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Re: Put Stuttgart on Your Travel List
Many European towns have a Central Square where concerts and displays by local groups entertain us. Is Stuttgart like this ? Does it have Art Galleries that survived the war years ? Stuttgart isn't one of the places you associate with tourists in Germany but you've given us a taster. Thanks Rob !
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Re: A Day at the Zoo: San Diego, California
Thank you, Andre! This was the third zoo I've ever seen giant pandas in. And by far it was the best one. They had two pandas, in separated but adjoining enclosures (one male, one female). Both were sitting there eating bamboo and seemed to enjoy watching the throng of people walking by them. It was as though the zoo's visitors were there to entertain the pandas, rather than the other way around. As for bears, I'm always happier to see them in a zoo than on a hiking trail in the Rockies...
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Montreal: Je Me Souviens
There are many great cities to visit in Canada, two of my favorites (for different reasons) being Vancouver and Montreal. Vancouver has one of the most breath-takingly beautiful settings of any city in the world, and I’ll be discussing it...
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Top 10 Things to Do in Birmingham
Birmingham is the second largest city in the UK with a population of approximately 1,000,075 at the latest count. With a distinguished history based on its manufacturing heritage this proud city is now a magnet for tourists from all over the world and whether it is shopping you love, attractions or festivals and events, Birmingham and its surrounding area has everything you can think of. Murder Mystery Events If you are thinking of taking a weekend break in Birmingham why not try a Murder...
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Cat Cafe Nyanny, Akihabara, Tokyo
SeeSaw takes us to a Tokyo cafe where cats are honored guests as humans stop for a relaxing moment after a hectic day.
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Visiting Key West and the Hemingway House
Stephanie shares a visit to the Key West, a highlight of which was exploring the Hemingway home.
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Top five reasons to visit Baltimore, Maryland.
Why should you visit Baltimore? Stephanie outlines the top things to see and do in this charming city.
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Things you should do in Singapore
Singapore is a tiny island and may be smaller than many major cities around the world, but this country has succeeded to create a high level of discipline among its people and is today being looked up upon across the world. However, don’t let the country’s inclination for law frighten you. Singapore can promise can extraordinary vacation, as long as you follow certain simple tips that will make your tour much more enjoyable. 1. Throw your litter into the bin Though this is quite a basic...
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NYC Transit Museum: An urban railfan's heaven
Housed in an old subway station in Downtown Brooklyn, the Transit Museum tells as much about the city's history as it does about trains.
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May 15, 2020: Lurs, Copenhagen
DrFumblefinger first encountered lurs—a type of ancient bronze horn—when he saw this statue of two lur players in Copenhagen City Hall Square.
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Where to get Discounts on Oman Airlines Flights
Sponsored content about discounted flights on Oman airlines.
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Reno's Wall of Resolutions
Reno-Tahoe International Airport marks the season with a space for reflection and promise.
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What to see in Sydney | 10 Essential Places
Some suggestions for fun activities when visiting beautiful Sydney, Australia (sponsored content)
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Old Faithful Inn, Yellowstone National Park (Where Gumbo was #126)
Gumbo was visiting the Old Faithful Inn , a historic lodge in Yellowstone National Park (one of the USA's UNESCO World Heritage Sites). Described by some as the world's largest log cabin, the Inn is situated immediately adjoining...
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August in France: Not so dead after all!
With August and the traditional French exodus to the beach just ahead, visitors might wonder just what there is to do in Paris, or in France generally. The truth is that while many stores and restaurants take extended vacations, many are open, and...
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"American Treasure Tour"—Extensive Collection of Americana
Love Americana? Then Stephanie Kalina-Metzger has the perfect tour for you, featuring some of the most unusual and rare vintage items you'll ever see.
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Family Travel: Lower Stress with Spa Services, Music, Food
Jessica Kane offers solutions for reducing stress and enhancing the fun of a family vacation.
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Passport Woes
Passports -- we can't travel without them and many of us enjoy seeing the various stamps we collect on our journeys. Bob Cranwell shares some colorful passport-related moments in his illustrious travel career.
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8 Tried & Tested Ways to Plan a Fun-filled RV Trip
Are you tired of your monotonous life? If that’s true, then there are several ways of beating everyday monotony, all you have to do is get ready to implement them. One of the best ways to add more colour and fun to your life is to take out time from your busy schedule to spend some memorable moments with your loved ones. Whether you talk about your child, spouse or your parents, they always want to spend quality moments with you. Holidays can bring a world of difference in your life.
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Valentine’s Day in Goa: 10 Top things to make it best and unforgettable
If you have already planned to spend your vacations in Goa during the time of Valentine’s day, it will be great to enjoy so many activities in Goa. Goa is not only famous for its beaches and happening life but it is also popular for offering a surreal experience to the couples. Still, you didn’t plan to enjoy Valentine’s day in Goa then plan it for coming February as you can enjoy with multiple options in Goa. Some of the most romantic and loving things to do in Goa are: Hit the party at...
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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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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Jan. 13, 2014: The Colosseum, Rome, Italy
One of the most famous structures of the Roman empire, the Colosseum, still stands some 2000 years after it was built. It's a truly remarkable feat of architecture, engineering and craftsmanship -- one of the world's great iconic...
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La Dolce Vita (Part 1) Rome: Ruins of an Empire
(Interior of the Colosseum, revealing tunnels below the floor) One of the challenges in crafting these blog posts is deciding how to best convey my impressions of a travel destination. How to best discuss a city as fascinating and historic as...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, June 12, 2014: Temple Bar, Dublin, Ireland
Ireland is well known for it's music, food, brews and friendly fun people, all of which (and more) can be found and enjoyed in Temple Bar. Temple Bar is an area on the south bank of the River Liffey in...
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Learning to make the waiting lines fun
An innovative graduate program at Savannah College of Art and Design focuses on designing theme park queues that entertain the waiters.
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Rome: Ruins of an Empire
In the first of two parts, DrFumblefinger helps us to a sense of Rome as it was in its heyday
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Four Days in Columbus, Ohio
From its famous zoo to an old German village, Stephanie Kalina-Metzger has excellent suggestions for spending some time in historic Columbus.
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PEZ Visitors Center, Orange, Connecticut
Jonathan L takes us on a nostalgic day trip to visit the PEZ Visitors center in Orange, Connecticut
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Times Square and the Waterford Times Square Ball
A New Years' visit to New York and a chance to see the iconic crystal ball, both up-close and as it drops to mark the beginning of another year.
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Gandhi Smriti, New Delhi (Where Gumbo was, #156)
The solution to this past week's travel puzzle is Gandhi Smriti -- the home in New Delhi where Mahatma Gandhi was assassinated.
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Discovering Balkans: The true spirit of Belgrade
Belgrade is an up and coming destination -- an interesting blend of old and new, and one of the largest cities in the Balkins.
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Tonga: My Adventures in Tonga, an Island Paradise
Janey Mae never planned on visiting an "island paradise," but when it happened, she was happily surprised to find it was not what she expected.
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Hampton Court Palace
PHeymont re-visits the huge palace associated with Henry VIII, although much altered by his successors.
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Re: Toronto scales new heights in Tourism
I don't think Rob Ford had anything to do with it. Toronto, like any major city in the world, has enough variety of things to see and do to entertain anyone for a week. Our best wishes to Mr. Ford who is dealing with a malignant soft tissue tumor.
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Re: Times Square and the Waterford Times Square Ball
Great post and brings back fond memories! There's nothing quite like Time Square and, as the saying goes, a "nice place to visit but wouldn't want to live there". Thanks for sharing this, Samantha!
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The Advantages of Staying in a Serviced Apartment Compared to a Hotel
Some of the advantages of staying in an apartment on your next vacation (sponsored content).
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NOT Trainspotting, but a bit like it
Bob Cranwell shares an interesting look at passport stamps, and a journey to Hell and back.
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A Historical Walking Tour of Bellefonte, Pennsylvania
Stephanie visits some of the historic landmarks in her Pennsylvania hometown.
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Mount Gretna's Wooded Wonderland
Mount Gretna is a charming small town in Pennsylvania that Stephanie visited often before Covid, and is hoping for a return to normal this summer.
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More Top Phoenix Area Attractions
Samantha conclude her round-up of the attractions that made her visits to Phoenix enjoyable, and her recommendations for you!
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Macy's Balloons on Thanksgiving Eve
Jonathan L visits the NYC tradition of inflating the balloons for the Macy's Parade
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Hillwood Estate Mansion and Gardens
Jonathan L visits Hillwood Estate, home of Marjorie Merriweather Post.
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Gobbler's Knob, Punxsutawney, Pennsylvania
George G shares a visit to the world famous weather-predicting Groundhog, Punxsutawney Phil.
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Walking the Kennet & Avon Canal
PortMoresby takes a 54 mile walk along one of England’s most beautiful canals.
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Family Fun on Florida's Historic Coast
Stephanie finds an amazing variety of family-friendly things-to-do, with no theme parks in sight
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Atlanta History Center, Georgia
George G takes us through a museum that examines many facets of Atlanta's history and cultural changes
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A Gastronomic Tour of Regional Thailand
Thai food is known for its delicious flavours, astounding variety and aesthetic appeal, like these dishes from different regions of the Thai Kingdom.
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Viking Octantis Ship in Antarctica
LestertheInvester outlines a journey from South America to Antarctica, aboard the fabulous new expedition ship, the Viking Octantis.