Tagged With "Port Townsend"
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Re: Lawrence and the Pirates
Thanks for letting me as close as I'll probably get to the tramp steamer fantasy so many of us grew up with--and which is now, apparently, more civilized than in the fantasies...but still with an edge of danger.
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Re: Lawrence and the Pirates
Great piece and great photos!That way of travel appeals to me a lot more than a luxury cruise ship. Thanks for taking us along the adventure.
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Re: Lawrence and the Pirates
That's an amazing story! I love that scene from Lawrence Of Arabia and can see why it'd make you wanna go.
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Re: Lawrence and the Pirates
Thats a fantastic perspective and life experience. Thanks for sharing that with us.
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Re: Lawrence and the Pirates
A sad addendum, "our" Lawrence, Peter O'Toole, has died in London at the age of 81. One of my very favorites for all time, the movie and the actor. RIP "Orence".
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Re: Lawrence and the Pirates
CNN highlighted Lawrence of Arabia as one of the most influential travel films of all time. Anyone who's seen it will know why. Here's a link to their brief tribute to Mr. O'Toole.
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Re: March 19, 2018: Winter at Caraquet Wharf, New Brunswick
Brrrrr. I can feel that North Atlantic wind crossing over all that ice. It's a little hard to tell from the photos but I assume the boats are dry-docked fro the winter? Ice can be a very destructive force when it thaws.
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Re: March 19, 2018: Winter at Caraquet Wharf, New Brunswick
A lot of boats are dry-docked for the winter, but I did see others that were not. The Bay looks more like a field. That's an island out there!
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Re: NYC's Laguardia gets builder for new terminal
Estimated construction costs of $3.6 billion.... Shall we start a pool on what the real costs will end up being? I'd guess double that.
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Re: NYC's Laguardia gets builder for new terminal
So you're taking the low end of the pool? LOL! Actually, there is a smallish incentive to keep the cost low as possible, because the consortium's $2.5 billion share is meant to be made back out of operating profits once the terminal is open. So, if they run the cost up, it will take them longer to get their money back. On the other hand, my guess at the scenario is that they'll have arranged for most of any overrun to come from PA or state funds...
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Eurostar's direct London-Marseille route opens
London-Marseille in 6-1/2 hours without changing trains, or heading early to airports and finding your way back to downtown. That's the premise of Eurostar's new direct service from London's Saint Pancras to Marseille's Saint Charles stations. The...
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October 1, 2017: Sunrise at Port Townsend, Washington
On his first day in Port Townsend, Jonathan L got up early to make these pictures of a glorious sunrise.
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July 21, 2017: Venetian Ports, Lake Garda
Malcesine, on the eastern shore of Lake Garda, is a picturesque town with cobbled lanes and a castle. Today's view by Ian Cook is of its beautiful harbors.
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NYC's Laguardia gets builder for new terminal
New York's Laguardia Airport, my favorite (but it don't get no respect) has taken a big step toward its major upgrade with the selection of a developer consortium that will design, build and operate a new terminal to handle double the passengers with...
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What's next for United, as CEO is ousted?
The unexpected departure of Jeff Smisek as CEO and president of United leaves many open questions about United and its future, beyond the possible corruption issues involved in his departure. Smisek has been replaced by Oscar Munoz, who has been...
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Joaquin shifts cruise itineraries, may affect flights
Four cruise lines have made changes in itineraries in the Caribbean for the next few days because of Hurricane Joaquin, which is presently centered over the Bahamas, and will likely be in the area throughout Friday before moving north. The...
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Whidbey Island, Washington
Jonathan L explores the islands, forts and ferries of Puget Sound.
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Port Townsend, Washington
Jonathan L spends some time in a former major port that's become a pleasant waterfront community on Puget Sound.
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April 6, 2018: Jubilee Bridge, Loch Linnhe
Ian Cook shares images of the Jubilee Bridge, and some of the prettiest scenery to be found in Scotland.
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Olympic National Park Part 1, Washington
Join Jonatian L on a visit to the 'oppressively green' beauty of the Olympic Peninsula, Washington
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Olympic National Forest Pt 2: Forks to Aberdeen ,WA
Jonathan L continues his visit to this magnificent forest, including the Hoh Rain Forest.
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March 19, 2018: Winter at Caraquet Wharf, New Brunswick
Travel Rob shows us what winter looks like at the Port of Caraquet (Caraquet Wharf) in New Brunswick, Canada
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Astoria, Oregon
Jonathan L takes a trip to the Columbia River and the old cannery town of Astoria, Oregon
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Marseille's History Museum: Links to Past and Future
When we first visited Marseille's museum of the city's history, we found it fascinating; when we heard it had expanded and improved as part of last year's Capital of Culture celebration, we knew we'd be back. Model at top shows what remains above...
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October 7, 2016: Old Venetian Port at Rethymnon, Crete, Greece
Ian Cook's skilled eye captures some day views of the old Venetian port at Rethymnon, Crete, Greece
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LaGuardia rebuilding causes highway, airport chaos
Building the new LaGuardia is putting extreme pressure on getting to and from the existing terminals.
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February 3, 2017: Vueltas Port, Canary Islands
Ever dream about sailing into a lovely port on the Canary Islands? Ian Cook's post makes that dream a reality!
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February 1, 2017: Sunset at Dunston Staithes, Gateshead
A look at an old coal port that was bustling with activity a century ago -- now a landmark.
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July 25, 2016: Old Venetian Port at Rethymnon, Crete, Greece
Ian Cook shares beautiful reflections from the old port at Rethymnon, Crete, Greece
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San Francisco's Ferry Building
The Ferry Building has been the heart of the Port of San Francisco since it's construction in 1898 and was also at the center of PortMoresby's summer commute.
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History, Mystery, Art and More in Boonsboro and Beyond
Stephanie Kalina-Metzger shares some of the sights and activities in historic Boonsboro, Maryland, which she recently visited.
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October 18, 2019: GMS Endurance. Port of Blyth Northumberland
Ian Cook shares photos of the very unusual GMS Endurance at port.
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October 5, 2019: Grain Elevators, Thunder Bay
DrFumblefinger visits the large grain elevators in the Canadian port city of Thunder Bay.
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Sydney to Brisbane Road Trip
Few people would argue that Australia is one of the best possible destinations out there for any traveler: it has both interesting cityscapes and natural sceneries of a lifetime. And if you like the freedom of stopping whenever and wherever you wish to in order to marvel at the beautiful view, perhaps a road trip is right up your alley. One of the most popular roads for such a trip in Australia is the one taking you from Sydney to Brisbane: the Legendary Pacific Coast. This road stretching...
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Re: February 1, 2017: Sunset at Dunston Staithes, Gateshead
Amazing light and cloud cover! Nicely done.
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Re: February 3, 2017: Vueltas Port, Canary Islands
I would like to spend a day on one of those boats -- not go anywhere, but just enjoy the beautiful harbor!
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Re: San Francisco's Ferry Building
This is one of my favorite spots in San Francisco, and I'm glad to see you chronicle it so nicely with your photos and interesting essay. I frequently attended meetings at the Hyatt in past years, just across the street from the Ferry Building. During lunch breaks, I frequently bought something at the market and then sat outside and enjoyed the memorable views of the Bay Bridge and surrounding scenes, watching the boats go by. The area was notably busy on weekends, with throngs of folks,...
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Reconstruction Era National Historical Park- Beaufort SC
Join Jonathan L for a visit that honors an important but little-known history of the Civil War and Reconstruction eras.
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Road Trip: Starbucks Reserve, Seattle
For lack of a well-known public face for Starbucks, PortMoresby’s brain keeps substituting Jeff Bezos. But that’s not today’s issue, rather, do you think you know what a Starbucks looks like? Well, so did PortMoresby.
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Road Trip: Port Townsend, Washington
An historic small town in a spectacular setting was the reward at the end of a long drive, an auspicious beginning for a fall road trip and where Gumbo was taking us in last week’s 'Where in the World' puzzle.
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Point Wilson Lighthouse, Washington
PortMoresby recalls a moody sky over a sliver of land and a lighthouse between Puget Sound and the Straits of Juan de Fuca.
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Fort Worden Historical State Park, Port Townsend WA
"They shall beat their swords into plowshares," a philosophy that turned a military base into a valuable community resource at Fort Worden.
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PortMoresby's 2021 Road Trip
December 27, 2021: Port Townsend, Washington January 5, 2022: Starbucks Reserve Roastery, Seattle January 12, 2022: Seattle's Volunteer Park Conservatory January 19, 2022: The Tillamook Cheese Factory, Oregon January 26, 2022: The Sylvia Beach Hotel, Newport, Oregon February 2, 2022: The Garden at Shore Acres State Park, Coos Bay, Oregon February 7, 2022: Point Wilson Lighthouse, Washington February 21, 2022: Fort Worden, Washington March 7, 2022: The Bremerton Ferry More of PortMoresby's...
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Jindabyne: Gateway to Australia’s Snowy Mountains
All year round there’s something for everyone in this thriving alpine town that sits on the shores of picturesque Lake Jindabyne, at the edge of Australia’s Snowy Mountains.