Tag Archives: train

It’s a Fairytale Town, Isn’t It?

Posted on November 24, 2017 by isherri

Cyndi and I got a late start, but eventually set out for Bruges. We caught the metro to Central Station and picked up a waffle before we hopped on the train. The waffles in Belgium deserve their reputation. Just a … Continue reading →

Posted in Life Story | Tagged #sistersvisit2017, #streetart, Belgium, Bruges, Brugge, choco story, doors, friets museum, little noses, train | 2 Comments

A Rainy Day in Ghent

Posted on November 23, 2017 by isherri

Cyndi and I decided to spend the day in Ghent. It was cold and rainy so we bundled up and grabbed some umbrellas and took off. We took the Metro to the train station and arrived early enough to get … Continue reading →

Posted in Life Story | Tagged Brussels, Bus, family, Ghent, Gravensteen Castle, history, thanksgiving, train, Travel, Waffles | 2 Comments

Happy Birthday, Marines!

Posted on November 21, 2017 by isherri

After landing in Luxembourg, I caught a train to Brussels. I upgraded to first class but as soon as I boarded I realized it was clearly a commuter train and there was no difference between the cars except the one … Continue reading →

Posted in Getting Around, Life Story | Tagged #sistersvisit2017, Brussels, Luxembourg, sisters, train, Travel, USMC Ball, wine | Leave a comment

Christmas Eve at the Christmas Market

Posted on December 26, 2016 by isherri

I was really excited to explore Vancouver so I had a quick breakfast in the lounge and then headed out to see the city. That’s when I learned I wasn’t actually staying in Vancouver. I was in the next city … Continue reading →

Posted in Getting Around, Life Story | Tagged #xmasinbc, Canada, Canada Place, Christmas market, holiday, train, Travel, vacation, vacay, Vancouver | Leave a comment

A Wee Bit of Time in Stirling

Posted on December 29, 2014 by isherri

On my last day in Scotland, I was on my own. Amanda, Kyle and Scott were traveling to London to spend a few days. I started my day with my usual breakfast and then decided to put my time to … Continue reading →

Posted in Getting Around, Life Story | Tagged castle, Christmas, Church of the Holy Rude, Edinburgh, fish and chips, graveyard, haggis, holiday, pub, Scotland, Stirling, Stirling Castle, train | 1 Comment

Finding Friends in Zurich

Posted on November 28, 2014 by isherri

My flight from Paris to Zürich was only an hour long. I was seated in the Premium Economy class, which apparently Air France takes VERY seriously. Soon after take off they brought me a lovely lunch with some honey drenched shrimp, … Continue reading →

Posted in Getting Around, Life Story | Tagged Air France, cheese, chocolate, holiday, Switzerland, thanksgiving, train, train station, vacation, Zurich | Leave a comment

Making our Way to Manly

Posted on August 2, 2014 by isherri

The final day of work in Sydney began with a brisk walk to the Smith Family office. The Smith Family is a children’s charity helping disadvantaged Australian children to get the most out of their education. We were joined by … Continue reading →

Posted in Getting Around, Life Story | Tagged Australia, ferry, Manly, Pie, Sydney, the Rocks, Tim Tams, train | Leave a comment

The Friendliest People in the World

Posted on February 28, 2014 by isherri

As soon as we arrived in Amsterdam, Jenni, Pearl and I picked up our iAmsterdam City Cards and walked to the train station. Turns out it’s a lot easier to buy train tickets at the kiosks in Amsterdam than in Paris. … Continue reading →

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