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A 600-Room Royal Residence - Stockholm Royal Palace
Historic Sites Kevin Durst 8/21/25 Historic Sites Kevin Durst 8/21/25

A 600-Room Royal Residence - Stockholm Royal Palace

The Royal Palace is a combination of royal residence, workplace and cultural-historical monument, and is one of the largest and most accessible royal palaces in Europe.

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Named Best US Main Street - Bethlehem, PA
City Walks Kevin Durst 8/21/25 City Walks Kevin Durst 8/21/25

Named Best US Main Street - Bethlehem, PA

A visit to walkable Main Street in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania is a blend of small-town charm, rich history, and vibrant local culture.

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Iceland’s Capital & Largest City - Reykjavik
Beautiful Gardens Kevin Durst 8/14/25 Beautiful Gardens Kevin Durst 8/14/25

Iceland’s Capital & Largest City - Reykjavik

Compared to other capitals, it feels relaxed and welcoming. The city is known for its striking architecture, tasty food, and beautiful natural surroundings.

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A Former Headquarters For Unmarried German Merchants - House Of Blackheads
Impressive Architecture Kevin Durst 8/14/25 Impressive Architecture Kevin Durst 8/14/25

A Former Headquarters For Unmarried German Merchants - House Of Blackheads

The House of Blackheads is located in the heart of Latvia’s Old Riga, near Town Hall Square. Originally called the New House,

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Founded As The Personal Collection Of Henry Frick - The Frick Collection
Museum Kevin Durst 8/14/25 Museum Kevin Durst 8/14/25

Founded As The Personal Collection Of Henry Frick - The Frick Collection

The Frick Collection is widely celebrated for its intimate, domestic setting within the original mansion, which creates a personal, almost home-like atmosphere for viewing the art.

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A Photo Tour Of The Steel City - Pittsburgh, PA
City Walks Kevin Durst 8/7/25 City Walks Kevin Durst 8/7/25

A Photo Tour Of The Steel City - Pittsburgh, PA

Pittsburgh is known as the "Steel City" due to its industrial past, but today, it has reinvented itself with a strong presence in the tech, healthcare, and education sectors.

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The Largest Orthodox Church in Northern & Western Europe - Uspenski Cathedral
Impressive Architecture Kevin Durst 8/7/25 Impressive Architecture Kevin Durst 8/7/25

The Largest Orthodox Church in Northern & Western Europe - Uspenski Cathedral

The Uspenski Cathedral is the main cathedral for both the Orthodox Parish and the Diocese of Helsinki. It is considered the largest Orthodox church in Northern and Western Europe.

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A Vestige Of Pittsburgh’s The Steel Industry - Carrie Blast Furnaces
Historic Sites Kevin Durst 7/31/25 Historic Sites Kevin Durst 7/31/25

A Vestige Of Pittsburgh’s The Steel Industry - Carrie Blast Furnaces

Pittsburgh’s steel industry, once the heartbeat of American industrial power, lives on in places like the Carrie Blast Furnaces—towering remnants of a bygone era. Standing 92’ tall, Furnaces #6 and #7 are rare examples of pre-WWII iron-making technology.

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Saved From Destruction By Yves St Laurent - Jardin Majorelle
Beautiful Gardens Kevin Durst 7/31/25 Beautiful Gardens Kevin Durst 7/31/25

Saved From Destruction By Yves St Laurent - Jardin Majorelle

The French painter, Jacques Majorelle moved to Marrakech in 1919 after being thrilled by the colors and light of Morocco.

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Where the Atlantic Ocean & the Mediterranean Sea Meet - Tangier, Morocco
City Walks Kevin Durst 7/24/25 City Walks Kevin Durst 7/24/25

Where the Atlantic Ocean & the Mediterranean Sea Meet - Tangier, Morocco

In northern Morocco, on the coast of Tangier where the Mediterranean and Atlantic waters converge, you'll discover a city with a rich history and a unique cultural blend, making it a fascinating place to explore.

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Hall Of Plaster Masterpieces - Carnegie Hall Of Architecture & Sculpture
Museum Kevin Durst 7/24/25 Museum Kevin Durst 7/24/25

Hall Of Plaster Masterpieces - Carnegie Hall Of Architecture & Sculpture

Since 1907, the collection of over 140 plaster casts of architectural masterpieces from the past have been a treasure of Pittsburgh.

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The Oldest University In The World - University of al-Qarawiyyin
Impressive Architecture Kevin Durst 7/17/25 Impressive Architecture Kevin Durst 7/17/25

The Oldest University In The World - University of al-Qarawiyyin

Most people might assume that the oldest university is in world would be in Europe, but that’s not the case.

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A Canadian City With An Energetic Vibe - Halifax, Nova Scotia
Cute Downtowns Kevin Durst 7/17/25 Cute Downtowns Kevin Durst 7/17/25

A Canadian City With An Energetic Vibe - Halifax, Nova Scotia

Halifax is the largest urban area in Atlantic Canada and is the traditional and trendy capital of the province of Nova Scotia. Between the impressive waterfront and colorful, bustling streets, Halifax is a picturesque city.

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Pennsylvania’s Largest History Museum - The Senator John Heinz History Center
Museum Kevin Durst 7/17/25 Museum Kevin Durst 7/17/25

Pennsylvania’s Largest History Museum - The Senator John Heinz History Center

The Heinz History Center spans six floors of exhibits that explore the rich history of Western Pennsylvania. Major collections highlight influential companies such as H.J. Heinz, Westinghouse, Alcoa, and Gulf.

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Summer Home Of Soldier, Founder and Philosopher - Hamilton Grange
House Museum Kevin Durst 7/10/25 House Museum Kevin Durst 7/10/25

Summer Home Of Soldier, Founder and Philosopher - Hamilton Grange

Alexander Hamilton’s summer home, Hamilton Grange, is located in the Hamilton Heights and Sugar Hill sections of Harlem. It has occupied three different sites within the neighborhood, all within the original bounds of Hamilton’s estate.

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Interpreting Industrial History - Museum Of Industry
Museum Kevin Durst 7/10/25 Museum Kevin Durst 7/10/25

Interpreting Industrial History - Museum Of Industry

The museum is dedicated to preserving and sharing the story of America’s rich industrial heritage and celebrating the accomplishments of its workers, innovators, and entrepreneurs.

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The Largest Collection Of Warhol Art & Archives - The Andy Warhol Museum
Museum Kevin Durst 7/3/25 Museum Kevin Durst 7/3/25

The Largest Collection Of Warhol Art & Archives - The Andy Warhol Museum

The Andy Warhol Museum in Pittsburgh is the home to more than 500,000 objects related to the artist. The Andy Warhol Museum was co-founded by the Andy Warhol Foundation for the Visual Arts, the Dia Art Foundation, and Carnegie Institute in 1989.

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A 4th Of July Fire Island Tradition - The Invasion Of The Pines
Fun Events Kevin Durst 7/3/25 Fun Events Kevin Durst 7/3/25

A 4th Of July Fire Island Tradition - The Invasion Of The Pines

The Fire Island Invasion is an event that all began as a protest against the discrimination against a drag queen in 1976.

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A National Museum of Adornement - Oudayas Museum
National Museum Kevin Durst 7/3/25 National Museum Kevin Durst 7/3/25

A National Museum of Adornement - Oudayas Museum

Created in 1915, the Oudayas Museum is one of the oldest public museums in Morocco, and contains one of the largest museum collections in the country.

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Remnants Of The 2nd Largest US Steel Manufacturing - SteelStacks
Historic Sites Kevin Durst 6/26/25 Historic Sites Kevin Durst 6/26/25

Remnants Of The 2nd Largest US Steel Manufacturing - SteelStacks

The iconic SteelStacks are actually a series of five blast furnaces used in the iron-making process at Bethlehem Steel for decades.

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