Tagged With "boat"
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Mar.4th 2014: Dubai Water Taxi
It's a great image, Islandman! I really enjoy photos of people going about their every day lives in different locations about the world, a reminder to me how much more alike we all are than different. This photo is made more interesting by their obviously ethnic diversity -- people who have come to Dubai for a good job and to improve their lot in life. The contrast of the old wooden taxi and modern skyscrapers in the background is great!
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Re: El Tigre and the Parana Delta, Argentina (Where Gumbo was #158)
Interesting blog and very educational DrF. Close to Buenos Aires - but not close enough ! I'll sharpen my pencil.
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, December 2, 2014: Boats at Cassis, France
Just like the Cornish Riviera - with French rural architecture. Once you have a taste for living by the sea - its hard to be drawn away.
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Re: Top 7 Things to do in Avalon – Catalina Island
I've never really had Catalina on my list, but it's been in my head for nearly 60 years since the Four Preps song told me that "26 miles across the sea, Santa Catalina is waiting for me..." For any others who remember (or would like to), here's a YouTube link...
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Re: Top 7 Things to do in Avalon – Catalina Island
Thanks Samantha, great report! I'm from Southern California and I sure miss going to Catalina. My favorite thing has to be watching the flying fish as you take the ferry across. They used to rent motorboats to go around the island yourself, which was cool. Do they still do that?
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Re: Top 7 Things to do in Avalon – Catalina Island
I only visited Catalina once in the ~25 years I lived in Southern California, but I remember it being exactly as you describe it -- a quieter place that's well away from the glam, glitz and adrenaline-paced speed of the mainland. We also did an island tour and enjoyed that. Mr. Wrigley introduced a herd of bison on to the island which are still very popular.
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Re: Top 7 Things to do in Avalon – Catalina Island
Thanks for the comments everyone. Loved the song! Hadn't heard it for a LONG time. Not being near the ocean is the hardest thing (besides missing family/friends) about being in CO. But that's what vacations are for, right? Thanks again all.
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Re: Top 7 Things to do in Avalon – Catalina Island
As many times that I've been to Southern Cal haven't had the opportunity to make it here.
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Re: The Falkirk Wheel, Scotland
That's just incredible! Thanks for a fascinating look...it would have made a good Where in the World puzzle, or What in the World... I found this animated GIF by Famine on Wikipedia that helped me visualize how it looks in operation. It's put together from a time-laps series.
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Re: The Falkirk Wheel, Scotland
My darling father-in-law grew up in Falkirk and I've never gone there. But just mention a canal and I want to know about the towpath. A walk through Falkirk may be in my future: http://www.walkhighlands.co.uk...de-union-canal.shtml Thanks, Ian.
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Jan. 7, 2014: The "Big Edge", Las Vegas, Nevada
Some "modern art" leaves me cold but that image is thought provoking and lets the mind wander - as it has yours ! Nice piece DrF !
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Jan. 7, 2014: The "Big Edge", Las Vegas, Nevada
Stunning...and hard to imagine a better place for it. Curious: how big is it? In the close-up I get the impression they could be full-size boats?
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Jan. 7, 2014: The "Big Edge", Las Vegas, Nevada
Yes, they are all full size boats. Say an average of 4 meters (13 ft) each? Vegas is becoming a great place to see modern art.
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Jan. 7, 2014: The "Big Edge", Las Vegas, Nevada
The word "audacious" comes to mind and, I think, appropriately. I think it's always been one of Art's jobs to make the viewer's say "What the hell?", and public art of this scale especially. It makes one want to meet the person whose mind conceived it. Good work, Nancy Rubins. ("crafted" indeed, DrF.)
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September 12, 2017: Harbor Scenes
Paul Hunter shares some harbor scenes from North Yorkshire.
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Five outdoor activities to enjoy in Rajasthan
The monotonous routine life is full of boredom and stress. Outdoor adventurous activities are ultimate stress busters and fill your life with fun and excitement. Just slather your skin with a suntan and enjoy the out life under the open sky and sun. Rajasthan is a popular outdoor activity destination, and the major attractions are hot air balloon rides, paragliding, water sports, desert and camel safari. A few favorite destinations are: Desert safari at the Thar Desert The sand dunes in...
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Congratulations to Ian Cook!
Ian Cook's evocative B&W photo of the Anderton Boat Lift has been accepted by the Royal Photographic Society for inclusion in an upcoming exhibition tour. Congratulations, Ian!
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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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Seacliff State Beach Visitor Center, Aptos, California
Travel Rob learns more about the SS Palo Alto, a unique concrete ship, and the marine life around it.
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April 28, 2020: Manitoba Maritime Museum, Selkirk
DrFumblefinger unexpectedly comes across these ships on a cold snowy day along the banks of the Red River. It is the Manitoba Maritime Museum.
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Jan. 7, 2014: The "Big Edge", Las Vegas, Nevada
Situated in the heart of Las Vegas' City Center, in the middle of many beautifully designed skyscrapers, is a sort of traffic jam. Or a "boat jam", if you wish. It's an unusual work of art crafted by Nancy Rubins and known as "Big...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Sept. 18, 2013: Sailing the Seas in NY Harbor
The clipper ship Clipper City passes the Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridges in New York’s East River. Clipper City carries passengers on harbor cruises, leaving from the South Street Seaport in Lower Manhattan. The South Street Seaport...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Aug 19th, 2014: Limestone Caves, Malta
The Maltese islands are made up of natural limestone and have been called a geological paradise by those with an interest. They are also ideal for scuba diving and snorkeling . There are many inlets, bays and rock formations where...
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June 18, 2016: Boats on the Dee, Chester, England
A sunny moment at Chester, along the River Dee, the traditional boundary between England and Wales.
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The Falkirk Wheel, Scotland
The Falkirk Wheel is a unique rotating boat lift in Scotland, connecting the Forth and Clyde Canal with the Union Canal.
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September 6, 2019: Fishermen, Warkworth Bay, Northumberland.
Ian Cook shares some nice photos of a coble, a traditional fishing boat, in today's Pic of the Day.
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El Tigre and the Parana Delta, Argentina (Where Gumbo was #158)
A great day trip from Buenos Aires is to El Tigre. Settled during a yellow fever epidemic, it was a destination of escape for the well heeled. It still has a nice laid-back feel and is a great place to go for a stroll.
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Is 'green cruising' the future for cruise industry?
Japanese NGO develops 'Ecoship' concept for emission-free cruising.
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The Famous River Walk in San Antonio, Texas
San Antonio's famous River Walk, lined with shops and restaurants, follows the San Antonio River. Samantha recommends it for all. Read more...
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February 28, 2019: The "Maid of the Mist"
DrFumblefinger shares the story behind one of North America's wettest boat adventures, a ride on the Maid of the Mist in Niagara Falls.
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Departures: Trains and Boats and Planes
Bob Cranwell, the Amateur Emigrant, shares interesting thoughts and observations on the nature of travel and the traveler.
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Re: Gumbo’s Pic of the Day, May 15, 2015: By the lighthouse at Portland Bill
Fantastic photo! It really captures the location and a dreamy mood.
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Re: Off the beaten track in Northern Laos
An awesome place! An amazing journey! How developed was the tourist infrastructure? Was it hard to get around? What guidebook did you use?
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Re: Off the beaten track in Northern Laos
Hi there, Travel Luver, Thank-you for your comment. Laos is an awesome place, indeed! In the main tourist centres of Northern Laos, especially Luang Prabang, I found the tourist infra structure to be well developed. In the smaller towns, and away from the usual tourist route, there were very few hotels but Guest Houses were common. Getting around included river travel and local buses. I found river travel the most comfortable although the boats were sometimes crowded. I've seen some blogs...
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Re: September 20, 2017: House Boats on the Kerala Backwaters
Sounds like a beautiful trip and a relaxing time! Thanks for sharing these.
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Re: The Famous River Walk in San Antonio, Texas
Thanks for the memory...we've enjoyed the River Walk a few times. The first time we didn't know it was there—Imagine our surprise at leaving our hotel by a downstairs door and finding that!
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Re: The Famous River Walk in San Antonio, Texas
Samantha, you just added another spot I have to get to see! A terrific blog!
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Re: The Famous River Walk in San Antonio, Texas
Looks like an amazing place. That's the last thing I would have expected in Texas. Can someone give me the idea behind Tex-Mex ? Is it a range of cooking or just the spicy sauce. And - yes - I'm in England.
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Re: The Famous River Walk in San Antonio, Texas
Yes, wonderful memories indeed. I've been here a few times, although probably the last time was about 20 years ago. It's a busy place in the evenings, but gives you a nice shaded place to walk on a hot day and lots of dining options. I also remember a rather good jazz club on the river -- wonder if it's still there? I'm surprised Rita's didn't have a nice choice of hot sauces for you to add to that food -- fire it up to your tastes!
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Re: The Famous River Walk in San Antonio, Texas
Garry, I'm assuming by your statement of "That's the last thing I would have expected in Texas", that you might imagine Texas like many of non-Texans do; lots of dry, dusty desert all over. In reality, Texas has a really varied landscape, that includes swampland, rolling hills, pine and oak forests, grasslands and plains, mountains, lakes, canyons, rivers, and yes, dry, dusty desert. One particular area of Texas just northwest of San Antonio that is always popular is the Texas Hill Country.
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Re: The Famous River Walk in San Antonio, Texas
I haven't been to it for years, but one of my favorite San Antonio memories is another "not dry and dusty"—the Japanese Tea Garden in Brackenridge Park, which is not far, if I remember, from the San Antonio river. It all started from an abandoned quarry which became a beautiful garden. It's especially wonderful early in the morning. Justin, have you thought about writing some blogs on TravelGumbo? Sounds like you know a lot about your area, and it would be great to have some!
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Re: The Famous River Walk in San Antonio, Texas
Glad you guys enjoyed the post. Thank you for all the comments, and your definition of Tex-Mex Justin. What I neglected to say in my post was that we became obsessed with their BBQ while we were out there. OMG, it was the BEST! Kansas City BBQ is good, but nothing compared to Texas. Can't wait to go back and get me some more BBQ. Make sure to hit the little hole in the wall places as they are usually the best. Thanks again everyone for the comments.
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Re: The Famous River Walk in San Antonio, Texas
Did you try Rudy's? That was our favorite, but we didn't get to try many...
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Re: The Famous River Walk in San Antonio, Texas
Pheymont, actually I haven't thought about that much to be honest. I wouldn't have a problem with it, but I just mainly wanted to try to give a little insight to someone that was looking for some clarification on a few things. I do know a fair amount about Texas. I was born an raised here, and left at age 19, and spent the next 17 years working and traveling both stateside and abroad, but have recently resettled in my home state. I've loved the opportunity to travel to the various countries...