Lessons learned in (Santa Maria di) Leuca

Getting out of the water for women of all ages is, without fail, accompanied by bathing suit adjustment.  It is possible to reserve your preferred chaises at the Lido for your planned return the next day. Just ask.  There’s a fairly constant breeze moving the air about. It doesn’t carry the scent of the water … Continue reading Lessons learned in (Santa Maria di) Leuca

Lovely Leuca

After three nights in Polignano, it was time for our next stop - Santa Maria di Leuca. This seaside town is at the very bottom of Italy’s heel and attracted my attention with its location which is precisely where the Ionian and Adriatic seas meet. For future reference - any place which offers the chance … Continue reading Lovely Leuca

3 fantastic days on the outer Cape

As I sat on the deck on only the second Monday of my summer break, I was feeling kind of astounded by how much I’ve done already…I worked a couple of nights at The Aviary, drove to Wellfleet where I enjoyed 3 full days of activity, spent the day poolside at Victoria Pool as the … Continue reading 3 fantastic days on the outer Cape

Road trip to Great Barrington to a monument and a landmark

Last Sunday, feeling the need for a girls day, a friend and I drove over to Massachusetts to do a little holiday weekend shopping at a favorite dispensary and take a hike. Although the weather was not quite what had been promised, we still had a great afternoon and I can finally say that I’ve … Continue reading Road trip to Great Barrington to a monument and a landmark

Easter Weekend in the Black Forest with a Roman, a couple of Spaniards and a mess of Germans

Although I may have the felt the absence of my uncle each day I was in Germany, I was at no loss for companionship. My steady travel companion of recent years, N, was beside me for all of the trip, early morning walks notwithstanding. In addition to his company, the timing of our trip proved … Continue reading Easter Weekend in the Black Forest with a Roman, a couple of Spaniards and a mess of Germans