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SUNDAY’S SPECIAL SPOT – TIVOLI GARDENS, COPENHAGEN
This week’s round of SSS is an attraction I have actually visited. It was many, many years ago but I still remember it. Back when I worked in the travel industry I had an opportunity to go an a “familiarization trip” or “fam trip” as industry insiders call it. Myself and other travel agents from…
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SUNDAY’S SPECIAL SPOT – RUINS OF HERCULANEUM, ITALY
Most are aware of the destruction of Pompeii when Mount Vesuvius erupted in 70 C.E. , however the loss of Herculaneum is often overlooked. Herculaneum was buried with Pompeii and several other Roman cities that were based near the deadly volcano. Today, the incredibly well preserved ruins are found in the town of Ercolano. Although…
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SUNDAY’S SPECIAL SPOT – LAUGAVEGURINN TRAIL
This past December I saw Ben Stiller’s movie “The Secret Life of Walter Mitty” in the theatre. I found the story interesting yet recall, most vividly, the striking beauty of Iceland, where much of the movie was filmed. It was wonderful to learn that Iceland is not a barren country, as I once thought. I suppose…
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SUNDAY’S SPECIAL SPOT – LYSEFJORD, NORWAY
The scandinavian country of Norway is famous for its incredible fjord-filled western coastline. Although fjords are found in other world locales it is often Norway that comes to mind when picturing these stunning glacier created narrows. Lysefjord, in the southwestern section of the country is one of the most famous of Norway’s fjords. A rocky…
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SUNDAY’S SPECIAL SPOT – LIECHTENSTEIN
Tucked in between Switzerland and Austria is the double landlocked principality of Liechtenstein. A small country of 160 sq km/62 sq miles, it lies entirely within the Alps. Despite its small size Liechtenstein is highly industrialized, cultured, and maintains a high standard of living. It holds strong ties with Switzerland yet retains its own identity.…
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SUNDAY’S SPECIAL SPOT – WIELICZKA SALT MINES (POLAND)
Outside of Krakow, Poland you will find a small town named Wieliczka. Wieliczka is home to one of the oldest salt mines in European history. Starting back in the 13th century, the Wieliczka Salt Mine evolved into one of Poland’s greatest industries. The mine was in operation for almost seven centuries – up until the…
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SUNDAY’S SPECIAL SPOT – PRAGUE
I have been enamoured with the Czech city of Prague for many years. I love the blending of old and new – architecture and culture of time past in a world making fresh marks around it. Prague is no exception (from the photos I see). I look forward to the day I can view it…
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What Travel Means Series – Week #2
Hello! It is the second post for my weekly series of guest authors. As I mentioned here, the authors are friends of mine, people I know and like. I asked them to sum up in their own words and style what travel means to them and a favourite place (or two). ________________________________________________________________________ Today’s guest blogger is…
