Tagged With "Kiltepan Viewpoint"
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Re: Where in the World is TravelGumbo? #62
No conversation? Well, it looks limited in the yacht/marina element. Low industrial buildings or shopping center across the water? No signs of big shipping, though larger ships/ferries on other side. Fog bank in the distance. And a somewhat elaborate window from the observer's viewpoint.
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June 14, 2017: The Panoramic Views from Nu‘uanu Pali Lookout
Samantha takes us to a viewpoint high above Oahu, by a road that highlights the beauty of Hawaii's natural landscape.
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August 11, 2017: Madonna Dell Accoglienza, Lake Garda
Ian Cook's Pic of the Day shares images of the Madonna monument, including of its stunning views of Lake Garda.
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Do you see what I mean ?
Robert Cranwell likes to look at the little things when he travels in nature and explains why -- you will too once you've read his post.
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New views of Notre Dame
After many visits to the iconic cathedral, PHeymont looks for new views of familiar places.
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Craters Of The Moon National Monument, Arco, Idaho
Samantha and her husband had a great time exploring Craters of the Moon National Monument until the rains came.
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Tren del Fin del Mundo, Ushuaia
DrFumblefinger takes a train journey to the "end of the earth", in southern South America.
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What to see in Sydney | 10 Essential Places
Some suggestions for fun activities when visiting beautiful Sydney, Australia (sponsored content)
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The Berkeley Pit, Butte, Montana (Where Gumbo was #130)
When most people think of Montana, images of mountains or "Big Sky country" or wildlife spring to mind. Usually you don't think of a massive hole in the ground, but that was the focus of this week's puzzle. Gumbo was visiting the...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, October 26, 2015: Birds Eye View, Gare Du Nord, Paris
I always enjoy seeing birds in nature, but even more interesting to me is how they adapt in the city. As I was people watching at Gare Du Nord train station in Paris, I noticed pigeons using this spot to see the crumbs...
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Pondicherry, India (Part 1)
Bob Cranwell shares memories of life in Pondicherry, a unique corner of the Indian subcontinent.
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Central India, Pt.7: Ajanta
This week Professor Abe takes us to the fantastic Buddhist cave monuments cut into the rocks of the Sahyadri hills. The caves were declared a UNESCO World Heritage site in 1983.
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The Pap of Glencoe, Scotland.
Ian Cook shares a photo essay of a hike up the Pap in Glencoe. The views are breathtaking!
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Words Inspired by Art
Art and travel often inspire writing. Here are some pieces that Jonathan L wrote when inspired to put pen to paper
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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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Arches National Park, Utah. Where Gumbo was #33
Gumbo was enjoying the unparalleled beauty of the American Southwest. Without having been there when the photo was taken, I would not have guessed it was taken in Arches National Park, at least not without having tried a dozen other...
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, August 28, 2014: Elk, Banff, Alberta
There are many things I love about summer, one of which is getting out into the sunshine, exploring, and getting close to nature...but not too close. On a recent visit to Banff, my brother and I pulled into a parking lot for...
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Banff National Park: A hike along Lake Louise and the Plain of Six Glaciers
“Lake Louise” is a name that refers to a beautiful glacial lake, a village, and a ski destination. All of these places are in close proximity but I’ll always be using the term to describe the lake itself. I’ve been...
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Journey to Jordan: Pt 3, Petra
Here in Part 3 of his journey, ProfessorAbe takes us to one of the world's key archaeological sites, Petra.
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Journey to Jordan: Pt. 6, Aqaba and the Dead Sea
In the final part of this series, ProfessorAbe takes us to the Dead Sea, and the port and resort city of Aqaba.
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Shunpiking Northeast Iowa: Native American mounds to Norwegian culture
On the last leg of his New York-Minneapolis road trip, Jonathan L cuts across Iowa and finds a surprising variety along the way.
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March 17, 2017: Mirador del Río, Lanzarote, Canary Islands, Spain.
Ian Cook shares a visit to an unusual observation area with a stunning view.
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Staunton, Virginia Ramblings
George G wanders the streets of Staunton and shares some interesting photos and observations about this historic city.
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Mt. Shasta, California
DrFumblefinger spent a lot of time enjoying the views of beautiful Mount Shasta while on a recent road-trip to California.
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Kluane National Park
DrFumblefinger visits remote Kluane National Park in the Yukon territory. The park is home to most of the largest mountains in Canada, including it's tallest peak, Mt. Logan. It is home to hundreds of glaciers and forms part of the world's largest non-polar ice cap.
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Brooklyn Historical Society, New York
PHeymont finds the Brooklyn Historical Society as interesting from outside as from inside.
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Exploring the Patagonian Fjordlands: Pia Glacier
DrFumblefinger shares an close-up visit to massive Pia Glacier. Situated at the end of a fjord, it is one of the largest glaciers in the southern hemisphere.
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Gumbo's Pic of the Day, April 28, 2014: Pololu Valley, Big Island, Hawaii
Today's highlighted picture was taken from the Pololu Valley lookout in the northwestern corner of the Big Island, which offers memorable views of a classic Hawaiian landscape. Foamy surf, black sand beaches, rugged...
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National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum, Leadville, Colorado (Where Gumbo was #168)
Gumbo was visiting the National Mining Hall of Fame and Museum in Leadville, Colorado. A great place to visit if you like geology or the history of mining.
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May 4, 2016: The Pend Oreille River Valley, Washington
A scenic viewpoint showing the Pend Oreille River as it winds through northeastern Washington state to join the Columbia River in southern British Columbia.
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Money for nothing and your chicks for free!
Bob Cranwell, the Amateur Emigrant, shares colorful thoughts on what it's like to lead a dozen or so travelers through remote areas of the world.
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July 1, 2020: Canada Day Parade, Ignace, Ontario
DrFumblefinger came across this simple parade in celebration of Canada Day last July 1st.
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Pico de Arieo: A high altitude Hike in Madeira
Madeira's Pico de Arieo walk is not for the faint-hearted as you are above the clouds at an altitude of 6000 feet, but the scenery and views are unbelievable!
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Skocjan Cave, Slovenia (Where Gumbo was #412)
Gumbo was visiting the vast underground cavern that is the heart of the Skocjan Cave in Slovenia. It has been a World Heritage Site since 1986.
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How Virtual Reality Can Be Used in the Travel Industry
An interesting look at how virtual reality might change the future of the travel industry (sponsored content)
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Chicago Skydeck gets a new look
Chicago's tallest viewpoint re-opens with lots to see besides its view out over the city and lake.
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The Colors of Sherman Gardens
In a pocket-sized botanic garden, PHeymont found a riot of obvious and subtle colors and contrasts.
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Nenana River, Alaska
DrFumblefinger shares some photos from just outside of Denali National Park.
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Cheap Thrills: Virtual reality moon walk
For far less than riding with Musk or Bezos, would-be space travelers can simulate being part of a moon landing.
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New views over Pearl Harbor
A historic air control tower at Pearl Harbor is re-opening as an observation point at the Pearl Harbor Aviation Museum
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Elmira, NY: Little Giant of Industry
A small museum in a small city tells a surprising story of the industries that once gave the city a much bigger role.
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Ghost Rocks, Southern Utah
The scenery along the I-70 freeway in central Utah is spectacular and includes the "Ghost Rocks" section of the San Rafael swell.
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Black Dragon Canyon Viewpoint
DrFumblefinger enjoys a memorable scene at the viewpoint in the high Utah desert.
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Nagore Dargah, Tamil Nadu
ProfessorAbe goes off the beaten track in search of some intriguing-looking towers
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A Visit to Ireland: (Part 8) Northern Ireland, introduction and Portrush
Our Irish journey took us from the western part of the Republic north and into a different country, Northern Ireland. Make no mistake about it, Northern Ireland is a very different country than the Republic of Ireland. For example, its...
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Moyie River Gorge, Idaho
A relatively unknown point of interest is Moyie Canyon, which is spanned by one of the tallest bridges in the USA.
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Banff National Park: Hiking in the Subalpine Splendor of Sunshine Meadows
One of the most scenic hikes in the Canadian Rockies, and also one of my favorites, is in a high subalpine meadow in Banff National Park. The season for hiking here is limited to only a few months because of the high altitude.
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The Road to McCarthy, Alaska
One of the great and memorable scenic drives in Alaska is the rough gravel road to the small remote town of McCarthy.
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Canyonlands National Park, Moab, Utah
Canyonlands National Park is a colorful landscape eroded into countless canyons, mesas, and buttes by the Colorado River and the Green River. Samantha shares some pictures from her visit.