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Re: Tips to help with packing no matter where you are going
Very useful reminders Marilyn, thanks. Absolutely agree with "don't over-pack" (I still do and get cross with myself when I have unused items at the end of the trip. And yes, Kindles, packing cubes and ZipLoc bags have made great additions to my bag in recent years. Two other thoughts occur: 1) fast drying travel clothing (wash and wear overnight) helps lighten the load 2) don't pack every last item of shampoo, tea bags, snacks etc etc in the belief that you can't possibly buy x x x-thing in...
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Re: Where in the World is TravelGumbo? (#188)
Here's the Thursday clues...inside now. Inside a hall that's 30' x 80' and next to another nearly as big. Living large! And there's more upstairs...
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Re: Air Miles vs Low Fare Airline
The website states the limits for a carry-on bag are (approximately, stated in cm) 21 x 16 x 9 inches, and 10 kilos/22 pounds. Plus a "small" item that fits comfortably under the seat. Were your bags within these guidelines, Rob?
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Re: TSA books possible new delays
I had never experienced problems with books in my rucksack, but last week at Athens airport I had to empty it completely because the books (at the bottom!) apparently had been at the 'wrong' angle for the x-ray machine.
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Re: Misty Blue. Reeth Swaledale North Yorkshire.
Just love the simplicity of this image Ian it's a cracking shot x
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Re: Photography at the Edges, New York & San Francisco
Speaking again of black&white, the monthly events newsletter from Mrs. Dalloway's Literary & Garden Arts store in Berkeley just arrived. Down at the very bottom was this intiguing notice which I mean to check out in person in 11 days. Mrs. Dalloways is at 2904 College Avenue in Berkeley. mrsdalloways.com "The Watchmaker Series." Beautiful black and white silver gelatin prints on archival quality paper. Ready for 8 x 10 frame. $65. When Craig was asked to fix a case that contained a...
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Re: Where in the World Is Gumbo? #35
This is the Sea-Based X-Band Radar dome, there was a big to do when it was moved. I can't tell where the pic was taken though. The dome was in Seattle for a spell but then relocated.
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Re: No place like home? 41% of Americans stayed there!
I think a lot of it is due to a bad economy. Many many working people out there are struggling and don't have spare funds to take a family on a trip. Travel for 4 people is often 3-4 x as expensive as travel for one person. And as PM points out, it's also a matter of priorities. To some folks vacation means going in style, like staying at an all inclusive luxury resort, not just camping. I'm actually curious if the 40% who said they didn't actually take vacation would even consider going...
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Re: TravelGumbo's Xenophil graduating at Eastern Washington University, Cheney
HUGE congratulations, X !!!! Now, get a job.
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Re: TravelGumbo's Xenophil graduating at Eastern Washington University, Cheney
Originally Posted by PortMoresby: HUGE congratulations, X !!!! Now, get a job. As with most computer science graduates, that's already taken care of PM! Besides his efforts for TravelGumbo, X starts working in his field in a few weeks.
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Re: How to Fly through Airports…or at least relax a bit!
The cords and chargers can stay in the bag; they have a recognizable x-ray profile. That's generally true also for phones and small tablets, such as Kindle. Larger tablets, such as iPads, are invited out of your bag only once in a great while, but be sure to keep them accessible for those moments.
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Re: Gold Country, California: Nevada City
My turn to be jealous that you'll get to see the exhibit. The images look wonderful, but what is sticking in my mind is that Watkins was traveling primitive roads and trails with...omg...18 x 22 glass plates. One stumble, and...
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ET, Call Home: A visit to the Arecibo Observatory
On our recent visit to Puerto Rico, we took an unplanned side trip to what might be called ET’s phone booth—a vast radio telescope at the Arecibo Observatory that “listens” to space both for astronomical information and any...
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JetBlue Sale: NYC to Albuquerque $176 RT Total
This is a great nonstop round trip fare from New York to Albuquerque. $176 round trip total .Search JetBlue for dates . www.jetblue.com Sample date : Jan 29 - Feb. 5, 2015 1 traveler round trip: New York City area (NYC) to ...
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October 9, 2017: Views from the Giralda, Seville
Originally built as a minaret to a mosque, the belltower of Seville's Cathedral has long been used as an observatory. Thousands of tourists walk up its ramps every day to enjoy the wonderful views of the city.
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TSA books possible new delays
TSA tries requiring books and food be pulled out of bags at scanning. It's supposed to speed things up, but travelers say it doesn't.
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May 12, 2017: Cherry Orchard, Alnwick Garden, Northumberland
Ian Cook takes us to the Cherry Orchard at Alnwick Garden, Northumberland, home to the largest colection of 'Tai Haku' in the world.
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Google Maps: 'X' marks the (wrong) spot in Norway
A mapping error is sending dozens of would-be cliff-climbers to a puzzled village miles (and a boat ride) away from their destination.
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Genoa airport waives liquid limit for pesto
When it comes to pesto, Genoese are passionate, and willing to make an exception to the rules.
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200 Years of History on the Erie Canal
After 200 years, the Erie Canal is still at work, and at leisure. JonathanL follows it from Buffalo to Albany for a great tour.
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Pittsburgh's airport to get smaller, smarter
Pittsburgh plans to re-work its pioneering airport to meet the needs of a new age.
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Mallorca gets tough new tourism-control law
Mallorca and Ibiza call a halt to some rentals and set new rules for others in one of the stiffest responses to perceived 'overtourism.'
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Capsule hotels spreading in Europe
Tiny spaces mark the capsule hotel, but privacy is another hallmark that may help it compete with hostels.
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RV Popularity Surges—Here's Why!
RV's are becoming increasingly popular. Amy Price looks at some of the reasons for this trend.
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And the squeeze goes on: are carry-ons next?
The battle of the overhead bins may take on a new look Good things often come matched with bad things. This week, the International Air Transport Association, which represents about 250 airlines worldwide, has proposed new baggage standards....
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Why your airline chose your plane
As you settle down into your seat, comfortably at the front of the plane (above) or squeezed into the last inches at the back (below), you must have sometimes wondered how the airline chose the plane you’re sitting in or why the schedule...
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Coming soon: 777s so big their wings fold
Computer rendering of the 777-9x Boeing's biggest 777s are on the way, with wings so long they have to partly fold after landing to avoid hitting other planes and buildings. Production is just starting on the final design for the X series,...
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Americans still love road trips: 71% will take one this summer
A new Harris Poll tells us what we must have known. Beyond cruises and flights, the classic road trip is still the popularity winner for U.S. vacationers, with 71% planning some sort of road trip this summer. The poll, based on 2215 U.S....
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Girl with a Pearl Earring goes for an X-ray
In an unusual and fleeting opportunity, the public is invited to watch a full digital investigation of one of the world's best-known paintings.
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New for Spring and Summer Travel
Seasoned traveler Marilyn Jones has been shopping for new and useful travel accessories.
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U.S. asks foreign airports for tighter screening
Rules already in effect in U.S. for small electronics and food would be applied to flights headed to U.S.
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Big Family Trips With Not-So-Big Budgets
Mattie Elsner offers several suggestions to help you stick to your budget as you plan your next family vacation.
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Jersey, The Channel Isles.
Paul Hunter shares some brilliant images of Jersey, one of the Channel Islands between England and France.
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The Memorials of Berlin, Part 1
There are many memorials to the victims of the Nazi regime in Germany. Jonathan L introduces us to some of the smaller, lesser-known ones in Berlin.
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June 2, 2018: Metropol Parasol, Seville
Our Pic of the Day features this large mushroom-like wooden structure, said to the largest wooden construct in the world.
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A Sea-Going Radar that's never gone home: Where Gumbo Was #35
There have been more than a few tales and ships condemned to sail on forever, or never reach home—Coleridge’s Ancient Mariner, the Flying Dutchman, Edward Everett Hale’s “Man Without a Country”—but this odd...
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A visit to the Jack Daniel's distillery: Lynchburg, Tennessee
One of the favorite travel destinations in south-central Tennessee is the Jack Daniel’s distillery situated in the small town of Lynchburg. It’s about an hour and a half drive south of Nashville and an excellent...
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$168 RT New York - Tampa ? Hello, Jet Blue
Jet Blue has a good 2 day sale on now.I saw two routes in particular that were good deals. Black out dates apply as well as as no Friday or Sunday travel.It's for travel Jan. 7-Feb.12. These are prices I saw when I checked New York...
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Jet Blue does it again $150rt-Savannah-NYC
Jet Blue has had some great fares this month and here's another Savannah-NYCrt or vice versa-One way tickets also allowed at $75. An example below.Not many tickets are left at this price. Search Kayak ,Google Flights etc to find the bargain...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, August 25, 2014: Nail Art, Toronto, Canada
During a recent visit to Toronto, I came across the interesting piece of art in the lobby of its City Hall (note: infamous Mayor Ford was no where to be seen -- I know you all were just dying to know). It was a fairly large piece of art,...
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Smartphones on Sale for Ultra Budget Cell Plan
You can buy a refurbished Moto X for Republic Wireless for $199. The white color ones are still available when I last checked. http://www.cnet.com/news/get-a-refurbished-republic-wireless-moto-x-for-199/ One of the big stories this...
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Good Time for New Yorkers to Buy Flights to Florida
Airfarewatchdog posted a good sale to Florida from New York City on Jet Blue. $168 round trip total -NYC to Sarasota, Non Stop. Lots of dates are available up to early January. No peak summer or holidays included Read More:...
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Airbnb gains more loyalty links; Delta is latest
Delta joins a growing list of carriers offering miles for Airbnb bookings.
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Dec. 10, 2016: Memories of a Lost Calendar
In Chartres, a monument shows its history, with its date given in the French Revolutionary calendar.
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New York State Fair—Supporting young farmers
New York's State Fair goes back 175 years, and still plays an important role in encouraging young farmers. Jonathan L visits and describes.
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TSA, American testing automated security screens
TSA and American Airlines are teaming up to try out high-tech automated security lanes to speed up getting through airports.
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New airport scanners may end all that unpacking
New scanners, using a different technology, will let us leave our gear and liquids in the bag and speed up scanning. They're in live trials now.
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Da Vinci's Last Supper, Milan
DrFumblefinger was very excited and pleased to be able to view Leonardo da Vinci's masterpiece, the Last Supper, during a visit to Milan.