The Historic city of Queretaro, Mexico is a paradise, filled with all the sights, sounds, tastes, and smells you could hope for.
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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.
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 […]
Amsterdam – Venice to the North
The fresh, cool sea breezes on our faces . . . the tinkling bell sounds warning pedestrians of oncoming bicycles . . . the buttery smell of waffles baking in the open-air markets. Welcome to Amsterdam – Venice to the North, one of the most diverse cities in the world. Amsterdam was our final destination […]
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 […]
Arizona Museums – Capital Museum and the Latest Exhibit at Wesley Bolin Plaza
Downtown Phoenix has a myriad of trendy places to eat, numerous, pscale hotels, sports venues, live theaters, a comedy club, Lucky Strike bowling alley, lots of retail shopping, and several great spas. Plus, let’s not forget that, during this time of year, there’s also the outdoor ice skating rink. This is a city that has […]