Tag Archives: vacation

About to Leave on Our Next Adventure

Posted on May 16, 2024 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

I have not even opened my WordPress App in quite some time, so I’m trying to sweep out the cobwebs and remember my way around. Hmmm, where is everything?? Booked on another Gate 1 trip, we will begin our adventure … Continue reading →

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Nuremberg, Germany ~ History, Art, Surprise Concert, Authentic Local Meal

Posted on July 9, 2023 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

July 1, 2023 This was our final morning on our beautiful Uniworld ship, the River Princess. We needed to be out of our cabin by 8:30 to allow time for the staff to clean and prepare the cabin for the … Continue reading →

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Rothenburg, Germany (Optional Tour, Highly Recommend)

Posted on July 3, 2023 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Thursday, June 29th ~ Afternoon One of the many things I love about river cruising is that most of the shore excursions are included in the price. This afternoon’s excursion to Rothenburg was the exception and it had a fee … Continue reading →

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Würzburg, Germany

Posted on June 28, 2023 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

June 28, 2023 We had our morning free which thankfully allowed me to get caught up and post yesterday’s blog.

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Miltenberg, Germany ~ Half-timbered Homes, Pretzel Pizza, 70’s Night

Posted on June 28, 2023 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

June 27, 3023 Resting on the left bank of the Main, Miltenberg is classically quaint with its fountained squares, farmland, biking and pedestrian paths, castles and one of Germany’s oldest inns. This town literally oozes charm.

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Southern California to Zurich, Switzerland

Posted on June 22, 2023 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

June 21-22, 2023 Bright and (very) early Wednesday morning we drove down the mountain to arrive at our traveling companions home in Orange County. I had ordered an Uber XL to accommodate us and our luggage. Everything went as planned … Continue reading →

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Top 10 Places Still On My Bucket List

Posted on May 31, 2021 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

Let me start out by saying I feel so fortunate and blessed that we have had the opportunity to see as much of this incredible planet as we have. I get overwhelmed sometimes when I think back on places we … Continue reading →

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Madu River Safari, Turtle Hatchery, Colombo

Posted on February 17, 2020 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

February 10th ~ Final day in Sri Lanka Our tour was rapidly coming to an end as very late this evening we would be heading to the airport for the long, long flights home. But first we have some final … Continue reading →

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The Stilt Fishermen of Weligama Bay and Galle Fort

Posted on February 16, 2020 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

February 9 ~ Weligama Bay, Sri Lanka Weligama Bay Weligama means Sandy Village. Colorful outriggers and fishing boats can be seen off the coastline. This is also a great place for both experienced and beginner surfers with lessons available. The … Continue reading →

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Yala National Park

Posted on February 14, 2020 by Tim and Joanne Joseph

February 7th ~ Yala National Park, Sri Lanka What a wake up we got! Monkeys jumping on our roof. Bang, bang, thump, pound, clang. I think we heard thirty or more of them over a span of about five minutes. … Continue reading →

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