Tagged With "South"
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June 20, 2018: Beer in a Carton
Who would have guessed you could buy beer in a milk-style carton in South Africa. George G explains why.
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day: April 15th, 2014. Deck Chairs in Hyde Park
On a past trip to London (England that is), we stayed at a hotel in South Kensington which was only a short walk to Hyde Park. On a sunny Autumn morning we were taking a morning stroll and noticed these deck chairs set up by the banks of the...
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Manhattan from the Other Shore
Manhattan's skyline is constantly, although the changes are not always instantly obvious, at least not so much as the change between the city's days as a port where the ships lined the shore and the growth of huge buildings clustered together in their...
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Gallery: Jewel Cave National Monument, South Dakota
One of the stops I made between Yellowstone National Park and Mount Rushmore was at the Jewel Cave National Monument just outside of Custer, South Dakota. This adventure was a real treat to say the least. After descending about 420 feet...
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Walking the Freedom Trail in Boston
I had to think a long time before writing this entry. We live in a time where "The Founding Fathers" are quoted to justify almost every point of view . So I had a lot of second thoughts before I sat down to put pen to paper (or finger to keyboard in...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Feb. 2, 2014: New York Harbor at Sea Level
In New York's concrete canyons, it's possible to lose track of the city's connection to the sea...but not when you're out on a harbor trip on a tour from the South Street Seaport . This scene looks up the mouth of the Hudson River from the Upper Bay,...
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New York Harbor: View from a Tugboat
As travelers, we like to poke around in cities and look for the less-seen sights—but it’s easy to forget we have them at home, too. New York from the water is an example. In this century, we New Yorkers tend to forget how important...
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A journey around Iceland: 3) South Iceland
(Black sand beach in Vik, Iceland) Many think South Iceland offers the island’s most spectacular scenery. It’s hard to argue with this except to say that we found all of Iceland to be filled with...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Sept. 18, 2013: Sailing the Seas in NY Harbor
The clipper ship Clipper City passes the Manhattan and Brooklyn Bridges in New York’s East River. Clipper City carries passengers on harbor cruises, leaving from the South Street Seaport in Lower Manhattan. The South Street Seaport...
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Gold Country California: South Yuba River
“Going to the river” is a thing both locals and visitors to Gold Country seem to do a lot. My son, having lived here for a time, often heads straight up Highway 49 to the South Fork as soon as he gets to town, but I’ve...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, October 9, 2014: Mount Rushmore National Memorial, Pennington County, South Dakota
The Mount Rushmore National Memorial is a sculpture carved into the granite face of Mount Rushmore in Pennington County (near Keystone), South Dakota, in the United States. Sculpted by Danish-American Gutzon Borglum and his son, Lincoln...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, October 25, 2014: Styles of Stiles
The footpaths of the United Kingdom crisscross the countryside, without regard to boundaries of private property. The paths are ancient rights-of-way, protected by law and anyone who thinks, because they own a piece of land they can...
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The Top South Florida Beaches to Visit
Who doesn't love to lounge around on a beach chair while listening to the waves hit the sand while you have a good summer read in one hand, and an ice cold drink in the other? Now that summer is here and it has become perfect beach weather in Miami I...
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Rando Review: SoFi Café
Last weekend I was invited to try out this new spot in South Beach – South of Fifth to be exact (SoFi), and I think I have fallen in love. We are always looking for that healthier option for breakfast and lunch that is not only great for your...
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July 11, 2016: European Herring Gulls, Blyth South Harbour, Northumberland, UK.
Ian Cook shares some cute photos of young herring gulls.
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Spend Your Summer Vacation in South America
The massive continent of South America is so rich with culture and ripe with breathtaking scenery that it’s considered the Holy Grail for travelers. South America is a destination that caters in any kind of traveler; whether you want to trek the many backpacking trails, have a fun-filled wilderness experience, or go on one of the many outdoor adventures. Spending your summer vacation in South America, during the southern hemisphere’s winter, is a favorable option because it will allow you...
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Five NZ Winter Getaways That You Won't Want To Miss
Looking for ways to occupy yourself when visiting New Zealand in winter? Some interesting suggestions for active and relaxed vacations are presented (sponsored content)
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Pleasures of a South African Safari Experience
South Africa delights in its differing qualities: a spot where untamed wildlife meets extravagant pleasure and a 'Rainbow Nation' of many cultures reveal a dazzling mixture of invitations. From a well-placed South African safari and amazing shorelines to shining seaside urban communities and world-class vineyards, South African safaris truly have it all. Traveling to South Africa offers a wealth of safari experiences, from lavish subtropical shoreline timberlands to the fantastic separation...
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Aug. 28, 2019: Deadwood, South Dakota
My husband and I had a great time checking out Deadwood, South Dakota. There is a lot of history and something everyone should see while in the Black Hills area.
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Studebaker National Museum, South Bend Indiana
Jonathan L takes us on a tour of classic cars at the Studebaker National Museum in South Bend IN
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April 25, 2019: Cape L'Agulhas, South Africa
Professor Abe visits the southern most point in Africa, the place where the Indian and Atlantic Oceans meet.
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Walk the Nile and Take Awhile
Explorer Levinson Wood begins his try of walking the Nile this Sunday.Read about it. http://www.telegraph.co.uk/tra...-along-the-Nile.html
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Plenty to See and Do in Laughlin, NV
Samantha's not too fond of crowds, so she likes to head for Laughlin: not as big or as crowded as Las Vegas, but with lots of attractions—and a real river.
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Flooding in Britain after heavy winter rains
Heavy rainfalls have led to flooding in many towns in England over the Christmas holidays, especially in the South East and mid Wales. As of this morning, the number of flood warnings and floods was still increasing. The rains have been extremely heavy for days; Brighton has had more than three times the average monthly rainfall in only 11 days. While the rains in the south are expected to drop off today, they are on the increase in the north and into Scotland. In many areas, army units have...
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South Korea enacts tough aviation laws to stop air rage
South Korea enacted some tough aviation laws that they hope will stop air rage
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South Carolina State House (Where Gumbo Was #154)
Gumbo was at the South Carolina State House in Columbia. See more of the buildings amazing architecture
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Exploring Lobis Hof in South Tyrol, Italy
In Italy's northernmost Alpine region, where German is the mother tongue, a 550-year-old farm that's now a guesthouse and restaurant.
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Gyeongbokgung Palace, Seoul, South Korea
Kingtikitaki shows us why we need to put Gyeongbokgung Palace in Seoul, South Korea on our travel bucket list!
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Split Rock Creek and Park in Sioux Falls, South Dakota
Samantha shares her visit to Split Rock Creek and Park in South Dakota. It was interesting and she learned a little bit about Jesse James and some of his adventures in the area.
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Jan. 30 2019: Studebaker Museum, South Bend, Indiana
Jonathan L shows us some of the classic cars at the Studebaker Museum in South Bend Indiana
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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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Feb. 17, 2019: The Studebaker National Museum
Jonathan L. takes us to South Bend, Indiana to see some classic Studebakers
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Re: South Beach Miami - A walk through Art Deco History
I'm notoriously not a fan of Florida, but I love Moderne and Deco...and you've given me possibly the only reason to put a trip to Florida on my list... Thanks!
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Re: South Beach Miami - A walk through Art Deco History
Jonathan, you did a fantastic job at showing South Beach! It really lives up to it's hype. One thing I love about Miami is Downtown,South Beach and the Airport are all an easy drive from each other. I'm curious too about your impressions of Downtown? It's experiencing one of the biggest construction booms in the country. Paul, say it ain't so that your not a fan of Florida!It's like California in the fact that the state is very diverse .You can love parts of the state and dislike others.
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Re: South Beach Miami - A walk through Art Deco History
An interesting and well presented photo-tour of a place I'd like to spend a little time at. I've only visited South Beach once and that was for a very brief stay. I'd like to savor this great architecture. Thanks, Jonathan!
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Re: South Beach Miami - A walk through Art Deco History
Quite a renaissance since I was last there in 1970, working in Bal Harbour. At that time no one I knew ventured south of the Fontainebleau. It's wonderful to see.
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Re: South Beach Miami - A walk through Art Deco History
I didn't get to Downtown this time. The last time I was there (about 6 years ago) I was not really impressed. The overhead highway made the area feel dingy (thank you "urban renewal"). There is an art museum downtown that I remember liking (The Perez Art museum, I think). The thing is, it was right in the heart of the 2008/10 crash and almost all construction in south FL had come to a screeching halt. Entire buildings were empty. So what is there now is not what I would have seen then.
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Re: South Beach Miami - A walk through Art Deco History
I was in Downtown Miami two times about five years ago and then two years ago. The difference was staggering. I've heard the last two years have even seen more of a transpotation becoming much more residential
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Re: South Beach Miami - A walk through Art Deco History
Art-Deco is my favorite form of architecture....thanks for the tour
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Re: Charleston and its Single Houses: Where Gumbo Was #79
Thanks for the big reveal. I'm packing my bags. Always wanted to visit Charleston, and now even more.
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Re: Charleston and its Single Houses: Where Gumbo Was #79
Excellent piece, PHeymont! Made me fell like I was there with you, walking those cobbled lanes of Charleston!
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Re: South Carolina Statehouse on the inside looking at front
Re: South Carolina Statehouse on the inside looking at front
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Re: South Carolina Statehouse on the inside looking at front
This is in front of the Washington Statue. The other shot was taken from the second floor window
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Re: Feb. 17, 2019: The Studebaker National Museum
Wonderful to look at - but do you get to see the inside - the seating and dashboard ?
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Re: Feb. 17, 2019: The Studebaker National Museum
Not on these cars, but wait until next Sunday.
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Re: Feb. 17, 2019: The Studebaker National Museum
I take it you spent a few hours - or more - inspecting these works of Art Jonathan ?
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Re: Feb. 17, 2019: The Studebaker National Museum
Yes, we were in South Bend in November. We got to visit the museum. They do a great job on presentation and history.
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Re: December 22, 2019: Cook Islands - Rarotonga
Nice people, colours and nature. Looks like Paradise !
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Re: Exploring Lobis Hof in South Tyrol, Italy
I'd love to stay a weekend there! Great piece Olivia and welcome to TravelGumbo!