Stepping back in time at the Cluny in Paris
We start our day at the Musée National du Moyen Age (the National Museum of the Middle Ages – or simply, the Cluny), the fabulous Medieval museum housed in the 15th century residence of the Read More …
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Waterlilies and more: the Museum Marmottan Monet, Paris
When planning this trip I came across a couple of references to the Museum Marmottan Monet. It seemed like a place we would really like. Knowing my friend Jeff is a big fan of Impressionism, Read More …
Rodin’s Garden in Paris
From the d’Orsay, we wander through a portion of elegant St Germain des Pres. It is a quiet afternoon in this lovely, upscale neighborhood. We are on our way to the garden at the Rodin Read More …
Impressions of the Musee d’Orsay in Paris
The Musée d’Orsay is housed in a former train station and retains some of its glorious detail from those days. It makes for a dramatic display space. But we aren’t interested in the sculpture collection Read More …
Happy Thanksgiving from D.C.!
Fall is a wonderful time to visit Washington DC. Exploring museums and monuments on and off the mall November 18 on the Mall Wandering the mall with time to reflect at the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Read More …
Of books and buildings in Washington DC
After spending the morning with aunt C, we are again off to see a bit more of the city. We start at the Library of Congress. For the past few days we have been debating Read More …
The Coptic Museum
We pass vibrant markets and quiet back streets as we enter the heart of Coptic Cairo. Our first stop here is the recently reopened Coptic museum, which sits in an open courtyard behind the huge Read More …
The Egyptian Museum, Cairo, Egypt
I thought 9 am would feel like a late start, but I am exhausted. This is way too early after such long journey and too-late dinner! I’m still feeling groggy and a little ill when Read More …
Peru: Touring Lima
After settling into our hotel, the itinerary for the day promises: This afternoon enjoy a tour of both colonial and modern Lima, founded in 1535. . . See the historical center and the San Francisco Read More …