February 11, 2012

United Kingdom is More than England

Westminster Abbey in London

The couple sitting at the table next to me were engaged in a lively conversation and I couldn’t help but notice their delightful British accent.  As travelers often do, we struck up a conversation, asking one another where we were from and how we were enjoying our travels. The couple indicated that they were from [...]

Photo Friday: White Plumage on Isola Madre

A white peacock struts his stuff for the camera

Isola Madre, the largest of the Borromeo Islands in Lake Maggiore, may not be as visited as nearby (and showy) Isola Bella, but I thought the villa and surrounding gardens were quite beautiful. The villa is full of art and other historical pieces that belonged to the family, and a half hour walk through will [...]