A little Paris street photography
Did you know that street photography has roots in early 20th century Paris? It’s still a great place for people watching, as I found out on a recent walk in the city. [...]
Window Shopping in Paris
Window shopping is a favorite Parisian pastime, and it costs you nothing but your time. Wander the streets, and take in the beauty of the vintage antique shops, macaroon [...]
Alki Beach in the sunshine
Seattle has more than 400 parks and open areas within the city limits. That makes it easy to be close to nature here, and you’re never very far from a body of water, [...]
Two favorite European budget hotels
Airbnb is a great way to feel like a local in a new city, but a good room in a great location can often be as expensive as a mid-range hotel. Hostels are cheap, but they [...]
Cherry Blossom Days in Seattle
Cherry blossoms are a sure sign that Spring is near. The delicate blooms reach their peak in mid-March, here in Seattle, and they appear for only a week or two – [...]
The Arctic Club, Seattle
One of the great things about traveling in Europe is that you get to be around so much beautiful, well-preserved architecture. In the States, most of our vintage buildings [...]
A Visit to Markethall IX, Berlin
My favorite cities all have their own must-see food markets – the places where locals and visitors alike go to check out the latest food trends and shop for artisan [...]
Door knobs as works of art?
If you walk around in many European cities and study the architecture, you’ll notice some surprising details that serve both a functional and an artistic purpose. A [...]
Planes, Trains, Bikes and Trams
How do you usually get around? When you’re home, especially if you live in the states, it’s probably by car, bus, or if you’re lucky – a bike. [...]
Trumer Pils – Where Berkeley meets Salzburg
Where do you find a great Austrian beer on the West Coast? Head over to Trumer Brauerei in Berkeley, which, in partnership with their sister brewery in Austria, has been [...]
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