Tag Archives: Travel

Discussion: The Downfall of Númenor – Part 3

Posted on June 5, 2022 by Beorn

This article continues a series of discussions (Part 1, Part 2) about the modern world through the lens of Tolkien’s legendarium. For those seeking game-specific subjects I encourage you to check out Vision of the Palantir, where you will find … Continue reading →

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Celebration: 9 years of the Hall of Beorn

Posted on January 11, 2022 by Beorn

The smallest decisions can have an outsized impact on our lives. When I made my first hesitant post on this blog, over 9 years ago, I had no idea of the adventure I was starting. In the intervening years, I … Continue reading →

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Travels: A Bear in Croatia

Posted on November 20, 2021 by Beorn

Travel is fatal to prejudice, bigotry, and narrow-mindedness, and many of our people need it sorely on these accounts. Broad, wholesome, charitable views of men and things cannot be acquired by vegetating in one little corner of the earth all one’s lifetime. … Continue reading →

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Alternate Art: Eagle Storm

Posted on November 4, 2021 by Beorn

A sense of adventure and a desire to explore the world is at the heart of Tolkien’s writing. Trying to deconstruct our hobbies is a tricky business, but I have no doubt that my love of travel was in some … Continue reading →

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Travels: Adventures in Central Europe – Part One: Hungary

Posted on November 10, 2018 by Beorn

Life has finally settled down after returning from Con of the Rings and holding our Austin Fellowship event, and days have resumed more familiar rhythms. The time has allowed me to sort through vacation photos and gather my thoughts about our … Continue reading →

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Travels: Portugal. The Country, and the Deck.

Posted on February 18, 2018 by Beorn

Mrs. Beorn and I had a wonderful trip to Portugal over the winter holidays, and I’ve finally had the chance to sit down and write a bit about it. Being adventurous sorts, we have a list of all the countries … Continue reading →

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Travels: An Unexpected Party in France

Posted on July 11, 2016 by Beorn

Travel is a recurring theme in Tolkien’s works. Every one of his stories, from world-renowned The Lord of the Rings to lesser-known works like Children of Húrin, has a protagonist who must venture from the safety and comfort of their home … Continue reading →