Dinner at Filomena’s – Washington DC (Georgetown)

In Georgetown is a fantastic Italian restaurant called Filomena’s. You know it’s going to be great as soon as you enter and see grandma making gnocchi by hand and smell the garlic. Pictured here is a lobster pasta dish along with lamb sausage. The pasta was loaded with chunks of lobster and the lamb sausageContinue reading “Dinner at Filomena’s – Washington DC (Georgetown)”

The Lincoln Memorial – Washington DC

On the west end of The National Mall stands the memorial to the nation’s 16th President, Abraham Lincoln. The Memorial is a magnificent structure, and upon my first visit made me feel so overwhelmed with pride. Built at a cost of $3 million dollars the Memorial was dedicated in 1922, 57 years after Lincoln’s death.Continue reading “The Lincoln Memorial – Washington DC”

The White House – Washington DC

The White House – Washington DC The residency of the President of the United States and perhaps the most widely known symbol of freedom in the world, The White House, also referred to as “The People’s House”. The White House – Washington DC 1600 Pennsylvania Avenue, the official address of the President since 1800. TheContinue reading “The White House – Washington DC”

Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Tour – Paris

Many times during my travels I have mentioned the benefits of taking one of the ‘hop-on, hop-off’ bus tours offered in almost every major city. If visiting Paris I highly recommend taking a tour. It is a large city with so much to see and the various bus tours will take you past every majorContinue reading “Hop-on, Hop-off Bus Tour – Paris”

Paris – Sights Around Town III

Planning a trip to Paris? Give yourself plenty of time to see the sights. Make a list of your must see’s and make time to wander the  neighborhoods and explore. Paris is a large city with so much to explore. Stroll the streets and wander and when your feet need a rest just pull upContinue reading “Paris – Sights Around Town III”

Boulangerie – Paris France

Boulangerie – Paris France Every city you visit in France is dotted with boulangerie bakery shops. Sweets and breads and other great treats always await inside. Most display their items so artistically that you just have to go in and order something. Boulangerie – Paris France Don’t feel guilty about eating so many of theseContinue reading “Boulangerie – Paris France”

Paris France – Sights Around Town II

Paris France – Sights Around Town II  Paris is a very large city with so many sights to see. Walking through the neighborhoods is a great way to just wander and unexpectedly find great bars, shops, and cafes.  Paris France – Sights Around Town II  Along the River Seine houseboats and river cruise boats addContinue reading “Paris France – Sights Around Town II”

Notre Dame Cathedral – Paris

After nearly 200 years under construction the cathedral opened in 1345. Notre Dame sits on the bank of the Seine river in the heart of Paris. Some call it the most beautiful cathedral in the world and it certainly is a sight not to be missed. Notre Dame Cathedral – Paris France Notre Dame CathedralContinue reading “Notre Dame Cathedral – Paris”