Tagged With "Cape Horn"
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Portland, Maine: The World's Longest Lobster Roll...and so much more!
Portland, Maine is a great place to visit any time (even in the winter!) but it’s hard to imagine a more exciting moment to have been there on the day they built the world’s longest lobster roll! The roll for the roll is seen arriving,...
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John F Kennedy Space Center, Cape Canaveral, Florida
The Kennedy Space Center is one of my favorite attractions in the United States. It highlights some of the greatest technological achievements of our species and is testament to one of the most significant advances of human...
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Coastal California: Pigeon Point Lighthouse
Officially called the Pigeon Point Light Station, it’s been my sentinel, standing at the edge of my personal territory, telling me I’m nearing, or leaving, my family on the coastside of the Bay Area, south of San Francisco. I...
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El Morro National Monument - a hike to early american graffiti
El Morro National Monument On a drive from Taos to LA I was able to stop at El Morro National Monument ....
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Hawaii: Coping with Hurricane Ana
It's not every day a traveler has to deal with a hurricane -- especially when vacationing in the South Pacific. My first brushes with one were exciting in a way, but tedious in most respects. I've experienced a number of "natural...
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October 11, 2016: Three Bavarian Alpine Horn Players.
Is there anything more Bavarian than alpine horns? George G shares our Pic of the Day.
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July 27, 2016: Bighorn Sheep at Hemenway Park in Boulder City, NV
On a side trip from Las Vegas, Samantha found this park, well-equipped with recreational equipment...and bighorn sheep!
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St. Helena: airport built, planes can't land
One of Britain's most distant possessions has a new airport and hopes for tourism, but wind issues have kept it from being used.
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A Rambler in Valparaiso, Chile
A ramble with PHeymont through Chile's historic premier port city, now reviving commercially and as a tourism destination.
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Sept. 30, 2019: Clarence Drive, Western Cape, South Africa
Professor Abe shares a beautiful drive in South Africa, famous for whale sightings during the winter months.
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Breisach on the Rhine, Germany's Europe City
Quiet Breisach on the Rhine has an eventful history and a 20th-century claim to fame as first to vote for a united Europe.
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Kirstenbosch Botanical Garden, Cape Town, South Africa
Professor Abe visits a beautiful and inviting botanical garden in Cape Town, rich in the unique flora of Africa.
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Exploring the Patagonian Fjordlands: A Storm at the End of the World
DrFumblefinger gets caught in the worst storm he's ever experienced when visiting Cape Horn, the southern most island in South America.
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McAdam Railway Station, New Brunswick, Canada
Gumbo was found at one of the most interesting train stations in the world. Find out more!
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Jan. 1, 2014: A Bird on the Beach
Happy New Year from the TravelGumbo Gurus and friends! Sure, it's cold now, and seems like months to go to Spring, but keep this hopeful feathered friend and the beach in mind and it will help the time pass. This picture is from an early...
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Herculaneum, 79 A.D.
As a visitor to Naples, Italy and the surrounding countryside, it’s hard to disregard the presence of Mt. Vesuvius looming everywhere one goes. For example, should one forget for a moment, we have only to step onto the...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, April 1st, 2014:Traditional Maltese Musical Instruments
I recently attended a cultural evening at the National Archives complex in Rabat, Malta. The theme was a lecture and demonstration of original and traditional Maltese folk music instruments. One of the lecturers was a music historian from Ireland who...
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Lake Havasu Lighthouse Replicas - Part 1 of 3
Lake Havasu, Arizona has become “the city with most lighthouses in America,” thanks to its collection of 1/3 scale lighthouses from everywhere.
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10 Top Rated Tourist Attractions in Dubai
1 Burj Khalifa Dubai's landmark building is the Burj Khalifa, which at 829.8 meters is the tallest building in the world and the most famous of the city's points of interest. For most visitors, a trip to the observation deck on the 124th floor here is a must-do while in the city. The views across the city skyline from this bird's-eye perspective are simply staggering. The slick observation deck experience includes a multimedia presentation on both Dubai and the building of the Burj Khalifa...
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A Day in Cape May
Stephanie enjoys the beautiful architectural and gustatory treats during a day at lovely Cape May.
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St. Peter's Catholic Church and Cemetery, Nova Scotia
Travel Rob visits St. Peter's Catholic Church and Cemetery in Ingonish, Nova Scotia
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Aug. 20, 2018: Yard Art in Cape Breton, Nova Scotia
Travel Rob finds some impressive yard art on Cape Breton.
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Cape Breton Miners Museum, Glace Bay
Travel Rob visits the moving and informative Cape Breton Miners Museum in Glace Bay, Nova Scotia
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Oct. 1, 2018: Alphonsus Church, Nova Scotia
Travel Rob shows us the scenic St. Alphonsus Church on Cape Breton.
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Palace State Rooms and Armoury, Valletta (Where Gumbo was #286)
Gumbo was visiting one of the most popular attractions in Valletta, Malta, situated in the Royal Palace. These include some of the State Rooms and one of the world's best armouries.
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Cabot Trail, Cape Breton, Canada
Travel Rob shows the Cabot Trail, one of the most scenic road trips of the world.
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October 12, 2018: Whooper Swans, Northumberland
Ian Cook captures some beautiful images of Whooper swans and shares some of their natural history in today's Pic of the Day.
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Dec. 3, 2018: Cossit House, Nova Scotia
Travel Rob visits the Cossit House in Sydney, Nova Scotia.
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Re: "Lactation Station" joining airport amenities
There's a real problem, and it has a number of parts. First, there are some who need reminding that nursing is normal...and some of those complain loudly (happened in my presence on a bus last week) even though nothing was exposed. But the point of the lactation station, I think, touches the other horn of the dilemma. Some families feel that, even covered by a blanket, that they are the object of unwanted attention, and prefer some privacy...and the lactation station is a lot better solution...
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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: A Day in Cape May
It has been decades since I was in Cape May; a true gem! You did an excellent job of portraying this city and all it has to offer!!
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Re: St. Peter's Catholic Church and Cemetery, Nova Scotia
Excellent photos inside and out. Looking forward to you next destination, possibly a picturesque location in Florida !!
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Re: Black Rhinos on the move
Whilst it is correct that both poaching and habitat losses represent severe threats to the survival of rhinos, it is clearly poaching that constitutes the most acute risk. More than two (black/white) rhinos per day are poached in South Africa alone: https://www.savetherhino.org/a...outh-africa-in-2018/ And all because of some idiotic belief in the healing properties of rhino horn ...
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Re: St. Helena: airport built, planes can't land
I can't believe the wind is a new thing, although I suppose it can vary in intensity from season to season and even year to year. You'd think some engineer would have investigated this before the investment of $400 million!
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Re: St. Helena: airport built, planes can't land
Project planned and completed by an obscure government department 15,000 miles away. More explanation needed? I’d almost bet the locals could have set them straight if not for the desire not to jeopardize the construction ever happening…
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Naples: Lively Streets and Sights
A week in Naples gave PHeymont a chance to see some of the liveliest street scenes in a colorful and chaotic neighborhood.
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Re: Penguins and Protea: Cape Point Peninsula
Excellent article and photos. I was on an official tour of South Africa when I visited Cape Town. Unfortunately Cape Point wasn't on the itinerary. Maybe I will get the opportunity to return and visit this interesting and picturesque location!
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Re: Penguins and Protea: Cape Point Peninsula
Hi Marilyn, thanks for your comment. It really works out well as a day trip. Very recommended for your next visit to Cape Town.
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Re: Penguins and Protea: Cape Point Peninsula
I agree, excellent article and photos. I lived in Cape Town in the early 1980s, and there were no penguins at Boulders until 1982. One other good place to see them is Betty's Bay, which is the other side of False Bay, on the coast road to the whale watching town of Hermanus.
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Penguins and Protea: Cape Point Peninsula
A day trip from Cape Town, South Africa proved a highlight of DrFumblefinger's trip, with great views, and penguins too!
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Mining for History at Sutter's Mill
The museum at the site of California's original gold strike works hard at making clear truths behind the legendary images.
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Cape Town Bounces Back
Barry Barford is drawn to the natural beauty of Cape Town and impressed by its resilience.
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Scenes from Cape Breton Island
DrFumblefinger enjoys the stunning natural beauty of Nova Scotia's Cape Breton Island
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Re: Scenes from Cape Breton Island
A great road trip that was one of my favorites. Love the people in Cape Breton too.
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Hercules Beetle, Costa Rica
DrFumblefinger came across this gigantic bug while hiking in the rainforest of Costa Rica's northeast coastal region.