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Re: Whitby - North Yorkshire Coastal Town

Marilyn Jones ·
I haven't been to Whitby in years...thank yu for the memories!
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Re: Whitby - North Yorkshire Coastal Town

Amateuremigrant ·
Camping on the pig farm beyond the abbey in the sixties �� But loved it. A fine wee nugget of a port town that never seems to lose its charm - there's no room, unlike sprawling cousins of Scarboro, Brid and Filey
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, March 18th, 2014: Chihuahua Man of Marsaxlokk

PortMoresby ·
Island Man, just over a year ago I landed on Malta after my freighter trip from Singapore. I stayed first in Marsaxlokk for several days, at Duncan Accommodations, above the bar of the same name, which it appears Chihuahua Man is looking right at! I loved the town, especially fun on market day. Thanks for the memory.
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, March 18th, 2014: Chihuahua Man of Marsaxlokk

DrFumblefinger ·
Love the photo and the backstory, Islandman! Chihuahuas are really quite amazing animals -- extremely intelligent and very affectionate with their owners. A little small for my taste, but I can see his attraction to them.
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Re: Lunenberg, Nova Scotia (Where Gumbo Was #244)

GarryRF ·
The Ship "Picton Castle" was constructed for a company in Swansea - Wales. It was the first Ship to arrive in Norway near the end of WW2 and was known as the "Liberator of Norway"
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Re: August, 14, 2017: School of Fish, Sparks, Nevada

GarryRF ·
Worthy of a Prize in any competition !
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Re: Iquitos Jungle Tour

Travel Rob ·
Thanks, what an incredible tour. Even has a Gumbo favorite,a Gustave Eiffel building! https://www.travelgumbo.com/blo...with-the-tour-eiffel
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Re: Iquitos Jungle Tour

Travel Rob ·
I was going to ask about the different face paints.What were the differences between single ,married and looking, or could you tell?
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Re: Iquitos Jungle Tour

eluxton ·
Originally Posted by Travel Rob: I was going to ask about the different face paints.What were the differences between single ,married and looking, or could you tell? The one I have in the photo is married (this was to avoid confusion, I was there with my boyfriend but we're not really married). The one for single was a lot simpler, just a streak on each cheek as I remember it, but I didn't get to see the one for 'looking' as no one in our group was!!
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Sept. 19, 2015: Flying Lessons

Marilyn Jones ·
What a delightful narrative and photos; a great way to start my day -- positive and uplifting!!
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Re: September 20. 2019: Drying Fish, Beruwala, Sri Lanka

DrFumblefinger ·
The Sri Lankans sure know how to make some delicious curries from those dried fish, Professor -- thanks for showing how it's done, so simple really. It's surprising how the tradition lasts, even in days of good refrigeration. For example, in Alaska many of the dog team owners dry hundreds -- even thousands -- of salmon each year with which to feed their teams (and themselves) over the long cold winter. Spaniards remain fond of dried salted fish for their dishes, and I'm sure there are other...
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Re: September 6, 2019: Fishermen, Warkworth Bay, Northumberland.

Marilyn Jones ·
Beautiful photography!!
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Re: Kestrel, Fish Creek Provincial Park

Travel Luver ·
What a pretty little bird!
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Re: Feb. 5, 2016: Fishing boats, Santiago de Cuba

Travel Rob ·
Great photos!
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Re: Feb. 5, 2016: Fishing boats, Santiago de Cuba

GarryRF ·
You must have been tempted to spend a few hours fishing the blue waters !
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Re: Touch a Shark at Aquarium of the Pacific, Long Beach

DrFumblefinger ·
I love visiting this aquarium, too, Samantha! The shark tank is extremely cool and there are lots of interesting exhibits to explore -- especially fun with kids. Still, my personal favorite is the Monterey Bay Aquarium.
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Re: French town reaffirms tourism ban: No space travelers allowed

GarryRF ·
Another example of what wine - in excess - does to your brain.
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Re: Flying this week? Check your Airline!

GarryRF ·
As "Climate Change" continues to keep Western Europe in a warm Caribbean breeze - then crossing the pond will be fine. Presuming - of course - you get a take off from America !
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Dec 17, 2014: Fish Creek Park, Calgary

DrFumblefinger ·
You picked the perfect morning for these photos, SCP. The light in winter in Calgary is really superb for photos, and you did a great job with these. Happy Holidays to you as well!
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Re: Ripley's Aquarium of Canada, Toronto

GarryRF ·
Certainly is worth going to Toronto just for that experience ! Taking the kids to an exhibition of wildlife stays with them forever. They reminisce with their friends for years. Never forget it. Certainly would love to repeat the experience myself. Looks like a masterpiece of an Aquarium.
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Re: Ripley's Aquarium of Canada, Toronto

DrFumblefinger ·
Thanks for your comments, Garry. The kids there were all having a lot of fun, so it would be the kind of place for families to visit for sure. They have special kid-focused exhibits and play areas, perfect for keeping their attention and letting off some steam. The Dangerous Reef exhibit is especially impressive and worth the ticket price all by itself. But there are a lot of unusual exhibits and aquatic animals. My favorite aquarium still remains the Monterey Bay Aquarium, which I hope to...
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Airbus flies 5 A-350s in formation...and tells how

Paul Heymont ·
For those of us who are airplane-obsessed, seeing a new model in flight for the first time is a thrill...so imagine FIVE, all at once! Airbus, which just sent its first A-350 off into service has also released a video of its formation fly-by of five...
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Palm Springs Air Museum, California (Where Gumbo was #104)

DrFumblefinger ·
  Gumbo was visiting the Palm Springs Air Museum in the California desert, and specifically had the privilege of sitting in the cockpit of a B-17 Flying Fortress bomber (like the one in the above photo).  Congratulations to the many who...
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JetBlue, Amazon team for free WiFi, Prime benefits

Paul Heymont ·
It's almost enough to make you forget JetBlue's upcoming bag fees. Passengers will continue to enjoy the lower-end (Simply Surf) tier of JetBlue's Fly-Fi product, courtesy of Amazon, and Amazon Prime members will be able to use the service to access...
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Ripley's Aquarium of Canada, Toronto

DrFumblefinger ·
  One of Toronto’s newest big attractions is Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada , with underwater creatures and habitats from across the globe.   It's in a fabulous location, on the harborfront adjoining the CN Tower, Rogers Center and...
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October 4, 2017: Fishermen on Kerala Beach

Professorabe ·
Professor Abe shares snapshots and a first-hand account of a traditional fishing method in Kerala, India
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May 19, 2017: Kingfishers, Northern England

Ian Cook ·
A uniquely "Ian Cook" photo-essay of beautiful kingfishers doing what kingfishers do.
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Whitby - North Yorkshire Coastal Town

Paul Hunter Landscape Tog ·
Whitby, North Yorkshire. A modern visitor attraction, working fishing port, with ancient religious heritage that inspired Bram Stoker.
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Ala Moana Center, Waikiki: World's Largest Open-Air Mall

Samantha ·
Samantha takes us to Hawaii's biggest shopping mall, which is also the largest open air mall anywhere.
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The Rockefeller Gardens - Ormond Beach, Florida

Samantha ·
Join Samantha for a visit to the extensive gardens and park land that were once the private Florida estate of the Rockefellers.
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August, 14, 2017: School of Fish, Sparks, Nevada

DrFumblefinger ·
An unusual piece of public art captured DrFumblefinger's attention in, of all places, an outlet mall.
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Catania Market, Sicily. Part 1, the Fish

DrFumblefinger ·
One of Catania's most popular tourist attractions is its fish market, La Pescheria. A lively place filled with an amazing diversity of sea life, it's an experience you won't soon forget.
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February 5, 2020: Cleaning the Catch, Seward

DrFumblefinger ·
DrFumblefinger comes across some commercial fishermen cleaning their catch at Seward harbor.
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Where are flights most often delayed? Now you know.

Paul Heymont ·
It's not a trick question, and the answer is not "At the airport."   The Telegraph (UK) has collected delay figures for summer flights involving popular holiday destinations, and fond that Portugal had the worst record last year, with 51 percent...
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Fiumicino, Italy. Where Gumbo was #123

DrFumblefinger ·
  Gumbo was visiting a small city many people travel through, but few people stop to visit.  Gumbo was in Fiumicino, Italy.  Rome's main airport, Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino (FCO) is situated a few kilometers from downtown...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Sept. 19, 2015: Flying Lessons

Paul Heymont ·
Back for a day from our flying time, on the way home from Europe, we spotted this young bird on our Brooklyn stoop, preparing to become a frequent flier.   While the mother perched above, the baby showed all the trepidation and ungainliness...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Jul 6, 2015: Fish Market, Catania

IslandMan ·
The city of Catania is on the south-east coast of Sicily and is known as the "Milan" of the south. Renowned for the its' architecture and Roman history, it's a popular destination for locals and tourists alike. On a recent trip there...
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India Plans to Subsidise Flying on Regional Routes to Make Them Affordable to the Masses

Travel Rob ·
The government of India announced plans to make air travel affordable to more Indians, with schemes to revive ailing airports and airstrips, tax incentives, subsidies and a two percent levy on international and some domestic routes. The plan...
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Fishing for wild boar in Italian waters

Paul Heymont ·
Yes, that's what the headline says, and what it meant. A group of Italian fishermen were startled to find a wild boar swimming alongside, 6 km off the coast of Puglia in southern Italy.   After filming the video above (who would believe them...
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Cruise line updates: Win some, lose some

Paul Heymont ·
Cruise lines have announced some changes in plans and prices recently; two big ones are a trend to higher daily gratuity charges on board, and a move to more flexibility in choosing flights as part of cruise packages. Princess Cruises is raising daily...
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Lunenberg, Nova Scotia (Where Gumbo Was #244)

DrFumblefinger ·
Gumbo was visiting the coastal town of Lunenberg in Nova Scotia. Lunenberg is a UNESCO World Heritage Site because it is the best preserved example of a British-planned community in Canada. It is a great spot to spend a day.
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December 11, 2017: Flying A Gas Station, Truckee

DrFumblefinger ·
A nicely refurbished service station in Truckee, California, is featured in today's Pic of the Day.
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Aquatic Creatures at the Sea Life Kansas City Aquarium

Samantha ·
Join Samantha on a deep dive into the underwater world at a great aquarium.
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A Neighborhood Market in Barcelona

DrFumblefinger ·
DrFumblefinger visits and enjoys a small market in the Gracia neighborhood of Barcelona.
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, May 28, 2014: Bergen's Historic Bryggen Waterfront

Paul Heymont ·
— Bryggen (it actually means waterfront) is the historic wharf area of Bergen, Norway, widely known for its brightly-colored warehouses and its long history. Most of the oldest buildings date to the heyday of the Hanseatic presence here from the...
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Airlines Ramp up to Meet Demand

Paul Heymont ·
After a few years of reducing flights to force full planes, rising demand has caught up with the airlines, and they are adding planes and seats. According to this Forbes report, all of the major U.S. carriers have increased their "flying capacity"...
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Monterey's Fish House, California

DrFumblefinger ·
Most of us would agree that one of the greatest pleasures of traveling is discovering new and terrific places to eat.  I often research a few possibilities in advance of a trip but while visiting Monterey recently had not done so.  Traveling...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Dec 17, 2014: Fish Creek Park, Calgary

Still Country Photo ·
  Season's Greetings to all and I wish you safe travels over the holidays.   These photos were taken in a part of Fish Creek Park in Calgary's SW.  It is called Shannon Terrace.  There is an old homestead down there that was once...
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October 26, 2016: Dillon Reservoir

Samantha ·
Samantha visits the Dillon Reservoir, a great spot in Colorado for outdoor recreation and beautiful views.
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French town reaffirms tourism ban: No space travelers allowed

Paul Heymont ·
What sounds like one of those weird laws turns out to be maybe a good publicity stunt, banning space invaders from a French wine village.
 
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