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Debbie Smyth
Venetian Reds
Red in the otherwise jet black gondola and red geraniums on the balcony above, make this a beautiful little piece of Venice. Linked to Ruby Tuesday.
Unexpectedly Orange!
You never know what to expect in a London pub. When London hosted the Olympics last year, the city was abuzz with visitors. I was surprised to spy some hefty […]
The Tourist Tube Map |wjlondon
For visits to any new city, it is always hard marrying the transport maps with the sights you want to see. Below is a tourist tube map for London, provided […]
Book versus Kindle
I will never be a Kindle convert. Yes, I understand the convenience, instantly download what you want, carry it with you easily, take umpteen books on holiday without a need […]
Masterpiece in the Born
One of my favourite places to sit in Barcelona is in the little square in front of Santa Maria del Mar in the Born. It is a massive, imposing building […]
Sitges Mural
This mural is on a hotel wall on the seafront in Sitges. It features the church of Sant Bartomeu and Santa Tecla of Sitges. Here is the real thing: Posted […]
Sweet Rickshaw
Getting around London is pretty easy so long as you are armed with a bus and tube map. An App that works off line is a boon. For a spot […]
Silent Sunday
One photo, no words, for Silent Sunday.
Paris Sky
Ed’s challenge this week calls for a photo that has been edited in some way, using photoshop or similar. The sky was so stunning in this photo, I decided to […]
Kenyan Reflections
I am continuing my African reminiscences, with these reflections from the David Sheldrick Wildlife Trust’s Elephant Orphanage. Related posts: Highlights of Nairobi An African Love Story Posted as part of Weekend […]