Tagged With "Enger Golf Course"
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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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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, August 26, 2014: West Edmonton Mall
The West Edmonton Mall , located in Edmonton, Alberta, is regarded as the largest shopping mall in North America. It covers a gross area of about 490,000 m 2 (121 acres). There are over 800 stores...
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Wawona Hotel, Yosemite National Park, California: Where Gumbo Was #60
This puzzle had a rather short shelf life. Congratulations to Lynn Millar who quickly recognized the fountain in front of the historic Wawona hotel in Yosemite National Park. You can see the relationship of the fountain to the Wawona in...
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Banff National Park: Hiking up Tunnel Mountain
(Tunnel Mountain viewed from the Hoodoos Trail) As summer is upon us, I thought I'd feature another walk from the Canadian Rockies as our "hike of the week", this one directly accessible from downtown Banff on a...
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Gallery: Hapuna Beach Prince Resort, Hawaii
One of my favorite places to travel is the Big Island of Hawaii. Where else can you find the tallest mountains in the world, the most active volcano in the world, and a surreal landscape of lava flows, desert vegetation, coffee plantations and...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, June 17, 2014: Cobble Stone Square in Aix-en-Provence
On a recent visit to Marseilles in southern France, we took a day trip by train to Aix-en-Provence. It was a pleasant 50 or so minute ride in a clean, comfortable and modern carriage, and the passing scenery of Provence was...
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One London Street, Three Spottable Cars
Taking a walk on one London block, PHeymont spotted three unusual cars, each worth a second look.
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Lower Fort Garry National Historic Site, Manitoba (Where Gumbo Was #184)
Gumbo was visiting Historic Lower Fort Garry, situated on the banks of the Red River about a half hour's drive north of Winnipeg. Built in 1830 by the Hudson's Bay company, part of then Rupert's Land, the stone wall fort if well preserved an a popular Canadian Historic site.
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North America, part 2. Elk Bugling in Colorado
Our series on Celebrating Nature on Seven Continents turns its focus on the elk of Estes Park, Colorado.
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December 8, 2016: Enger Park, Duluth, Minnesota
Located atop Enger Hill in Duluth Minnesota, Enger Park is a 130 acre park which surrounds Enger Tower and features beautiful gardens, picnic areas, and many hiking trails.
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Discover the Canary Island of La Gomera
Ian Cook shares a visit to the Canary Island of La Gomera. While one of the smaller Canary Islands, it is a natural paradise and a wonderful vacation destination.
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Fundacion Cesar Manrique, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain.
Ian Cook shares a visit to the unusual home of a Spanish artist and visionary.
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November 24, 2016: Enger Tower, Duluth, Minnesota
Built in 1939 atop Enger Hill, this five story tower provides visitors with a spectacular panoramic view of Duluth Minnesota and Superior Wisconsin.
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London grows a new park
London's big new park is a former public golf course that was once a gentleman's estate.
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Rochester Cathedral adds golf to prayers
An unusual venue for a game of golf, and metaphoric bridge building at England's Rochester Cathedral
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August 5, 2019: Inverness, Nova Scotia
Travel Rob visits beautiful Inverness on Cape Breton Island, Nova Scotia.
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Jackson County, NC: a Gem in the Mountains
Marilyn Jones enjoys a few days in an area that seems to have everything—including the ability to seem like somewhere else for the movies!
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Why Spending a Business Conference in Cyprus Is a Great Idea
Choosing the location of your business conference can be difficult, as you want a place that screams “professional!” while – at the same time – you want your guests to enjoy their time. You are looking for a place that is only a few hours away from almost every continent for convenience; where professionalism goes hand in hand with genuine hospitality; where the weather is nice; and a location that has something new to offer. You may not know it yet, but are looking for Cyprus. This...
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Why I Love Gran Canaria
My favourite destination when it comes to travel has to be Gran Canaria . I’ve been there a number of times now and each time, it’s gotten better. Each time I’ve visited, I’ve stayed at a hotel near Playa del Cura - and when I say near, I mean near! It’s a five minute walk to the beach and it’s heaven. Why do I love this part of the Canary Islands so much? Read on for my personal Gran Canaria travel guide ! Easy Flights I’m not a fan of flying. I hate it. But I don’t let that stop me from...
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Pleasures of a South African Safari Experience
South Africa delights in its differing qualities: a spot where untamed wildlife meets extravagant pleasure and a 'Rainbow Nation' of many cultures reveal a dazzling mixture of invitations. From a well-placed South African safari and amazing shorelines to shining seaside urban communities and world-class vineyards, South African safaris truly have it all. Traveling to South Africa offers a wealth of safari experiences, from lavish subtropical shoreline timberlands to the fantastic separation...
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Lynchburg, Virginia: A Town of Many Pasts
George G reveals Gumbo's mystery destination, Lynchburg's varied history and a bit of its future.
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Why Your Next Trip Should Be in Santa Barbara
Located northwest of Los Angeles, Santa Barbara provides just about everything a traveler could desire in California. Whether you want to layout by the beach, golf, engage in a long hike in the Mountains, or just lounge around the Downtown area, there is something for just about everyone. It sits right between the Pacific Ocean and the Santa Ynez Mountains. Santa Barbara boasts a heavy Spanish influence that can be seen from the stucco buildings and red-tiled roofs. Weather here is nothing...
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Top 3 Best Golf Tours for Beginners
Sebastian offers suggestions for where people who love to golf should tee off soon (sponsored content)
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Soundwaves: Another reason for Nashville
Marilyn Jones gets some winter thrills at an indoor-outdoor water park combined with a country-music themed resort.
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Feeling On Top of the World
Bob Cranwell shares yet another delightful travel tale well worth reading, if only for its final punchline!
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All about Ike: Eisenhower National Historic Site
Stephanie Kalina-Metzger visits President and Mamie Eisenhower's farm home, learning more about them and the times in which they lived.
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Oct. 15, 2019: Moody Gardens, Galveston
Marilyn Jones accompanies her grand-daughter to Galveston's multi-faceted amusement and education park
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Woodrow Wilson Presidential Library, Staunton, Virginia
George G takes us on a tour of Woodrow Wilson's Presidential Library, and promises future visits to his hometown of Staunton, Virginia
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A Visit to Ireland: Part 3) Kenmare, Gateway to the Ring of Kerry
Western Ireland was the most beautiful and scenic part of our journey. It has a lovely, rugged coastline -- harshly beautiful! There are hundreds of ancient stone forts, stone circles and stone dwellings (it's a rocky land!), and its...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Feb. 27, 2014: The Dark Hedges, County Antrim, Northern Ireland
Years ago, when I was in elementary school, I remember one of my teachers showing my class a photo of some really interesting and eerie looking trees. Being quite young at the time, I thought the picture was really cool, but unfortunately...
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A Visit to Ireland: (Part 10) Northern Ireland's Antrim Coast
Rivaling the magnificent Dingle Peninsula or Ring of Kerry for scenic beauty, the Antrim Coast is one of Ireland's most popular tourist destinations. We've previously discussed Portrush and the ...
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Where Gumbo Was #17: Death Valley, USA
Desert flowers after a wet spring No one claimed bragging rights this week, although Travel Luver named the place...but along with a few other places it reminded him of. But it is Death Valley, home of Wiley Coyote and the Road Runner; of the...
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In Hemingway’s footsteps: Ketchum and Sun Valley, Idaho
As we drive north from Twin Falls, through black lava fields, farms and sage, I take in the majestic mountains ahead as they emerge from the clouds. It’s easy to see why this area had a special place in ‘Papa’ Hemingway’s...
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Following the Nesting Turtles, Monterrico, Guatemala
On a beach in Guatemala, Lestertheinvestor and his wife watch turtles lay eggs and then help collect them for hatching at a conservation site.
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Apr. 7, 2016: Budget Vacation in France
GarryRF takes us to the west coast of France to visit a vacation area that was a big hit with his kids: beaches, forests, and "static tents" with all the mod cons.
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Wild times in Denmark: Elk, wolves and jackals return
Denmark's wildlife is getting a bit wilder, some on its own, and some by careful intervention. The big news (anything about an elk is big) is the re-introduction of elk to Denmark after a 5000-year absence. Five young Swedish elk have been given a new habitat on Denmark's Jutland peninsula, in an area that is the largest raised bog in Northern Europe. They'll hopefully become part of a self-sustaining ecosystem in the area. Recently, a beaver was spotted building a dam on a golf...
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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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Museum find: GE's 'missing' electric car
Long forgotten except in Schenectady's science museum, the little GE electric car that could, long before Prius and Tesla. Here's its story.
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A Day in Miniatur-Wunderland, Hamburg
One of Hamburg's biggest attractions is one of its smallest: A miniature world of trains, planes, cars and more that captivates all ages.
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Most Amazing Golf Courses Around the World
Golf is a sport that has been recently gaining popularity across the world. Originating from 15th century Scotland, the modern game of golf started to be played at tournaments from mid 19th century. Today, the four biggest tournaments are: The British Open, The Masters, the US Open, and the PGA Championship, the last three of which are players in the United States. However, more and more people are not attracted to golf because of the lure of a professional career, although the victory money...
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Fun Activities That You Should Try Out
Surely, you have heard of the saying that life is short and you have to make the most out of it while you still can. It may sound so cliché but, admit it or not, this is actually very true and you must greatly consider this in order for you to really say that you have lived your life to the fullest. And this is where you should consider trying out things that you have not tried yet but you want to. It is a way for you to assure yourself that you do not regret not doing anything that could...
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Enjoying a Taste of Sunshine City in St. Petersburg, Florida
Stephanie Kalina-Metzger loved her visit to St. Pete and shares some of the wonderful attractions, shopping and food she enjoyed.
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St. Peter's Catholic Church and Cemetery, Nova Scotia
Travel Rob visits St. Peter's Catholic Church and Cemetery in Ingonish, Nova Scotia
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Hosoya Sandwich, Sendai, Japan (Where Gumbo was #302)
Gumbo was found eating a burger at the famous Hosoyo Sandwich in Sendai, Japan.
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Walking the Walls of Old San Juan, Part 2
Jonathan L continues his walking tour of Old San Juan
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9 Royal Couples and Their Favorite Honeymoon Destinations
Where do members of the British Royal Family like to travel on their honeymoon? Swara Segal shares some of the destinations and details (sponsored content)
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Louisiana fort opens the door on history
Determination and a helpful tour guide allow Marilyn Jones the opportunity to explore a significant Louisiana historic site.
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Electric trek: 89,000 km across 33 countries
Wiebe Wakker has looged 89,000 kilometres in his electric car to show that they are a viable alternative for Australia.
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Exploring Canada by Rail
Marilyn Jones is planning a rail adventure in Canada, and shares her thoughts and plan.
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Niagara-on-the-Lake, Ontario (Where Gumbo was #301)
Gumbo was visiting the historic town of Niagara-on-the-Lake, situated on the shores of Lake Ontario. The town is a popular tourist destination.