Thoughts, experiences and adventures from a resident of DelSo aka Delaware Avenue South in Albany, N.Y.
Picking up where I left off in Part I, it’s now time to start filling in some more details. One thing I’ve learned with experience is that it’s worth taking the time to do a bit of research before committing to specific dates and destinations. For instance, while it may make the most sense in … Continue reading Tripping, Part II
One thing I will never have false modesty over is my ability to plan a trip. What can I say? I'm just really good at it. This skill is one that I never would have anticipated developing back in the days when I relied upon a travel agent to book my simple flight from NYC … Continue reading Tripping – Part I
As I sit on the terrace listening to the sounds of the morning, the restaurant where we dined looming down from the hill above, last night’s dining experience seems like a technicolor dream. I honestly don’t know quite where to start… First, let me tell you about where we’re staying. Our home for four nights … Continue reading Baccanali Neptunus
Monday afternoon my solo trip comes to an end. While I’m completely excited by the thought of being reunited with my love, I’m equally thrilled to know that I can travel solo and independently with complete contentment for close to two weeks. Can you? The time I have spent alone in Italy has been unforgettable. … Continue reading Viaggio in solitaria
In many ways my current trip is a means of revisiting the past. Not because I want to return to those days. No, that isn’t it all. Instead it’s a way for me to actually do justice to places I once only had a chance to briefly visit. As was the case for many things … Continue reading Ghosts of Lerici
As my Italy departure date draws closer, I’ve been filling in the days of my trip (conservatively) with activities. I am not a traveler who feels the need to allocate every moment to an organized tour or event much preferring to select an item or two for each destination. For me, traveling is about being … Continue reading Have you ever been experienced?
As my departure date has grown closer, the time finally arrived for me to complete a number of chores prior to heading to Ireland. Tuesday was the day for me to get a much needed pedicure, wash a final load of laundry, pack my suitcase and squeeze in a yoga class. I like to pace … Continue reading The $145 bargain mani-pedi
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