The incredibly lovely Chateau de Chenonceau
Oct05

The incredibly lovely Chateau de Chenonceau

What do love, revenge, war, & chocolate have to do with a castle?

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The Interesting and Quirky Chateau de Chambord
Aug17

The Interesting and Quirky Chateau de Chambord

The Chateau de Chambord has many quirky elements, and its history is interesting as well. It’s a great addition to a Loire Valley day trip itinerary. And Leonardo da Vinci is believed to have had part of its design. That alone makes a visit intriguing.

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Visiting the amazingly gorgeous Peles Castle
Oct18

Visiting the amazingly gorgeous Peles Castle

I am a big fan of castles and similar structures. For most of my adult life, the Versailles Palace outside Paris has been my favorite. I will never forget walking along the streets of the town of Versailles in search of the famed structure. I came to an intersection in the road and looked in both directions to determine which way to go. As soon as I saw the Sun King’s former home, the vision swept my breath away. I’ve seen plenty of...

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