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My Scotland Bucket List
By Julie | August 9, 2018 | Comments 0 Comment
Scotland Top Ten
Last week, someone on Quora asked me what places I would visit in Scotland if there were no restrictions on how long I could be there or how much money I could spend. I came up with a list so fast, I started thinking maybe Scotland needs to be at the top of my "Places I Need to Go" list. And what's not to love about a country whose national animal is the unicorn? Here's my Scotland Top Ten list:
1. Dunvegan Castle on the Isle of Skye
Okay, if I had to pick just one area instead of ten, the Isle of Skye would probably be it. There's just something about a sparsely populated island that I find intriguing. Maybe it's the unspoiled landscapes, maybe it's the chance to have a large area to yourself for a while, maybe it's the feeling that your place in the universe isn't so tiny and inconsequential after all. Whatever it is, I can't get enough of islands like that, and Skye is especially beautiful.
Image via Flickr by Bea y Fredi
Dunvegan Castle covers ten different building periods from 1200 to the 1850s. It consists of a series of five separate buildings, each with its own unique character and story to tell. The remote setting of the castle, coupled with its backdrop of sky, mountains and sea, make it a must-see.
Visitors may see one of the castle's most cherished heirlooms of clan MacLeod – the Fairy Flag. The exact origins have been lost in time, but most say that the flag was given to an ancient clan chieftain by the fairies. Stories of how the flag has brought luck to the family are legendary, dating from before the 15th century up through World War II. It has been credited with the ability to:
multiply a clan's military forces
save the lives of certain clanfolk
cure a plague on cattle
increase the chances of fertility
bring herring into the loch at Dunvegan.
The fabric of the flag is silk; specifically silk from the Far East. Some theories hold that the flag was brought home by a clansman who had fought in the Crusades. Today, the flag is in very fragile condition but can be seen in the drawing room of Dunvegan Castle.
2. Fairy Pools on the Isle of Skye
Image via Flickr by evocateur.
Who hasn't seen these amazing images of fairy pools on Pinterest or Instagram? Well, the good news is that they are FOR REAL and fairly accessible. To get there, you will need to hike through the Glen Brittle forest. The water flows between pools with waterfalls of various shapes and sizes. Idyllic! On a sunny day, the turquoise waters of the natural pools are so clear, it's easy to see the stones at the bottom. After a good rain, the water rushes along at a brisk pace. Visitors could attempt to swim in the fairy pools, but most accounts say that the water is quite cold.
3. Culloden, in the Highlands
I have Diana Gabaldon to thank for my semi-obsessive fascination with the Scottish Highlands. It's difficult to resist the temptation to travel there once you've read her Outlander series of books or seen the associated television show. The landscape has contrasting qualities that make it mysteriously enticing… at once beautiful and brutal, welcoming and harsh, refined and barbaric.
Image via Flickr by nicksarebi
On 16 April 1746, the final Jacobite Rising came to a head in one of the bloodiest battles in British history… the battle of Culloden. Jacobite supporters, seeking to restore the Stuart monarchy to the British thrones, gathered to fight the Duke of Cumberland's troops. In less than an hour, around 1,500 men were slain – more than 1,000 of them Jacobites.
The Culloden Visitor Centre beside the battlefield featuers artifacts from both sides of the battle and interactive displays that reveal the background to the conflict. It's worth noting that this site commemorates a tragic event in Scottish history – one that changed Scotland forever. Visitors should keep that in mind by maintaining a solemn and respectful manner when at the site.
4. The Enchanted Forest event near Pitlochry, Perthshire
Image via Flickr by J McSporran
Described as a premier sound and light event, the Enchanted Forest has won many awards in the UK. Last year, the show was sold out with 73,000 attendees. This year they are selling 80,000 tickets and will likely sell out again.
Each year the festival has a theme, and partners with local charities to benefit from the income it generates. It runs for about a month in the fall, and takes place in the evening. Visitors walk through Faskally Wood, which is transformed into a magical place by music, colorful lighting, and interactive special effects. You can expect to spend 60-90 minutes enjoying the show, but are welcome to stay longer if you would like.
5. Dunottar Castle Ruins, Aberdeenshire
Photo by John Roberts on Unsplash
The castle is in ruins, but it's so dramatic and romantic I still feel a need to see it in person. The oldest part of Dunnottar Castle still standing is the late 14th century keep. However, a chapel and other fortifications stood on the site at least 100 years earlier than that. We know this because in 1296 Scottish hero William Wallace killed an entire English garrison inside the castle with only a handful of men.
One of Dunnottar's other significant places in history is that it was the hiding place for Scotland's Crown Jewels after Charles II's coronation in 1651. Within a year, Dunnottar was under siege by English troops. Six women smuggled the jewels out of the castle to safety, pledging to throw the jewels into the sea rather than see the English get their hands on them. Today, the Honours of Scotland are the oldest surviving set of crown jewels in the British Isles.
History aside, though… look at that view! I can't wait to stand there and take it all in.
6. The Royal Scotsman train
Photo courtesy of Belmond.
Travel is a wonderful experience to be sure, but the actual mechanics of getting from A to B often leave a lot to be desired. Cramped seats on a budget airline, rental cars that are unfamiliar, crowded subways. Blech. I have a not-so-secret desire to travel in first class style so I can actually enjoy the journey as well as the destination. There's no better way to do this than by riding the Royal Scotsman train, operated by Belmond.
The rail cars, which run April-October, are outfitted in mahogany and Edwardian elegance. Each journey carries no more than 36 guests and 12 staff. With those numbers, you can be certain that you will be treated like royalty. The observation car even has a veranda that you can step out on to watch the scenery pass by. This palace on wheels even has a spa car! During the day you will enjoy excursions throughout the Scottish Highlands, and in the evening you will relax to a fine gourmet dinner. Meals and beverages are included in your fare, but it carries a hefty price: roughly $5750 for a three day journey or a whopping $13,000 for a seven day journey – and that's per person.
Oh well, I can still dream, can't I?
7. Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo
If you fly to Scotland, the chances are good that you will fly into Edinburgh, the capital city. Just a word of warning. The latter half of this city's name is pronounced nothing like the US city of Pittsburgh. It is somewhere between Edin-burrow or Edin-brah. I usually use the former pronunciation. As long as you don't say Edin-burg, I think you'll be fine.
So, what is there to see in this Scottish city? Plenty! But the thing that appeals to me most is the Royal Military Tattoo.
Image via Flickr by DVIDSHUB
Now, this tattoo has nothing at all to do with needles and ink. The term "tattoo" derives from a 17th-century Dutch phrase doe den tap toe ("turn off the tap") a signal to tavern owners each night, played by a regiment's Corps of Drums, to turn off the taps of their ale kegs so that the soldiers would retire to their lodgings at a reasonable hour. With the establishment of modern barracks and full military bands later in the 18th century, the term "tattoo" was used to describe the last duty call of the day, as well as a ceremonial form of evening entertainment performed by military musicians.
Each performance begins with a fanfare, which is usually a piece of music composed specifically for that year's show. The Massed Pipes and Drums then perform, marching through the gatehouse of the castle and performing a traditional pipe band set. Then, the show's featured acts perform individually. These acts could be either civilian or military. Whatever they are, you can bet that you will be entertained! The show concludes with a fireworks spectacular at each performance.
8. Up Helly Aa Festival in Lerwick, Shetland
Image via Flickr by Vicky Brock
You're watching a horde of fur-clad Vikings marching through the streets carrying torches. You might think you've suddenly traveled through time, but a more likely explanation is that you're in Lerwick, Shetland on the last Tuesday in January.
Groups dress in costumes and carry torches through the town. At the end, they throw their torches into a replica Viking longship, resulting in a massive bonfire. Then the groups visit local halls to attend private parties. At the hall, each group performs an act, which may be a send-up of a popular TV show or film, a skit on local events, or singing or dancing.
9. The Glasgow Necropolis
Image via Flickr by p_a_h
As I've written about elsewhere on this blog, I love old cemeteries. This one in Glasgow, the name of which means City of the Dead, is situated on a hilltop. Over 50,000 people are buried there, but only 3500 or so of the burial sites are marked. A monument to John Knox, leader of the Scottish Reformation, stands near the summit of the hill, surrounded by some of the larger memorials. If it seems odd to put a monument in a cemetery, I would agree; however, the monument predates the cemetery, not vice versa.
Among the graves you will find in the Necropolis is the grave of William Miller, also known as Laureate of the Nursery. He is the author of the "Wee Willie Winkie" nursery rhyme.
10. The Garden of Cosmic Speculation in Dumfries
Image via Flickr by yellow book
Sadly, this site is only open one day a year, so I would have to plan my travels carefully. The Garden of Cosmic Speculation is a 30 acre sculpture garden that is inspired by science and mathematics. The owner, Charles Jencks, says that "the garden uses nature to celebrate nature, both intellectually and through the senses, including the sense of humor. A water cascade of steps recounts the story of the universe, a terrace shows the distortion of space and time caused by a black hole, a 'Quark Walk' takes the visitor on a journey to the smallest building blocks of matter, and a series of landforms and lakes recall fractal geometry."
It's such a unique place, I would love to be able to see it someday!
Have you visited any of these places? Would you add any to my list? Let me know in the comments section below!
Top Ten Places to See in Uruguay
Why Uruguay?
I've had an interest in Uruguay since my college days, when I represented Uruguay in a model OAS. In doing my research on the small South American country, I discovered it was an often overlooked but quite extraordinary country. Its neighbors, Argentina and Brazil, get all the attention (and tourism), but Uruguay has quite a lot to offer its visitors. Here's my Uruguay Top Ten list:
1. Montevideo
No visit to Uruguay would be complete without spending some time in its vibrant capital city. Take a stroll along La Rambla, the ten mile promenade that separates the city proper from the sea. While you're doing that, cross over La Rambla and spend some time enjoying one of the city's beautiful beaches.
Photo of La Rambla & beach in Montevideo via Flickr by Andre S Ribeiro
If history and architecture interest you, go to Plaza Independencia and from there explore the older part of the city. Be sure to look for the old city walls and gate! And for more on Montevideo history – as well as outstanding views over the city – be sure to visit Fortaleza del Cerro a military fortress-turned-museum located at the highest point of the city.
2. Hot Springs Near Salto
The Guaraní Aquifer, one of the largest groundwater reservoirs in the world, is located in northwestern Uruguay near the city of Salto. In Uruguay, this water system has temperatures ranging between 100º and 115°.
As a result of their high mineral content, the hot springs are ideal for relaxing baths and also digestive remedies. The area has capitalized upon this by improving infrastructure and supporting the development of many hot spring resorts.
Photo of Termas del Arapey via Flickr by todo tiempo pasado fue mejor
After enjoying the water, stroll through Salto, which is the second most populated city in Uruguay. The downtown area is full of historic monuments, shops, interesting architecture, and cafes. Other attractions in Salto include a zoo, a water park, and a riverside walking path.
3. La Mano en la Arena
This literally translates to A Hand in the Sand. And that's exactly what it is. Located on the popular Punta del Este beach (see below), it is a sculpture of five fingers emerging from the sand.
Photo of La Mano By Coolcaesar – Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, Link
Chilean artist Mario Irarrázabal made the sculpture in the summer of 1982. He sought to make a sculpture of a hand "drowning" as a warning to swimmers. In fact, the sculpture is also known as Monumento al Ahogado (Monument to the Drowning Man). The artist made three replicas of the sculpture – one is in the Atacama Desert in Chile, one is in Madrid, and the third is in Venice.
4. Casapueblo
Casapueblo is a sprawling, vivid white estate near Punta del Este. Originally, Casapueblo served as a a summer house and workshop of the Uruguayan artist Carlos Páez Vilaró. Today, the building houses a museum, an art gallery, a cafeteria and a hotel.
Photo of Casapueblo via Flickr by pviojo
Built of whitewashed cement and stucco, the building may remind you of the architecture seen in Santorini, Greece. The artist said that he drew inspiration from the nest of the Hornero, a South American bird known for building mud nests with chambers inside them. It has thirteen floors with terraces facing the waters of the Atlantic ocean. The construction has a staggered shape that allows better more/views of the ocean.
5. Museo del Gaucho y la Moneda
Two museums sharing a three story rococo mansion in Montevideo – what more could you ask for? The Museo del Gaucho contains exhibits about South America's version of what we call a cowboy – el gaucho.
Photo of two gauchos via Flickr by Vince Alongi
Here you'll find items from the gauchos' everyday life, from traditional garb to the detailed silver work on the cups used for drinking mate. The second museum (la Moneda) deals with coin, and contains many examples of ancient South American and European coins.
6. Mercado del Puerto
I love shopping in Latin American markets, where the selection is vast, the colors are vibrant, and the prices are negotiable.
Photo of Mercado del Puerto via Flickr by El Coleccionista de Instantes
At Montevideo's Mercado del Puerto, which celebrates its 150th anniversary this year, you will find everything you can imagine – souvenirs, antiques, leather goods, hand crafted items, and of course, delicious meats. Be sure to eat at one of the steak houses there. You will not be disappointed!
7. Colonia del Sacramento
Colonia del Sacramento is a small city in southwestern Uruguay. Founded in 1680, the town's historic quarter was named a UNESCO World Heritage Site in 1995. As you might expect in a city this old, visitors are able to walk through cobblestone streets to the Plaza Mayor.
Photo of the city gate and wooden drawbridge at Colonia del Sacramento by User:HalloweenHJB, CC BY-SA 3.0, Link
Many points of interest can be explored from there, including the city gate and wooden drawbridge, lighthouse and convent ruins, two museums, and the Basilica of the Holy Sacrament, built in 1808.
8. Punta del Este
Punta del Este is a tremendously popular tourist destination, with over 1 million visitors annually. It has been given several comparative nicknames, including "the Monaco of the South", "The Pearl of the Atlantic", "the Hamptons of South America", and "the St. Tropez of South America." In addition to the Punta del Este sites on this list (La Mano and Casapueblo), there are a few other attractions worth checking out when you visit.
Photo of pirate exhibit at the Museo del Mar in Punta del Este by Fedaro – Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, Link
One particular attraction that I would recommend is the Museo del Mar (Museum of the Sea), which contains over 5,000 specimens of marine animals, including whale skeletons, sea urchins, starfish and turtle shells. In addition, there are exhibits about beach attire and habits of the early 20th century, navigational tools, and famous pirates.
9. Punta del Diablo
Don't let the name fool you, Punta del Diablo is a heavenly place to visit! This little village is very popular and growing more so every year. It has a temperate climate (70°-80° in the summer; 50°-60° in the winter), great views of the ocean, and stunning beaches.
Photo of the beach at Punto del Diablo via Flickr by Vince Alongi.
In addition to the beaches, where locals and visitors are often seen in the summer gathered around fires playing guitars and singing songs, Punto del Diablo has other points of interest. Parque Nacional Santa Teresa (Saint Teresa National Park) offers 60 km of hiking trails and the potential for a whale sightings along the shore during summer. Another popular attraction is the Centro de Tortugas Marinas (Center for Sea Turtles). It is located near a popular foraging site for sea turtles, the waters off the beaches of Barra del Chuy to Punta del Diablo.
10. Wine Tasting in the Canelones Region
Uruguay's wine industry began in the 1870s when Tannat was introduced by Basque immigrants. Since then, Tannat has become Uruguay's signature varietal, producing rich, full-bodied red wines with dark fruit and spice aromas and flavors.
The wine is food friendly and traditionally paired with beef and lamb as well as pastas and strong cheeses. Named for its high tannin content, Tannat has been found to be the healthiest of red wines due to its high antioxidant and resveratrol levels which can aid in lowering blood pressure and cholesterol. (See? Wine is good for you!)
There are at least a dozen wineries in this region, all fairly close to each other, so it would be easy to visit several and learn more about the wines produced in this part of South America.
And Just for Fun:
Ten Things You Might Not Know About Uruguay
Uruguay is a socially progressive country. It was the first nation in Latin America to establish a welfare state, the first in the world to provide every child in school with a free laptop and wifi access (2009), and the first in the world to legalize the production, sale and use of marijuana (2013).
Although marijuana is legal in Uruguay, it is illegal for a non-Uruguayan to purchase marijuana there.
In the 2018 Global Peace Index, Uruguay ranked as the 37th safest country in the world – the second highest ranking country in South America. (By comparison, the USA's rank is 121 and the UK's is 57.)
Cows outnumber people in Uruguay by a margin of four to one.
Uruguay is the only county in South America that lies completely outside the tropics.
Uruguay's national anthem clocks in at over five minutes, making it the longest in the world.
Less than half the population of Uruguay is Catholic, making it the least religious country in South America. Many of the Catholic holidays have different names in Uruguay. Christmas is Family Day, Holy Week (Easter) is called Tourism Week, and so on.
Uruguay was home to the "World's Poorest President," José Alberto "Pepe" Mujica Cordano. Mujica served as President from 2010 to 2015, and earned the nickname because of his humble way of life. He donated about 90% of his income as President to charity, refused to live in the Presidential Palace, and drove a 1987 Volkswagen Beetle.
The unofficial national motto of Uruguay dates back to the 19th century and is still repeated today: "Because here nobody is better than anybody else."
The Rio de la Plata, which forms part of Uruguay's border with Argentina, is the widest river in the world, with a width of 140 miles at its mouth.
Gulliver's Gate Review: A Miniature World to Explore in NYC
Size Does Matter –
Regular readers know that I love miniatures – dollhouses have fascinated me ever since I was a little girl. So when I heard about Gulliver's Gate opening in New York City, I knew I had to go. If you're curious about what this world-in-miniature is like, read on for my Gulliver's Gate review.
About Gulliver's Gate
The attraction draws its name from Jonathan Swift's Gulliver's Travels. The classic story features the title character entering fantastical, hidden places. In each of those places, he discovered his expectations challenged and his sense of wonder expanded. Gulliver's Gate seeks to do the same for its visitors.
The exhibit includes miniature scale models of well-known places from all over the world, and a few fictional worlds. These worlds are connected by train tracks and highways featuring all manners of transportation known to mankind – from horses and elephants to hot air balloons, jet planes and space shuttles. Gulliver's Gate is done in HO scale, which is 1:87 (1 foot = 3.5 mm). A six-foot tall person would be .8 inches high in the Gulliver's Gate world.
Upon arriving at Gulliver's Gate, you will receive a lanyard with a silver key. The key, they tell you, unlocks some of the special features of this miniature world. All you have to do is look for the kiosk (key-osk? hahaha), insert your key, and turn it.
First stop: New York City
Not surprisingly, New York City is the first stop on your journey through Gulliver's Gate. It has all the major landmarks: the Empire State Building, Central Park, Staten Island Ferry Building, the Statue of Liberty, Times Square, and more. Here is the 9/11 memorial:
The miniature version of Grand Central Station is sliced open to allow you to see three levels of transit at the same time – cars, commuter trains, and the subway system, as well as the main concourse.
Just like the real life city, in Gulliver's Gate there are so many people – in cars, on the streets, going about their business and seeking fun. And just like the real city, model NYC is pretty big and complex. It took a team of 16 builders almost a full year to complete!
A Slight Detour Before Crossing the Atlantic
Other areas of the United States represented in Gulliver's Gate don't get as much attention as NYC . There is a large display portraying New England in the fall, but I found it to be disappointing, and I wasn't sure why that area of the US got special attention when no other area did. The bright autumn foliage was too sparse, and the display is inexplicably full of different businesses, including a prominently displayed, overly large Citgo sign. I wondered if there was some corporate sponsorship of Gulliver's Gate.
The section also included a stunning depiction of Niagara Falls. Visitors could have their face projected into the falls by standing in a designated spot off to the side, but I liked it just as it was. The famed Maid of the Mist boat moved around at the base of the falls.
Then on to Europe
I thoroughly enjoyed the Europe section of Gulliver's Gate, and lingered there longer than any other area. There was just so much to take in! Countries blended seamlessly together, and iconic landmarks loomed over the tiny European people.
Naturally, I gravitated toward the Britain side of the exhibit first. There was a great Scottish castle, Westminster and the Elizabeth Tower, which houses Big Ben. Buckingham Palace, Stonehenge, and Tower Bridge, featured prominently against a backdrop of the London skyline.
I tried out the key in the Scotland exhibit and the Loch Ness Monster popped up, looked around, then disappeared beneath the waters again. But not before I got her picture!
I was absolutely mesmerized by the London display, particularly the long road that led up to Buckingham Palace, flanked my light posts with Union Jack flags hanging from them.
Another interactive opportunity arose at the outdoor concert arena. By turning my key in a particular direction, I could choose who performed on stage. On my first try, I accidentally choose the Beatles.
Then I got the one I really wanted: Adele.
Depending on who you choose, the stage will rotate around to show miniature figures of them. The music plays in full audio (not miniaturized squeaky chipmunk tones as you might expect), accompanied by video clips of their performances on the small screen above the stage.
It wasn't until I began looking through my photos to decide if I needed any more that I noticed something decidedly out of place at the miniature Stonehenge. Can you see it?
Wait a minute, I thought. Is that what I think it is? No way! I backtracked to the miniature Stonehenge and confirmed that my eyes had not been playing tricks on me.
The TARDIS from Doctor Who was right there in the middle of Stonehenge – how funny! Well, needless to say, I had to look for more little surprises like this. I headed off to go through the exhibit a second time.
When I did, I found a few more interesting items in the British Isles section. For instance, Peter Pan stands atop the palace at Westminster. Elsewhere, you will find the Beatles crossing Abbey Road. And back in New York, there is a tightrope walker balancing between the chandeliers in Grand Central Station (it's in the photo above – see if you can spot her!).
Italy, like the British Isles, had all of the major landmarks represented. St Mark's Square in Venice, the Colosseum of Rome, the Leaning Tower of Pisa, even the Cinque Terre for avid travelers.
I took a few pictures, but it wasn't until my second pass through that I noticed the humorous touch they had added.
The van is marked Servizio Torri and all of those people are attempting to straighten out the famously leaning tower. This picture was taken at an angle from the side, not from the front where most people would stand and look. In fact, from the front you may only notice the string, but I didn't.
If you're looking hard enough, you might spot the Ghostbusters' car in Italy, too. They must have left it there and flown home, because you can find them on one of the streets in New York, chasing after some ghosts.
The Arc de Triomphe was replicated in miniature. You can't see it in this photo, but the Moulin Rouge is located behind the Arc.
Off to the left of the Arc is something I didn't notice until my second pass through. It isn't funny, but it is one of the excellent details that made touring the exhibit such a joy:
Then there was Spain, and another opportunity to use the key. When I turned it, Don Quixote came out charging at the windmill as he did in Miguel de Cervantes' classic story.
In Portugal, this was not a hidden scene, but it certainly was an eye catching one:
Figures dressed in medieval garb, and a rhinoceros wearing a garland of flowers around its neck. The rhinoceros presented a mystery, as I had no frame of reference for this. As it turns out, this is a significant bit of Portuguese history.
India sent the rhino to Portugal in 1515 as a gift. It survived the 120-day sea voyage to Portugal. Unfortunately, once it arrived, it was kept shackled and on display at king Manuel I's Ribiera Palace. Efforts to make the rhino fight an elephant for entertainment failed (the elephant wasn't interested, and walked away). Lacking any entertainment value, King Manuel grew tired of the rhino and decided to re-gift it to Pope Leo X, whom he was schmoozing. Unfortunately, the rhinoceros died when the boat carrying him to Rome wrecked.
Yet despite its short life and even shorter time in Portugal, this rhinoceros was the inspiration for a fantastical illustration. Famed Renaissance wood cutter Albrecht Dürer never saw the animal in person, but based on descriptions and a sketch someone else had done, he recreated the rhinoceros. Dürer's Rhinoceros depicted the animal with hard plates that covered its body like armor – including a gorget around its throat and a breastplate. The armor even appears to have rivets! Despite the fact that Dürer's rhino was not what an actual rhino looked like, it went on to inspire dozens of paintings and sculptures across Europe.
Photo courtesy of the National Gallery of Art via Wikimedia Commons.
So, there you go. History can pop up and surprise you in the most unusual places!
From there, I wandered along the path and arrived in the Scandinavian section of Europe – a snow covered land of quaint buildings. The Northern Lights make a guest appearance if you stand there long enough.
I used my key here too, and when I did, Santa Claus and his reindeer flew across the sky.
From one frozen landscape to another, Scandinavia seamlessly blended into Russia. I took a lot of photos in the Russian section because there were so many wonderful details. They had a movie theater that was actually showing a movie, a carousel, ice skaters, and so much more. It was a lot to take in! But it was here that I got the best photo illustrating the attention to detail in Gulliver's Gate:
The architectural decoration on the house, the dog in the lane, and the illumination of the back up lights on the car – it was just stunning. Elsewhere, I found a pack of sled dogs, which was also a great scene to stumble upon:
And, of course, you couldn't have Russia without Saint Basil's Cathedral.
That was the end of the European section. Next up:
Full disclosure: I did not spend a lot of time here. I've never been to Asia and I'm not particularly interested in exploring that region. However, there were some impressive mini-masterpieces:
A celebration outside the Forbidden City in China.
The Taj Mahal of India
And, for my fellow travel junkies, here's the Marina Bay Sands hotel in Singapore. I couldn't get close enough to it to look for the infinity pool on the rooftop. I'm sure it was there, though.
The Latin American section was appropriately full of music and color. In the miniature Rio to Janeiro, it was Carnival season.
If you turn the key here, the parade kicks off with music and dancing. Just watch the figures on the street:
Miniature Latin America included Machu Picchu, I could not get a good photo of it. What I could see of it was not very impressive. Other Latin America highlights include a volcano that emits steam and looks like it will erupt at any moment.
In the Middle East, the highlight was seeing the holy city of Jerusalem, including the Dome of the Rock.
Away from the historic center of Jerusalem, I spotted a terrifyingly ugly children's playground. I was surprised to learn that it is, in fact, a real place called the Monster Playground. Alrighty then. Sweet dreams, kiddos!
The exhibit ends with a massive airport.
Rumor has it that Yoda is in there somewhere, but I was running short on time and didn't get to explore much. The airport has 2000 feet of wires running under it and over 2500 miniature figures in the gate building.
In summary, I think that Gulliver's Gate is an excellent attraction for families with kids, model train enthusiasts, and travel nuts like me. It's extremely well done, the attention to detail is fascinating, and visitors will enjoy discovering the little extras that are hidden in plain sight. Be sure to check it out the next time you're in New York!
Weekend in Chicago Itinerary – 48 Hours in the Windy City
What Can You See in Chicago in Two Days?
As it turns out, you can see quite a bit. We went to Chicago for my birthday last fall because it was a place I had always been interested in seeing but had never actually visited. Unfortunately, my birthday always falls the week before a major event at work that I am partially responsible for, so my trip couldn't last much longer than a weekend.
We were able to squeeze quite a lot into just two days of touring. So whether you're looking for a weekend getaway or you want to extend a flight layover by a couple of days, you can see the city too. Here's our itinerary.
Chicago Weekend Itinerary – Day One
First Stop: Art Institute of Chicago
The Art Institute of Chicago, a large and impressive building that contains both art school and museum. It was first built in 1893 as part of the World's Columbian Exposition. Two huge bronze lions flank the main entrance, where banners also hang to announce the latest exhibits. The Institute has expanded several times over the years, most recently with the addition of a modern art wing in 2009. That expansion brought the size of the Art Institute to almost 1 million square feet, making it the second largest art museum in the USA. (The first is the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.)
Normally, art museums aren't high on my list of places to visit, but having read The 68 Rooms with my daughter a few years ago, I really wanted to see the Thorne Miniature Rooms in person.
One of the Thorne Miniature Rooms at the Art Institute of Chicago. This is a shoebox sized rendition of an English cottage kitchen of the Queen Anne period (1702-1714). The blue plates are roughly the size of a dime.
I enjoyed that exhibit, for certain, but there were so many other wonderful things in the museum that I would definitely classify it as a must see in Chicago. They had a great exhibit on glass paperweights, which included this beauty:
Naturally, Hubs and I were drawn to the medieval and renaissance armor.
And there were some famous paintings there as well, like A Sunday Afternoon on the Island of La Grande Jatte by Georges Seurat:
and Andy Warhol's rendition of the Mona Lisa:
Next Stop: River Cruise and/or Lincoln Park Zoo
We spent a big chunk of time at the Art Institute & Gallery. Afterwards, we explored the riverfront area and toyed with the idea of taking a sightseeing or architecture cruise. This would certainly be a good thing to do if you enjoy water tours and/or architecture. My daughter hates going on boats, however, so we did not.
Instead, we went to the north end of the city and explored Lincoln Park Zoo. Like the zoo in my home town, this zoo does not charge admission for visitors. Plus, they have polar bears, which are one of my favorite animals ever.
Unfortunately, we visited in the middle of a record-breaking heat wave with temperatures over 95 degrees. In late September! The animals were every bit as miserable as we were, and the polar bears looked shell-shocked. I felt so bad for them!
That being said, the zoo was in a beautiful park setting and I would definitely like to visit it again in cooler weather.
Dinner: Pizza Pot Pie
Within walking distance of Lincoln Park Zoo, there is a restaurant called the Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Company. History buffs will appreciate that it's located across the street from the site of the 1929 Valentine's Day Massacre. Foodies will love the Pizza Pot Pie, their signature dish. It is full of cheesy goodness.
How good was it? Well, I devoted an entire blog post to it. It was also the first Chicago post I wrote when I returned. I had the pizza pot pie eight months ago and I still have days where I think I'd love to have it again. Yummm.
Tip: Be at the Chicago Pizza and Oven Grinder Company when they open for dinner at 4:00 pm. It's small and fills up quickly. Besides, you'll want to have enough time to walk off some of those calories before dessert…
Next Stop: Millennium Park
I hadn't intended to go to Millennium Park around sunset… it just worked out that way because we got out of dinner early. As it turns out, sunset is a pretty cool time to approach the park, because you can get a photo like this:
Yeah, I know it's a little off-center. I would have had to fight off at least four people with tripods in order to get a better spot.
But that's not the reason we went to Millennium Park, obviously. We went to see "The Bean," which is actually an art installation called Cloud Gate. This is one of those things that if you don't do it, you'll end up regretting it after you've left. It's iconic, and you pretty much have to see it. Besides which, it's really cool.
The mom in me wants to know how it stays so clean and shiny. Clearly, it's not made out of the same stuff as my kitchen sink.
The photo above is the end of the Bean. The sides have an indentation big enough to pass through it. When you do, be sure to look up. You might not be sure what you're looking at, because it's almost psychedelic.
Explore the rest of the park too… it has many other great things to see in addition to the Bean!
Dessert: Smallcakes Smash
If you saved room for dessert, head on over to Smallcakes for a cupcake, ice cream, or the most decadent dessert in town. (You might want to take a couple of people to share it with you.)
Now, Smallcakes is a national chain, not a uniquely Chicago business. However, it's worth a visit because of their signature, over-the-top dessert called the Smallcakes Smash.
Choose a cupcake and one or two flavors of ice cream. There are at least a dozen of each to choose from. Then, sit back and watch as they construct the "Smash" before your very eyes.
A scoop of ice cream goes in the bottom of the cup, followed by the bottom half of the cupcake. A second scoop of ice cream tops that, followed by some whipped cream and syrup in a complementary flavor. Then the whole concoction is topped with the remainder of the cupcake. It is a masterpiece! Behold!
I recommend sharing one with a friend. It's a lot for just one person!
Chicago Weekend Itinerary – Day Two
First Stop: Chicago Tribune Tower
In the morning, we walked over to see the Chicago Tribune Tower which is in the heart of downtown Chicago. Normally, I wouldn't make a special trip to see just a building, but the Tribune Tower is a building like no other. Pieces of famous landmarks and buildings from all over the world are embedded in its walls.
And I don't mean a dozen or so… I mean almost 150. It was great fun to stand there looking for these special stones – we saw pieces of Westminster Abbey, the Taj Mahal, and the Great Wall of China, to name just a few.
Next Stop: Museum of Science & Industry (with Kids)
If you don't have children with you, you might not enjoy the Museum of Science & Industry all that much. We only went because I've had a bit of an obsession with Colleen Moore's Fairy Castle for over 15 years, and it happens to be on display at Science & Industry. Otherwise, I would have found a different activity, such as the Field Museum, or one of those river cruises, or something else.
That being said, the Fairy Castle did not disappoint.
I circled it three times and was constantly finding new details each time I looked inside the rooms. An audio recording plays while you are going around the castle, and it's worth listening to, because it has some very interesting details. The castle is full of authentic items, some of them hundreds of years old. Other items are not as old, but are just as valuable, like the miniature chair that is made of platinum and diamonds.
We looked at a few other exhibits after the fairy castle, including one on bicycle design that Hubs found very interesting, and a mirror maze. But we still had more to see and do, so we didn't stay too long.
Next Stop: Street Art & Lunch in Logan Square
Street art makes for great photo opportunities. I found out that there was a "Greetings from Chicago" style postcard mural and knew we had to get our pictures in front of it, so that was where we headed next.
The mural is located at 2226 N Milwaukee Ave, in the Logan Square neighborhood of Chicago. Nearby, we saw another great series of paintings titled "Never Give Up" on the side of a family dollar store.
It had the stories of five famous people who had, at various points in their lives, encountered setbacks and failures. Despite those challenges, they went on to achieve great success. It was a good reminder to hang in there when the going gets tough.
Logan Square is a racially diverse and artistic neighborhood with lots of beautiful architecture, great restaurants, and street art. Unlike some city neighborhoods I've visited, Logan Square seemed to have a strong sense of community. There are many great restaurants, bars, churches, and local is the key word when describing many aspects of the scene. Ingredients are sourced locally at restaurants; bars serve local craft brews; galleries showcase local artists; and concerts and street fests promote local, upstart bands.
There is no shortage of good restaurants in the Logan Square area, and in a wide variety of ethnic cuisines as well. We had lunch at the Logan Bar & Grill, which had an amazing outdoor seating area. I almost forgot that it was insanely hot while we enjoyed our burgers.
Feeling refreshed and at least a little rested (not to mention re-hydrated!), we got an Uber to take us to…
Next Stop: The Tower Formerly Known as Sears
As you may have read in my blog post about the Willis Tower, I wasn't completely sold on the idea of going to the top to see the views. But eventually I did make the decision to do it, because I figured it was another one of those iconic Chicago things, like The Bean.
I wish I had paid attention to the time when we first went in to see how long we waiting in line before actually making it to the Skydeck. It was at least an hour. It felt like two. Let's split the difference and call it ninety minutes, waiting in line, moving at a snail's pace through the basement of one of the most famous buildings in America.
By the time we got to the Skydeck, the sun was beginning to drop in the sky, and the Golden Hour was upon us.
With the setting sun behind us, the shadows of the skyscrapers were cast across the city and the lake. It was stunning! Suddenly, I didn't resent that two hour 90 minute wait quite as much.
Dinner: Deep Dish Pizza
You can't leave Chicago without eating deep dish pizza at least once, right? Well, there is apparently some debate as to who has the best deep dish in Chicago. I'm not a big fan of deep dish style pizza, so I didn't put a lot of effort into choosing a restaurant for this meal. The first place I saw a recommendation for was the lucky winner: Gino's East.
I don't know if Gino's East has the best pizza, but it's probably got the most fun atmosphere. The entire restaurant has been covered in graffiti from past customers.
Our server was great as he welcomed us and explained the different options. When the food arrived, we dug in and managed to finish the whole thing, thanks to his recommendations on what size we needed.
However, that being said, do be careful when ordering a deep dish pizza. Because it is so thick, eating one slice is equivalent to eating two or three slices of regular pizza. I saw a lot of tourists walking around Chicago carrying pizza boxes because they didn't take this into consideration. It's much better to order the right size and not have to worry about leftovers.
Next Stop: Strolling the Magnificent Mile
After dinner we walked along the area of Michigan Avenue known as The Magnificent Mile. (Can you hear that in any voice but Oprah's? I can't.) There are loads of shops along this stretch of road, most of which I cannot afford. Still, it makes for good window shopping and people watching.
Between there and our hotel, we stopped at Eataly, which I've always been curious about but have never had an opportunity to visit. Then we returned to the hotel to pack our bags for the next morning, when we would wish a fond farewell to the city of Chicago. It was our first visit there, but we all agreed that we didn't want it to be our last.
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Surprise! A Dozen Amazing Things to Do in Baltimore MD
By Julie | May 25, 2018 | Comments 0 Comment
Things to Do in Baltimore MD
For decades, Baltimore has been seen as the ugly stepsister to Washington DC's Cinderella. Many people consider it less attractive, less popular, and less interesting, with less to offer tourists. In the mid-1970s, then Mayor William Donald Schaefer wanted to come up with a catchy name or slogan to help improve the city's image. Advertising executives met to discuss the idea and one of them came up with the following statement:
Baltimore has more history and unspoiled charm tucked away in quiet corners than most American cities out in the spotlight.
From there, the city's nickname – Charm City – was born. The advertising campaign fizzled out not long after it was started, but the name stuck. Today you will still hear people refer to Baltimore as Charm City. While it might seem like a misnomer, there are dozens of great things to do in Baltimore MD. Here are a few of my favorites.
Catch an Orioles Game (April-September)
Fans of the Baltimore Orioles are a die hard bunch. The team hasn't won a World Series since 1983, but hope springs eternal in Charm City. Of course, it doesn't hurt that the stadium (Oriole Park at Camden Yards) is one of the most beautiful in the country.
Built about 25 years ago, Camden Yards was the first "retro" design stadium. Before that, major league stadiums were symmetrical multi-purpose stadiums used for both baseball and football. Now, roughly two thirds of the major league baseball teams have followed suit, and built retro parks. The great thing about watching a baseball game at Camden Yards is that there really aren't any bad seats. You'll have a great view of the action no matter where you are.
Visit Not One, but TWO Free Art Museums
There are two top-notch art museums in Baltimore, and both have free admission. The Baltimore Museum of Art (BMA) is home to an internationally renowned collection of art that ranges from ancient Antioch mosaics to cutting-edge contemporary art. The BMA has over 95,000 works of art, including the largest public holding of works by Henri Matisse.
The Baltimore Museum of Art features the work of many famous artists, like Edgar Degas' Little Dancer, Aged Fourteen. The Walters has a priceless collection of art from many countries and time periods, including this beautiful Faberge egg.
The collection of works at the Walters Art Museum includes masterworks of ancient Egypt, Greek sculpture and Roman sarcophagi, medieval ivories, illuminated manuscripts, Renaissance bronzes, Old Master European and 19th-century paintings, Chinese ceramics and bronzes, Art Deco jewelry (including Tiffany & Lalique), and ancient Near East, Mesopotamian, or ancient Middle East items.
Mt Vernon Neighborhood
While at the Walters, spend some time exploring the neighborhood outside, which is known as Mt Vernon. Designated a National Historic Landmark District and a city Cultural District, it is one of the city's oldest neighborhoods and originally was home to Baltimore's most wealthy and fashionable families.
Architecture enthusiasts in particular will enjoy strolling through the area. It's not uncommon to find houses that date back a century or even two. Mount Vernon boasts examples of many different types of period architecture: Federal, Greek Revival, Italianate, Gothic Revival, Second Empire, Queen Anne, Romanesque, Chateau, Renaissance Revival, Beaux-Arts and Classical Revival.
The Washington Monument – Yes, in Baltimore!
While you're walking around Mt Vernon, check out the original Washington Monument, which is the first U.S. heroic and civic monument dedicated to George Washington. It predates the one in Washington DC by over 30 years.
You can climb the Monument's 227 marble steps for a great view of the city. Open Wed.-Sun. The Monument's gallery with interactive exhibits is free; the climb to the top $6 for adults, $4 for children.
Also in the Mt Vernon area, the George Peabody Library is a must see for bibliophiles. The library's collection dates from the founding of the Peabody Institute in 1857. In that year, George Peabody, a Massachusetts-born philanthropist, dedicated the Peabody Institute to the citizens of Baltimore in appreciation of their "kindness and hospitality."
The library contains five floors of ornamental cast-iron balconies, which rise dramatically to the skylight 61 feet above the floor. It houses 300,000 volumes, mainly from the 19th century, with strengths in religion, British art, architecture, topography and history; American history, biography, and literature; Romance languages and literature; history of science; and geography, exploration, and travel.
It's such a beautiful building that it also serves as a venue for weddings and private events.
Eat in Little Italy
Baltimore's Little Italy is an old quaint Italian neighborhood in Baltimore City that has survived and thrived for several generations. Its original residents emigrated from Italy from the mid-1800s into the early 1900s. By 1920 the neighborhood was 100% Italian. It boasts century-old row homes, family-run restaurants, bocce courts, cultural learning center, Sons of Italy lodge, and much more. Lovingly nicknamed 'The Neighborhood,' Little Italy is a tight-knit Italian community that today includes residents of other ethnic backgrounds as well. Have dinner at a great restaurant like Amicci's, but don't get too full. You'll want to be sure to stop by Vaccaro's Italian Pastry Shop for dessert!
Fort McHenry was the focus of the Battle of Baltimore in the War of 1812. Over a 27 hour period, the British fired 1,500 to 1,800 cannonballs at the fort. What's worse, they did so from just outside the range of the fort's cannons, so they could not be bombarded in return.
On the morning of September 14, 1814, the regular flag at Fort McHenry was replaced with a larger flag, signaling American victory over the British. The sight inspired Francis Scott Key to write the poem "Defence of Fort M'Henry." Later, the poem was set to music and become known as the "Star Spangled Banner," the national anthem of the United States.
Every September, the City of Baltimore celebrates Defenders Day in honor of the Battle of Baltimore. It is the biggest celebration of the year at the Fort, with programs, events, and spectacular fireworks. But Fort McHenry is worth visiting at any time of year for its historical reenactments, exhibits about the War of 1812, and more.
The Inner Harbor
Baltimore's Inner Harbor is a hub of activity. In just a few city blocks, you can unearth dinosaurs at the Maryland Science Center, get a history lesson at the Reginald F. Lewis Museum of Maryland African American History & Culture, pay respects to pop culture at Geppi's Entertainment Museum, or submerge yourself in exotic sea life at the National Aquarium. Other attractions include the American Visionary Art Museum, the Babe Ruth Museum, and the Port Discovery Children's Museum.
Baltimore's Inner Harbor has loads of restaurants, pubs, hotels and shops. The Water Taxi will take you from the harbor to surrounding neighborhoods, and the free Charm City Circulator provides daily bus service through several downtown routes.
Visit the National Aquarium
The National Aquarium was the crowning achievement in Baltimore's urban renewal during the 1980s. Today, some thirty-five or so years later, it still is a favorite attraction for crowds of all ages. The National Aquarium houses several exhibits including the Upland Tropical Rain Forest, a multiple-story Atlantic Coral Reef, an open ocean shark tank, and Australia: Wild Extremes, which won the "Best Exhibit" award from the Association of Zoos and Aquariums in 2008.
The aquarium also has a 4D Immersion Theater and a marine mammal pavilion, which holds seven Atlantic bottlenose dolphins.
The National Aquarium has timed admission, so it's wise to purchase your tickets in advance rather than at the door.
Maryland Science Center
Located not too far from the Aquarium, the Maryland Science Center was another establishment that brought tourism to the Inner Harbor area. It includes three levels of exhibits, a planetarium, an IMAX theater, and an observatory. Definitely worth a visit if you're traveling with school aged children.
The modernized hands-on exhibits include more than two dozen dinosaur skeletons, as well as physical science, space, Earth science, the human body, and blue crabs, which are native to the Chesapeake Bay.
And Speaking of Crabs…
No list of things to do in Baltimore (or most of Maryland, truth be told) would be complete without the mention of steamed blue crabs. Served with generous helpings of Old Bay seasoning, this crustacean is a tasty treat. Pick your own or, if you prefer to keep your hands clean, order a delicious crab cake. If you go to Baltimore and don't eat crabs, that's akin to visiting Chicago and not eating deep dish pizza, or going to Philadelphia and not getting a cheese steak. 'Nuff said.
So, when traveling in the mid-Atlantic region, don't overlook Charm City. It's a great destination!
10 Amazing Items Personalized with Travel Photos
By Julie | March 29, 2018 | Comments 2 comments
So Many Pictures!
Digital photography has made it easier for us to take pictures. Lots and lots of pictures. We even carry a camera with us everywhere we go now, thanks to smart phone technology. But while we are taking more and more pictures, we also tend to be doing less with them. We might upload to Facebook or pull out our phone and show a friend, but for the vast majority of people, that's it. Which got me thinking, why not utilize those photos in a creative way by getting items that are personalized with travel photos from our journeys abroad?
Now, I'm not talking about the standard items that you can get from Walmart or the local drugstore. Things like mugs, enlargements/posters/canvas prints, blankets, photo books, cell phone cases, tote bags, or mousepads. I'm talking about taking it to the next level. Here are ten items personalized with travel photos that would make the ultimate souvenir.
Personalized bookmark from Shutterfly
This personalized bookmark from Shutterfly would be a great way to remember your travels every time you open your book. They cost just $6.99 for one or $16.99 for three, and come in a variety of designs.
Personalized notebook from Shutterfly
This notebook can be made with a custom photo cover for $14.99 from Shutterfly. Talk about a perfect travel journal! There are a variety of styles and sizes, with stock images like the one above, or you can provide your own.
Keepsake box from Mpix
This keepsake box by Mpix comes in a variety of designs, and measures 5 x 7 x 2 inches. This would make a great place to store mementos from your trip, like shells found on a beach, ticket stubs, pressed flowers, or anything else that will remind you of your trip. Cost is $55.
Luggage tag from Shutterfly
The luggage tag is perfect to showcase your travel photos! They make a great conversation starter, too. Plenty of designs to choose from at Shutterfly, just $11.99
State Photo Collage
These state photo collages from Minted start at $29 unframed or $42 framed.
What better way to remind you of a trip than a photo collage in the shape of the place you visited? These prints come in a variety of sizes, ranging from 8×8 to 44×44 inches, framed or unframed. Prices range from $29 (8×8 unframed) to $625 (44×44 framed with archival matting and UV safe plexiglass).
Photo beach towel by Snapfish.
Take your travel memories to the beach with you on this 35×60 soft and absorbent beach towel by Snapfish. There are loads of customization options, and the cost is $39.99.
Shower curtain from Shutterfly, $79.99
Want to decorate your bathroom in a travel around the world theme? This shower curtain from Shutterfly ($79.99) can be personalized with travel photos from your collection. Choose from a number of different designs.
Ceramic Tiles from Image Snap come in assorted sizes.
The great thing about ceramic tiles is that they are very versatile. You can use them as coasters, trivets, incorporate them into a backsplash or countertop, or hang them on a wall. They are terrific accent pieces, and now you can have them personalized with travel photos. Image Snap provides the tiles in a variety of sizes – 2″ square up to 12″ square, 3″x6″ subway tiles, and other assorted sizes. Prices start at $5.
Tea towel from Shutterfly, $17.99
Want a little travel inspiration in the kitchen? Get a tea towel personalized with travel photos at Shutterfly for $17.99. As with most items, there are several designs to choose from, so you can feature one photo or many.
Photo-a-Day Calendar
You can feature up to 365 travel photos on a custom calendar from Social Print Studio.
I've saved the best for last. Of all the items personalized with travel photos, this one is definitely my favorite! The tear off calendar by Social Print Studio costs just $40 and can feature up to 365 different photos! There are a few caveats, though, so be sure to read their how-to guide before you start your order.
So, there you have it. No need to keep those amazing travel photos locked away on your hard drive or in the cloud. Now you can display them all over your house and be inspired for your next trip!
Header image photo via Flickr by ben.gallagher.


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This is a six-day special trip touring around Tokyo, Hakone, and Kyoto. Activities in Tokyo will include visits to the Tsukiji fish market, and learn how to cook sushi or tempura with shopping at Tsukiji market. In Hakone, you will visit OKADA MUSEUM OF ART, one of the foremost sanctuaries of beautiful art in Japan. After the art tour you can indulge yourself in the open-air hot spring known for its beautiful skin effect. In the old capital, Kyoto, there is a special visit to Kodaiji Entokuin temple where a talk will be given by the chief pries and the temple is not open for public.
During this special tour, you will be enjoying outstanding food such as kaiseki-style cuisine, sushi, tempura and meat dishes (Sukiyaki or shabu shabu) at various renowned restaurants. One of the highlights will be the Exquisite Cuisine at Kyoto Kitcho & the colorful foliage of Hogon-in temple. Enjoy a banquet with geishas at Kyoto Kitcho Arashiyama – Exquisite cuisine and sake at a three-Michelin star ryote, in the quaint Arashiyama. After enjoying yourself with some beautiful Japanese cuisine, Visiting the Lion's Roar Garden of Hogon-in which was originally designed by Sakugen Shuryo(1507-1579),a Japanese Zen master and diplomat who made two extended journeys to Ming-dynasty China. The colorful foliage during the beautiful season of Autumn will take your breath away. You will forget the time while appreciating the most elegant Japanese experience entertainment.
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Huawei CFO sues Canada over December arrest
By Staff Writers on Mar 4, 2019 12:45PM
Alleges violation of constitutional rights.
The lawyers for Huawei Chief Financial Officer Meng Wanzhou are suing the Canadian government, its border agency and federal police, alleging their client was detained, searched and interrogated for three hours in violation of her constitutional rights.
Canada arrested Meng in Vancouver on December 1 at the request of the United States, which has brought sweeping charges against her and Huawei that portray the company as a threat to US national security.
Meng was charged with bank and wire fraud to violate American sanctions against Iran.
In a civil lawsuit filed in the British Columbia Supreme Court on Friday, Meng's lawyers said the manner in which officers obtained evidence and information from Meng constituted serious violations of the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedoms. Meng is the daughter of Huawei's founder.
It added that Canadian Border Services Agency (CBSA) officers deliberately delayed the immediate execution of an arrest warrant and unlawfully subjected Meng to detention, search and interrogation to extract evidence from her before she was arrested.
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police - Canada's federal police - only exercised its arrest warrant three hours after Meng's "unlawful" detention at the airport, the lawsuit added.
There was no immediate response from Canada's justice ministry or the RCMP. The CBSA said it did not comment on matters before the courts.
Meng, who is out on bail, is due to appear in a Vancouver court at 10am PST (1800 GMT) on Wednesday, when a date will be set for her extradition hearing. The Canadian government approved her extradition proceedings on Friday.
China, whose relations with Canada have deteriorated over the affair, denounced Canada's decision on Friday and repeated previous demands for Meng's release.
The lawsuit further alleged that Meng was directed to surrender all her electronic devices, computers and passwords and that CBSA officers then unlawfully opened and viewed the contents of the seized devices in violation of her right to privacy.
CBSA officers also searched Meng's luggage in violation of the right to privacy, the lawsuit said.
"The CBSA Officers knew or were recklessly indifferent to the fact that they had no authority to conduct such a search, which search was performed under the false pretense of a routine customs or immigration related examination," according to the lawsuit.
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Detective School Dropouts (1986)
breast, nipples, sex, nipple
a woman & man are having sex in the woods. are car drives by & scares the woman. she jumps up & you can see her breasts & nipples for a second or two. Look more…
Horror, Mystery
A man takes his girlfriend into an amateur porn studio. A model is shown posing with bear breast.
The killer taunts a porn star with a straight razor and makes her expose her breast.
The same porn star that was taunted by the killer later exposes her breast to a detective and his assistant.
In a flashback seen, we see a man dressed in a Santa Claus suit having sex with a woman. The woman's breast are visible. Look more…
The Dungeonmaster (1984)
Fantasy, Horror, Sci-Fi
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Mestema shackles Gwen up to a rock for most of the film, while she's wearing a white robe, and in one scene fondles her legs and breasts in a sexual way to mock Paul. No nudity but she looks uncomfortable. Look more…
L'effrontée (1985)
topless, breast, nude, close up
Charlotte (13) is shown topless as she picks out clothes and her developing breasts are briefly visible.
Lulu's underage breasts are visible as she lays in bed, and again as she dances at the picnic.
An nude adult woman is shown from behind, and shortly after, her breasts are briefly visible in a close up. Look more…
Endgame - Bronx lotta finale (1983)
Action, Sci-Fi, Thriller
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A woman's hands are tied with ropes, and one of her breasts is visible.
Three women are riding convertible cares with their breasts exposed.
A man forcibly exposes a tied woman's breasts and proceeds to sexually assault her. Look more…
F/X (1986)
Action, Thriller
topless, breast, sex, underwear
A woman lies in bed topless, but she's on her stomach, so her breasts aren't visible. Look more…
Fair Game (1986)
A woman gets tied up and clothes cut off; breasts shown. Look more…
Flesh+Blood (1985)
Adventure, Drama
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We see many times the breasts of a prostitute. Look more…
Flesh and Bullets
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A woman shows nude and semi-nude pictures to men in a bar. One photo shows a woman topless and bottomless, cloth draped across her belly. Her breasts and pubic bush are clearly visible. Two others are shown from the side, fully bare. No genitalia are shown. Look more…
Fraternity Vacation (1985)
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A woman takes her towel off after showering. Her breasts and butt are visible.
Two women and two men go to a room for a foursome. The women take off their tops, breasts visible. They don't have sex once the men hear the women talk about herpes. Look more…
Friday the 13th: A New Beginning (1985)
Horror, Mystery, Thriller
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A woman undresses in front of a mirror, and her breasts are briefly visible.
A man and a woman undress in the woods, and start to kiss and have sex, offscreen, and the woman's breasts and buttocks are visible.
A woman takes off her bathrobe and gets into bed, and her breasts are visible.
A woman is running in the rain wearing a white shirt with no bra, and her breasts are fairly visible through the fabric. Look more…
Fantasy, Horror
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Future-Kill (1985)
Adventure, Comedy, Horror
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A Call Girl is seen on a bed, topless. With the lights lowered, George and Tom undress to get in bed with her, too dark to see anything. The next morning a different Lady in bed with a head lock on George and Tom holding their heads to her bare breasts.
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Girls Just Want to Have Fun (1985)
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Gotcha! (1985)
Action, Comedy, Mystery
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Hard Rock Zombies (1985)
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Hellhole (1985)
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The Hills Have Eyes Part II (1984)
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The Holcroft Covenant (1985)
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Howling II: ... Your Sister Is a Werewolf (1985)
frontal nudity, breast, nudity, nude, sex
A scene with a cult full of werewolf women gratuitous show their breasts.
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Cut and Run (1984)
Adventure, Horror, Thriller
topless, breast, butt, nude, sex, shower
Some girls are shown nude. Full frontal is seen in one scene, while in another the girl's breasts and butt are seen when she showers off afterwards. Look more…
Into the Night (1985)
Action, Comedy, Crime
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Michelle Pfeiffer is shown completely nude in a bathroom extracting precious emeralds from her vagina, where she has smuggled them. Her buttocks and the side of her breast are seen, but not her nipple or pubic region.
As Jeff Goldblum watches bemusedly from the next room Michelle Pfeiffer walks back and forth past the open doorway. She is nude and her breasts and nipples are briefly visible as well as her buttocks and possibly some pubic hair, all from the side.
Kathryn Harrold reaches her hand into her white bathing suit and readjusts her breasts, leaving her nipples bulging out the material. Look more…
Jagged Edge (1985)
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In the opening seen a woman is tied up in bed prior to being murdered. Bare breasts are briefly seen.
A man and a woman have sex. They are seen rolling around in bed together. Side view of the woman's breast briefly shown. Look more…


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Time for a new thread. @Gerry keep the updates coming.
My father has had one of those filters in place for years. I'm thinking at least 7 or 8. He was allergic to the Coumadin.
That is good to know and thanks for sharing. After the blood clot was gone, I was able to get off the Coumadin because of having the IVC filter. I would still be taking the blood thinner if I had refused to have the filter.
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@Gerry and @lee thanks for the updates.
So... it's valentine's day, and I spent the morning with mine. Waiting for transport to take her for a CT scan.
The night before, her temperature spiked, her heart rate went stupidly high, blood pressure dropped, and it took a frantic hour, IV fluids, antipyretics and a dose of BSA to get everything normalized. Docs figured it looked like an infection, but couldn't be sure where... not respiratory, not epidermal, maybe a leak (colitis), sepsis (colitis), her IVC filter... so she needed a CT.
But this morning, everything seemed fine. She sat in her wheelchair in the sun, let the physio guys get her up and walking, and told me to 'go to work... I'll be fine'.
Last 2 times she said that, I went away to work and in a day or two, got a call from the hospital to rush home, so you can understand my reluctance to believe her.
But she insisted, the nurse promised to call me with the CT results, and so I drove 4 hours south to where I'm working, checked into a hotel, wrapped myself around a burger, did paperwork for a few hours and was just contemplating going to bed when my cell rang.
Hospital calling. Lee was having all the same issues, they were going to stabilize and transport, back to the U of A where all the Star Trek equipment and specialists live.
So starting at 11 pm, I drove all the way here again. Arrived at 3:30 am, and now we sit in Emergency while the Docs do tests to try and isolate the problem.
My money is on the Colitis. This damn thing is turning out to be as much a problem as the Hemorrhage.
Anyway, that's the latest... she is stable, comfortable, and sleeping. The Docs are waiting on test results. I'm sitting here, pondering things. At 4:40 am. After driving across half the province. Twice.
Sorry to hear that you are back at U of A.
Will continue to keep Lee in my prayers and hope that this stay is a short one and that you will both be home soon.
so sorry you are going through another rough patch. Once they find the exact culprit of the source of the problem they will figure out the preventatives. She is where she needs to be to put the problems to bed..Try to get some rest and put some proper food in you.If you don't look after yourself your immune system will suffer and you could get sick. Thinking about you both..
Oh dear @Gerry you must be exhausted & frustrated. Sorry Lee has had this setback and been moved back to U of A. I'm sure the light of day will provide answers to sort out these latest complications. Here's wishing you all a quick resolve! Hugs and prayers coming your way, as always!!
Thinking of you both, more than ever.
Hopefully, permanent answers for these "secondary" issues can be found; while Lee continues to progress, otherwise.
Oy! So frustrating! We're here if you need to vent.
@Gerry hope they can figure out what the issues are so they can correct. The not knowing is always the worst part. Once you identify a causation, then you can treat. There is often a cascading effect where one small issue impacts other parts of the body and causes multiple issues. Until you know the original issue, you're treating symptoms rather than fixing the problem. Hopefully, radiology will provide an answer. We do our best.
(((Gerry))) I'm sorry to hear about this setback but I'm also glad Lee is in good hands. I'll be thinking of you two. I hope you can get some rest too.
So sorry to hear this Gerry - how frustrating for you both. The U of A will figure it out and get her back on track soon I'm sure. Thank goodness the weather is good right now with all that driving!
Sorry to hear you and Lee had this setback. Now, it's more important than ever you take care of yourself so you can be there for the long haul for both of you.
So sorry to hear you have hit a rough patch - here's to rapid progress & improvement.
How scary and frustrating, the one step forward three steps back.
Oh gosh. How unnerving and exhausting. I am so sorry and pray the Star Trek team will figure it all out in short order. And please - in spite of everything - take care of yourself. This marathon is even longer than you knew.
So frustrating. I sincerely hope this move back to UofA will help alleviate everyone's concerns.
Sorry to hear about the setback. Prayers for a quick diagnosis and treatment path.
So sorry for Lee's latest setback. Hopefully the medical staff can get to the bottom of what's causing it. Hugs to both of you!
(((((Gerry and Lee))))) Praying for a good resolution.
Well you know, Lee forgot Four Continents was this week and wanted you to watch it in the wee hours of the morning with her, as it's taking place in Korea. Just can't watch the skating alone, that one!
Tell her to start behaving or I'm gonna have to come up to Canada and give her a and drink Smirnies in front of her just to be mean.
Seriously, hope they can isolate the problem and get her feeling better again. Two steps forward, one step back. It's the way of healing. Sigh!!! Sending positive thoughts and prayers your way @Really and @Gerry.
((@Gerry and Lee)) Sorry to hear about the setback, but very glad that she's back at the hospital which gave her such good care already.
Just saw this update. Sorry about the setback but hope that things improve again soon.


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Samuel 'Sam' L. Keezer
Samuel "Sam" L. Keezer, age 75 of York, died Wednesday, Feb. 8, 2017 at Lincoln.
He was born Aug. 28, 1941 in Ord to Samuel Ord Keezer and Ida Jane Kellogg. On Dec. 7, 1963 Sam married Jeanette A. Berryman in Greeley.
Sam thoroughly enjoyed watching westerns and game shows. His hobbies involved scratch tickets and fishing. He loved and enjoyed his dogs and his favorite was "Opie". Sam was employed and retired from the maintenance department of N.R.D. in York.
Sam is survived by his son, Sam (Missy) of York and daughter, Emma (Ron) Walker of Waverly; grandchildren, Devon Keezer of Lincoln, Dustin (Amanda) Keezer of York, Jennie (Mark) Mars of Syracuse, Kenny Jones of Kansas City, Mo. and Scott Walker and Kristen Walker of Waverly; eight great-grandchildren; sister, Eilleen (Don) Baker of Greeley and several nieces, nephews and cousins.
He was preceded in death by his wife, Jeanette; parents; infant daughter, Jennifer Lynn; brother, Charles and two sisters, Clara Dahlberg and Anna Sheldon.
Memorial services are scheduled for 2 p.m., Tuesday, Feb, 14, 2017 at Metz Chapel in York. A private family inurnment will be held at a later date. Cremation, no visitation. Memorials may be directed to the family for later designation.


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