I Am Standing In The Piazza Del Campo In Siena. Come Visit Here With Me! Hello friends, It’s been a while since I’ve written here on Adventures of Empty Nesters, and I’ve truly missed connecting with you in this space. The truth is, I’ve been busy writing somewhere new—on Substack, a fantastic platform that feels […]
One week into the trip we were both in need of a “do-nothing” morning. We slept late, read emails, I wrote while Tristan played computer games. When we finally got ourselves moving, we headed to Ximending, an area Tristan wanted to explore. That didn’t surprise me, Ximending is known as a “cool” entertainment center geared […]
Breakfast was another extravaganza of flavors and textures; each carefully explained in the multi-page menu. Before departing we did a bit of walking around The One hotel’s grounds. They are as well designed and immaculate as the building. Danny met us for our final day before returning to Taipei. Leaving the hotel, we passed by […]
The buffet at the La Lu Hotel surpassed any I’ve ever experienced, and that is saying a lot. The choices were endless and delicious. I tried several foods for the first time including loofah. Prior to this trip I only thought of a loofah as something to wash with. But Ivy Chen explained that if […]
Leaving the B&B was difficult because our host, Frank, kept bringing more and more fruits for us to try. We had plums and mangos from his garden as well as local lychees, peaches, and bananas. Then it was time for photographs in the garden. When at last we managed to say final goodbyes, we drove […]
We were up early to enter Taroko National Park. Because of the earthquake last year, the road is undergoing major repairs. There is a single tunnel to enter and exit and they are working on it, they only allow a few cars at specified times—6 am, 10am and 12pm were our choices. We took a […]
Unplug, unwind, and uncover the magic of South Carolina’s hidden mountain lake retreat. If you’ve been dreaming of misty mountain mornings, starry nights by the fire, and days filled with water, woods, and wonder, then Lake Jocassee is calling. Tucked away in the Blue Ridge Mountains of South Carolina, this crystal-clear lake is often described […]
Flamenco, food, and fiestas—without the financial hangover. Spain isn’t just a country—it’s a sensory explosion. From the Moorish palaces of Andalusia to the Gaudí-studded streets of Barcelona, from Madrid’s electric nightlife to Valencia’s silky beaches—this is a place where culture and joy are part of everyday life. Think it’s too expensive to enjoy it all? […]
Walk in the footsteps of pharaohs, sail the Nile, and unlock the secrets of an ancient civilization. From golden desert dunes to towering pyramids and temples etched with hieroglyphs, Egypt is more than just a destination—it’s a time machine that transports you back thousands of years. And what better way to explore the magic of […]
More than just a trip—it’s a sacred journey of faith, history, and transformation. For many Christians, visiting Israel is more than a vacation—it’s a pilgrimage. It’s the chance to walk in the footsteps of Jesus, to stand where the stories of the Bible unfolded, and to feel the spiritual heartbeat of the Holy Land. Whether […]
