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History and Festivities in Nuremberg, Germany
A first-time visit to Nuremberg, Germany gave us an excellent introduction to the city’s historic past and festive holiday Christmas market.
Good Cheer and High Spirits in Vienna
Finding gemütlichkeit (feeling of well-being and comfort that comes with good company and good food) in Vienna, Austria during a Viking River cruise
Celebrating the Holidays on the Danube
10 Instagram highlights of our Viking River Cruises journey on the Danube during the Christmas season.
Prelude to a Cruise: 7 Lisbon Highlights
Lisbon was irresistible. I fell in love at first sight.
As much as Mr. TWS and I were excited about taking our first cruise, the fact that the Viking River Cruises “Portugal’s River of Gold” itinerary included a two-day stay in Lisbon prior to ever stepping foot on the boat was one of our favorite things.
Off-Season Provence: Things to Do in Avignon and the Vaucluse
Top things to do in Avignon and the Vaucluse area of Provence — especially in the off-season
A Day in Aix-en-Provence: Top Things to Do
The third day of our busy Provence trip brought us to Aix-en-Provence. As soon as we arrived on this weekday morning in December, we noticed the bustling, upbeat vibe of the city as people were shopping the markets, strolling the streets, and socializing in cafés.
A Gem for All Seasons: The Four Seasons Prague
Visiting Prague you easily see why it is often called, “The Golden City of 100 Spires” — it is lustrous by day and radiant at night with a myriad of spires prominent on the city’s many churches and towers.