Category Archives: Adventure Travel

As two Americans struggling to explore the world on 3 weeks’ holiday per annum, we moved to London in 2006 in order to boost the frequency and intensity of our international travel experiences.

China

Posted on 12 June 2007 by k

12109 Hey guys. I’ve uploaded a few photos from Beijing. No captions yet, but you’ll see the Great Wall, Tiananmen Square, the view from the hotel window, and the Imperial Palace (ie the Forbidden City). For those who are curious … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure Travel, Asia, China, MBA in London | 5 Comments

Finally, the truth!

Posted on 7 June 2007 by k

Some of you may remember my post from a month or so ago about “passports”. Finally, the truth has come out! About 40% of folks in the US hold passports. This article appeared in the tube paper last week. 12034

Posted in Life in London, United States | 2 Comments

Whoa, Nellie!

Posted on 7 June 2007 by k

The numbers are rising and it’s official. We’re now greatly outnumbered…I think it’s safe to say that our friends have moved from core marriage stage to baby stage…with another pregnancy announced yesterday, the count now stands at 13 US friends’/family … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in London, United States | 1 Comment

Under the Tuscan Sun

Posted on 21 May 2007 by k

11710 While I borrowed this title, it is entirely appropriate to describe our weekend visit to the Italian Tuscan countryside. As it was both rainy and cold in London, our getaway to Tuscany provided a much needed bit of sunshine. … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure Travel, Europe, Italy | 2 Comments

Return to Italy

Posted on 16 May 2007 by g

Right about the middle of May three years ago, we ventured to Italy on our first European and major trip abroad together. We saw Venice, the Cinque Terre, Sienna, Positano and had an excellent trip. We also saw more than … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure Travel, Europe, Italy | 3 Comments

Escape to Oxford

Posted on 13 May 2007 by k

11288 Today, we made our way to Oxford for a daytrip. We had a great time wandering about the botanical gardens, having afternoon tea and seeing a few of the school’s many campuses. While it was a bit rainy, we … Continue reading →

Posted in Adventure Travel, Europe, UK | 3 Comments

Perspective and Passports!

Posted on 1 May 2007 by k

Since arriving here last Fall, Londoners have referenced the low percentage of Americans with a passport in casual conversations with me numerous times. Since so many people use this line and are aware of the statistic, I sometimes wonder if … Continue reading →

Posted in Life in London, United States | 2 Comments