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

Reporting live from Cordoba, Spain

Yesterday was an adventure! I’m becoming somewhat proficient with monitoring the weather radar, but not perfect. I saw that the rain was going to let up for a bit, so I hurried out the door to cross the Roman Bridge … Continue reading

Mosque-Cathedral Monumental Site of Córdoba and other highlights

Today, I walked about 4.5 miles exploring Cordoba. My first stop was the Mosque-Cathedral Monumental Site of Córdoba. It’s larger than I expected, and very beautiful! I also stopped in the Museo Julio Romero de Torres and the Museum of … Continue reading

2025 in Review

2025 began with a month-long trip to Puerto Rico! I spent a couple of weeks on the West Coast near Rincon, a week in Fajardo, a few nights in the mountains, and a week in Old San Juan. I got … Continue reading

Exploring Old Town San Diego, Little Italy, Coronado Beach and Mt. Helix Park

I set off early yesterday morning to explore San Diego. I’ve only been here once before — 18 years ago for a couple of days. My first stop was Old Town San Diego. I prepare my walking routes ahead of … Continue reading

Dental tourism from San Diego to Tecate, Mexico

Sunday, I flew non-stop from Denver to San Diego for dental tourism in Mexico. My flight was delayed three times, and left 2 and 1/2 hours late. Luckily I monitored it from home and didn’t have to spend that time … Continue reading