Europe and the United Kingdom, Historic Sites, History, Holidays, Opinion, Outdoors, Style, Traditions, Travel, Uncategorized, Vacation, Writing

Catalonia, Spain

The first in a five-part series, the Cranky Camper introduces our adventures in the sunny Catalonia region of Spain and southern France during the Christmas holidays.

Europe and the United Kingdom, Family, Opinion, Uncategorized, Writing

Praying for Prague

Trigger warning: Gun violence and vicarious trauma The Cranky Camper reflects on the tragedy at Charles University in Prague, Czech Republic. On the afternoon of December 21, 2023, a troubled student walked into the Philosophy Faculty and fired on students and staff as well as visitors to Jan Palach Square.

Breakfast, Brunch, Coffee, Dessert, Dinner, Europe and the United Kingdom, Family, Food, Lunch, Style, Travel, Uncategorized, Vacation, Wine, Wine and Drink, Writing

What Not to Order at a Czech Restaurant

With all the fabulous dining options in Prague, the Cranky Camper learns the one thing not to get while in a Czech pub.

Brunch, Christmas, Europe and the United Kingdom, Family, Food, Historic Sites, Holidays, Shopping, Style, Travel, Uncategorized, Wine, Writing

Prague Christmas Markets

Christmas markets are a popular tradition in Europe. The Christmas markets in Prague proved to be lovely places to purchase holiday gifts and souvenirs, as well as enjoy hot cider and holiday snacks.

Dinner, Europe and the United Kingdom, Family, Hiking, Historic Sites, Kids, Outdoors, Parenting, pets, Rabbits, Shopping, Style, Travel, Uncategorized, Vacation, Writing

Farmer’s Markets and Family Dinners in Prague

With visits to Stromovka and outings with the bunny, the Cranky Camper family enjoys a slower pace while in Prague, making core memories along the way.