Tagged With "Parc Royal"
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Lisbon: Cheap, but Steep!
That’s my short take on Lisbon after two weeks there last summer. A variety of economic factors, not all connected with the Euro crisis of the past few years, have made Portugal incredibly cheap for foreign travelers—but you have to be...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, February 8, 2015: Toledo and Madrid
My first solo trip was to Madrid and Toledo in Spain. I had been travelling for years, but always in a group. This time I was on my own, and a little petrified. I shouldn't have been as Madrid is easy to get around and the...
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Queen christens Britain's new biggest cruise liner
The Britannia, 11th in the world but biggest in the British cruise industry, has been christened by Queen Elizabeth and will shortly begin her maiden voyage to the Mediterranean. The ship can accommodate over 3600 passengers, and bears the name...
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How a super-ship manages 12-hour turnaround
Today's (Mar 22) NY Times has a fascinating article on the "backstage" operation involved in getting 6000 passengers off a ship, washing 93,000 pounds of linens, loading up all the food and water, and getting the next 6000 passengers out to...
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Westminster Abbey's "attic" to open to public
Westminster Abbey is gaining a new tower—its first in 300 years—and with it an elevator and stairs that will allow the Abbey, for the first time ever, to open the Triforium, an attic-like space overlooking the main aisle, to the public....
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, May 3, 2015: Cour Puget at the Louvre
The Louvre, if not the world's largest museum in area (and it may be), is certainly one of the most difficult to navigate, spread out over many connected buildings and galleries. But one of the rewards for visiting it is the possibility of a sudden...
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Cruise lines drop Puerta Vallarta over violence
Recent street fights between armed drug gangs and Mexican police and troops in Puerta Vallarta have cancelled several cruise's port calls, and curtailed others. Royal Caribbean's Jewel of the Seas, Disney's Wonder and Celebrity's Infinity have...
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Skedans, Haida Gwaii, British Colombia (Where Gumbo was #106)
Gumbo was visiting the "misty isles", Haida Gwaii, in British Columbia. Specifically, the remnants of the Haida village of Skedans. Sadly, not much remains of the village, captured at its prime in the above image (1878), rich...
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Lulworth Castle, Dorset - the hunts and the fire
This is Lulworth Castle in Dorset, England. Apparently built on the site of an ancient fortified castle. The foundations of this version of the castle were started in 1588 and it was completed in 1609. The castle was actually built as a hunting lodge...
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Gallery: Signs of Toronto -- the City at Large
Toronto is one of Canada's great cities. Often called the "New York of the North" (I presume as a complement), it's a fun place to visit. There's lots to see and do in Toronto, from the amazing CN Tower which soars 1815 ft (553 m) into the...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Nov 6th, 2014:Brighton, England
The Brighton Dome is an arts venue in Brighton on the south coast of England. It contains the Concert Hall, the Corn Exchange and the Studio Theatre (formerly the Pavilion Theatre). All three venues are linked to the rest of...
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Finally a Cheap Way to Get From CDG Airport to Paris
Starting May 15, vans will run between CDG to Palais Royal in central Paris for as low as £2 for those reserving a ticket in advance. The vans are operated by Easybus, a subsidiary of Easyjet. Compared to the RER trains and the Roissybus, it's a...
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Capella Palatina, Palermo, Sicily (Where Gumbo Was, #102)
I've visited dozens of wonderful churches in my life, some vaste and grand like St. Paul's in Rome or Westminister Abbey in London, others smaller and with a more intimate feel. As a rule, I'm partially to smaller chapels and...
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Fort Barrancas Has it All: Cannons, Gun Turrets,Tunnels and Great Views
Fort Barrancas is located within the Naval Air Station in Pensacola. You have to show your drivers license, or other ID, to enter the base. It sits on the barranca ,or bluff, overlooking the entrance to Pensacola Bay. This National Historic Landmark...
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StreetView Comes to Royal Caribbean
Royal Caribbean's Quantum of the Seas is now deploying Google's StreetView mapping technology. Read More: http://www.tnooz.com/article/g...bbeans-quantum-seas/ See what it looks like: http://www.royalcaribbean.co.u...reet-view/index.html Gumbos...
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A Day in Ponce, Puerto Rico (Where Gumbo Was #87)
On our second-to-last day in Puerto Rico, we headed to the south shore of the island, to the city of Ponce. It's smaller than San Juan, has less tourist traffic—all that, and yet it considers itself the cultural equal of the capital or of...
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Three historical cities to visit in the winters for travel enthusiasts
The chilling weather of India glorifies the beauty of many cities. The three top cities are calling you to experience their beauty. These towns can be an escape from the spine-chilling weather or the thrust to kiss the warmth of the sun. Jaipur: Jal Mahal The capital of the royal state of India, Rajasthan, Jaipur is best suited to visit in winters. The city was founded in 1726 by Maharaja Jai Singh II and is popularly known as Fort City of India. Amber Fort, the Star attraction of the city,...
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Journey into the past: Prague's Lobkowicz Palace
While on a cruise expedition, Marilyn Jones has the chance to see the past through the life and home of a noble family.
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Seville Cathedral, Spain (Where Gumbo was, #237)
Gumbo was visiting the beautiful Gothic Cathedral in Seville, Spain. Built on the site of a mosque, it is a UNESCO World Heritage site and well worth a visit when in Andalusia.
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The Queen Elizabeth 2 (QE2)
A sight you won't see anymore, Ian Cook shares these photos of the QEII sailing into the River Tyne just before her retirement in 2008.
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CDC names the cleanest cruise ships
Centers for Disease Control found seven ships with perfect sanitation scores in the third quarter, and none that failed inspection.
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Typewriter Museum at San Francisco Airport
At San Francisco's International Airport, there's a small but fascinating museum dedicated to the history of the typewriter. And it doesn't end there!
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Galleria Umberto I, Naples: Reborn again
Naples' glassy galleria has had several roles in Naples' history, and it's getting a glitzy makeover for its next one.
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Cruise ships: How big is too big?
MSC launches its biggest ship, Meraviglia, 4th largest in the world, and hopes to be a bigger competitor for Royal Caribbean and Carnival.
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April 18, 2017: Sunrise, Sunset: Life in the South African Bush
Join Marilyn Jones on a photo-safari in South Africa.
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Venice's Royal Gardens set for restoration
Napoleon's gardens will be restored with funds from an insurance company, continuing a trend of private funding for landmark preservation in Italy.
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It's getting safer in cruise-ship (pool) waters
Norwegian Cruise Line joins the list of cruise lines that are providing full-time pro lifeguards for their pools.
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Take A Tour To These Patriotic Places of India
The charm, the grandeur and the royalty is how India can be described. Not only in monetary terms but the country is also rich in terms of culture, traditions, heritage sites and everything. It is because of this reason that the country was once called “Golden Bird”. Got fascinated by the beauty and the charm of the country, many rulers has invaded this spectacular country at different period of time. Right start from Aibak to Mughals to British, the country is ruled and built in a unique...
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Swedish Royal Guards can't get birds out of their hair
Common terns have taken to 'bombing' Sweden's Royal Guards, but a plan to kill them has stirred up controversy
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Journey through Karnataka: Hampi
Professor Abe's fascinating journey through the Karnataka region continues with an exploration of the fascinating UNESCO World Heritage Site of Hampi.
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Journey through Karnataka: Aihole, Pattadakal, and Badami
Professor Abe's journey to Karnataka continues with stops at several more great and historic sites, including an interesting cave temple.
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Journey through Karnataka: Bidar and Hyderabad
Professor Abe concludes his journey through Karnataka, with visits to the interesting sites of Bidar and Hyderabad.
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Know 11 Interesting Facts About Amber Fort in Jaipur
Royal state of Rajasthan, the state of kings and kingdoms has its own charisma when it comes to the grandeur of rich and historical monuments. Filled with many amazing and wonderful cities, Rajasthan plays a vital role in Indian Tourism. One of the major cities in Rajasthan is Jaipur, the pink city of India. Boasting a plethora of amazing forts, palaces and havelis, Jaipur is coronating the crown of Rajasthan Tourism . One of the major tourist attractions in Jaipur is Amber Fort. Famous as...
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Science knows why your wheels wobble
Like most people, you've probably wondered why your suitcases don't want to follow in your footsteps...
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Mideast laptop ban easing fast
The weeks-old ban on anything bigger than a cellphone in passenger cabins on flights to the U.S. from the Middle East has been relaxed for more carriers.
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Scenes of Cesky Krumlov
Gumbo's mystery destination this past week was no mystery to a number of readers. Join us for scenes from this UNESCO World Heritage town.
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Royal Caribbean builds even bigger
Royal Caribbean continues to add just a little more to its Oasis-class ships; Symphony is the new largest.
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In the Cotswolds: Upton House
PortMoresby continues her English adventures with a stop at Upton House, in Warwickshire, on the way to the Cotswolds.
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Mar. 20, 2017: St. Joseph's Oratory, Montreal
Travel Rob shares the spectacular and free to visit, St. Joseph's Oratory of Mount Royal in Montreal.
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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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A Tour of Stained Glass in Old San Juan
Old San Juan has a wealth of gorgeous stained glass in a variety of styles. Jonathan L shows us some of the best.
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British Museum tops UK's attraction list
Castles, museums, gardens and the British Museum—these are a few of Britain's top attractions.
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Shoebox America, 1969
A few nostalgic moments from a cross-country road trip in the summer of 1969, the year the Mets lost last place.
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August 9, 2017: - Treasure Falls, CO
It's a 105-foot cascade that's 'pretty darn cool;' waterfall-lover Samantha says it's worth the hike!
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From the Shoebox: Europe 1960
Images recovered from teenage travels over a half-century back lead PHeymont down memory lane.
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Cuba cruise business keeps on growing
Cruise business to Cuba continues to build as Carnival adds to its schedule.
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Nature in England: Snettisham Bird Reserve
Kirsten Hines, a lover and documenter of nature, continues her journey of discovery in England with a stop at the Snettisham Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB) Reserve.
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Haut-Koenigsbourg, atop Alsace's Vosges Mountains
Haut Koenigsbourg is an improbable bastion atop the Vosges mountains, with views of the Rhine, Alsatian villages and Germany’s Black Forest.
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Congratulations to Ian Cook!
Ian Cook's evocative B&W photo of the Anderton Boat Lift has been accepted by the Royal Photographic Society for inclusion in an upcoming exhibition tour. Congratulations, Ian!
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Fees, fees, everywhere: Now it's the cruise ships
Royal Caribbean will require all passengers in a cabin to buy its alcohol package if one does.