Ever wonder whatever happened to those giant statues of Communist leaders and exemplary workers that were scattered around Eastern Europe during Soviet occupation? Well, the statues that once lined important streets, intersections and squares in Budapest between 1947-1988 now stand in this park on the outskirts of town, just 15 minutes by car, bus […]
This wall is filled with Lennon inspired graffiti, Beatle song lyrics and free flowing poetry. In the late 1980’s, young locals would regularly meet here and write their grievances against the communist regime of the time, leading to all sorts of clashes with authorities and security police. Today the original Lennon portrait is long gone […]
Prague!
Yes! Located in the Lesser Town, you can find this wall not too far from the Kafka museum once you cross the Charles Bridge…fun to explore that whole area with lots of little alleyways and cobblestone streets.
When traveling through southern China, we came across a field where a small group of women and this lone man were picking these white Chrysanthemum blooms. In the market place many stalls sold bags of these flowers for making tea. And in the restaurants, we drank this tea most every meal. Very mild tea with little to no caffeine. Ummm… Happy […]
Aren’t they adorable? Who doesn’t like to watch penguins? But did you know there’s a secret place where you can get close to them on a secluded beach? These little African Jackass penguins are a big draw for tourists visiting South Africa. And a stop at Boulders Beach National Park is included on most peninsula […]
Hi Kim, Love your photos and tips of the penguins in South Africa. Our family is planning a trip to South Africa. I like your mention of the animal encounters. Can you share with me where you did the various animal encounters? Was it along the garden route? Thank you so much. Vanessa
Botlierskop Game Lodge along the Garden Route is where you can have a picnic with elephants and walk with giraffes…and the game lodge in Inverness in the Karoo Desert is where we spent time with cheetahs. Have a wonderful trip!
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