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Helen Avaient
Oct 6, 20237 min read
Crazy Horse Memorial is more than just a mountain carving
It isn't just the impressive carving that is worth seeing on a visit here, this Native American visitor and cultural center has so much...
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Helen Avaient
Sep 29, 20235 min read
The largest mountain carving in the world is in South Dakota USA
The largest mountain carving is not Mount Rushmore in South Dakota, but it is in the same state, at Thunderhead Mountain. The Crazy Horse...
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Helen Avaient
Apr 17, 20232 min read
The sidewinder is one twisted road on Route 66 in Arizona USA
The Oatman Highway is a two-lane road that was one of the earliest alignments of Route 66. This eight-mile stretch through the Black...
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Helen Avaient
Apr 13, 20233 min read
The Ghost Town of Oatman Arizona is well and truly alive
Burros left behind by gold miners roam free around the town of Oatman in Arizona USA. Used by the miners in the 1800s to cart supplies...
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Helen Avaient
Apr 9, 20233 min read
The ideal town for selfies on Route 66 is Seligman Arizona USA
For lovers of photography and selfies, there is no other town on Route 66 that is perfect to satisfy their desire for the perfect picture...
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Helen Avaient
Apr 5, 20235 min read
10 things to see and do in Winslow Arizona USA
1. Standin' on the Corner Park Most people know the town of Winslow from the Eagles 1972 song “Take It Easy”. Written by Jackson Browne...
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Helen Avaient
Mar 1, 20236 min read
My glorious stay at La Posada hotel in Winslow Arizona
Many years ago, when travelling along the legendary Route 66, I was told to visit an exquisite and unique southwest style, hacienda...
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Helen Avaient
Feb 24, 20235 min read
Fred Harvey and the Harvey Girls settled the American southwest
Staying at the amazing hotel La Posada in Winslow Arizona gave me a chance to learn more about the man (Fred Harvey) and the women (the...
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Helen Avaient
Oct 24, 20222 min read
Unique accommodation in Richmond Tasmania Australia
Horses and chickens came to greet me at my garden door when staying at Hatchers, near Richmond in Tasmania Australia. How delightful it...
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Helen Avaient
Oct 21, 20223 min read
Old Hobart Town model village is a masterpiece
The marvellous miniature model village of Old Hobart Town, in Richmond Tasmania, presents a visual history in a fun environment. Often,...
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