Captured during a weekend in that began in Washington, DC and ended up Balitmore, Md, the panoramas are taken from a rooftop and roof deck located in the Federal Hill district of Baltimore. The weather was very cooperative and provided clear weather during the day and a stunning sunset in the evening. [link-gallery gallery="dcBaltimore08" name="Baltimore [...]
As a last hurrah to Jay living in DC, we went up there and spent a day in our nation's capital before heading up to Baltimore for another couple days. Lots of sightseeing was on the itinerary in both cities which resulted in lots of walking. The National Cathedral was a surprise in it's authenticity [...]
The boardwalks that traverse the delicate flora on the windswept Rough Ridge. [link-gallery gallery="TanawhaTrail" name="Tanawha Trail"] [link-related url="/gps/2008/tanawha-trail" subject="Link to Tanawha Trail post for trail information"]
Grandfather Mountain, NC – The Tanawha Trail passses through 3 counties and parallels the Blue Ridge Parkway from Beacon Heights to Julian Price Park. Beginning at Beacon Heights, one will hike moderate terrain to the Linn Cove Viaduct and then strenuous terrain up to Rough Ridge. There one will find spectacular vistas of the surrounding [...]
Scored a sweet tour of The Arlington, a 24 story condo tower in the Southend district of Charlotte. The views from the roof were pretty amazing, even though it was really hazy the day we were up there. [view-the-gallery galleryaddress="The Pink Building"]
Gastonia, NC – Crowders Mountain and the trails that lead to its summit provide some of the best hiking opportunities in the Charlotte metro area. Those who make it to the summit are rewarded with impressive views of the surrounding area including the Charlotte skyline. Totaling around 2.6 miles (round trip), the trails ascend to [...]
Atlanta, GA – Fifteen miles east of Atlanta, Stone Mountain’s granite dome rises to a height of 1683 ft in elevation. It is a recreation and history haven for the region boasting hiking trails, several themed areas, water activities, the worlds largest bas-relief sculpture, and an authentic cable-car, among many others. The walk-up trail climbs [...]
Stayed at the Charlesmark Hotel in Boston. The rooms, as viewable above, are very modern and compact. The bathrooms are very nice with extensive tile work and walk in showers. Located just off of Boylston Street, it is within walking distance of shopping, transit and the attractions of Boston. [link-gallery gallery="ChristmasChowda" name="Christmas Chowda"]
