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CARPE DIEM


Real Name: Bea ( Beate)
Lives In: Saint Albert, CA
Birth Date: August 28
Member Since: Jan 24, 2004
Last Login: Jun 12, 2009   17:22 UTC
Member's Time: Jul 05, 2009   02:43 EDT
VT Rank: 2255
Deals Rank: Unranked
Travel Interests: Historical Travel, Beaches, Hiking and Walking, Whale Watching, Trains

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Bea's Travel Pages

by Hanau93 - last update: May 6, 2009

Welcome, Willkommen et Bienvenue!

I was born and raised in Hanau, Germany, but immigrated to Canada 23 years ago. I now live in St. Albert, Alberta, Canada, one of the oldest communities of our province. Having grown up in Germany of course enabled to visit a variety of countries which I greatly enjoyed. The first country I travelled to was the island of Mallorca at the age of three. Of course I don't remember much other than being fascinated by palm trees. Well, actually I still am. :)Our second trip took us to Rivabella di Rimini, Italy, and we drove through Austria as well as Switzerland.
Austria though became my parents favourite vacation spot, the towns of Going and Erpfendorf to be exact. Both are located at the foot of the WILDE KAISER MOUNTAIN range.. As a teenager I ventured much farther to Paris,
Normandy, Luxembourg, Liechtenstein, Sweden until I "jumped " over the big pond to Canada...I ended up in the Prairie Province of Alberta and lived in Edmonton for just about a year before moving to St. Albert.. I like my new country however I sometimes miss the proximity to other countries as I am a bit limited here in North America.. :) But of course I can always travel via VT which is fun too..

More recently I had to travel to Germany twice as my mother fell very ill and my son and spent our worst x-mas ever, praying that she would survive. Every day was spent at the ICU and thankfully she fought as much as she could.We were looking forward to return this past July, but the fight was too much for her. On April 28 God took Mom home. In July I did return to be part of her Memorial Service. Hence this has been a tough year for my family but there is also hope..

2009 has so far started quite nicely. A childhood dream came true: I was able to go to England to visit someone very special who gave me a great tour of the country. I spent a few days in London, explored the English country side, saw Stonehenge and even made it to the seaside..I have to admit I fell in love with the little lovely villages..I miss it..:) But summer is coming and a visit to the mountains is beckoning..to be continued..:)

Me and a palm tree..

in Palma de Mallorca....I did say I liked them..:)

The Future Travel Addict..:)

Getting off the plane in Palma de Mallorca.

I love travelling as I enjoy getting to know about the various cultures, history and of course the people. At times I feel a bit isolated here in North America but hopefully I will be able to venture farther South in the future..
BTW I am the one holding the huge bear..He is quite a traveller too..He even made it here to Canada..:) Some of you wanted to know his name, so here goes: ZOTTY..:) He might need his own page..:)
I'm the one with the bear
St. Albert Place

The New Hometown

St. Albert, Alberta.. just a few km NW of Edmonton. Pictured here St. Albert Place in downtown St. Albert..You can find more info on my St. Albert pages..

My Place of Birth

Hanau am Main is located 19 km southeast
of Frankfurt but a big town on its own..famous for the Brothers Grimm and composer Paul Hindemith. Plus the ex-coach of the German National team, Rudi Voeller , was also born there..
Hanau

London

Just visited there lately and had a blast!

MY FAVOURITE PLACES

1. Phoenix, Arizona
2. Going, Tirol, Austria
3. Danville, California
4. London, England
5. Munich ( Muenchen), Germany
6. Paris, France
7. Santa Barbara, California
8. Stockholm, Sweden
9. Hanau, Germany
10. Jasper, Alberta, Canada
Santa Barbara Court House

I love the Rockies!!

Jasper National Park is one of the most gorgeous mountain parks I have ever been to..Well, at least here in North America.. A must see!!

Hanau93's Albums
Title [Click to view]Travel YearPictures
My late mother Hildegard Elisabeth ( 1925- 2008)- 8
MY FIRST VT MEETING- 2
SUNSETS- 6

Comments for Hanau93
ViajesdelMundo Sun Jun 14, 2009 03:21 UTC
 Hey, it sure was nice to hear from you while we were travelling. I finally got a bunch of stuff loaded; highlighted on my HP.
stonefree Sun May 3, 2009 03:20 UTC
 Thank you for the wishes, Bea:)
Ina22Marina Sat May 2, 2009 17:36 UTC
 YAY, for sure!! Am making myself a sandwich and am going to head hiking in the nearby Gatineau park. Before the vicious flies had awken from their winter sleep ;-)). Have a great weekend Bea!
Mikebb Wed Dec 24, 2008 07:21 UTC
 Hi Bea, Christmas Greetings and a Happy New Year. May all your wishes come tue in 2009, especiall travel.
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