Cruising the Paris Seine by Notre Dame

Cruising the Paris Seine by Notre Dame

In summer, Paris has late sunsets at 10 pm and it seems like whole town is all along the Seine.  The Bateaux Pariseine cruises up and down the Seine river, and you are left with the feeling that French know how to live life.  You see party boats, friends picnicing on...
Hanging out at Trafalgar Square

Hanging out at Trafalgar Square

Trafalgar Square with its huge lion statues is featured in many British movies and TV shows.  There’s a road called the Mall (pronounced MAAL) behind that post called Nelson’s Column, which leads you all the way to Buckingham Palace in 200 yards.  Behind...
Cloud Gate or Bean ?

Cloud Gate or Bean ?

Chicago is delightful in the summer !  The famous sculpture is created by Indian-born British artist Sir Anish Kapoor, that is the centerpiece of AT&T Plaza at Millennium Park.  Be sure to see the Art Institute – a museum with a world-class art collection....
What’s under the Louvre Pyramid ?

What’s under the Louvre Pyramid ?

There’s a vast underground part to the Louvre, and actually it’s the recommended way to get here.   You can enter from the Paris subway station, and there is a good food court.  Go early to beat the crowds.  Plus waiting in line inside is better than...