Tag Archives: Florence

Cook, eat, drink, repeat

Posted on June 5, 2019 by katemahar

I’ve come to enjoy taking a cooking class when I travel. Since I’m an uninspired cook at home, this doesn’t exactly follow as an ideal activity for me. But cutting and chopping are more fun than chore-like when you’re hanging … Continue reading →

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Make time to watch the feathers fly

Posted on July 30, 2014 by katemahar

My friends and family would tell you I’m not a very spontaneous person. As much as I hate to admit that, they’re right. But today’s blog post is here to encourage you (and me!) to be a little more adventurous, … Continue reading →

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I went to Spain but it was closed

Posted on August 21, 2013 by katemahar

That actually happened to me last year. When you’re traveling according to a set schedule – whether you planned it yourself, or following the itinerary of a group tour or cruise – you don’t want to make the mistake of … Continue reading →

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How Italy’s art was saved during World War II

Posted on July 27, 2013 by katemahar

I am an inveterate reader. I just looked that up to be certain I’m using “inveterate” correctly and the dictionary said something like a “habit of longstanding.” I was one of those kids who hid under the covers with a … Continue reading →

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No need to wander the cobbled streets of European villages to find colorful, summer fiestas and fairs

Posted on July 10, 2013 by katemahar

There’s something particularly charming about a festival or fair in a foreign country, don’t you think? I know I feel fortunate when I happen across things like a Sunday morning flea market in Florence, or the procession to St. Stephen’s … Continue reading →

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