Monthly Archives: August 2016

Living like a local in Canterbury, UK (and finding Greyfriars Gardens)

Posted on August 28, 2016 by Diane Scheurell

I’ve been in Canterbury almost two weeks and I can definitely see myself coming back. I love this historic city of pilgrims. The days are mostly sunny and the temperatures are perfect. We had a tremendous thunder storm last night, … Continue reading →

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Beachcombing “tools” to the rescue, at Margate, UK

Posted on August 25, 2016 by Diane Scheurell

I’d been in Canterbury for a week, and hadn’t noticed how much I missed the sea. Canterbury, in the county of Kent, is inland about 6 miles from the closest beach. By train, the closest is Margate, the site of … Continue reading →

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Back when street names meant something. Canterbury, UK

Posted on August 22, 2016 by Diane Scheurell

I am fortunate to be staying in the Canterbury City Centre, mostly defined by the original Roman city walls, built between 270-280 AD, and rebuilt in the 14th century. I love wandering. Come explore with me; the city centre is … Continue reading →

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Fighting with the washer in Canterbury, UK

Posted on August 19, 2016 by Diane Scheurell

I’m now in Canterbury, settled by the Celts, captured by the Romans, captured again by William the Conqueror, home of the main Church of England Cathedral, site of the murder of Thomas Becket, journey’s goal for the pilgrims in Canterbury … Continue reading →

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Must-see sights, Brighton, UK

Posted on August 16, 2016 by Diane Scheurell

I took the City Sightseeing bus to plan how and what to see in Brighton over my next three days. The feel of the seaside resort city (250K) is a combination of Regency and Victorian. The town’s popularity started in … Continue reading →

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Exploring Brighton, UK

Posted on August 14, 2016 by Diane Scheurell

Friends who don’t travel much have asked me how I explore a new city. First, the Internet is my friend. Long before I ever leave home, I can research bus routes, find out how close grocery stores and train lines … Continue reading →

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The “Gum Incident” – Osborne House, Isle of Wight

Posted on August 9, 2016 by Diane Scheurell

Near East Cowes is Osborne House, the summer home of Queen Victoria, Prince Albert and their nine children. It was magnificent, more a palace than a house. They bought the property, tore down the existing house, and designed and built … Continue reading →

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The two Cowes – Isle of Wight

Posted on August 7, 2016 by Diane Scheurell

Once the sun came out,* the Isle of Wight turned out to be lovely. Tiny gardens in front of picturesque row houses, narrow streets with cars parked in both directions on the same side, and High Street cordoned off for … Continue reading →

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“This better be so worth it” – Perseverance on the Isle of Wight

Posted on August 5, 2016 by Diane Scheurell

While visiting London with my sister, the rain managed to hold off until our last day when we traveled to the Isle of Wight and its sailing town of Cowes. That visit was inspired by the Beatles song, When I’m … Continue reading →

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Everyday London

Posted on August 3, 2016 by Diane Scheurell

When traveling, I often get caught up in the main attractions, especially when with others. This trip to England is no different. My sister and I managed to see a prodigious amount in two full days in London before moving … Continue reading →

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