My time in Seville is shorter than it usually is in any given destination. I have had to choose between seeing some amazing things on this first visit. I knew about this place before I arrived and actually purchased my tickets weeks ago. Dive into the Royal Alcazar of Seville with me and have an …
Botanical Bali, How Beautiful the Flowers Are
I haven’t had the best time in Bali to be honest. The over-tourism, congestion, traffic, unsanitary conditions, amount of bugs and unexpected unpleasantness has been more than any other place I have visited. However, one thing that always brightens my day, and stay, is the vegetation. Botanical Bali, how beautiful the flowers are, bringing joy …
The Exquisite Geisha & Maiko of Gion Kyoto
A long time ago, I read ‘Memoirs of a Geisha’ by Arthur Golden. It is an historical fiction novel, perhaps my favourite genre, and moved me so deeply. I never thought I would ever have the opportunity to see a geisha in person. Whilst visiting Kyoto, I did. The exquisite geisha & maiko of Gion …
Stunning Crypt Beneath the Duomo
Yesterday I wrote about the Cathedral of St. Matthew here in Salerno. It is indeed a beautiful building from the 11th century. What is an even greater treasure to the city though, is the stunning crypt beneath the Duomo. For here lies the relics of one of the 12 apostles, Saint Matthew. Oh how I …