Our flight landing in Osaka, Japan was nerve rattling. I watched the shimmer of the water reflect the intermittent flashes from our plane’s lit wing tips. At any moment I thought the wheels would touch water to a disastrous end. On the edge of my seat, I saw a strip of land appear just below … Continue reading Planko Parlors, Billikens, and Bowls of Ramen: Osaka Japan
Our barely air-conditioned bus navigated switchbacks and steep, narrow roads for over 6 hours in 95 degree heat. A child in the back of the bus vomited in a bag. The bus drivers smoked cigarettes while driving. They took turns driving, sometimes alternating at a stop in the middle of a road. Everyone was sweaty … Continue reading Kotor, Montenegro: Fjord of the Balkans
The first day or two were foggy and cold with some occasional rain. At this point, it was late June in the UK, but we were still wearing our puffer jackets, while it was 100+ back home in Houston (40+ Celsius). The damp weather can make it slightly more difficult to enjoy landmarks, views, and … Continue reading Two Harry Potter Nerds and the Quest of Edinburgh, UK
The initial reason we chose Aberdeen was cheap direct flights from Stavanger via Wideroe Airlines. We walked out onto the tarmac to a small propeller plane. I had ridden in one before, but it was not confidence instilling that time, either. The flight was about 30% full, and they asked if anyone could move to … Continue reading Aberdeen, UK: Land of Grey and Seas of Oil
The Fortress was one of the most undersold sights of Prague, in my opinion, and it was raining while we were there. It lay on the southern outskirts of the city up a steep wooded hill. Aside from ramparts, there was a large gothic cathedral and beautiful views of the river bisecting Prague. Hannah watched … Continue reading Beer and Pickpockets: Prague, Czech Republic: Part 2
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