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Post by FreakyFlyBry on Jan 6, 2012 23:06:12 GMT -5
One thing I like about Philadelphia is the sheer amount of history you get there. Just walking around the Independence Hall area is enough to show it.  Of course, the Liberty Bell is essential, even if there's extra security to go through to get there. But also worth seeing are the U.S. Mint and the National Constitution Center in the same area. Also worth seeing is South Street, with its unique shops and such. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 7, 2012 0:06:24 GMT -5
Of course, the Liberty Bell is essential, even if there's extra security to go through to get there. But also worth seeing are the U.S. Mint and the National Constitution Center in the same area. I forgot all about the U.S. Mint, which is bad because I'm a coin collector. ;D It's got to be impressive though, when you consider how many billions of coins come out of that place every year. Also worth seeing is South Street, with its unique shops and such. Have you ever been there? |
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Post by FreakyFlyBry on Jan 7, 2012 0:21:50 GMT -5
Of course, the Liberty Bell is essential, even if there's extra security to go through to get there. But also worth seeing are the U.S. Mint and the National Constitution Center in the same area. I forgot all about the U.S. Mint, which is bad because I'm a coin collector. ;D It's got to be impressive though, when you consider how many billions of coins come out of that place every year. Also worth seeing is South Street, with its unique shops and such. Have you ever been there? Yes. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 7, 2012 1:07:44 GMT -5
Impressive. I only live about 3 hours away from it, and I've never been there. But then again, I never go anywhere. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 7, 2012 4:03:36 GMT -5
January 7th, 2012 - Oslo, Norway      Nice view of the city at night:  I love their houses:  The Akershus Fortress:  7 Facts About Oslo: 1) Oslo is the fastest growing city in Europe, mostly due to immigrants. 2) It has a reputation for being cold, but the winters are actually warmer than those of many American cities. However, summers are strangely cool, with high temperatues often stuck in the 60s during the middle of summer. 3) The city is over 1000 years old. 4) Despite not being located anywhere near the "Muslim World," an estimated one in ten residents are Muslims. This is because the city has a large immigrant population from nations such as Pakistan and Iran. 5) Oslo is where the Nobel Peace Prize is given each year, on December 10th. 6) There are 343 lakes within the city limits! 7) You might not think of Oslo as a destination for cruise ships, but there are many that stop here. They tend to let passengers out to visit the Akershus Fortress, a 700 year-old castle.
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Post by FreakyFlyBry on Jan 7, 2012 11:22:01 GMT -5
From what I've heard of it, Norway is one of the most beautiful countries in the world, and looks like Oslo's pictures prove it. ;D
Had no idea it could get so warm in the winter that far north though!
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Post by Deleted on Jan 7, 2012 15:22:08 GMT -5
From what I've heard of it, Norway is one of the most beautiful countries in the world, and looks like Oslo's pictures prove it. ;D[/youtube] I know! Ever since I heard about the bike paths they have in Norway, I have always wanted to go there. I figure Oslo would be the best place to start. Had no idea it could get so warm in the winter that far north though! Maybe I used the word "warm" in the wrong way here.  The average highs in the winter are a few degrees below freezing, which is a lot warmer than I was expecting for a city that far north. I was expecting the type of winters that you see in much of Canada and Alaska, but this is more like Chicago. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 9, 2012 3:50:11 GMT -5
January 9th, 2012 - Miami, Florida, United States Some views of the skyline reflecting on the water at night:   This one looks like it's at dusk:    How about the beaches?   7 Facts About Miami: 1) The city of Miami is not remarkable population-wise, with a population just under 400,000 people. However, the Miami metro area is home to 5.5 million people, making it the 7th most populated in the country. 2) The city is named after the Mayaimis, a Native American tribe. 3) Miami is warm year-round. The average high for January is an impressive 76F (25C). Despite the year-round warmth (including summer heat), the record high for the city is 100F (38C), a mark achieved almost every year in Washington, D.C and other cities. 4) Hispanic culture is perhaps more present in Miami than in any other U.S. city. The population is 70% Hispanic. 5) Studies have shown Miami to be one of the most physically fit cities in the nation. 6) This is the place where sun tan lotion was invented. 7) Miami is the only major city in the U.S. to be founded by a woman.
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Post by FreakyFlyBry on Jan 9, 2012 4:01:00 GMT -5
Miami, another place I've been ;D I did spend much of my time in the surrounding area though. (as point #1 shows) It really was rainy when I was there though! (I visited late May 2009.) And yes, the beaches there are quite good! I'm not surprised about the sunscreen part. Especially as I saw one of the classic Coppertone billboards there. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 9, 2012 13:59:45 GMT -5
That's cool! What did you think of the area?
The sunscreen part doesn't surprise me either, since it has a reputation for being one of the sunniest cities in the country. I heard that Las Vegas and Phoenix actually get more sunshine though, and I'm not surprised about all that rain you saw. ;D
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Post by The 7th M4BCC Members Awards on Jan 9, 2012 23:16:44 GMT -5
LOL at the bikini photo for Rio de Janeiro... apparently there's lots of metal concerts there and it's a very popular genre within the city, especially Iron Maiden. I've been to Philly and I love it! Obviously I've been to Miami too Miami is great for shopping and partying with friends. DO NEW YORK ;D EDIT: f*ck, wrong account again! |
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Post by FreakyFlyBry on Jan 9, 2012 23:30:08 GMT -5
That's cool! What did you think of the area? The sunscreen part doesn't surprise me either, since it has a reputation for being one of the sunniest cities in the country. I heard that Las Vegas and Phoenix actually get more sunshine though, and I'm not surprised about all that rain you saw. ;D I'm not surprised either... I got a sunburn in Vegas. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 10, 2012 0:23:41 GMT -5
LOL at the bikini photo for Rio de Janeiro... apparently there's lots of metal concerts there and it's a very popular genre within the city, especially Iron Maiden. I've been to Philly and I love it! Obviously I've been to Miami too Miami is great for shopping and partying with friends. DO NEW YORK ;D EDIT: f*ck, wrong account again! That bikini pic was totally necessary! ;D The DJ on the active rock station here went on vacation to Rio de Janeiro, and he said they had a station just as heavy as the American stations. I think the city being metal-crazy makes it even cooler. I'll do New York next. And after that, I'm gonna do something more unique and forbidden. |
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Post by Deleted on Jan 10, 2012 3:39:33 GMT -5
January 10th, 2012 - New York City, New York, United States    Under red sky...   These next two are of the old New York skyline prior to 9/11/01, with the twin towers. May the victims of the 9/11 attacks rest in peace.       Empire State Building:  Central Park:  The world-famous Times Square:  7 Facts About New York City: 1) Home to over 8 million people, New York is the most populated city in the United States. It has had this distinction since 1790! 2) Paris and London are the only cities in the world to get more tourists than New York. 3) New York City has a rather tourist-friendly climate. Summers are less dangerous than those in Washington, D.C. and winters are mild compared to much of New York state. 4) 36% of New Yorkers were born outside the U.S. 5) Walking, cycling and mass transit are all very popular in New York. Some people who take the subway everyday do not even know their way home from work! 6) Crime rates in New York have dropped dramatically in the last 20 years. However, street gangs are still present and it is important to know what you're doing. 7) There are over 250 McDonald's restaurants in the city, 74 in Manhatten alone.
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Post by JessieLou on Jan 10, 2012 12:28:22 GMT -5
YEAH NYC! ;D BEST CITY EVAH. I was at the McDonald's in Time Square, but I only got a coffee. |
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The average highs in the winter are a few degrees below freezing, which is a lot warmer than I was expecting for a city that far north. I was expecting the type of winters that you see in much of Canada and Alaska, but this is more like Chicago.
I had to go check out that song