…nt countries all over Europe and I was confident. I was no longer that shy computer nerd that chose to stay in rather than go out with friends, I didn’t shy away from talking to people and most of all I was happy just being ME. As I packed my gear to head back to Naples for my final day in Europe I was the most independent and content I […]
…the 488 meter length of the Western Wall is hidden by buildings people are free to come and pray at a small 57 meter section. The Western Wall’s significance is that it is the closest point to the foundation stone which is the holiest spot in Judaism. I was lucky enough to visit the Western Wall and tour underneath it while visiting Jerusalem recently. Whether you are Jewish or even […]
…is the perfect place to stop and enjoy the view if there is a parking spot free. Parking is limited to 5-6 spots at the lookout next to the small shop and a couple of others as you cross the top of the Caha mountains into Kerry. To find this amazing stretch of road you’ll need to head for the R574 which has turn offs near Adrigole in Cork and […]
…in Tallinn, Estonia I came across this interesting monument while out on a free walking tour. This is believed to be the site where the Dannebrog (Danish Flag) came to be. The story goes that the Danish were locked in battle and it was going badly, almost to the point where they had lost. But as they were about to give in a flag dropped from the skies. The King, […]
…depends on them. Not just any vodka but the good stuff you only keep in a freezer and brings your mouth and throat to life with joy and all that cutesy stuff. Thankfully my friend arrived from Germany before I could reproduce last nights drinking efforts and after a final drink it was lights out time. The next day I woke to no hangover and the realisation that my first […]
…The Bahai Gardens in Haifa are made up of nineteen terraces and dominate the northern slope of Mount Carmel. The center piece being the golden domed temple which serves as a shrine to the creator of the religion the Báb. The gardens are kept in stunning condition and well worth a visit if you get the chance. Oh and they are free to enter as well so you can’t lose….
