Tag Archives: Omaha Beach

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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France ~ Normandy Beaches revisited

Posted on July 22, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Wednesday, July 22 ~ Normandy Beaches, Northern France We have experienced unrest a couple of times on our travels including protests in Thailand and a rally in Ireland. In case you have not seen it in the news, the farmers … Continue reading →

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Memorial Day remembrance from Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery, France

Posted on May 25, 2015 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Last year we visited Omaha Beach and the American Cemetery in France coinciding with the 70th anniversary of the D-Day landing. We were humbled, thankful, teary eyed and deeply saddened all at the same time. I thought it only fitting … Continue reading →

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Normandy Beaches, American Cemetery and Memorial, Bayeux France

Posted on September 3, 2014 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Monday September 1st ~ Le Havre, France and the beaches of Normandy Northwestern France is beautiful. Quaint villages, brilliant long sandy beaches, bright colorful flowers and a fertile landscape. After our ship landed in Le Havre, most of the tour groups … Continue reading →

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