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Re: The Famous River Walk in San Antonio, Texas
Samantha, you just added another spot I have to get to see! A terrific blog!
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Re: The Famous River Walk in San Antonio, Texas
Looks like an amazing place. That's the last thing I would have expected in Texas. Can someone give me the idea behind Tex-Mex ? Is it a range of cooking or just the spicy sauce. And - yes - I'm in England.
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Re: The Famous River Walk in San Antonio, Texas
Yes, wonderful memories indeed. I've been here a few times, although probably the last time was about 20 years ago. It's a busy place in the evenings, but gives you a nice shaded place to walk on a hot day and lots of dining options. I also remember a rather good jazz club on the river -- wonder if it's still there? I'm surprised Rita's didn't have a nice choice of hot sauces for you to add to that food -- fire it up to your tastes!
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Re: The Famous River Walk in San Antonio, Texas
Garry, I'm assuming by your statement of "That's the last thing I would have expected in Texas", that you might imagine Texas like many of non-Texans do; lots of dry, dusty desert all over. In reality, Texas has a really varied landscape, that includes swampland, rolling hills, pine and oak forests, grasslands and plains, mountains, lakes, canyons, rivers, and yes, dry, dusty desert. One particular area of Texas just northwest of San Antonio that is always popular is the Texas Hill Country.
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I haven't been to it for years, but one of my favorite San Antonio memories is another "not dry and dusty"—the Japanese Tea Garden in Brackenridge Park, which is not far, if I remember, from the San Antonio river. It all started from an abandoned quarry which became a beautiful garden. It's especially wonderful early in the morning. Justin, have you thought about writing some blogs on TravelGumbo? Sounds like you know a lot about your area, and it would be great to have some!
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Re: The Famous River Walk in San Antonio, Texas
Glad you guys enjoyed the post. Thank you for all the comments, and your definition of Tex-Mex Justin. What I neglected to say in my post was that we became obsessed with their BBQ while we were out there. OMG, it was the BEST! Kansas City BBQ is good, but nothing compared to Texas. Can't wait to go back and get me some more BBQ. Make sure to hit the little hole in the wall places as they are usually the best. Thanks again everyone for the comments.
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Re: The Famous River Walk in San Antonio, Texas
Did you try Rudy's? That was our favorite, but we didn't get to try many...
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Pheymont, actually I haven't thought about that much to be honest. I wouldn't have a problem with it, but I just mainly wanted to try to give a little insight to someone that was looking for some clarification on a few things. I do know a fair amount about Texas. I was born an raised here, and left at age 19, and spent the next 17 years working and traveling both stateside and abroad, but have recently resettled in my home state. I've loved the opportunity to travel to the various countries...
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Re: The Famous River Walk in San Antonio, Texas
Thanks for the explanation of Tex Mex and what goes into the style Justin. You certainly do have a style that makes reading your words interesting to the reader. A very good description that makes Texas come to life. Yes - I'm guilty of being one of those travellers that knew Texas was the same size as France but my idea of the geography was completely wrong. Maybe you could write a few words about the different regions and add a few photos. I've never been near Texas and like most Europeans...
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July 28, 2020: Gondolas to Bled Island
DrFumblefinger shares images of the gondolas that take passengers to and from Slovenia's famous Bled Island.
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Sept. 9, 2020: Alaska's Modes of Transportation
Samantha shares some of the different types of transportation she saw while in Juneau, Alaska earlier this year.
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Not to be forgotten are the snowmachines and dog mushers in the wintertime.
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Our Journey to Tortuguero National Park, Costa Rica
DrFumblefinger enjoys the scenery and wildlife spotted on his first boat ride in Costa Rica, while journeying to its Caribbean coast.
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Top 7 Things to do in Avalon – Catalina Island
Living in southern California for most of my life, I have spent a few weekends in Catalina. It’s only a short hour hour boat ride from Long Beach, but it seems like a world away. I love that it is so small and everyone gets around on golf...
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Dragon Boat Race, Queens, New York
Jonathan L caught the moment right before the start of a Dragon boat race in Flushing Meadows Park, New York City
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New York Dragon Boat Festival
Jonathan L enjoyed a day in the park, watching the Chinese tradition of Dragon Boat racing.
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The Serpentine, London
The Serpentine is a 40 acre man-made lake located in London's popular Hyde Park.
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Re: The Serpentine, London
Thank you for the excellent series of pictures of this well-loved part of the largest of the central London parks. It can quite often be seen in its entirety on the final approach to Heathrow Airport, just West of Buckingham Palace.
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A Boat Safari in Tortuguero National Park
DrFumblefinger shares some of the sights he encountered while cruising the canals near Costa Rica's northeastern coast.
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Re: A Boat Safari in Tortuguero National Park
Magnificent photos. It sure makes me want to travel to Costa Rica!
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Traditional Fishing Boats and Fish Drying, Nazare Beach, Portugal
DrFumblefinger visits the fishing village of Nazare, where traditional boats and fish drying racks were on display.
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Re: Traditional Fishing Boats and Fish Drying, Nazare Beach, Portugal
Fantastic Photos and story. I enjoy my fish smoked.
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Feb 8, 2014: Aswan Boats, Egypt
There are many boats to be found on the Nile at Aswan, southern Egypt. These particular motor boats are used as water taxis to ferry passengers from one side of the Nile...
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Cleveland Museum of Art
Marilyn Jones enjoys a return visit to the wide and deep collections of one of America's premier museums
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Amsterdam: Zombies Can't Swim
Jonathan L found this example of one way to deal with the zombie apocalypse.
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Villages of Aberdeenshire, Scotland
Barry Barford revisits his road trip around Scotland last year.
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Lake Dora Wildlife
Jonathan L had a chance to se some of the local wild life on a boat tour on Lake Dora, Florida
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A Cruise on Lake Dora, Florida
Jonathan L takes a 3-hour cruise, no, not that 3-hour cruise, on Lake Dora, Florida
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Mar.4th 2014: Dubai Water Taxi
Taxis are an essential for any city, regardless of location or size, and they come in many different forms depending where in the world you are.
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Off the beaten track in Northern Laos
Where’s that, most people asked when I told them we were off to Laos. And that about sums up the attraction -- I like getting off the beaten track, at home and abroad.
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The Best of the Okavango Delta: Sandibe Lodge
The three days we spent at Sandibe are among the most memorable travel days I’ve ever experienced! Africa at its finest!!
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Trincomalee Harbor, Sri Lanka
Trincomalee Harbor is one of the finest natural harbors in the world, and is a lovely setting.
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Old Fishing Boat Wrecks, Isle of Mull, Scotland
Judy Barford discovers a haunting sight just off the road on a Scottish island
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For railfans: London-Paris train to the past
For railfans, and for nostalgic travelers in general, this fall brings an opportunity to relive the days of the boat trains and ferry from London to Paris...and with steam locomotives as well.
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, May 30, 2015: Boats on the Thames
On long walks, day after day along a river, it’s impossible not to notice the boats, many of them progressing not much faster than I. I love to watch them but prefer to walk myself, imagining my legs itching to get moving after...
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Gumbo’s Pic of the Day, May 15, 2015: By the lighthouse at Portland Bill
As dusk approaches the lighthouse at Portland Bill, Dorset in England, the little details of the surrounding area start to emerge. The fishing dinghys securely tied down as security from some of the sudden storms that can hit 'the Bill'....
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Dec. 19 2013: City of Chester, England
The City Gate to Chester. Built by the Roman Empire from the year 70 AD.In the foreground you can see the remains of a Roman Theatre, unearthed by road works.
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Exploring the Philippines: El Nido Scuba and Tour A
LestertheInvestor enjoys a scuba adventure in amazingly clear water, as well as a kayaking tour.