London and Paris Vacation - Traveling Robert
This is a chronicle of our trip to London and Paris in the spring of 2015. We stay in Greenwich just to east of London, visit several other places in England such as Windsor, Bath and Stonehenge. Also see all the major Paris tourist attractions including a cruise on the Seine River except for the Louvre Museum. It is still a great Paris Travel Guide for a first timer.
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Things to do in Nevada Travel Guide | USA Road Trip 2017
Join us as we visit Nevada state covering attractions outside of Las Vegas on a USA road trip of a lifetime focusing on outdoor adventures in our things to do in Nevada travel guide. As many know tourism in Nevada is often focused around a trip to Las Vegas; however, what many may not know is that the state of Nevada features a plethora of National Parks, fascinating highways and roadside attractions worth visiting. Come along as we hop in our Camaro rental car exploring as much of Nevada as we possibly can on a three-day #NevadaStories road trip.
Things to do in Nevada Travel Itinerary:
Day 1
1) Picking up our rental car and breakfast in Las Vegas, Nevada
2) Visiting Lake Mead National Recreation Area for a short hike in Nevada
3) Visiting the Hoover Dam in Nevada
4) Black Canyon kayaking tour visiting the Emerald Cave
5) Drove to Mesquite, Nevada to stay overnight
Day 2
1) Visited the Valley of Fire State Park in Nevada exploring Fire Arch Rock, White Domes, Rainbow Vista and Atlatl Rock
2) Road trip on Highway 93 to Alamo, NV
3) Checked in to the Windmill Lodge with a hotel tour of our room
4) Dinner at the Windmill Ridge restaurant eating barbecue ribs, mashed potatoes and peanut butter bar for dessert
Day 3
1) Pahranagat national wildlife refuge to spot birds and walk around in nature
2) ET Fresh Jerky for delicious Alien jerky and to buy alien sunglasses
3) Driving on the Extraterrestrial Highway on our USA road trip (aka Nevada State Route 375)
4) Alien Research Center in Hiko, Nevada *(Wed-Sun 11am to 6pm)*
5) Alien Black Mailbox to communicate with Aliens
6) Visiting Little A'le'Inn in Rachel, Nevada on the Extraterrestrial Highway
7) Touring Red Rock Canyon National Conservation Area for sunset
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Things to do in Nevada Travel Guide | USA Road Trip 2017 Video Transcript:
Our trip began in Las Vegas, but having already been there before, we wasted no time on the Strip. After a short night’s rest, we grabbed a hearty breakfast, hopped in our rental car, and hit the road for our first stop of the day: Lake Mead.
Hoover Dam is one of the most visited attractions in Nevada with as many as 1 million people taking the tour every year, and even more driving across the dam.
Fun fact: there is enough concrete in Hoover Dam to build a 4 foot wide sidewalk around the Earth at the Equator. That’s a whole lot of concrete!
Kayaking in Black Canyon was the highlight of the day. We lucked out with blue skies, calm waters, and the scenery was pretty spectacular - especially once we entered the canyon.
Halfway up stream we took a break from kayaking and went on a short hike.
We also stopped at the Emerald Cave, which gets it’s name from the bright emerald green colour reflected in the water.
We had an hour’s journey to reach the Valley of Fire that morning, and it was a very leisurely drive down some scenic stretches of road. We knew we were getting closer to the park when we noticed the landscape colours started becoming more saturated.
Once we entered Valley of Fire State Park, the fun began. This park is known for its rock formations, panoramic vistas, and hiking trails, so there was no shortage of things to see and do.
Back on the road, we hit our first stop on the ET Highway: ET Fresh Jerky! This is an alien-themed shop selling everything from martian soda to alien sunglasses, so we used this as an opportunity to load up on snacks.
After stopping for photos at the ET Highway marker which is covered in stickers, we journeyed on to the Alien Research Centre, which is pretty hard to miss considering they have a giant metal alien standing guard on a hill.
Out front, we spotted a UFO-towing pick-up truck and a green alien welcoming earthlings, while inside we were surrounded by Area 51 warning signs and all sorts of alien-themed souvenirs.
And then it was time to turn around, drive back to Vegas, and fly back home,.
A surprise addition to our Nevada travel guide was visiting Red Rock Canyon, which is just a 20-minute drive from the Vegas Strip.
Our final thoughts? There are way more things to do in Nevada than just Las Vegas and we’re glad we got to experience a mix of nature and quirky attractions on this mini USA road trip! If you have any other suggestions of cool things to see and do around the state, feel free to leave your recommendations in the comments below.
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Riding the Aire Valley Towpath Cycle Route 2015
Join Sarah, John and myself as we ride the Aire Valley Towpath (NCR 66) from Bingley to Leeds and back again. I have couple of unfortunate incidents, but live to tell the tale. Although this ride is new to us in 2015 It's a great route with fantastic scenery and easy going terrain which we will definitely revisit in 2016. The cycle path is suited to cyclists of all abilities, even non cyclist can enjoy the route. If you have any questions then please use the comment section below and subscribe if you are interested in seeing more of the routes we ride.
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Top Ten Countries That Breed the Sexiest Men!
According to a survey on MissTravel.com, 66,000 women voted on which nationalities make the world’s hottest men. Here are the winning 10 countries. See if you agree with them.
10. Spain (298 votes)
When the king of a country is this smoulderingly handsome, you know the rest of the country is going to be good. From bullfighters to soccer stars, these Latin Lovers are among the most hot blooded.
Some of Spain's hotties include:
Miguel Angel Silvestre
Xabi Alonso
Cayetano Rivera
Andres Velencoso
Jon Kortajarena
Aitor Ocio
Antonio Banderas
09. Denmark (670 votes)
According to most polls, the Danes are the happiest people on Earth. It’s no wonder then that these men have cultivated some of the sweetest smiles. Denmark is full of these blonde beauties with chiseled Nordic features.
Some of Denmark's hotties include:
Mads Mikkelsen
Nikolaj Coster-Waldau
Viggo Mortensen
Sebastian Lund
Nicklas Pedersen
08. Nigeria (721 votes)
Being the most populated country in Africa, Nigeria boasts many gorgeous Nollywood actors, and plenty of steamingly hot, perfectly sculpted Nigerian models.
Some of Nigeria's hotties include:
OC Ukeje
Chris Attoh
Blossom Chukwujekwu
Michel Majid
Alex Ekubo
Bryan Okwara
07. Italy (905 votes)
This country has the most coastline in Europe, so Italy’s hunks are tanned to golden perfection. These Italian stallions will take you to dine on cheese, pasta and wine followed by a quick passeggiata in their Maserati.
Some of Italy's hotties include:
Fabio Cannavaro
Raoul Bova
Alessio BoniLuca Argentero
Andrea Zanchini
Reynaldo Gianecchini
Giulio Berruti
06. Scotland (1,554 votes)
These rugged, bare-knee brandishing, burly men have no fear of the cold. Something about Scotland got 1554 women’s temperature rising, perhaps the Scotch Whiskey or perhaps the thought of what a Scott hides under his kilt.
Some of Scotland's hotties include:
Gerard Butler
Ewan Mcgregor
James Mcavoy
Sam Heughan
Richard Madden
Kevin McKidd
05. England (2,133 votes)
Be sure to sit down with a nice cup of tea before ogling these English eye-candies. Some of the world’s most adorable actors and models grew up eating fish and chips.
Some of England's hotties include:
Jude Law
IDRIS ELBA
ORLANDO BLOOM
HENRY CAVILL
ROBERT PATTINSON
Clive Owen
Charlie Hunnam
Daniel Craig
04. America (2,909 votes)
The land of buffalo wings and corn dogs also packs in plenty of all-American Hollywood hunks. Some of the world’s most famous idols are lusted over by these voters dying to nibble an American Twinkie.
Some of America's hotties include:
Matt Bomer
Channing Tatum
Blake Shelton
Max Greenfield
Denzel Washington
Robert Downey Junior
Jesse Williams
03. Pakistan (4,761 votes)
Home to the world’s largest mosque, Pakistan also has some of Bollywood’s biggest names. Hot Pakistani models and world class cricketers bowled over 4’761 women.
Some of Pakistan's hotties include:
Shamoon Abbasi
Shaheryar Munawwar
Hamza Ali Abbasi
Mikaal Zulfiqaar
Zayn Malik
Fawad Khan
02. Australia (6,486 votes)
Over 6 thousand women voted the land down under as the birthplace of the world’s hottest men. Whether cooking a shrimp on the bar-b or blowing their own didgeridoos, Australian beach bodies are among the world’s finest. Who wouldn't want to go outback with them?
Some of Australia's hotties include:
Hugh Jackman
Chris Hemsworth
Kayne Lawton
Eamon Sullivan
Liam Hemsworth
Ryan Kwanten
01. Ireland (7,862 votes)
Surprised to see Ireland at number one? Nearly 8 thousand women voted for the likes of Jamie Dornan and Michael Fassbender. It’s official, the world’s sexiest men are Celtic cuties.
Some of Ireland's hotties include:
Jamie Dornan
Michael Fassbender
Colin Farrell
Jack Reynor
Jonathan Rhys Meyers
Pierce Brosnan
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A hippodrome was a place of entertainment where horse races and the like were staged.
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Hippos - horse
Dromos - racecourse
Hippos -
Potamus - river
Opened in 1900
One of Charlie Chaplin’s first performances
1958 turned in Talk of the Town nightclub
Frank Sinatra, Stevie Wonder, The Jackson 5 performed here.
Now it’s a casino
Above board
The common term ‘above board’ has a surprising origin, and it’s nothing to do with the legal context people often associate it with.
The saying, meaning legitimate or honest, actually came about in relation to
poker games, when cheating players would hide cards under the table (or
board).
Players had to keep their hands physically above the board to avoid any
accusations of cheating and to prove that they weren’t trying to stack the
deck.
Also, in for a penny, in for a pound.
Covent Garden
Appias and Virginia.
Son of a gun
Speaking of mud….
HMS Belfast or Golden Hinde
1577 -80 Sir Francis Drake Circumnavigation.
Privateering. Sponsored by Christopher Hatton whose family crest was red deer.
He was encouraged to damage Spanish interests and ended up capturing a Spanish galleon and the biggest haul of treasure to that date.
18th century women were sometimes allowed on voyages and if they gave birth behind the canvas curtain near the midship gun. If father was in question they would enter it into the log as son of a gun. Some say it was when they moved the guns aside to make room for their business.
All along the Bankside they had bear bating and dog fights. The dog on top was regarded as top dog and the one losing was the underdog.
Also, the over dog and the underdog.
The Globe Theatre
Box Office
First thatched roof in London since the great fire
Sam Wanamaker found visited in 1970 and found no evidence of theatre
Green Oak
All pegs, no screws
Original globe built in 1599 by troupe of actors with Shakespeare as share holder.
They couldn’t get licence for shore ditch theatre and broke it down and smuggled timbers across river where laws weren’t so strict.
Henry V was premiered here in Julius Caesar
Burned down after canon in Henry Viii rebuilt and then taken down by puritans
Capacity of 3000
Transported from Burbage’s SHoreditch in 1598
Burnt in 1613
1640s pulled down by puritans
Money would be collected in the pit by a man with a bag on a stick.
The wealthier patron who bought boxes would have their tickets held near the entrance in a separate booth.
I heard that it was an office where they counted the amount of money.
The Hat and Tun
Mind your P’s and Qs.
In England we serve beer in pints.
1 Quart = 2 pints
Yard of ale is about 2 and a half pints
Parliament
Toe the line
Doesn’t mean tow as in, towing a car.
Toe means putting your toe to a line.
One such example is in the house of commons where there is a red line on either side of the house two swords length apart.
Debates could get pretty heated so members were instructed to keep their toes behind the line.
This led to people talking about towing the party line.
Although older pictures of the house don’t have these lines they probably had an imaginary one. The building was rebuilt in 1950 after bomb damage.
Canadian Rockies Travel Guide | Canada's Most Beautiful Place To Visit
Join us for this Canadian Rockies travel guide as we explore one of Canada's most beautiful places to visit. The big reason we took a road trip from Ontario to Alberta and British Columbia was to see the Rocky Mountains. For Audrey's parents, especially her Dad, it has been a dream to see this beautiful part of Canada for decades. With a chance to finally do it we were all thrilled to visit the Canadian Rockies together as a family with Togo the German Shepherd. The following is everywhere we visited in and around the Canadian Rockies including most of our time spent in Banff National Park and Kootenay National Park in the Canadian provinces of Alberta and British Columbia:
1) Getting our park passes at Banff National Park for the whole family
2) Exploring the town of Banff including hiking the Bow River Trail and the Banff Springs Hotel
3) Visiting the nearby town of Canmore to walk along Policeman’s Creek Boardwalk Trail
4) Visiting Cascade Ponds where Audrey's sister got married
5) Exploring Lake Minnewanka where you can hike, kayak or canoe
6) Driving through Kootenay Provincial Park
7) Hiking to visit the Paint Pots to visit the pools
8) Visiting the incredibly beautiful Lake Moraine
9) Visiting world famous Lake Louise
10) Hiking the Old Coach Trail in between Radium Hot Springs and Dry Gulch
11) Relaxing at Windermere Lake
12) Checking out the famous Continental Divide
13) Visiting Kananaskis Country to visit Upper Kananaskis Lake and Lower Kananaskis Lake
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Welcome to the Canadian Rockies! In the last video we showed you the 4-and-a-half day car journey from Ontario, but now it’s time to jump into the sightseeing.
We had 1 full week in the Rockies, splitting our time between both Alberta and British Columbia, and all of our days were spent hiking in woods, visiting the lakes, and just enjoying being surrounded by nature.
This was a family road trip with our trusty family dog Togo in tow, so we’re going to be sharing with you our adventure in what may well be the most beautiful part of Canada!
The Bow River trail is just a few steps from downtown Banff and it follows the riverside.
From there, we walked over to the Banff Springs Hotel. This historic hotel opened up in 1888 it’s one of Canada's grand railway hotels built by the Canadian Pacific Railway. We continued over to Canmore.
From there, we drove over to Lake Minnewanka, which has more of a bluer hue in comparison to the other turquoise and emerald lakes in the Rockies. Lake Minnewanka is a glacial lake 21 kilometres in length, making it the 2nd longest lake in the Rockies. It’s a hub for water activity like boat cruises, kayaking, canoeing, and well, it’s beautiful.
Later that day we drove to Moraine Lake, which is another glacially fed lake. It has a brilliant blue-green colour due to light refracting off the rock sediments, and like most destinations in the Rockies, this one was another stunner.
The views from the shore of Lake Louise were nothing short of stunning, we had Victoria Glacier perfectly framed by mountains on either side, and then the brilliant glacial waters with dotted with red canoes.
Our final destination in the Rockies was Kananaskis Country where we visited Lower Kananaskis Lake and Upper Kananaskis Lake.
The real highlight was finally spotting some wildlife just as we were leaving for the day.
And that’s a wrap for our Rockies Road Trip! We still have lots left to see of our home country, but we can honestly say this is one of the most beautiful destinations in all of Canada.
We hope you guys got a few ideas of places to visit on your trip.
Wishing you happy travels and see you next time!
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How to survive in a free falling elevator - Lonely Planet
The gravity of the situation is clear – and yes, it’s going to hurt. But what are a few broken bones when the alternative is plummeting to your doom?
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