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Built When Estonia Was Part Of Russia - Alexander Nevsky Cathedral
Houses of Worship Kevin Durst 3/12/26 Houses of Worship Kevin Durst 3/12/26

Built When Estonia Was Part Of Russia - Alexander Nevsky Cathedral

Designed by Mikhail Preobrazhensky in the Russian Revival style, the Eastern Orthodox cathedral was constructed between 1894 and 1900 during the Russian Empire’s Russification campaign in Estonia.

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It’s More Than Just Cheese - Gruyeres, Switzerland
City Walks Kevin Durst 3/5/26 City Walks Kevin Durst 3/5/26

It’s More Than Just Cheese - Gruyeres, Switzerland

Perched on a gentle hilltop and wrapped in alpine scenery, its old town carries the faint, comforting aroma of melting cheese.

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World’s Fair Remnants - Flushing Meadow Corona Park
Historic Sites Kevin Durst 2/5/26 Historic Sites Kevin Durst 2/5/26

World’s Fair Remnants - Flushing Meadow Corona Park

In “The Great Gatsby”, F. Scott Fitzgerald described this area as “a valley of ashes”. It would later be transformed into the 1,200-acre site where the world would converge in 1939, to witness highlights that included exhibitions by companies like General Electric, IBM, RCA, Borden, American Tobacco and Coca Cola.

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Colorfully Painted House Of Worship - Church Of St Firmin
Houses of Worship Kevin Durst 1/29/26 Houses of Worship Kevin Durst 1/29/26

Colorfully Painted House Of Worship - Church Of St Firmin

Though understated, the Church of Saint-Firmin embodies the enduring spirit and heritage of Gordes, a serene reminder of the village’s long and storied past.

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A Hilltop Village With An Artistic Legacy - Saint-Paul-de-Vence
Mountain Town Kevin Durst 1/15/26 Mountain Town Kevin Durst 1/15/26

A Hilltop Village With An Artistic Legacy - Saint-Paul-de-Vence

For decades, it has been a haven for artists; among its famous residents and visitors are Marc Chagall, Henri Matisse, Pablo Picasso, and Yves Montand.

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The Oldest Private Residence In Geneva - Maison Tavel
House Museum Kevin Durst 12/18/25 House Museum Kevin Durst 12/18/25

The Oldest Private Residence In Geneva - Maison Tavel

Located in the heart of the Old Town, Maison Tavel is the oldest private residence still standing in Geneva — a rare surviving example of medieval civil architecture in Switzerland.

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Crowned By A Gilded Statue Of Virgin Mary - Notre Dame des Doms
Houses of Worship Kevin Durst 11/27/25 Houses of Worship Kevin Durst 11/27/25

Crowned By A Gilded Statue Of Virgin Mary - Notre Dame des Doms

Notre-Dame des Doms has survived sieges, religious wars, and the political upheavals of the French Revolution.

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A Danish National Romantic Masterpiece - Copenhagen City Hall
Historic Sites Kevin Durst 10/23/25 Historic Sites Kevin Durst 10/23/25

A Danish National Romantic Masterpiece - Copenhagen City Hall

Tucked between Rådhuspladsen and Tivoli Gardens lies one of Copenhagen’s most surprising landmarks—a working City Hall ..

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Iceland’s Second Largest City - Akureyri
City Walks Kevin Durst 10/16/25 City Walks Kevin Durst 10/16/25

Iceland’s Second Largest City - Akureyri

Often called the “Iceland’s Capital of the North,” Akureyri offers a charming mix of culture, small-town comfort, and easy access to nature.

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Small Town Island Charm - Block Island, RI
Beach Towns Kevin Durst 10/2/25 Beach Towns Kevin Durst 10/2/25

Small Town Island Charm - Block Island, RI

Only seven miles long and three miles wide, Block Island offers the perfect mix of natural beauty, seaside charm, and a wonderfully unhurried pace.

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Iceland’s Highlands - Isafjordur & Dynjandifoss
Adventure Kevin Durst 9/25/25 Adventure Kevin Durst 9/25/25

Iceland’s Highlands - Isafjordur & Dynjandifoss

Traveling here felt less like sightseeing and more like stepping into a living, breathing National Geographic scene.

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One Of The Most Modern Opera Houses In The World - Copenhagen Opera House
Impressive Architecture Kevin Durst 9/11/25 Impressive Architecture Kevin Durst 9/11/25

One Of The Most Modern Opera Houses In The World - Copenhagen Opera House

The Copenhagen Opera House combines the refined simplicity of Scandinavian design with bold, modern ambition.

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42 Floors Of Learning - The Cathedral Of Learning
Historic Sites Kevin Durst 8/28/25 Historic Sites Kevin Durst 8/28/25

42 Floors Of Learning - The Cathedral Of Learning

The Gothic Revival skyscraper was commissioned in 1921 and inspired local industries to donate steel, cement, elevators, glass, plumbing, and heating elements.

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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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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 Park With An African-American Past - Central Park, NYC
City Walks Kevin Durst 6/12/25 City Walks Kevin Durst 6/12/25

A Park With An African-American Past - Central Park, NYC

In the pre-Civil War days, the property that Central Park now occupies was a thriving African-American community called Seneca Village.

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Preserving & Interpreting History On Eastern Long Island - Cutchogue Village Green
Historic Sites Kevin Durst 4/11/25 Historic Sites Kevin Durst 4/11/25

Preserving & Interpreting History On Eastern Long Island - Cutchogue Village Green

Located on Long Island’s North Fork, Cutchogue is known for its scenic rural landscapes, vineyards, and historic charm. The Village Green itself is a peaceful, picturesque park surrounded by beautiful old buildings and homes.

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A Modernist Roman Catholic Church in Morocco - Notre Dame de Lourdes, Casablanca
Houses of Worship Kevin Durst 1/31/25 Houses of Worship Kevin Durst 1/31/25

A Modernist Roman Catholic Church in Morocco - Notre Dame de Lourdes, Casablanca

The modern-looking Notre Dame de Lourdes Church in Casablanca was built in 1954 by architect Achille Dangleterre and engineer Gaston Zimmer.

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The 3rd Oldest Higher Education Institution In The U.S. - Yale University
Historic Sites Kevin Durst 1/31/25 Historic Sites Kevin Durst 1/31/25

The 3rd Oldest Higher Education Institution In The U.S. - Yale University

Yale University is located in New Haven, Connecticut, and was initially founded as the Collegiate School in 1701 to train ministers and political leaders.

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New York City’s First Designated Historic District Is Here - Brooklyn Part II
City Walks Kevin Durst 1/17/25 City Walks Kevin Durst 1/17/25

New York City’s First Designated Historic District Is Here - Brooklyn Part II

Brooklyn Heights is one of New York City's most historic neighborhoods. In the 1830s, steam ferries made it America's first suburb.

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