Walking in Oslo
Oslo is the capital and most populous city of Norway, with a population of about 1.7 million (metro). Oslo was founded toward the end of the Viking Age as Ánslo in 1040 AD. Oslo is the economical and commercial center of Norway. It is also a major hub for Norwegian trade, banking, shipping and industry. Oslo is home to Norway's Monarch King Herald V of Norway. The King resides in the Royal Palace when he is home. When the King is home, the flag is up over the Palace: https://
A Taste of Old Town Dubrovnik
Old Town Dubrovnik is located in southern Croatia, and was mostly built between the 11th and 13th centuries to protect the city from war, epidemics, and other outside problems of those days. The history of the city dates back to the 7th century, when the town known as "Ragusa" was founded by refugees from Epidaurum (Ragusa Vecchia). Dubrovnik's stone walls were built in the 8th century by the Bynzantine's as a fortress. The walls have been a part of several sieges throughout
Galapagos Dreams Hotel
The Galapagos Dreams hotel is located in Puerto Ayora on Santa Cruz island in the Galapagos Islands of Ecuador. It has 15 rooms in a 3-story building, a restaurant (Break Time) to enjoy the delicious cuisine of the Galapagos Islands. The Galapagos Dreams staff welcomes all guests and the staff speaks English and Spanish. https://galapagosdreams.com.ec/ There are a variety of rooms available at Galapagos Dreams that can accommodate solo travelers, couples or even groups of up
Galleon Beach (Freeman's Bay)
Galleon Beach is a nice, quaint beach located in English Harbour and is home to notable luxury beach resorts, such as: The Inn at English Harbour:
https://www.theinnantigua.com/ Moondance:
https://www.moondanceantigua.com/ It is a hotspot for snorkeling, sailing, turtle sightings, and relaxation. There are several nearby trails including the Jones Valley Trail, Lookout Trail, and Carpenters Rock Trail that hikers can explore the area with. For vehicle rentals in Antigua, cont
Half Moon Bay (Antigua)
Half Moon Bay is a cove in the shape of, well, a half moon. It is located on the southeastern part of Antigua Island. Half Moon Bay has one of the best beaches in Antigua, and is listed as the #3-ranked attraction of Antigua and Barbuda by U.S. News & World Report. There are hotels and resorts nearby that gives visitors convenient access to this gem. Local vendors provide food and beverages for the all-day excursions. For vehicle rentals, contact OJ & T's Car Rental: https://
Myrtle Beach, South Carolina (Photos)
Myrtle Beach is a popular beach city that is on the coast of South Carolina. It is a well-known tourist destination in the United States, particularly east of the Mississippi River. The population is about 35,000 people. It is located in the center of a long 60-mile stretch of beach known as "The Grand Strand." The Myrtle Beach metro area is the second-fastest-growing metro area in the United States. Top tourist attractions in Myrtle Beach include the Myrtle Beach Boardwalk,
Boston Massacre Site
The Boston Massacre occurred on March 5th, 1770, and was a result of the growing tensions between the American Colonies and the British Crown, notably with the passage of the Townshend Acts of 1768. There was a confrontation between colonists in Boston and the British troops that were garrisoned there, as a result of the growing tensions due to passage of new laws imposed by King George III. 2,000 British troops occupied Boston in 1770. The Townshend Acts required American co
A Christmas Story House
"A Christmas Story" is classical American Christmas movie that was released in 1983, filmed in Cleveland, Ohio, and is widely considered to be one of the best Christmas movies of all time. The film is about 9-year-old Ralphie Parker who wants a Red Ryder BB gun for Christmas, but his parents and others warn him that he'll shoot his eye out. The movie portrays Ralphie's typical Midwestern life as a boyhood challenges that include being a big brother, dealing with his parents a
Ciudad Colonial
Ciudad Colonial (Colonial City) is a historic colonial neighborhood in Santo Domingo, in the Domnican Republic, and is the oldest colonial area in Latin America that has been continuously inhabited. Santo Domingo was founded by Bartholemew Colombus, brother of Christopher Colombus, in 1496. It was claimed for the Spanish Crown. Ciudad Colonial was a critical Spanish hub that was used by the Spaniards to conquer other territories in Latin America to expand the Empire. The Span
Heritage Travel Campaign-Part 23 (Mobile, Alabama)
Part 23 of my "Heritage" travel campaign. I left Beauvoir in Biloxi, Mississippi and headed east toward Mobile, Alabama. https://www.mobile.org/ Mobile has a lot to offer visitors, with respect to tourism. There is the USS Alabama battleship museum, which is a part of the Battleship Memorial Park. There is downtown Mobile that features the History Museum of Mobile, along with the surrounding area which features monuments, memorials, and old architecture which all helps one t
Heritage Travel Campaign-Part 22 (Jefferson Davis Presidential Library & Museum)
Part 22 of my "Heritage" travel campaign. I headed south from Vicksburg and explored Biloxi, while stopping by a very controversial, but yet a very prominent place that highlights the life and post-American Civil War residence of West Point graduate (1824-28) U.S. soldier (1825-35, 1846-47), U.S. congressman (Representative, 1845-46, and Senator, 1857-61), U.S. Secretary of War (1853-57) and President of the Confederate States of America (1861-65), Jefferson Davis. https://w
