More journeys ≫ 2014
Category: Place
At Oberg Mountain
This afternoon, walked a short section of the Superior Hiking Trail (at Oberg Mountain).
Our Castle in England
I’m back in Minneapolis from my travels, so it is a priority to plan future travels. Today I booked an entire English castle for 2016. It’s just a little castle, actually a gatehouse, it’s only for a week, and it costs about the same as two hotel rooms. I want to introduce my nephews…… Continue reading Our Castle in England
Free Slot Cars
Hi nephews. Istanbul Airport is cool: free slot cars, no need to use pocket money. Wish I could race with you.
Monastiraki Square
Standing in Monastiraki Square, backpack and cappuccino. In 22 hours: Hennepin Ave., Minneapolis, waiting for a bus.
My Personal Tour Guide
Today Rick Steves is my tour guide. He’ll stop talking whenever I want, and there’s no tipping
Athens Gasworks
Athens tourist, day 1 of 3. First port of call: Athens Gasworks. It operated 1857-1984, now preserved and repurposed.
Monasteries on Rocks
“It’s a good trail.” I could tell from the young woman’s hiking boots and glowing expression it would, indeed, be a good trail. I gratefully accepted the walking stick (tree limb) her companion was ready to discard as they left the trail. I clambered over rocks and headed away from the idling tour buses. A…… Continue reading Monasteries on Rocks
Monasteries on Rocks
Posted photos and observations of Meteora’s (Greece) monasteries perched high on rocks.
Time for Solitude
I’ve now hiked to all six Meteora monasteries. After that, I headed to the back country for solitude and good trails.