Monthly Archives: May 2012

A stunning Sorrento and it’s peninsula – Marilyn and Alf

Posted on May 31, 2012 by dralfoldman

We are about to leave Sorrento and its peninsula after three enjoyable days, heading South for the Amalfi Coast proper. When we left Umbria, it was raining heavily, and rain stayed with us until we were virtually in Sorrento. The … Continue reading →

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Sampling the delights of Umbria, Italy – Marilyn and Alf

Posted on May 28, 2012 by dralfoldman

For us, Umbria was a huge contrast to the neighbouring province of Tuscany which is known throughout the World for its art, architecture and red wine including Chianti.  Umbria boasts many beautiful famous  towns perched on the hillside including Perugia, Assisi, Todi … Continue reading →

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Four amazing days in Florence – Marilyn and Alf

Posted on May 26, 2012 by dralfoldman

For us, Florence will surely be one of the highlights of our “Taking the slow road to Cyprus” adventure. There are two key reasons why Florence, one of the World’s most beautiful cities’, attracts UNESCO millions of tourists annually – art and architecture. … Continue reading →

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Three delightful days in Venice – Marilyn and Alf

Posted on May 22, 2012 by dralfoldman

Today we leave Venice for Florence, after three delightful days. Our first day, we were talking to another couple on a ferry and received the following advice: You are going to be ripped-off in Venice anyway, so you might as well enjoy … Continue reading →

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Some of Marilyn and Alf’s best photos in Budapest, Hungary

Posted on May 22, 2012 by dralfoldman

Check out the link below for some of Marilyn & Alf’s best photos whilst visiting Budapest. Open the link and then choose Budapest on the right or if you prefer one of the other cities. Click on individual photos to enlarge … Continue reading →

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Definitely no more dumplings please!

Posted on May 20, 2012 by dralfoldman

In Zagreb, Croatia, we thought that we were eating Croatian pasta but the waiter described it as “home-made Croatian dumplings” – it was an accompaniment to some excellent beef. It’s interesting to observe that in Central Europe, the “dumpling belt” seems to wider than … Continue reading →

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Delightful two days in Zagreb, Croatia

Posted on May 19, 2012 by dralfoldman

Sadly, this morning we must say goodbye to Zagreb and drive to Venice, Italy. Last night Marilyn commented: I really like it here in Zagreb and definitely want to come back and see more of Croatia next time. We have had … Continue reading →

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Boxed in by three trams and a crowd – Zagreb, Croatia

Posted on May 18, 2012 by dralfoldman

The journey from Budapest to Zagreb, Croatia by car was pretty uneventful until we reached the  centre of Zagreb. Satnav got us out of Budapest onto the motorway/freeway quite easily. It was sunny but cold when we left Budapest at around ten in the morning. … Continue reading →

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On foot in Budapest

Posted on May 17, 2012 by dralfoldman

  Explore Budapest on foot to really get close to the city. Yesterday, we left our hotel, behind the Opera on Andrassy, and set out on foot for the Big Covered Market, near Freedom Bridge on the Danube. As we took short-cuts … Continue reading →

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Dining out in Budapest – Marilyn and Alf

Posted on May 16, 2012 by dralfoldman

We have been joking about being on the Schnitzel or Goulash trail for weeks but Budapest is really rather special. It is easy to find modern, trendy restaurants full of people of all ages enjoying themselves. Fresh produce is of high quality, … Continue reading →

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