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.

Mallorcan Respite

11042 After returning from Virginia last weekend, I caught up on laundry and we packed again. This time for a joint respite in Mallorca.You may remember that we were planning to visit Croatia and Slovenia over break. However, while in … Continue reading

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We are Hokies

As most of you know, G and I are Hokies. We graduated in 2000 and, like most VT graduates, are very loyal to our alma mater. As luck would have it, we were in Mallorca when we learned of Monday’s … Continue reading

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Good News!

10650 I made it back safely to London following a great visit to Virginia AND I received a message from Euro RSCG on Friday–I got it! First, Virginia. Spring in the Blue Ridge is almost as beautiful as fall…I don’t … Continue reading

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Coming Home…

Six exams down. I finished exams yesterday and then went out with my classmates to celebrate. Now, let the fun begin! I leave tomorrow (Friday) afternoon for America…the land of the familiar and friendly. I can’t wait. I’ll spend the … Continue reading

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Madrid Completes Big Five!

10471 When most people think of traveling to Europe, they think of the Big Five: Italy France England (UK) Germany Spain 10153 G and I finally capped the big five this weekend with our visit to Madrid and Toledo. With … Continue reading

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Photos from Madrid and Toledo

10381 We had a wonderful weekend in Spain. We’ll tell you all about it in a bit, but for those who can’t wait, you can check out the pictures as they are uploaded.

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Ode to Japan…

10103 Yesterday, I learned that our “5th anniversary bonsai tree” Olie is ALIVE! For months, he’s been living dormant on the balcony and I feared the worst…the guy at the bonsai store said he’d be fine, but he’s really tiny … Continue reading

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