Tagged With "Santa Clause"
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Apr. 5, 2016: Rovaniemi, Finland
Rovaniemi, Finland—Lapland in the winter—has a surprising variety of attractions and views, making it a popular spot for vacationers.
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LA rail extension great for beachgoers
Los Angeles extends its Metro system to Santa Monica, cutting travel time by over 60% to the surf and sand destination.
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Santa Caterina Market, Barcelona
Not as touristed or busy as the La Boqueria market, Santa Caterina is a great place to watch Spanish people go about their shopping and eating.
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Santa Fe sparkles for the holidays
Hotels, churches, museums, the plaza and downtown streets are decked out for the holidays in Santa Fe, New Mexico. As the oldest capital city in North America and the oldest European city west of the Mississippi, Santa Fe is steeped in tradition and respect for the Christian faith which is reflected in its Christmastime charm. Originally occupied by Pueblo Indians, the "Kingdom of New Mexico" was first claimed for Spain in 1540 — 67 years before the founding of Santa Fe. Today its...
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Grapevine—the Christmas Capital of Texas
With over 1400 Christmas season events, this town just north of bustling Dallas-Fort Worth airport is a holiday respite for the whole family.
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Feb. 20, 2016: Churches of Torcello
Torcello, the most distant of Venice's islands and once a rival of Venice, has almost no residents, but two splendid ancient churches.
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A Florida Christmas
DrFumblefinger enjoys some of the Holiday sights he encountered during a recent trip to Florida.
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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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Design for motion at Munich's Moderne
At Munich's premier museum of contemporary art, PHeymont enjoyed a large exhibit highlighting decades of design for motion.
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Re: Santa Caterina Market, Barcelona
I love local markets, and bought my lunch at them almost every day when I visited Barcelona a few years ago.
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Re: An evening stroll in Barrio Santa Cruz, Seville
Your photos bring back my own visit to Seville, DrF, including my hotel! Thanks for the memories.
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Re: An evening stroll in Barrio Santa Cruz, Seville
From today's Guardian, something fascinating & historic to see next time we're in Seville, called ' the world's first search engine '.
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Re: Santa Monica California: Where Gumbo Was (#198)
I spent a lot of time in Santa Monica in the mid-1980s while doing my internship and residency at UCLA Medical Center in nearby Westwood. Always cool on a hot day, always a nice place to walk around. Brings back many good memories, thanks!
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Re: £45 to meet Santa?
I hate to be the one to say it, but they're not meeting the real Santa Claus. This one is a fake. The real one is busy making toys at the North Pole for his Christmas Eve run.
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Re: Tenerife - Your Exotic Relaxation Place
OK, just added this beautiful location to my Bucket List!! Fantastic information and stunning photography!!
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Re: Tenerife - Your Exotic Relaxation Place
I agree Marilyn! It looks like a wonderful place to relax and explore. Thanks, Goky!
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Re: Tenerife - Your Exotic Relaxation Place
Hi, guys & girls! Thank you! Yeah, it's really great destination, especially if you're looking for a place to have utter relaxation time. I'm glad you like it!
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Re: Tenerife - Your Exotic Relaxation Place
Wow it looks like paradise. Think I'll have to add to my places to see. www.adventuresofdejav.com
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Re: Feb. 20, 2016: Churches of Torcello
One of the many hidden gems of Venice and area. Unfortunately my one visit to Venice in 1988 did not include going here. My loss but another reason to return to Venice. Thanks.
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Re: Merry Christmas from Knott's Berry Farm
Looks like a lot of fun...in a place without the snowy weather we get in the north. We were just in Chile, where it is summer, but Santa Claus is everywhere...along with American carols! 'Bad' weather just can't stop the holidays!
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Re: Merry Christmas from Knott's Berry Farm
Your post brought back many wonderful memories of past visits to Knott's. We also lived in California years ago (and have since moved away, as have so many) and made a point of visit Knott's every Holiday season because our kids enjoyed it so much. The place is busy, but not nearly as crowded as Disneyland and the admission much more reasonable (probably about half or even less). The park is wonderfully decorated and there were unexpected treats for the kids -- their first toboggan ride down...
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Re: Merry Christmas from Knott's Berry Farm
Thank you all for the comments. Makes me wish I was able to go this year. Then you have to go and mention Mrs Knott's Country Kitchen, lol. Now I am wanting some of those hot little biscuits with Boysenberry jam, yum Oh well, maybe next year, lol. Have a Merry Christmas everyone.
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Re: Tenerife - Your Exotic Relaxation Place
I went to Tenerife as a kid and as an adult, lovely place both times. So family orientated. Mount Teide is amazing, being able to go from the beach to a snow capped volcano. Cable car ride sounds an amazing adventure!
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June 9, 2020: Monarch Butterflies, Santa Barbara
DrFumblefinger visits a winter gathering of Monarch butterflies in Santa Barbara, California.
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September 13, 2020: Around Solvang, California
DrFumblefinger visits the small town of Solvang, in California's Santa Ynez valley.
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Re: September 13, 2020: Around Solvang, California
Always made a fun day trip. Great drive too passing some beautiful horse farms. The Reagan Ranch is about 45 minutes away.
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A Million Lights of Delight in Bernville, Pennsylvania
Stephanie visits a wonderful family-friendly holiday attraction in Pennsylvania
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Lights in Bloom: Holiday Spirit during Covid
Kai Rambow shares a flower-themed holiday light show at Sarasota's Marie Selby Botanical Gardens
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'Santa of the Seas' delivers for cruise crews
Off the coast of England, sailors rely on a shore-bound charity to take care of their shopping and gift needs.
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North Pole, Alaska
DrFumblefinger visits North Pole and finds Christmas is alive and well throughout the year.
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Patrick's Roadhouse, Santa Monica, California
Travel Rob takes us to an Iconic Santa Monica Restaurant that every Arnold
Schwarzenegger fan needs to see.
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Your Complete Guide To Vacationing in California
Vacationing in California can be whatever you want it to be. Many people think of California in terms of its big cities like Los Angeles, San Francisco, and San Diego, but California is also full of mountains, lakes, coastal forests, and much more. One of the best ways to vacation in California is off the beaten path with camping and glamping. Let's take a look at some of the California regions to consider in your vacation plans. Northern California Wine Country California is a huge state...
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Merry Christmas from Knott's Berry Farm
One of the things Samantha misses about Southern California is the annual Christmas season events at Knotts Berry Farm. Here, she shares memories...
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Feel like a Kid Again at Hammond's Candies, Denver
Samantha takes us on a tour of a candy factory that is a Denver tradition as well as a delight for children of all ages...
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Basilica de Santa Anastasia, Verona
DrFumblefinger visits the largest cathedral in Verona, the current structure dating to the 13th century.
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Cerro Santa Lucia, Santiago, Chile (Where Gumbo Was #166)
Gumbo was at the top of Cerro Santa Lucia in Santiago Chile
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Macy's Parade returns—with masks and shots
After last-year's no-crowd made-for-TV show, the traditional Thanksgiving Day parade is back, with safety measures.
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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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Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie, Milan
DrFumblefinger visits this church in Milan, best known for the painting of the Last Supper in its adjoining convent.
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Pantry Restaurant, Santa Fe
DrFumblefinger enjoyed the flavors of Santa Fe while dining t the Pantry Restaurant.