The Historic city of Queretaro, Mexico is a paradise, filled with all the sights, sounds, tastes, and smells you could hope for.
Author Archive | Ron Elledge
Nob Hill Street Art and Murals
Take a walk with me along Central Avenue in the Nob Hill district of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Central Ave is the historic Route 66 highway. We will view a few of the extraordinary pieces of street art sprayed on the buildings of Nob Hill.
One Day — 5 Whitewashed Spanish Hill Towns
Whitewashed Spanish hill towns are light, they are bright, they are historic, they are the world-famous hill towns of the Andalusía Region of southern Spain. With their gleaming white-washed homes and businesses, noteworthy churches, ruins, and narrow streets leading to delightful shops, restaurants, and museums, they make a day trip by car a highlight for […]
3 Favorite Hill Towns of Tuscany
Strolling the streets and passageways of our favorite hill towns of Tuscany gives one the sense of historic wonder and present-day commercialism at the same time. It is an astounding feeling to realize that you are standing on cobblestone streets that were chiseled out and carefully placed by workers centuries ago while peering in windows […]
The Medici Chapel in San Lorenzo Basilica, a Florence Must-Visit
For a Florence must-visit, the Medici Chapel located in the Basilica of San Lorenzo is top of the list. Florence, Italy is known as the “cradle of the Renaissance” and home to one of the best-known duomos in the world, the Basilica of Santa Maria del Fiore, or Florence Cathedral. The dome of the Cathedral […]
Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad – I Think I Can
All aboard the historic Cumbres and Toltec Scenic Railroad! I think I can, I think I can, I think I can, seemed to be the chant of the 1925 steam engine as it billowed out black and white smoke. Soot filtered through the air landing on anything in its way. Welcome to the colorful journey […]
Phoenix Arizona a World Class City
New York City fills its visitors with awe, its soaring buildings and striking land marks make it one of the top echelon cities in the world. Chicago is a hive of activity, a center of business and is one of America’s most photographed cities. Boston is the city of firsts, steeped in the history of […]
Italy: Learning to Cook Slowly in Umbria
Several years ago, Shelli and I became acquainted with Walks of Italy, one of the premier tour companies available today. We have toured with them many times throughout Europe, and have always found them to be professional, knowledgeable, and fun. Last year, Loredana from Walks introduced us to the Pineli family, and Fontanaro Organic Farms, in […]
A Beautiful Photographic Tuscany Tour with Walks of Italy
Shelli and I just returned from a wonderful trip to Paris and the Umbria and Tuscany areas of Italy. We slow cooked at Il Fontanaro, and had a wonderful Tuscany Tour with Walks of Italy. Mark Twain said: “Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely…” We […]
The Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore
What do drinking games, dancing young people, and Pope Francis have in common? The Basilica of Santa Maria Maggiore in Rome, Italy. When we visit Rome our go to hotel is the Mecenata Palace Hotel which is located atop Esquiline Hill. The hotel is directly across the street from the Basilica, and our requested room […]
The Jungfrau Region and Hotel Edelweiss, a Swiss Adventure
Arresting mountains, an abundance of activities, and a wide range of hotel offerings make the Jungfrau Region of the Swiss Alps a must do for the world traveler. Here one can capture the vision of soaring Swiss Alps, the smell of fresh air and the enchanting sounds of cowbells and alphorns. Hotel Edelweiss is located in […]
Enchanted Pumpkin Garden – Carefree Arizona
Pumpkin in a hammock, pumpkin on a motor cycle, pumpkins playing golf, these are just a few of the highlights of the Enchanted Pumpkin Garden. This event is hosted by the town of Carefree, Arizona from October 16th through the 31st on the grounds of the Carefree Desert Gardens. Admission is FREE of charge. This inspired […]
Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta
We’re Back! Shelli and I just spent four days in Albuquerque, New Mexico for the 2015 Albuquerque International Balloon Fiesta. A double blessing for us, daughter and family are located there. I have attached the following video to give you a glimpse of the beauty and uniqueness of this event. For best results, view in Full […]
Cruising Historic Castles – Middle Rhine River
Cruising historic castles, vibrant scenery, comfortable lodging and mind-blowing excursions, all included as you float the Middle Rhine River through Germany. For the novice and seasoned traveler, we recommend the Historic Castles of the Middle Rhine River. A holiday you will remember. The video highlighted here, was captured on the Rhine Getaway which voyages between […]
Supermoon Lunar Eclipse 2015
The moon passed through Earth’s shadow on Sunday, Sept. 27, 2015. This total, supermoon lunar eclipse 2015 was dazzling. Although this incarnation of the moon comes around only once every year, this “supermoon” eclipse was something special. The orbit of the moon is not a circle but an oblong. At the narrow part of the oblong, […]
9 Beautiful Bridges of the World
Throughout the ages man has run into barriers and overcome them. Whether we walk, ride a bike, drive a car, bus, or motorcycle, water is a barrier that impedes our progress. Jesus may have walked on it, and Moses spread it, but most of us need a way to cross over it. I can’t tell […]
Historic Jerome Arizona – Haunted Jerome Grand Hotel
The archives record it as Historic Jerome, Arizona. However, people visiting from around the world speak of it as picturesque, distinctly western, fun, friendly and HAUNTED. Jerome is located at an elevation of 5,200 feet on the side of Cleopatra Hill, a portion the east rim of Verde Valley. It occupies a prominent status on […]
A Walk in Historic Old Town Cottonwood, Arizona
Looking for Historic buildings and businesses . . . quaint shops and diners . . . top-shelf wineries on both sides of the street . . . all are yours to enjoy in a two block stroll on Main Street in Historic Old Town Cottonwood, Arizona. With its mild climate, friendly people and wide variety of […]
Pope Visits Santa Maria Maggiore Basilica viewed from Mecenata Palace Hotel
Rome, Italy is best seen from a base camp located in an interesting area of the city. Our favorite hotel offers just that. With its convenient location five blocks from Roma Termini railway station, the Mecenate Palace Hotel at Via Carlo Alberto, 3, is the place we like to headquarter. This year we found that […]
The Corrales NM Backyard
Corrales, NM, is located on the north central edge of Albuquerque, New Mexico. Corrales is home to my daughter, son-in-law and two kids who reside on a hillside in the middle of a critter collection with spacious views. If you look to the north and east you have an unimpeded view of the Sandia Mountains […]