Travel Posts We’ve Been Reading…

We’re an interesting group, travel bloggers. We are from everywhere and our interests are widely varied, but the one thing we have in common is we love to share our travel adventures and often there’s some really good information being shared. Here’s who we’ve been following recently…

If you’re planning a trip to Jamaica Elle is someone you should really get to know. Nobody has more great information on the places to visit and things to do on this amazing Caribbean island.

22 Photos Which Show Why Portland is Jamaica’s Most Beautiful Parish

Portland is easily Jamaica’s most beautiful parish with a great diversity in landscapes ranging from Jamaica’s highest mountain peak at a chilly 7,402 feet and dipping as low as to sea level with warm tropical breezes wafting in from the Caribbean Sea. What’s even lovelier is that this parish is relatively untouched from the droves … Continue reading22 Photos Which Show Why Portland is Jamaica’s Most Beautiful Parish

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Our favorite Europeans – Strafari always has good information and plenty of good images.

Strasbourg: Top 20 best views of the river Ill

We wish we had gotten to know Erika before we visited the Galapagos – great photographs…

The Galapagos Islands: A Photo Essay

We’re off to Stockholm in just a few weeks and this article had lots of good suggestions!

Stockholm… a smorgasbord of fun

Stockholm First thing to say is that I really love to travel to Scandinavia. Previously I’ve visited all of the other main Scandinavian capital cities (Oslo, Reykjavik, Copenhagen and Helsinki) so I really wanted to see what Stockholm had to offer. The answer is plenty! The city of Stockholm itself has a long and complicated … Continue readingStockholm… a smorgasbord of fun

World Complete

Sometimes you come across an international blog that causes you to reflect a bit more. An interesting article…

Nuclear Plants

Decolonization and post-colonial studies in the post-Soviet sphere (excerpt) April 26th, 38 years after Chornobyl /// nuclear blackmail today The catastrophic nuclear disaster of the Chornobyl power plant, the largest anthropogenic disaster in human history, occurred in Prypiat, a town around 130 km north of Kyiv on April 26, 1986. The root cause of the … Continue readingNuclear Plants

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Image Of The Day • The Mykonos’ Windmills

Located on a hill overlooking the town of Mykonos are the windmills. They are easily accessible by foot. You can climb to the top of the windmills for breathtaking views of the island, the harbor and the Aegean Sea.

These iconic windmills of Mykonos, have a rich history dating back to the 16th century. Originally used for grinding grain, these windmills became a symbol of the island’s prosperity and played a crucial role in its economy. Today, only seven windmills remain standing, serving as a popular tourist attraction.

The windmills of Mykonos were first introduced by the Venetians during their rule of the island. These early windmills were simple structures made of stone and wood. Over time, the design of the windmills evolved, becoming taller and more efficient. By the 18th century, Mykonos was home to over 20 windmills, producing enough flour to meet the needs of the island’s growing population and represented a valuable export item.

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Todays Image • Just Dandelions?

Okay, it’s just a dandelion – so what? Well the problem is, you weren’t there and I must admit I did a bad job of making it obvious why I took this photograph. What’s special about this clump of dandelions is that they are 18″+ tall. If you’re going to Alaska keep a look out…

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A Simple Grave Marker In Alaska

A Short Story While hiking up to Skagway Falls in Alaska we passed through the Gold Rush Cemetery where there are numerous headstones and markers with many well over a hundred years old. The cemetery is located on a slope with graves spaced at random, many markers are difficult to read and some contain little…

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Port of Call Mykonos

Mykonos (Also Mikonos), Greece The name Mykonos actually refers to the island as well as the major town. The Greek islands attract people from all over the world and the most popular of them is Mykonos. It features an exciting nightlife and a cosmopolitan atmosphere that attracts visitors of all ages. The island has a…

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The Legend Of Lorelei

While cruising on the Rhine in Germany you’ll pass under a massive slate rock formation with a statue at its base. The rock and the statue are named Lorelei. The statue is a bronze sculpture portraying a mythical siren named Lorelei who is said to have lured sailors to their doom on the Rhine River with her call.

The actual Lorelei rock is a 433 foot tall, steep slate rock rising above the bank of the Rhine at Sankt Goarshausen in Germany. It has been an infamous disaster to navigation since the 10th century and to explain the high number of ship wrecks and the loud echoing noises associated with the passage by the rock numerous myths and legends have developed.

The name Lorelei probably comes from the old German words lureln for “murmuring”, and the Old German term ley “rock”. The translation of the name would therefore be “murmuring rock”. The heavy currents, and a small waterfall in the area create a murmuring sound, and this combined with a sort of natural amplifier in the terrain, gave the rock its name.

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Image Of The Day • In A Playground

While traveling up the Rhone River our boat tied up next to a park one morning and right in front of us was this playground. I’ve seen lots of playground equipment but this one was unique and I kept waiting for some children to show up. Sadly it never happened

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Discovering Kruger National Park, South Africa

Visiting Kruger: The Ultimate Safari Experience For The Trip Of A Lifetime Rated as one of the world’s greatest wildlife experiences and reported to be the number one African safari destination, Kruger National Park is not to be overlooked when considering your travel plans. Larger than many countries and containing mostly undeveloped land, Kruger is…

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Todays Images • Mykonos

The Iconic Windmills Of Mykonos. Traditionally, these windmills are heavy, three-story buildings made of stone, are circular in shape, reflecting the simple yet functional design typical of the Cycladic islands. They were primarily built by Venetians in the 16th century and continued to be constructed into the early 20th century for milling wheat. Mykonos is…

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Where In The World #4?

What country claims this baked treat as its own? This is a traditional European pastry made from sweet yeast dough. This unique treat is crafted by wrapping strips of the dough around a conical baking tube, which is then grilled usual over coals till it achieves a golden brown color and crispy exterior. Answer •…

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Image Of The Day • Beach Paradise

This Mediterranean island would be heaven on Earth if it wasn’t so hedonistic. But it’s still paradise. Corfu actually has several dozen coves very similar to the one pictured here. The night life also attracts people from all over Europe and especially in the Winter months.

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Civil Unrest, War, Natural Disasters and International Travel

We’re asking for your opinion… I think Clint Eastwood said it best; “If you’re looking for a guarantee in life, buy a toaster.” We have, over the years, visited over one hundred countries and on a few occasions we’ve found ourselves in some touchy situations, but we have always been cautious in selecting when and…

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This Intentional Traveler features thousands of pages of information on destinations, great maps, amazing images, detailed travel help and just a few stories for the fun of it. Chance are we’ve got what you’ve been looking for, so take a moment and explore this incredible world with The Intentional Travelers. CLICK FOR GREAT TRAVEL IDEAS!…

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An Icelandic Spring??

Planning a trip to Iceland? Want some advice on what to pack? Short answer – lots and lots of layers. Here’s a sampling on what you can expect…

These are all images from late May to Early June. In a single day you can experience warm sunshine, rain, snow, sleet and cold wind gusts. Whatever the weather all you need do is just wait a few minutes and it will probably change.

Downtown Reykjavík May 27th

This poster at a bus stop in downtown Reykjavík sums it up nicely…

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Hidden Gems: Florida’s Small Museums to Visit

A Few Attractions Well Worth Your Time There was a time when small roadside attractions where the highlight of family road-trips to Florida. Today they have been overshadowed by the mega-parks and major resorts, but there are still a number of roadside gems that you should explore – amazing little pieces of history encased in…

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Bangkok, An Overnight: A Must for Cruise Travelers

A number of South China Sea cruises will offer overnights in Bangkok as part of an itinerary and those two days will be the highlight of the cruise. Visiting Bangkok is an exciting experience as the culture is rich and peaceful, the food is plentiful and diverse and there are almost too many things to…

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Where In The World #2?

Sure, It’s A Hard Rock Cafe, But Where Is It? Guess before you scroll down and let us know how you did… Located at the very end of the world is the Hard Rock Cafe Ushuaia, Argentina. Civilization can’t be found any further south than Ushuaia and this one boasts three levels of indoor dining…

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