GROWN UP TRAVELER

Berlin celebrated the Fall of the Wall on November 9, 2019. That was just part of the story of that fateful year.

Don’t take Venice off your bucket list because of the horror stories of crazy crowds and new rules – visit in November instead.

A visit to Lublin and the former concentration camp Majdanek in Eastern Poland gives food for thought and reflection.

Six good options for day or weekend trips when visiting London - York, Chester, Betws-y-coed, Cambridge, Ely, and Tunbridge Wells.

The Highlands are a different side of Scotland – where the stark subtle beauty of the landscape is like nothing else.

Austria is welcoming, comfortable and above all, easy; like coming home to a home you would love to come home to.

For the quintessential Swiss experience, you can’t do better than visiting Lucerne and the Lauterbrunnen Valley.

Despite its recent problems, Greece is still a wonderful place to visit, and Santorini continues to be magical if you can flee the crowds

Istanbul is a city of 16 million people blending cultures with a diversity in language, religion and dress that is almost overwhelming.

Bulgaria has ancient history, an impressive record of religious tolerance, but is struggling with the transition from its Soviet history.

Berchtesgaden is more than Hitler's playground. This beautiful Bavarian village nestled in the Alps has served royalty and others for years

Everyone knows the amazing beauty of Norway – the fjords, the mountains, the tall people. But there is more, if you are willing to look.

The Lofoten Islands may be the perfect destination for either a physical challenge or a relaxing escape in an area of extraordinary beauty

Stunning but subtle, Finland is an excellent option if looking to escape the craziness, revel in physical beauty and meet contented people

Tallinn celebrates its medieval history but if you look beyond the tourist kitsch you find a fascinating story of survival and perseverance

If you are looking for a clean, historical, charming town with great history, an exuberant café life, and reasonable prices, Riga is it.

As the winter drags on, one's mind can't help but turn to thinking of what else we might be doing, rather than lawyering away. Why not...

Turning 50 can be traumatic and has been the butt of many jokes regarding mid-life crises. As I approached that milestone a few years...