Distractions

Distractions – Southern California – Who Knew??

By Judy OK, so here's the thing, for all my world travels, the only time I had ever really been to Southern California was when I was around 8 years old. My aunt and uncle lived in San Diego and we went for a visit. My parents took my sisters and I to Disneyland for… Continue reading Distractions – Southern California – Who Knew??

Musings

A Groupalicious WARNING!

By Judy Even though I had the best of intentions about posting regularly, time and travel planning got the better of me and I let the blog slip. I guess I’m not alone as (from what I’m told) most bloggers do the same thing. But … at least I’m back. You missed out on a… Continue reading A Groupalicious WARNING!

Musings

To Pack or Not to Pack

Several of you have asked for more details about not packing and taking an empty suitcase. Here's what we did: First, you have to know that when I was younger I lived in Germany and Italy so I know a little about shopping in Europe and I appreciate how the clothes there fit my body.… Continue reading To Pack or Not to Pack

26 Years - The World A to Z

K is for Krakow – A Christmas Wonderland

Here we are in Poland! It's a little unnerving for this Cold War veteran to be in a former Eastern Bloc country ... but not my first time. Nonetheless, everytime I find myself in a country that was once part of the Soviet Union I feel a little nervous. That said, the Krakowians are delightful.… Continue reading K is for Krakow – A Christmas Wonderland

26 Years - The World A to Z, Musings

The Trip Countdown

Less than a week to go and all I can think about is our upcoming vacation. "K" is for Krakow. I guess I should fill in the blanks for you. This is year 11 on a 26-year plan to see the world. I started with "A" and am working through the alphabet one letter a… Continue reading The Trip Countdown

Musings

Getting Ready – Neverending Lists

I am a list maker. It's somewhere between habit and obsession. Weeks before I leave on a trip I start writing lists ... Things to remember to pack; things to remember to do before I go; things to do when I'm at my destination. The trip I am getting ready to take with my guy… Continue reading Getting Ready – Neverending Lists