Tagged With "Fort Bragg"
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Cruise lines drop Houston as a cruise port
The two cruise lines that have been sailing from Houston's cruise port have cancelled plans to use the port after the middle of next year. The port has been open since 2013, after a $100 million renovation. Local officials had hoped that it would be...
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Hi-speed rail to connect Miami, Orlando
With stations already under construction, a new rail service connecting Miami, Fort Lauderdale, West Palm Beach and Orlando is on track for a 2017 launch, with trains that will provide airline-style amenities without the airport hassle. The new...
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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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Fort Frederick State Park, Maryland (Where Gumbo Was #246)
Gumbo was visiting Fort Frederick, now a state park in Maryland. George shares the history of the fort and provides us with a nice photo tour of its sights.
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Dec. 31, 2017: Disappearing Gun, Fort Casey, Washington
Visit Fort Casey with Jonathan L, and see the huge guns that were a key part of coastal defense in past years.
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Steall Waterfall, Glen Nevis, Scotland.
Ian Cook shares a visit to Steall Waterfall, a lovely waterfall situated in the Scottish Highlands. It is the second highest waterfall in Scotland.
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Whidbey Island, Washington
Jonathan L explores the islands, forts and ferries of Puget Sound.
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Port Townsend, Washington
Jonathan L spends some time in a former major port that's become a pleasant waterfront community on Puget Sound.
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Fort Clatsop and Oregon Beaches
Lewis and Clark lore, history and some great beaches highlight this week's installment of Jonathan L's Pacific Northwest odyssey.
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Central India, Pt.5: Maheshwar
Professor Abe's journey through Central India takes us to the charming city of Maheshwar, on the north bank of the Narmada, one of India's seven holy rivers.
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Gold Country, California: The Great Republic of Rough & Ready
“Do you live around here?” The question came from a guy emerging from the Fippin Blacksmith Shop, while I was admiring a very pretty motorcycle parked in front. I was pleased he got it right, guessing that even locals...
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Fort De Soto Park, Florida – A Tropical Utopia
Today GutterPup would like to let you in on one of the best kept secrets in Florida, an undeveloped tropical utopia swaddled by three miles of soft white sandy beaches, and sunsets that set the sky ablaze with dramatic oranges, reds, pinks and yellows...
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More competition for Big 3: Allegiant and JetBlue add routes
JetBlue and Allegiant expand routes, especially from Florida airports, in some cases going head-to-head against established competitors.
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Celebrate Kentucky History in Danville
Local history with national connection is the thread of this report by Jonathan L
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The Bay Area by "Clipper"
PortMoresby turns misfortune into adventure when, after almost 6 decades of dependence on her car, discovers public transportation from one end of San Francisco Bay to the other.
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7 Underrated United States Vacation Destinations
Odetta Viola has some suggestions for interesting and less visited destinations for your consideration in the USA (sponsored content).
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August 21, 2019: Audience Hall, Red Fort, Delhi
DrFumblefinger visits the impressive and spacious Audience Hall in Delhi's famous Red Fort. The Fort is a UNESCO World Heritage site.
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Fort Ticonderoga: History in a beautiful place
Jonathan L takes us to the Adirondack Mountains and a visit to Fort Ticonderoga
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Fort William Henry: A journey to the 18th century
Jonathan L takes us back to the French and Indian War on a visit to Lake George
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Spirit keeps the pressure on legacy carriers
Spirit strikes again...this time with more non-stops from Philadelphia The ultra-low-cost carrier is taking on JetBlue and American this time, with non-stops from Philadelphia to Fort Lauderdale and Detroit. The Spirit "bare-fare" services that it hopes will win it market share competing with the majors on high-density has already pushed all three of the big legacy carriers—Delta, United and American—into offering no-frills fares in competition. (For Gumbo's coverage of that...
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WWII forts at sea could become luxury hotel
A series of seven forts built at sea to fend off a Nazi invasion have been proposed as a setting for a luxury hotel by a design firm trying to lure investment and a developer. The forts are off the coast near Whitstable, and can only be reached by sea or helicopter. The forts, called the Maunsell forts after their designer. have been out of service since 1956, and an eighth one in the group was removed as a shipping hazard. It appears that technically the forts are ownerless, but they are...
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Grapevine—the Christmas Capital of Texas
With over 1400 Christmas season events, this town just north of bustling Dallas-Fort Worth airport is a holiday respite for the whole family.
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December 31, 2018: Fort Lauderdale Beach
DrFumblefinger shares some photos of a nice warm day at Fort Lauderdale Beach.
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Dec. 19, 2019: An unusual Mailbox, Fort Lauderdale
This unusual customized mailbox was found outside the Fort Lauderdale Antique Car Museum.
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Re: NYC-LAX for $32—-is it possible?
Amazing! No surprise the deal has already been snapped up. It's definitely worth all the publicity they will get out of these fantastic sales.
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Re: Road Trip, Day 1: City of Ten Thousand Buddhas and The Skunk
Thanks, you made us feel like we are on the journey with you!Can't wait for the rest of your Roadtrip!
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Re: Road Trip, Day 1: City of Ten Thousand Buddhas and The Skunk
Agree with you, Rob! Thank you, PM, for letting us sit in the back seat of your road trip! Can't wait to see where we drive to next. Are we there yet? Are we there yet? Are we there yet? (I was an annoying kid)
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Re: Road Trip, Day 1: City of Ten Thousand Buddhas and The Skunk
And what a great teaser headline!
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, April 25, 2015: Форт-Росс (Fort Ross)
I didn't know this history about California and I find it very interesting. I love to visit state and national historic sites; they offer such insight into America's complex history! Thank you for a great post!
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Re: Road Trip, Day 1: City of Ten Thousand Buddhas and The Skunk
What an interesting place. Looking at the city on Google maps it certainly has that institutional utility look of a government facility. If not knowing it was the Mendocino State Hospital I would have thought it was an old military base. Thanks for sharing.
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Re: A Road Trip Gallery: Fort Mason Community Garden & the Man in Pink
Beautiful pictures. I can't wait to get back to the SF area.
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Re: A Road Trip Gallery: Fort Mason Community Garden & the Man in Pink
Nobody sees what makes a small garden special better than you, PM! Beautiful photos!
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Re: A Road Trip Gallery: Fort Mason Community Garden & the Man in Pink
All beautiful...but the last one, that's magical.
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Re: WWII forts at sea could become luxury hotel
It is an interesting idea, and would be one of the most unique hotel properties in the world if the idea is well executed.
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Re: WWII forts at sea could become luxury hotel
If it could be truly secure, it would be an amazing place to experience a storm! Although, I think there are many of us who would be uncomfortable no matter how secure…
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Re: WWII forts at sea could become luxury hotel
Tofino on Vancouver Island is a great place to storm watch. You do so from the comfort of your lodge.
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Re: Glass Beach, Mendocino County, California
That's the most sea glass I've ever seen on a beach. A treasure in and of itself! Beautiful photos!
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Re: Whidbey Island, Washington
I too always enjoy visiting old fortresses, but never heard of "disappearing guns" until your travel blog. Thanks for the tip and I'm going to do some research on that technology.
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Re: Whidbey Island, Washington
I posted a picture of the day about the disappearing guns several weeks ago. I linked to a video of the gun in action.
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Re: Treasures of Central India, Pt.1: Gwalior
As ever, the Prof's thorough and observant regard for his destination provides would-be travellers with excellent bait ! The toy train brought back a few memories for me !
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Re: Treasures of Central India, Pt.1: Gwalior
Fascinating place! Thanks for sharing these Professor. I look forward to exploring Central India with you as my guide.
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June 7, 2020: Lake Champlain from Mount Defiance
Jonathan L takes a drive up to the top of Mount Defiance for some beautiful views
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A Visit to Hadrian's Wall
DrFumblefinger visits one of the world's best known walls in Northern England. Roman Emperor Hadrian saw the need for its construction in the 2nd century AD to protect the Roman world from the Scottish barbarians to the north.
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Fort Museum of the NorthWest Mounted Police, Fort MacLeod
Gumbo was visiting the Fort Museum, a recreation of an old NorthWest Mounted Police fort in southern Alberta.
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Meena Bazar, Delhi
DrFumblefinger visits the Meena Bazar in Old Delhi. Historically a market for women of the Mughal's Royal Harem, the market today sprawls through a maze of streets.