Tagged With "Route 66"
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Calgary Farmers' Market
Farmers' markets in regions that have four seasons are, as you'd expect, different in character than those you find in tropical climates. Harvest is seasonal, so the best times to visit them is during the summer and...
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South Dakota State Capital, Pierre – The Land of Infinite Variety
While in South Dakota for the LWMS Convention , we decided to check out the state capitol building in Pierre. It is a wonderful capitol and I really liked all the marble. The capitol features a copper dome, Corinthian columns, rusticated walls of...
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"Pops" is a New Route 66 Icon
I know this is going to be a fun stop on Route 66 just outside Arcadia, Oklahoma when I spy a 66-foot pop bottle on the horizon. Getting closer I can see it stands in front of an uber-modern structure with gas pumps in front. I have never seen...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, September 10, 2015: Statue of Mary Tyler Moore, Minneapolis, Minneosta
She is the woman "who can turn the world on with her smile". Mary Tyler Moore is a Hollywood superstar who graced our television screens for over fifty years, not to mention appearing in a number of films on the silver screen. Well...
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What do Travelers look for when Traveling?
In a recent survey of 4300 American travelers by TripAdvisor, and a similar survey of 2300 mobile travelers by FlightView, some well know travel trends were reaffirmed and a few others of interest were noted. Not...
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Americans still love road trips: 71% will take one this summer
A new Harris Poll tells us what we must have known. Beyond cruises and flights, the classic road trip is still the popularity winner for U.S. vacationers, with 71% planning some sort of road trip this summer. The poll, based on 2215 U.S....
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Even giant pumpkins feel the heat
Euope's hotter than usual summer took its toll on visitors, residents, tempers, zoo animals and even on gigantic pumpkins. This year;s winner of the annual Swiss pumpkin-growing competition weighed in at a mere 3/4 of a ton (750kg or 1653 lbs). ...
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Best states for an American Road Trip
One of the most popular travel activities in the United States is to go on a road trip. It makes economic sense for American residents to pack up their cars, load the kids and head off to a national park or to visit family. But the...
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Halifax's Citadel (Where Gumbo was #258)
We visit the Citadel, Halifax' historic fort. Situated above the city's downtown and harbor, the site is presented much as it was 200 years ago. Be sure to visit the interesting Army Museum within the Citadel.
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Classical Gas Museum, Embudo, New Mexico
PHeymont almost missed this side-of-the-road excursion into our automotive past... but it was definitely worth the U-turn!
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Dunstaffnage Castle, Scotland
Ian Cook shares beautiful images and a detailed history of Dunstaffnage Castle. Built in the 13th century, it is one of the oldest castles in Scotland and has stood witness to many of the country's key historic events.
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Jersey Shore in Winter
In summer, hundreds of thousands "go down the shore," but Jonathan L shows us it's worth a winter visit as well.
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National Atomic Testing Museum, Las Vegas (Where Gumbo was #264)
Gumbo was visiting the Atomic Testing Museum in Las Vegas. If you have any interest in physics or the development of atomic weapons, this is an excellent place to learn more about the historic and social perspective of atomic weapons.
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China: Longest glass bridge drawing big crowds
The world's longest glass-bottom bridge is a third of a mile long, sways in the wind, and draws so many visitors it's hard to see the view.
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Villa Romana del Casale, Sicily (Where Gumbo was #272)
Gumbo was visiting the fascinating and well preserved mosaics at Villa Romana del Casale, a UNESCO World Heritage site in Sicily. The Villa houses the best preserved collections of Roman mosaics in the world.
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An evening stroll in Barrio Santa Cruz, Seville
We explore the narrow lanes and alleys of Barrio Santa Cruz, the old Jewish section of Seville, and discover a treasure of plazas, gardens and tapas bars.
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October 26, 2017: A Tribute to Tom Petty (1950 - 2017)
Ottoman takes us back to July 23, 2008, the day he saw Tom Petty and the Heartbreakers in concert at the Target Center, MInneapolis, Minnesota.
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Denver Museum of Nature and Science (Where Gumbo was #268)
Gumbo was visiting an excellent museum in Denver, its Nature and Science Museum. The museum has many galleries as part of its permanent exhibits and featured two interesting exhibits when DrFumblefinger visited, one on the Dead Sea Scrolls and one on Nature's Bioluminescence.
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Delta, American Plan More Routes
Delta and American are both ramping up their networks—Delta with more service to Europe and American with new domestic routes. Delta is adding a daily NYC-Zurich non-stop and increased service from NY to Rome, adding to its service from...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Dec. 24, 2013: Madonna and Child, Chartes Cathedral, France
Today's highlighted photo(s) come from one of the finest Gothic cathedrals in Europe, Chartres, recognized as a UNESCO World Heritage site. Chartres was built in the 12th century and is unique because it was constructed and furnished...
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Where in the World is TravelGumbo, #66
Gumbo's on the move again. Having left the halls of knowledge and learning, this time he's visiting a town in the mountains. Gumbo likes the ambiance of this town. THE RULES Share your suggestions, hints and...
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Leavenworth, Washington. Where Gumbo was, #66
Gumbo was visiting the small town of Leavenworth (population ~ 2000) in Washington state. Leavenworth is situated on the eastern slopes of the Cascade mountains only a few hours drive from Seattle. Gumbo has only visited this town...
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Strasbourg & Route Du Vin
My son, his girlfriend, and I spent four nights in lovely Strasbourg. We picked a perfect apartment right on Quai St. Nicholas (5 minute walk into town), which you can check out on booking.com here . Our friendly hostess (who speaks...
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El Rancho Hotel - Gallup NM
The El Rancho absolutely has the charm of yesterday. It was built in 1937 as a place for movie production companies to stay while filming in the nearby desert. It has maintained both the movie and western themes. ...
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Budapest's Great Synagogue
Commonly called the Dohanyi Street Synagogue, Budapest's biggest Jewish house of worship is also the largest synagogue in Europe, and one of the half-dozen largest in the world. But its significance goes well beyond its seating capacity (1500 men at...
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Travel the hard way: Seniors in round-the-world race
Four senior citizens are among 29 sailors competing in a solo race around-the-world in small sailing boats.
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November 9, 2016: Angel of the North, Gatehead
Angel of the North, Gatehead, North East UK. A contemporary sculpture of an angel set on a hill, completed in 1988. The scupture measures 20 m (66 ft) tall and 54 m (177 ft) across.
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Shunpiking through Northern Illinois
Jonathan L continues his westward trip off the highways, and shares his new discoveries and some ideas about random travel.
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September 12, 2016. Route des Vins, France
A scenic moment along the roadside in Alsace's famous Wine Route.
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Cave and Basin National Historic Site, Banff National Park (Where Gumbo Was #178)
Gumbo was visiting the Cave and Basin National Historic Site, the original site around which Canada's first National Park -- Banff National Park -- was created.
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Flying T-Rex clears O'Hare for Amsterdam
Today's travel day for Trix, a nearly-complete T-rex on her way to display in a Dutch museum, and O'Hare's throwing a farewell party.
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France opens new replica of Lascaux Cave
France's latest attraction is a complete reproduction of one of its oldest: the famed Lascaux Cave with its prehistoric paintings.
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December 28, 2016: U.S. Route 66-Sixth Street Historic District
A visit with Samantha to a district rich in different architectural styles, interesting antique stores, and a BBQ lunch.
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Economists tracking world's Big Mac prices
The Economist's annual index of currency values and purchasing power, using one of the world's most common commodities: the Big Mac.
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Swiss find puzzling Roman trove
A puzzling find at a construction site: a Roman cooking pot filled with illustrated oil lamps, each containing a coin...but so far, no one knows why.
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Hopper Tales: Fiction inspired by art while traveling
Sometimes, the art Jonathan L encounters in his travels inspires him to create flash fiction. Here are three stories inspired by paintings by Edward Hopper
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San Diego Zoo Safari Park (Where Gumbo was #326)
Gumbo was visiting the fabulous San Diego Zoo Safari Park. About a half hour's drive north of San Diego, it covers a vaste 1800 acres and offers the opportunity to see hundreds of species of often endangered animals roam freely in their vast enclosures.
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Visiting Bologna's churches on Easter Sunday
Jonathan L visited two of Bologna's cathedrals on Easter morning.
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Celebrity Car Museum, Branson, Missouri (Part 1)
DrFumblefinger shares some of his favorite vehicles from the Celebrity Car Museum in Branson (the first of two posts)
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Shepherd of the Hills Fish Hatchery, Branson
DrFumblefinger visits a trout hatchery in Branson, Missouri.
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Amarillo by Morning – Amarillo, Texas
Samantha and her husband had a great time in Amarillo, Texas and share some of the local hot spots.
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Qatar joins PreCheck as No.66
The TSA's trusted traveler clearance program continues to grow.
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Better tracking means fewer lost bags
Baggage tracking technology improvements means far fewer lost or delayed bags, but transfers are still an issue.
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Greenland from six miles high!
One of the advantages of the polar route between Europe and western North America is that on the westbound flight you generally travel during daylight. The route takes you over southern Greenland and on a good day the view out your window...
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St. John's Co-Cathedral, Valetta, Malta. (Where Gumbo was #161)
The solution to this week's puzzle is the beautiful cathedral of Malta. A highlight of any visit to the island.
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'Come Get Your Kicks...' on Route 66
Emilylw serves up a slice of classic Americana on a famous road she hadn't even been consciously aiming for...a real road trip experience!
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Viking plans round-the-world cruise for new ship
Viking Ocean Cruises will launch its fourth ship next year, and send it on a 5-month round-the-world maiden voyage.
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Antigua, Guatemala: Walking Tour, Part 2
Antigua (Guatemala) is about 45 minutes away from Guatemala city. Located on the central highlands it is surrounded by several volcanoes, the largest of which, Volcan de Agua, has erupted several times, triggering associated earthquakes that have...
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Airberlin Offers Some Round Trip Fares to Germany Under $500 from Miami
The Flight Deal website posted a Round Trip Airfare Sale from Miami to Germany on airberlin. Here's a couple of examples of the sale. $482.66 Round Trip Airfare from Miami to Stuttgart on Orbitz...