CHRISTMAS MARKETS in GERMANY-ITALY-FRANCE – David’s PDF Destinations Guides

CHRISTMAS MARKETS in GERMANY-ITALY-FRANCE – David’s PDF Destinations Guides

by | Nov 20, 2023 | Destinations, Essential Travel Resources, Experiencing Europe

Clicking on the PDF will download it to your device.

EPUB is designed for e-book readers such as Apple iBooks, Google Reader, Nook, etc.

If you do not have one of these e-book readers on your mobile device, try “Adobe Digital Editions,” an APP that can be downloaded and installed on your mobile device.

TECH HINT: To download an EPUB file on your Apple mobile device, SELECT EPUB from this page. Sorry, but I know nothing about Andriod and Google devices.

  1. The file should download to your device., but it is not formatted correctly.
  2. On an Apple device, choose the ellipse (…) at the upper right of your screen.
  3. Select “Save to your device”  at the bottom of the screen.
  4. Then choose your e-reader of choice to open, i.e. (Apple) Books  Disclaimer – This works on an Apple device.  I’m not too tech savvy, either.

Kindle – Amazon has a free “Send to Kindle” feature that will convert EPUB to the Kindle format.  But I’ve not had much success with the formatting and readability. https://www.amazon.com/sendtokindle 

 

David’s Strasbourg Destination Guide – EPUB or PDF

David’s Bolzano Destination Guide. –  EPUB or PDF

David’s Munich Destination Guide – EPUB or PDF

There are many more episodes of Travel Talk Tuesday.  Visit https://davidmcguffin.com/ttt to browse them all.

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Travel Talk Tuesday: November 14, 2023 – Derry or Londonderry? County Donegal and the North Ireland Coast

Travel Talk Tuesday: November 14, 2023 – Derry or Londonderry? County Donegal and the North Ireland Coast

by | Nov 15, 2023 | Destinations, Travel Talk Tuesday

PART 1: Derry, also known as Londonderry, is a small city straddling the border of The Republic of Ireland and Northern Ireland. Strategically placed on the banks of the River Foyle, Londonderry has seen its fair share of battles, conflicts, and controversies. The city’s most iconic feature is its intact 17th-century city walls, which offer a glimpse into its turbulent past. Steeped in history, Derry played a significant role in the Troubles, a period of conflict in Northern Ireland, but has since emerged as a symbol of peace and reconciliation. David recently walked the walls with a local guide, and he shares the experience in this episode.

PART 2: County Donegal stretched north from Derry to Malin Head, the northernmost point on the island.  Donegal is loaded with ancient historic sites, and beautiful countryside. It provides an off-the-beaten-path look at Ireland.

PART 3: Northern Ireland’s Country Antrim, premier attraction is the Giant’s Causeway.  A series of hexagonal basalt pillars jut out of the land and sea, forming an underwater “bridge” all the way to Scotland.  Additionally, nearby Dunluce Castle, Carrick-a-rede rope bridge, and the Great Hedges can fill a great day out on the north coast.

There are many more episodes of Travel Talk Tuesday.  Visit https://davidmcguffin.com/ttt to browse them all.

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Travel Talk Tuesday: November 7, 2023 – Tourist Crowd Beating Tips & The Best of Greece

Travel Talk Tuesday: November 7, 2023 – Tourist Crowd Beating Tips & The Best of Greece

by | Nov 9, 2023 | Destinations, Travel Talk Tuesday

PART 1: David laments overcrowded museums and attractions in Europe and shares strategies to beat the crowds and make the most of your sightseeing experience.

PART 2: David talks about his My Best of Greece tour.  Delphi, home of the ancient Oracle and her temples, kicks off the virtual adventure. After crossing the Bay of Corinth, spend several days on the Peloponnese Peninsula, visiting ancient temples, worship sites, historic cities, and theatres. Hopping on a ferry, enjoy a short ride to traffic-free Hydra Island for two days of relaxation.  Then it is off to Athens, where we’ll dedicate the better part of two days to exploring this capital city.  Finally, we’ll fly to Santorini, home of white-washed villages on an ancient volcano caldera.  My Best of Greece & Santorini tour provides the perfect mix of sightseeing, education, and relaxation.

There are many more episodes of Travel Talk Tuesday.  Visit https://davidmcguffin.com/ttt to browse them all.

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Budapest and Croatia Tour Information

Budapest and Croatia Tour Information

by | Oct 21, 2023 | Destinations, Travel Talk Tuesday

THE BEST OF BUDAPEST & CROATIA – LAND & SEA

in 13 days

Budapest – 2 nights

Osijek – 1 night

Zagrab – 1 night

Plitvice Lakes – 1 night

7 Night CRUISE –  Overnight Ports of Call:  Split – Trogir – Vis – Hvar – Korčula – Slano – Dubrovnik

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Main Deck Cabin $6878

Standard Cabin Below Deck $6478

Single Supplement = $1416 – $2394

Stradling the Danube River, Budapest is loaded with Hapsburg charm, temping thermal bathes, and a cuisine unlike any other in Europe.  Croatia’s Baranja region is loaded with cultural, tasty cuisine, grandeur churches, and Lippizzaner horses.  Zagreb, Croatia’s capital, is elegant and refined, a Habsburg mix of Vienna and Budapest. The Lakes of Plitvice National Park are an unusual mix of tropical greenery, azure lakes, and cascading waterfalls.  Then join an eight-day cruise along Croatia’s Adriatic coast aboard a luxury yacht that will exceed expectations. Fast and versatile, our ship will take you where the bigger vessels can’t go, from historic towns to secluded beaches. This itinerary, combined with David McGuffin’s expertise, is the perfect island-hopping cruise in Croatia.

David talks about his Cruising Croatia tour on his Travel Talk Tuesday VLog.

David talks about his Budapest & Croatia 6-day Driving tour on his Travel Talk Tuesday VLog.

CRUISING CROATIA in 8 days

7-Night CRUISE –  Overnight Ports of Call:  Split – Trogir – Vis – Hvar – Korčula – Slano – Dubrovnik

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Main Deck Cabin $4389

Standard Cabin Below Deck $3889

Single Supplement = $2390

Croatia is a diverse country stretching from the confluence of the Danube and Drava Rivers near Hurgary to its azure Adriatic shores.  It boasts a rich history and culture that has evolved over millennia.  This eight-day cruise along Croatia’s Adriatic coast features a luxury yacht that will exceed expectations.  Fast and versatile, our ship will take you where the bigger vessels can’t go, from historic towns to secluded beaches.  This itinerary, combined with David McGuffin’s expertise, is the perfect island-hopping cruise in Croatia.

BUDAPEST & CROATIA Driving tour in 6 days

Budapest – 2 nights

Osijek – 1 night

Zagrab – 1 night

Plitvice Lakes – 1 night

Ends in Split, Croatia on day 6 

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$2489 + air

Single Room Supplement = $250

Croatia is a diverse country stretching from the confluence of the Danube and Drava Rivers near Hurgary to its azure Adriatic shores.  It boasts a rich history and culture that has evolved over millennia.  This eight-day cruise along Croatia’s Adriatic coast features a luxury yacht that will exceed expectations.  Fast and versatile, our ship will take you where the bigger vessels can’t go, from historic towns to secluded beaches.  This itinerary, combined with David McGuffin’s expertise, is the perfect island-hopping cruise in Croatia.

Travel Talk Tuesday: October 17, 2023 – The Best of Budapest & Croatia

Travel Talk Tuesday: October 17, 2023 – The Best of Budapest & Croatia

by | Oct 19, 2023 | Destinations, Travel Talk Tuesday

There is a lot more to Croatia than the Adriatic coast and islands. The Plitvice Lakes are a breathtaking series of interconnected terraced lakes and cascading waterfalls. Zagreb, the capital city, is loaded with iconic architecture from the Habsburg dynasty. To the east lies lush green forests, wine vineyards, and villages almost forgotten in time. Moving into Hungary, Budapest offers thermal baths and Europe’s most magnificent cityscape along the Danube River.

There are many more episodes of Travel Talk Tuesday.  Visit https://davidmcguffin.com/ttt to browse them all.