Tagged With "Fisherman's Wharf"
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Jan. 20, 2014: The Golden Gate Bridge, San Francisco, California
I would recommend renting a bicycle at Fishermans Wharf. Take your time crossing the Bridge Stop at Sausalito - Starbucks - Take in the beautiful surrounds. Watch the Fishing Boats. Take the Cycle track and head for the Ferry at Tiburon. Come back to SF on the Ferry and watch as the City rises from the fog. Great day !
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Re: In Egypt: An Unlikely Story
Super story ! I've lost count of the synchronicities that have played out in my own travelling life. Endless curiosity is one of the nicer burdens in life 😆😎
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Re: In Egypt: An Unlikely Story
My guess would be that only about 0.00001% of travelers to Egypt would have a familiarity with that book, interesting though it seems. You may very well have been the first person ever who recognized Hamada from Mahoney's book. But a charming tale it is and one that turns a good trip into a memorable experience. I'm saddened to hear that your story has you returning to Luxor already. I've enjoyed your Nile journey.
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Re: In Egypt: An Unlikely Story
I felt the same, DrF., already? And why I can't rid myself of the feeling that I must go back.
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Re: In Egypt: An Unlikely Story
Aswan is the business ! Well when you do, take a look for a family belonging a guy called Fikri on the outskirts of the Nubian village opposite and downstream. Another insight with good people !
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Re: Road Trip, Day 4: Fort Mason, San Francisco
San Francisco such a beautiful city. I've never been to Fort Mason next time might have to check it out. $45 per night not too bad of a deal considering it is an expensive city to be in.
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Re: Road Trip, Day 4: Fort Mason, San Francisco
San Francisco is, indeed, remarkable. Next Wednesday's episode of 'Road Trip' is also in Fort Mason and the following week in Chinatown. Tune in again, Mytraveledroad.
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Re: February 17, 2020: San Francisco Views
Go to Fishermans Wharf. Rent a Bicycle. Ride across the Golden Gate Bridge. Stop at all viewing spots. On to Sausalito. Stop for Coffee and a cake. Sit on the sea wall and watch the Fishing Boats cleaning their nets. The Seagulls will steal your piece of cake when you're not looking . Back on the Bicycles and on to Tiburon using the Cycle Tracks. Find the Ferry Terminal then back home to base. Wonderful days excersise !
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Re: Gallarus Oratory, Dingle Peninsula, Ireland
Three more comments concerning Dingle: 1. Leaving the wharf/tourist area in Dingle and walking uphill into the central part of the town was very interesting in that we could interact with the locals and leave the hustle & bustle of the lower part of town. We stopped at a neat cafe for coffee called the Frog St. Cafe and we were the only non-locals in the place. 2. Between Dingle town and Slea Head is the Stone House Restaurant, which overlooks the bay and an ancient fort. The restaurant...
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Re: Where in the World is TravelGumbo? (#74)
Last clues of this puzzle. The discussion will go up on Friday morning. A slightly different view of the building shown above: And if you're in front of the building and look to the right, this is your view: So where in the world is Gumbo?
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Re: Where in the World is TravelGumbo? (#74)
The rocks and vegetation look more Californian than Gulf Coast. Now, what about Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey?
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Re: Old Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey, California. Where Gumbo Was, #74
Looks a bit like the San Francisco Fisherman's Wharf. Lots of tourist attractions to help part you from your savings. But the Sea Lions waving their fins to catch some sunlight make it all worthwhile. Yes - I know - the kids love it - but watching who gets pushed off the floating boards to make room for the big fella is absolute poetry. Then he in turn pushes another Sea Lion off. Fine explanation of the "pecking order" Looks like a great location to spend the day - and pedestrian friendly...
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Re: Old Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey, California. Where Gumbo Was, #74
It's a much smaller Fisherman's Wharf than San Franciscos, and one I like a lot better. Also, crowds are much lighter and the atmosphere a little more relaxed.
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A Road Trip Gallery: Fort Mason Community Garden & the Man in Pink
March 12, 2015 I discovered the community garden on this visit to Fort Mason, having missed it the first time I stayed at the hostel. I walked in, looking around for possible subjects, and didn’t notice the thin man in a...
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Road Trip, Day 4: Fort Mason, San Francisco
March 12, 2015 I drove south through Sonoma and Marin Counties, past the houseboats on the bay at Sausalito, across the Golden Gate Bridge into San Francisco, and arrived earlier than the hostel’s official 3:00 check-in...
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5 Top Destinations to Check Out When Visiting Sydney
Sydney is the oldest and biggest city of Australia. It lies in between the intermingling of land and sea. In 1788, commander of the First Fleet Captain Arthur Phillip established the first British colony in Sydney Cove of Australia. Tourists can no visit Sydney's fabled history in the narrow cobbled laneways and historic buildings surrounding the area. After booking your flight and choosing the best hotel such as Four Seasons and Holiday Inn accommodation , it is time to explore the various...
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October 11, 2017: Beautiful Boston Harbor and Long Wharf
Boston's historic Long Wharf impresses Samantha for its views, and as a place to relax and watch the harbor and airplanes.
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, August 31, 2015: California Sea Lions, Fanny Bay
Fanny Bay is a tiny oceanside town situated on pretty Baynes Sound, a sheltered, narrow strait. It's a popular place for fishermen, scuba divers, kayakers and paddle-boarders to use as a departure point. There's...
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Boston's Beautiful Public Garden
Samantha takes us to the crown jewel of Boston's Emerald Necklace.
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March 19, 2018: Winter at Caraquet Wharf, New Brunswick
Travel Rob shows us what winter looks like at the Port of Caraquet (Caraquet Wharf) in New Brunswick, Canada
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, May 28, 2014: Bergen's Historic Bryggen Waterfront
— 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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Monterey's Fish House, California
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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Unwanted landmarks? London's worst new buildings named
Building and Design magazine has once again named "Britain's Worst New Building" (above) and some runners-up.
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Maritime Museum, San Francisco
Gumbo was visiting the Maritime Museum in San Francisco. Situated in the Fisherman's wharf area, in a beautiful ship-like building, it offers interesting exhibits and great views of San Francisco and its Bay.
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A Rambler's London
Every trip ends with too many pictures. PHeymont finishes his London with a gallery of leftovers: poignant, quirky, surprising, or just pleasant to remember.
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Staunton, Virginia Ramblings
George G wanders the streets of Staunton and shares some interesting photos and observations about this historic city.
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Is Venice finally due for cruise relief?
Italy's transport minister proposes an immediate move, but there's widespread doubt his plan is practical.
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Mar. 22, 2016: Fisherman, St Catherines Bay breakwater
Fisherman,St Catherines Bay breakwater. Jersey, Channel Islands, U.K.
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Amsterdam opens up for superyachts
Amsterdam, which has lost some cruise business over its tourist tax is getting ready to welcome the super-rich and their super-yachts.
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Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Quincy Market, Boston
Samantha shares her visit to historic Faneuil Hall Marketplace and Quincy Market in Boston, Massachusetts.
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Re: Mar. 22, 2016: Fisherman, St Catherines Bay breakwater
Great shot! And what a great place to fish!
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Re: Mar. 22, 2016: Fisherman, St Catherines Bay breakwater
Yeah, a great shot indeed! I wonder what he's fishing for?
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Beauty spot is England's most polluted
The village of Chideock in Dorset hardly fits the stereotype of polluted air, but the monitoring instruments say otherwise.
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Middle Island, Miramichi, New Brunswick, Canada
Travel Rob discovers the sad history of Middle Island, Miramichi, New Brunswick
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In Egypt: An Unlikely Story
Coincidence, or fate? PortMoresby finds herself on a journey into an improbable, but true, traveler’s tale.
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Three Stories about Cannery Row
Cannery Row today, an upscale mall in Monterey, gives little hint of the other stories that have shaped the area.
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USA Revisited: an Australian perspective
Barry shares fond memories of a last pre-pandemic visit to some of America's best scenes.
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In Egypt: On a Felucca
Finding herself a bit out of her element, but loving it nonetheless, PortMoresby embarks on an afternoon spent sailing on the Nile.
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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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Petit-Rocher, New Brunswick, Canada
Travel Rob was visiting a picturesque New Brunswick town that has commissioned art that helps you see the life of the village.
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Santa Barbara's Masterpiece Courthouse
A well-timed earthquake in the 1920s gave the California city the need and the time to create an exuberant civic masterpiece.
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Scarecrows in Mahone Bay, Nova Scotia
We were delighted to find that our visit to the small town of Mahone Bay in Nova Scotia coincided with the town's popular annual Scarecrow Festival.
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California Adventure
Join Marilyn and family on a whirlwind tour of California from yesterday to now at Disney's 'other' park at Disneyland
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London: A fight between tradition and tourism
London's meat purveyors are fighting back against a plan to evict them to open a new Museum of London
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Museum of London, Docklands
In an old West India Dock warehouse, the museum makes clear the role of the port and dockworkers in making London.
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Regents Canal and Limehouse Cut, London
Scenes of life along some of London's oldest canals
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A Glimpse of Maritime Greenwich
London's Borough of Greenwich has a full slate of attractions that have put it high on PHeymont's next-trip bucket list.