May 30, 2019
1. After NYC, Paris, Rome and Los Angeles (3 times), we wanted to take a different track this year. We decided on Halifax and the rest of Nova Scotia. Bill had been there once, to give training, so saw the insides of the hotel room, the course location and one restaurant (he went there the […]
May 10, 2018
Another Trip to Los Angeles – 3rd Time a Charm Our 2nd Trip to LA Our Trip to Rome Our Trip to Los Angeles Our Trip to Paris Our Trip to New York
April 13, 2018
LA – The third time is a charm. 1. Well, we are back in LA. A number of circumstances came into play, so we took the route of least resistance, and decided on Los Angeles once again. 2. We are trying an experiment. Can one live in LA without a car. Uber and public transport […]
April 15, 2017
1. We are back in La La Land. After much discussion, we decided that we wanted to go somewhere where we could relax a little more and chill out. An expensive chill out!! 2. This blog should not be as active as previous ones, as we HOPE to take some days off, maybe even sit […]
February 2, 2016
1. The choice of cities for 2016 is Rome. Arrivederci Ottawa, Ciao Roma!!!! We are already taking Italian lessons and trip begins April 9, so once again, stay tuned for news. 2. Five days days to go and having our last Italian lesson this evening. Not sure we can speak or understand any Italian but […]
March 30, 2015
1. The city of choice this year – Los Angeles. To quote that noted philosopher Jed Clampett “land of swimming pools, movie stars” The trip begins April 14, so stay tuned. 2. Everyone but everyone is always on their cell phone, all the time, in LA. 3. Everyone drives in LA, asked any number of […]
April 8, 2014
General 1. Paris is indeed, the City of Light! 2. We live in a wonderful neighborhood. The bakery for picking-up our morning baguette is 30 sec away and at night it turns into restaurants central. 3. The weather has been perfect for walking, slightly cool in morning, slightly warm in afternoon, 3. For 2 people […]
May 25, 2013
Our Month in New York General 1. New York is incredible. Have already discussed if we will do the same next year! 2. Many of our activities have been governed by the weather. Was chilly the first 10 days, with some rain! 2. The easy life with no rush because we are here for month, […]