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Historic York
Continuing on our series of day trips from London, last Saturday Kenz and I went up to the historic city of York compliments of our friend Reed. Last year, on the last leg…
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Stratford upon Avon: Birthplace of Shakespeare
Having recently attended the critically acclaimed show of Richard III at the Old Vic Theatre featuring Kevin Spacey, we thought it would be most appropriate to pay homage to the birthplace of William…
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Hong Kong – Live in London!
Hong Kong offers visitors the opportunity to experience a unique fusion of cultures where east meets west; a vibrant place where the modern blends seamlessly with tradition, therein creating a global city which…
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BBC Proms at the Royal Albert Hall
Last week a friend of mine asked me to Proms. Prom? As in a high school prom? But didn’t you graduate from high school some ten years ago? Yes, I did and no,…
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International Friendly: Brazil vs. Ghana
Last night Kenz and I went to our very first football game in London (that would be soccer for all you Americans) with our group of Brazilian friends to watch an International Friendly…
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Guide Through the District of the Lakes
This past Bank Holiday weekend Kenz and I had to the opportunity to visit one of the most beautiful corners of England – the Lake District. Located in the modern county of Cumbria…
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Richard III: The Old Vic Theatre
Every once in a while, but not often, you have the opportunity and distinct pleasure of viewing a truly epic performance. Although there are a number of great shows out there which, when…
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Weekend Wedding in the Bordeaux Wine Region
Last weekend Kenz and I attended our second summer wedding of the year, this time in a small village in the Bordeaux wine region. We met this wonderful couple through the groom’s brother…
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The London Riots
One week has passed since widespread rioting and indiscriminate looting swept through London and to other parts of England. In neighborhoods across London, Manchester, Birmingham, and Liverpool damaged storefronts remain boarded and burnt…
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Gastronomic Tour of San Francisco
When asked what we missed most about San Francisco, our immediate response is generally the following: friends and family, sun and blue skies, and the food. Oh, the food for sure. We miss…
