The Mystery of Stonehenge

My friend David arrived in London where we spent time with his son and girlfriend.  Before leaving for Paris, we made plans to visit Stonehenge…

Bath, England: Ancient Rome’s Influence on the United Kingdom

Bath, England, was once an artists’ paradise where the likes of Jane Austen, the famous writer, made frequent visits as a child.  Today, visitors from…

A Rick Steves Tour of London, England

The train arrived on time at the Underground Terminal of Westminster Station.  Most everyone departed making their way onto the platform, riding escalators and taking…

Exploring World Civilizations at the British Museum

I was overwhelmed with excitement as I entered each of the rooms at the British Museum. I have never before seen so much history represented…

Exploring London and Paris through Gate 1 Travel

Booking a last minute trip to London and Paris through Gate 1 Travel, this vacation would include many first experiences for me.  l would finally…

Hocking Hills Winery in Athens, Ohio

After making several trips to Athens to visit my sister, I decided to stop by Hocking Hills Winery in Logan on my way home to…

John Rankin House: A Historical Safe Passage for Slaves

Many safe houses along the Ohio River provided a gateway to slaves that had escaped the south in pursuit of freedom.  Having recently visited the…

Strolling Through Windmill Island Gardens

Traveling to Holland, Michigan for the Tulip Time Festival, I scheduled time to visit Windmill Island Gardens with its fields of tulips and authentic Dutch…

Chateau Laroche, A Labor of Passion

My fairytale adventure began at the entrance of Chateau Laroche in Loveland, Ohio.  Locally known as Loveland Castle, this medieval mansion was an amazing labor…

Hundley Cellars, A Cozy Winery in Ohio’s Grand River Valley

An adorable cottage sits in the midst of northeast Ohio’s wine country.  With brown shingle siding, a stone fireplace, vaulted ceiling and hunter green roofing,…