Tagged With "United"
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Re: Ellis Island - Island of Hope or Island of Tears?
It has been years since I visted Ellis Island. I really enjoyed "going back" when I read your article and looked at your excellent photos. Thank you for the memories; awesome place everyone should visit!
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Re: Ellis Island - Island of Hope or Island of Tears?
As Garry points out, many people had their names altered or lost in the immigration process...and that was particularly true for people whose language was far different from that of the U.S. immigration inspectors. In those cases, the inspector wrote down what he thought he heard, or cared to, and voila! Bzorkinowitz becomes Burke. As a child, I knew families that were split: Some members used the original East European names, and heaped scorn on their cousins who used what they referred to...
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Re: Ellis Island - Island of Hope or Island of Tears?
Great blog! To get the other side of the picture, see the Emigrants to a New World Gallery at the Merseyside Maritime in Liverpool. Really a must see pairing if you have enjoyed going to one of them.
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Re: Ellis Island - Island of Hope or Island of Tears?
It's also been a number of years since I visited Ellis Island, which we coupled with a tour of the Statue of Liberty (it's neighboring island). I also recall it being an eye-opening experience. Lots of interesting exhibits and you definitely leave with a different perspective of those immigrants than when you arrived. They were brave people, entering a strange new world that was for all purposes free of any tangible benefits except for freedom and opportunity. And opportunity comes with a...
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Re: United, AA to offer "basic economy"—that's the Spirit!
Change at the low end of American's menu of fare options isn't the only one they plan for economy flying. An upscaled version of premium economy will be rolled out, starting next year, for long-haul flights. http://www.aa.com/i18n/urls/pr...title=premiumeconomy
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Re: United, AA to offer "basic economy"—that's the Spirit!
They do have a great game going: Take it away from you, and then ransom it back. And there's more...in the next couple of days, Gumbo will have a news update about what may be ahead for the premium end of the plane, too!
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Re: Lake Havasu Lighthouse Replicas - Part 1 of 3
What a fascinating idea! It sort of fits with the Eiffel Tower in Las Vegas, but a 'bit' less commercial. I'm looking forward to the rest...
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Re: Lake Havasu Lighthouse Replicas - Part 1 of 3
Thanks for the nice comment. Hope you enjoy the rest
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Re: Flier alert: New rules bump multi-city fares
Thanks for making us aware of it. As long as we can get the low fare by booking individual cities, that still works for me!
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Re: AAdvantage members, bite your nails: change is coming
A friend who works in marketing once told me that whenever you hear words such as "in order to serve you better", you're about to lose something. This sounds like it might be one of those times. I've been very happy with my AAdvantage experience for years and, as you say, earn most of my miles with credit card use. If lower fares with adjusted mileage credit are part of their plan I wouldn't mind and, in fact, might even fly American more, resulting in more, rather than fewer, miles in the...
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Re: April 11, 2018: Consulate General of Mexico, San Antonio
I gave this my best shot to uncover the mystery location around world (except in left hand drive countries) and it totally befuddled me. Great Mystery Photo !!
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Comedor Guadalajara: Authentic Mexican Food in Phoenix
Looking for great authentic Mexican food in Phoenix? Samantha and her niece enjoyed a nice meal at Comedor Guadalajara in South Phoenix.
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Currin Covered Bridge, Eugene, Oregon
Samantha and her husband Eugene toured six covered bridges in Eugene, Oregon. She shares some pictures of her visit here.
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Sun Studio, Memphis: Where Legends Were Made
While in Memphis, Samantha and her husband toured Sun Studio. No matter what type of music you like, you will appreciate the history of this studio.
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Centennial Covered Bridge
Samantha and her husband Eugene toured six covered bridges in Eugene, Oregon. She shares some pictures of her visit here.
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Re: Sun Studio, Memphis: Where Legends Were Made
Thank you for bringing back terrific memories of visiting this famous studio. My wife and I first visited it in the late 1980s and enjoyed the tour, followed by lunch at the Sun Cafe. To my great delight, the cafe's Wurlitzer had an original Sun 45 by Elvis in its stack (Sun #223). I have been collecting records since I was in early teens and have a number of Sun records, including all 5 of Elvis' Sun records in both 78 rpm and 45 rpm formats. Not sure what they're worth right now, but...
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Re: Sun Studio, Memphis: Where Legends Were Made
Great story and photos Samantha. One of my favorite singers of all time is Roy Orbison who got his recording start with Sam Phillips and Sun Record at Sun Studio. Roy's spectacular recording successes were offset by the tragedies in his family life.
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Huntington Beach, California: Love Along the Ocean
Samantha loves seeing the Ocean while visiting CA. On her last trip, she and her husband visited Huntington Beach. It is a great place to think, relax, and find some peace.
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Mackinaw Bridge: Spanning the Straits of Mackinac
The Mackinaw Bridge is currently the fifth-longest suspension bridge in the world and the longest bridge in the western hemisphere. Samantha shares her visit and some facts.
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Re: Huntington Beach, California: Love Along the Ocean
It does indeed have a sister city in Australia, Samantha - Manly, a beachside suburb of Sydney that's home to the Australian Open of Surfing.
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Haunted Living near Denver, Colorado
If you love horror movies, stores, and legends, Denver is the place to be. If you dare, check out Samantha's post about the horror of these haunted places near Denver.
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Saint Louis: Pet-Friendly Places in Missouri
Looking for Saint Louis Pet-Friendly places to bring Fido while in Missouri? If so, Samantha shares a list of some of the places you can visit in the area.
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Cheesy Tillamook Photo
Samantha shares a cheesy photo of her and her husband while touring the Tillamook Cheese Factory on a recent trip to Oregon.
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Scotts Bluff National Monument, Nebraska
Samantha shares memories from a road trip stop to visit to Scotts Bluff National Monument in Gering, Nebraska
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Berlin Wall Exhibit, Rapid City, South Dakota
One of America’s largest Berlin Wall exhibits is located in Rapid City. Samantha shares some of the wall's history and how it was taken down.
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Union Square Street Mural, NYC
Samantha shares a picture of a street mural being worked on while walking around Union Square in New York
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Tillamook Creamery, Oregon: Doing It Right over 100 Years!
Tillamook Creamery in Oregon remains guided by thevalues and beliefs they started with in 1909. Samantha shares her visit and some "cheesy" photos.
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A Weekend at Hyatt House, Seattle
Samantha and her husband had a phenomenal time at their well-equipped suite and found the staff was amazing.
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Sedona's Breathtaking Red Sandstone Formations
Samantha says Sedona has to be one of the most exquisite places in the southwest, and thinks it’s something you have to see for yourself to believe.
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Welcome to Texas!
Samantha and her husband continue their quest to document welcome signs from all 50 states
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Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, Montana
Even if you're not a history buff, you will enjoy exploring Little Bighorn Battlefield and learning about Custer and Sitting Bull. Samantha shares her visit and some pictures.
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Welcome to Pennsylvania!
Samantha and her husband shares pictures from the Pennsylvania state line, as they continue their quest to visit every state
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Baby Alligators in New Orleans, Louisiana
Samantha and her husband enjoy a swamp tour and a close encounter of the lizard kind...
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The Big Texan Steak Ranch: Champion Eating
Samantha and her husband had Valentine's day dinner at The Big Texan Steak Ranch in Amarillo Texas. It is much more than a restaurant!
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Phoenix Zoo Lights: An Annual Tradition
Samantha, her husband and family friends spent some time exploring the Phoenix Zoo Lights. It is a 30-year holiday tradition in Phoenix.
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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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Colorado Riverway Bridge, Moab, Utah
Samantha shares some pictures of the Colorado Riverway Bridge in Moab, Utah from her most recent road trip to the area.
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Winter in Steamboat Springs, Colorado
Samantha shares some pictures from a visit up to Steamboat Springs in Colorado.
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Bruneau Dunes State Park, Idaho—The Land of Sand
During their visit to Idaho, Samantha and her husband found Bruneau Dunes State Park as a great place for climbing sand dunes as well as swimming, picnicking, bird watching, camping, & hiking.
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The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, Dallas
Samantha explores the life, assassination and legacy of John F. Kennedy through the many exhibits at the Sixth Floor Museum in Dallas Texas.
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Cows on the Road in Billings, Montana
Samantha and her husband got delayed by a herd of cows while visiting Pictograph Cave State Park. She shares some of the pictures she took as they crossed the road.
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Re: The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, Dallas
Thanks for the post! I found my visit to the 6th floor fascinating.
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Clinton Presidential Library and Museum, Little Rock
Samantha shares pictures of the William J. Clinton Presidential Library and Museum, dedicated to the 42nd President of the United States.
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Augie's Barbed Wire BBQ, San Antonio
Samantha shares some cute pictures of Augie's BBQ out in San Antonio, Texas.
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Re: The Sixth Floor Museum at Dealey Plaza, Dallas
I was in high school when the announcement came over our PA system located in each room. I remember so many adults crying. An historic tragedy. Thanks for the museum photos and story.
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Arkansas Visitor Center, Fort Smith
Samantha shares one of her favorite pictures from the Arkansas Visitor Center in Fort Smith
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Greetings from Charleston, West Virginia
Samantha shares some pictures of a welcome sign in Charleston, West Virginia. It was their 45th state they visited.