JARED OWEN gives us an animated tour of the most interesting passenger ship that has ever existed, THE RMS TITANIC. RMS Titanic was a British ocean liner that sank in the early hours of 15 April 1912 as a result of striking an iceberg on her maiden voyage from Southampton, England, to New York City, […]
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In the video below, you will find an animated tour of the number one landmark in all of Australia, the world-famous Sydney Opera House. The Story Behind the Sydney Opera House The Sydney Opera House is one of the world’s most iconic buildings, but its journey from concept to completion was anything but simple. In […]
The other night, we decided to try a dish from the Philippines, Ginataang Gulay (translated into English as “Filipino Vegetable Stew” ). The dish has a base of uniquely Filipino seasoned coconut milk and tender vegetables that are poached in that liquid. Delicious! (Question: Why are the Philippine people and the food and products they […]
SPANISH TOMATO BREAD “Pan con tomate “ This Spanish tomato bread tapas is simply toasted bread rubbed with fresh garlic and ripe tomato, then drizzled with olive oil and a bit of salt. It can be eaten by itself but is often topped with cheese, ham, or sausage. “Pan con tomate “(literally “bread with tomato”) […]
Atomic Habits — We can all improve our habits, some hold us back, and some can be good and transformative, making our life better and more successful. Hopefully, this review will make you want to read the entire book by James Clear so you can develop Atomic Habits of your own! IF YOU FIND THIS […]
The Yellow House – Vincent rented the upstairs bedrooms of this corner house with green shutters. VINCENT VAN GOGH had a magnetic attraction to the landscapes, people, and buildings in Arles and nearby St. Rémy, France. The pastoral beauty of the landscapes in the south of France, along its famous quality of light and […]
(Washinton Crossing the Deleware.) CLICK ON ARROW TO PLAY THIS VIDEO STORY ABOUT THE MET MUSEUM. A TOUR OF THE MET (Metropolitan Museum of Art) IN NYC) The MET is an encyclopedic museum with the most depth in many departments than any other similar museum in the U/SA. A tour of art from around the […]
Old School Drive-Ins where you got out of the car and walked up to a window to order, can still be found in off the beaten path in America. On a recent road trip through middle America we were on the hunt for mom & pop – hole-in-the-wall eateries. This is where everything is real […]
DENVER Situated in the South Platte River Valley, this modern city draws openness from the Great Plains to the east and features spectacular Rocky Mountain views to the west. Residents of this mile-high landscape are noted for their sunny dispositions and can-do attitudes. (Downtown Denver, at the capital steps, is exactly 5,280 feet above sea […]
The Jumbo Lump Crab Stuffed Avocado with dressed greens. ______________ The Little Rhein Steak House is the perfect place for dinner if you are looking for a fine dining experience. Little Rhein is a German steakhouse, located next to San Antonio’s famous Hilton Palacio de Rio. Their Bavarian patio resembles a beer garden, where you […]