• General,  Travel

    Episode1: Where in the World (WITW)is IrieBabel ?

    Episode 1 of WITW is Iriebabel‘s next great adventure has begun. Can you guess where I am? Covid Isolation was tough and add 2 foot surgeries to that …I need a change of scenery. So I am off and running …well errrrrr…I really mean hobbling. With vaccination certificate… check, Passport…check, airline ticket…double double check here we go! Tune in to the next exciting episode for the big reveal and find out where I land. Will I land feet up or head down, or is that feet dow head up? 🤔 hmm let me think about that, in any case we will soon see. Must jet I have a car waiting,…

  • In My Backyard,  Roots,  Travel

    GatorLand and The World of Chocolate Museum Orlando, Florida

    Wondering what to do this summer? Now that the world is opening again and the memory of pandemic is slowly fading into the background you may be looking for some places to take the family with the kids just starting summer their holiday, There are many of the fun things things to do in Orlando, in my back yard and many of these businesses are again ready and eager to welcome you. Take a look here, I offer one inside activity and one outside, two fun ways to enjoy Florida. Both activities are good for children as well as adults and best of all you get to learn all about…

  • In My Back Yard,  In My Backyard,  Travel

    The Florida Keys and Key West Utopia

    The Florida Keys and Key West is one of the most popular places to visit and stay while visiting South Florida. The Florida Keys is just a 3 hour drive from Miami. Located at the southern most point of the USA, Key West is only 90 miles from Cuba and is one of the best places to view sunset. The Florida Keys and Key West is famous for the Key Lime pie, the famous seven mile bridge, the coral reef and snorkeling at Jonn Pennekamp state park , Mallory square and beautiful Sunsets, the southernmost point in USA, nightlife, food, The Sponge market and shell warehouse, beach life, relax life…

  • Travel

    Bergen and Western Norway

    What a beautiful and vibrant city. Bergen is undoubtedly one of my favorite cities. In my eyes Bergen is the jewel of western Norway. This city has everything from ancient Viking history, amazing food and gastronomy, sailing ships, hiking, sport, tourist shops, ancient churches and a surprise around every corner. No visit is complete without seeing the old town (Bryggen) and city center. You will be in love with the open market place in the centrum and the many things to do in and out of the city. Take a ferry boat to Rosendal, or catch the Hurtigruten cruise to explore the north country. Bergen is a must visit if…

  • Earth,  Travel

    Zermatt,Switzerland, the Matterhorn and the end of my trip

    Wow what a wonderful place. I don’t even have words to describe it..I did not think I would ever see it. After leaving Mex and the mountain I stayed in Saint Maurice but decided to see more by obtaining some information at the local tourist office and setting out by local train using a day pass. Such a beautiful country with amazing people and lovely mountains. The train rolled pass wine fields, small villages, flowing rivers and local people going bout their daily business. I arrived in Zermatt early in the day and treated by a few tour busses with eager Japanese, Chinese, Indians, and various other tourists from other…