The Woman in Gold movie inspired us to pay a call on a remarkable painting. The film tells the true story of Austrian refugee Maria Altmann. This extraordinary painting, covered in gold gilt, is of Adele Bloch-Bauer, Altmann’s aunt. It is now the centerpiece of the Austrian art collection at the Neue Galerie New York. We also enjoyed a posh breakfast at Sarabeths with pancakes and a house-made English muffin.
One of the best free atttractions in NYC is the stunning New York Public Library’s Stephen A. Schwarzman Building in Midtown Manhattan. It’s a masterpiece of Beaux-Arts architecture. Click through to see its majestic interiors. You’ll fall in love, too! Includes the Library Way.
New York City is crazy for Christmas and famous for extravagant holiday decor. But you may go insane battling the crowds on 5th Avenue. Stay calm and stay where you are. I’ll show you the windows, the lights, the trees, all the merry madness!
Happy holidays, all! Last Christmas I made my very first visit to New York City. This revised post reviews some of the NYC Christmastime fun we had. I’ll be in NYC again in couple weeks, and will be able to regale you with even more New York holiday activities. Doin’ the touristy Christmas in…
Cascade River State Park is one of the best Minnesota parks and my personal camping favorite. It has lakeshore, waterfalls, proximity to Grand Marais and nice bathrooms!
The Minnesota North Shore of Lake Superior is one of the most beautiful coastlines in the USA. Come with me on a road trip up the North Shore Scenic Drive and I’ll show you the best stops along the way, from candy to rocks, state parks and a glorious harbor town.
