Travel Quiz 15 answer

To recap, here is the photo we are working with. Where in the World was this picture taken? You are right it is from the movie Top Gun. Several of the scenes from Top Gun were filmed here at this house. But where is this movie location?  Answer: Oceanside, California To see more of Oceanside, […]

Travel Quiz 15 Where in the World

Okay travelers…here is the next travel quiz in the series Where in the World. So, where in the world was this photo taken?   A few clues may help you confirm your guess. Clue 1: You can click on the photo to enlarge it. Clue 2: The paintings on the wall are significant. Clue 3: […]

Gondola in Christchurch New Zealand

We viewed Queenstown and Rotorua from a gondola…so why not Christchurch. Hop on a city bus (number 28) near the Re-Start Mall and travel to the end of the line. Along the way catch a glimpse everyday life in communities that most tourists miss. Here we are! Let’s take a gondola ride up the Port […]

Punting on the Avon River

Have you ever gone punting down a river? Do you know what punting is? (Maybe this photo will help you answer that last question.) So…let’s go punting on the Avon River in Christchurch, New Zealand. That is Hagley Park on both sides of the river. (oh, you can click on any photo to enlarge it.) […]

Christchurch, New Zealand part 3

Did you notice this building when the tram went past it? This is the Christchurch Art Gallery (Te Puna O Waiwhetu) We can’t go in as it has not re-opened since the earthquake (but it is scheduled to open later in 2014).  The interesting earthquake related fact about the art gallery is that none of those […]

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. […]

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 […]

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: […]

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