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Riding the Rails: Switzerland
Switzerland is smaller than Vermont and New Hampshire combined. That, and the Swiss penchant for efficiency, means travel from city to city by rail is easy and scenic. Here’s my “To Do” list for the following destinations which are all short train rides apart: Interlaken Ride the cable car to Harder Kulm to sightsee, eat,[…]
The Swiss Adventure Begins
Edelweiss Air’s seasonal San Diego to Zurich non-stop flight follows Archimedes’ rule: the shortest distance between two points is a straight line. The plane was comfortable and the crew friendly and attentive. There were free movies galore, plus plenty of good food and a wide assortment of beverages. The Zurich airport is well marked and[…]
San Diego Restaurant Week: January 20 -27, 2019
The holidays are over. Is your New Year’s resolution to try something new? This month provides an opportunity to dine at your choice of almost 200 restaurants throughout San Diego County. They will be serving two-course lunches for $10, $15 or $20 per person and three-course, prix-fixe dinners ranging from $20 – $50. Need help[…]
Travel Gifts for the Holidays – 2018
Here are a few presents to consider for the traveler in your life. What to Wear Clothing Arts’ motto is “Made by Travelers for Travelers.” They have quality clothing products, all featuring a pick-pocket proof design. Their Adventure Shirt is ultra quick-dry and, although 100% nylon, feels like top quality cotton. I have no clue[…]
Comala…Pueblo Magico
Background – The village of Comala, population 20,000, is located approximately 75 miles east of Manzanillo in the small state of Colima, Mexico. It is the least populous region in the entire country. Indigenous people first appeared in the area 3,000 years ago and called it Ajuchitlán, the Valley of the Flowers. Pueblos de Mexico[…]
When Reno Was King
Although the Gold Rush first brought prospectors to California looking to make their fortunes, the Reno area exploded with the discovery of silver at the Comstock Lode. Then came the entrepreneurs (think Levi’s blue jeans), prostitutes, and shady characters. Illegal gambling parlors sprung up; it was truly the wild west. By the 1920s, Reno was[…]
San Diego Restaurant Week: September 23 – 30, 2018
The beginning of fall kicks off with the 14th annual San Diego Restaurant Week. The event features almost 200 of the county’s best kitchens offering unique dining experiences. The eight days are designed to allow you to try new places at bargain prices. Two-course lunches offer an entree and choice of an appetizer or dessert. […]
Kona Kai Getaway
There’s something relaxing and almost mystical about boats bobbing on the water with the sounds of docks creaking and halyards clanging. The Kona Kai Resort & Spa and its marina, on San Diego’s secluded Shelter Island, provides safe harbor for a couples or family getaway. In 1953, C. Arnholt Smith built a marina on a[…]
A Swiss Trip
Preparing for 2 1/2 weeks in Switzerland took time and careful coordination. Here’s the blueprint of my Swiss adventure and, hopefully, useful for any journey. Getting There – Always look for the quickest route with the fewest stops. The good news for San Diego residents (like me): Edelweiss Airlines has seasonal non-stop flights to Zurich,[…]
The Historic Harris Ranch
A Surprising Discovery Located in California’s sparsely populated San Joaquin Valley is “an unexpected oasis,” the Harris Ranch Inn & Restaurant. It’s much more than a way-stop along a stretch of Highway 5 between San Francisco and Los Angeles. History: The Harris family has been farming in California for over 100 years. They established[…]