Tagged With "NYBG Glow"
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Re: Seville Cathedral
The beautiful golden glow on the façade is reminiscent of the shimmer of Columbus' catafalque, contained within the cathedral. Thank you for the fine image.
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Re: Banksy Opens up a Bemusement Park in England
Certainly looks like "Something completely different" To admire its absurdity is quite refreshing. Whether it has international - appeal only time will tell. The beauty of English weather is Mac could have driven North to the Costa-del-Mersey. Cut the grass - take the grandkids to the park and a warm glow of sunburn for not wearing my hat. But with a name like Dismaland I suppose warm rain is part of the experience, Love to see more photos too
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Re: Get Gumbo's Daily E-mail Update!
Just a sample for folks to see what the daily newsletter looks like: TravelGumbo Today: April 26, 2014 Quaint English customs: a scarecrow exhibition In a Cotswold village, Mac spent a pleasant day finding the 30+ scarecrows of all types hidden up and down the town's steep slopes.. Gumbo's Picture of the Day: Burma: Into the Storm A small boat in an approaching storm, trying to reach home, from PortMoresby's round-the-world trip.. New Hint! Where in the World is TravelGumbo (#34) We've added...
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, October 24, 2015: Poppies -- Weeping Window at Woodhorn
We southern North Americans are not that unfamiliar with the poppies, although perhaps the younger ones...in my childhood and on, they were annually a tradition carried on by the American Legion. Actually, a little research tells me that the tradition started with them in 1921, and then spread to UK and Commonwealth! Here's the text of the poem, written by John McRae, a Canadian soldier and physician: In Flanders fields the poppies blow Between the crosses, row on row, That mark our place;...
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Re: Kiku: The Art of Japanese Gardening at NY Botanical Gardens
I've never been long on botanical knowledge, sadly, but I've come to love walking through serious gardens, including the Brooklyn Botanic, almost in my backyard. Now you've given me something new to look for there!
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Re: More Then & Now Photos.
Sigh... 1908 to 2013 comparisons give me a thrill and glow. 1980 to 2013 comparisons make me feel time is passing me by I wonder why!
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Norway To Come Out With Cool New Passport
Norway's National Police Directorate announced the design for the country's new passport from Neue Design Studio. It features on it's passport pages a reductive depiction of a Norwegian landscape .Under UV light, the Northern Lights glow. Read...
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Tourist to Traveler: Exploring Old San Juan
Jonathan L, a veteran traveler to Puerto Rico, takes you down some of his favorite off-the-tourist-track streets in Old San Juan
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New York City's Two Museums of Design
Jonathan L takes us on a tour of two NYC museums that specialize in design.
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10 Reasons Why New Zealand Should Be Your Next Holiday Destination
New Zealand is a country of wonders. Here is a listing of some of the best (sponsored content)
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Anatomy of a Trip (beyond eating & drinking...mostly)
I believe I mentioned, or alluded to, the fact that roaming the earth alone has lost its glow. If there’s an English language library in a foreign place, it’s a magnet for me, just to visit and admire, if not to officially...
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Art and Survival in the Tassili Plateau
Bob Cranwell explores the heart of the Sahara -- a life filled with hardship, sand dunes and camel. A trip highlighted by the remarkable sights of Tassili n’Ajjer, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.
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The Eiffel Tower at Dusk
DrFumblefinger shares his experiences with the transformation of the Eiffel tower that occurs when day turns into night.
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Denver Museum of Nature and Science (Where Gumbo was #268)
Gumbo was visiting an excellent museum in Denver, its Nature and Science Museum. The museum has many galleries as part of its permanent exhibits and featured two interesting exhibits when DrFumblefinger visited, one on the Dead Sea Scrolls and one on Nature's Bioluminescence.
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A journey around Iceland: 4) North Iceland
(Godafoss waterfall, northern Iceland) Our journey around the Ring Road continued as we headed north on the eastern shore of the island towards northern Iceland. (I've again chosen to describe our experiences here in sequential...
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The Big Island of Hawaii (Part 1). Volcanoes Park
(Volcanoes National Park -- plume of volcanic smoke from Halema'uma Crater) There are many places in the world I wish everyone could visit. At the top of this list is Hawaii. It’s a great travel destination and for me retains...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, September 9, 2014: Halema'uma Crater, Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii
One of the most exciting things about visiting Volcanoes National Park is an opportunity to see molten lava. This is somewhat a matter of luck. Sometimes when you visit, there'll be easily accessible lava flowing; at other times, nothing...
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My Secret Place
The entrance to this hiking destination is not a secret. There is a turn out on California's coastal HWY 1 about 20 miles from The Tides in Bodega Bay, just before Fort Ross. The secret is, that the trail doesn't have to end. It ends after about 5...
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Endangered tourist destinations around the World
Do you feel like getting lost in the backstreets of Venice, snorkeling on the Great Barrier Reef or skiing in the Alps? If so, don’t hang around – tourist hordes have put these much-loved sites and many others at risk. These places...
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South America, part 3 - Nesting Leatherback Sea Turtles
Kirsten Hines' Celebration of Nature on 7 Continents continues with a visit to see some nesting Leatherback Turtles.
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Oct. 18, 2016: Banteay Srei, Cambodia
In the final post of a series, Marilyn Jones visits the Citadel of Women, in a 10th-century complex that was originally Hindu.
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Jan. 3, 2017: Hungarian Parliament Building
Through an early morning mist, Marilyn Jones caught this memorable view of Hungary's largest building.
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Kiku: The Art of Japanese Gardening at NY Botanical Gardens
At the New York Botanical Gardens, Jonathan L explores an exhibit focused on Japanese techniques for growing and training chrysanthemums.
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Jan. 1, 2017: Forest renewal at the New York Botanical Gardens
Jonathan L visits the Garden's old growth forest, where only minimal maintenance is allowed to interfere with nature.
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March 12, 2017: Prairie sunrise, Alberta
Pierre Renault shares a photo of a sunrise on the Alberta prairies on a cold winter morning.
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Michigan named for best fall foliage
Michigan edges out New York this year as Nikon's top place to photograph fall foliage.
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Family Fun in Kent County, Delaware
Stephanie Kalina-Metzger shares some of the travel gems for you to enjoy when visiting Delaware's Kent County.
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May 15, 2019: Dignity, South Dakota
DrFumblefinger visits Dignity, a 50 foot tall stainless steel and glass sculpture located on a bluff overlooking the Missouri River.
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Khajuraho Tour- An Expedition to the Temple City
Listed as a UNESCO World Heritage Site, Khajuraho was discovered by General Alexander Cunningham. Built by the powerful Chandelas, the temples of Khajuraho are the finest specimens of temple art. Detailed sculptures run along all the temples and up the flamboyant spires. The precision of carvings and legendary tales associated with these temples are captivating. While their erotic ornamentation is what has made them popular, they account only for 10% of the numerous sculptures. The majority...
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Jan. 6, 2019: NYBG Holiday Train Show
The Holiday Train Show at the New York Botanical Gardens is a favorite destination of Jonathan L every December
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10 honeymoon destinations in new zealand
If you want to move away from mainstream honeymoon destinations like Bali, Thailand and do something out-of-the-box, consider honeymooning in New Zealand. Words fall short when we describe how ethereal this destination is as a perfect honeymoon spot. There is endless variety of tourist attractions, some stunning views and much more. Whether you want to simply enjoy a laid back vacation at the beach, indulge your senses with the stunning scenery or drown knee-deep in the delectable cuisine...
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Early Riser - The Perfect Sunrise Guide in Jaipur
India is a land of early risers. No matter which part of the country you visit you will find incredible beauty in the morning experiences. From the melodious temple suprabhatam and household rangolis of the southern states to a dip in the Ganges in Hardwar and Rishikesh; from the bustling fish markets of Konkan coast to the languidly awakening markets in central India; from the floral market on the Dal Lake to the sounding of the sacred azaan in western UP; from the start of agricultural...
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Quetta, Train to Chaman
Bob Cranwell shares a story of a memorable train journey in high altitude Pakistan.
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New York Botanical Gardens Holiday Train Show
Jonathan L takes us to this year's Holiday Train Show at the NY Botanical Gardens
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Re: New York Botanical Gardens Holiday Train Show
Love small railroad layouts. My dad and all the relatives in Pittsburgh use to put up a train platform under their Christmas trees every year with miniature houses, people and vehicles. Seems no one does that tradition anymore.
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Dreaming Around the World, Part II
Seduced initially by the public faces of our destinations, it’s the private spaces that remain most vivid in PortMoresby’s memory.
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Re: St Helen's Church. Lancashire, England
I did see a small glow of light at the entrance to the Church. Around midnight I walked into the Church grounds to see if it was yet another Ghost Hunt looking for activity. As I approached the source of the light it went dimmer. When I was at the Church entrance it was pitch black and there were no signs of any presence. But it did make my hair stand up !
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Greater Kruger region: Outstanding Game Viewing
Barry shares some of the features that make a safari trip in South Africa one of the most memorable of your life.
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Ancient Arles gets modern monument
A new arts center designed by Frank Gehry provides a sharp contrast to the city's other monumnents.
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Celebrate the Holidays at NYBG Glow
Jonathan L takes us to see the holiday light show at the New York Botanical Gardens
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What to see in Mexico? 6 interesting places
Considering a trip to Mexico? Here are some reasons why you should go (sponsored content)
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Nice Insider Tips: How to make your visit to the Côte D'azur Unforgettable
Now that travel to Europe is reopening, it's time to consider a visit to beautiful Nice, France (sponsored content)
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Sedona's Breathtaking Red Sandstone Formations
Samantha says Sedona has to be one of the most exquisite places in the southwest, and thinks it’s something you have to see for yourself to believe.
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American Impressionists at Boston's Museum of Fine Arts
A visit to a small exhibition in Boston helped PHeymont refocus on the American aspect of French-trained American artists.
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Texas town's park will glow in the dark
A Texas town plans relief from summer heat by building a 24/7 playground that glows in the dark
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New thrills for new cruise ship
Yet another spectacular amusement park at sea is about to debut
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How to Travel on a Budget: 10 Tips
Looking for a beautiful yet affordable travel destination? Consider visiting Pigeon Forge, in the beautiful Smoky Mountains.
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Shimmering Lakes and Romantic Palaces of Udaipur
A magical, purple hued sunrise glowed over the shimmering lake welcoming us to the romantic city of Udaipur.
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Oct. 22, 2014: Greek Cathedral, Vienna
Sometimes, while traveling, you walk past something; it looks interesting, but it's not open. You poke your eyes and lens in as best you can, and grab a shot...and then, over the years following you keep coming back to the image and you know you have to return.
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Volcanoes National Park, Hawaii, Redux
I'm a huge fan of National Parks, and one of the most amazing parks anywhere is Volcanoes National Park on Hawaii's Big Island. When you visit, you'll know why it's a UNESCO World Heritage site !