet we wondered about the travel time to Mexico…until … Continue reading →
What can possibly be said about Stonehenge that has not already been said? No doubt stories and experiences have been passed on for more than 3000 years. We had read many of them before we left and decided to visit … Continue reading →
A must-visit for Americans, the Mayflower Pub is said to be the oldest pub on the Thames. Once they learned that we were from the States, several Londoners recommended that we visit it.
Continue reading →The Horse Guards Parade is well worth visiting. Located in Central London facing St. James Park, it was formerly the site of jousting and tournaments during the reign of Henry VIII. Plan to watch the Changing of the Guard and … Continue reading →
Comfortable walking shoes–check, layered clothing—check, hat offering protection from sun—check, extra battery and chip for digital camera—check, download Kew’s mobile app–check. We are ready for a full day at London’s beautiful Royal Botanic Gardens located in Kew. We did not … Continue reading →
