Tag Archives: traveling

WILL WORK (luxury travel) FOR FOOD

Posted on August 17, 2012 by

It occurred to me the other day that is exactly what my job is: travel the globe to first-class destinations featuring the finest cuisine. I stay in the best rooms of four-star hotels, enjoying the spas and other amenities. Then … Continue reading →

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From The Grand Canyon To The Great Wall: Travelers´ Best, Worst And Most Ridiculous Stories From The Road

Posted on June 19, 2012 by

A NEW collection of travel writing that includes 4 profiles I wrote of regular Frenchmen (and women) making a difference in this world on the 90th anniversary of WW I. From the outlandish and unimaginable to the routine and universal, … Continue reading →

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Hope Farm Press October ’11 NY Books Newsletter

Posted on October 3, 2011 by

2011 October Vol XIII Issue X New York State Books Newsletter from Richard Frisbie of Hope Farm Press ************************* FROM THE EDITOR September flew by – or should I say poured by? I’ve never seen so much rain and flooding … Continue reading →

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CASTELLET & WINE TASTING WITH LUNCH

Posted on August 17, 2011 by

I write cruise destination excursions for places I haven’t been . . . Begin your tour this morning with a scenic drive to Le Castellet, a typical Provencal hilltop village. Perched on wooded hills above the vineyards, this remarkable stronghold … Continue reading →

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Beria Wine Region of Portugal

Posted on June 20, 2011 by

It is unusually warm here for the season; I love it. Cool at night (sweater weather) and 27-28 C days & sunny. Last evening we attended a private concert before dinner. A small chamber orchestra of young people played on … Continue reading →

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Portugal Rocks

Posted on June 17, 2011 by

Yes, I’m still here in Portugal. The wine growing region of Beira has me intranced. The local sausages (a version of morcella, or blood sausage) and farinheira (a grain-rich sausage) are pairing well with the wines, and sit well in … Continue reading →

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Reims

Posted on May 16, 2011 by

Reims is one of those French cities that was 80% destroyed in WWI when the Germans isolated the city and artillery rained down. The Cathedral, the Basilica, and most other buildings – including residences – were left in ruins. The people … Continue reading →

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be good everywhere you go

Posted on April 15, 2011 by

I’m a freelance writer whose services many countries use. I wrote an account of actions that should bring deserved recognition to one of the very capable employees of Air Europa and Global Security Associates. It happened last year, but I … Continue reading →

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Travel tip # 267 – resealable (zip-lock) plastic bags

Posted on January 20, 2011 by

When traveling in or out of the country, the first thing to remember is: Do Not Argue With Customs. So, when I found myself confronted with a problem going through customs in an as yet unnamed South American Country, I … Continue reading →

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