2018
Exploring Cornwall’s Seacoast, in Summertime. Part One
Autumn 2018 Journeys towards Cornwall are not usually entertaining. When traveling by car from almost anywhere else in England, the drive will likely be tedious, and delay-prone: Britain’s motorways are becoming overwhelmed by ever-increasing volumes of passenger cars, white van men, lorries, coaches, and caravans. Or, assuming that England’s various rail operators aren’t indulging in … Continue reading »
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The Treasures of Tivoli, Italy. Part One: Explorations of the Archaeological Complex at Villa Adriana
Early 2018 Finally, Part One of a long-delayed but essential addendum to my article titled “My Recipe For a Stress-Free Week in Rome,” which I published several years ago [see link below]. My Recipe for a Stress-Free Week in Rome One of the keys for a happy week’s stay in Rome is to decompress by … Continue reading »
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