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ROMANIA – Dracula’s Castle, Peles Castle and Sinaia Monastery

Posted on October 4, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

DRACULA’S CASTLE When one thinks of Transylvania, you can’t help but imagine vampires, mystery, and tales of the unknown.  Most everyone has heard of Count Dracula.  I too was curious to check out the legendary castle.

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ROMANIA – Biertan, Sighisoara and Brasov

Posted on September 28, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

BIERTAN Biertan is home of the Fortified Church.  It is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and was the Evangelic Episcopal See for almost 300 years from 1572 – 1867.

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ROMANIA – Timisoara, Victory Square and Redbugs

Posted on September 24, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

After leaving a rainy Serbia, we were delighted to have the sun come out as we crossed the border into Romania. Located in Western Romania, we arrive in Timisoara with a population of just over 300, 000 people around mid-morning. Greeted … Continue reading →

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JUST BOOKED – 15 day India and Nepal tour

Posted on September 4, 2013 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

I am so excited!  India has been on my wish list for a long time.  I am hoping to get “THE shot” of the Taj Mahal.  You know, the one you see on all the travel brochures. This particular tour … Continue reading →

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