Krakow escaped most destruction during WW II, and now its old town, is much the same as it was just before WW II. Part of that is because, during communism, much of the old town businesses were shutdown, to keep people from congregating there, and it just sat and collected dust and soot. [More]

Slovakia is one of the poorest economic regions in Europe, but it is rich in mountains, scenery and culture. [More]

Vienna is the quintessential outdoors place. The city itself has wide streets and many, many beautiful parks, plus there are several beautiful natural parks outside of the city. [More]

After Jesus was crucified, the apostle Simon Peter came to Rome to spread the word of Christs love. Peter baptized people in the Tiber river that runs through Rome and became the first pope. [More]

After Jesus was crucified, the apostle Simon Peter came to Rome to spread the word of Christs love. Peter baptized people in the Tiber river that runs through Rome and became the first pope. [More]

One of the nicest qualities of Rome is the quality of service. They love to wait on people. [More]

Prague was once the capitol of the Holy Roman Empire. Founded in Gothic times, however much of its building, was done during the Renaissance. [More]

Prague was once the capitol of the Holy Roman Empire. Founded in Gothic times, however much of its building, was done during the Renaissance. [More]

The leprechaun, the shamrock, the Claddagh, and the Celtic Cross. Irish symbols and folk music that speak of a creative and delightful people. This was a fun and inexpensive place to visit. [More]

Bern is the capital of Switzerland, it is very laid back and jazz musician friendly.
On the World quality of life scale, Bern is in the top 10 (not the top 10 percent but the top 10). [More]