Tagged With "Socialist Classicism"
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Pompeii: Ancient Ruins, Modern Images
The works of a modern French-Polish sculptor provide both a contrast and a complement to the ancient ruins of Pompeii.
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May 26, 2017: Boy on a Dolphin
Hydra, the Greek island where Sophia Loren's classic, Boy on a Dolphin, was filmed, commemorates with a statue.
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Río Piedras and The University of Puerto Rico
Jonathan L takes us on a visit to the University of Puerto Rico, and the town and market of Rio Piedras.
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Know Everything About Goa Travel Information
Why Goa? India is one of the countries which have always fascinated different countries. Some invade it while some ruled it. Some brought blunders to this heritage country while some others made such wonders which made their names immortal with their works. The state of Goa is part of India and is situated at the west coast of the country. The state is rich with the Portuguese’s culture, heritage and history. Goa and the Tourism Goa is listed among the best tourist destinations in India.
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Yellowstone: Upper Geyser Basin
PortMoresby begins her geothermal education with a walk around Yellowstone’s Upper Geyser Basin.
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Spotted on the Road: 1957 Austin-Healey, Fort Vancouver, WA
A classic Austin Healey and its proud owner, in a parking lot at historic Fort Vancouver, Washington, near Portland, Oregon.
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July 1, 2017: Classic Cars in Cuba
Professor Abe shares some great photos of classic cars in Cuba! It's like stepping back in time.
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The Gathering: Carson City, Nevada
DrFumblefinger came across this collection of classic cars and trucks on a busy shopping mall parking lot in Carson City, Nevada.
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In the Cotswolds: Upton House
PortMoresby continues her English adventures with a stop at Upton House, in Warwickshire, on the way to the Cotswolds.
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Spotted on the Road. 1932 Ford Coupe
A nicely maintained 1932 Ford Coupe Hot Rod, spotted in Calgary.
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April 19, 2017: Winter storm Approaching
Pierre was driving in the foothills west of Calgary and saw these storm clouds approaching. A classic Canadian winter scene.
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Eastern Europe Rail Odyssey #5: Istanbul to Tbilisi
Wilbur takes us on another memorable train journey, this one starting in Istanbul, then on to Ankara, Erzurum, Batumi (bu bus), Yerevan and ending in Tbilisi
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Back to Oaxaca: VWs Everywhere!
PortMoresby returns to Oaxaca, Mexico for another lingering escape from real life.
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Oct 19, 2017: Blackpool, England
GarryRF offers a brilliant night view of England's classic seaside resort
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Diamond Head State Monument, Oahu (Where Gumbo Was #230)
Gumbo was visiting Oahu's most famous landmark, Diamond Head, an extinct volcanic crater adjoining Honolulu. Our puzzle clues took us up the path to the rim of the crater, with its splendid views of Oahu and especially Waikiki beach.
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July 4, 2018: Spotted on the Road, Carson City
A classic 1958 Impala was spotted on a parking lot in Carson City. It had been regularly used as a family car for almost 60 years.
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New cheese label: 'Made in Paris'
Paris will soon have its first-in-many-years cheesemaker in the city, but the animals will be elsewhere.
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Virtual Travel: Now states join in
Veteran travel writer Marilyn Jones highlights resources to keep up our travel interest until we can hit the roads again.
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More Car Emblems and Hood Ornaments
DrFumblefinger was intrigued by the emblems and ornamentation of some of the old cars he saw when he visited the National Automobile Museum in Reno. Here is the final collection.
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June 22, 2020: Some Scooters in Catania
DrFumblefinger shares images of some of the many small scooters he saw while visiting Sicily.
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Delaware and Ulster Railroad, Arkville, NY
Jonathan L takes a ride through the Catskills on the Delaware & Ulster RR
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May 23, 2020: Clara Campoamor, Seville, Spain
PHeymont discovers that a seemingly whimsical sculpture in a plaza in Seville is actually a serious homage to an important woman.
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British rail: Old posters, new message
Classic railway promotion posters from the 1930s have been republished to remind travelers not to come back—yet.
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12 Hot Destinations for 2020
An adventure travel company suggests twelve spots where travel may make a difference, to the locals, the travelers or both.
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Four Tips in Choosing the Best Suitcase for Your Business Travel
Some suggestions on choosing the right luggage for your next trip (sponsored content)
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Turquoise Trail: A beautiful trip through New Mexico
Jonthan L takes us on a trip along The Turquoise Trail, with stops at Tinkertown and Madrid.
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Best Underrated Places in Florida
Jose offers some suggestions for places you should visit in Florida (sponsored content)
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Why London Should be on your Bucket List this 2020
Need some reasons to visit London? How about a walk in the park? A Harry Potter tour? Shopping (sponsored content)
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April 5, 2020: We Cut Heads, NYC
Jonathan L found an old-fashioned barbershop, complete with a classic sign.
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Fountains of Basel
Basel is home to a wide variety of fountains, some whimsical, some serious, and all a part of the city's fabric. Here are some of PHeymont's favorites.
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Around Halifax
DrFumblefinger shares some images and observations of his ramblings around Halifax.
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Albuquerque: Southwest Culture and Nature
Jonathan L. visits some of Albuquerque's excellent tourist attractions
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Best Places to Visit in LA
Ori shares some of the travel highlights of visiting sunny Los Angeles (sponsored content)
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Free Things to do in Phoenix, Arizona
Looking for some free things to do in the Phoenix area? If so, Samantha shares some of the exciting and free things to do while exploring the city.
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Now Atari's in the hotel game!
New hotels will reprise the games of the early digital age as well as some of the latest. Game on!
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Cinderella castle gets anniversary update
Disney gives the iconic castle at the center of Disney World a colorful makeover.
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Date Ideas for You and Your Partner
Some suggestions for interesting activities on date night (sponsored content)
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Hardy's Classic Tour comes to Weymouth
'Hardy's Classic Tour' is a 65 mile scenic tour for classic cars in the UK county of Dorset in support of the Weldmar Hospice trust. This past weekend the 2015 tour 'touched down' in the grounds of the picturesque Art Deco period 'Riviera Hotel' on...
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Wiener Bonbons: Highlights of Vienna (Where Gumbo was #114)
This week’s puzzle started with a very puzzling picture—so puzzling it needed a second shot to clarify that it was in a tunnel. Even so, Jonathan L was sharp enough to jump to a correct conclusion, which he hinted to the crowd in a comment...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, October 21, 2015: Swiftcurrent Lake, Montana
While it's not the largest lake in Montana's Glacier National Park, it certainly has one of the prettiest settings. Looking west towards the Continental Divide from the eastern bank, you have the view you see above. Looking...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Sep 15, 2015: Pit Lane, Mdina Grand Prix
One of the highlights on the Maltese events calendar is the Mdina Grand Prix which takes place over 3 days in October. It consists of several group races on a 3 kilometer street circuit around the bastions of the ancient medieval capital of Mdina....
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, August 10, 2015: Cranbrook Ed
I'd like to introduce you to "Cranbrook Ed". Cranbrook is a small city in southeastern British Columbia with an important history as a railway hub. Situated in the heart of its historic downtown is this statue of an elephant,...
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Aw shucks. Danes are no longer the World's Happiest People
What is happiness? How does one measure it? How does one compare it? Is striving and working hard to a goal you attain something that makes you happy, despite the pain for the gain? Or does living in mom and dad's...
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Lufthansa to Introduce 3 Economy Fare Options in Europe
Lufthansa will introduce ,for their European flights, three economy fare options, They will be called Light, Classic, and Flex and will be on sale tomorrow for flights starting in October. The fares have...
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Historic Trinity Church, New York: Where Gumbo Was (#118)
Manhattan’s Trinity Church is one of the oldest Episcopal parishes in North America, but its church is a relative newcomer, built during the Gothic revival of the mid-19th century. No wonder most of the guesses placed it far away and in an...
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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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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Jun 16, 2015: Houseboat, Amsterdam
Amsterdam is famous for its canals and picture-postcard setting. You can spend days just wandering up and down and around the many canals and waterways admiring the beautiful tree-lined paths, the classic architecture of the buildings...
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Spotted on the Road, Winnipeg, Canada
A beautiful classic car spotted while visiting my dad in Winnipeg. It was parked in the lot of a shopping mall. One of my favorites, a 1957 Chevy Bel-Air. Obviously lovingly maintained. I didn't get to talk to the owner, but I think the photos tell...
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A 2400 Mile Classic Car Road Rally Begins in December
Americas Car Museum in Tacoma, Washington is going to hold a road rally for classic car fans in December called "the Drive Home." Three classics cars, a 1957 Chevrolet Nomad, a 1961 Chrysler300g and a 1966 Ford Mustang will...
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Spotted on the Road, Jackson, Wyoming
You'd likely never know there was a Boot and Shoe Repair shop in Jackson Hole, Wyoming, if not for this strategically placed pickup truck parked by the highway heading to the National Elk Refuge and Grand Teton National Park . ...