Get outside of the big cities and go explore some of the cutest towns in France. Here are the 9 most charming small towns in France.
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Norwich is my home city, join me on an insiders tour of what to see in Norwich. Discover the most complete medieval city in England.
One of the most prominent countries in Central Europe, Poland is filled with rich history, some dating as far back as the first century. A country often overlooked by travelers, Poland is home to countless historic structures, a vast Baltic shoreline, hills and lakes formed in or around the Pleistoc
This trip is designed to take you through some of the state's most amazing small towns without the planning headache.
When planning a vacation to Europe, some of the first destinations that come to mind will be the teeming cities of Paris in France, London in England or Berlin in Germany. Each of these metropolises is incredible, but they are far from all that Europe has to offer. By exploring some of the smaller t
The Best Things To Do in Strasbourg, France (with map!) to plan your unforgettable visit to this beautifully preserved, UNESCO site, city!
Rain am Lech is a small town with a few points of interest visited on this walking tour, including Dehner Flower Park and more.
Contrary to the highly urbane and terribly sophisticated image you may have of me, (yeah, right) I'm pretty much a small town homebody so navigating the big city of Seattle can be quite a harrowing experience for this simple hayseed. The traffic on the way was just fine but when I got to the convention center, today's destination, the parking garage was full so I parked in a nearby garage. In cities, these openings in the sides of buildings seem to magically appear with parking signs on them. I drove into the next such rabbit hole I found and as I went further and further up the levels of the parking structure the ceilings seemed to be getting shorter and shorter. I drive a small car but I was ducking in hopes of avoiding the ceiling when it would undoubtedly shave the top of the car off. The air in this particular structure was exceptionally stagnant and warm. The concrete surface beneath was smooth and shiny from so much wear while the walls and ceilings were all sprayed with white foam insulation which had turned dark gray from many years of accumulated exhaust. I've never actually had a panic attack before but the lack of parking on the first six floors along with the magically shrinking ceiling caused me to say calming things to myself. Did I take the wrong pill or go through an incorrect door? Wondering to which circle of hell I had been delivered I finally found parking on the seventh level. To help you visualize, I've included this map. I was able to locate elevators with a dearth of information as to locations of things like streets posted anywhere. Yes, a sensible person would assume that if he entered on level one, that would be where he would want to return on the elevator but there was a sign on level 3 about a hotel entrance and after surviving the parking ordeal, 'twas difficult to properly regulate one's thoughts. There was a woman, only a few years my senior who was also playing elevator games and looking as befuddled as I felt. It was incredibly nice not to feel so alone in my inability to figure out the labyrinthine complexity of Wonderland or Dante's Inferno whichever this was. Fortunately a very nice young woman, coffee in hand, saw us and taking pity said, "Oh, I'll help you folks." She pushed the right button, gave us a few directions and led us out into the light. Ah, fresh(ish) air and light. We beheld, once again, the sky. Now, someone of my age who takes a daily water pill, has just made a long hour's journey into night, battled his way, with the help of a coffee-bearing guardian angel, back into the light and walked to his final destination will most likely be looking for a restroom sign. Being unable to locate any such handy signage I decided that If I simply rode the escalators around for a while I'd eventually spot something resembling a mens room. Shortly after I began contemplating possible receptacles and visually scanning for dark corners, a restroom sign appeared. Was this a miracle like the elevator angel or simply a mirage? We'll hope that it was the former as if it were not, there's a puddle somewhere in the Seattle Convention Center. Whew! Parking, check, john trek, check. Now, If one buys a multi day pass online, (s)he cannot simply go to the ticket area and present said ticket. No my friends, technology has not yet advanced that far. Instead, (s)he must find will call which is far removed from the ticket counter and the entrance to the event, present the aforementioned pre-purchased and printed ticket and receive in exchange, a ticket printed on card stock. I've navigated airports in many large and even foreign cities with ease. Finding will call was not as difficult as the Montreal airport in the late seventies but is was a little confusing. Fortunately, the convention center and the event were so well staffed with wonderful, kind, and helpful folks that I eventually found it, got my new card stock ticket and headed into the show. Why would one do this to himself, you may ask? Well, for the joy of being amongst lots of other passionate gardeners, seeing amazing gardens and vendors, and experiencing inspiring presentations at The Northwest Flower and Garden Show, the second largest such show in the nation. Upon entering, one is transported to a magical place full of great ideas, people and plants! There is a skybridge that links two huge rooms containing the large show gardens and various vendors. The gardens in the Small Space Showcase on the skybridge are often among my favorites; maybe because of the abundance of natural light, maybe the smaller size makes them feel more like rooms that could be added to my own garden. We sometimes wonder about where other bloggers might be writing their posts. I visualize Ms. Danger working in this chartreuse and orange office by Ravenna Gardens called, "2013: A Plant Odessey." The theme of the show was "Gardens Go Hollywood" thus the movie references. Eliza Dolittle? Audrey Hepburn? "On the Street Where You Live" by Sunnyside Nursery These Fabulous metal pots by Steve Farris are truly drool worthy! The compostition was called "Spring" One enjoys a good clean double entendre! I'll get you my pretty and your little dog too! "Jurassic Park" by West Seattle Nursery got an award for best plant material. Love the tree ferns and cordylines! "Electro-cute"...Salvaged objects take charge by Artistic Garden concepts. The metal mesh planters on top with footed bowls of lighted glass balls made me want to run home and make some for my garden! Dean Tile created "The Emerald City" a fabulous mosaic "rug" graces the floor. A Nook Beneath the Eaves by Condina Ceramics Studio was eye catching! The repeated circle/oval motif, limited color palette, and whimsey make this very interesting and fun! Love this ceramic pavement idea but have a feeling that these need to be affixed to concrete to keep them from breaking under foot traffic. Remember, these are fantasy gardens. Codina Ceramics Studio also had a presence in the vendor area so that you can enjoy some of this light hearted fun in your own garden! Here's Leslie Codina the creator of all of this cool work! There are lots more wonderful gardens and ideas from the NWFGS to share in future posts. Happy garden show season everyone!
Chemainus is a small town of approximately 3900 and is located about 80 kilometers north of Victoria, BC. The drive itself up to the town is on the breathtaking Malahat Drive which passes through some amazing scenery.
Sweden- Land of the Midnight Sun Ok, so we're all finished with Thanksgiving and ready to hit our next destination. Grab your sweaters and warm mittens because we're off to Sweden! Now, I'm a little embarrassed to admit that all I know about Sweden I learned at IKEA. I'm pretty sure I could pick it out on the map (maybe) but I know I like their meatballs :) So here we go, let's learn something about Sweden!! First, let's find it on a map. It's located in Northern Europe on what is called the Scandinavian Peninsula. The capital, Stockholm, is in the southern part of the country, which is also the most populated part of the country. Stockholm's latitude and longitude are 59.33°N/18.07°E - did you find it? Was it where you thought it was? Sweden is the third largest country in Europe (after France and Spain) but still only about the size of California, and has less than 10 million people living in it. It is officially known as "The Kingdom of Sweden" and King Carl XVI has been ruling since 1973. King Carl XVI and his Queen Silvia don't have any real authority though, like Great Britain, the country is governed by the laws of the Democratic Parliament. They rule a country of well educated, peaceful people with some of the highest quality of life statistics. Must be the good food that makes them so happy :) This week we'll be making some of that good, simple food. Besides the good food, another thing Sweden has a lot of is Moose. There are supposed to be between 300,000 and 400,000 moose (mooses?) living in Sweden. For a country the size of California, and considering the size of a moose, that's A LOT! So expect a cute moose project. Some famous people have come out of Sweden, too. There's Alfred Nobel, the inventor of dynamite (1866) and the namesake of the Nobel Awards. So we'll be blowing up some stuff!!! Just kidding, that would be fun but I don't know where I'd get any dynamite (and there's the safety factor). So we're going back to my old childhood friend, Pippi Longstocking, a fictional character written by Astrid Lindgren. And lastly, because Sweden is known as "The Land of the Midnight Sun" we will do a little science project with light and dark - maybe learn shadow puppets?! It should be a fun week - we've already started our research with a little after-school trip to IKEA, Sweden's most famous store! Can't beat a plate of swedish meatballs for $3.99!!
Small towns in Australia are losing the industries they were originally built for. The Kurri Kurri murals are another way to keep their name on the map.
A complete cultural guide and two itineraries to explore the medieval and roman heart of this beautiful little town in Umbria, Italy. Everything you need to know to understand its history, info on what to see and to check in Spello.
Explore Victoria, Australia: picturesque towns, rich history, Great Ocean Road adventures, lush Otway Rainforest, waterfalls, and diverse wildlife.
The capital city of Amsterdam is a must-see for any visitor to the Netherlands. It has fabulous art museums, the Anne Frank House and numerous canals. But Amsterdam is not Holland. To really get a feel for the country, you need to get out to the small towns in Holland. They’re charming, filled with
Here are 5 of the most idyllic small towns in Germany. Find out where to eat, stay and the top attractions in each village.
Small towns in Australia are losing the industries they were originally built for. The Kurri Kurri murals are another way to keep their name on the map.
Roebling is barely a blip on the map when it comes to tourism, but the mark it has left on the world is profound.
Here are 5 of the most idyllic small towns in Germany. Find out where to eat, stay and the top attractions in each village.
Kissamos or Kastelli Kissamou is a small town in West Crete, 43 kilometres from Chania. Map of Kissamos or Kastelli, go to kissamos from Chania or Heraklion
Europe has so many amazing capitals and large cities, offering the most iconic places to visit on the Old Continent from Paris, London, Barcelona to Rome - the list is endless. Besides the most popular destinations, there are plenty of charming little towns all over the continent that are worth…
This small town in the Netherlands has no roads but instead, miles of canals and over 100 bridges.
In Lower Saxony you can find the city Celle. An interesting place for architecture. From medieval houses to modern Bauhaus. Discover it here!
The North American cannabis industry is expected to be worth $47B by 2027. Here are the basics around the anatomy of a cannabis plant, and how they are grown.
Romantic rural landscape in sunny day in Italy with small town, meadows, fields and mountains in the background. Handmade drawing vector illustration. Flat design. Poster in the Art Deco style.
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Physical map of Idaho showing major cities, terrain, national parks, rivers, and surrounding countries with international borders and outline maps. Key facts about Idaho.
The Somme is the location of the most famous First World War battlefield for the British - the 1st of July 1916. It is quite rural with one small town (Albert) and great to visit for the Great War battlefield tourist. It is also fantastic walking country.
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Portugal is home to many welcoming small towns such as Tavira, Monsanto, Monsaraz, Belmonte, Evora, Óbidos, Azenhas do Mar, Cacela Velha, and Marvão.
How safe is small town America? This map reveals the safest cities in the U.S. in terms of the total crime rate per every 1,000 residents.
Here are 5 of the most idyllic small towns in Germany. Find out where to eat, stay and the top attractions in each village.
Discover Côte d’Azur on one of the finest scenic routes in France. With its picturesque small towns and a dream-like ...
Een roadtrip door de Schotse Hooglanden. Ik neem je mee langs de mooiste route door de Hooglanden van Schotland van Inveraray tot Mallaig.
Looking to visit small towns in Ireland? Look no further as we explain the best Irish towns you have to visit before you leave Ireland!
Here are 5 of the most idyllic small towns in Germany. Find out where to eat, stay and the top attractions in each village.
Discover Italy's elaborate mosaics, impressive basilicas, and delicious sandwiches with this one day in Ravenna itinerary.
