Market Day in Puno

Puno is not a particularly attractive destination, a port city used as the jumping off point for day trips to Lake Titicaca, or so we’ve read. It’s Saturday morning in Puno, and we go out to explore the city. This will be our last stop before moving on from Peru. To our delight, it’s market day…

Aix in the Heart of Provence

Our pleasant stay in Aix began the night before, with an enjoyable meal at Crêpes, Cidre et Compagnie. The next morning, well rested, we started with a stroll through the city of a thousand fountains. Within a short walk from the Old Quarter, we found L’Atelier de Paul Cézanne (Cezanne’s Studio) — for art enthusiasts, a…

Snacking in the Streets of Turkey

Grabbing a bite to eat on the street is very much part of local life in Turkey. The wide selection of treats offered by street vendors tempted us over and over during our trip, and by the end, a few had become a part of our daily diet. Cheap and healthy–can’t complain about that. On…