One of the places recommended to me by local cyclists was Devínska Kobyla. It is the highest point in Bratislava, and in the Devon Carpathians. Its peak elevation is 514 m, and it has a prominence of 300m. Last week, when I said to some locals that I had cycled partway up a mountain with a peak ofContinue reading “Bratislava 2 – Day 15”
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Bratislava 2 – Day 3
I was in bed for 11 hours, but unfortunately didn’t sleep for all that, as I had a migraine that woke me and persisted despite medication for a few hours, but then I slept well, and woke refreshed. We had an excellent breakfast in the hotel, which is included in the room rate. They haveContinue reading “Bratislava 2 – Day 3”
Bratislava 2 – Day 1&2
This is Michael’s 11th, and my second, trip to Bratislava. My first trip was in April of this year. It started poorly with the limo not arriving, and Cindy coming to the rescue to drive us to the airport in our car. This time we ordered a taxi and it was in the driveway aContinue reading “Bratislava 2 – Day 1&2”
Buffalo Getaway – Day 4
We awoke, dressed, packed, checked out, and drove to Wegman’s for breakfast. While yesterday’s hotel breakfast was good and relaxing, it just wasn’t worth three times the amount it cost at the grocery store coffee counter. Having said that, though, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Hotel Henry and enjoyed our dinners. I would definitelyContinue reading “Buffalo Getaway – Day 4”
Friday October 3 – Humber College North Campus Visit
Today Megan and I visited the Humber College North Campus. It is one of five campuses that we plan to visit to help Megan decide where to go next year. The campus is quite close to home – only about 15 minutes by car – and easily accessible by public transit. I was surprised toContinue reading “Friday October 3 – Humber College North Campus Visit”