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A Merry-Go-Round and a Miniature Train Ride at Griffith Park

By Greg Aragon
in :  Travel USA

Built in 1926 by the Spillman Engineering Company and brought to Griffith Park in 1937, the merry-go-round boasts 68 horses. Each horse is finely carved with jewel-encrusted bridles, detailed draped blankets and decorated with sunflowers and lion heads.

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Crowd-Free Vacations, “The Brando” in Tahiti

By Ed Boitano
in :  Travel News
Sony Cyber-Shot RX100 VI camera

It’s a dilemma for many travelers: You want a better photo than you can take with your smartphone, but you don’t want to lug around a big camera... There are plenty of exciting destinations in Europe that may not be new, but they are emerging as exciting destinations worthy of a visit. Plus, the crowds haven’t gotten to them yet.

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Nude Resort Etiquette, Walking Mistakes, Branding

By Ed Boitano
in :  Eclectic Stuff
nude resort etiquette rules

Aside from a few key considerations, nude resort etiquette is general resort etiquette. There’s also the fact that most everyone is naked... There’s more to an effective walking workout than simply putting one foot in front of the other... Ever wonder what happens behind the scenes of a great brand?

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Overtourism, Worst Plane Seats

By Ed Boitano
in :  Travel News
a crowd at Venice

Overtourism is becoming such a problem for popular destinations that both the United Nations and the European Union have recently issued guidelines to reduce tourist overcrowding... Seat selection can make a huge difference in how comfortable you are in flight, especially on long international trips. I interviewed an expert to help identify the worst airplane seats and explain how you can land yourself a better spot on your next flight.

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Anniversaries, Passport Photos

By Ed Boitano
in :  Travel News
Bruderkuss (Fraternal Kiss) Graffiti at the Berlin Wall

Leave it to London to have one of the most festive atmospheres for Christmas. The British city goes all out with large light displays, towering Christmas trees, pudding races, ballet performances, and cheerful holiday markets selling local handicrafts and treats (including many mulled wines). Make sure to plan your trip in advance to make the most of Christmas with the Queen.

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The Lynton & Lynmouth Funicular Cliff Railway

By Ed Boitano
in :  Three Things About...
beginning of a ride on the Lynton & Lynmouth Funicular Cliff Railway

The famous Lynton & Lynmouth funicular Cliff Railway is the most exciting way to travel between these two historic towns and will be the highlight of any visit. Passengers enjoy stunning views of the North Devon Coastline as they ride the steepest totally water powered railway in the world!

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This Month — 2 Classic Trains in England. One’s Powered by Water. Really.

By John Clayton
in :  World Travel
railway car of the Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway

It’s surprising that something so automatically associated with Switzerland, should be one of England’s top tourist attractions. As a kid growing up in Great Britain, and even then seeking out offbeat things to see and do in travel, I loved the Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway. Situated in a setting of steep, ruggedly rolling green hillsides alive with unequalled beauty, …

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