Gorinchem Walking Route, The Netherlands
Having lived in the Netherlands for six years now, I’ve travelled to quite a number of major cities here. But the towns are mostly unknown to me. As such, during the summer, we decided to [Read More]
Articles by Elizabeth Joss-Bethlehem
5 Most Beautiful Viewpoints in Sea Point, Cape Town
Sea Point has some of the most incredible scenery in the Cape. Situated between the mountain and the sea, you cannot get better views elsewhere! These viewpoints are ideal for romantics or those wanting to [Read More]
Spinalonga Island, Crete – A Fascinating Open Air Museum
Imagine being on a ferry and sailing the crystal clear Meditteranean waters with a spectacular island in the backdrop? Well, that’s exactly what I did this month during my trip to Crete in Greece. Crete [Read More]
Marsh’s Library – The Oldest Public Library in Dublin, Ireland
Dublin, Ireland is of course known for many things, including but not limited to, Guinness beer, Trinity College, the Dublin Castle and the raucous and touristy Temple Bar area. Sure, the main tourist attractions of [Read More]
Walking from Taormina to the Madonna della Rocca, Sicily
When I told the owner of the bed and breakfast where I was staying in Taormina that I planned to walk up to the Madonna della Rocca during the height of summer, he laughed and [Read More]
An Incredible Discovery – The Jewish Baths of Siracusa, Sicily
Situated in a narrow street in Siracusa, Sicily (Via G.B. Alagona) lies a small hotel called Alla Giudecca. The hotel shares the same entrance with a tiny museum where you can find the Jewish Baths of [Read More]
Casa Cuseni in Taormina, Sicily – An Inspiring Respite for Writers and Artists
Prior to visiting, I honestly believed that Taormina would be one of the most touristy places I’d experience in Sicily. I doubted whether I could find any ‘hidden gems’ to write about for The Museum Times. [Read More]
Something Unusual at Bar Turrisi in Castelmola, Sicily
Bar Turrisi in Castelmola, Sicily is a unique, ‘cultural’ experience which left me pretty much in hysterics. From the outside this bar (near Taormina on a high hilltop) looks quite pleasant with its multiple balconies [Read More]
The Museum of Communism in Prague, Czech Republic
Situated in the heart of Prague just steps away from Wenceslas Square, lies the Museum of Communism, a museum bursting with character. From the moment you enter you’ll quickly notice the quirks and eccentricities, appropriate to the [Read More]
Panoramic Views and Interiors of the Old Town Hall in Prague, Czech Republic
Most people overlook the inside of the Old Town Hall in Prague, preferring instead to view it from the outside and watch its world-famous Astronomical Clock chime every hour, on the hour. I don’t blame them [Read More]