Remembering my adventures
FEBRUARY 2, 2026 I am covering two sites into one because the Ancient City had a replica of the Sanctuary of Truth, which we saw a couple of days later. The Ancient City is the world's largest outdoor museum. It is privately owned and was established in 1972. It covers 200 acres (320 hectares), in... Continue Reading →
JANUARY 20 - 26, 2026 We have gotten lazy (or smart) regarding transportation from the airport to our accommodation. On this trip, it has been cheaper to stay in hotels rather than Airbnb. When I make a reservation through Booking.com it gives me the option to book a taxi waiting at the airport and take... Continue Reading →
2009 December ----- 2 December 2009 First of all, we are here, we are fine, and the weather is nice. Our journey was not without a hitch, however. Irene's backpack didn't quite make it. It got left in Vancouver. We filed a missing baggage claim and were assured that it would arrive on the next flight,... Continue Reading →
An Old Lady with a Backpack 