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Bad Birthdays

Posted on March 13, 2013 by travelmode

Nazi Era Rise to Power Anniversaries Austria and Berlin March 12, 2013 marked the 75th Anniversary of Adolf Hitler’s annexation of Austria, the Austrian Anschluss. The Nazi leader’s troops marched across the border and Hitler stood on balcony in the … Continue reading →

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Sundance Comes To Hollywood

Posted on March 11, 2013 by travelmode

For the last handful of decades, Hollywood has made the pilgrimage to Park City, Utah for the Sundance Film Festival, where filmmakers, agents and young turk execs seek undiscovered fame and the next indie phenomenon with Academy Award potential, descending on … Continue reading →

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Germany Rhine River Cruising

Posted on March 9, 2013 by travelmode

Seeing the Germany Castles and Vineyards from the Water View The Rhine is a very long river of legend which begins in Switzerland and makes its way northward through Germany’s western side toward the North Sea. A wide and generally … Continue reading →

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Ringo Starr – Peace and Love in L.A.

Posted on March 9, 2013 by travelmode

The last of the Beatles at the Grammy The Grammy Museum in Los Angeles’ revitalized downtown, around the corner from LA Live, will be presenting its third salute to one of the Fab Four beginning June 12, 2013. The “Ringo: … Continue reading →

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The Blue Riders Return to Munich

Posted on March 8, 2013 by travelmode

Munich’s State Gallery Lenbachhaus Reopens May 8, 2013 After four years of renovation the world’s largest collection of Blue Rider works will return to the newly refurbished Munich art museum. The Lenbachhaus has been completely overhauled and expanded by the … Continue reading →

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Celebrate St Patrick’s Day In Santa Monica Canyon

Posted on March 8, 2013 by travelmode

SHOREbar’s 4 Leaf Clover Celebration The SHOREbar has quickly become one of Santa Monica’s newest hotspots frequented by celebrities like Rihanna, Katy Perry, and John Meyer. Nestled in the beachside hollow of Santa Monica Canyon before it becomes the palisades, … Continue reading →

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Two Queens To Meet in Long Beach

Posted on March 7, 2013 by travelmode

Queen Mary and Queen Elizabeth – Ocean Liners of Cunard Free admission – whistle salutes and fireworks celebrate the historic meeting of ships in Long Beach Harbor On the evening of March 12th, 2013 in the Long Beach Harbor the world famous … Continue reading →

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Europe’s Best Travel Guide from History – Napoleon

Posted on March 6, 2013 by travelmode

Looking for a travel guide for Europe. Where to go and what to see with a twist on history? Just follow Napoleon Bonaparte. He went to all the coolest places, or made them the best place because he was there. … Continue reading →

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Christmas Markets

Posted on December 4, 2012 by travelmode

Well its holiday season time again. In the US, its all about shopping and sales. In fact, soon, Thanksgiving will have to be moved back to Wednesday so Black Friday can start on Thursday. But in Europe, especially in Germany, … Continue reading →

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Alps Views Schilthorn

Posted on July 8, 2012 by travelmode

One of the best views of the Alps is from the Schilthorn-Piz Gloria aerial cable to the mountaintops in the Bernese Oberland, with direct views of the Eiger, Monch and Jungfrau Massiv with Breitling. Made famous by the 007 James … Continue reading →

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