Tagged With "Ait Ben Haddou"
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Re: Where in the World is Gumbo? # 9
Considering that F. Scott Fitzgerald's only play, The Onion, features a character who is "the Ambassador of Irish Poland," Romanian Bollywood should not be a big reach! However...not so puzzling. Just as Iceland is Greenland and several other places in the new Ben Stiller "Walter Mitty" film, the film industry of India shoots in unexpected places...although in the video whose link is HERE , there's no attempt to play it as somewhere else.
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Re: February 28, 2018: Ait-Ben-Haddou, Morocco
As I said, quite a few films were shot here. Wikipedia has a list: https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/...t_A%C3%AFt_Benhaddou Ouarzazate is the centre of Morocco's film industry. We actually visited one of the studios - but Ait-Ben-Haddou is far more interesting.
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Aug. 24, 2014: Chicken Hawaiian Style
Paul, you're beginning to sound like Ben Franklin who wanted the turkey to be the USA's national bird, not the bald eagle. If he'd seen these photos, I'm sure old Ben would have been advocating for the chickens.
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Re: Gumbo's Pic of the Day, Aug. 24, 2014: Chicken Hawaiian Style
And if Ben Franklin had told anyone he'd seen these photos, he'd have been locked up and we'd have never heard of him. It was probably a close call for him as it was.
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Re: Hotel rooms for Millennials
I have seen the future. And the future has hotel rooms that are 90% bed (by surface area), 9% flat screen tv, 1% room for walking. No room for anything else. Except for the TV part, it could have ben Caligula's design.
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Britian's Famous Attractions Get Literal Chinese Names
VisitBritian announced the winners in their 'Great names for Great Britain ' campaign The campaign used the existing trend of the Chinese to give literal names to favorite celebrities, places and foods. Over 2 million Chinese visited the...
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A Busy Weekend in Philadelphia
A few weekends ago, my fiancé, my best friend and I decided to go to Philly for an overnight trip. Our goal for the weekend was to see all the touristy parts of Philadelphia. When we got to Philly from NYC, we headed straight for the L...
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Ala Moana Center, Waikiki: World's Largest Open-Air Mall
Samantha takes us to Hawaii's biggest shopping mall, which is also the largest open air mall anywhere.
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London Kerfluffle over silent Big Ben
Plans to keep London's famed bell silent for four years of construction work erupt in political infighting
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Why London Should be on your Bucket List this 2020
Need some reasons to visit London? How about a walk in the park? A Harry Potter tour? Shopping (sponsored content)
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A Day in the Highlands
An all-too-brief day in the Scottish highlands gave PHeymont a different view of a fabled country
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Even giant pumpkins feel the heat
Euope's hotter than usual summer took its toll on visitors, residents, tempers, zoo animals and even on gigantic pumpkins. This year;s winner of the annual Swiss pumpkin-growing competition weighed in at a mere 3/4 of a ton (750kg or 1653 lbs). ...
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Thanksgiving Week 2015 to be busiest ever for Flyers
If you plan on flying this Thanksgiving weekend, you'll have plenty of company. U.S. airlines predict 2015 will be even busier than last year. U.S. carriers expect 25.3 million passengers to fly from Friday, Nov. 20, through...
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A Quick Philly Jaunt to a Few Philly Haunts
Stephanie Kalina-Metzger shares a visit to Philadelphia, highlighted by the terrific views from from the One Liberty Observation Deck.
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Mexican surprise: Two huge caverns are one
Divers in Mexico connect the dots and find that two huge cave systems are actually one—and the world's longest at that!
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March 9, 2018: The Commando Memorial (Spean Bridge), Scotland
Ian Cook shares one of the United Kingdom's most beloved monuments, that dedicated to British Commando Forces. The monument offers panoramic views, including of Ben Nevis and Aonach Mòr.
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February 28, 2018: Ait-Ben-Haddou, Morocco
Professor Abe visits the picturesque town of Ait-Ben-Haddou, Morocco. It is a UNESCO World Heritage site and a very photogenic destination.
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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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Iceland's Secret Life as a Film Star (Really!)
The new Ben Stiller film, the Secret Life of Walter Mitty, has focused new attention on Iceland as a venue for film-making. It's a surprising country with a wide variety of scenery...but up to now it has mostly played "somewhere else" in the movies....
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Aug. 26, 2016: Ben Youssef Madrasa, Marrakech
Almost hidden in the Medina, a striking display of geometric tilework and exquisitely carved details every where you look.
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The Lucky Chair in Victoria by the Sea, P.E.I.
Travel Rob visits the famous Lucky Chair in Victoria by the Sea on Prince Edward Island.
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England's Thames Path, Hampton Court Palace to Ham House
PortMoresby returns to London and the River Thames, walking along the 184 mile national path that follows one of world’s most famous waterways, from rural idyll, through dynamic London and beyond.
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Ancient Circus Maximus is Rome's newest ruin
A large area of the fabled Circus Maximus, home of chariot races and triumphal marches, has been excavated and opened for visitors.
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Wandering in London: Street Furniture
Street furniture—benches, lamp posts, statues, signs and more—catch PHeymont's eye as he wanders London's streets.
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Nov. 23, 2016: Big Ben - London
Possibly the most famous clock tower in the world...but Samantha reminds us that it's actually the bell and not the clock and tower that is Big Ben!
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Cooter's in the Valley, Luray, Virginia
George G visits a fun museum built on the characters and scenes of a classic American comedy.
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Big Ben to go silent next year
Officials announce Big Ben will be silent for months during repairs next year.
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Canadian Start-Up ZiNG Airlines Plans on Using Bombardier Jets to Compete
ZiNG Airlines, a start-up airline out of Moncton, Canada, plans on using the locally manufactured Bombardier CS100 jets to compete with Air Canada and WestJet. ZiNG Founders, Wayne Fernandes and Ben de Mendonca, are planning to...
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The Boss to play Rome's Circus Maximus (and Milan)
Bruce Springsteen—The Boss—has two concerts planned for Italy this summer, including one in the historic Circus Maximus.
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Night at the Museum: new hotel concept
A unique chain of boutique hotels re-imagines its lobbies as galleries for contemporary art, and as a way to preserve significant buildings.
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Celebrating Nature on 7 Continents: Australia, part 1 - Bowerbirds in Australia's Bunya Mountains
Always a scientist with an eye to detail, Kirsten shares her observations of the BowerBird's nesting and mating behavior in the Bunya mountains of Australia.
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The London Eye (Where Gumbo was #292)
DrFumblefinger visits the London Eye, a new landmark in London and the most popular paid attraction in the United Kingdom.
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Is success killing Eurostar?
Rising passenger numbers, crowded terminals and increasing delays are driving some passengers back to the airport.
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G Adventures joins wellness travel trend
Wellness tourism is a growing trend; Marilyn Jones reports on one well-known company's offerings.
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A Break from the Ordinary in Historic Columbia
Stephanie shares a visit to historic and memorable Columbia, Pennsylvania.
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Re: February 28, 2018: Ait-Ben-Haddou, Morocco
Great post about Morocco, one of the prettiest countries in North Africa!
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Re: February 28, 2018: Ait-Ben-Haddou, Morocco
Thanks a lot for your kind comment. You are right - Morocco is an interesting country with lots of fabulous sights.
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A No Tourist Trap Bucket List To Really Experience The World
Pete offers some ideas for fabulous destinations to add to your bucket list (sponsored content)
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Foodie Fun in Watkins Glen, New York
Passing through a lakeside resort, PHeymont ran into two noticeable if not notable food spots.
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Titus Kaphar and Mexican Muralists: The Plight of the Poor
Jonathan L visited two amazing exhibits of art that gives voice to many without one
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U.S. gets first 'Whale Heritage' site
World whale organizations name a California city as one of four sites worldwide for its ethical treatment of whales.
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Top 5 Multi-Day Hikes in the United Kingdom
Looking for an interesting and beautiful hike in the United Kingdom? Take a look at these suggestions (sponsored content)
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Franklin Institute Science Museum, Philadelphia
There's an emphasis on hands-on and understanding underlying principles and mechanisms at this world-famous institution, and it's super kid-friendly.
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Hunter Valley, New South Wales
Barry Barford heads to the stunningly beautiful wine country in Australia's Hunter Valley.
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Museum of London, Docklands
In an old West India Dock warehouse, the museum makes clear the role of the port and dockworkers in making London.
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Exploring the Orkney Islands
One of Orkney’s most cherished attractions is the Italian Chapel built by prisoners of war during World War II.
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New South Wales gets new flights
Funding from a government fund is helping add aviation capacity across the state