Author Archives: Cher B

Titanic Belfast, N. Ireland (Travel)

Titanic. Its tragic story is familiar to most, even a century later. For the traveler & Titanic enthusiast, the Titanic Belfast is a must-see. Delve into the world-famous story about the word-famous ship through the eyes of those whose ambition and hard work built her. Enjoy this blog in photos and reflections from our trip to the British Isles.

Conwy Castle, Wales (Travel)

Conwy Castle in Wales is considered to be the most impressive of all Welsh castles. During our cruise of the British Isles, this was our only stop in Wales. We left this picturesque, imposing castle in a quaint, walled city with the desire to come back and explore more of it and Wales. Photos and highlights on this blog.

Orkney Islands, Scotland (Travel)

Older than Stonehenge and the Great Pyramids of Egypt, the four Neolithic, UNESCO World Heritage Sites on the Orkney Islands in the North Sea off of Scotland were an unexpected surprise! This blog includes photos and info on these, the North Sea, Scapa Flow and more!

Loch Ness & Urquhart Castle, Scotland (Travel)

Scotland’s Loch Ness is famous for “Nessie” but Urquhart Castle on its banks holds even more interest! We were pleasantly surprised at not only the rugged beauty of the castle ruins, but also its rich history. In the end, we found the castle was more impressive than anything to do with Nessie! This blog holds photos and lore on both. Enjoy!

Cawdor Castle, Scotland (Travel)

Scotland is known for its castles. There are few more romantic sights in the British Isles than a Scottish castle! We visited several, each very unique and different. Cawdor Castle is like visiting a home vs. a museum. Furnished with authentic family furniture, art & artifacts, it is currently lived in – by the same family for hundreds of years. The vast gardens are magnificent. Learn more in this blog.

Edinburgh, Scotland: Royal Mile (Travel)

Edinburgh, Scotland is regarded as one of Europe’s most handsome capitals! The 1st stop on our cruise of the British Isles, our short visit included the historic Royal Mile in the Old City high atop Castle Hill. Highlights of this visit are included in this blog.

Taliesin III, Wisconsin, USA (Art & Travel)

Nestled in the rolling hills of SW Wisconsin is one of the most famous residences in the USA! Designed by and home/studio of world famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright, it is a wonderful day trip adventure! Photos from our Travel Date in summer 2022 are shared in this informative blog.

Botticelli & Renaissance at the Mpls Institute of Art, Mpls, MN USA

Italy comes to Minnesota! “Botticelli & Renaissance Florence “brings treasures of the Uffizi Gallery (Florence, Italy) to the Mpls. Institute of Art (Mia)! Botticelli’s “Adoration of the Magi” and “Pallas & the Centaur” are showcased. Highlights of this unprecedented, one-of-a-kind exhibit, including ancient art that influenced art in Renaissance Italy, are included in this blog.