The famed Swiss Miss with her long golden, blond ponytails and her irrepressible charm is a story loved by all. Nestled at the base of Mt. Falknis (8,200 ft.), her little Swiss village is called Maienfeld in the German speaking canton of Graubunden. These days the original Heidi village, her unique home, and even Peter’s…
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This is meant to be silly so please don’t get sidetracked by political correctness. This is all in good fun designed for a laugh. My favorite t-shirt on the subject says: “Heaven is where the police are British, the chefs Italian, the mechanics German, the lovers French, and it’s all organized by the Swiss…Hell on…
DetailsIt is really quite amazing how far pantomime, charades, and other ridiculous histrionics will get you when two people don’t speak the same language. (Plus Superstitions)-focus Italian/Greek with Illustration (Have Mickey do digital photo shoot) Il cornuto (Italian) or los cuernos (Spanish) – Translating literally to the “bullhorns” means your wife is cheating on you. Forearm…
DetailsWhile many of the hotter Mediterranean countries do actually observe the siesta, they all do so at slightly varying times. It also can be a little baffling sometimes depending on whether you’re out in the countryside or within the city. Some international trends are slowly beginning to influence many stores to stay open longer to…
DetailsFor all of Europe’s elegance and civility, using the toilet can be a ridiculously challenging experience. Between the bidet, the Turkish toilets (aka ‘the squat pit’ or the ‘old hole in the floor’), and the all too common #50 grit sandpaper that passes for bung roll, one thing is for certain: it pays to be…
DetailsWait…what? You actually want to send a postcard as they still make cool souvenirs when you get back home? Yes, for many it’s still a cool novelty worth the extra effort that harkens back to the old nostalgic days of yesteryear. For starters, aside from various Post Offices, you can also often purchase stamps from…
DetailsThe standard across Europe is 220Volt-50 Hertz system with a rounded 2 pin plug. The notable exception is the United Kingdom and Ireland which use the same voltage but have this ridiculously large monstrosity of a plug-in for the wall. If you are coming from the US or Canada you will need a 120 to…
DetailsTraveling can be a stressful situation, especially in another country. If you are going to another country it is important that you bring your passport so that you may enter and leave as you wish. If your passport should become lost or stolen, this normally disregarded column will take on paramount importance. As a rule…
DetailsHopefully, something you won’t have to worry about! These suckers can be a genuine nuisance and remain a constant problem for all accommodation providers (around the world) whether upscale or bottom of the barrel. Once a bed, beds, or worse yet, an entire hostel or hotel has become infested by them the only means of…
DetailsIts true, some unbelievably discounted fares are available out there. The catch is tickets are generally secured on the internet well in advance, are not refundable, and need to either originate or terminate in Britain or Brussels. If you have heard stories about people getting 10 pound flights from somewhere in Britain to Paris, or…
DetailsHere are some more websites for some of the more common destinations. Using the internet nowadays has for many, become far easier than actually calling a location. For those of you out there, here it is. Austria: General www.anto.com –official site of Austrian national tourist office Trains www.oebb.at – info on national/international trains…
DetailsNote that sizes can and will vary as fashion designers/manufacturers toy with the psychology of ladies’ fashions. WOMENS MY SIZE SHOES (insert here) American 4 4.5 5 5.5 6 6.5 7 7.5 8 8.5 9 9.5 10 ____ British 3 3.5 4 4.5 5 5.5 6 6.5 7 7.5 8 8.5 9 Continental 35…
DetailsEurope has long since been a diamond mecca for both the importing and exporting of diamonds, as well as cutting and polishing. Two major centers for such activity are Antwerp in Belgium and Amsterdam in the Netherlands. Antwerp’s diamond district is also known as the Diamond Quarter (Diamantkwartier) or dubbed the Square Mile. Although it…
DetailsBirkenstocks have a long and colorful history that goes all the way back to 1774. Johann Adam Birkenstock, the original founder, registered the brand as a “vassal and shoemaker” in local church archives in the small Hessian village of Langen-Bergheim. After World War II, the Birkenstock sandal became popular among soldiers because of the orthopedic…
DetailsBest Upscale Erotica Boutique- Coco de Mer in London. Known for its classic shapes and trendy lingerie. https://www.coco-de-mer.com/ World’s Swankiest Department Store- Harrod’s of Knightsbridge, London SW1X 7XL or see www.harrods.com. Complete with over 330 departments with everything from diamond studded tiaras to luxury golf carts and exotic tropical pets. Best Shopping –Oxford Street. Not only…
DetailsAlthough not many people think of cutlery when they think of souvenirs, Europe is actually a great place to buy some new additions to your kitchen cupboard. We’ve rounded up the best places to buy them: Sheffield, England — Sheffield is famous for its cutlery, with many families still creating high quality cutlery, knives and…
DetailsWedgwood – Note that Irish luxury goods manufacturer Waterford Wedgwood owns both companies. Wedgwood has been creating fine dinnerware since the 1700s, with many pieces becoming rare collectors items. See www.wedgwood.com Limoges – Limoges is a city in France that is known for its hard-paste porcelain, and has been creating stunning products since the 18th century.…
DetailsWhy single out Amsterdam for its outlandish behavior? Aside from the big draws like the Van Gogh Museum, the Rijksmuseum, and Anne Frank’s House, many tourists overlook the plethora of strange and unique venues. Few cities can claim such curiosities like Amsterdam. For great reference sites on Amsterdam’s highlights, visit the website: Simply Amsterdam>> Name…
DetailsBeer swimming pools – In the small village of Tarrenz, Austria, travelers can find swimming pools full of beer in the cellar of a 200-year-old brewery. The pools are filled with more than 42,000 pints of freshly brewed beer are the only of their kind in the world. Church of Saint Mary of the Conception of the Friars…
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