Christchurch, New Zealand part 2

All aboard! Let’s see where this trolley takes us. Cathedral Junction…this is where the tram will turn around and head back. Aside: Pre-earthquake, the tram did a circular loop through the downtown but not all the track has been repaired (as of April, 2014). So the trip is shorter than before but still worth taking. […]

Christchurch, New Zealand

As we approach Christchurch I must admit to having some doubts. Is this going to be depressing? After all it has only been three years since the devastating earthquake of 2011. Will there be anything left for a tourist in the City of Gardens? Our hotel is just at the edge of North Hagley Park with […]

Travel Quiz 14 answer

Quick recap….where in the world was this photo taken? First, did you figure out who it is? The man honoured by this statue is Captain James Cook, British explorer. This is the engraving on the plaque… (Hint: click on the photo to enlarge it.) So now you also know this statue is in New Zealand. […]

Travel Quiz 14 Where in the World

Ready? Let’s challenge your sense of history on this one. Where in the world was this photo taken? I know, I know. That is a popular style of statue in many parts of the world.  So…what can I do to help? I know, a hint…click on the photo to enlarge it. Yes, I know. The […]

Paris and Notre Dame cathedral

Bon Jour. Welcome to  Notre Dame Cathedral. Look over here…to your right. I am the statue sitting on the south side of the courtyard in front of Notre Dame cathedral in Paris, France. It’s okay…most people do not notice me at first. I really do understand as the view of the cathedral is quite spectacular. […]

Paris and the Eiffel Tower

There is a mystical power to the Eiffel Tower, isn’t there. Ask anyone about Paris and I am willing to bet that the first image that comes to their mind is the Eiffel Tower. Come. Let us have a look at this symbol of Paris … La Tour Eiffel. I know, I know, that is […]

Answer for Travel Quiz 12

Here is a different photo taken at the same location. Does this change your guess? Click here to go back to original quiz is you wish to check the clues again. Okay, let’s see if you are correct. Where in the world was this photo taken? The photo was taken in New Zealand in the […]

Travel Quiz 12 Where in the World

Ready armchair travelers? This one may be a bit more challenging. Where in the world did I take this photo? (Hint: Click on the photo to enlarge it.) Think you recognize it? Click here if you know already. Otherwise, a few clues may be helpful. Clue 1: Where might this hallway be leading? Clue 2: […]

Travel Quiz 11 answer

Ready to check your guess? If you are the least bit familiar with the Mayan culture you probably are right. To recap, here is the photo we are talking about. It was taken at a resort in the hotel zone of Puerto Vallarta, Mexico. The dance is a moving traditional Mayan dance about a deer. […]

Travel Quiz 11 Where in the World?

Welcome back fellow travelers (armchair travelers or real time travelers…no difference). Can you identify where in the world this photo was taken? Very distinctive, isn’t it. Hint: Click on the photo to enlarge it. You really will be able to see details clearer. Usually I give some clues, but in this case the scene is […]

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