Antequera, Spain…an ancient hilltop hideaway

Antequera is a wonderful day trip from either Cordoba or Malaga by bus or train. It’s the location of important ancient burial mounds and a Moorish fortress. The bus brings you directly into town, whereas the train station is located … Continue reading

Game of Thrones – Castillo de Almodóvar del Río, Cordoba, Spain

It’s been raining incessantly here in Andalusia and I’ve been itching to take a day trip. I saw there would be a break from the rain yesterday, so I took a 30 min. bus from Cordoba to visit the Castillo … Continue reading

Bodega Mezquita Ribera Restaurant in Cordoba, Spain

Yesterday, it didn’t rain until late evening and the Roman bridge has been reopened. I had an early dinner and went to Bodega Mezquita Ribera Restaurant. I had sangria, the Mazamorra Cordobesa la Antepasada Blanca del Salmorejo (a cold almond … Continue reading

The New York State Capitol in Albany

Most of my plans were messed up yesterday.  I drove from Saratoga Springs to Albany to check out the architecture at the New York State Capitol building. I had picked out my parking place ahead of time, but it’s very … Continue reading

Lake George, Saratoga Spa State Park and Congress Park, Saratoga Springs, New York

Yesterday I drove from Lake Placid to Lake George, New York. It was lovely, I was pleasantly surprised! That’s what I love about travel, not knowing what to expect and when you arrive somewhere, finding beauty all around. My next … Continue reading

Exploring Saranac Chain of Lakes, Mirror Lake, and Lake Placid

Yesterday I drove from Hartford, Vermont to the town of Lake Saranac.  The drive through Vermont was exceptionally lovely! I took back roads and really love Vermont.  After my deep dive research, I decided to drive an extra hour and … Continue reading

Quechee Gorge Trail, covered bridges in Woodstock, Vermont and Hanover River Trail in Hanover, New Hampshire

Yesterday morning, I got an early start as usual. My first stop was the Quechee Gorge Trail. I was the only one on it. It’s an easy trail. My plan was to visit three covered Bridges and the Marsh – … Continue reading

Martha’s Vineyard

Yesterday, I took the 7:15am – 45 minute ferry from Woods Hole Terminal, Falmouth, MA to Vineyard Haven, Martha’s Vineyard. I had reserved an E-Bike, but canceled it a week ago because their cancellation policy would only refund 50% if … Continue reading

Exploring Cape Cod, Massachusetts

Yesterday’s agenda was exploring Cape Cod. I left my lodging in P-Town and drove to Nauset Lighthouse. I really like this one… I was expecting the Sandwich, Massachusetts Boardwalk to be like the ones at the beach. The Dexter Grist … Continue reading

Exploring Provincetown, Massachusetts by Bike and Foot

Yesterday morning, after having a nice breakfast provided by my lodging, I walked a few minutes to a bicycle shop and rented an e-bike. There’s a 10 mile bike path (when you include some connector trails) here in P-Town called … Continue reading

Breakers Mansion, Cliff Walk, and Ocean Drive, Newport, Rhode Island

Yesterday was a full day! I’m staying three nights in Provincetown, Massachusetts, but went sight-seeing on the way. My first stop was the Vanderbilt Breakers Mansion in Newport, Rhode Island.  The mansion is huge, but I’ve seen grander places. I’m … Continue reading

Cycling on Block Island, Rhode Island

Yesterday, I took the 9:00am Block Island Ferry from Point Judith, Narragansett, RI to Block Island, arriving at 10:00am. Before leaving, I snapped a pic from the ferry. The water was a beautiful Cobalt blue! I walked a few minutes to … Continue reading

Hiking at East Rock Park, New Haven, Connecticut and exploring Mystic

Yesterday morning I drove from my Airbnb in New York to New Haven, Connecticut. I hiked a 2.5 mile trail at East Rock Park to a spot with a view. I walked around Yale’s Haven Green. Next, I explored Mystic. … Continue reading