Author Archives: Tim and Joanne Joseph

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About Tim and Joanne Joseph

Hi and welcome! We are Tim and Joanne Joseph and we have just embarked on our latest adventure. We hope you will join us!

Shipboard Moments and a Cancelled Port

Posted on December 29, 2025 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

This cruise has had an abundance of “at sea” days. Originally we were scheduled to have five days from Los Angeles to Maui, four days in the Hawaiian Islands, and then five days from Kauai back to Ensenada, before finally … Continue reading →

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Memorial at Sea

Posted on December 28, 2025 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Have you ever contemplated having ashes of your loved one scattered at sea? Or wanted to somehow memorialize a parent or spouse? As we have reached a certain age, sadly loosing those near and dear to us is becoming part … Continue reading →

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Hilo, Hawaii ~ aka The Big Island

Posted on December 26, 2025 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

We finally arrived in the islands after five days at sea from Los Angeles. You would think we would be chomping at the bit to go ashore. Strangely, this was not the case. Instead we took advantage of an almost … Continue reading →

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Let’s Talk About Breakfast

Posted on December 17, 2025 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Anyone who knows me, understands my love of food and eating. I’ve never been shy about trying new dishes, in fact I welcome the opportunity to taste something I’ve never had before. That has led me to taste such diverse … Continue reading →

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Where Have We Been Hiding??

Posted on December 15, 2025 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Hello friends, I bet you thought Tim and I fell off the face of the earth 😁. Nope, we have simply been living our best life together, but have not done much traveling recently. Outside of a trip to Colorado … Continue reading →

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Chambord and Chartres: Discovering French Renaissance and Gothic Art

Posted on May 25, 2024 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

May 24th, 2024 Tim is still not feeling terrific, but well enough to continue on. We are both thankful that this is a relatively easy day. CHAMBORD A UNESCO World Heritage Site, constructed between 1519-1547, it originally served as a … Continue reading →

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Grateful Moments and Beautiful Photos from Chateau de Chenonceau | Travel Reflection May 2024

Posted on May 24, 2024 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

May 23, 2024 As I mentioned in my last post, Tim had a bug today and we decided to let him stay in the room, rest and hopefully feel much better within 24 hours when we pack up and head … Continue reading →

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Mont-Saint-Michel: A UNESCO World Heritage Site and Pilgrimage Destination

Posted on May 23, 2024 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

May 22, 2024 Mont-Saint-Michel is a small island located approximately a half mile off the NW coast of France in the Normandy region. At just 17 acres, it is home to a Benedictine Abbey with a current population that varies … Continue reading →

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Exploring Normandy: D-Day Landmarks and Culinary Delights

Posted on May 22, 2024 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

May 21, 2024 ~ Caen, France What a long day we had. Our breakfast this morning was a bit of a let down after the beautiful feasts we had enjoyed in Paris. This is not as much of a commentary … Continue reading →

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Exploring Claude Monet’s Home and Garden in Giverny, France

Posted on May 21, 2024 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

May 20th, 2024 – Traveled from Paris to Caen This was an early morning since bags had to be packed, tagged and outside of our room by 6:45. After another delicious breakfast, it was time to get on the bus … Continue reading →

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