Category Archives: the book

Bali’s Kuta Beach

Posted on September 29, 2019 by jewelsworldtravels

I checked off another bucket list destination that was made possible because I am living in Asia. DH didn’t want to go because Bali has had some incidents in the past few years- volcanic eruption, earthquake/tsunami. I wasn’t worried, plus, … Continue reading →

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Arches National Park

Posted on July 25, 2019 by jewelsworldtravels

The United States has 61 national parks. How many have you been to? I’ve been to 14, which probably means I need to start a new bucket list and prioritize hiking, biking, and kayaking through more of our beautiful parks. … Continue reading →

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Angkor Wat

Posted on May 30, 2019 by jewelsworldtravels

I spent a hot and exhausting day visiting seven (7) temples in Siem Reap, Cambodia. We started with Angkor Wat, one of the most popular in the region, and one of the largest religious monuments in the world. Angkor Wat … Continue reading →

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Phuket – Pearl of Andaman Sea

Posted on February 10, 2019 by jewelsworldtravels

I haven’t done many beach vacations, and my week on Phuket was one of my favorites. We stayed at a lovely resort that had its own beach. But I spent most of my time in the infinity pool. I like … Continue reading →

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Hong Kong

Posted on January 29, 2019 by jewelsworldtravels

I started 2019 doing what I love – traveling to a new place. Without getting into whether Hong Kong is a unique country, China says it isn’t, I tried to see as much of it as I could over a … Continue reading →

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Bamberg Germany

Posted on December 16, 2015 by jewelsworldtravels

Sunday 4th October 2015 Bamberg’s city center is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and is in “the book.” City began as a fortress. City Hall was built on an island in the river. It is quaint. It rained all day. … Continue reading →

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Cologne Germany

Posted on October 9, 2015 by jewelsworldtravels

Thursday 8th October Cologne is our final stop in Germany before The Netherlands.  According to my DNA test from ancestry.com I am about 20% German. (Mom always thought 25%, but close enough.) However, I have been 100% German this past … Continue reading →

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Regensburg Germany

Posted on October 3, 2015 by jewelsworldtravels

Friday 2nd October Happy Anniversary to me! Regensburg is one of the best preserved medieval cities in Germany – UNESCO World Heritage Site (escaped WWII with no significant damage), and also in “the book.” 13th-14th century houses This one is … Continue reading →

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Wachau Valley

Posted on September 30, 2015 by jewelsworldtravels

This incredibly scenic section of Austria is in “the book.” And seeing it via the river, like I am, is the best way to experience the true beauty of the region. Would you like to pick those grapes? Rows and … Continue reading →

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Vienna, Austria 

Posted on September 29, 2015 by jewelsworldtravels

Tuesday, September 29th was our day in Vienna. This is my 31st new country. I am really enjoying my Viking river cruise. It has been such a great experience and they are the reason I can visit so many countries … Continue reading →

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