Medinas, minarets and mountains in the Moroccan heartland
Elizabeth von Pier explores Morocco's heartland, staying in a Marakesh, exploring the High Atlas and continuing on to Ouarzazate and Casablanca.
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Elizabeth von Pier
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From Cape Cod to Cape Ann – and beyond
Elizabeth von Pier finds Covid cramps her travel style. In her latest journey she travels barely 40 miles from her Boston home.
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Etiquette lessons learned in Japan
For a first time visitor Japanese customs are unfamiliar and daunting. Elizabeth von Pier has learned some useful lessons, including how to operate their high-tech loos.
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Turkish delights in Istanbul’s many markets
Elizabeth von Pier explores the frenetic world of Turkey's finest markets in the capital city, Istanbul.
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Tasting Greek wines in the hills near Olympia
As a wine producer Greece has come a long way. Gone are the days of floor-cleaner retsina. Elizabeth von Pier tours a top vineyard near the village of Koskina.
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Tequila donkeys and giants at San Miguel de Allende, Mexico
San Miguel de Allende's greatest fiesta celebrates their own patron saint, San Miguel. Elizabeth von Pier takes to the streets.
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Tea time in Tokyo: a formal experience
Tea in Japan is a very ceremonial occasion. Elizabeth von Pier tucks up on a tatami mat and drinks green tea from a bowl.
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Cave churches and fairy chimneys in deepest Cappadocia
Elizabeth von Pier explores the cave churches and fairy chimneys of Turkey's Cappadocia region.
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Waffles, beer and chocolate in Dinant, Belgium
The small town of Dinant is Belgium's saxophone city. Elizabeth von Pier, however, is there for the biscuits.
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Singing to the King of Thailand
Even the new King of Thailand commands serious respect. It's his birthday so Elizabeth von Pier pays her respects.
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Petra by horse, mule, and donkey
Among the highlights of Jordan, Petra is undoubtedly the most dramatic. Elizabeth von Pier saddles up a horse at dawn.
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Greece: catching the highlights of Athens in one day
Want to see Greece's capital but have limited time? Elizabeth von Pier explores Athens in just one day.
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Wine-tasting in the hills around Olympia
Olympia might be the mountain of the Gods, but Elizabeth von Pier finds a very contemporary viniculture in the heart of Greece that would make them proud. And, possibly, pissed.
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Hygge and happiness in Copenhagen
Denmark's capital has a wonderful atmosphere. Elizabeth von Pier settles down for a Danish.
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Fairy chimneys, cave churches and underground cities
Turkey's Cappadocia region is an iconic destination. Elizabeth von Pier tours the world's most indiosyncratic desert destinations.
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A taste of Turkish Delight in the markets of Istanbul
Elizabeth von Pier takes tea and time to explore the shopping opportunities in Turkey's greatest city.
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How I spent 48 hours in Madrid
Elizabeth Von Pier strides out to explore Spain's capital city in two short days. And she doesn't waste any time.
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Gaudi’s Barcelona buildings: tourist traps or treasure troves?
The Catalan Capital is famous for many things, but one of it's most famous are the fantastical buildings designed by its most famous architect. Elizabeth von Pier explores Gaudi's sensational landmarks.
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Al Ain: Abu Dhabi’s oasis in the desert
Abu Dhabi is known for its eponymous capital city, but few people visit Al Ain, the Emirate's second city. Elizabeth von Pier finds enchantment in the desert.
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Surprised and charmed by Frankfurt
In Germany's financial heartland, former banker Elizabeth von Pier feels very much at home. She almost declares, a la Kennedy, 'Ich bin ein Frankfurter'.
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Jordan’s deserted desert castles
Lured away by Petra and other headline sights, few visitors to Jordan head fifty miles out of Amman to explore ancient castles marooned in sand. Elizabeth von Pier finds the experience peaceful and entrancing.
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Medinas, minarets and mountains in Morocco
From the city of Marrakesh, Elizabeth von Pier takes a leisurely tour of the spectacular Atlas mountains, discovering a world of kasbahs and chasms and a taste of Arab culture.
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Toltecs and tortillas on a genteel tour of Mexico
Mexico's wonders are effortlessly brought to Elizabeth von Pier as she tours San Miguel and the Yucutan Peninsula, with its wealth of current culture and ancient ruins.
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