The monkey’s ship moored in dense fog at Port Modoc, a small, gateway village to Bordeaux country in Southwestern France. The traveling simians were coming ashore for a day trip through the wine country and a visit to the city … Continue reading Bonjour, Bordeaux
With a stunning sunrise on the horizon, World Traveler drops anchor at little La Palais on the island of Belle Ile, France. Belle Isle means beautiful island, and this is one of those places that lives up to its moniker. The small … Continue reading Belle Île, France
Kongo arrives in Douarnenez, a small town on the north coast of France. Not everyone was happy to see the monkey arrive in Brittany. As the ship dropped anchor a group of young cruise ship protesters lined the quay waving … Continue reading Douarnenez, France
A scant 28 miles west of Lands End, England lies the island group known as the Isles of Scilly. Kongo is willing to bet a few bananas that most of his readers (at least those in the USA) have never … Continue reading Isles of Scilly
On Kongo’s final full day in Ireland, the little monkey troop headed out for some more culture and sightseeing. First stop was St. Patrick’s Cathedral, just a brief walk from the hotel. This amazing structure dates its beginnings to 1220. It is … Continue reading Farewell Ireland
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