Surviving the Oxi Pass in Iceland
The story of surviving the Öxi Pass in Iceland. The Öxi Pass is a mountain pass located in Eastern Iceland at an elevation of 1,768 feet above the sea level.
Jim Dorsey
January 15, 2021
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Four favorite Iceland waterfalls
Our four favorite Iceland waterfalls. During our 2-week stay we were blessed with unusually good late fall weather allowing us to comfortably explore many parts of this glorious island.
Jim Dorsey
January 12, 2021
Heavy surf at Ponta da Ferraria
Although Hurricane Epsilon was downgraded to Tropical Storm the wind and waves approaching the westernmost point of Ponta Da Ferraria were massive.
Jim Dorsey
December 31, 2020
Isle of Skye
Visiting a major tourist destination without the tourists. The Isle of Skye is located off Scotland?s northwest coast and is the largest island in the inner Hebrides archipelago.
Jim Dorsey
January 2, 2021
Touring the Gorreana Tea Plantation
While exploring the island of Sao Miguel in the Azores Archipelago we discovered the Gorreana Tea Plantation.
Jim Dorsey
December 4, 2020
Centro de Artes Contemporneas
In the middle of the Atlantic ocean a multidisciplinary Center for the Contemporary Arts rises up like a nascent volcano.
Jim Dorsey
December 1, 2020
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
December 1, 2020
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
November 27, 2020
Life and Sourdough Bread
The Story of a Home Baker and Her Passion for the Art of Sourdough Bread
Laila Nercessian
November 27, 2020
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
November 29, 2020
Victoria the Umbrella Lady
Victoria, an energetic, passionate woman nearing her 80?s runs a small market kiosk in Santiago de Compostela keeping an old world craft alive.
Jim Dorsey
November 27, 2020
Appreciating the Caledonian Canal
Our time spent experiencing the Caledonian Canal gave us a greater understanding and appreciation for why it is recognized worldwide as one of the greatest waterway engineering projects ever accomplished.
Jim Dorsey
November 29, 2020
Howth Fishing Village
The past, present and future of Howth through the eyes of a seasoned fishmonger.
Jim Dorsey
November 29, 2020
Discovering Sprout & Co.
While spending time in Dublin, Ireland we discovered Sprout & Co., a farm to bowl (and wrap) chain that farms, and supplies, their own produce.
Jim Dorsey
December 4, 2020
Sawers Market
Sawers is a family owned business established in 1897 that prides itself on stocking an extensive range of quality foods from around the world.
Jim Dorsey
November 29, 2020
Fort William to Glasgow Train Ride
Thus began our day as we departed from Fort William to Glasgow on a nearly four hour journey by train through the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park, Scotland’s first National Park.
Jim Dorsey
November 29, 2020
A fish lover’s dilemma
There were once eight fishmongers in the Victorian Market where Duncan Fraser still does business. Today, Duncan Fraser is the sole survivor.
Jim Dorsey
November 29, 2020
Savoring Scotland’s Water of Life
There are many things in this world that I cannot legitimately lay claim to knowing much about. A ?toe-in-the-water? knowledge of whiskey, (The Water of Life) would be one.
Jim Dorsey
November 29, 2020
Edinburgh Castle
The whole of the United Kingdom, as well as many parts of Europe, are dotted with mighty castles and fortresses, all with their own amazing tales to tell. In Scotland however, there are few castles with the storied history that the 12th-century Edinburgh Castle can lay claim to.
Jim Dorsey
November 29, 2020
The Cheese House in Cromarty
We completed our late afternoon excursion to the Cromarty Cheese House by choosing an excellent 18 month Gouda from a region in North-Holland that was originally the sea.
Jim Dorsey
November 29, 2020
