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The Magic Returns: The 133rd Tournament of Roses

After a hiatus due to the Covid19 pandemic, the Tournament of Roses parade returns to Pasadena, California- and with special significance for the Cranky Camper family.

Europe and the United Kingdom, Family, Historical sites, history, outdoors, Style, traditions, Travel, Uncategorized, Vacation

Český Krumlov

rom the moment we stepped off the bus at the station in Český Krumlov, it felt as though we were stepping into a fairy tale. The sweeping views of a medieval town nestled into rolling hills with the vibrant colors of autumn were like those one could find in a story book. And of course, no fairy tale would be complete without a castle, and the Krumlov Castle does not disappoint. It even has a moat filled not with water, but with bears.

Europe and the United Kingdom, Historical sites, holidays, Shopping, Style, Travel, Uncategorized, Vacation

The Cranky Camper Guide to Air Travel… sort of

The Cranky Camper shares her thoughts on various airports in the United States and abroad. Included in this post is video of her driving in the U.K. for the first time.