The Displaced Cactus

Adventures of a former desert dweller transplanted to Washington

Tag: being a tourist

  • The Cactus Goes to Europe!

    The Cactus Goes to Europe!

    I have recently returned from my first-ever trip to Europe! What an adventure I had. I don’t even know where to start. This could easily turn into a novella if I wrote about the entire thing, so I’ll just try to stick to some general impressions and highlights. Getting There Getting to Amsterdam took forever.…

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  • Chihuly Garden and Glass

    Chihuly Garden and Glass

    Chihuly Garden and Glass is a museum dedicated to the work of Dale Chihuly, a glass artist specializing in large-scale installments. It’s located in Seattle Center, making it a popular destination as part of a day of sight-seeing. You can even buy a ticket that gives you combined admission to the Space Needle and the…

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