• 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…

  • General,  Travel

    10 Tips for Solo Adventurers

     I am very fortunate and can say I have travelled to a few places on this globe but I still have a lot left on my bucket list. I am always looking for the best way to make my trip more organized, more fun and definately easier. Along the way I have picked up a few tips and I continue to refine my travel Mojo each time I am out for new adventure. I offer 10 of my best tips for fun travel. Tip#1 Need vs Want: Pack light and only take what you need. Comfort and versatility is the key. Try to pack for the things you will use for…

  • Earth,  Travel

    Switzerland’s St. Maurice, Mex and Me, the Mountain Goat

    Right now I’m sitting in the mountains above San Maurice 1.5 hrs outside Geneva on the opposite side of the lake, it’s beautiful but it was dreadful steep to get here. I had my full back pack carrying needed items and any food items I will need leaving non needed items behind in my friends car. I’m proud of myself for getting here but I’m having some strange moods here also. First let me say that I loved this mountain and I loved the opportunity to see it up close. I would not change anything because I enjoyed every minute and would do it again if I have the chance.…

  • Culture,  Dance, Art, and Music,  Travel

    Salzburg, Austria

    How could I sum this amazing city in one word “su·per·ca·li·fra·gil·is·tic·ex·pi·a·li·do·cious” !!!! Yeah it was that good!  Made more famous for the film The Sound of Music, this amazing little city was one of the best places I have visited. Salzburg is definitely one of my favorite things.  Normally I would explore on my own but I decided to take the cheesiest tour I could find,  yes one that includes all the filming locations for the movie “The Sound of Music”.   Fun fact most of the city residents have never seen the movie. The tour did not disappoint, there was singing, and oooing and awwwwing in many languages.  This tour ends in the heart…