Istanbul for me used to be one of those crazy places that "regular" people don't go to, like Antarctica or the Olympics, and I got just that reaction from several people when told of our destination. What really planted the seed was our visit to St Mark's Cathedral in Venice which houses the Triumphal Quadriga,... Continue Reading →
We walked into EspressoLab on Istiklal street and for a moment I forgot where I was. Me: Do you have Iced Tea?Young, mod Turkish Server's expression says: What are you talking about.Me: You know, tea over ice.Server: Uh, OK?... But Turkish tea!Me (finally remembering I am not in Starbucks in the US): Never mind. Coke... Continue Reading →
Mr A had alerted me that champagne was listed on the dinner menu in Air France Premium Economy. Steward: What would you like to drink?Me (eagerly): Champagne!Steward (with the slightest of sneers): Of course Madame, but that is your apertif, what will you have with your dinner?Me: Umm...Steward: With the white veal i suggest white.... Continue Reading →
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In the name of progress, we've moved our blog here from vagawandering.com. And the name of continuity, here's the first post from that blog circa 2016: "This blog is meant to be a better way to capture our travel experiences in a way that others can share. Fellow travelers are looking for guideposts and specifics... Continue Reading →
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