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Does U.S. News now control UF’s destiny?

Hey what’s even dumber than hiring a football coach – at a king’s ransom – on the expectation that he’s…

In which I return to the scene of my youthful crime

Well I’m not the kind to live in the pastThe years run too short and the days too fastThe things…

A couple a hours here, there and everywhere

Long story short. After our exotic river boat excursion down the Rhône River we made a death defying decision. We…

A couple a hours on Mount Ventoux

Ok, so I got soft. Glomming on wine and cheese in Paris. Cruising down the Rhône on a luxury river…

A couple a hours in Viviers and Arles

Continuing my quest for wisdom and insight into the human condition as I make my way down the Rhône…. …I…

Field notes from atop Paris

When I visit the Eiffel Tower I am less taken by the spectacular views of Paris from the top than…

A couple a hours cycling Lyon

I’m just going to say this and let the chips fall where they may” I lyke Lyon. (Hey, don’t blame…

A couple a hours in Tournus…oh, and Macon

OK, things are really starting to get interesting in my AMA river boat excursion down the Saone and Rhône rivers.…

A couple a hours in a real interesting place

Listen, if you are anything like me, you are: A: A sophisticated word traveler B: A trained observer of the…

Paris reinvents itself for cycling’s sake

Are Parisians grumpy about Paris? The guide for our Charming Nooks and Crannies Paris bicycle tour is named Romeo. And…

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