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Travel: Arc de Triomphe
The Arc de Triomphe is a monument in Paris and it’s a memorial to honour the soldiers who fought in the fought and died for France in the Revolutionary and Napoleon Wars. There are 660 names inscribed in the stone. Arc de Triomphe The monument isn’t very tall – only about 13 floors, yet when you’re walking it up certainly feels like a lot! If you’re looking to get a pic right in front of the arch like we did above, you’ll have to dart…
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Travel: Las Vegas Snapshot
We’re in Las Vegas! So, let’s check out this Las Vegas Snapshot for a quick little highlight of our trip thus far. With 3 nights and 4 full, very full days, we’ve done a lot and still have a lot to do! Leaving the freezing cold of Edmonton (it was -44 with the windchill in the past week – happy we’re not there, now) for the warm fall-like days of January in Nevada, we’re happy. Happy sleeping in, seeing shows (oh, the shows!) and enjoying…
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Travel: Eiffel Tower Paris
The Eiffel Tower Paris is one of those icon worldly travel sights you just need to see. Even if you don’t travel up to the top, or spend much time there, you need to just look out the window of your taxi to see it. For me, it’s like a symbol of yes, I’m a traveller. I made it the 7000+ km across the ocean. So cool. The weird part, it’s a bit ugly. Brown, not black, and for reasons I can appreciate, the base…
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Travel: Sacré-Cœur Basilica
Sacré-Cœur Basilica is a sight to see in Paris. Not only is it a beautifully historic building, it also offers spectacular views of the city. The hike up makes it worth having a snack and taking a break. Sacré-Cœur Basilica You can take the metro as close as you can, yet do enjoy the winding walk that will take you about 20-25 minutes to reach the top. If you like people watching, this is the place. Turn your jacket inside out and take a seat.…
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Travel: Metro in Paris
Metro in Paris is an easy way to get around. It’s flexible and the schedule is full of so many trains coming and going. The one tricky part is the tickets. We got the carnet in a 10 pack, so for 14.90 euro. A good deal. Now, what’s tricky? The part is how they are used. We were told by the metro agent that the tickets are only good for one way – no transfers. Yet on more than 7 occasions (and actually just not…
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Travel: Montparnasse Tower
Montparnasse Tower – the best views in Paris. Well, to see the city, anyway. We got the 48 hour pass, where you could visit twice – once during the day and then again at night. Well worth it. The views are so different at night versus during the day. Be sure to check it out for some awesome city views. Montparnasse Tower No need to buy your ticket ahead of time – there is no cost savings (or wasn’t at the time we went) and…
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Recipe: Pico de Gallo
Pico de Gallo – it’s like a fresh chunky salsa. So delicious. We eat it with chips, on chicken or even in tacos to add some freshness. Either way, it’s well worth the time to dice up those tomatoes into tiny pieces. Ingredients 6 roma tomato 1/2 of a white onion 2 tablespoons of cilantro 1 teaspoon of garlic 2 teaspoons of lime juice dash of hot sauce salt to taste Deseed the tomatoes and cut them into equal sizes – about 1/4-1/8 of an…
