REAL ID won't be, for another year
The long-delayed requirement for federally-approved identification is delayed again.
Blogs
Shields up! Venice tests MOSE
The long-delayed barrier intended to protect the city from high tides and flooding finally gets a full trial.
Ephemera: A collection of stuff from around the world
Jonathan L takes a journey through his past trips, living in the ephemera of his memories
July 12, 2020: Traffic Jam, Venice
DrFumblefinger visits the historic and iconic Rialto Bridge in Venice.
GoGo WiFi goes further (and lower)
WiFi on regional jets is getting a boost from a change in its air-to-ground technology.
Cruise line return sails into sunset
Cruise lines extend their voluntary delay in starting cruises, waiting for health and safety plans.
Barcelona Beyond Gaudi
A tour of masterpieces by Lluis Domenech i Montaner makes clear that Catalan modernism had more than one master.
July 11, 2020: Ancient Church, Modern Doors
One of Berlin's oldest churches has a set of doors that is a modern sculptural masterpiece.
One-Clue Mystery: Name the Place!
This is all the clue there is: Is it enough for you to name the scene of a future TravelGumbo blog? Email answers by Monday midnight to TGsuggestions@gmail.com.
Factors to be considered for selecting student accommodation in Liverpool
Suhana shares some important factors to consider when looking for a student apartment rental in Liverpool (sponsored content)
Features to Look for in Off Road Caravans for Sale
If you like camping at rugged sites in the backcountry, you need to know about off road caravans and trailers (sponsored content)
An A380 returns as a (for now) freighter
Hi-Fly is using its A380 to haul cargo because air cargo capacity is still in short supply, but the experience again reveals why there's no A380 freighter.
Need for Speed: Japan kicks it up
The Olympics are delayed to next year, but the new bullet train designed for it has gone into service as the world's fastest.
Ascending Mount Whitney (part 1 of 2)
DrFumblefinger recounts the details of his backpacking adventure taking him to the summit of California's Mt. Whitney — the tallest peak in the lower 48 states.
July 10, 2020: Trumpeter Swans, Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge
DrFumblefinger spots a few Trumpeter swans while on a walk in Turnbull National Wildlife Refuge.