Tagged With "Celtic Cross"
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A Day in Caguas
Caguas is a late-comer by some standards; San Juan, 30 miles away, was already 250 years old when Caguas was settled by Spain—and yet it proudly calls itself “La Ciudad Criolla” and “El Corazon de Borinquen,” the Creole...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, October 27, 2014: Nene, Kauai
A nene is a goose native to Hawaii and is that island's state bird. The first time I saw nene was several years ago when my wife and I spent a week in Maui. We spotted them while on a drive to the summit of the dormant volcano,...
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Government St., Mobile: A Great Historic Street (Pt. 1)
I haven't heard anybody else say this, especially in the local area, but Government Street in Mobile, Alabama is one the most spectacular historic streets in the world, even today. I had a chance to walk a good portion of Government St. in March of...
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Charleston's Cathedral of St. John the Baptist: Where Gumbo Was (#76)
Visiting Charleston recently, I was struck by its handsome cathedral and unusual spire. The church seems reasonably well-rooted in the 19th century, but the tower reminded me of the turn-of-the-last-century church of Saint-Jean-de-Montmartre ...
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Yellowstone National Park in Winter
Seeing all fifty-nine national parks was never a dream of ours--especially not in fifty-nine weeks. We'd call it more of a whim, an impulse or an inspiration. Going to Yellowstone National Park in the winter was something we had...
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Sept. 15, 2017: Red Admiral butterfly, Northumberland
Ian Cook shares images and the natural history of this beautiful butterfly.
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October 20, 2017: Black Middens Bastle House, Northumberland
Black Middens Bastle is a rectangular mid to late 16th century stone two storey defensible farmhouse in Northumberland.
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Columbus Antiquities Discovered in the Unlikeliest of Places
Who would have thought a great collection of Christopher Columbus artifacts could be found in a small Pennsylvania town. Stephanie Kalina-Metzger shares her discovery!
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Museums of Buffalo and Corning, New York
At the end of Jonathan L's recent trip along the Erie Canal, he found time to take in a selection of upstate museums, and he shares them here.
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October 9, 2017: Views from the Giralda, Seville
Originally built as a minaret to a mosque, the belltower of Seville's Cathedral has long been used as an observatory. Thousands of tourists walk up its ramps every day to enjoy the wonderful views of the city.
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Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage (Part 2)
Lisa Day concludes her series on journeying the Kumano Kodo Pilgrimage in Japan, ending in Hongu Taisha.
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The Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2)
A sight you won't see anymore, Ian Cook shares these photos of the QEII sailing into the River Tyne just before her retirement in 2008.
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Back to Oaxaca: Hoofing It, El Picacho & Teotitlan
PortMoresby sets out on the first of several walks in the countryside of southern Mexico, ending in a Zapotec weaving village.
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Scary Truth About 5 Haunted Places in Goa
Just like every coin Goa is also having its’ another side which is still intact, mysterious and Haunted. Yes! Haunted, you read it right. Place filled with a plethora of people round the year is hard to believe is filled with haunted places. Here is this post we are going to discuss about the Haunted Places in Goa , knowing about which will going to be a different experience. 1. Three Kings Church Three Kings Church Church is the integral part of Goa’s culture and traditions. Filled with...
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Finding the right packing accessories for your trip
Road Warrior Marilyn Jones gives us her insights into what accessories work for her, and how to choose them.
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'Lost' Michelangelo sculpture goes home to Florence church
A crucifix made by Michelangelo as a thank-you gift to a Florence church has been re-installed there after restoration.
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End of the line for Amtrak long-distance routes?
Nearly all long-distance passenger trains would be discontinued under the administration's budget proposal.
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It's getting safer in cruise-ship (pool) waters
Norwegian Cruise Line joins the list of cruise lines that are providing full-time pro lifeguards for their pools.
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Eastern Europe Rail Odyssey: Budapest to Kiev
Do you love unusual train journeys as much as Wilbur does? Check out this fascinating adventure through eastern Europe.
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May 2, 2017: Bo-Kapp, Cape Town, South Africa
Marilyn Jones takes us on a visit to one of South Africa's, and the world's most colorful neighborhoods.
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Journey through Karnataka: Hampi
Professor Abe's fascinating journey through the Karnataka region continues with an exploration of the fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hampi.
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Caguas Botanical Gardens: a taste of history and culture
Jonathan L takes us on a tour of the garden, which is organized to mirror aspects of the island's culture and history.
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Cruise ships shift to Panama's new wider locks
With the Panama Canal's new wider locks, more cruise ships are able to make the popular trip. Disney Wonder, above, was first to use the new locks.
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White Pass Railroad, Alaska: On the Trail of '98
From Skagway over the mountain into the Yukon, a railroad built for gold-miners today carries mostly visitors. It's still quite a trip.
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So, what’s it worth ?
Bob Cranwell shares a discussion and thoughts on the value of things using a memorable experience in Yemen.
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Yet another Game of Thrones tourism link
Spain is using its Game of Thrones filming sites for tourism promotion, and there's a Google StreetView tool to help.
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U.S. airlines beef up hubs, stake out new routes
Both mainline and discount carriers are building new presence in key markets, often in direct confrontation with each other.
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Walking Through the NY Botanical Gardens: a Winter's Day
A winter walk takes Jonathan through an uncrowded park, and into an old-growth forest that mirrors what the area was like 300 years ago.
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Spotted on the Road: 1959 Meteor Montcalm, Calgary
A lovely late 1950's 2 door hardtop coupe, a model built and sold only in Canada.
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London: a Few of My Favorite Things
PortMoresby ends the tale of her trip to England with the things she cannot do without - art, food, books and a visit to a beautiful house.
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Top Long Distance Hiking Trails in the USA
Like to go for a long distance walk? Then Brian Bradshaw has just the post for you. Check out some of these beautiful (and challenging) hikes!
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American joins return to (some) free meals
Like Delta, American is offering free small meals to economy passengers, but only on certain trans-continental routes.
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Moraine Lake Rockpile Trail -- Banff National Park's best Short Hike
If you like hikes that aren't too strenuous and filled with gorgeous views, this one should be on your bucket list.
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April 2, 2017: Van Cortland Park Cross Country Track
The Tortoise and the Hare mark the finish line of one of the most famous Cross-Country courses in the United States, in the Bronx, New York City.
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A Tour of Stained Glass in Old San Juan
Old San Juan has a wealth of gorgeous stained glass in a variety of styles. Jonathan L shows us some of the best.
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Shoebox America, 1969
A few nostalgic moments from a cross-country road trip in the summer of 1969, the year the Mets lost last place.
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Eastern Europe Rail Odyssey #5: Istanbul to Tbilisi
Wilbur takes us on another memorable train journey, this one starting in Istanbul, then on to Ankara, Erzurum, Batumi (bu bus), Yerevan and ending in Tbilisi
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Fort Beausejour/ Fort Cumberland (Where Gumbo Was #232)
Gumbo was found at Fort Beausejour/ Fort Cumberland in New Brunswick, Canada.
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Do you see what I mean ?
Robert Cranwell likes to look at the little things when he travels in nature and explains why -- you will too once you've read his post.
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Geneva offers 'street view' of its history
A 19th-century model of the city has become a digital tool for exploring and understanding the city.
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The Best Thing to Order is What They’ve Got
Bob Cranwell shares an adventure into the Ethiopian highlands -- his was the first group of tourists to arrive after the rainy season and they found nothing was stocked or ready for them. What to do? Let Bob explain.
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September 20, 2017: House Boats on the Kerala Backwaters
Professor Abe's journey into the Kerala backcountry continues, today with a house boat cruise.
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London cyclists get a Tube-style map
Based on the Underground map, a new concept helps cyclists plan cross-city and other longer routes.
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Bicycle ferry to link Denmark and Sweden
Copenhagen's reputation as a bicycle city is taking a new step: a bicycle ferry across the Oresund to Sweden.
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Churches of Park Slope, Brooklyn
PHeymont explores the varied and mostly 19th-century churches in one of Brooklyn's premier neighborhoods, and explores the area's history.
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May 29, 2020: Mona Lisait, Paris
A punnish store sign in Paris gave PHeymont a chuckle and a photo op.
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Ends of the Line: Taking the #1 Train, NYC
Every New York subway line has its own character; Jonathan L begins an exploration of what's at their ends, starting with his home line.
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Qatar planes in weird on-ground crash
A freak storm sends one plane skidding across the runway to hit another.
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'Baltic Bubble' to open mutual borders
The Baltic states have dodged most of the coronavirus pandemic, and now are opening up to each other.
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Swiss emergency: Butter stockpile only 2300 tonnes
A rise in cheese production has left Switzerland wondering how its next roll will be buttered.