The York of Yore
By Ted Heck We Americans can boast with equanimity about our English heritage that was recently celebrated with the 400th anniversary of the settling of Jamestown. Citizens of the walled city of York in northeast England wouldn’t be impressed. They can go back in time 20 centuries and more, with a rich history that transcends […]
Bed and Breakfast and Beyond Smiling Service in the English Countryside
By Ted Heck Richard Stewart of Keswick, a charming village in England’s famed Lake District, is more gregarious than a gaggle of geese. He has the right temperament to be host of a bed and breakfast with his significant other Linda Williamson. Connie and I found their Dunsford guest house in Rick Steves’ excellent guide […]
The Queen Sends Her Best
Had she known we were in town, no doubt the Queen would have invited us over to the palace for a spot of afternoon tea. But, we didn’t want to bother her highness, so we never told her we were coming. This was our fifth trip to London in the past decade. I figured, finally, […]
Leonardo da Vinci
By Bob Enzel And now we have da Vinci on display. What a great summer for art enthusiasts. The Exhibit will be at the Victoria and Albert Museum in London and is one element of the Universal Leonardo. da Vinci’s work in art, science and technology. A series of linked exhibitions and scientific investigations will […]
The Flower Show in Chelsea
By Bob Enzel London – May 23 -27 Visit England for one of the world’s largest garden extravaganzas. The grounds of the Royal Hospital in Chelsea are transformed into a plant paradise with thousands of blooms and a selection of spectacular gardens. Find out about new plants that will be launched at the show and […]
