Travel Destinations
Bordeaux
Situated on the Garonne river, Bordeaux is the epicenter of the famed wine growing region and a fascinating city to discover by tram on foot or by river taxi.
Jim Dorsey
July 29, 2020
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Hikes & Walks
Pico Do Vara Hike
Exceptional weather beckoned us to summit Pico da Vara, the highest mountain on the island of Sao Miguel
Jim Dorsey
July 4, 2020
Travel Stories
Garden party at Furnas Lake
Today we had the good fortune to spend the afternoon with our hosts, the Camara family, along with some of their family and friends and enjoy a garden party at Furnas Lake
Jim Dorsey
June 15, 2020
Hikes & Walks
Mata-Jardim Jose Do Canto
For months the Mata-Jardim Gardens have been closed due to COVID19. We had the chance to enjoy this Valley of the Ferns and waterfall totally alone.
Jim Dorsey
June 11, 2020
Food & Markets
Bringing in the daily catch
Witnessing thousands of fish being off-loaded, sorted, weighed and sent to auction is a window into another world.
Jim Dorsey
June 2, 2020
Food & Markets
Fishing at Peixaria Almeida
Peixaria Almeida fishmarket, on the north shore of the island, is a fish lover’s dream. Once we discovered it we became weekly regulars!
Jim Dorsey
June 1, 2020
Travel Stories
Make hay while the sun shines
The ritual of harvesting hay is carried out each spring on the islands of the Azores. Witnessing it firsthand was a fascinating experience.
Jim Dorsey
May 30, 2020
Hotels & Resorts
Herdade do Ananas Stay
Herdade do Ananas boutique hotel just outside Ponta Delgada on the island of Sao Miguel. Our stay on a pineapple plantation!
Jim Dorsey
May 26, 2020
Travel Stories
Surfing on Sao Miguel island
Now that we are free to roam we are spending more time outside exploring the island’s famous beaches and fish market.
Jim Dorsey
May 20, 2020
Travel Stories
The Romeiros of Sao Miguel
Here on the island of Sao Miguel, 900 miles off the coast of Portugal, the pilgrims are known as Romeiros and their centuries-old legacy is rooted in an all-consuming faith.
Jim Dorsey
May 15, 2020
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Serendipi-Tea
First stop was the overlook at Salto do Cavalo. The second-highest peak on the island.
Jim Dorsey
May 15, 2020
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Japanese Cedar Stripping
Thirty feet and a thousand pounds of pencil straight Japanese cedar recently came crashing down in the woods near our cabin. It sounded like thunder but there was no storm.
Jim Dorsey
May 6, 2020
Travel Stories
The king of tuna
Fish lovers around the world know all too well that bluefin tuna is the king of tuna. Prized for its rich taste and buttery texture, bluefin has no rivals.
Jim Dorsey
May 3, 2020
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In the swing of things
Today brought sunshine after another night, and morning, of heavy rain with strong winds. Several trees are down and many of the meadows near the lake have turned into small lakes. The local ducks appear overjoyed with all their temporary aquatic options.
Jim Dorsey
April 23, 2020
Travel Stories
The kids are alright
On a bright sunny afternoon, after five months of waiting, a new beginning was celebrated with the farm’s goat giving birth to two sweet kids, one male and one female.
Jim Dorsey
April 17, 2020
Travel Stories
Our stay at Troy’s Barn
Staying in a barn may not be everybody’s cup of tea. Even if it is in England.
However, staying in a renovated sheep barn that has been converted into a cozy studio with a large, comfortable bed, full kitchen, bathroom with a shower and tub might just change your mind.
Jim Dorsey
April 13, 2020
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Waiting on the kids
Of the three remaining goats at the farm (two others went to ?market?) one of them is expecting within the next 2-3 weeks. We are keeping a daily vigil as she is getting quite big.
Jim Dorsey
April 11, 2020
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Some like it hot
Between weeding the various beds and investigating what could be harvested for dinner that evening I came across several deep red chili peppers.
Jim Dorsey
April 9, 2020
Travel Stories
Spring has Sprung
The surrounding hills and valleys are blooming with reckless abandon. Gorse is everywhere, with its brilliant yellow flowers as calla lilies flourish out of damp, grassy meadows.
Jim Dorsey
April 7, 2020
Travel Stories
Help, Help
This morning brought sunshine with the usual chorus of birds urging us to wake up and get outside. We were oh-so happy to comply…Help, Help is just the funny story of a normal day in the Azores.
Jim Dorsey
April 4, 2020
