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Landing in Lisbon

Posted on January 11, 2026 by Janette

From the moment I landed, Lisbon felt like a city layered with stories. Portugal itself is remarkable, boasting the oldest defined borders in Europe, deep historical ties to the Knights Templar, and a culture shaped by centuries of exploration. It’s … Continue reading →

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The Village of a Million People: Munich, Germany

Posted on June 24, 2023 by Janette

Before traveling to southern Germany to visit friends, I purposely did NOT research the area, which is the opposite of my typical travel prep.  Unsure of exactly what I would see with friends, I let everything happen organically.  Besides learning … Continue reading →

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Who knew?

Posted on July 24, 2022 by Janette

On my quest for (relatively) local points of interest to explore, I looked up some interesting places I had never heard about before. Planning a day trip, I set out to visit two locations that had things I love: food, … Continue reading →

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Taman Mini

Posted on August 25, 2014 by Janette

Thanks to the Eid Holiday at the end of July, Jakarta seemed like a ghost town…at least comparatively.  Which means it was the perfect time to take advantage of the sites around the city. An amusement park called Taman Mini … Continue reading →

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