Looking back at the past couple of posts, it would be easy to conclude that I’ve adapted completely to solo travel, and so I want to take a moment to confess otherwise. This is hard. The contrast is more pronounced now because I’m done with one tour and waiting for another – tour mates really […]
Engineering feats of Prehistoric Man and the two guys in my Ronda hotel room
One thing that must be hard for any of you that read this for travel information is that your world of knowledge is limited to what I feel like writing about. You’re all going to come away with very little knowledge of Granada, even though I admit it’s a major stop on any tour of […]
A birder’s guide to the architectural delights of Úbeda
Touring Spain with my new Rick Steves’ friends has made me realize that, in addition to architecture, whales, and stained glass, there’s probably no harm in being a birder as well. As we gain details of Spanish culture, my tour mates are also patiently teaching me the fine art of birding. So far, my birding […]
Made in Spain: The Chinese Terracotta Soldiers of Malaga and the Greco-Roman Patios of Cordoba
Any time I have posted during the past 2 years – I have done so with trepidation about revealing the cancer journey that Ron and I took. And each time I have shared a part of this story, I have received an incredible number of emails, text messages, and blog comments – from both friends […]
Travels with Valerie 