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A Day in Caguas

Paul Heymont ·
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

DrFumblefinger ·
  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)

Travel Rob ·
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)

Paul Heymont ·
  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

59nationalparks ·
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 ·
Ian Cook shares images and the natural history of this beautiful butterfly.
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October 20, 2017: Black Middens Bastle House, Northumberland

Ian Cook ·
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

Stephanie Kalina-Metzger ·
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

Jonathan L ·
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

DrFumblefinger ·
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 ·
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)

Ian Cook ·
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 ·
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

Abhishek Mathur ·
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

Marilyn Jones ·
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

Paul Heymont ·
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?

Paul Heymont ·
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

Paul Heymont ·
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

Wilbur's Travels ·
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 ·
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

Professorabe ·
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 ·
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

Paul Heymont ·
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

Paul Heymont ·
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 ?

Amateuremigrant ·
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

Paul Heymont ·
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

Paul Heymont ·
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

Jonathan L ·
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

DrFumblefinger ·
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 ·
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

Brian Bradshaw (Guest) ·
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

Paul Heymont ·
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

DrFumblefinger ·
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

Jonathan L ·
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

Jonathan L ·
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

Paul Heymont ·
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's Travels ·
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)

Travel Rob ·
Gumbo was found at Fort Beausejour/ Fort Cumberland in New Brunswick, Canada.
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Do you see what I mean ?

Amateuremigrant ·
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

Paul Heymont ·
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

Amateuremigrant ·
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

Professorabe ·
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

Paul Heymont ·
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

Paul Heymont ·
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

Paul Heymont ·
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

Paul Heymont ·
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

Jonathan L ·
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

Paul Heymont ·
A freak storm sends one plane skidding across the runway to hit another.
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'Baltic Bubble' to open mutual borders

Paul Heymont ·
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

Paul Heymont ·
A rise in cheese production has left Switzerland wondering how its next roll will be buttered.
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