A reminder to observe your world, no matter how close to home you are traveling: How many times do I walk into Rosy Tomorrow’s restaurant in Danbury, Conn. without noticing a sign posted outside? I have multiple opportunities to learn one more tidbit about the Revolutionary War, and I am oblivious. The British, coming from…
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Staying Centered at the Dublin Central Inn
The Bashful Aventurer selects the Dublin Central Inn because of its location and affordability. But will she like it?
Dining in Dublin at Le Bon Crubeen
A Taste of Ireland for Carnivores and Herbivores Our first night in Ireland, the Brawny Sherpa and I stumble upon Le Bon Crubeen at the recommendation of the front-desk attendants at our nearby hotel. I was skeptical of their recommendation, one, because the two at the front desk, just judging by our banter, don’t exactly…
Driving in Ireland
Getting Around on the Wrong Side of the Road Driving on the right side of the car on the left side of the road turned out to be more challenging than I thought it would be on a recent trip to Ireland. Basically, a driver and a front-seat passenger need to be on constant alert…
A Hint of Home in Rome
Why would a tourist bother to visit McDonald’s Rome? The Bashful Adventurer finds out.
On a Clear Day, You Can See Chicago
Chicago is the sort of place you visit for a limited purpose, to see an exhibit at the Art Institute, to tag along on a companion’s business trip, to attend the Blues Festival, to shop the Magnificent Mile. In short, it’s a town that tends to be taken in smaller bites. You might mix your…
Stasis in Sculpture
David Stands, but Unique Forms of Continuity in Space Rocks As much as I love Michelangelo’s David (that stone! that body!), it’s a work of art that’s made to be adored. And indeed it is. David just stands there, commanding our attention. But what I love about more contemporary sculpture is its potential for action….
Notre Dame Then or Now: How Would You Draw It?
Notre Dame Cathedral has long inspired artists. How should the newest version of Our Lady of Paris be drawn?
Madison Square Convenience
The Bashful Adventurer checks out a hotel desirably close to Madison Square Garden. But will it be any good?
The Matisse Dance: Practice/Perfection
The Dance of Matisse in New York and Russia Henri Matisse’s Dance works appear in practice form in the Museum of Modern Art in New York City and in their final version in its Hermitage in Saint Petersburg, Russia. The work was commissioned in 1909 by a Russian patron. Which do you prefer?…