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More Cartagena

Posted on November 19, 2019 by volovecto

As we’ve become more familiar with the streets and the neighborhoods, we decided to walk from the old town to the fort, Castillo San Felipe. The main gate to the old walled city Through the main gate, past Getsemani, and … Continue reading →

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Getsemani. Cartagena Today.

Posted on November 18, 2019 by volovecto

If the old walled city is the Cartagena of history and the past, then Getsemani is the Cartagena of the here and now. We left our hotel around 4 pm and walked out the main gate of the walled city … Continue reading →

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Cartagena. Things to do within the old walled city.

Posted on November 17, 2019 by volovecto

We are staying within the old city. There is a lot to see and it is very clean. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site after all. But Cartagena is no longer “undiscovered” and cruise ships now stop here. There … Continue reading →

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Cartagena, Colombia. First Impression.

Posted on November 16, 2019 by volovecto

Three years ago my sister tried to get me to travel with her to Cartagena, and I declined. That was a mistake, but she finally got me here. This is a colorful, vibrant city. We arrived on a direct flight … Continue reading →

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Another October In Oregon

Posted on October 24, 2019 by volovecto

Last October the Oregon weather was sunny and warm.  Not so this year.  Just a few sunny days mixed with clouds and rain.   October weather is always a toss up, sometimes nice, sometimes not. My mother’s geraniums. But my one … Continue reading →

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Nicaragua Unveiled

Posted on September 17, 2019 by volovecto

The two volcanoes on the island of Ometepe in Lake Nicaragua are Concepcion and Maderas. Lake Nicaragua is the largest lake in Central America and is home to the only freshwater sharks in the world. The name Nicaragua comes from … Continue reading →

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Messing Around Orquidea del Sur

Posted on September 17, 2019 by volovecto

We had a few days to explore the area around Orquidea del Sur. One morning we all climbed into the four wheel drive ATV’s and got a tour of the area. There are a few developments in the area with … Continue reading →

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The Old Men (and Woman) and the Sea

Posted on September 15, 2019 by volovecto

We pulled out of the resort at 0515 am, headed to the small port town of San Juan del Sur. There we loaded up Hog Tide, a 32′ Panga, with coolers of food and beverages. I was impressed with the … Continue reading →

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Off The Beaten Path In Nicaragua

Posted on September 14, 2019 by volovecto

If your idea of heaven on earth is similar to mine; swim suit temperatures, deserted beaches, soft warm breezes, cold drinks, and a view, then you would agree that I have found a slice of it here. I am on … Continue reading →

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Notes On Gotland

Posted on August 25, 2019 by volovecto

Windmills: We saw many picturesque old windmills while driving around Gotland, and some newer ones too.  One day we drove out to an area where we saw many large new windmills. Sweden aims to be carbon neutral in 2045.  In … Continue reading →

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