Coasters & Castles Travel- Barry Branaugh

Coasters & Castles Travel- Barry Branaugh I plan vacations for people who want new life experiences, to create lifelong memories, and find the hidden gems the world has to offer.

Travel has always been a part of my life. Growing up, my family took trips around the U.S., sparking my love for exploring new places and cultures. In 2012, I joined my daughter on a school trip to Scotland, England, and France, and I was hooked. With over 32 years as a high school Social Studies and Language Arts teacher, I've taught about global history, deepening my passion for travel. A stando

ut moment was visiting Omaha Beach in Normandy, reflecting on the D-Day landing. In 2016, I helped plan my mother’s dream trip to Ireland and the UK for our family. That experience inspired me to pursue a career helping others plan their travels. I love combining history, culture, and relaxation in travel. I’ve journeyed through Central Europe, Scotland, Ireland, and beyond, enjoying everything from whiskey tastings to tropical getaways like a Princess Cruise to the Mexican Riviera and a week in Belize. I've traveled to Canada, Mexico, Belize, Ireland, the UK, France, Germany, Austria, the Czech Republic, Slovakia, Poland, Hungary, Spain, and Portugal. I focus on creating personalized trips that meet both group and individual needs. It is truly and honor and pleasure to be able to help people reach their travel goals!

Happy 4th of July!
07/04/2025

Happy 4th of July!

07/03/2025

A very fun activity is the Palm Springs Aerial Tramway, which is a two-and-one-half mile, ten-minute ride up Chino Canyon to Mt. San Jacinto State Park. On the day we went, the temperature in Palm Springs was 107 (470 ft. elevation), at the base of the tram it was 95 (2600 ft. elevation), and at the top it was 69 degrees (8500 ft. elevation)! A great way to beat the heat. At the top – Mountain Station – there are two restaurants, observation decks, a natural history museum, two theaters, and a gift shop. In addition, there are hiking trails of varying lengths. To experience the 6000 foot, ten minute gondola ride in twenty seconds, watch the video!

Our first night in Palm Springs involved drinks at the Trixie Motel. Palm Springs is known for being a very friendly LG...
07/02/2025

Our first night in Palm Springs involved drinks at the Trixie Motel. Palm Springs is known for being a very friendly LGBTQ+ and it was especially fun to be there during Pride Month. When going to the bar at Trixie's, pink is encouraged!

Even though I'm a Europe travel specialist, I still like to explore the United States. In June, to celebrate my younges...
07/01/2025

Even though I'm a Europe travel specialist, I still like to explore the United States. In June, to celebrate my youngest child's Masters Degree graduation, we took a family trip to Palm Springs, California. "Palm Springs in the summer?" you might ask (when we arrived it WAS 114 degrees). There are still many things you can do . . .

Congratulations to all of the graduates! Looking for a senior trip? Do you have a senior to be? Are you looking for a...
06/29/2025

Congratulations to all of the graduates! Looking for a senior trip? Do you have a senior to be? Are you looking for a trip next summer? Contact me to start that adventure.

Whether it's an ocean cruise or a river cruise, the last thing you want to happen is to miss the boat! Flying in early ...
06/28/2025

Whether it's an ocean cruise or a river cruise, the last thing you want to happen is to miss the boat! Flying in early will not only prevent missing the boat, but it may also give you an extra day to refresh yourself from your flight, and be fully ready to board the ship!

For a river cruise of central Europe join AmaWaterways for a seven night Best of the Danube river cruise. Capture the i...
06/27/2025

For a river cruise of central Europe join AmaWaterways for a seven night Best of the Danube river cruise.
Capture the imperial history of Old-World Europe along the Danube River as it flourished beneath towering fortresses and inspired legendary artists and musicians. With an abundance of scenic cruising, a focus on grand cities and popular landmarks, and the ease of traveling roundtrip from Budapest, this special itinerary is our Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner’s top-choice itinerary for 2025 – be among the first to experience it! Begin your journey with our pre-cruise land package in majestic Budapest, during which you will immerse yourself in some of the Hungarian capital’s lesser-known heritage and historic sites. After embarking your ship, discover the luxury and beauty of river cruising as you glide through the scenic Wachau Valley, a protected UNESCO World Heritage Site. Throughout your journey you will visit the river’s legendary capitals: Bratislava and Vienna – where AmaWaterways’ Co-Founder Rudi Schreiner, the visionary “Godfather of River Cruising,” was born and raised. Encounter fascinating architecture from Melk’s golden-hued Benedictine abbey to Vienna’s magnificent Schönbrunn Palace. Plus, follow The Sound of Music through sprawling Salzburg, the incomparable birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart. Contact me to get set up!

To see the major cities of central Europe, try the seven day Prague, Vienna & Budapest itinerary offered by Cosmos. On ...
06/27/2025

To see the major cities of central Europe, try the seven day Prague, Vienna & Budapest itinerary offered by Cosmos. On this splendid Central Europe tour, you’ll discover parts of the former Habsburg Empire. Your adventure starts in Prague and ends in Budapest. You’ll overnight in some of Central Europe's most exciting cities: Prague, Vienna, and Budapest. Expert Local Guides share the history and secrets of each of these unique cities with included sightseeing tours. Among the sights you will see in Prague are Charles Bridge, dating to 1357 and one of the oldest stone bridges in Europe, and the Astronomical Clock. In Budapest, see the Parliament building, a UNESCO World Heritage Site and considered one of the world’s most beautiful parliament buildings, as well as Fishermen’s Bastion, which overlooks the city and the Danube. In Vienna, view the Hofburg, the palatial complex and the political focal point for the Hapsburgs. You’ll have time on your own in Vienna to sit in a café with a piece of scrumptious Sachertorte, or explore the inside of St. Stephen’s Cathedral with its Romanesque and gothic architecture. You’ll also stop in Bratislava, Slovakia’s capital city, to venture discovering its highlights, such as the castle, a dominant feature of the city for centuries. Vibrant cities and historic sights—along with some beautiful scenery of the Danube River—make this an exciting tour through Central Europe for value-minded travel lovers. Contact me to help you plan this exciting trip!

Like in Poland, Austria has salt mines near Hallstatt. This goes back much further, however, first being excavated betw...
06/25/2025

Like in Poland, Austria has salt mines near Hallstatt. This goes back much further, however, first being excavated between 800 and 500 BCE. Salt is still excavated today. One of the most popular sites is Hallstatt Skywalk which offers a panorama of the village, Lake Hallstatt and the surrounding Dachstein Alps (about 1000 feet above the village). Since being named a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Hallstatt is a spot of overtourism. While the village economy is dependent on tourism, they have reduced the number of tour buses per day, and began a system of assigned times for tour buses to come.

Southwest of Salzburg, also along the German border, is Innsbruck. Innsbruck's beginnings are geographical in nature. ...
06/24/2025

Southwest of Salzburg, also along the German border, is Innsbruck. Innsbruck's beginnings are geographical in nature. It proved to be an easy place to cross the Inn River, and was also near the easiest accessible route over the Alps (known as Brenner Pass today). Being near the Alps, Innsbruck is a major tourist attraction, especially for wintertime activities. The city hosted both the 1964 and 1976 Winter Olympic games.

Like Krakow, Poland, Salzburg was occupied by the Roman Empire as a result of its invasion in 15 BCE. At the foot of th...
06/23/2025

Like Krakow, Poland, Salzburg was occupied by the Roman Empire as a result of its invasion in 15 BCE. At the foot of the northern Alps, Salzburg has many outdoor opportunities in its' vicinity. The Old Town portion of the city is also a UNESCO World Heritage Site and has many popular sites to visit, including the birthplace of Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart.

In addition to the arts, Vienna has a long history of intellectual and academic thought. The father of modern psycholog...
06/22/2025

In addition to the arts, Vienna has a long history of intellectual and academic thought. The father of modern psychology, Sigmund Freud, Freud came to Vienna to attend university and made the city his home for most of the rest of his life. He established his practice in his home (now the Freud Museum) and continued to develop his ideas. As a Jewish man, he was not in favor when the N***s took over in 1938. His plan was to stay, but friends encouraged him to leave for his own safety. He died the following year from jaw cancer in his new home in London.

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