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The Treasures of Tivoli, Italy. Part One: Explorations of the Archaeological Complex at Villa Adriana

Posted on February 18, 2018 by Nan Quick

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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The Great Canopy of London’s Skies;Getting Older in Greenwich;& Garden-Strolling at Hampton Court Palace

Posted on December 17, 2012 by Nan Quick

September 25th, 2012. London, England. Over the course of my six recent Diaries for Armchair Travelers, I’ve paid much attention to the landscapes I explored during my month-long journey. But now, as I complete this series of articles, I find myself remembering the skies of London even more vividly than I can recall the admittedly … Continue reading »

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Contemplating the Genius of Place & The Places of Geniuses: Liverpool,Ruins at Great Witley,Chawton

Posted on November 27, 2012 by Nan Quick

September 20th, 2012. Liverpool, England. I was still ailing in body but was otherwise feeling quite exuberant, due to my pleasure at being able to spend time with my British friends Anne and David Guy, and Janet Hardwick. (Note: Once again, the photos that Anne took, and which she generously allows me to include here, … Continue reading »

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