Tagged With "science fiction"
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Re: STORM WATCH: CHECK BEFORE YOU GO
Estimates of the cost of shutting down for a storm come from the same fiction factory as th estimates of how much money a city will make by spending $100 million tax dollars on a new stadium... That said, had the track of the storm been only very slightly east of where it went—and there was no way to know it would shift—we would have had 2-3 feet, and the risk of many people stranded on roads. At times in the past, also, when equipment was not properly positioned off line, it took much too...
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Re: Explore the Intriguing Museum of Science and Industry - Chicago
It was way more than I was expecting. Definitely plan to spend a majority of a day there, especially if you see some of the shows and do the submarine tour. We definitely need to go back some day to do more exploring. Thanks for the comment and I hope you make it one day soon.
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Re: Feb. 1, 2016: Academy of Natural Science Philadelphia
Jonathan, do you know if that shell is an actual fossil, or a sculpture? I presume the later, but would hope for the former.
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Re: Feb. 1, 2016: Academy of Natural Science Philadelphia
The shell is a sculpture/cast, but I think the dinosaurs are real ;-)
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Re: Explore the Intriguing Museum of Science and Industry - Chicago
What a great museum! I've got to make sure I visit this one next time I'm in Chicago.
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Mysteries at the St Louis Science Center, Missouri
Samantha and family had a wonderful visit to the Saint Louis Science Center on her last visit to MO. Read more about this wonderful museum on her post.
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Bob Graham Sunshine Skyway Bridge , Florida
The Sunshine Skyway Bridge spans Tampa bay, connects St. Petersburg to Sarasota. Samantha and her husband enjoyed driving over it while in the area.
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Seattle, Washington — Airplanes, Coffee, Software and a lot of fun!
Seattle is a great city — a world-class travel destination! Situated in the beautiful Pacific Northwest, it has much appeal as a several day (or even week-long) stop especially when part of a circuit through other great sites in...
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National Botanic Garden of Wales
Professor Abe takes us on a tour of the gloriously blooming fields of Wales' relatively new and growing Botanic Garden.
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Seneca Falls, New York: Fame, Fact, Fiction
PHeymont spends an afternoon visiting a Finger Lakes town that has had its finger in more than a few pies.
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Cosplayers in Verona
DrFumblefinger came across a gathering of Cosplayers while visiting Verona.
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Re: Where in the World is TravelGumbo #432
Saturday's clues are late, and I apologize. One idyllic scene and one that might seem like science fiction...
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Angels Camp: The Frog Story
Mark Twain, a twitchy frog and Angels Camp, California made each other famous, and Angels Camp has not forgotten.
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Best Attractions: Phoenix, Arizona Metro Area
Samantha's enjoyed her time on several trips to Phoenix, and shares with you her sightseeing and visit suggestions. Part 1 of a 2-part series
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Flying car gets an official OK
Moving closer to reality: Slovakia's Transport Authority gives an airworthiness certificate to the AirCar
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Relaxing in Pennsylvania's Amish Countryside
Stephanie escapes the Covid world for a great vacation in Lancaster County, the Amish region of Pennsylvania.
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Marienplatz: Heart of Munich
For nearly 900 years, Marienplatz has been the scene of much of Munich's daily life, history and sometimes turmoil.
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Where Wander Meets Wonder, Casper, Wyoming
Samantha and her husband saw this mural while driving around in Casper. Make sure to check it out if you are in the area.
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An Idaho Homage to Hemingway
A visit to Ernest Hemingway's beloved Idaho retreat, and the place he lies in eternal rest.
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The Road to Shiprock
DrFumblefinger discusses Shiprock, an interesting rock formation that dominates Navajo Nation in northern New Mexico.
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PortMoresby's Stories
BLOGS November 10, 2013: The Tulou of Fujian Province November 17, 2013: The Worst Train in the World November 24, 2013: Buddhas of Bagan December 7, 2013: The Heart of Nyaungshwe December 12, 2013: Lawrence and the Pirates December 16, 2013: Walking the Buffalo January 23, 2014: Gallery: Fuli Town Market, Guangxi, China February 5, 2014: Gallery: A Beautiful Building in Bangkok February 12, 2014: Gallery: Details, Guangxi...
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Don Harrington Discovery Center, Amarillo, Texas
Samantha and her husband visit the Don Harrington Discovery Center in Amarillo, TX where you can explore, create, tinker, learn, and play.
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The Worst Train in the World
The earthquake should have been a clue. But having rather enjoyed the ride, as I have since childhood in an earthquake-prone part of the world, it didn't occur to me that it might be a warning. I should have listened.
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Making a flight path for flying cars
The next frontier for would-be sellers of flying cars is a push for legislation to allow them to be registered for road use
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Sri Lanka: A Land Like No Other (Part 1a) Colombo
This is the first in a series of posts featuring my travels to Sri Lanka. My visits to this island centered around seeing my favorite author and dear friend, futurist Sir Arthur C. Clarke.
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Sri Lanka: A Land Like No Other (Part 1b). Visiting Sir Arthur C. Clarke
Part 1a of this blog series discussed the city of Colombo. This post focuses on my visits with its most famous resident, Sir Arthur C. Clark.
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, September 14, 2015. Hans Monheimus
I made many friends during my journeys to Sri Lanka. The most treasured of these was with science fiction writer and futurist, Sir Arthur C. Clarke . Arthur had two expat friends he enjoyed having Sunday brunch with -- former US ambassador, James Spain, and Hans Monheimus, both of whom I got to know quite well.
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5 Fun Things to Do in Seoul with Kids: Family-Friendly Attractions and Activities
Some great suggestions for things to do as a family when visiting Seoul, South Korea (sponsored content)
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Comics in Brussels
Brussels is the homeland of Tintin, Spirou, The Smurfs, Lucky Luke and the Dalton brothers, all international comic strip heroes. I, off course, had to take a closer look, and started at the Belgian Comic Strip Center.