The weather in France in spring – that mercurial season stretching from March 20 to June 20 – can be unpredictable and daunting to pack for. For it is not unusual to arrive in late March to beautiful sunshine and bright blue skies, only to depart in early June in rain and gloom. Indeed, theContinue reading “Spring Travel in France: What to Wear”
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Wandering in Bordeaux (Part 2)
In this post, I explore the Cathédrale Saint-André de Bordeaux and what I view as the paradox of cathedrals. That is, how cathedrals serve as embodiments of eternal life yet at the same time force us to face the brevity of life. This post is the second in a three-part series about a day I spent wanderingContinue reading “Wandering in Bordeaux (Part 2)”
Wandering in Bordeaux (Part 1)
While guided tours and planned activities offer great opportunities to learn about new places and cultures, one of the most authentic and meaningful ways to experience a city when traveling is to simply wander. Wandering allows the traveler to become part of the pulse of a city. It is an opportunity to witness life as it isContinue reading “Wandering in Bordeaux (Part 1)”
Finding Balance on the Edge: Figure Skating & Travel Journeys by Carolyn Tir 