Tag: projectemptynest
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To Rent a Car or NOT, that is the question
If you are like me, you have always enjoyed the freedom and “romance” of renting a car abroad. The freedom and flexibility to roam at will and the allure of touring the countryside untethered by public transport or the expense of taxis, and ride services drives many of us to jump on the rental car…
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Customs, what customs?
Who doesn’t want stamps in their passport? This was a hallmark of travel abroad as long as I can remember, but not any more. At least not in Europe. There are no long lines of customs. A delight, but no stamps. We flew into Copenhagen back in August. No customs. We have ‘plains, trains &…
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Euphrasian Basilica – Magical Heritage Site
When we arrived in Porec, we were tired of Croatia. We were worn down by the small, hillside village of Labin with four restaurants. We had pizza coming out our ears. (Yes, it is excellent wood fired pizza, but even good pizza grows bland on repeat.) We were tired of the ‘cloak of invisibility’ service…
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Croatia Musing
I never thought about going to Croatia. Ever. About 3 months ago when life handed us lemons, we decided to make lemonade. We would go on an adventure. Sell the big, old house, downsize and go abroad to Europe for the winter. We would be ‘off-season’ in Europe – thus cheaper and more deals on…
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No Hiding
There is no hiding from yourself or your partner when you downsize life to a few suitcases. It’s all in plain sight. For quickly into downsizing, one discovers we are all ‘tricky’ by nature. We seek hiding places. Maybe it was a private space in your home, perhaps in your car, at your favorite hangouts…
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Off to Croatia
After 2 and a half weeks in Copenhagen, we took a 180 degree turn to Croatia. From a pristine and ultra cultured city to a fall back in time medieval village. The contrast could not be greater. Our new home base is an old, hillside town of Labin. Labin dates back to the 4th century…
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Stroget street- Copenhagen’s shopping street delivers
Stroget street in Copenhagen provides abundant shopping with historical discovery
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Beauty on the streets of Copenhagen
Copenhagen is known for its beauty and history. Whilst wandering the streets- look down- beauty is literally underfoot
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Kastellet- Copenhagen’s original fort
The other morning in a walk about of Copenhagen I discovered an urban gem. Like history, architecture, peace, quiet and natural beauty. Check out the “Citadel” The Kastellat or Citadel was built in 1664 and actively in use as a fort into the mid 1800’s. Today it still houses military activities, but it’s primary functions…
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