A lot has changed since I was last in London 45 years ago. That was the era of Europe on $5 a day. Those days are long gone.
The Adventure Geezer Returns to London
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Category Archives: Europe
Lovely, Leafy, Languid Lisbon
My expectations for Lisbon were modest. I’ve never heard it described as one of the great cities of the world, like Paris, London, New York, and Tokyo. That, in my opinion, is a major oversight.
Some Final Thoughts on the Wild Side of Portugal
My expectations for this trip were high. They were exceeded in every respect.
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“…and on the Seventh Day He Rested”
Well, it was more like the sixth day. And despite how I act on occasion, I really don’t think I’m God (or G-d, or even a god). 
The Wild Side of Portugal: Along the Rota Vicentina
If this wasn’t the best two days of hiking ever, it was damn close!
Hiking and Eating My Way Through Portugal
What comes to mind when you think of Portugal? Cathedrals? Old, historical sites? Sixteenth Century explorers? Former colonies in Asia? Lethal jelly fish? How about some of the best hiking in the world? 
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Images of Ireland
The Irish love American presidents, even Obama (George W., not so much). Can you imagine this sign post in the US these days? 
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A Titanic Day in Belfast
What better metaphor for the ups and downs of Belfast than the Titanic, 
Two Days in Belfast
After a day of sunshine, flowers and cheer, it was time for a bit of doom and gloom. 
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The “Troubles” in Belfast…
…are far behind. Sunny botanical gardens, lots of beer and traditional Irish music and some of the friendliest people I have ever met — this is Belfast today.
