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I usually post updates on Fridays and sometimes on Tuesdays. (They also may be posted on a random day of the week.)
Most of my posts in the last few years have been updates. So, you can tune in here for them or check out the home page.
Currently posting about my January/February trip to Portugal and Spain!
Jana Irving Views from Black Rock Mountain State Park, Georgia. Visited in October 2025.
Explorations of one of Italy’s largest cities that for some reason I keep going back to. Continue reading
Explorations of a UNESCO world heritage site where the ancient world meets the medieval world and beyond. Continue reading
A northern Italian city with ancient ruins, a UNESCO monastic complex, and even a castle! Continue reading
Explorations of a medieval city known for its grand towers, churches, and porticos! Continue reading
Explore a hilltop city complete with medieval buildings, churches and gorgeous views. Continue reading
Ancient streets, ancient ruins and ancient art, explore the famous buried city of Pompeii! Continue reading
Explorations of a port city on the Adriatic Sea and the final resting place of Ole St. Nick. Continue reading
Explorations of a Southeastern Sicilian city perched on top of two hills. Continue reading
Sandy beaches, ruined fortifications and alligators, explore Gulf Islands National Seashore! Continue reading
One cannot go to New Orleans without exploring its unique cemeteries, at least I can’t. Continue reading
Check out a mysterious ancient culture and the 3,000-year-old mounds they left behind. Continue reading
Even more explorations of a bunch of places in St. Louis and its suburbs. Continue reading
Explorations of an absolutely gorgeous palace in the suburbs of Munich. Continue reading
Explorations of one of the most intact medieval city centers in Germany! Continue reading
Explore even more of the amazing city of Nuremberg, including the castle! Continue reading
Explore a lovely Bavarian city that was fantastically rebuilt after WWII. Continue reading
Wandering Jana is an archaeology and history fanatic, traveling the world to discover the past.
