I love travelling and visiting new destinations with their unique cultures, including their history, food, architecture, and art. And of course it is fun to purchase products that encompass these unique attributes to take home. But trying to find something different from the trinkets mass-produced for tourists can be difficult. But it is worth pursuing.… Continue reading Artisan versus Mass-Produced
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Old World Christmas in Colmar, France
Destination Colmar, France. It’s an early Thursday morning at the Gare D’est train station in Paris. We are travelling to the town of Colmar, a small town east of Paris inthe Alsace-Lorraine region for a Christmas extravaganza in the little town Colmar, known for its wonderful Christmas decorations, markets, and famous people. Old World Charm… Continue reading Old World Christmas in Colmar, France
LES CHIEN (Dogs) IN PARIS
As a dog lover, I was curious about what dogs I would see when visiting Paris. I saw fewer than I expected but those I did I encountered in different locations, from promenading with their owners along the wonderful, walkable streets to riding comfortably in shoulder bags. Acording to Per Traveler: “Parisians love spending time… Continue reading LES CHIEN (Dogs) IN PARIS
Holidays and Full Kennels
Holidays can be difficult for managing your pets, especially when travelling.
Fresh Fish and Clams in the Maritimes
Travelling to the Maritimes means a great opportuinity for fresh fish. But besides eating out at restaurants, you can buy fresh fish from local grocery stores and coops to cook it up yourself. If you are little adventurous, you can catch it yourself. Did you ever try your hand at clamming? Fresh clams cant’s get… Continue reading Fresh Fish and Clams in the Maritimes