Tagged With "Topography of Terror"
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Re: Wonders of the Modern World
The Soviets have never been completely transparent about Chernobyl, but this is the story as best as I was able to synthesize it: It seems that the alarm system was malfunctioning (going off all the time) so it was turned off by the tech monitoring the system. He had the fuel rods pulled out of their cooling chambers for maintenance work, was distracted (remember, the alarms are off), then by the time he focused back on the task at hand the rods had begun to melt and couldn't be reinserted...
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Quebec — A Walled European Fortress In America
Quebec, like New York, is both a city and a state (or rather, a province). It’s an island of French heritage and culture within our Anglo-North American continent. We combined this visit with stops in Montreal and...
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In wake of terror, EU considers airline security
Proposals in the EU Parliament calling for more information about airline passengers to be made available to national authorities are on the table; they would make the Passenger Name Record (PNR) of all passengers arriving and departing EU available....
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Belgians in Copenhagen file 'missing bus' report
Leaving a load of tourists behind, a very noticeable bus has gone missing in Copenhagen.
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World tourism numbers on the rise
International tourism numbers are growing at the fastest rate in years, but some big jumps mean less than they seem to.
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After drops, London and Paris see more visitors
After a bad year marked by tourism losses after terror incidents, the two cities are seeing visitor numbers rise again, though not yet to 2015 levels.
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British travelers facing Schengen border delays
Because of tightened anti-terror controls, European airports are taking more time to check UK passports entering the Schengen 'no borders' area.
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Fear and Loving It: New roller coasters coming
New roller coasters to debut next year with twisting, turning, floating, dropping and scaring to spare for those who love them.
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Paris on track for a 10-year visitor high
Defying fears that terror incidents would dramatically curtail visits, Paris tourism is on track for a ten-year high.
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French tourism finally on the rebound
France's tourism numbers have taken some terror-related hits, but there are signs of better times ahead.
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12 Hot Destinations for 2020
An adventure travel company suggests twelve spots where travel may make a difference, to the locals, the travelers or both.
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Free Things to do in Phoenix, Arizona
Looking for some free things to do in the Phoenix area? If so, Samantha shares some of the exciting and free things to do while exploring the city.
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Where in the World is TravelGumbo (#132)
Not a pit, and not a fort...but perhaps some similarities to the past two puzzles, since there is a narrow passage leading to a more distant point. But don't let that lead you astray; this one is far from either of them...and comes with a tale of...
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International Spy Museum, Washington D.C.: (Where Gumbo Was #265)
The solution to last week's travel puzzle is revealed. We were visiting the International Spy Museum in Washington D.C., filled with a curious assortment of gadgets used mostly during the Cold War.
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France, Spain, U.S. top tourism faves
Spain moves into #2 ahead of the U.S., but France clings to the crown.
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Turkey, Tunisia, Egypt seeing visitors again
Travelers, especially Britons, are returning to popular sunny places that lost business over terror fears.
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Ghost Adventures in Gettysburg and Maryland
It's Halloween and what could be more timely that stories of ghosts and visiting the places they haunt, like Stephanie Kalina-Metzger did in Gettysburg and Maryland.
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Paris Sunday shopping: If you can't beat them...
Small stores are being given more Sunday opportunities to compete with the big chains that are open 7 days in "international tourist zones."
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Italy pays its youth a culture bonus
Italy's 18-year-olds are getting money to pay for museum and concert tickets and more in hopes of giving them a more positive view of their country.
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Security upped for Munich Oktoberfest
Munich's big festival of beer and bratwurst is getting addtional security measures this year after terror incidents in European cities.
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Bangkok nabs #1 spot for travel destinations
Bangkok pulls ahead of London in a survey by Mastercard International. Other top finishers include Paris, New York and Dubai.
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Munich's Oktoberfest numbers tumble; Stuttgart's rise
Security fears and bad weather lower numbers in Munich, while the sun shines on Stuttgart. No terror attacks, but a lot of bad behavior...
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France adds 'sky marshals' to trains
France is ramping up security measures on its rail network, including on-train guards and more scanning.
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China building yet another 'thrill bridge'
If vertigo's your thing, or you're thrilled by great views over sheer drops, China is getting ready to please you.
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Terror attack takes Istanbul off cruise map
Cruise lines, which had already reduced stops in Turkey after earlier attacks in Istanbul and Ankara, have canceled many more port calls.
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More cruise lines cancelling Turkey
Continuing a bad-news trend for Turkey, three more cruise lines have cancelled port calls, and those that haven't aren't going to Istanbul.
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Paris builds a wall, too—around the Eiffel Tower
Paris responds to the possibility of terror attacks at tourist sites by adding a glass wall around the Eiffel Tower.
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Cruise lines returning to Istanbul
After a gap of several years following security concerns, major cruise lines are again offering port calls and overnights in Istanbul.
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AAA: Where Americans are going this summer
London is becoming a more popular tourist destination for American travelers.
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Paris' New Year celebration will go on, but quietly
Paris's traditional outdoor New Year's Eve celebration on the Champs-Elysees will happen this year, but will be a much more low-key affair than in the past. In the aftermath of last month's terror attacks, there had been thoughts it would be canceled. It will be a very different event, with no fireworks (for fear they might spark panic) and security measures to control crowds and keep too large a crowd from forming around the Arc de Triomphe. In place of the fireworks, there will be a...
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Where they're going: NY, Paris top Airbnb New Year list
The recent terror attacks in Paris apparently haven't put off its lure for visitors; Airbnb reports it's the top New Year holiday booking in Europe, and second only to New York world-wide. The vacation rental company says it has 45,000 people booked in Paris for the holiday, and 47,000 in New York. The rest of the top 5 are London with 35,000, Sydney with 25,000 and Barcelona with 24,000. The figures indicate a quick and solid comeback for Paris's tourism industry; immediately after the...
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November 27, 2018: The Tiny Terror
DrFumblefinger didn't know what a terror his neighbor's dog was until he saw this sign on their fence.
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Berlin's Wonderful Smaller Museums
Jonathan L takes us on a tour of Berlin's vibrant art scene.
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Aug. 5, 2018: Topography of Terror Museum, Berlin
The Topography of Terror museum presents a time line of the horrors of the Gestapo during the Nazi era.
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Haunted house—with no way out!
For Halloween and horror freaks, a Japanese company has launched a pandemic-era haunted house.
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Quebec City: Europe in America
DrFumblefinger recalls a visit to Quebec, where he felt almost as if he were in Europe.
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Patriot's Park, College of the Ozarks
DrFumblefinger visits the collection of war memorials at Patriot's Park in Branson's College of the Ozarks.
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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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Why Travellers Visiting Perth Would Enjoy the Escape Room Experience
Some reasons why you should consider visiting Escape rooms on your next travel adventure (sponsored content)
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Richmond Railroad Museum, Virginia
Join George G on a ride through Richmond's railroad history at a former Southern Railroad station
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Wailing Wall, Jerusalem
Judy Barford recalls a visit to this historical and deeply religious site.
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National Museum of African American History and Culture
Jonathan L takes us on a tour of the National Museum of African American History.
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A Rambler in Antwerp
A few days in Antwerp gave PHeymont a chance to start storing memories for a future trip.
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Oklahoma City National Memorial
Gumbo was visiting the National Memorial in Oklahoma City, site of a terrorist bombing over 25 years ago.
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France's most popular street names
A roundup of the top ten historic figures honored with French street names.
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Visiting Gettysburg's "Beyond the Battle" Museum
Stephanie visits this highly interesting modern museum, rated one of the best in the United States. Its emphasis is on the famous Civil War battle, but the exhibits extend well beyond that.
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At the High: Contemporary, Serious, Whimsical
At Atlanta's High Museum, a selection of contemporary artworks, some serious, some whimsical and all with an emotional impact
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Montmartre Cemetery, Paris
For reasons I can’t completely explain, the great cemeteries of Paris are among the city’s major tourist attractions. There is the amazing statuary to be seen, yes. There are the graves of the rich and famous, certainly....