Tagged With "Ash Lawn-Highland"
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History, Mystery, Art and More in Boonsboro and Beyond
Stephanie Kalina-Metzger shares some of the sights and activities in historic Boonsboro, Maryland, which she recently visited.
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Langtang Views, Part 1
Bob Cranwell, the Amateur Emigrant, shares memories of an exhausting but rewarding visit to a remote area of Nepal.
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May 9, 2019: Crescent Park, Moose Jaw
DrFumblefinger visits Crescent Park, a lovely 28-acre park in downtown Moose Jaw, Saskatchewan.
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, March 9, 2014: Garden of the Palais Royale, Paris
These well-behaved trees provide a shady refuge in summer heat in the Jardin du Palais Royal in Paris. Beyond the alley of trees, the gardens contain a well-manicured lawn surrounded by riotous flower beds. The palace stands at one end, and the rest...
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Where was Gumbo #18 - Olana, Hudson NY
We have gotten to Tuesday and no one has guessed Where Gumbo went this week. So here is the answer: Gumbo traveled to the New York state town of Hudson, where Frederic Church built a house over looking the Hudson River so that he could paint....
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A visit to Thomas Jefferson's Monticello
Thomas Jefferson was the third President of the United States. His brilliance and great writing skills are well known. He authored one of the greatest statements of liberty in human history, the Declaration of...
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Charlottesville, Virginia: Land of Presidents
The region immediately around Charlottesville was home to three American Presidents – Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe and James Madison (the 3rd, 4th and 5th Presidents of the United States) – an impressive record for any city...
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St. Augustine Lighthouse
Built in 1870, The St. Augustine Lighthouse and its iconic black and white spiral paint is a must see.
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Celebrating Nature on 7 Continents: Asia, part 3 - European Bee-eaters in Sir Bani Yas Island, United Arab Emirates
We return to the UAE, where Kirsten Hines catches the first European bee-eaters to arrive on their migratory journey.
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March 29, 2016: Crocuses
Crocuses are blossoming and reminding us that summer will soon be visiting us in the Northern Hemisphere.
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Is Okinawa the next big destination?
Japanese tourism authorities are talking about Okinawa, Japan's outpost Ryukyu Islands prefecture, as the next Hawaii, with more visitors each year.
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March 6, 2016: CCNY Grotesques
Salvaged from the razing of buildings at the City College of New York, these gothic grotesques wait on a lawn near the School of Architecture.
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How dumb can you be? (2)
Bob Cranwell recounts, as only he can, a trip to Yemen at a time when military tensions and unrest were quite high.
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Landscaping Tips to Help Your Property Stand Out
Owning a good property is many people’s dream. We work for hours on end in order to be able to buy that property in the countryside. Once we get to achieve this dream, we have other responsibilities lying ahead of us. We have to pay for the bills and above all we have to keep it looking clean and fresh. You can make some simple touches to your property such as making changes to the outside décor, changing exterior colors and improving lawns. now you can find best property at properties away...
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March 12, 2019: The Horses of Jumeirah's al Qasr, Dubai
DrFumblefinger tries to visit the upscale al Qasr hotel in Dubai, but is escorted off the property. He did snap the photo of these interesting Arab Horse statues.
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Aug. 2, 2018: Beach Lawn, Waterloo, Liverpool
Garry shows us one of Liverpool's Regency-era suburbs for the wealthy.
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A Visit to the Heinz Chapel
George G visits the beautiful Heinz Chapel in Pittsburgh, built by the ketchup empire.
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Oct. 16, 2018: Schroeder Saddletree Factory Museum
Join Marilyn Jones on a trip down memory lane and a lesson in ingenuity.
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A long weekend in historic Charlottesville
Stephanie Kalina-Metzger shares a trip that takes in not only the town itself, but the nearby home of Thomas Jefferson.
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The Historic Mayhurst Inn
George G shares a visit to the historic and interesting Mayhurst Inn, well worth a look.
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March 8, 2019: Battery Park, Charleston
DrFumblefinger visits the historic Battery Park in Charleston. Built at the confluence of the Ashley and Cooper Rivers and Charleston Harbor, it's a wonderful place to relax, enjoy the sea breeze and a sunset.
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Where in the World is TravelGumbo (#281)
A new week, and a new puzzle, with more clues to follow daily. Can you figure out where our roving representative is leading you now? Answer Monday!
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Hirshhorn Museum, Washington, DC
George G reveals Gumbo's not-so-mysterious hide-out for the past week: One of the nation's top art museums at the Smithsonian.
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Re: Where in the World is TravelGumbo (#281)
Looking for smaller sculptures than the reflective lawn object, we find such an item in the form of a ship of some kind within the confines of our mystery location building. Here's today's clue!
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Re: Where in the World is TravelGumbo (#281)
Ahh, multiple clue day. Back out onto the lawn, it looks like we have stumbled upon some giant walnuts. And a little further on, a gazing statue that doesn’t seem pleased by what it sees.
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Re: Where in the World is TravelGumbo (#281)
Back outside onto the lawn where more sculptures await as Gumbo awaits your answer.
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Re: Rochester, NY: City of Re-Invention (Where Gumbo Was #140)
Another Rochester history note: Frederick Douglass, Abolitionist leader and former slave, made Rochester his home from 1843 to 1872, and is buried there. His newspaper, the North Star was published in Rochester starting in 1847. The statue of Frederick Douglass in the Highland Bowl was the first statue of an African-American in the U.S. There's more at RocWiki .
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Walking Los Angeles: Hollywood
Walking through Hollywood, Jonathan L starts to find more to like about Los Angeles.
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Segway shuts shop with no segue
Segway's Chinese parent company is discontinuing production as sales fall and small electric scooters fill its niche.
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Traveling in an RV: Turning Your RV into the Perfect Home
RV travel continues to grow in popularity. Dennis shares some of the reasons why you should consider traveling this way (sponsored content).
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The Hudson: A View from the Bridge
Jonathan L takes us on a walk over the Hudson River, on a rebuilt railroad bridge.
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Mr. Arnot's Museum, Elmira, New York
PHeymont enjoys a small but serious museum that evolves while continuing to reflect its founder's ideas.
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Boscobel Mansion, Garrison, New York
Jonathan L visited the Boscobel Mansion and grounds in Garrison, New York
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Lenoir Nature Preserve—A beautiful walk in an urban park
Jonathan L travels to the city of Yonkers for a walk in nature.
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Leaf Peeping in New York State
Jonathan L takes a road trip around New York to see the fall foliage
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Clouds over the Loch, Scotland
PHeymont shares some views of Highland clouds and the lakes below them.
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A Stroll on Beacon Hill, Boston
On a cold winter day, PHeymont takes a walk in one of Boston's iconic neighborhoods.
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Spring Training at Salt River Fields
Samantha loves baseball and enjoyed her visit to the Rockies' spring training field in Arizona, Salt River Field. Share her game day experience!
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New York's Lincoln Center going green
Concrete is giving way to green for outdoor visitors to New York's major performing arts center.
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Virginia Museum of Fine Arts, Richmond
George G shares a pleasant visit to a museum whose collections are eclectic and deep. Today's Part I focuses on modern and contemporary furniture and art
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The Museum at Bethel Woods
Jonathan L travels back to the 60's at the Museum at Bethel Woods
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Steps to Take to Secure Our Home When Traveling
Some suggestions to help you keep your home more secure when going on your next vacation (sponsored content)7
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Top 5 Multi-Day Hikes in the United Kingdom
Looking for an interesting and beautiful hike in the United Kingdom? Take a look at these suggestions (sponsored content)
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Big lakes at record lows in western drought
Continuing long-term drought conditions are having serious effects on both water resources and recreation.
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Visiting the Peradeniya Royal Botanical Gardens, Sri Lanka
Hemi takes us on a tour of this remarkable garden near Kandy, Sri Lanka.
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Hillwood Estate Mansion and Gardens
Jonathan L visits Hillwood Estate, home of Marjorie Merriweather Post.
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Family Fun on Florida's Historic Coast
Stephanie finds an amazing variety of family-friendly things-to-do, with no theme parks in sight