Monthly Archives: June 2016
Granada-then and now
I am surveying the triumphant 3-arched facade of the mighty Cathedral of the Incarnation in Granada, Spain, which took nearly 250 years to complete. This Renaissance church was built on top of what was once a mosque. The Reconquista Christians … Continue reading
Sailing Mallorca
I am sitting on the bow of the “Mareatta”, a 39 foot catamaran, and we are slicing through the deep blue sea just south of Palma de Mallorca, Spain, at about 5 knots under full sail and an even fuller … Continue reading
Arcos and Ronda-Jewels of the Andalusian Hills
I am driving through one of the most beautiful roads in the world among the “white hill towns” of Andalusia, Spain when I crest a ridge at around 4000 feet elevation and park my Jeep to get a better view. … Continue reading
Spelunking With Liberals
I am waiting for a tour of the Pileta Cave in Andalucia when I begin speaking to Two Of Them. They are a couple from California by way of France (her), and Wales, (him), and I am asking them if … Continue reading
Seville, City of Life
Seville is timeless. It lives in the long shadows of old empires, yet keeps its traditions intact even as modernity seeks to extinguish them forever. And I think Seville will continue its proud culture. It is, after all, built on … Continue reading
God, Gaudi, and the Sagrada Familia
I am standing inside the nave of the Sagrada Famila, and I am in awe. This is the most beautiful building I have ever seen…the most heavenly of all of man’s creations. Yet, my camera cannot adequately capture the sheer size … Continue reading
5 Fun Things the Locals do in Vienna (You Should Too!)
It’s no secret I love this city, but few visitors here take full advantage its endless charms, because you don’t find them highlighted in the guidebooks. I want to correct that, so here, in no particular order, are 5 things … Continue reading
Jonathan