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Mongolia Excavation Adventure

Posted Tue, 2005-07-05 17:28 by Nana Chen

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This summer, the Silkroad Foundation is teaming up with the Department of Archaeology at the Mongolian National University to sponsor excavation and survey in Arkhangai and Bulgan aimaqs, Mongolia. This is for serious diggers. The Silkroad Foundation website provides you with so much information about the Silk Road it’d leave you feeling like you’ve just taken a university course. It is a rare find. Here are some details about the upcoming dig direct from their website:

Bamboo, I Adore You

Posted Mon, 2005-06-27 20:59 by Nana Chen
Rows of dried bambooBamboo is one of the most painted and photographed subjects. It may be the shh-shh sound its leaves make in the wind or the creaks from its stalks that draw attention or it's got something to do with the form and colors that deserve so much reverence. This summer, visit the Portland Chinese Garden in Oregon where you can find plenty of bamboo.

Towards the Manatees

Posted Mon, 2005-06-27 18:14 by Nana Chen

http://www.sfwmd.gov/org/wrp/wrp_ce/2_wrp_ce_info/photos/hires/manatees.jpg Florida manatees swimming with delight

Growing up in Georgia, we felt envious that the state just south of us was a hot vacation spot year-round while our peach state was more like a rest stop—good for refilling the gas tank and driving through. Watching all those cars with out-of-state license plates heading south was once a pastime. I dare say most of them were heading to Florida, where the manatees still swim.

Bottom of the World, Almost

Posted Tue, 2005-06-21 19:06 by Nana Chen
2005 Jon Whitear and Alison BeatonEaster Island is one of the most mysterious places on earth. The famous statues carved from volcanic rock still stand to remind us of the Rapa Nui, the original inhabitants of Easter Island. Even to date, theories vary widely about the Island’s history. Although most travel options to Easter Island are costly, there are some ways around it.

Churros con Chocolate

Posted Sun, 2005-06-12 07:36 by Nana Chen

Photo by Federico Mena-Quintero

Photo by Federico Mena-Quintero

Waking up this morning, I wanted more than just a platter of fruit. I wanted churros con chocolate. But the only place one can get churros in Taipei is at a particular movie theater. If only I had the patience to wait for stale churros...

Buda and Pest

Posted Fri, 2005-06-10 06:48 by Nana Chen

http://www.budapestinfo.hu/en/

It wasn’t until 1873 that Buda married Pest, becoming Budapest, now possibly the trendiest capital of Eastern Europe. You haven’t been yet? Let’s give you a quick glimpse: Shoppers can stuff 60s-inspired shirts into their shopping bags; shoe addicts can be Imelda Marcos’ competition by getting made to order footwear in whatever style you want. How about some 30cm platforms, like those worn by Emperor Hirohito in 1926? Go for it! Want to party all night? Budapest has so many discos, bars and theaters it'd take you months to visit them all. There are great restaurants and many of them. Click on Taste of Budapest so you'd know where to take delicious breaks from all the activity.

Moose or Meese?

Posted Wed, 2005-06-01 22:57 by Nana Chen

http://www.e-marginalia.com

I used to think it was one ‘moose’, two ‘meese’ until a Canadian set me straight. “That rule applies to ‘geese’,” he had said. Now I know. But it’s still moose-spotting, ay? Laugh not. Visit mooseworld.com to find out where you too can roam with moose. From Algonquin Provincial Park in Canada to the Moose Museum in Sweden. Moose-spotting should go in your pocket of hobbies! There’s even a place called City of Moose Jaw.

Nice Arch!

Posted Tue, 2005-05-31 23:02 by Nana Chen

Arches National Park, Utah, USA

Elizabeth Taylor may be known for her famous arches, but Mother Nature still beats her. With over two thousand sandstone arches at the Arches National Park in Utah, there is no question which I’d travel to see. Put those tweezers away, Liz. Au natural still impresses more.

Yodel or Scream

Posted Tue, 2005-05-31 22:27 by Nana Chen

Swiss Alps

Have you felt like yodeling lately? Why not exercise those vocal cords in the Alps of Switzerland this summer? Choose a spot. There’s the Swiss Alps, the German Alps, The Austrian Alps and the Italian Alps. Once there, yodel all you want. If singing is not your forte, maybe engaging in adventure sports is. Your options are plenty, from canyoning to river-rafting; zorbing to house-running. If none of this sounds good, the Swiss Museum Passport might. With its purchase, you gain free entry to over 250 museums, galleries and castles in Switzerland for an entire month.

Oldest City USA

Posted Sun, 2005-05-29 23:50 by Nana Chen

http://www.historicstaugustine.com/trust/purpose.html

Where might the oldest city in the US be? It’s not Los Angeles, and it's not Boston. It’s St. Augustine, located in Florida known as COSA. In 1565, Don Pedro Menendes de Aviles saw the coast of Florida from his ship and landed with a Spanish flag in hand. On September 8, St. Augustine was founded.
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