Tagged With "Port Stephens"
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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: A Visit to Ireland: Part 1) An overview of the Country and its People
Stephen Fry commented on the BBC (jokingly) to an Irish Guest "Do you know why the grass is so much greener back in Ireland ?- Because you're all over here walking on ours !"
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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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Passau: Small City, Big Past
A small German city on the Austrian border, Passau has a past bigger than its size would make it seem. It's a pleasant visit along the Danube
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The Burgess Shale, Stanley Glacier, Kootenay National Park (Where Gumbo was #211)
Gumbo was visiting the fossil rich deposits of the Burgess Shale. These are at a newly discovered site in the Stanley Glacier basin of Kootenay National Park.
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Ganong's Candy Bench, St Stephen, NB
Travel Rob shows us Ganong's Chocolate Museum in St. Stephen, New Brunswick.
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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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TripAdvisor reveals: Most-reviewed, most-booked
If you're tired of 10-best lists and the like, here's some info on not the best, but the most reviewed...just for fun.
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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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Gardens of Malahide Castle, Ireland
Large grounds, and the legacy of an amateur botanist, make the grounds of Malahide Castle a pleasant addition to a visit to the castle.
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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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June 7, 2018: St. Stephen-in-the-Fields, Toronto
A historic Anglican church with a rural name continues in the city that has long-since surrounded it.
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Cathedral of Learning, University of Pittsburgh (Where Gumbo was #241)
George G presents the solution to this week's travel puzzle. We were visiting the fascinating Cathedral of Learning at the University of Pittsburgh in Pennsylvania.
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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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Heroes Square, Budapest: Where Gumbo Was (#48)
Lynn Millar and MAD Travel Diaries both identified where Gumbo was: Heroes’ Square, or Hosok tere, in Budapest. This giant square has served many kinds of memories and movements, beginning with its construction beginning in 1896 as a...
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Nov. 1, 2016: Autumn Sunrise
An autumn sunrise glows over Stephen, Minnesota, a community of 700 located just south of the Canadian border in pictures by Marilyn Jones.
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Experience Holiday in Croatia in Luxury
Alex D offers us Croatia as a great destination for luxury travelers (and yes, for the rest of us, too!)
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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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Vicksburg's McRaven House has history...and ghosts!
Marilyn Jones visits a historic house in three parts from three eras...each with its own tale of supernatural visitors.
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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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Chateau de Chambord garden to be restored
Louis XIV's 1734 gardens have become a lawn over the years; now they will be restored to their ancient state as formal French gardens.
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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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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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Behind the Scenes: Academy Museum of Motion Pictures
Lester takes us on a preview tour of the museum that's been ninety years in the planning and will open for movie fans next year.
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McAdam Railway Station, New Brunswick, Canada
Gumbo was found at one of the most interesting train stations in the world. Find out more!
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National World War II Museum, New Orleans
A museum that houses a massive collection of artifacts, but uses them to tell the story of the war through the eyes of individuals.
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Stephen A. Schwarzman New York Public Library, Manhattan
Not just a huge collection of books: Samantha shows us that the main research branch of the New York Public Library is worth a visit for the building itself.
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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.
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Re: February 1, 2017: Sunset at Dunston Staithes, Gateshead
Amazing light and cloud cover! Nicely done.