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I have been traveling for 30+ years and visited more than 70 countries. My focus lies on luxury hotels and cultural travel. I love the arts, opera, and wildlife.

20 best things to do in Riga, Latvia

August 3, 2015 4

Huayna Picchu - people have died climbing this mountain.

Huayna Picchu: How to climb the mountain behind Machu Picchu

July 20, 2015 57

Belmond Sanctuary lodge - Machu Picchu's secret Luxury Hotel

Belmond Sanctuary Lodge Machu Picchu: Review of the luxury hotel

July 10, 2015 11

Tipon peru - The amazing water gardens of in the Inca near Cusco

Tipón, Peru – Exploring Cusco’s ancient Inca ruins

June 30, 2015 9

The Maras Salt Mines – Peru’s most amazing Inca site

June 2, 2015 15

The Perfect Peru Itinerary

May 24, 2015 6

Kinkaku-Ji – visiting Kyoto’s Golden Pavilion

May 18, 2015 3

A guide to the kremlin museum in moscow, russia

The Grand Kremlin Palace in Moscow – a tour through Russia’s...

May 8, 2015 1

Shuri castle festival crowning ceremony naha okinawa

Shuri Castle Festival – keeping up with history in Okinawa

April 26, 2015 0

Unique Dog sledding experience in Spitsbergen, Svalbard

April 23, 2015 2

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Années de Pèlerinage is a travel blog that focuses on luxury hotels and unforgettable cultural experiences. Authentic pictures and insider information are its hallmark. Norman is the face behind the blog and prides himself of having traveled for more than 30 years without stop or fail. Follow me along on social media:

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The best time to visit Vienna, Austria

June 16, 2026 0

A local shares his thoughts on the pros and cons of each season in Vienna I've been living in Vienna for the past 4 years....