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A Night of Live Jazz in Prague

Clint R — Tue, 25 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Before arriving in Prague, we expected to witness grand old cathedrals, explore historical public squares, and enjoy some classic Czech cuisine. The city didn’t disappoint on any of these fronts; but we were pleasantly surprised to discover much much more. One aspect of the city we weren’t anticipating was a heavy focus on live music, […]

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Explorations of Prague – Video Edition

Clint R — Thu, 20 Jul 2023 13:41:39 +0000

Without a doubt, Prague is one of the most beautiful cities in Europe – if not the entire world. From amazing architecture and grand cathedrals, to massive public squares, to picturesque canals and urban green spaces (complete with river wildlife!) you’ll never stop uncovering gems on any visit to Prague. As such, it was hard […]

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The Many Vistas of Prague

Clint R — Tue, 11 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Before our visit to Prague – the first stop after leaving Germany – we’d heard high praise of the city’s beauty. However, on arrival we realized we weren’t really fully prepared for the sight. Prague is, without a doubt, one of the most beautiful cities in the world. The city has been historically significant since […]

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Exploring the Medieval City of Nürnburg

Clint R — Thu, 06 Jul 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Today Nürnburg is most well-known for its history under the Nazi regime (and the so-named trials after WWII; however the city has a long and extensive history dating back to the 11th century. The city is spread out with over 500k inhabitants these days, but the “Old Town” in the center is still full of […]

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Würzburg am Main – A Day Trip to Franconia

Clint R — Sun, 02 Jul 2023 01:00:00 +0000

Würzburg am Main is located in Franconia (a.k.a. northern Bavaria, but don’t let them catch you calling them Bavarian) spanning the banks of the Main river. The city’s settlement dates back to the Bronze age, and once housed a Roman fort. While visiting family in Wertheim and the surrounding region, we took a day trip […]

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Hohenzollern Castle – Checking Out the Prussian Emperor’s House

Clint R — Tue, 27 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Hohenzollern Castle is – as the name implies – a castle located on top of Hohenzollern mountain. It is also the ancestral seat of the imperial House of Hohenzollern. The castle covers the entire top of the mountain, looming large over the region. The current structure was completed in 1867 and is actually the 3rd […]

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A Visit to The Red Fort – Delhi, India

Clint R — Sat, 17 Jun 2023 13:00:00 +0000

Emperor Shah Jahan commissioned construction of the Red Fort in 1638, when he decided to move his empire’s capital from Agra to Delhi. Today, this gigantic complex (200+ acres enclosed by over 1.5 miles of wall) is on the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, and is one of the most popular tourist attractions in […]

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Touring the Sites of Jaipur – Amber Fort, City Palace, and More

Clint R — Tue, 13 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Finding your way around in India can be a bit overwhelming. While there are some “major” attractions to visit, everywhere you go will be full of spots vying for your visit. Beyond that, the roads can be difficult to navigate – not to mention absolutely packed with other drivers. Fortunately, it is not difficult at […]

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Hawa Mahal – Why They Call Jaipur the Pink City

Clint R — Sun, 11 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Continuing our journey around India’s Golden Triangle, we took a train ride from Agra to Jaipur. The train ride was scenic – though the safety standards aren’t exactly what you’ll find in the rest of the world. Don’t fall out! Jaipur is the capital city of Rajasthan in India, and – like the rest of […]

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Exploring Agra – The “Baby Taj” and Agra Fort

Clint R — Thu, 08 Jun 2023 12:00:00 +0000

Agra’s most famous landmark is, of course, the Taj Mahal – documented in our previous post. However, this is not all the city has to offer. The day after our visit to the Taj at dawn, we hired a tuk tuk driver to take us around to some other sites. First up was the Tomb […]

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