Tagged With "Jelly Fish"
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Road Trip, Day 5: My Birthday in Chinatown
March 13, 2015 I was born in San Francisco and it was the only place I wanted to be on this ending-in-zero birthday. More specifically, in Chinatown, like China, but better in some ways. I’ve loved it for as long...
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Road Trip, Day 3: A Sunny Day in Sonoma
March 11, 2015 The drive down California Highway 1, along the Mendocino and Sonoma County coast, was a bit of a bust. It started to rain as I arrived at Point Arena and Fort Ross was closed, it turned out, on weekdays, so I...
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Pu`uhonua O Hōnaunau National Historical Park (The Place of Refuge), Big Island of Hawaii (Where Gumbo was #113)
Perhaps the best place on the Big Island to enjoy a sunset (from many great possibilities), Pu’uhonua o Honaunau (the Place of Refuge) is a remarkable destination. This is a National Historic site which should be...
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Skedans, Haida Gwaii, British Colombia (Where Gumbo was #106)
Gumbo was visiting the "misty isles", Haida Gwaii, in British Columbia. Specifically, the remnants of the Haida village of Skedans. Sadly, not much remains of the village, captured at its prime in the above image (1878), rich...
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The Sunshine Skyway Bridge – The Creepy and the Miraculous
By JP Chartier If you follow Interstate 275 south through the city of St. Petersburg, Florida until you run out of land, you’ll be greeted by a gentle slope of road that seemingly rises from the waters of the Tampa Bay. This...
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Ripley's Aquarium of Canada, Toronto
One of Toronto’s newest big attractions is Ripley’s Aquarium of Canada , with underwater creatures and habitats from across the globe. It's in a fabulous location, on the harborfront adjoining the CN Tower, Rogers Center and...
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Animals at the Airport: Working for you...
OK, it's a stretch, but USA Today reports on several airports where unusual tactics are being used to keep airports maintained and planes out of trouble. Among them are O'Hare, SFO and Atlanta. But surely few have gone as far as Portland...
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Why you should try Scuba Diving...
...because it's the best thing in the world! Not convinced yet? Then read on. 1) You will be able to breath underwater Isn’t that the coolest thing to be able to do? I will never forget my first experience as an instructor when I saw...
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Brooklyn's Prospect Park Greenmarket
By a quick count, I’ve photographed markets in nearly three dozen cities in the U.S. and Europe; they’ve often appeared here on TravelGumbo. And yet the market I visit most often, and where my wife shops almost weekly, hasn’t found...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, May 6th, 2015: Fish Creek Park
My favorite place in the world: Bebo Grove in Fish Creek Park. This was taken after a lovely evening stroll, one of so many, in the Grove. It is so beautiful there and abundant with wildlife. In the springtime, the does...
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Visiting Sicily: An introductory overview
Travel guru Rick Steves likes to say (and I'm paraphrasing) that Italy either gets better or worse as you head south from Rome, depending on what you like. If you like a quieter people, trains running almost on time, etc. head...
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Visiting Cuba.
After 50 years of strained relations between Cuba and the US it looks likely that travel will soon be possible again. I've been visiting Cuba - for over 15 years - from the UK. - I'm British. I spend some time living in the US...
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October 4, 2017: Fishermen on Kerala Beach
Professor Abe shares snapshots and a first-hand account of a traditional fishing method in Kerala, India
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Belgian hotel rents 'therapy goldfish'
For solo travelers on the road, a quiet companion. Or, a hotel's publicity stunt. You decide.
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Five outdoor activities to enjoy in Rajasthan
The monotonous routine life is full of boredom and stress. Outdoor adventurous activities are ultimate stress busters and fill your life with fun and excitement. Just slather your skin with a suntan and enjoy the out life under the open sky and sun. Rajasthan is a popular outdoor activity destination, and the major attractions are hot air balloon rides, paragliding, water sports, desert and camel safari. A few favorite destinations are: Desert safari at the Thar Desert The sand dunes in...
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Top 5 island destinations to revisit in 2017
Dreaming of distant oceans, white, sandy beaches, a Mojito in your hand, while a gentle breeze is just ruffling the waters lounging a few feet from your feet? Waking with the sounds of exotic beats trumpeting the air while you lie in a hammock, munch on a coconut and daydream the day away? Might be it’s high time to take a vacation. If you equate vacation with island , paradise and offline , stick with us. We know there are about seven hundred and forty one thousand articles on the best...
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Arctic Tern Colony, Long Nanny, Northumberland
Ian Cook shares a gallery of photos and detailed natural history of this fascinating bird, which has the world's longest migratory routes.
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Svartisdal, Norway, Part 2
Bob Cranwell continues his tale of visits to the Svartisdal region in Norway, and some of the potential perils of hiking around this beautiful piece of geography.
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Food Tours of Sicily: Catania
PHeymont goes on another food tour, this one in Catania, Sicily, exploring the regional differences among Sicilian cities.
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Food Tours in Sicily: Palermo
Palermo and Catania are only hours apart—who knew they could be such food rivals?
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May 31, 2017: Blue Herons on the Erie Canal
On a recent drive across New York State, Jonathan L encountered these birds along the Erie Canal; two stood still for their portraits!
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June 29, 2017: Goosander, River Coquet, Northumberland.
Ian Cook shares some beautiful photos of a mother and her brood on River Coquet, Northumberland. Goosanders are ducks who are also good fisherbirds.
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Yellowstone, Finale
PortMoresby's tale of a visit to Yellowstone comes to an end with an appreciation of six days she'll never forget.
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Eastern Europe Rail Odyssey: Istanbul to Sofia
Wilbur's exotic train journeys continue, today with stops in Istanbul, Thessaloniki, Meteora (Kalambaka), Skopje, Niš, ending in Sofia. If you love train travel stories, you'll love this post.
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Cruise ships get underwater 'whale's-eye' view
No submarine needed: New Ponant cruise ships give passengers an underwater experience without leaving the ship.
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Grand Marais, Minnesota (Where Gumbo was #222)
Gumbo was visiting the popular town of Grand Marais, Minnesota. Situated on the northwestern shore of Lake Superior, it's a great place for people who like to boat, kayak, sail, fish or explore nature.
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Il Capo: Palermo's Ancient Market
One of Palermo's best attractions is this open-air market that's been doing business every day for a thousand years.
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Bombay Beach, CA : Where Gumbo Was (#214)
Gumbo was found in the unique desert community of Bombay Beach in California
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May 16, 2017: A luxurious afternoon at sea
Join Marilyn Jones on an afternoon cruise from Cape Town, South Africa on a luxury catamaran.
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Svartisdal, Norway, Part 1
Bob Cranwell shares wonderful travel memories of camping in the Norwegian backcountry, in the shadow of a great glacier!
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Know 11 Interesting Facts About Amber Fort in Jaipur
Royal state of Rajasthan, the state of kings and kingdoms has its own charisma when it comes to the grandeur of rich and historical monuments. Filled with many amazing and wonderful cities, Rajasthan plays a vital role in Indian Tourism. One of the major cities in Rajasthan is Jaipur, the pink city of India. Boasting a plethora of amazing forts, palaces and havelis, Jaipur is coronating the crown of Rajasthan Tourism . One of the major tourist attractions in Jaipur is Amber Fort. Famous as...
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The Best 7 Healthy Foodie Lunches in London
While there are many healthy options in the form of coffee shops and restaurants in London, few are mouthwatering. Healthy eating does not need to be boring, especially when you are paying to have it made for you! Here is a hit list of restaurants that are serving healthy food which doesn’t negate your morning workout. 1. Ottolenghi – Notting Hill, Belgravia, Islington, Spitalfields Mouthwatering Middle Eastern food My husband is Israeli and as a result, we have long been paying homage to...
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Watching for Whales and Seeing More
PHeymont goes on a whale-watching trip, and discovers that keeping your eyes open beats keeping the camera focused.
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July 31, 2017: Fishing Nets at Fort Kochi
In today's Pic of the Day, Professor Abe shares photos of an unusual fishing contraption used in Kerala, India.
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Ala Moana Center, Waikiki: World's Largest Open-Air Mall
Samantha takes us to Hawaii's biggest shopping mall, which is also the largest open air mall anywhere.
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March 13, 2017: Pelican Feeding, Kingscote, Kangaroo Island
While feeding pelicans may be illegal in Australia, that hasn't stopped the Pelican Man from sharing a box of fish with the birds every day in Kingscote.
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April 5, 2017: Pelicans, St. Augustine
Always ready for a hand-out, pelicans frequent many harbors and waterfronts. George G captured these images on the St. Augustine pier.
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Beautiful Ormond Memorial Art Museum and Gardens
A rain-forest garden that Samantha calls absolutely amazing (and incredibly hot and muggy). Here, she shares the highlights.
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Malta's lost arch is new dive attraction
The Azure Window at Gozo, once one of the island's prime tourist views fell into the sea last year, and has become a prime attraction for divers.
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Escape from Disney: Tiber-Butler Preserve
When you need a break from the 'Mouse Machine' this county nature preserve is only minutes away.
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Germany tests 'be your own conductor' app
Punch your own ticket? There's an app for that, and Deutsche Bahn is trying it out.
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Four Seasons in Fruit and Vegetables
A 16th-century artist with a taste for whimsy helps us mark the transition this week to winter.
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Dubai tests new 'hands free' security check-in
Walk down a tunnel of fish images and look around: the display is taking your pictures and using them to check you in without a delay.
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Oct. 31, 2017: Great Market Hall, Budapest
Visit Budapest's huge and historic food market with Marilyn Jones
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August, 14, 2017: School of Fish, Sparks, Nevada
An unusual piece of public art captured DrFumblefinger's attention in, of all places, an outlet mall.
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Catania Market, Sicily. Part 1, the Fish
One of Catania's most popular tourist attractions is its fish market, La Pescheria. A lively place filled with an amazing diversity of sea life, it's an experience you won't soon forget.
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Do You Want To Fish But Don’t Know How To? Book A Fishing Trip!
Do you love to fish? Or at least like the idea of fishing? Do you imagine yourself sipping your drink and sitting with friends holding the fishing rod on a cool summer day? Well then you need to get up and go fishing tomorrow morning. But uh oh! You don’t know how to fish? And above all you don’t own a boat? Does that mean you cannot fish now? You can! You can fish your heart out if you like and that too on a boat. But how you ask? Well, you can go charter fishing. There are a lot of places...
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Cooking from the Market in Valparaiso
We love to travel, to visit markets, to cook, and to eat. So what could be better than a cooking class in Chile with a market trip accompanied by our chef-teacher?
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Catania Market, Sicily. Part 3, Meat, Cheese and the Rest
Our visit to Catania's famous market concludes with a look at some of its meat items, cheeses and bulk foods.