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This photo is another from a past trip that has brought back a flood of memories of my experiences.  This is a most somber place, but I'm glad to have had the opportunity to visit.  What happened here should never be forgotten, and beyond the history,  I have a personal connection here as well.

 

 

Where was this photo taken, what is this place called, and what is the story behind this unique location?

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gallery-of-flight-entry

Delays in airports are bound to happen, fortunately, there are options that can hopefully make these pass faster.  The Mitchell Gallery of Flight is a nice little aviation museum in the main terminal of the Milwaukee airport.  

 

Milwaukee's Mitchell airport is my home airport, so often I'm just passing through, and rarely spend much time there.  Fortunately when I have extra time, there is an excellent aviation museum that helps pass the time ...

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potw16

This photo is another from a past trip that has brought back a flood of memories of my experiences.  This photo looks towards the town center from along the water.  It is by no means a major city, but it is a prominent town in the region where it is located.  I'd be impressed if anyone named the town unless they had visited here themselves.  Its in a beautiful area, with mountains and and lovely views.

 

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stregis-princeville-sunset

I knew Princeville was beautiful, but as we enjoyed a drink at dusk soon after our arrival, we were treated to views like this. It was remarkable.

 

No filter or anything like that.  It was just the perfect conditions.  Subsequent nights were not nearly this colorful.   

After our time at the Grand Hyatt Kauai, we made a leisurely drive towards the north shore of Kauai towards the St. Regis Princeville.  We ...

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potw15

This photo is another from a past trip that has brought back a flood of memories of my experiences.  This was taken in a major city, although I don't think any of the skyscrapers in the frame are particularly notable, at least not to me.  Fans of sport may find items in the foreground that quickly answer where this photo was taken

 

 

 

 

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Starbucks mugs

Souvenirs are one way to remember a place you have visited.  Most tourist sites have countless items for sale, but of course you aren't limited to what is in the various shops at your destination.

 

Starbucks mug collection belonging to Magic Ketchup.  Image from Flickr.

I have friends and family who collect things like shot glasses and spoons from various destinations.  Another collectible that seems to be ...

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