Monthly Archives: December 2011

This morning as I was reading our national newspaper, The Globe & Mail, my eye was drawn to the photo of the late former Czech president, Vaclav Havel who died this week and is being mourned by the citizens of … Continue reading

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The TourMagination Oberammergau Christmas Market tour has come to an end. Yesterday we enjoyed our morning tour to the magnificent Neuschwanstein Castle. Neuschwanstein Castle On the drive to the castle, we were reminded how unusual the weather is this December. … Continue reading

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This afternoon we gathered in front of the Ammerhaus for the opening ceremony of the 2011 Oberammergau Christmas Market. Opening the Christmas Market Four men played Alpine horns to welcome the visitors. In the words of welcome, the MC thanked … Continue reading

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The TourMagination tour began with tour members departing from Lester B. Pearson International Airport, Toronto and Liberty International Airport in Newark last evening. Both groups departed late but arrived 30 minutes early due to a strong tail wind. We departed … Continue reading

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This afternoon I was talking with Audley Nugent, our driver-guide in Jamaica. We reviewed the program for our Jamaica – Its People, Natural Beauty and Fruits tour from January 20-29, 2012. Audley Nugent Audley has made many friends in the … Continue reading

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