I introduced readers to Professor Boguslaw Marek in the posts on Poland (links attached below). Bob is a professional colleague of Jay's, and she has kindly provided some background on his work and passion. His website (which is about to be upgraded) is www.hungryfingers.com. For all readers who are interested in resources for visually impaired children, … Continue reading Guest Post from Jay in Lublin: Professor Marek and his “Hungry Fingers”
An Aussie Abroad – Travel Stories
Back in 2013 this blog started its life as 55 Days with Gwen – the story of two months travelling the Balkans with our good friends Jay and Waddy.
Since then, it has grown to include much more.
Click on the drop-down boxes for stories of our travel adventures in a specific country or use the search box at right.
Saying Goodbye to Budapest
Finally the day has dawned not so bright, and from our hotel window we can see the tops of the trees swaying, and flags fluttering and tangling around their flag poles. When we venture out, I am only just warm enough in my short sleeved t-shirt. Some relief from the hot weather at last. A … Continue reading Saying Goodbye to Budapest
Bath Time in Budapest
Our tour of the Parliament House includes a Budapest city coach tour. We are driven past many of the major sites, including Heroes Square, which according to our guide is the nicest and biggest in Budapest. We end up on the Buda side of the city, and our coach off-loads us for some time in … Continue reading Bath Time in Budapest
The Reluctant Retiree 