tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-74220948470231782562024-03-28T21:43:03.114+05:30Anki On The MoveAward Winning Travel Blogger & Vlogger!Ankionthemovehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975209562434289902noreply@blogger.comBlogger536125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7422094847023178256.post-36502351732884163472023-03-23T16:23:00.002+05:302023-03-23T16:23:13.023+05:30Hawk’s Nest Highway | Upper Delaware Scenic Byway<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<i>“When the Motorbikes vroom and race on the twisty curvy roads along the Hawk’s Nest Scenic Byway that got popular as was featured in BMW Commercials, Porsche Ad, Dr. Strange Marvel Movie Lamborghini Scene and a few others, it hugs parallelly the <a href="https://upperdelawarecouncil.org/did-you-know/fact-2/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Hawk’s nest</span></a> winding cliff on one side and a two-foot thick stone wall hundreds of feet above the Delaware River on the other..... The lush greenery, the Spring flowers, and the plethora of Waterfalls in the region make it an interesting place to visit along Route 97." </i></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><i><br /></i></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaj53-vx6hFehJ4R9S5OIta9dI9Lo_c79somWhN7u65AMK9_vE8kDQa_10g1KqM0F6swX1KbJjFS67Drl_9AZAo9TwoYVwqIUcgXh4YiuEgCj1N3EY63OefR5SwOWztP28DSgO7c8lY0CY/s800/DelawareWaterGap46.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="435" data-original-width="800" height="1063" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaj53-vx6hFehJ4R9S5OIta9dI9Lo_c79somWhN7u65AMK9_vE8kDQa_10g1KqM0F6swX1KbJjFS67Drl_9AZAo9TwoYVwqIUcgXh4YiuEgCj1N3EY63OefR5SwOWztP28DSgO7c8lY0CY/w1954-h1063/DelawareWaterGap46.jpg" width="1954" /></a></div><i><br /></i>
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I paused myself for a minute at the overlook parking sites, to look down at the quaint river that had river rafters paddling down, the lush greenery surrounding the region, and the marvel of watching rush in the eyes of the Bikers. </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjooqW3psbk3aCVbiysO6IQU3oL400oJiIGMwqCeOGjYjEkfp_GffJfvO6ThBJFZKPK2cYERFW0BnaDZEhUpn8wyyaSfkBqCVnApwdjD639s2wnaIcJwz_dbvMSAcD9ZpGkqwymqshW9Tkc/s800/DelawareWaterGap45_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="1466" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjooqW3psbk3aCVbiysO6IQU3oL400oJiIGMwqCeOGjYjEkfp_GffJfvO6ThBJFZKPK2cYERFW0BnaDZEhUpn8wyyaSfkBqCVnApwdjD639s2wnaIcJwz_dbvMSAcD9ZpGkqwymqshW9Tkc/w1954-h1466/DelawareWaterGap45_1.jpg" width="1954" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP2FdBCWTsMDiiwJ2BpvETzwOtzsIpvqGMretX3oGkyhqDCKXu993IZqeWIrpxBsdVrSrtm57rpT5tE9OhUus7aSmiUVDwTQj9IkuYnVeRgIcGZNp6hY2mW8XPpW7SOKnCo72Rltwp3fGd/s800/DelawareWaterGap47_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="800" height="1100" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP2FdBCWTsMDiiwJ2BpvETzwOtzsIpvqGMretX3oGkyhqDCKXu993IZqeWIrpxBsdVrSrtm57rpT5tE9OhUus7aSmiUVDwTQj9IkuYnVeRgIcGZNp6hY2mW8XPpW7SOKnCo72Rltwp3fGd/w1954-h1100/DelawareWaterGap47_1.jpg" width="1954" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTc0MNW0nMN27mpFRxaPQsPmOG4j4V_QHbFROGd7W_4KDcCh6cYTQcD1gVlxmpmcDb7AcGtGFUuMwhUbgWwShuTH0TOThJyuPIFAWCMyF1Q30hyphenhyphens0Q2W_wQwRSVU2sMc0CT5xc5WXxO-q8/s800/DelawareWaterGap48_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="505" data-original-width="800" height="986" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTc0MNW0nMN27mpFRxaPQsPmOG4j4V_QHbFROGd7W_4KDcCh6cYTQcD1gVlxmpmcDb7AcGtGFUuMwhUbgWwShuTH0TOThJyuPIFAWCMyF1Q30hyphenhyphens0Q2W_wQwRSVU2sMc0CT5xc5WXxO-q8/w1563-h986/DelawareWaterGap48_1.jpg" width="1563" /></a></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">The region is a beautiful mix of slow and fast intertwined together in the universal randomness of being. This snake road with twists and turns lasts for a very short while though. But there’s still plenty to do! ”
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<b><u>Raymondskills Falls, <a href="https://www.poconomountains.com/listing/delaware-water-gap-national-recreation-area-biking/1797/?gclid=Cj0KCQjw8e-gBhD0ARIsAJiDsaW9MAGZwoCJ3Aco_1a2A7YhIobnXvjUM-Jszql97sd7K_Mg8ATwUecaApUhEALw_wcB"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Delaware Water Gap National Recreational Area</span></a>:</u></b> This is an easy peasy trail of 0.4 miles from the parking lot. It is more like a walk on the wooden boardwalk steps than the hike. And anyone will be able to do it. The waterfall along the cliff is amazing! </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdTunV9CIV2lnD8_iRvPvv7wtm0-X8lJG9H_BoWEHf9rHyRBl3DDnktM89z7YCwkcRK8EU-8WwU7s8r47Wkmlm-wN8JM88Il0YRruj5ZhonCWv7qMjdvfIwRkq9Ff_eVTxIKvz74y4ZiEE/s800/DelawareWaterGap14_1.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdTunV9CIV2lnD8_iRvPvv7wtm0-X8lJG9H_BoWEHf9rHyRBl3DDnktM89z7YCwkcRK8EU-8WwU7s8r47Wkmlm-wN8JM88Il0YRruj5ZhonCWv7qMjdvfIwRkq9Ff_eVTxIKvz74y4ZiEE/w1250-h938/DelawareWaterGap14_1.jpg" width="1250" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><br /></td></tr></tbody></table><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcY86LwP3KROU7pV5th2S_QQBhHZYqoS08B97aaTQqpBQ7wwSxaHKA6Gmvx7H-MOxXG1zxYPm1FrviV5I839CBr9_ft6Hwu0okweC3iEs3v-gmHROCE6zAKpUZFbqH3I6TyW9cVGm3dcJp/s800/DelawareWaterGap19_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="800" height="704" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcY86LwP3KROU7pV5th2S_QQBhHZYqoS08B97aaTQqpBQ7wwSxaHKA6Gmvx7H-MOxXG1zxYPm1FrviV5I839CBr9_ft6Hwu0okweC3iEs3v-gmHROCE6zAKpUZFbqH3I6TyW9cVGm3dcJp/w1250-h704/DelawareWaterGap19_2.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjSW73Oubh4Z5xfolCRkfcRe1RNmNMHwojXCkGq-xAhbQQKV6LxnisiImS_r7A5x2IIZVftOJ2Vqqq2fZ_YbB-0Nvwqx-7hRrVEjuL5DLn7C_xqpa-DaXWyxqg8zYJr8GyKFtsQpZu0otC/s1067/DelawareWaterGap21_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1563" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjSW73Oubh4Z5xfolCRkfcRe1RNmNMHwojXCkGq-xAhbQQKV6LxnisiImS_r7A5x2IIZVftOJ2Vqqq2fZ_YbB-0Nvwqx-7hRrVEjuL5DLn7C_xqpa-DaXWyxqg8zYJr8GyKFtsQpZu0otC/w1173-h1563/DelawareWaterGap21_3.jpg" width="1173" /></a></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfgE6_0TmhQegrRKd-x9F8jthBtrklgzydx-ThrS-Yk6AnDv653ivqLZaTojuNuVnweJOwuZY7I2wdk0uwrKFvdEH5QYfW8LNxKLApuNxA_lO0I3g0HtLHsEnEKFn_m_QtDSQB9A-ASl7H/s800/DelawareWaterGap1_4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfgE6_0TmhQegrRKd-x9F8jthBtrklgzydx-ThrS-Yk6AnDv653ivqLZaTojuNuVnweJOwuZY7I2wdk0uwrKFvdEH5QYfW8LNxKLApuNxA_lO0I3g0HtLHsEnEKFn_m_QtDSQB9A-ASl7H/w1250-h938/DelawareWaterGap1_4.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXCfABjFZ_Ns0ug5mVYn80RHZ4x_aYhZdprqIAlENU9lbFcWGUPP0y6Bj0cNBDMAFp1J5EIp3xVt2I5Ci9HuU1HXKYYvva2ntlP97V_utfUEziWj_2KptjdLpJWUu_dUblDJ36yKaEaR69/s800/DelawareWaterGap22_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhXCfABjFZ_Ns0ug5mVYn80RHZ4x_aYhZdprqIAlENU9lbFcWGUPP0y6Bj0cNBDMAFp1J5EIp3xVt2I5Ci9HuU1HXKYYvva2ntlP97V_utfUEziWj_2KptjdLpJWUu_dUblDJ36yKaEaR69/w1250-h938/DelawareWaterGap22_3.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">On our way out, we can check the off-road path to the bottom of the fall where people swim. We did not go there as that was blocked due to broken trees. We didn’t do it but it is suggested online.
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<b><u>Shohola Falls, Poconos:</u></b> Just 20 min drive from Raymondskills Falls is Shohola Falls. This is a 0.6-mile loop from the parking lot. The trail begins with marked steps cutting across the woods and thereafter you can follow the path along the meadow to the waterfall lookout. When we went, the path wasn’t a proper trial and hence was slippery at times. We however found that Fishermen were having a great time at the lookout. 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Fairly big parking lot, a short walk from there will get you to the view you want to see. But we never did that, and never knew about it as there was no network in the region when we had arrived. There are plenty of other sites and marking trails in the Poconos, that one can also explore during their visit to Port Javis.
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<b><u>Riverside Creamery: </u></b> We did not go to this Creamery during our visit. But I thought it was worth mentioning here, as people have talked about delicious ice cream with a great view. Some flavors mentioned online is Vanilla icecream with Raspberry Sauce, Deep fried ice cream, Panda paw Sundae, etc.
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<b><u>Roebling Aqueduct Bridge:</u></b> Roebling's Delaware Aqueduct, also known as the Roebling Bridge, is the oldest existing wire suspension bridge in the United States.
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<b><u>Park Avenue Observatory:</u></b> The observatory is on Rt 42 just before existing Port Javis.
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<b><u>Fox n Hare Brewing Company:</u></b> We haven’t been there but it's known for great brewery along the charming street for beer and burgers.
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There are other sites such as Dingman’s Falls…etc.
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> They served us plenty of good food, such as a burger with Chicken patty, Fried eggs, Kimchi, and Miso and Cilantro. Another one had homemade sausage, chipotle meal, fried onion, and cheese crusts.</span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh932NCo5Ehj3LIkFRN8BcAxZeLPLJJKAZkOXHpkyQDNf7pXiyAbxs2PbzTUqhkblH8E1dima0NCVVmRxVobkabjWX9tVVqcFgi17vq8b9UnCDWfdojtPlHSr5rNofcAQvmXs-MFUArS1o2/s1067/FingerLakes8_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1563" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh932NCo5Ehj3LIkFRN8BcAxZeLPLJJKAZkOXHpkyQDNf7pXiyAbxs2PbzTUqhkblH8E1dima0NCVVmRxVobkabjWX9tVVqcFgi17vq8b9UnCDWfdojtPlHSr5rNofcAQvmXs-MFUArS1o2/w1173-h1563/FingerLakes8_3.jpg" width="1173" /></a></div><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a;">Located in Penn Yan, which is famous for Buckwheat and local flavors, </span><a href="https://spottedduck.com"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><i>Spotted Duck Creamery</i></span></a><span style="color: #0e101a;"> is one of its kind, as it uses original Duck eggs for its frozen custard. </span></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS_6tdxcQyzzl1dLc69P9oaiPdQl0ZGfsfqa8Gmmx7EqP0sW53NW-gjHX2JQDMUbDDritJFVQKXp3GZdAUg-G-0H5Iwc5Rtk3qMRYN4XLlu0BipoyCpm4Y79vhMnYOM4UwdF0twvp8DXLF/s800/FingerLakes14_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiS_6tdxcQyzzl1dLc69P9oaiPdQl0ZGfsfqa8Gmmx7EqP0sW53NW-gjHX2JQDMUbDDritJFVQKXp3GZdAUg-G-0H5Iwc5Rtk3qMRYN4XLlu0BipoyCpm4Y79vhMnYOM4UwdF0twvp8DXLF/w1250-h938/FingerLakes14_2.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">They said to us, "Duck eggs make creamier and tastier ice cream. It takes about 15 min to churn. We churn it right on the sidewalk of our store. The churn equipment is an old-style retrofitted Ice and Salt churn. These are three foil, and inside is food-grade antifreeze so that our ice cream canister sets right down to it. "</span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Of course, it's a must-stop with a flight of gourmet ice-creams. Some of the flavors that stuck to my mind were Super Stout, Dairy-Free Candied Coconut, Elderberry Port Reserve, etc.</span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><u style="color: #0e101a; font-weight: bold;">Muranda Cheese Company. </u><span style="color: #0e101a;">A little detour from the usual fare, is </span><a href="https://www.murandacheese.com"><i><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Muranda Cheese Company</span></i></a><span style="color: #0e101a;">. An old establishment in the area, this barn is surrounded by their own farm. They have quick cheese tastings in which they do make you taste different varieties of cheese. I would say, my experience neither was too good nor too bad, but it left me wanting for more. This place would make a perfect venue for a farm style wedding.</span></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Some of the notable variants of Cheese that we tasted were - Red Buddy Cheese(Crunchy Cheese), Bel Celio(to be used in pasta sauce), Gotcha Gouda(that pairs with Cider), Dilli Girl(cheese with dill and garlic), Muranda Blue(to use it as seasoning on salads), etc. </span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><b><u><br /></u></b></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">If you have time, do not forget to visit other places in the area. For example, Seneca Lake State Park has a finger lakes visitor center, and also has an iconic IloveFingerLakes billboard. One can also enjoy a pleasant stroll in and around the state park. The Army Depot White Deer has white deers, so one can visit their tours as well. </div>
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Ankionthemovehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975209562434289902noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7422094847023178256.post-64679494089988934242022-06-23T17:30:00.001+05:302022-06-23T17:30:00.270+05:30Finger Lakes Wines : Inside the Winemaking Process and Wine Tasting<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<em style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">"We want our wines balanced. I believe that each wine here should reflect the fruit. We certainly have to do some things while making the wine but we want our Chardonnay to taste like Chardonnay and not like the Oak Barrels,</em><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> " says Gene Pierce the owner of Glenora Wine Cellars in Finger Lakes. </span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a;">Today as we reflect upon the dynamic scene of Finger Lake's Wine & Beer trail, we learn how wine is made, stored, and bottled at our first stop at </span><a href="https://www.glenora.com/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><i>Glenora Wine Cellars</i></span></a><span style="color: #0e101a;"> located at the South Side of Seneca Lake.</span></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUwhn8NLW_1hGkzm2KkBqb-CV951gfKewPVPJkptub2lUdqrEjXsWILUVzzaKEo20P0aFjkTKgDGQkpOwPumGyutfKHqWdjS745nKIy9IzBZIbaCy0F0vS1fhS83pS8euQmMwe_InLSww0/s800/GlenoraFingerLakes0_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUwhn8NLW_1hGkzm2KkBqb-CV951gfKewPVPJkptub2lUdqrEjXsWILUVzzaKEo20P0aFjkTKgDGQkpOwPumGyutfKHqWdjS745nKIy9IzBZIbaCy0F0vS1fhS83pS8euQmMwe_InLSww0/w1250-h938/GlenoraFingerLakes0_1.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div>
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<strong style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><u style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Glenora Vineyard: </span></u></strong><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Overlooking the Seneca Lake, Glenora Vineyard is a picturesque Vineyard located in the Finger Lakes. As we walked into the Vineyard, we even saw Green lush grapes on the Vines. </span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4wfUd1D-8MM3krkhuqGsQNy_qfr15rSWi4MN4LL56VTm6uOcMcFOL8mQ5HyuqKAhE2Nu05m8biWj0JcSgOWYX5jQP_KkwzR0FyffrNLqz4eap_F26ODDi09uBkwl2iL-ZE-AucsSnLdxd/s800/GlenoraFingerLakes33_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4wfUd1D-8MM3krkhuqGsQNy_qfr15rSWi4MN4LL56VTm6uOcMcFOL8mQ5HyuqKAhE2Nu05m8biWj0JcSgOWYX5jQP_KkwzR0FyffrNLqz4eap_F26ODDi09uBkwl2iL-ZE-AucsSnLdxd/w1250-h938/GlenoraFingerLakes33_3.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><b><i>September </i></b>must be the ideal month to come here, for the weather was pleasant and our mood was jubilant. Truth be told, the ideal time to take pictures would be now when the sampling hasn't started yet. Because once the tours and the sampling starts, we get so engrossed in the practicality of knowing what goes behind the scenes, that often we forget taking pictures. </div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span><a name='more'></a></span><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihndhO63IGiwwJXYc_28lFdCXPVuYWaTitvdTNajCWgU-3d8ACb0SgfYytvl1HHlqA1K0-iw6vz5xWZ7rTigyN1CUWvrWTvbszGohJW3CA60gJEAukEXsdhhGvs4KXVUwJNWqcp42YY8-T/s1067/GlenoraFingerLakes31_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEihndhO63IGiwwJXYc_28lFdCXPVuYWaTitvdTNajCWgU-3d8ACb0SgfYytvl1HHlqA1K0-iw6vz5xWZ7rTigyN1CUWvrWTvbszGohJW3CA60gJEAukEXsdhhGvs4KXVUwJNWqcp42YY8-T/w938-h1250/GlenoraFingerLakes31_2.jpg" width="938" /></a></div><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Gene tells us, " <i>We make 800 wines per acre. That's about 4000 tonnes of wine per acre. And we have got about 10 pounds of grape per Vine. And that 10 pounds of grape would take roughly four bottles of wine. The concentrated wines, such as Icewines, make roughly one bottle of wine per vine."</i></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAuGbMCKjpSj84MXGKeXhy_Qqb3zMmbYJY9N5uG6SB7GaQoBuZoCx9TIdA3QwjvCGbfW2LnPUMsU1AYPoOu_Phdy5t25UPoqfewBwtvwn9C6j-h1HLGaqjPpYkmOSumBYwzFgrZDYjM8Ag/s1067/GlenoraFingerLakes6_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAuGbMCKjpSj84MXGKeXhy_Qqb3zMmbYJY9N5uG6SB7GaQoBuZoCx9TIdA3QwjvCGbfW2LnPUMsU1AYPoOu_Phdy5t25UPoqfewBwtvwn9C6j-h1HLGaqjPpYkmOSumBYwzFgrZDYjM8Ag/w938-h1250/GlenoraFingerLakes6_2.jpg" width="938" /></a></div></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b><u>Pressing</u></b></li></ul></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Pointing towards the two tin pressing barrels in our back, he says,
<i>"The winemaking process starts with the pressing operation. Think of these barrels as the tin can laying on the side with a whole bunch of tiny holes in it. Inside the tin can is a balloon bladder. So we pour the grapes inside the Tin can, and then we inflate the balloon. The inflation results in gently pressing the grapes from all sides, and the juice comes out through the holes. We apply gentle pressure on the grapes is because we don't want to break the seeds. The grape juice then flows into catching trays and is pumped into the tanks in the winery. " </i></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3Sv6M-KiSqhNHCriuVOJQeW-kmxXHWcdHlaovBAotYEFyvrKxc4FO8MX7ZXTvDa87IJRkD3lldgbLh3FcWSL7qjRAcveqZ1LxwpeLpH_jBAfR4qDBbYLUtXl1GzoP6ewNtJbILCmmUoyQ/s800/GlenoraFingerLakes7_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj3Sv6M-KiSqhNHCriuVOJQeW-kmxXHWcdHlaovBAotYEFyvrKxc4FO8MX7ZXTvDa87IJRkD3lldgbLh3FcWSL7qjRAcveqZ1LxwpeLpH_jBAfR4qDBbYLUtXl1GzoP6ewNtJbILCmmUoyQ/w1250-h938/GlenoraFingerLakes7_1.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTK7L1U00HhX7pvoZBcJiynvyXtazdN3M6DX3re_8QXesc5nZZ5EfIOmlb6CWMSw-xegk6XyFGkpLWw0v_pUqRo2pYZaKC52KUQy5BPskoE-Iw0R80Hlm4bEutUWGD4dtIl4KSACurE-Be/s800/GlenoraFingerLakes8_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="450" data-original-width="800" height="704" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTK7L1U00HhX7pvoZBcJiynvyXtazdN3M6DX3re_8QXesc5nZZ5EfIOmlb6CWMSw-xegk6XyFGkpLWw0v_pUqRo2pYZaKC52KUQy5BPskoE-Iw0R80Hlm4bEutUWGD4dtIl4KSACurE-Be/w1250-h704/GlenoraFingerLakes8_1.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEobD-punNFmoqXiP-2th4-mbQje410FUn5QhewZ-kagZ9AsFfYCYRDnbUPGaKVwjMI6pfv-Ny476Zhusz2-m9SW9IUraa0gABmBM9yLmc_1bgXI010INy5TsdKqwjXvvT9tggEyFafV9d/s1422/GlenoraFingerLakes9_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1422" data-original-width="800" height="1563" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhEobD-punNFmoqXiP-2th4-mbQje410FUn5QhewZ-kagZ9AsFfYCYRDnbUPGaKVwjMI6pfv-Ny476Zhusz2-m9SW9IUraa0gABmBM9yLmc_1bgXI010INy5TsdKqwjXvvT9tggEyFafV9d/w880-h1563/GlenoraFingerLakes9_3.jpg" width="880" /></a></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">There is one exception to the rule, however. The red pigment from the red wines, just like apples, comes from mainly the skin than from the flesh. Hence, they add the yeast and let it ferment in the heat so that pigments and the juice break down. </span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b><u>Fermentation</u></b></li></ul></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBmw7Ee7bZvG52LveuB7pH9hSnMVQxHB0vSzUlrYgjW4Ivwk_EiqpSvIrVewAY3dVqEcsFD5RvmkcCG-agDi21zVNr8UMVBWaOBQtyIm94cGOdyq3h0Jk38atNrlIBDeDtRX2vl8jQaq0n/s1067/GlenoraFingerLakes28_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBmw7Ee7bZvG52LveuB7pH9hSnMVQxHB0vSzUlrYgjW4Ivwk_EiqpSvIrVewAY3dVqEcsFD5RvmkcCG-agDi21zVNr8UMVBWaOBQtyIm94cGOdyq3h0Jk38atNrlIBDeDtRX2vl8jQaq0n/w938-h1250/GlenoraFingerLakes28_3.jpg" width="938" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpeU1q6dFTuzvy2tgdey3zZzkvVrcbJjw8Frv0yTSwgqKidLpix7OpnE42Zkp4tyTsIqmlIatDo79mtx8q_80gnsgxO92VqwkMnASeKKAxFIjo5FwI44vgkONs2qdB0BHj5yjSgk7-MCIf/s800/GlenoraFingerLakes29_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpeU1q6dFTuzvy2tgdey3zZzkvVrcbJjw8Frv0yTSwgqKidLpix7OpnE42Zkp4tyTsIqmlIatDo79mtx8q_80gnsgxO92VqwkMnASeKKAxFIjo5FwI44vgkONs2qdB0BHj5yjSgk7-MCIf/w1250-h938/GlenoraFingerLakes29_2.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">As we walked inside the production chambers, tons of barrels awaited us.
They use these barrels for fermentation and aging of varieties of wines such as the Chardonnay and the Pinot Blanc.</span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><b><u>Wine Tasting</u></b></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">We were having the wine sample of Cabernet Franc - one of the most popular red wine varietal from here. Cabernet Francs is a full-bodied, rich red wine with a lingering finish and gentle tannins. </span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">The Cabernet Francs that we had was a 2016 wine. One of the staff at the venue recalls that it was a hot year and a fantastic year for red wines. It was our California year, he says. What made people a little nervous was that year had a little bit of drought, but we weren't affected that much because the wines here are dependent on Vineyard Size.</span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">One of the staff explains, " You see, Wines have roots that grow deep in the ground. So when you have wine that has lots of soil, then the wine has deeper reservoir water. In that case, the wines can survive a few weeks without water because the wine is set 6-7 feet under the soil to keep it going. Whereas if one has wines growing in shallow soil, the wines would run out of the water after a couple of weeks and be stressed out. All in all, it was a bit of a challenging year, but it worked for us. "</span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Gene continues, "Because there are actual pores, it enhances the speed of the aging process and picks up some flavors from the oak."</span></div></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b><u>Sparkling Wine | Yeast, and More...</u></b></li></ul></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">After we looked inside the vaults of the barrels, we walked into the next stage, where we had yeast going on for sparkling wines, which we were lucky enough to see. They offered us samples of Sparkling wine. </span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">The demand for Sparkling wines is enormous, and Glenora was one of the early ones(since the 1880s) to make Sparkling Wines made out of Pinot Blanc and Chardonnay.
The yeast that we saw gets shifted to another tank where sugar is added and capped. After it has consumed the Chardonnay in 6-9 weeks, the yeast that has no sugar left starts to become dormant and begins to settle and break down. The longer you have yeast, the stronger the flavors get. There'll then be extended yeast in it. As the yeast comes up, fruit diminishes, and the drink becomes more on the yeasty side. What we were having was on yeast for three years, i.e., 2015. </span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><em style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></em></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b><u>The Egg Shaped Concrete Cask Fermentation Process</u></b></li></ul></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">The Egg-Shape cask also serves a purpose. The designs of barrels are such that the shape and the material help in further fermentation. The wines are fermented at the bottom of the concrete casks and raise the air upwards and heat everything. When people stir it, it gives flavor and body to the wine. </span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Another variety of wines that they carry are the ice-wines. We were lucky to be served Ice-wines on the porch of an inside restaurant that had a great view. </span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Gene says, "During winters, the water inside the grape freezes whereas the fresh hasn't. Since it's a bit more solid, it does not freeze. We pick the grapes by hand from Dec to Feb. After we pick them, we directly send them to the press. The juice that hasn't frozen comes out in the press, hence it a real concentration of fruit flavors and the juice, and then you ferment it. That is why these wines are sweeter, more intense, more fruit".</span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">In the end, Gene and I took a stroll into the Vineyard. Our visit to the Vineyard did end on a sweet note of fresh air, hanging grapes, a view of the mighty Seneca Lake, and Great Wines. What else could we want more..!</span></div>
Ankionthemovehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975209562434289902noreply@blogger.com3tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7422094847023178256.post-36595196087095036372022-06-16T12:32:00.002+05:302022-06-16T12:32:00.201+05:30Watkins Glen | Neaby Excursions - Apple Farm, Animal Sanctuary<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu196LEHbqvd6dWKPE2IS4x-0d50M093djdw2FrFlJawHKexhyh_MiZm9FhZ73XJd7JIPVNFU-PNZezzYlfpCJ803dZs3yhTRvyRb4O1EnTBV4MtzKIEt0EcRrXvtlpk7-AvknLJEvm4SL/s800/WatkinsGlen12_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhu196LEHbqvd6dWKPE2IS4x-0d50M093djdw2FrFlJawHKexhyh_MiZm9FhZ73XJd7JIPVNFU-PNZezzYlfpCJ803dZs3yhTRvyRb4O1EnTBV4MtzKIEt0EcRrXvtlpk7-AvknLJEvm4SL/w1250-h938/WatkinsGlen12_1.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt; text-align: center;"><i>Your mere existence in an open barn in the Animal Sanctuary will be soothing and filled with purpose. Meanwhile, if you want to experience farm-to-table and U-picking there may not be better place than the Reisinger's Apple Country. </i></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><b><u><a href="https://fingerlakesfarmcountry.com/listings/reisingers-apple-countryllc/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Apples and Moore</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a;">(Formely Reisinger's Apple Country)</span></u></b></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">This family-run, family-friendly apple farm makes for a delightful visit. Not only were we served local food made from local homegrown ingredients on our platter, but they also told us about their famous apple cider donuts during fall, their fruit-picking U-farm, and their gluten-free food. </span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /><b><i>
Did you know?</i></b> Penn Yan in Finger Lakes is also known for its Buckwheat. So, it's easy to go gluten-free in Finger Lakes.
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</span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><div style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">The farm owner says, "I was once working at Cornell. After I quit Cornell, I joined the farm. We have some 20 varieties of food, regional items, and two units of cider donuts here. If you look outside the window, you may see the little farm stand from the original sales in 1995".
</span></div></span></div></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><strong style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><u style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Fruit Picking - Apples & Peaches</span></u></strong></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">He continues, "Apple picking is standard, whereas peach picking does not happen everywhere. Here, U-pick for peaches occurs twice a year. The difference between Apples and Peaches is that the Apples grow narrow and tall, whereas the peaches grow flat." </span></div><div><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">He further continues, " Most travelers aren't big pickers but usually locals who come here every weekend. We also get about 1000s of children from school every year. We also get many international folks as Corning incorporates fruit picking as a team-building activity. It was one day that we got people from 27 countries." He felt proud as he says so, his face beaming with a sense of achievement. </span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Talking of some of the struggles of keeping Apple Farm, he says, "The Deers get on the farm, and there are also Bears around here. So, their families and friends watch around it. Lots of these trees have tree guards on; we sometimes even paint them in white."</span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBB97oYjJhe9pCwXqgjORWZUaKvYz28ipQrnGHU1aFDQlGyUe6mv-lgvhQIaFDd2b-9aOcgCNYF1Z8fLJDKV4I3R-_-YoEZ0grlnbsAovwDG9ki83Tf4B6E3-SsIwOmMXXvLIG8nlMSmtF/s1067/WatkinsGlen17_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1563" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBB97oYjJhe9pCwXqgjORWZUaKvYz28ipQrnGHU1aFDQlGyUe6mv-lgvhQIaFDd2b-9aOcgCNYF1Z8fLJDKV4I3R-_-YoEZ0grlnbsAovwDG9ki83Tf4B6E3-SsIwOmMXXvLIG8nlMSmtF/w1173-h1563/WatkinsGlen17_2.jpg" width="1173" /></a></div></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYkQQXp3c2GhfLdnyfStNr_BTl5plcVEnZICHZvgnZktYOuTkUfYFo1l-_pgjRGAroeyArpB4CijOv3WVa3K74hfM6UZkukRVN4Egxm-hkmozNAbovYla5b17LEO3bVJLyLWqWq-I50o9v/s800/WatkinsGlen14_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiYkQQXp3c2GhfLdnyfStNr_BTl5plcVEnZICHZvgnZktYOuTkUfYFo1l-_pgjRGAroeyArpB4CijOv3WVa3K74hfM6UZkukRVN4Egxm-hkmozNAbovYla5b17LEO3bVJLyLWqWq-I50o9v/w1250-h938/WatkinsGlen14_1.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTwTlsw0UqzPjzXtgXuS26RC3VhBF-_RlKYqxl6sME_JcXdi9p4ojpHpkicckfFXSQR-__enq6qSRST0lL2cfnTO7o3nMf34KL9mdtJ0KQzje8f0z4wyqmfLECC1cyp5lJoFnxZ5cWjf9O/s1067/WatkinsGlen16_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1563" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiTwTlsw0UqzPjzXtgXuS26RC3VhBF-_RlKYqxl6sME_JcXdi9p4ojpHpkicckfFXSQR-__enq6qSRST0lL2cfnTO7o3nMf34KL9mdtJ0KQzje8f0z4wyqmfLECC1cyp5lJoFnxZ5cWjf9O/w1173-h1563/WatkinsGlen16_2.jpg" width="1173" /></a></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a;">He continues, " In Geneva, </span><a href="https://flxtable.com/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">F.L.X Table</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a;"> is an award-winning restaurant awarded by US8 - Best Winery Restaurant. There, we have a fixed menu by the chef and all the options of wine. You can pick wines according to the taste that resonates with the palette, whether sweet, dry, or country style. We also serve wines from the private collection because we are doing food and wine together; you can leave the cork in the bottle as the wine gets exposed to oxygen otherwise. </span></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio_SdRxuuNnygcRBfP9HmSFgU7GGGzc_Q-e2T1nLb632RQsJUHEedgidmoQrN3NXjUR-Lid_zUWzvBvgeXKIHFTAR-MOp23dOIWZMLBFwoVjUFSh-mGwM32mx0Kup43TgShdHkvPB665Dh/s1067/WatkinsGlen6_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1563" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEio_SdRxuuNnygcRBfP9HmSFgU7GGGzc_Q-e2T1nLb632RQsJUHEedgidmoQrN3NXjUR-Lid_zUWzvBvgeXKIHFTAR-MOp23dOIWZMLBFwoVjUFSh-mGwM32mx0Kup43TgShdHkvPB665Dh/w1173-h1563/WatkinsGlen6_3.jpg" width="1173" /></a></div></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a;">"We also have a local winery called </span><a href="https://www.elementwinery.com/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Element Winery</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a;">. It started in 2009, and within a year, we became famous for red wines. There, we let our grapes express themselves without doing much into it. The only exception to it is that we remove the imperfect or damaged berries during the harvest because that would change the smell and the taste. And they are stored in steel bottles. We wanted to create a benchmark for finger lakes wine.", he said. "</span></span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">After we had a tasty lunch at the Apple Farm, we headed to the Farm Sanctuary. </span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">If you are an animal lover, you'd love to come here. Even if you aren't an animal lover, the visit to the farm sanctuary will open your eyes to the realities of these animals and bring awareness to why we must opt for plant-based food over meat because that would save the animal. </span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">When we think of barns, we think of red barns, rolling pastures, and plenty of animals, similar to what we had in the Sanctuary. Here the Sanctuary stood for something more - its role was to protect farm animals, rescue them, and aspire to changes in how society treats farm animals. </span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #0e101a;">Our Sweet volunteer from the </span><a href="https://www.farmsanctuary.org/the-sanctuaries/watkins-glen-ny/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Farm Sanctuary</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a;"> Says, "Today, when we meet our animals, you will see they are no different than our dogs and cats. Most animals raised for meat, dairy, and eggs, spend their lives on large-scale operations with thousands of other animals. Most are packed into cages, pens, and warehouses as tightly as possible to maximize profit. To your right, you will see examples of extreme confinement." </span></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Pointing towards a few cages ahead of us, she says, "See the battery cage for hens used in egg production. Look at this gestation cage for pregnant pigs; Look beyond the words on our eggs package - cage-free and free-range. They are merely deception. </span></div></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL6KXr-wD-Ga1H_whEJ_AGyDuT7wIl_t6Ppi9sjL-psvyX0bXZ2RPF1qj8NkGMnEX1S3fIE34BLAZg6Mg_V0u-1uf456_zG4fmkVTID8ORXeKwzJVOlFkXfOpTz_MW6znWNDZsujABUAL0/s1067/WatkinsGlen31_4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1563" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgL6KXr-wD-Ga1H_whEJ_AGyDuT7wIl_t6Ppi9sjL-psvyX0bXZ2RPF1qj8NkGMnEX1S3fIE34BLAZg6Mg_V0u-1uf456_zG4fmkVTID8ORXeKwzJVOlFkXfOpTz_MW6znWNDZsujABUAL0/w1173-h1563/WatkinsGlen31_4.jpg" width="1173" /></a></div><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQDrzFe1VypUwpRbzbZnYhJuU1RyrqLSOVE3H_weUNqkDbW2brhsrq6M6LfrhFGtHBILseIYUrhVNQDvhCZopjVZibws9tpPtLEJBRSzMMXdDvoDnac4BhSSwikZ5JM45risy8x_PBWepm/s1067/WatkinsGlen0_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1563" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQDrzFe1VypUwpRbzbZnYhJuU1RyrqLSOVE3H_weUNqkDbW2brhsrq6M6LfrhFGtHBILseIYUrhVNQDvhCZopjVZibws9tpPtLEJBRSzMMXdDvoDnac4BhSSwikZ5JM45risy8x_PBWepm/w1173-h1563/WatkinsGlen0_3.jpg" width="1173" /></a></div></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div>
<div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Animals are so tightly confined that they don't have enough space to turn around and even lie down. And many of the animals are raised this way, not going outdoors their entire lives. Unfortunately, 99% of animals in America are raised this way."</div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><u>What more did we see?</u></div>
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Like humans, animals also carry bacteria. We were told hence to wash our hands before we entered the Sanctuary. No food was allowed with us because we had to remember we were guests around the animal's home. We were also told some of these Animals might be shy because of the abuse they have gone through.
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Before they were rescued, some of these animals were trapped inside with no access to clean water and food. They were so scared on their arrival here that they would not leave the Barn because they hadn't seen sunlight before. And now, many of them are super friendly, super affectionate, and spend all their time together. A little love can heal. And this is a perfect example.
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">A sense of calmness was bestowed upon on, along with many moments of "Awws." We rarely get to see these moments so up close in our city life.
Our first stop was a cow pasture. Our volunteer told us, "Sometimes when we go on these tours, we find 2-hour-old babies. Here, Today a lot of them are over 15. 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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">We then played with the Turkey and The Sheep in their Barn. The next Barn we went to was the Pig Barn. I often thought, "Why are Pigs labeled as food. More importantly, why are pigs seen as dirty/ugly but not cute". That changed when I saw the movie "Babe," the story of a pig raised as livestock.
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Our volunteer continues, "Just like Dogs, they always pee away from home. Pigs sleep 18 hours every single day. Pigs are used to produce more Pigs in the breeding cells, and the cell crate is so small that they can't even turn. Because they are so intelligent, they start picking up on Erratic Behaviors such as Biting on Bars."
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Pointing to Mia, who was rescued, she says," The time she gave birth, the crate was so small she can't even turn to see her piglet. Three weeks or 21 days after they were taken away from their mothers. After that, they go through terrible mutilations - having their eyes taken out, their teeth chipped, their tails chopped. Look at Mia; she does not have a tail. "
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"The mother pig will then be forcibly impregnated by artificial insemination and returned to the gestation cage until the cycle continues until her body is so worn out she can't hold a pregnancy, then she is sent to be slaughtered. ", says she. <br /></span></div>
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<strong style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Then why do we eat them?</strong></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Even though livestock is the primary source of energy waste, water degradation, and many free-range gases in the entire world, we believe that we may need Protein and Calcium found in them. </span></div>
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Humans are the only animals to have milk from another species. Protein is found in every single food we eat. They no longer recommend Diary as a source of Calcium to us as it increases the risk of Cancer. But we still take it, perhaps because we are brainwashed into it.
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<strong style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Why aren't any charges against offenders?</strong></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">These are very normal practices in the industry, and hence there are very few laws to protect the animals. And that was the reason farm sanctuary was started to educate the public - What we eat comes at the cost of the lives of animals who deserve to be loved. And that's a solid message to deliver.
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><i><span><span style="color: #0e101a;">"Rated as 3rd best State Park in all of US, the 19-tiered waterfalls at </span><a href="https://www.fingerlakes.org/attractions/watkins-glen-state-park"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Watkins Glen Gorge Trail</span></a><span style="color: #0e101a;"> is a marvel to watch. Whether it was walking behind the waterfalls at the Cavern Cascade or passing through Tunnels, or learning about the mills used here to churn grains or hear about stories of rappelling down, this gateway falls near Corning is a great summer pause, especially for the lovers of hikes. No wonder the park draws about a million people per month between May to October. "</span></span></i></span></div></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><i><span style="color: #0e101a;"><br /></span></i></span></div><div style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><i><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGpNM4TmN2k_86fFYpcopiTFiKNfJVw7TkK_OAk_jf4RAjJaykH41I9RO7ec56kXpmLIhos59iJQKQuti0joLOCt2pUEMzzoFltXk6sKIEref3xMQWNGPiLHT1_euUaNSopb8tP2kkTSSV/s800/WatkinsGlen16_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGpNM4TmN2k_86fFYpcopiTFiKNfJVw7TkK_OAk_jf4RAjJaykH41I9RO7ec56kXpmLIhos59iJQKQuti0joLOCt2pUEMzzoFltXk6sKIEref3xMQWNGPiLHT1_euUaNSopb8tP2kkTSSV/w1250-h938/WatkinsGlen16_3.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div></i></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">
<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">When we went, a heavy downpour greeted us, and the waterfalls went savage. We were wet yet excited in our ponchos as it was a rare beauty to watch. </span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFuBBNavxm0XS7jtqtbJx_wA2yaU2zCDPT1N1yim-jVsUrEm5kJ-5oyhoiY9kqCr6G2fI_DdzgADzXE-0ISIDwjFjehzat6RSp32DYX346Xq05eSTq-7qMhkuhYC9ARRvTV-Qa09L90PHV/s800/WatkinsGlen7_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjFuBBNavxm0XS7jtqtbJx_wA2yaU2zCDPT1N1yim-jVsUrEm5kJ-5oyhoiY9kqCr6G2fI_DdzgADzXE-0ISIDwjFjehzat6RSp32DYX346Xq05eSTq-7qMhkuhYC9ARRvTV-Qa09L90PHV/w1250-h938/WatkinsGlen7_2.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUOwIB7umbStozBT1IxGlde7cJw6lUTxOt9Jq_V-qStSHh3tC_4uJorWtybx6JJEzBXWYcom-ijIkihXXIM_5jdia2aA7i9Jjh5NNF3q5-nZzIOORG3qxVBqyG8JW_FYg8vbaue36QxrY-/s1067/WatkinsGlen9_4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUOwIB7umbStozBT1IxGlde7cJw6lUTxOt9Jq_V-qStSHh3tC_4uJorWtybx6JJEzBXWYcom-ijIkihXXIM_5jdia2aA7i9Jjh5NNF3q5-nZzIOORG3qxVBqyG8JW_FYg8vbaue36QxrY-/w938-h1250/WatkinsGlen9_4.jpg" width="938" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid9lOH9rSTDh7h3f5HzqPFJAIQfWqjuGjzznG-Kp6JevgG7AKuZ-NKU1OBnhKy8Jq_TNLI-aC-_0zKS6ytKdedfEEnhgVtYNNsdomh_zXZ2yN_byz9U62kfrnKLz9Hnk4jcQQWo1VVKN53/s1067/WatkinsGlen10_4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEid9lOH9rSTDh7h3f5HzqPFJAIQfWqjuGjzznG-Kp6JevgG7AKuZ-NKU1OBnhKy8Jq_TNLI-aC-_0zKS6ytKdedfEEnhgVtYNNsdomh_zXZ2yN_byz9U62kfrnKLz9Hnk4jcQQWo1VVKN53/w938-h1250/WatkinsGlen10_4.jpg" width="938" /></a></div></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">One of the previous visitors to the park said...<i>"Oh, I have been to Watkins Glen Concert during Woodstock as a teenager, and it was astounding!" <span><a name='more'></a></span></i></span></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><i><br /></i></span></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEQR5bybS_iDolvRRJJLzTuAR4DYaaiprc__MeTvvvBiGNC0gPpkh-ep-FfR3HvSamnmLr6aVYQFbWxqYH1wf2pPBCMtrf62LXYObj1Erdbm32ME8abgDy2pI_WsKB6o0qypruljvcyZxZiIfraQe80UXQnsnLHlGl8Msa8crhHRBCCydznBMWV24uHw/s539/727b8fe861a2e7a2b49fed7800afda11.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="539" data-original-width="467" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjEQR5bybS_iDolvRRJJLzTuAR4DYaaiprc__MeTvvvBiGNC0gPpkh-ep-FfR3HvSamnmLr6aVYQFbWxqYH1wf2pPBCMtrf62LXYObj1Erdbm32ME8abgDy2pI_WsKB6o0qypruljvcyZxZiIfraQe80UXQnsnLHlGl8Msa8crhHRBCCydznBMWV24uHw/s16000/727b8fe861a2e7a2b49fed7800afda11.jpeg" /></a></div></span></span></div></div><br /><b><u>
Is it open in Winters? Why and Why not?
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The Gorge Trail is the biggest in the park, and it closes in early November as soon as it starts to freeze. They had to close it because it becomes hazardous. The park reopens after they repel down and try to find and remove every obstruction possible. <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /><b><u>
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The entrance to the park is unlike any I have seen. Nestled in the middle of the town, this makes for a quick stop while traveling to other places in <a href="https://www.ankionthemove.com/search/label/Fingerlakes?max-results=12">Finger Lakes</a>. The main entrance is on NY-12 in downtown Watkins Glen on Franklin Street. There are two more entrances to the park. It takes 2 hours to do the hike, with intermediate stops to take pictures in between. </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">This is the trail map for reference</div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6xA3W2hrS4XzzoTflOrpb0kWX61nstwFYYyc0EVS7CAN9cdBNNnjgf5hcYlFC8e35582z3Y4kzvbW-hsswI3rW2hv649HV_W6RH0qRBzELGGJaMZROyPiu6MvN6mXby7CgZUweGnmpdiRb4wBeI_skfzxWq6R9evJdY6RRa_Sf26h2xU65HsM2AjdNQ/s1024/32cec22f7d7046b14d6a5a1740f78d89.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="513" data-original-width="1024" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6xA3W2hrS4XzzoTflOrpb0kWX61nstwFYYyc0EVS7CAN9cdBNNnjgf5hcYlFC8e35582z3Y4kzvbW-hsswI3rW2hv649HV_W6RH0qRBzELGGJaMZROyPiu6MvN6mXby7CgZUweGnmpdiRb4wBeI_skfzxWq6R9evJdY6RRa_Sf26h2xU65HsM2AjdNQ/s16000/32cec22f7d7046b14d6a5a1740f78d89.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYD6AotPIaLDEhgoAgS6exZo-Gs5TBUvATdbWhVeFSXYhBhv4CWENKHFV5dD1dtTsqETIoOwQQAWaOisRHZT9nBIcF69vPaWEEX1lJgdb-PkQWsbqXA4s8LU_q5mCQwVdTvSvK2wgy0mLG/s800/WatkinsGlen1_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYD6AotPIaLDEhgoAgS6exZo-Gs5TBUvATdbWhVeFSXYhBhv4CWENKHFV5dD1dtTsqETIoOwQQAWaOisRHZT9nBIcF69vPaWEEX1lJgdb-PkQWsbqXA4s8LU_q5mCQwVdTvSvK2wgy0mLG/w1250-h938/WatkinsGlen1_3.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzuCwGby6Ib4y-B45Q2HCKjrgU2-WIXH6YcSijM8ofDnP9p4Kiv5aD-bZFlmQCQHm5W0_BTCrdSDhS6UJMY_jZ-ghWSt71M6LlFAY3wWBvqJkr399EYuDPsoty78fD84kkLxKNrOHQ_Etm/s1067/WatkinsGlen3_7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1563" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjzuCwGby6Ib4y-B45Q2HCKjrgU2-WIXH6YcSijM8ofDnP9p4Kiv5aD-bZFlmQCQHm5W0_BTCrdSDhS6UJMY_jZ-ghWSt71M6LlFAY3wWBvqJkr399EYuDPsoty78fD84kkLxKNrOHQ_Etm/w1173-h1563/WatkinsGlen3_7.jpg" width="1173" /></a></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br />
Our visit to State Park began with a visit to the Information Desk first. Before the trail to the hike begins, we see a few trickles and an information board containing details on the Mills that were once there. </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPHYGD5xzkcEIajNFTF7O9lBRZEECJX69tYXk2HJKd1ihXkZDL0ZmgPNxfVWHnzkk4CpfwgkC5v9Jx-H-NPY01nWHR62ikI1XYo2E_vb1mirMnBgJwuOvW7ao2_SIK-n_Z8oMyhOZUARfa/s1067/WatkinsGlen21_7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1563" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPHYGD5xzkcEIajNFTF7O9lBRZEECJX69tYXk2HJKd1ihXkZDL0ZmgPNxfVWHnzkk4CpfwgkC5v9Jx-H-NPY01nWHR62ikI1XYo2E_vb1mirMnBgJwuOvW7ao2_SIK-n_Z8oMyhOZUARfa/w1173-h1563/WatkinsGlen21_7.jpg" width="1173" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuOQUF1VfvtXbvvy7BxqRyp9Bv_8lMHXRR8Yxm2GqDEHpDCGea9MmC5arnFFx3Hsen3rwes7-947eYkW5GQJh3TqW4Vj5txqHym40fF9BoZjrJCfC9GMXG15jSsvdWsjMZObMQYhcVeRYp/s800/WatkinsGlen22_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuOQUF1VfvtXbvvy7BxqRyp9Bv_8lMHXRR8Yxm2GqDEHpDCGea9MmC5arnFFx3Hsen3rwes7-947eYkW5GQJh3TqW4Vj5txqHym40fF9BoZjrJCfC9GMXG15jSsvdWsjMZObMQYhcVeRYp/w1250-h938/WatkinsGlen22_3.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjloWgJKNgg4LPS1pAvnlhxedkoevHCC3XQ2rWscP8iYawHMRqSrf4hVxLJ2hH71nzt8RAebasto4N0oVTBjPmxOray3RyPC-rl-bAsd8khHGili9vs46I9YamzohdRWwsg7mbIvmRMiJP4/s800/WatkinsGlen23_5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="646" data-original-width="800" height="1010" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjloWgJKNgg4LPS1pAvnlhxedkoevHCC3XQ2rWscP8iYawHMRqSrf4hVxLJ2hH71nzt8RAebasto4N0oVTBjPmxOray3RyPC-rl-bAsd8khHGili9vs46I9YamzohdRWwsg7mbIvmRMiJP4/w1250-h1010/WatkinsGlen23_5.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrkxseVHskfnkDL5Ak_Fv9CGkyKMd5IGDkBqxXxzOCwt1Crh57W8oR2S36VB-ix9s2OUnEP-Pk0cKeEqlAkTGAKhDinGojAIciZjXyl3ZkwBFHsqMEJgDIHv-8sZmIf9UBMfDc4wLsASy4/s1067/WatkinsGlen24_4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1563" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgrkxseVHskfnkDL5Ak_Fv9CGkyKMd5IGDkBqxXxzOCwt1Crh57W8oR2S36VB-ix9s2OUnEP-Pk0cKeEqlAkTGAKhDinGojAIciZjXyl3ZkwBFHsqMEJgDIHv-8sZmIf9UBMfDc4wLsASy4/w1173-h1563/WatkinsGlen24_4.jpg" width="1173" /></a></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">As we proceed further towards the Gorge Trail, we hear the roar of the falls. People say this year ( 2018) the falls aren't in full force due to less rainfall. </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRkNcuUeAZZ3siTuo5L6HaykTREpybDOTNwJZuUJwJGpV7M88bRT1EEgBaEv0jZ__mItBCWGXoKwfyHQYGlpJxQKpM_J62JmsQrGfx00k_vh-7LyrNw909JQ_DTW0fE0GCn7pwbfdW7tGS/s1067/WatkinsGlen17_7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRkNcuUeAZZ3siTuo5L6HaykTREpybDOTNwJZuUJwJGpV7M88bRT1EEgBaEv0jZ__mItBCWGXoKwfyHQYGlpJxQKpM_J62JmsQrGfx00k_vh-7LyrNw909JQ_DTW0fE0GCn7pwbfdW7tGS/w938-h1250/WatkinsGlen17_7.jpg" width="938" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjworwSuEyWpCE9v_urdZy7QE0BS56SQvB2UNRmJHmpzSQMHngUHOrUTPgD79FM23l4I2JW0WdraIBPjXQ_nzQWowUuxNH-NuNSa-FKPBb0939zifQsdCnXVxMvoxFUr9FyBYuv9b6ViIcC/s800/WatkinsGlen18_4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjworwSuEyWpCE9v_urdZy7QE0BS56SQvB2UNRmJHmpzSQMHngUHOrUTPgD79FM23l4I2JW0WdraIBPjXQ_nzQWowUuxNH-NuNSa-FKPBb0939zifQsdCnXVxMvoxFUr9FyBYuv9b6ViIcC/w1250-h938/WatkinsGlen18_4.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdXSKbx4Ab6FZTjnlM8UXXGaztbmAky4SzOGIF5K6A6tjXXygaA8CpJyQpnZ5zmRLxS5KnexX93iDwYSbmCpWKrrPADYtx7625lNtD0u43NmNIFq-Ouq4frNmKYhPzXnO7nHvoEdNhe1BF/s1067/WatkinsGlen19_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdXSKbx4Ab6FZTjnlM8UXXGaztbmAky4SzOGIF5K6A6tjXXygaA8CpJyQpnZ5zmRLxS5KnexX93iDwYSbmCpWKrrPADYtx7625lNtD0u43NmNIFq-Ouq4frNmKYhPzXnO7nHvoEdNhe1BF/w938-h1250/WatkinsGlen19_3.jpg" width="938" /></a></div> <br />
The Gorge Trail is beautiful, as it provides one of the best views of Cascades and Waterfalls along with potholes that are formed by swiftly moving water in the gorge. And as we proceeded from the Entrance tunnel to the Sentry bridge from where you can view the first waterfall, our tour guide pointed us towards a rock underneath where they used to take Vintage photographs in the yesteryears.
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The trail is pretty narrow at the gorge, and high stone walls surround the steps, and the hike is mainly in the shade. For me, my favorite part of the hike was Cavern Cascade, as it gave me a chance to touch and feel the waterfall from behind the waterfall.
For many people, the favorite is the Rainbow Waterfall, but we did not hike till that far as it was pouring heavily, and we were allowed only to go a certain distance. There is an Indian Trail at the end that also passes through the cemetery in the middle.<br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiK0M5IF3gukM3-_8B4L8ADvl2X-w8035V-BRbEVskMA77T90gYycqEKj084sL8R6gfzq62vr0LvrSOs1YieYBMTftcJakSo7dImeXU_0LMFp-ZJrcTcOrNbRactu54Um3HBjRRxhU379N9/s800/WatkinsGlen14_3+%25281%2529.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiK0M5IF3gukM3-_8B4L8ADvl2X-w8035V-BRbEVskMA77T90gYycqEKj084sL8R6gfzq62vr0LvrSOs1YieYBMTftcJakSo7dImeXU_0LMFp-ZJrcTcOrNbRactu54Um3HBjRRxhU379N9/w1250-h938/WatkinsGlen14_3+%25281%2529.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3F1ZakqcyrRc5-l0l-LmsluVMay3RA3p8AlfNxlVWfur3Lqx8lZ8RZoSjZiL_XcNT1eTA4f4cml5ykjV0IpibRyUnYzRJBJkI3psFcCNiodlk4WY6KHge7E8z9LItL5YmveU7Gh_Iy4V1/s1067/WatkinsGlen13_6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg3F1ZakqcyrRc5-l0l-LmsluVMay3RA3p8AlfNxlVWfur3Lqx8lZ8RZoSjZiL_XcNT1eTA4f4cml5ykjV0IpibRyUnYzRJBJkI3psFcCNiodlk4WY6KHge7E8z9LItL5YmveU7Gh_Iy4V1/w938-h1250/WatkinsGlen13_6.jpg" width="938" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1n3X7w_puwiBFMgFYnoPnWnRNZtT4odBsfWYKPpOQgscOi630tsHjNL31F5ynM8Znd57-tf9nIH3zEg0_TALp0MxAa8hIR0uOkavI_7f-BPTJH22btkMuHK1s387B-ibQV3WbXFDcw7I6/s1067/WatkinsGlen12_5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj1n3X7w_puwiBFMgFYnoPnWnRNZtT4odBsfWYKPpOQgscOi630tsHjNL31F5ynM8Znd57-tf9nIH3zEg0_TALp0MxAa8hIR0uOkavI_7f-BPTJH22btkMuHK1s387B-ibQV3WbXFDcw7I6/w938-h1250/WatkinsGlen12_5.jpg" width="938" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHZXcmo7_M5B09urf1FTV3361NeZu7jBtIo1shDoAZHHpeH1LibfxYQMQO-Ol5NNeTqZMYAPUzVOkqYGzmq3YJnnchZ74uKlEBTdPP4I0U9vEZ9dSAJClg8Al2A-J4i2m8juyTwGnT80fT/s1067/WatkinsGlen11_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1563" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgHZXcmo7_M5B09urf1FTV3361NeZu7jBtIo1shDoAZHHpeH1LibfxYQMQO-Ol5NNeTqZMYAPUzVOkqYGzmq3YJnnchZ74uKlEBTdPP4I0U9vEZ9dSAJClg8Al2A-J4i2m8juyTwGnT80fT/w1173-h1563/WatkinsGlen11_2.jpg" width="1173" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><u style="font-weight: bold;">Hiking the Glen during COVID-19 </u><br /><br />I haven’t been to the Glen myself during COVID-19, but from resources and reviews online, I can say:<br /><ul><li>Don’t forget your mask. It's a popular trail in the area and can get crowded.</li><li>Go early on a weekday.</li><li>Stop at the information center at the main entrance to get a map of the trail. There are restrooms in the information center.</li><li>During COVID, you can only do one way. i.e, start at Gorge Trail and end at Indian Trail or vice versa.</li><li>Wear good shoes. When we went, It was raining and the path was somewhat slippery at places.</li></ul><div><b><u>Is the hike doable?</u></b></div><br />The hike in the park is rated as moderate with a 500-foot elevation change. 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It is a mix of stone steps (800) and some flat surfaces. I have seen old people do it by stopping and pausing midway. Kids are also able to do it. </li><li><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyKAEZsbyGQg1unGbq6JLmr9KRiD_brjJVACQe7rgtRGXokBrcsjWQe2eYXoSgsLgrhf949kwykrS6lB3YWjVJ-7-hhIk0Rr8hN1zhADdrwlswXHT-THLxy6QbF7i5eBa4dIcNtngQNmBw/s1067/WatkinsGlen6_7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1563" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiyKAEZsbyGQg1unGbq6JLmr9KRiD_brjJVACQe7rgtRGXokBrcsjWQe2eYXoSgsLgrhf949kwykrS6lB3YWjVJ-7-hhIk0Rr8hN1zhADdrwlswXHT-THLxy6QbF7i5eBa4dIcNtngQNmBw/w1173-h1563/WatkinsGlen6_7.jpg" width="1173" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhE40w-jF6Yv6R14JEXbqpJqE8qxxhOosYr-4jNFbxhWh6dt4X9DCZoedqsvTpyO0PqBV-qa5n2PluVGWnosSxU-oRDM0sPEyJMDDcWu4jNiZb2VCnOQGj89nYhQw5GDEwDO-yXq9bMHfOU/s800/WatkinsGlen5_5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhE40w-jF6Yv6R14JEXbqpJqE8qxxhOosYr-4jNFbxhWh6dt4X9DCZoedqsvTpyO0PqBV-qa5n2PluVGWnosSxU-oRDM0sPEyJMDDcWu4jNiZb2VCnOQGj89nYhQw5GDEwDO-yXq9bMHfOU/w1250-h938/WatkinsGlen5_5.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><br /></li><li>
There are no dogs allowed on the Gorge Trail and people have ranted online that the rim trail also isn’t very dog friendly. Hence, keep your dogs at home. </li></ul></div><div style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br />
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<br /></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">The Trail is pretty narrow at the Gorge. The erosion that happened only took 10000 years because rocks and regions here coincidently got lucky. The Watkins were the first owners of the area and their original purchase was of 300,000 acres. It is a small park and was run as a private resort until 1906. </div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></div>
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<em style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">The Gorge Trail </em><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">is the most prominent in the park, and it closes in early November as soon as it starts to freeze. They had to close it because it becomes hazardous. They reopen the park after ensuring that they have found and removed every obstacle possible by rappelling down. </span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">In the past, it was once that the country had taken sides with the British army (Britons). It was then that the government didn't have any money to pay the soldiers, and not only did they draw the Native Americans out, but they also gave out these lands. As a result, some of the soldiers got rewarded in lands. Our guide says, "They paid some of my relatives in lands. "</span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Henry teeter was the first caretaker of the park. Tourism started in Watkins Glen in the year 1863. The Native Americans always knew about this site as they lived further north and would come down during the summer to fish. There's also a trail on the top part of the gorge called the Indian Trail.</span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Our guide continues, <i>"All of our Gorges here have mills in them as they were easy places to make dams to direct water for power and sawmills. At that time, we were growing a lot of grain here, and we hadn't expanded. We hadn't made it to the West Coast yet, and so they did have rudimentary trails to get to the dams."</i></span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">So, there was a journalist named Morvalden Ells who had gone to the Watkins Glen, and when he was back from there, he gives his writing to the owner who owned the Newspaper thinking that he'd make some money and if they could get someone to fix the trails maybe they could tourism too. To promote the idea and to attract people, he gave the names to the falls that we use today - Minnie Ha Ha Falls, Spiral Gorge, etc. </span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">At one point in history, Watkins Glen was called the Switzerland of America. They also had a restaurant across the gorge called Swiss Chalet. Before the development and the promotion, it was just another trail site that everybody had to walk through, and they also used to sell lemonade here. </span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div><div style="color: #0e101a; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5KXoeJAkH0AjUvhsMzNnIbEKyPOddmLqpWXeQJWSTQcp7XzSBVZjnE4Wt57JT2owqVaIX3NyMMedX7sjXK_lbqYF-6DhgJea8jX3R5yG-war4UHGsME96cF1tUiIo-5Fk9HSmK5JPj33f2x1Uo-icMg7zBVhTrwY8ow_E4H7r3keRQvGs5SGb11XSGg/s1024/f32114630ede389e61996a09de5fa4f0.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1024" data-original-width="758" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5KXoeJAkH0AjUvhsMzNnIbEKyPOddmLqpWXeQJWSTQcp7XzSBVZjnE4Wt57JT2owqVaIX3NyMMedX7sjXK_lbqYF-6DhgJea8jX3R5yG-war4UHGsME96cF1tUiIo-5Fk9HSmK5JPj33f2x1Uo-icMg7zBVhTrwY8ow_E4H7r3keRQvGs5SGb11XSGg/s16000/f32114630ede389e61996a09de5fa4f0.jpeg" /></a></div><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><br /></span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Legend says that the story of Minnie ha ha Falls was based on a Native American princess who had two braves interested in her. She loved one brave, and another guy was kind of an extra. So, he pushed the one guy she was in love with off the gorge. As he fell, he grabbed the ankle of the other guy, and both of them fell in the valley. Minnie Ha Ha then jumped herself, fracturing the rock in a heart-shaped pool. There is also a similar story in the stony brook. So, the journalist may have pulled names a little bit from other areas too!</span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">So what he was able to do was that in 1863 on July 4th, he was able to open it up for tourism, and 10,000 people came that first year. That was when they use to charge everyone $1 a day at the entrance. Within two years, there were 20000 visitors.</span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Today, there is a vehicle use fee of $8. If you pay at Watkins Glen, you can keep the receipt and show the ticket then at other State Parks, making it user-friendly. During the week, if you a New York State Resident and over 65, you can also show the license for entry. </span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">On July 7th, Watkins Glens witnessed enormous floods. It was also the year of civilian conservation during the Great Depression. It was raining like today, which slowly moved to the area and caused significant flooding. Most of the trails got washed entirely. People down in the towns also got hurt.</span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">As we walked up in the trail, we could see the suspension bridge. Our guide says the water was just 5 feet below that bridge during the floods.
The floods kicked the bridge before that into the gorge as the water was to the valley as the water was about 80 feet high, ripping everything off. The gorge was then closed for the summer of 1935. </span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">In 1936, they opened it for temporary repairs, and the stonework that we see here was done in 1941. Our guide says, "There is one staircase that we used in 1906, but today with the rains, we probably won't get there"..</span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Watkins Glen International, nicknamed "The Glen", is an </span><a class="_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Automobile" style="color: #4a6ee0; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;" target="_blank"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">automobile</span></a><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> </span><a class="_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Race_track" style="color: #4a6ee0; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;" target="_blank"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">race track</span></a><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> located just southwest of the village of </span><a class="_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Watkins_Glen,_New_York" style="color: #4a6ee0; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;" target="_blank"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Watkins Glen, New York</span></a><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">, at the southern tip of </span><a class="_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Seneca_Lake_(New_York)" style="color: #4a6ee0; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;" target="_blank"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Seneca Lake</span></a><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">. It was long known around the world as the home of the </span><a class="_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Formula_One" style="color: #4a6ee0; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;" target="_blank"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">Formula One</span></a><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"> </span><a class="_e75a791d-denali-editor-page-rtfLink" href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/United_States_Grand_Prix" style="color: #4a6ee0; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;" target="_blank"><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">United States Grand Prix</span></a><span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">, which it hosted for twenty consecutive years (1961–1980). The circuit is known as the Mecca of North American road racing and is a very popular venue among fans and drivers.</span></div>
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<span data-preserver-spaces="true" style="margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;">They have Watkins Glen Grand Prix Festival every year - this year in September 2022. Parked along the village's main streets, you will find over 600 classic sports cars of all ages and marques for your enjoyment. The featured highlight of the Festival is a tribute to the original Grand Prix races using the original 6.6-mile road course. The whole town shuts down, and the Festival is neat, exciting, and stands out.</span></div>
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Ankionthemovehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975209562434289902noreply@blogger.com0Watkins Glen, NY, USA42.3806287 -76.873292114.070394863821157 -112.0295421 70.690862536178855 -41.7170421tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7422094847023178256.post-53319412315222059102022-06-02T10:03:00.001+05:302022-06-02T10:04:49.752+05:30Rockwell Museum and Food in Corning Downtown | A Photoessay<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<i>Have you heard of Blanket Stories? I could never imagine how blankets could be a prized possession. Yet, at the Rockwell museum where I stood, I had a tower of blankets topped over one another containing collective memories of individual blanket stories. </i></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><i><br /></i></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><i>Whereas, downtown Corning is a college town where huge servings of Mac and Cheese at the FoodNetwork recognized <b>Mooney's</b> blew my gut. They say this is one of the top places in the nation to get </i>Mac and Cheese!</div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj77RgEJg7TJfV-r4Xo9A2g6YRDG9aaCAEctZj-xWuc3EqBgvH_1Ud71uzFkywpNqKgRl48MJFfT5p2YXealFCKmQrHMl7aPjb4jfCqf4ncoU9BbQZDuVUFq_dHhT_bSxiNzmXhBTOS7l9HW5-cZdCltq3GTArpVqC37IFTnY27r_PKEszagCXKKZDRg/s800/Corning39_1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj77RgEJg7TJfV-r4Xo9A2g6YRDG9aaCAEctZj-xWuc3EqBgvH_1Ud71uzFkywpNqKgRl48MJFfT5p2YXealFCKmQrHMl7aPjb4jfCqf4ncoU9BbQZDuVUFq_dHhT_bSxiNzmXhBTOS7l9HW5-cZdCltq3GTArpVqC37IFTnY27r_PKEszagCXKKZDRg/s16000/Corning39_1.jpeg" /></a></div> <a href="https://www.roadtripsandcoffee.com/about/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Jason Barnette</span></a> and Me enjoying big serving of Stringer Mac and Cheese at Mooney's<br /> <br />
If you have in mind what a small city like Corning will have to offer than the <a href="https://www.ankionthemove.com/2022/04/corning-museum-of-glass-experience.html">Corning Museum of Glass</a>, you may not have explored the vibrant small town in Upstate New York just yet, but it truly deserves it. We spent five days visiting downtown Corning mainly at night for dinners, but there was always good food and good people.</div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span><a name='more'></a></span> </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><i><br /></i></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgigbAZ_D8A9liOEfckHhHYedp5LIEadjoAPa4JtyJoOxILS66iRTVqyoAI8Pp168eGGoF-k8OdTKpmSwwGvsLo1D1UA83YC8mmfFWWpsY8EzVfT2hvF4IxGE_RR_wxVrKHMdwt4ltzscIc/s1067/Corning28_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1563" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgigbAZ_D8A9liOEfckHhHYedp5LIEadjoAPa4JtyJoOxILS66iRTVqyoAI8Pp168eGGoF-k8OdTKpmSwwGvsLo1D1UA83YC8mmfFWWpsY8EzVfT2hvF4IxGE_RR_wxVrKHMdwt4ltzscIc/w1173-h1563/Corning28_3.jpg" width="1173" /></a></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> <i>Blanket Stories at Rockwell Museum</i></div><br />I will conveniently walk you through the city through the photo essay. Our Boltbus(from New York - Bukhingam - Corning) dropped us in Corning, and just a few feet away was Rockwell Museum. </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><b>Boltbus cost: </b>$20 one way (from New York)</div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Sadly, I hear that Boltbus since 2021, has suspended services. The other alternatives would be <a href="https://www.megabus.com/">Megabus</a> or <a href="https://www.greyhound.com/en"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Greyhound</span></a>. </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM2oInmW67qbV3zwLZ3Mwqpuam3RuoMylTqg8Di33vneZV7C-Q_DzrgdQ_LKzr9CHbaKNmMMsJS4uf7hUo6OJ_4d5DrXR0EOpDu-vEab_hKOsGOn1zIFx46gOuN1ouQU6YzYLOQlR9Acmy/s800/Corning42_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiM2oInmW67qbV3zwLZ3Mwqpuam3RuoMylTqg8Di33vneZV7C-Q_DzrgdQ_LKzr9CHbaKNmMMsJS4uf7hUo6OJ_4d5DrXR0EOpDu-vEab_hKOsGOn1zIFx46gOuN1ouQU6YzYLOQlR9Acmy/w1250-h938/Corning42_2.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4JZFcbKCNWUxsNaNPwQWFdQ5AxBOiiGkSdMgW31us_YvCXMd5ZVe_pYwfTLdcj8bPVSE1hGhBACrWVpE-W5Ztq6foK4Y0sUtPTu5mkDY7vgLms-xmVa4ZDXsN7tvRTFIyPiaCOXVJMLLv/s800/Corning17_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4JZFcbKCNWUxsNaNPwQWFdQ5AxBOiiGkSdMgW31us_YvCXMd5ZVe_pYwfTLdcj8bPVSE1hGhBACrWVpE-W5Ztq6foK4Y0sUtPTu5mkDY7vgLms-xmVa4ZDXsN7tvRTFIyPiaCOXVJMLLv/w1250-h938/Corning17_1.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkEy0KZlPIBw5sfN3fy5N-q5FI1Gn-C50FEBOzRkPymDdis-d9ZTKrF8BwP8l23wwEeuSgfPWpQxWc_fXrfoKJpVdm6NKzyyR9TaSTedP2_LNE6cad-zzKF9wWUEmhCHkNpmOBKjiU7ZFc/s1067/Corning16_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjkEy0KZlPIBw5sfN3fy5N-q5FI1Gn-C50FEBOzRkPymDdis-d9ZTKrF8BwP8l23wwEeuSgfPWpQxWc_fXrfoKJpVdm6NKzyyR9TaSTedP2_LNE6cad-zzKF9wWUEmhCHkNpmOBKjiU7ZFc/w938-h1250/Corning16_3.jpg" width="938" /></a></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br />
The <a href="https://rockwellmuseum.org"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Rockwell Museum</span></a> collection portrays America's spirit, character, and values through the eyes of American artists. I, of course, loved the Blanket Stories Tower, which was unique. But I also loved the collection of Guns and artifacts by Native Americans. There's a lot to see in this museum, and one can easily spend half a day. 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Food and Such
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I don't know how many of us go to Corning to walk by the lanes. My first time in the town was merely a sole visit to Corning Museum of Glass. However, this time since we stayed for longer, we yearned to explore more. <div><br /></div><div>Thanks to newfound friends from TEBX(Travel Blog Exchange) such as <a href="https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCTmeE9XITcEDqpxYLbYQgNQ"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Jason Rupp</span></a>, <a href="https://www.roadtripsandcoffee.com/about/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Jason Barnette</span></a>, <a href="http://www.LoveLustorBust.com">April Hope</a>(who I traveled with and is a long-time friend), and Amanda, exploring the city was a breeze.
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We walked by the downtown and tasted some fantastic homemade flavors of ice cream samples at the <b><i>Dippity Do Dahs Homemade Ice Cream</i></b>. Some of the unique ones were French Toast and more. </div><div><br /></div><div>After that, we took the taxi to our stay at Holiday Inn at Painted Post, located just on the outskirts of Corning. The hotel is basic and affordable yet connected.
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Small towns always bring us familiarity. And what we experienced over the next five days was unusual. Little did we know when we would call a cab, either of the two drivers would come making us think if those two were the only two drivers in town. We became acquaintances to somewhat friends, who could share the history and the culture of the place. He told us about the Painted Post and its connection with Native Americans. He even gifted us glasses which we found was a lovely gesture.
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Usually, after the TEBX sessions, my newfound friends and I would hunt down downtown Corning for some food. The market street of Corning has tiny restaurants galore. Food was so plenty that we all connected over food and drinks, more than the sessions.
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Just stroll by the street, and most often than not, you will find anything within walkable distance. Whatever we wanted, whether it was Tacos, or Burgers and Beer, or Fusion Food at the <b>Cellar</b> or Cocktails at <b>Hand and Foot</b>, we got them all. </div><div><br /></div><div><a href="http://www.handandfoot.co/">Hand and Foot </a>- Cocktail</div><div><a href="https://corningwinebar.com/">The Cellar</a> (Modern Fusion Restaurant) - Tacos, Burger, Beer, Fusion Food</div><div><a href="https://dippitydodahs.com/">Dippity Do Dahs</a> - Homemade Ice Cream</div><div><a href="https://www.mooneys.com/corningmenu">Mooney's</a> - Mac and Cheese!<br /><div>
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Glass. What else can I say? I often wondered, "How were you created?" I couldn't resist getting to know you better because you were so visually appealing, whether transparent, structured, carved, or colored.
Today, I appreciate you even more because I made my Glass at the <a href="https://home.cmog.org"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Corning Museum</span></a>, and you had to go through melting, forming, blasting, and a variety of other processes, yet you came out as if nothing had happened.
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At the Corning Museum, I did check the Glass Making schedule at the welcome center and enrolled in one of those available classes.<br />
<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">My previous post on Corning Museum of Glass:</div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><a href="https://www.ankionthemove.com/2022/04/corning-museum-of-glass-experience.html">Inside Corning Museum of Glass</a></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFQkbTJ_70GjtB0baOGlU5lh6j_BEteo7VJksymRv9U3bKyHFDAewX7mSgF7y-sMjwz2wqUMpw52K013_c3kbYdgic8dsgyQkEbWQyy3-_xtywXM5IzK-TtD1dcQrEliS2neHg_1bPE4e1/s1067/CorningMuseumofGlass22_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" height="1250" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFQkbTJ_70GjtB0baOGlU5lh6j_BEteo7VJksymRv9U3bKyHFDAewX7mSgF7y-sMjwz2wqUMpw52K013_c3kbYdgic8dsgyQkEbWQyy3-_xtywXM5IzK-TtD1dcQrEliS2neHg_1bPE4e1/w938-h1250/CorningMuseumofGlass22_3.jpg" width="938" /></a></div><i><br /></i></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><i><br /></i></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><b>Glassforming</b></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
We made our own Glass Flower using the <b>Glassforming</b> process, which allows us to choose the colors and then shape and tweeze the hot furnace glass. When I was making my own Glass Flower, I didn't know if I could make one. With the hot furnace Glass in one hand and tweezer in another, I had envisioned myself making something weirdly random, let alone a flower. Yet my palpitation turned into excitement when you came out as I had imagined. The good thing is, they even let you take your Glass back. We must wait for the Glass to cool completely before picking it up the next day. </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><i><br /></i></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><span><a name='more'></a></span><i><br /></i></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIkalKnSWgbrYp5UbYgT4FF7Nlb9VZllGufo4mAWvEGceReU_5-oQirDkLgz5c0BzhOrrz7dt6S6iGxkwDIB-iERnbsYFUfl7ptto5Ugry6QfumnRc2PBt_VxAM9FlMYM5cULdEsi4xpcb/s800/CorningMuseumofGlass1_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIkalKnSWgbrYp5UbYgT4FF7Nlb9VZllGufo4mAWvEGceReU_5-oQirDkLgz5c0BzhOrrz7dt6S6iGxkwDIB-iERnbsYFUfl7ptto5Ugry6QfumnRc2PBt_VxAM9FlMYM5cULdEsi4xpcb/w1250-h938/CorningMuseumofGlass1_1.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><i><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><i><br /></i></div><br /></i><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib8uA_8O7cjJU2wwisp-HVVosYQhsY0J9ZR54_F7Ok1-8Ltq8TlKkcT6XVZXw9jsXckcbR08_enjAtm-3U3M7gsFF9TMqsGaa-W_60jEye9VkBqGX8PuBv53RyKv70Rht4YigN9xmsxCkB/s800/CorningMuseumofGlass7_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEib8uA_8O7cjJU2wwisp-HVVosYQhsY0J9ZR54_F7Ok1-8Ltq8TlKkcT6XVZXw9jsXckcbR08_enjAtm-3U3M7gsFF9TMqsGaa-W_60jEye9VkBqGX8PuBv53RyKv70Rht4YigN9xmsxCkB/w1250-h938/CorningMuseumofGlass7_2.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div>
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This time we made our etched Glass. <b>Sandblasting</b> is the term for this procedure. I'd call Glass peeling away and revealing its true colors in layman's terms. With Silicon Carbide on our Glass and stickers, a full-blown 45 pounds per square inch of pressure passed through the machine. </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"> I had often wondered if my random sticker placement would result in an unsightly, unusable Glass, but it surprised me when it came out of the machine looking quite lovely. The trick is to put stickers on the areas that we don't want to be sparkly, i.e., matt. Cubic zirconium is the most well-known version, according to our demonstrator Cat. </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Silicon Carbide, a material used in race cars and spaceships, was used, and we were talking about removing a whole layer of Glass while the colors on the sticker faded. Yes, it's fragile, but it came out as a lovely decorative piece. </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaifI5GxdpiemhF1KghzEgYNS9Pzx5DNwEgG_UGsFGsK5vhyk0I1JxGXrC5Kk3qikFkbAOvqp0N43DcXFU-q5PbNa2iXDwh7_XI78i90JtlUV2hMw378eQZ4K_eWAffmzwlwpbxmjEjLQV/s800/CorningMuseumofGlass14_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" height="938" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhaifI5GxdpiemhF1KghzEgYNS9Pzx5DNwEgG_UGsFGsK5vhyk0I1JxGXrC5Kk3qikFkbAOvqp0N43DcXFU-q5PbNa2iXDwh7_XI78i90JtlUV2hMw378eQZ4K_eWAffmzwlwpbxmjEjLQV/w1250-h938/CorningMuseumofGlass14_2.jpg" width="1250" /></a></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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It's a must-do!</span></div>Ankionthemovehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975209562434289902noreply@blogger.com01 Museum Way, Corning, NY 14830, USA42.149804499999988 -77.054195913.839570663821142 -112.2104459 70.460038336178826 -41.897945899999996tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7422094847023178256.post-42450135265560172332022-04-29T18:00:00.002+05:302022-05-24T12:52:38.880+05:30Corning Museum of Glass: A Glass Lover's Paradise!<i>From Roman Glass to Murano Glass, Micromosaic Paintings to Optical Fibres, the <a href="https://home.cmog.org"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Corning Museum of Glass</span></a> exhibits, demonstrations and </i><i>the in-house docent's </i><i>tours are treasures to look around. </i><i>Established in 1951 by Corning Glass Works(now Corning Incorporated) it is a must-do on a road trip from <a href="https://www.ankionthemove.com/search/label/New%20York?max-results=12"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">New York</span></a>. </i><i>I have been there twice and have never gotten bored. I</i><i> even got a chance to try my hand at Glass making at their studios.</i><br /><br /><div><b>Did you know?</b> During the 1900s, newspapers referred to it as <b><i>Crystal City</i></b> because it sold many glass and glass products worldwide.
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Where is the Corning Museum of Glass? </u></b></div><div><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div><b>How to reach Corning:<br /></b><br />
It is conveniently located around 3 hours from New York and is easy to reach by road. If you do not have a car to drive, as we did not, plenty of buses go to Corning, some with one stop at Binghamton, NY. The nearest airport is Elmira(22 min) if one does not want to go via road. <span><a name='more'></a></span></div><div><br /></div><div><b> Travel within Corning:</b><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>Within Corning, one can easily take cheap and reliable taxis. <br /><br />
There is plenty to do in the area. A free shuttle bus runs continuously from the Welcome Center of the Museum and to the Rockwell Museum and downtown Corning, where you'll find Historic Market Street shops and restaurants.
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It is best to combine it with a visit to Watkins Glen State Park, the Finger Lakes, and Ithaca. It also makes for an excellent place to stop for a few days before continuing north to Niagara. <a href="https://www.ankionthemove.com/search/label/Letchworth%20State%20Park">Letchworth State Park</a>, located between Corning and <a href="https://www.ankionthemove.com/search/label/Niagara%20Falls">Niagara Falls</a>, is worth visiting.
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Parking: </b>We've never had a problem finding a parking spot here. On-site primary parking is available. It's just off I-86 at Exit 46. Keep an eye out for CMoG banners and a Welcome Center.
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Entry Ticket: </b> The CMOG (Corning Museum of Glass) admission fee is $10 for residents and $20 for general admission. Kids 17 and under can come free.
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Top things to look inside
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How many days should you plan to spend here? It is possible to complete it in a single day, but it may be stressful. I recommend visiting the galleries for at least two days, watching the demonstrations, and participating in glass-making workshops. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicj3KFqBEFV43p5C9Vwc-D__jvQoERJOyaNNUf3tfwbkiKB05LC-1DkQjwC34QPl1tajdKOmwWq3Jh4V7yNSkAFPUvvXvOQtAJeAA3pytel8DKZsYWG27BL2-s9z_s0HcvS7373kvikYUBoTOtp76WSOZef3mUeHIz3359DqIbXhF3wZ8MifRTCAOPZA/s1067/Corning0_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicj3KFqBEFV43p5C9Vwc-D__jvQoERJOyaNNUf3tfwbkiKB05LC-1DkQjwC34QPl1tajdKOmwWq3Jh4V7yNSkAFPUvvXvOQtAJeAA3pytel8DKZsYWG27BL2-s9z_s0HcvS7373kvikYUBoTOtp76WSOZef3mUeHIz3359DqIbXhF3wZ8MifRTCAOPZA/s16000/Corning0_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKYex3R4qje6zCBEjk5JxHUTD0CtJrbmin7ElNd0ou70WyJpeJoWR-ggx3Tbhl2b3dwaygsxHnG8QwoDV3M6RKbD6DdSG08Mp-5MxkVdawanJoD0SIN5o00ShLFJ1uu-TFCCiJHNL5yZUMsUd0KQujMi5tNoobhVi-EcPEbx3yPY0kQ2WkwSmIsVlMeg/s800/Corning10_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiKYex3R4qje6zCBEjk5JxHUTD0CtJrbmin7ElNd0ou70WyJpeJoWR-ggx3Tbhl2b3dwaygsxHnG8QwoDV3M6RKbD6DdSG08Mp-5MxkVdawanJoD0SIN5o00ShLFJ1uu-TFCCiJHNL5yZUMsUd0KQujMi5tNoobhVi-EcPEbx3yPY0kQ2WkwSmIsVlMeg/s16000/Corning10_1.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /><br />
Wandering inside such a big museum can be overwhelming. So here's a rundown of my favorites:
<br /><br /><b style="background-color: #d9ead3;">1. <u>35 Centuries of Glass Gallery:</u></b> This is the most rewarding gallery to visit, whether with a docent or on your own. This gallery will take you through the various stages of glass evolution:<br /><br /><i><b>
a) Roman Empire: </b></i></div><div><br /></div><div>
The Romans invited two things that we still use today: Glass and furnaces. The journey began around 20-30 AD when Caseous Agassi was dictator, and things started to happen in the Roman Empire, where finances improved, and people became more organized and creative. The Roman Empire spanned the entire Mediterranean.
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We had glassmakers who would break the Glass, which was then given to glassworkers who would melt the Glass to create the body, then sold to glass marketers at the marketplace.
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Our docent directed us to the mask lamp and explained that if we mixed colors into Gum Arabic and painted it out before refiring the Glass, it bonds and becomes one piece, but if we take our hands and go over it, we can still feel it.
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c) The Venetian Glass / The Bubbled Glass of Murano:
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We talked about the 1400s AD when Venetians were experimenters who kept everything in the family. All of the Glass recipes they created were only shared within their family in Italy.
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There were so many hash crops in the area that they soon started tearing down houses to make way for the development of Glass in the area. The government then decided to relocate them to the Italian island of Murano. That is why Murano has become the world's glass capital.
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The Venetians had sworn that they would never reveal their recipes, even if it meant death. These families shared information and worked together to create clear Glass.
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Murano Glass is hand-blown, so bubbles and asymmetry are to be expected. So there were bubbles inside these glasses, and they got there eventually, but it took a lot of trial and error, fine-tuning, and fining.
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d) 1600- 1700 AD:</b> </i>During the 1600s, people experimented with clear Glass and spectacles. Microscopes and telescopes were invented between 1600 and 1700.
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e) In 1800</b></i>, 's In India, England established a glass market. The market was created for the most affluent Nobel families. They went with Chandeliers into these families. Chandeliers of this size were hung from the ceiling. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSxFnardWS4qlPpmhu8Qe0w47PnPgsnkdYE67mZ1lcjaQMdvKhn-ywU-R_YrJ6E1w4F7ADp4exhNJxOsaJcYVr3xbiTrtOtMMjUL79tgAt9Iu0bKhyRB6TdJ_UcavryB1MAjQ47u8rNM2oo_QxuEF4rnSWXIl3gft4Xzd2nizRgD-3rxmb2Mk6RX4eXw/s1067/Corning39_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiSxFnardWS4qlPpmhu8Qe0w47PnPgsnkdYE67mZ1lcjaQMdvKhn-ywU-R_YrJ6E1w4F7ADp4exhNJxOsaJcYVr3xbiTrtOtMMjUL79tgAt9Iu0bKhyRB6TdJ_UcavryB1MAjQ47u8rNM2oo_QxuEF4rnSWXIl3gft4Xzd2nizRgD-3rxmb2Mk6RX4eXw/s16000/Corning39_2.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div> <i>The Chandeliars in India.</i><br /><div><br /><i><b>f)Micromosaic:</b> </i>Micromosaic is a completely different type of glassmaking. Our docent directed us to a Micromosaic portrait made of about 2000 pounds of Glass. It was created in the early 1900s and has approximately 25000 different colours. During the process of Glassmaking, the glass sheet was broken into small pieces (i.e 1500 pieces of glasses per square inch)<br /><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLxqZjF4mcgrf0xGNRhwICN6VOz8ipk7MQtRpT2zdcpd1c3PuIUzMvs2a5m1l2DEQbbrHncCZqYyWJqozrurjhWfKM_if_gxwNeRq7HzUGFoz1JVHeFRQlW2wHr1p-61nHI4Hl6M4VyuuuFbQj1kGD0voB5r4917aaFI6SB1bncN-WQwO2tGc-8Lqdfw/s800/Corning21_0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLxqZjF4mcgrf0xGNRhwICN6VOz8ipk7MQtRpT2zdcpd1c3PuIUzMvs2a5m1l2DEQbbrHncCZqYyWJqozrurjhWfKM_if_gxwNeRq7HzUGFoz1JVHeFRQlW2wHr1p-61nHI4Hl6M4VyuuuFbQj1kGD0voB5r4917aaFI6SB1bncN-WQwO2tGc-8Lqdfw/s16000/Corning21_0.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgErB1s1tuO-DAFzjo1thDmZc3_t9BEOCu5q3pwjZuV4Sot7z4ICqcpKdz6PBpDlyjfcyJV_PtV3Q7TKcWLcCHtqa85IDP0x1NWanQYfH-SaN4NZa6FPrXFclHAig43P0V4fqJukbr0SvYMgkoGIL6ov4m95qB3qoh3WdUgsrITaoIvXwpqDKB7RER8Tw/s800/Corning19_0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgErB1s1tuO-DAFzjo1thDmZc3_t9BEOCu5q3pwjZuV4Sot7z4ICqcpKdz6PBpDlyjfcyJV_PtV3Q7TKcWLcCHtqa85IDP0x1NWanQYfH-SaN4NZa6FPrXFclHAig43P0V4fqJukbr0SvYMgkoGIL6ov4m95qB3qoh3WdUgsrITaoIvXwpqDKB7RER8Tw/s16000/Corning19_0.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><b><i>g)Mosaic Studio Painting:</i> </b>The Vatican Museum Studio is now the conservatory for Vatican City for all the repair work for all the building artwork. Everything that comes out of Mosaic studio is meant to look like a painting. It's their operating procedure. <br /><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3g-1x3eSjsWP-1fkCoTBsyAlU_Jt53QM0dMjJeLH8nFeWluKUGo4XLW1g9QgLAYewpIvJTgFBdNnkWiSWG0VTMBgVNR4JbXQrZ1l3LrvTrxTg8E3PtyAIab3aMqwV7aN9_BE9dDdCQJLGp5cMEIVfR70cLEFL6LxfAjNxZSidXVONRG5NdaFMAPvd_A/s800/Corning18_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi3g-1x3eSjsWP-1fkCoTBsyAlU_Jt53QM0dMjJeLH8nFeWluKUGo4XLW1g9QgLAYewpIvJTgFBdNnkWiSWG0VTMBgVNR4JbXQrZ1l3LrvTrxTg8E3PtyAIab3aMqwV7aN9_BE9dDdCQJLGp5cMEIVfR70cLEFL6LxfAjNxZSidXVONRG5NdaFMAPvd_A/s16000/Corning18_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"><i>They use micro scissors to position the micromosaics. They usually make a lot of portraits with the sky, and the rest is added based on what the customers want. </i></span></div>
<br /><i><b>h)The Glass Center</b></i> began on the East Coast of America and gradually spread to Pittsburg. The glass industry in America flourished, giving birth to Corning Incorporated and bringing about the transformation from Farm Town to Crystal City.
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i) Tiffany:</b> </i>This magnificent Glass piece was initially in New York before being donated to the Corning Museum of Glass in 1999. This all-around cut glass is created so that there are brushstrokes on the face where light enters. Tiffany incorporated these into the design. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbMGKVca619REf3YMVwX0LeLB7MG7C2U0Wv2cBDyboVkYn27Bo2VVJ_uPvNsKZu6pA5kzByF0Zy3a9BwSPb055S3J_cRa687LgIbUu3vmfGOs3dfFED4cwtsgfGVkz3Xs5RZJYgZ8sHZ7mRMcY7HcWLLGNWSxt19t1Svfa2ozD9BZXD16IweaJSDX_0w/s1067/Corning22_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbMGKVca619REf3YMVwX0LeLB7MG7C2U0Wv2cBDyboVkYn27Bo2VVJ_uPvNsKZu6pA5kzByF0Zy3a9BwSPb055S3J_cRa687LgIbUu3vmfGOs3dfFED4cwtsgfGVkz3Xs5RZJYgZ8sHZ7mRMcY7HcWLLGNWSxt19t1Svfa2ozD9BZXD16IweaJSDX_0w/s16000/Corning22_2.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /><b><u style="background-color: #d9ead3;">2. Glass in Optical Fibres
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When we think of Glass, we think of window panes, drinking glasses, etc. Optical fibers operate based on the physics of internal reflection. The red light beam exits the first material and bounces back into both times because we have two transparent materials that form a reflective barrier that pushes light back into the first one. There is also a sample of Copper Wire, as Copper Wire handles approximately 500,000 phone calls.</div><div>
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On the other hand, optical fibers are tiny piece of glass that is slightly thicker than human hair and sends signals in the form of a laser light codec. This single optical fiber can carry approximately 9 billion phone calls. For the copper wire to stay with it, we need 10,000 times the amount of copper wire on the wall. So you can see how amazing it is to communicate with light.
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Seed Beads of Czechoslovakia
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The notable mentions of the other galleries at Corning Museum of Glass are Contemporary Glass Gallery, Innovation Gallery, etc. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDkn5cbQ3Jogs2ua4yfexITQCeQL00nNbCoGCzdgv9IpRwsfiip0iOR9Q4daQVQM-oFXY79KXV5sWp4gjeuSzqN-bQFF0WNK7iAcb0WIOOi1Ycc9dWo2Pine0h57UQD1keZa3qHZgEg7HcOeEcuN8Qey3q8NwV64AbZqviH45bt7Mm0jnHDWNCAllxfQ/s800/Corning24_0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgDkn5cbQ3Jogs2ua4yfexITQCeQL00nNbCoGCzdgv9IpRwsfiip0iOR9Q4daQVQM-oFXY79KXV5sWp4gjeuSzqN-bQFF0WNK7iAcb0WIOOi1Ycc9dWo2Pine0h57UQD1keZa3qHZgEg7HcOeEcuN8Qey3q8NwV64AbZqviH45bt7Mm0jnHDWNCAllxfQ/s16000/Corning24_0.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEih6Y0PK6y5x1BHR-EN3w9NSdzNi2sSFjuYN0BmxPsgiujhZJMfee4eYHVjwO_JmwLVVeGGXXZqD0FL6LcbfH50W81LGoUyNAhn_T0_M32eDcY_AJ4sZe2x8rNbjMINumevplR-p2dTOrUCwObZbv2ADXN5v7igjweVaMLes6gJyJnjocK5OfGT0BZbBA/s800/Corning23_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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I almost always get some creative stuff for home from here!</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiu_s97meoUL4-ETyHpPP-FmJiLSrZRRTOdcLiIWXeEadAPmkJQfb8Ed7VmL4zfi0WjiY5pHnN-iHRp8mj_bRCs9sNe-rdBYMMOhTKB_mBwAIAg0djAgeJz1MEN9p2x3jvkUP8G753LaxIQYuSYn8RFhyg_0f50q66BROzo67oLppu1J46TLCRybUAMg/s800/Corning2_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="533" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgiu_s97meoUL4-ETyHpPP-FmJiLSrZRRTOdcLiIWXeEadAPmkJQfb8Ed7VmL4zfi0WjiY5pHnN-iHRp8mj_bRCs9sNe-rdBYMMOhTKB_mBwAIAg0djAgeJz1MEN9p2x3jvkUP8G753LaxIQYuSYn8RFhyg_0f50q66BROzo67oLppu1J46TLCRybUAMg/s16000/Corning2_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZTnZW24wv4xDgJCLwyn7QMLlpA17q2SUlLP0tn1XgxGNOb9beUivpqnyAA4ogu1f_7Wzj4anjwWvapiiG6yM9qOpUPtrW7f8YckRB8cWuhvkm6wrj_2fmsf2iGnRr3evO9e967p2A9LRRufcnJjpkSfeFGytjxW4gxc66LHyJm_zBKX1mvz5edEZNXg/s800/Corning5_0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZTnZW24wv4xDgJCLwyn7QMLlpA17q2SUlLP0tn1XgxGNOb9beUivpqnyAA4ogu1f_7Wzj4anjwWvapiiG6yM9qOpUPtrW7f8YckRB8cWuhvkm6wrj_2fmsf2iGnRr3evO9e967p2A9LRRufcnJjpkSfeFGytjxW4gxc66LHyJm_zBKX1mvz5edEZNXg/s16000/Corning5_0.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAJ8wUIb-gpFd7Bex6cZgBzLqO3EbBU47aPz5E56ASbwLEA_AwaEqYP063drD9HgpoPoq-c3tJ1Q7TBpyo_jONuyOD82KWpKS3DKNzesj3ViM3uvPzrkfjxevjppCU-pwvZ3E47UhoSbYrM1H1-d1u0alth60YIUaQiLbIuOu6HEFGa_lMXAea1v3fUw/s800/Corning6_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhAJ8wUIb-gpFd7Bex6cZgBzLqO3EbBU47aPz5E56ASbwLEA_AwaEqYP063drD9HgpoPoq-c3tJ1Q7TBpyo_jONuyOD82KWpKS3DKNzesj3ViM3uvPzrkfjxevjppCU-pwvZ3E47UhoSbYrM1H1-d1u0alth60YIUaQiLbIuOu6HEFGa_lMXAea1v3fUw/s16000/Corning6_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikOBGZgmVrfKYtYnTywIkFCWTFcqB61Njf4sV7Q4Ply-EaepSn26b1QH7sUJAO8ISSTalw8Ur7V8ZfPKHkwJkjbqsa6FjsYqq515Ej5OHuo3U447MMj6CbhpCz7Ej06z2bVxLNd-OciLS52w1bbRlzFiVy-yuToUbBwI-S7uC0zL_Mxvkhmi299mJksg/s800/Corning7_0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikOBGZgmVrfKYtYnTywIkFCWTFcqB61Njf4sV7Q4Ply-EaepSn26b1QH7sUJAO8ISSTalw8Ur7V8ZfPKHkwJkjbqsa6FjsYqq515Ej5OHuo3U447MMj6CbhpCz7Ej06z2bVxLNd-OciLS52w1bbRlzFiVy-yuToUbBwI-S7uC0zL_Mxvkhmi299mJksg/s16000/Corning7_0.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div>Ankionthemovehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975209562434289902noreply@blogger.com31 Museum Way, Corning, NY 14830, USA42.149804499999988 -77.054195913.839570663821142 -112.2104459 70.460038336178826 -41.897945899999996tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7422094847023178256.post-81021667593344902322022-04-12T07:47:00.003+05:302022-04-15T12:55:55.595+05:30The Best of Art Galleries, Street Art and Artsy Cafes in Kowloon Hong Kong<p>As new-age Instagrammers, we are constantly on the lookout for stories that inspire us, art that moves us, and a city that mirrors our own growth. West Kowloon Cultural District is Hong Kong's newest cultural hub, pulsing with energy when it comes to creating modern traditions. It attracts dynamic cultural cityscapes where East meets West, Art meets Aesthetics, Modern meets History and getting carried away in the gleaming possibilities of Cultural District isn't just a false promise.</p><p><br /></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9rNukmEurim90ZNqK1qRodTZtKa8xmLNiKSK4QVJOLrnlyu4Tklj4H2sAPXWM5n-cS4KUknUcyLPH7e3QYWsUKofqBaf597av2nye9sLKn5Q8vIeJI4-mt-6pLmJZFgP2Q2VjB5LZz-8S1OdW3bQp7iM-F9JdUyP5WrOPvg5FhLFuBO5iXfnjLdJ7iw/s800/Yau%20Ma%20Tei%20Fruit%20Market%20Gwo%20Laan_1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="534" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj9rNukmEurim90ZNqK1qRodTZtKa8xmLNiKSK4QVJOLrnlyu4Tklj4H2sAPXWM5n-cS4KUknUcyLPH7e3QYWsUKofqBaf597av2nye9sLKn5Q8vIeJI4-mt-6pLmJZFgP2Q2VjB5LZz-8S1OdW3bQp7iM-F9JdUyP5WrOPvg5FhLFuBO5iXfnjLdJ7iw/s16000/Yau%20Ma%20Tei%20Fruit%20Market%20Gwo%20Laan_1.jpeg" /></a></div><div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Classic Instagram Shot: A local pose in front of Yau Ma Tei Fruit Market's mosaic mural near ferry street, which depicts the lively market's comings and goings. </i></div><br />
Art has taken precedence in our lives even more since the pandemic. While museums were once viewed primarily as educational institutions that we could cross off our bucket list, as we spend more time at home indulging in our artistic endeavors and creativity, the role of art has become central in our lives, necessitating the need to get out there to heal and understand through art.<span><a name='more'></a></span>
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Suhanya Raffel, Museum Director M+ says, <i>“Great cities have great cultural institutions. M+ is the first global museum. In Asia, there is no institution that’s collecting visual art together with design and architecture and moving image, none. When M+ opens it will change people’s life.”</i> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>
West Kowloon is so diverse that it will pique your curiosity no matter what your interests are.
We could marvel at the skyscrapers and mountains, or we could delve into West Kowloon's history of seafaring Tanka People - also known as Water Gypsies or Water people - docking their fishing boats. We could go on and on about our experience at the Yau Ma Tei Theatre, the only surviving pre-World War II theatre. Or we could keep our cameras ready for the Flight of Stairs, which is a series of steps with a 2D flower garden painted on them.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIv5uBMCKSeq0SbSMKUiGuBaqOpRCNSV-fSNrizaaYeG3hfkO-AP5qxapuVMVPCX8w47vyYIN9k1NKas2fiq4x0bSCFx8fmGxxPVhd-6d9UdG7A9EOZfhC563nYpgkfow7ws7fXHV3v6AQqe2byZI7csT8yHrbIvr7naNSHNS5mwVFnvUWpt1OzlWksQ/s800/StairMural.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="533" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjIv5uBMCKSeq0SbSMKUiGuBaqOpRCNSV-fSNrizaaYeG3hfkO-AP5qxapuVMVPCX8w47vyYIN9k1NKas2fiq4x0bSCFx8fmGxxPVhd-6d9UdG7A9EOZfhC563nYpgkfow7ws7fXHV3v6AQqe2byZI7csT8yHrbIvr7naNSHNS5mwVFnvUWpt1OzlWksQ/s16000/StairMural.jpeg" /></a></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"> <i> Flight of Stairs: Let’s choose our flowers, shall w</i>e? </div>
<div><br /></div>I have created <b>itineraries</b> picking the best of Art Galleries, Street Art, and Artsy Cafes in Kowloon. So, let's begin our journey of ten of my favorite spots from the <a href="https://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/explore/neighbourhoods/west-kowloon.html"><b><i>West Kowloon Cultural District</i></b></a>:
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The Best of Art Galleries:
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I've put together a map that highlights the local art galleries. Because the loop is only 20 minutes long, art gallery enthusiasts will appreciate the variety of options available.
</span><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaA9Wjh8g6umvR1SdUhfk_YUdt2E9-6mL1dQTUNF81mNxShDOoFnfKVlhysc4s-8gEHLrgWlGhhc1V-WjmUGFycZdQcLKkS0DXkIDz6LBaR6V4wd1UqoVPemlzR-SisudWcbf1WrucjmXLW24ctsLKK60iA4bl3HF5M3fqWThFkInGRYqTwnmRr_ihTg/s1430/Picture1_1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="876" data-original-width="1430" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjaA9Wjh8g6umvR1SdUhfk_YUdt2E9-6mL1dQTUNF81mNxShDOoFnfKVlhysc4s-8gEHLrgWlGhhc1V-WjmUGFycZdQcLKkS0DXkIDz6LBaR6V4wd1UqoVPemlzR-SisudWcbf1WrucjmXLW24ctsLKK60iA4bl3HF5M3fqWThFkInGRYqTwnmRr_ihTg/s16000/Picture1_1.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>1. <b>M+:</b> If you thought M+ was just another museum, you're in for a surprise. M+ is a must-see on the West Kowloon waterfront, featuring 20th and 21st century visual art, design, and architecture, as well as moving visuals and the thematic area of Hong Kong visual culture. Jacques Herzog, Founding Partner of Herzog & de Meuron, says, “By visual art, we mean it’s much more open for performance, for photography, for ceramic work, for design, for architecture. That variety and diversity is important today than it was 10 or 20 years ago.” </div><div><br /></div><div><span><span style="background-color: #351c75;"><table style="color: white; font-style: italic; width: 100%;"><tbody>
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There are about 8000 works in the museum, plus 50,000 items collection dedicated to architecture. The collection is divided into 3 areas: 1) Design and Architecture. 2)Moving Image 3) Visual Art.
</i><div><span style="color: white;"><span style="background-color: #351c75;"><b><br /></b></span></span></div><div><span><span><b style="background-color: white;">Where: </b><i style="background-color: #351c75; color: white;">West Kowloon Cultural District, 38 Museum Drive, Kowloon, Hong Kong </i></span></span></div><div><br /></div><div><b>2. Hong Kong Museum of Art: </b>You can also go to the newly renovated Hong Kong Museum of Art, which has rotating exhibitions and international exhibits. The Hong Kong Museum of Art is the city's first public art museum, with a collection of approximately 17,000 artefacts ranging from Chinese antiquities and calligraphy to modern installations and Western paintings. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>Where:</b> <span><span style="background-color: #351c75; color: white;"><i>10 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui</i></span></span></div><div><br /></div><div>Anyone who gets more interested in calligraphy can also visit Yau Sang Cheong to learn more about the Chinese Calligraphy. They also have workshops to learn the fundamentals of this traditional art form.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbEYW2mEfNs3__eYzcnWaoSfp30R6p0Ntd5fUyGuVnJKGkORxZg4nhLH1HllOf_5Yr2h3pHAIZXeggtdOiOafkp_8aLZvRK94iQlRrlI1I8Udt9q82f-s-HYgQR5R4TbhOYI0UVR41oA6r3RBQyeG-WurnPyeyZ3NbwlxNNpAhwB-8mKQdJazea0sP5g/s800/Yau%20Sang%20Cheong.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="533" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhbEYW2mEfNs3__eYzcnWaoSfp30R6p0Ntd5fUyGuVnJKGkORxZg4nhLH1HllOf_5Yr2h3pHAIZXeggtdOiOafkp_8aLZvRK94iQlRrlI1I8Udt9q82f-s-HYgQR5R4TbhOYI0UVR41oA6r3RBQyeG-WurnPyeyZ3NbwlxNNpAhwB-8mKQdJazea0sP5g/s16000/Yau%20Sang%20Cheong.jpeg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Yau Sang Cheong transports you to the brushstrokes that defined classical Chinese art and calligraphy, as well as a specialty shop selling calligraphy brushes, ink, and other Chinese art supplies.</i></div><div><br /><b>
3. Museum of History:</b> The museum's exhibitions trace the city's evolution from a modest fishing village to the bustling metropolis it is today, with fascinating relics and photographs providing an insight into the city's past! </div><div><br /></div><div><b style="background-color: white;">Where:</b><span style="background-color: #351c75;"> <span style="color: white;"><i>100 Chatham Road South, Tsim Sha Tsui</i></span></span></div><div><br /></div><div><b>4. Cultural Center:</b> Head to the Hong Kong Cultural Centre to witness a live performance, ranging from ballet shows to theatre productions, for culture vultures who wish to continue their discovery of arts and creativity along the harbourfront. Since its opening in 1989, this multipurpose venue has been the leading location for cultural performance, and it is well known for its visual appeal — its hallways and consistent tilework lend themselves particularly well to dramatic Instagram pictures! </div><div><br /></div><div><b>Where:</b> <span style="background-color: #351c75;"><span style="color: white;"><i>10 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui</i></span></span></div><div><br /></div><div>We may momentarily stretch our legs at the Art Park and waterfront promenade, which are ideal for green grass spaces and skyline photos, since we will be in and near Victoria Harbor when visiting M+ and the Cultural Centre. <div><br /></div><b><u>
The Best of Street Art
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Let’s begin by tracing directions on Google map of our favourite street arts.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx5XZ7e1sbJXtWJDW6hlbAneKiRLQfvxUWPjq131r9qi5Fh3Y3KZxtm8ALlFNhZFhefepwEiBs6PqMJROBS6fNQBHsMePtPz6x9S5_g-tKFVVy53me5V5ABTprxuoKEPCdGGrSPew21_xTCOGVvyw4_AKjtkgjufis_ToYAdRKO6T341du3cc5ICVjGw/s1430/Picture2_map_2.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="931" data-original-width="1430" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhx5XZ7e1sbJXtWJDW6hlbAneKiRLQfvxUWPjq131r9qi5Fh3Y3KZxtm8ALlFNhZFhefepwEiBs6PqMJROBS6fNQBHsMePtPz6x9S5_g-tKFVVy53me5V5ABTprxuoKEPCdGGrSPew21_xTCOGVvyw4_AKjtkgjufis_ToYAdRKO6T341du3cc5ICVjGw/s16000/Picture2_map_2.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>1. Yau Ma Tei Fruit Market:</b> I strongly suggest stopping by the Gwo Laan, or Yau Ma Tei Fruit Market if you are near the Yau Ma Tei Theatre or the Temple Street area. Imagine going through a sensory overload of fresh fruit, both local and exotic, while appreciating the art deco brick and stone structures of this historic building. Shutter art captures the lively market's comings and goings, from personified apples, oranges, and pineapples to a quiet scene of mahjong-playing locals. They say that the real action in the market is during the night, when tons and thousands of boxes of produce are moved in and out in this large wholesale fruit market. See if you can find the name plates adorning the shopfronts, which bear the names of various firms that are often as old as the structures themselves. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>Where:</b> <span style="background-color: #351c75;"><span style="color: white;"><i>Yau Ma Tei Fruit Market, Waterloo Road, Yau Ma Tei</i></span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: #351c75;"><span style="color: white;"><i><br /></i></span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: #351c75;"><span style="color: white;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEia8KLv0TJyAZBZNRPm3JpPJUqB-DCAgeKzYPN8AK9uXHx1u7Qd9FbzSfTUgp2uIQsouTxbEgRhWu3muzOpnR4tmhitVXcN1wtspAjG0e1h5iuaYuoc1skNjnyIMzWnjVN94ccX4eK-ZMYen29anDWH1gW4v8Aq73NnhGm8th_Wpr0HrfEmVpNEO38yLQ/s800/YMT%20Fruit%20Market%20murals.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="533" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEia8KLv0TJyAZBZNRPm3JpPJUqB-DCAgeKzYPN8AK9uXHx1u7Qd9FbzSfTUgp2uIQsouTxbEgRhWu3muzOpnR4tmhitVXcN1wtspAjG0e1h5iuaYuoc1skNjnyIMzWnjVN94ccX4eK-ZMYen29anDWH1gW4v8Aq73NnhGm8th_Wpr0HrfEmVpNEO38yLQ/s16000/YMT%20Fruit%20Market%20murals.jpeg" /></a></div></span></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>To view shutter art, you must visit while the shutters are down, around mid-morning, after the stalls have completed their early morning bidding session and before the market opens to the public for retail shopping.</i></div><br /><b>
2. Flight of Stairs:</b> This is a popular photo op for both locals and photographers. Different sections of the stairwell are painted with a different type of flower, so you can sit amongst a field of purple tulips, yellow sunflowers, or red roses — whichever appeals to you the most. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>Where:</b> <span style="background-color: #351c75;"><span style="color: white;"><i>81 Public Square Street, Yau Ma Tei</i></span></span></div><div><br /></div><div><b>3. 176–178 Shanghai Street:</b> Only a few buildings in Hong Kong still have a covered terrace on the ground level in the manner of historic shophouses, but one of them is the building at 176–178 Shanghai Street. They were mostly occupied by Chinese merchants in the past and were known locally as tong lau, which literally means 'Chinese building.' Though the four-story tenement building has since been rebuilt, a big sign on top of the structure carries the numerals '1940,' the year of construction. It currently houses a typical pawn store, which is a dying industry in and of itself. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>Where:</b><span style="background-color: #351c75;"><span style="color: white;"><i> 176–178 Shanghai Street, Yau Ma Tei</i></span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: #351c75;"><span style="color: white;"><i><br /></i></span></span></div><div><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOLhkd2_Y8WWzg0AffYoNEGl9x26fxmxl1DQicJ12MmoFxY5ezDidyM0aAPyBwZO7Mac_c_dBC0Hd-2zfB6kDqJ6bWsmxO5Aum3GMyyNoxguFoXe6qYfoX0-pfoWBOQIyOBASuKbaPgtgSM_eYY84f25q4zeZFREsuvq5iwJ9ck59YjTSlcRBVPUbXGw/s800/Tong%20Lau%20176-178%20Shanghai%20Street.jpeg" style="background-color: #351c75; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="625" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgOLhkd2_Y8WWzg0AffYoNEGl9x26fxmxl1DQicJ12MmoFxY5ezDidyM0aAPyBwZO7Mac_c_dBC0Hd-2zfB6kDqJ6bWsmxO5Aum3GMyyNoxguFoXe6qYfoX0-pfoWBOQIyOBASuKbaPgtgSM_eYY84f25q4zeZFREsuvq5iwJ9ck59YjTSlcRBVPUbXGw/s16000/Tong%20Lau%20176-178%20Shanghai%20Street.jpeg" /></a></div><div><span><span style="color: white;"><div style="text-align: center;"><span><span style="color: white;"><span style="caret-color: rgb(0, 0, 0); color: black;"><span style="background-color: white;"><i>A neon sign with the customary pawn shop figure of a stylized, upside-down bat gripping a coin may be found on both sides of the building. </i></span><br /></span></span></span></div><i style="background-color: #351c75;"><br /></i></span></span></div><div><span><span style="color: white;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSKzoXVjnKnZMT45PKqtk9i_gdh1cewEFCeadOTTen1sIxKdj_4rXrfC2jvqrY6aFgG2yV9fVDfy5224Cv5FJWZBp30bHM1XVUlyh9-APJ2Vgf_05BwzFzuxvWi8EY_xu0i4QXLRS4sssTfkKYAEFQmRxcdN6cySWWiVqJpJrV3DNLayoFqXnhZ8BiGQ/s800/Tong%20Lau%20176-178%20Shanghai%20Street%20_2_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="533" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSKzoXVjnKnZMT45PKqtk9i_gdh1cewEFCeadOTTen1sIxKdj_4rXrfC2jvqrY6aFgG2yV9fVDfy5224Cv5FJWZBp30bHM1XVUlyh9-APJ2Vgf_05BwzFzuxvWi8EY_xu0i4QXLRS4sssTfkKYAEFQmRxcdN6cySWWiVqJpJrV3DNLayoFqXnhZ8BiGQ/s16000/Tong%20Lau%20176-178%20Shanghai%20Street%20_2_2.jpg" /></a></div></span></span></div><div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>The characters for the bat’s Chinese name (蝠) and good fortune (福), and ‘to turn around’ (倒) and ‘to arrive’ (到) are homophones, auspiciously alluding to the arrival of good fortune.</i></div>
<br /></div><div><b>4. Surrealist mural piece:</b> Murals are a living art canvas that may be used to express a variety of subjects. The Surrealist Mural Piece, for example, is located on Shanghai Street, near to the Red Brick Building, which is a popular tourist attraction. The large artwork illustrates urban life alongside a plea to mankind to adopt environmentally conscious actions. At first look, we perceive a robot-like creature standing on top of a flowering bush and riding a bicycle. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>Where: </b><span style="background-color: #351c75;"><span style="color: white;"><i> 342 Shanghai Street, Yau Ma Tei</i></span></span></div><div><span style="color: white;"><span style="background-color: #351c75; caret-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><i><br /></i></span></span></div><div><span style="color: white;"><span style="background-color: #351c75; caret-color: rgb(255, 255, 255);"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc5BHhi8LV-rpRIQfnAM228B3T-e9pX84cBM7Gr0Xp5EKpiua9LqI2tHZAzwydSxKrDq76yeadKIxPG-wQdbsGoAsBpUnHCwndoveouiYRQEqsn97RhKZJ332SUGpTeuXDbJR6Mmf-9vs6sJphvPiGtqibHG08Uj47sPeYif_FPyvNJhBqa1G75t94-g/s800/Red%20Brick%20Building%20mural_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="533" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjc5BHhi8LV-rpRIQfnAM228B3T-e9pX84cBM7Gr0Xp5EKpiua9LqI2tHZAzwydSxKrDq76yeadKIxPG-wQdbsGoAsBpUnHCwndoveouiYRQEqsn97RhKZJ332SUGpTeuXDbJR6Mmf-9vs6sJphvPiGtqibHG08Uj47sPeYif_FPyvNJhBqa1G75t94-g/s16000/Red%20Brick%20Building%20mural_1.jpg" /></a></div></span></span><i><div style="text-align: center;"><i>As we explore deeper into the mural's secret meaning, our attention is drawn to his mandarin vest. His waistcoat is adorned with windows and air conditioners, emulating the characteristic building facades of Hong Kong's cityscape, including the one on which it rests! Isn’t it an interesting way to know how the typical building facades of Hong Kong are! </i></div></i><br /><u style="font-weight: bold;">
The Best of Artsy Cafes </u><div><br /></div>
The two artsy cafes mentioned below are situated 5 minutes apart from each other, and this is where they stand on Google Map.
<br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCoDSkQ6fceP-qKjUxldqM4uDb7UqdZy4wBAxCNBYg2HxHbvkTJux1WScyROQpD4e8q8yCdLTcvdrC6J5opsJzKZ7GAsetmCXRlq5-TfbNa1Yb2bYZiNltiUzh1QIXjSZLAWXXSv5SxEGWLGz3R8L1WEqpCIfG5FauEzLk0ptRL9pg9Tf-HopNUyhPew/s1430/Picture3_map_2.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="876" data-original-width="1430" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCoDSkQ6fceP-qKjUxldqM4uDb7UqdZy4wBAxCNBYg2HxHbvkTJux1WScyROQpD4e8q8yCdLTcvdrC6J5opsJzKZ7GAsetmCXRlq5-TfbNa1Yb2bYZiNltiUzh1QIXjSZLAWXXSv5SxEGWLGz3R8L1WEqpCIfG5FauEzLk0ptRL9pg9Tf-HopNUyhPew/s16000/Picture3_map_2.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>1. PICKY: </b>Begin your tour with a cup of coffee or tea at PICKY, which is located inside Tung Nam Lou, a heritage building that has been turned into a boutique art hotel. It began as a neighborhood seafood restaurant, then evolved into an office building, and finally into a celebration of arts and culture in the community. Explore the terrace for views of historic tong lau buildings all around — a flavor of old Hong Kong — and drink tea or coffee surrounded by art pieces and design-conscious furnishings. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>Where: </b><span style="background-color: #351c75;"><span style="color: white;"><i>5/F, 68 Portland Street, Yau Ma Tei</i></span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: #351c75;"><span style="color: white;"><i><br /></i></span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: #351c75;"><span style="color: white;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQeU9un_MJNaH9D3WjySj3o7RRukcwIo14Z_cFz6CvZ6uFqR_t-Vkm4jyiOIQ3Y5g-qrzUG1YbbGdOm48Zixz5MVyYFXEqYxLtYxZec7_XTlk14RCxnwY--LLWwxucvQcLu6PbAiOYSXODJWKw4T9gg-klWRnsNZVfx0b4FZSpn3DWU0fBEShTlf6NNg/s800/Picky%20Tung%20Nam%20Lou_0.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="534" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQeU9un_MJNaH9D3WjySj3o7RRukcwIo14Z_cFz6CvZ6uFqR_t-Vkm4jyiOIQ3Y5g-qrzUG1YbbGdOm48Zixz5MVyYFXEqYxLtYxZec7_XTlk14RCxnwY--LLWwxucvQcLu6PbAiOYSXODJWKw4T9gg-klWRnsNZVfx0b4FZSpn3DWU0fBEShTlf6NNg/s16000/Picky%20Tung%20Nam%20Lou_0.jpeg" /></a></div><br /></span></span></div><div><b>2. Mido Café:</b> Make a pit stop at Mido Cafe for some classic Hong Kong cha chaan teng cuisine if you're hungry after a screening at the Broadway Cinamatheque (a unique theatre that runs arthouse films in addition to blockbuster movies). Since their opening in 1950, their basic interiors have remained the same, consisting of classic remains of Hong Kong's newly industrialised landscape. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>Where:</b> <span style="background-color: #351c75;"><span style="color: white;"><i>63 Temple Street, Yau Ma Tei 63 Temple Street, Yau Ma Tei</i></span></span><br /><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIZHzQqKLNGVpB8JO97maUz2w038TCJIs9zbohWJkAz0Xc3Obb-nm9QPC7JoLBMJd9GFuIM5DceNR3RauUTz_8yaCUyci2khJcoj2vaZaBZkL6izWO0U7qndCBkp2uEjMOG6UHxajTSf05O55_A_acgijANgXhtIfhK9jMv4EvqmxZSz9HtLusFXMOHg/s800/Mido%20Cafe%20(i)_1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="534" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiIZHzQqKLNGVpB8JO97maUz2w038TCJIs9zbohWJkAz0Xc3Obb-nm9QPC7JoLBMJd9GFuIM5DceNR3RauUTz_8yaCUyci2khJcoj2vaZaBZkL6izWO0U7qndCBkp2uEjMOG6UHxajTSf05O55_A_acgijANgXhtIfhK9jMv4EvqmxZSz9HtLusFXMOHg/s16000/Mido%20Cafe%20(i)_1.jpeg" /></a>
<i>A mural representing the dining scene in the café hangs on the wall right outside the entrance.
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Movies are works of art because they are interpretations of reality. If you're in Kowloon and curious about regional cinema, the Vision Signage Production Mural on Reclamation Street is a good photo opportunity because the owner's film props appear in 90 percent of Hong Kong-based films. The Box, Hong Kong's largest black box theatre, is housed in Freespace at Art Park, making it an ideal venue for experimental productions and events. Also, take a walk down the Avenue of Stars next to the Victoria Harbor and marvel at the entertainment titans who shaped Hong Kong's indelible film industry and continue to inspire us today.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR4klML75bMz9dsVwboVpXGvd5uzx7eF0NZQwBrOUfYWr_6nAwFU7IXLT6BWDi1WWG4Aiw5aEmawsYG91kq601i-MjrA1UuUHvtyZ4baklJRaHgZOjUrbAWxgaX9belzLqwTQCGd6KXHQ440BxGNFkt8JDzlngwmJHguX9ffvUmadUAboRIwtW6mmIFw/s800/Vision%20Signage%2001_1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="533" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR4klML75bMz9dsVwboVpXGvd5uzx7eF0NZQwBrOUfYWr_6nAwFU7IXLT6BWDi1WWG4Aiw5aEmawsYG91kq601i-MjrA1UuUHvtyZ4baklJRaHgZOjUrbAWxgaX9belzLqwTQCGd6KXHQ440BxGNFkt8JDzlngwmJHguX9ffvUmadUAboRIwtW6mmIFw/s16000/Vision%20Signage%2001_1.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br /><br />The <a href="https://www.discoverhongkong.com/eng/explore/neighbourhoods/west-kowloon.html"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><i>West Kowloon Cultural District</i></span></a> is hence one of the <i><b>HK Neighborhoods</b></i> that is unique enough to inspire a great vacation with a high-energy vibe you must not miss!<br /><br />Also, feel free to tag in your HK Kowloon experiences at <a href="https://www.instagram.com/discoverhongkong/?hl=en"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">discoverhongkong</span></a> using #discoverhongkong on Instagram and we would love to hear…<br /><br />Feel free to visit the following for more details: <a href="https://www.discoverhongkong.com/in/index.html"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Discover Hong Kong Website</span></a></div></div><div><br /></div>
/* Note: I wrote this post in collaboration with Hong Kong Tourism(Discover Hong Kong) */Ankionthemovehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975209562434289902noreply@blogger.com4Kowloon, Hong Kong22.3185673 114.1796057-5.9916665361788439 79.0233557 50.628801136178851 149.3358557tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7422094847023178256.post-16105488004150134282022-02-10T00:51:00.005+05:302022-02-10T01:02:02.654+05:30New York | How Fashion Evolved in the time of Covid-19 | NYFW<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhwv7aGugeVaXgHxSRhX9AjaSiWNE2D0qXeCLrtHQJoCBTo0MnAHQ84Kp0qlk27R787gpeWYf-L1rwJTarEMv-l4hLo891xuzZN7Sd7SnsrAjnRpD21Sxw75NuG2u2g_Xx7OIL9dAACTqGv0w1k0ViUECbdloyOGheDpz3L_T3nYBEl6iYU0oZlw9tRfQ=s800" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="459" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhwv7aGugeVaXgHxSRhX9AjaSiWNE2D0qXeCLrtHQJoCBTo0MnAHQ84Kp0qlk27R787gpeWYf-L1rwJTarEMv-l4hLo891xuzZN7Sd7SnsrAjnRpD21Sxw75NuG2u2g_Xx7OIL9dAACTqGv0w1k0ViUECbdloyOGheDpz3L_T3nYBEl6iYU0oZlw9tRfQ=s16000" /></a></div><br /></div><i>The idea of putting <a href="https://www.ankionthemove.com/2021/07/new-york-fashion-week-runway-model-experience.html"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">New York</span></a> on hold is a metaphor. We've seen this city fight against stillness, and movement is what its soul craves. In the last two years, the fashion world in New York has undergone a series of transformations. We've come a long way in a short time, from an economic slumber that forced mass-market brands to close their doors to the emergence of style that served a higher purpose than just couture.</i><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj931iOaYpMxGKfkbpneFPZgYR1rFfd0AhQbqmvVc0H-FD_RreLkxoCl5ZSppUpiUMufgMFJlxdUsHAQkFu3nl3pYoa5AqQ2deAPYjMEMx0W6CoEcXinqlnf3TV9rS88nULp3t_pDDPrGVzkTDFDKtteojgubwEJBS8GU6MRsOOtlQUKqsoikbLqebPAg=s1200" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj931iOaYpMxGKfkbpneFPZgYR1rFfd0AhQbqmvVc0H-FD_RreLkxoCl5ZSppUpiUMufgMFJlxdUsHAQkFu3nl3pYoa5AqQ2deAPYjMEMx0W6CoEcXinqlnf3TV9rS88nULp3t_pDDPrGVzkTDFDKtteojgubwEJBS8GU6MRsOOtlQUKqsoikbLqebPAg=s16000" /></a></div><br /><i><br /></i></div><div><i><br /></i><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWZnoy4TQ9MP_CqJ9CsHKhZgAm77TY_umgYjgNtye3d30kALTSepwPT3mUILmvIfTaG4xwTImLxdr3fR75WXCLKABRjJ8aFRwWiPiGZj4EvrUrjOK9RL7o9bHUNKQyXr9AO5LQnyKSA3OSx7AciPH1tY8mAWerA0nh8c6Y8006ZnH4JsOlYs0NH1grxg/s1200/nyfw3_1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWZnoy4TQ9MP_CqJ9CsHKhZgAm77TY_umgYjgNtye3d30kALTSepwPT3mUILmvIfTaG4xwTImLxdr3fR75WXCLKABRjJ8aFRwWiPiGZj4EvrUrjOK9RL7o9bHUNKQyXr9AO5LQnyKSA3OSx7AciPH1tY8mAWerA0nh8c6Y8006ZnH4JsOlYs0NH1grxg/s16000/nyfw3_1.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">In 2020, I admired her designs from far at #newyorkfashionweek. In 2021 I got to wear them ❤️ Her designs are straight out of dreamland, and the uniqueness of it is so profound that even the passersby at the Central Park complimented me for it. </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"> Designer <a href="https://www.instagram.com/doviart.fashion/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Dovile Riebschlager</span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Location: Central Park, New York</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">#nyfw2021 #NYC with <a href="https://www.instagram.com/alexanderegurman/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Alexander Gurman</span></a> <a href="https://www.instagram.com/themodel28/?hl=en"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Medjine Dazulme </span></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">Published in <a href="https://www.instagram.com/revengefashionmagazine/?hl=en"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Revenge Magazine</span></a>, New York</div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
<a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuutG51SLF1Syx6x9KOqvUI3oDoOSkVQxs1KuNPauevqLZ1Vv3Y0ctrSbq6F7aTP-4PuF1gnY4JYwrDCuWi7ETXQLpyfRkK23vA_ZWMq-z7RsVXCHHWpbKYfzJq1wwrnJyYGGSMFYx8vMuDFkyRsb8QKI10qO1qg9JgNbrFsVcaY1KVa8--FR3i3uRvg/s800/NYFW1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhuutG51SLF1Syx6x9KOqvUI3oDoOSkVQxs1KuNPauevqLZ1Vv3Y0ctrSbq6F7aTP-4PuF1gnY4JYwrDCuWi7ETXQLpyfRkK23vA_ZWMq-z7RsVXCHHWpbKYfzJq1wwrnJyYGGSMFYx8vMuDFkyRsb8QKI10qO1qg9JgNbrFsVcaY1KVa8--FR3i3uRvg/s16000/NYFW1.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br /></div> <i>Me, with Anastasia Li at #NYFW</i><br /><i><br /></i></div><div>Our needs have changed as we grapple with depressing news in today's world. While many may have adopted a lifestyle in which ice-cream bellies have replaced traditional forms, we cannot deny that fashion is responsible for a large portion of each country's livelihood. After the pandemic is over, we'll need clothing, though slightly oversized as comfort takes precedence over style, sooner or later.
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We are slowly and figuratively trying to inject hope in despair by accepting pear-sized humane models with open arms, walking for more severe causes that need a voice, and bringing local artisans to light. Although some may refer to it as frugal, I refer to it as expansion. New York must go on and in style, whatever the case may be.</div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /><br /><b><u>
Local Cultures Abound
</u></b><br /><br /><i><b><a href="https://www.instagram.com/vannytousignant/?hl=en"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Vanny Tousignant</span></a></b>, a well-known fashion designer and creator of International Fashion & Arts Week / New York Indonesia Fashion Week says: "I open the doors to the world of fashion in New York for Indonesian designers and artisans. Many of them don't know how to get here or how to be rewarded for their efforts."</i></div><span><!--more--></span><span><!--more--></span><span><!--more--></span><div><i><br /></i></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgk-3wYBiGsafzHM3-Oe2E8rl_fgEZlAUb7y1dVc3P2yTTiWS8ni8lM5_JPFNXBDm0jmEjP1160shRrpgbgOoL6DynsWeEyblz1lKecTE9XnYEUPPKgyA0Q5QrR8SbdRe1OiX6zP4JTxEEb982_omEgGq9mpdnuI4gYirq6QHrspXLofEo-z0zy94n9cw=s1465" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1465" data-original-width="1012" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgk-3wYBiGsafzHM3-Oe2E8rl_fgEZlAUb7y1dVc3P2yTTiWS8ni8lM5_JPFNXBDm0jmEjP1160shRrpgbgOoL6DynsWeEyblz1lKecTE9XnYEUPPKgyA0Q5QrR8SbdRe1OiX6zP4JTxEEb982_omEgGq9mpdnuI4gYirq6QHrspXLofEo-z0zy94n9cw=s16000" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgaSyQk4W5a0yr7SV7U13YkMd_aLmTEw06EgCZ9RVeMUnNvMvmy5lWtTSRPn35Bbe-eB4_cbIWMGxOgdB8UHvrmg6piKt-JRZecDSATp2b_YTPaMFMtdhJfomYU5c5JSWDR6nU1aIKqKcAEXj9Cf0ySKm0AuQodVOpHXGMnSNIEHH20pDAq39NLQtVDBw=s960" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgaSyQk4W5a0yr7SV7U13YkMd_aLmTEw06EgCZ9RVeMUnNvMvmy5lWtTSRPn35Bbe-eB4_cbIWMGxOgdB8UHvrmg6piKt-JRZecDSATp2b_YTPaMFMtdhJfomYU5c5JSWDR6nU1aIKqKcAEXj9Cf0ySKm0AuQodVOpHXGMnSNIEHH20pDAq39NLQtVDBw=s16000" /></a><span style="text-align: left;"> <i>Indonesian Designers arrive at the airport for Feb 2022 New York Indonesia Fashion Week by Vanny. </i></span></div><i><br /></i><br /><b><u>
Magazines Galore</u></b><br /><br />Since the beginning of the year, magazines have been at the forefront of regaining visibility. This year, we saw her expand her wings into magazines, where her work could reach out to the masses who are currently housebound. We're reviving the age-old tradition of reading magazines. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgwUA9RVl12G_kbZE8OvsV06EGut2h4CcQJL8N56QtD8nwh3i62CZhbWJ_ueWBWmkqF6kPUN0pLBWq9hTXCjUHT50LfUcw4cJx9ZyWE6OPm3KH9xPSFlrKS8TaTDzco9BqaGdpkDCI8tFMwdgsbJ01syWPcuxa-zuqKgjHzDKMZ9KlhVUOST2QBvlX2fg=s2015" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="2015" data-original-width="1294" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgwUA9RVl12G_kbZE8OvsV06EGut2h4CcQJL8N56QtD8nwh3i62CZhbWJ_ueWBWmkqF6kPUN0pLBWq9hTXCjUHT50LfUcw4cJx9ZyWE6OPm3KH9xPSFlrKS8TaTDzco9BqaGdpkDCI8tFMwdgsbJ01syWPcuxa-zuqKgjHzDKMZ9KlhVUOST2QBvlX2fg=s16000" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> Me, being p<i>ublished as a volunteer director and media host #ifaweek6 in Int'l Fashion & Arts Magazine by Vanny Tousignant</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div><div><div><br /></div><div><b><u>Fashion Goes Locally Outdoors
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As doors open to new ways to maintain fashion, we've seen it regain momentum once more as Covid cases begin to fall in New York. Even at its peak, we discovered that alternate methods of sustaining were the season's theme. We've seen online auditions and voting for private shows (Couture Fashion Week).
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During the past six months, Alexander Gurman, the producer of Mr. Great Fashion Show, has come up with many such ideas, holding multiple shows in the area, often outdoors where risk is lower.
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The outdoor shoot provides space for the models and makes them feel safer. The added advantage is the sparkle in the eyes of bystanders who have previously just seen fashion behind closed doors. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiTpmspvCVUQbJuUxJMjGWRyQ9Mgm3FoXrxUXe5slY2cYrk1f3R9jRBb2jGiiGFt78-LUagvbP97pvsD6fyDjw0vTJVZAjnpYh0A3OIvXzMJ9ItdlgdqU9JMPQ2XYZDLhdmS8f34xgJ60cLzp-yM7yUr7_z44lYLXyjj2FfEkiShUOvah477YnhyZ38_g=s800" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiTpmspvCVUQbJuUxJMjGWRyQ9Mgm3FoXrxUXe5slY2cYrk1f3R9jRBb2jGiiGFt78-LUagvbP97pvsD6fyDjw0vTJVZAjnpYh0A3OIvXzMJ9ItdlgdqU9JMPQ2XYZDLhdmS8f34xgJ60cLzp-yM7yUr7_z44lYLXyjj2FfEkiShUOvah477YnhyZ38_g=s16000" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><i><b><span style="background-color: white;"><a href="https://www.instagram.com/berezhnayanatasha/?hl=en"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Natasha Berezhnaya</span></a></span>'s designs, which are renowned in the theatrical world, have been seen floundering in angelic cityscapes.</b></i></div><div><i><b><br /></b></i></div><div><b><u>Fashion Goes Billboards and UN </u></b></div><div><i><b><br /></b></i></div><div>Almost all the designers that have modeled for or collaborated with, including Pamela Quinzi, Heritage India's Prashant Goel, Natasha Berezhnaya, Vanny Tousignant, Dovile, were honored to be published on the Times Square Billboards/Big Adverts this past year. It was interesting because we shifted our focus from runways to getting ourselves out there in the world. </div><div><br /></div><div><br />
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Designer <a href="https://www.instagram.com/heritageindiafashions/?hl=en"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Prashant Goel</span></a> also received the Highest Honor Award, a Resolution from Her Excellency, the Mayor of Union, New Jersey, Michele Delisfort at the United Nations for his outstanding promotion of multiculturalism, arts and cultural diversity. Prashant designed pieces for Disney productions, the film Eat Pray Love, which starred Julia Roberts, and has designed for several government officials, including an anarkali gown for Congresswoman Carolyn B. Maloney.
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It spoke for itself in many ways; as many new models got a chance, designers focused more on building their profiles, makeup artists such as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/nbeautsstudio/?hl=en"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Nighat Mua</span></a> launched their magazines or got published, like that. I felt a great sense of happiness for them because you know they deserve every ounce of recognition if you have worked with them. I have worked with Nighat and she is a pro as a make up artist. 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Amid the doom and gloom of winters and Covid-19, Alexander Gurman, a city native, arranged a fashion show with the dogs to spread positivity and optimism while also bringing attention to more severe issues such as animal cruelty.</div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj5fjfrz2HtEaYAXezSXHtJJYfUeZyoVvdT5Ckq-9kJXYfWUuRuVOmQgsdtvDmqnRev1gzAZFhuIJq8o3Mvqr0Lp9uYlTX6BIGiHlG5cs-4enxmycgAdqlXC5QTL7t4-w0bPnIm0obCHxsiL_CMWt4PHrsKA6ywfSn3qY5Xtuq5VOsnIUeeJ8_TNyP27Q=s1620" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1620" data-original-width="1080" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj5fjfrz2HtEaYAXezSXHtJJYfUeZyoVvdT5Ckq-9kJXYfWUuRuVOmQgsdtvDmqnRev1gzAZFhuIJq8o3Mvqr0Lp9uYlTX6BIGiHlG5cs-4enxmycgAdqlXC5QTL7t4-w0bPnIm0obCHxsiL_CMWt4PHrsKA6ywfSn3qY5Xtuq5VOsnIUeeJ8_TNyP27Q=s16000" /></a></div><br /> <br /><b><u>
Fashion, Creativity & Exotic Locales</u></b><br /><br /><i><b>Dovile Riebschlager, originally from Lithuania lives in Chicago, tells how water droplets inspired her when she was a teenager. Her innovative ensembles are now one-of-a-kind, as she aims for excellence in every piece she makes.
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She frequently travels to New York from Chicago to perform in various shows, including Alexander's. Her portfolio has recently been packed with outdoor shoots in multiple locations around the United States, including the epic terrains of Utah.<i> Isn't it fascinating how nature, as her source of inspiration, combines so well with the ambiance and textiles?</i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjbb9h-bo7ms62zVFnXFAp4i-vxaUKCKnaq8PzzAgsfQItvBvr38U0W8y9d3klnts9LfmjAoODRPgeVaa1ONv24ew-LUqPWKLnrEW31yTXn9-JAo9Mf_G7zqkmmfkJcrKZQMUMeIm44vEH6Vhn3L3T59FRLdc6GbtrjWpSXf4uXDm5a2fDgff_jfXskuQ=s960" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="684" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjbb9h-bo7ms62zVFnXFAp4i-vxaUKCKnaq8PzzAgsfQItvBvr38U0W8y9d3klnts9LfmjAoODRPgeVaa1ONv24ew-LUqPWKLnrEW31yTXn9-JAo9Mf_G7zqkmmfkJcrKZQMUMeIm44vEH6Vhn3L3T59FRLdc6GbtrjWpSXf4uXDm5a2fDgff_jfXskuQ=s16000" /></a></div><div><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhp0G07_cLtpadK0UKyAbsp_sVvHVxgnnNkj3--uRmYYcFYS-w_6Bux26VbzoV0Tgqa_seF5e64wssKGssJBHeDUScEu39vrCmARkOFKLtuhOgvhFao8vo0MofEATtpxJx2NKLqIucJA60rkqicAl9-qUzD8xlpA1HA1W1zGzC626TPd7XwcFnqPmkuTw=s2048" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1366" data-original-width="2048" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhp0G07_cLtpadK0UKyAbsp_sVvHVxgnnNkj3--uRmYYcFYS-w_6Bux26VbzoV0Tgqa_seF5e64wssKGssJBHeDUScEu39vrCmARkOFKLtuhOgvhFao8vo0MofEATtpxJx2NKLqIucJA60rkqicAl9-qUzD8xlpA1HA1W1zGzC626TPd7XwcFnqPmkuTw=s16000" /></a></div><br /><i>Model: Ashley Sierra Orr Photographic Illustrator: Chuck Coleman Designer: Dovile Riebschlager: Artist Shoes: John Ashford Bonneville salt Flats<br /></i><br /><b><u>
Fashion and Sustainability
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In the coming years, the age of use-and-throw fashion will become obsolete as we focus on quality rather than quantity, which is also the need of the hour. Fashion resell / exchange sites, such as <i><a href="https://poshmark.com/">Poshmark</a></i> and <i><a href="https://www.thredup.com/">Thredup</a></i>, for example, are growing in popularity, as are swap programs all over the city.We are leaning more towards eco-friendly and recycling fashion, which is a very effective change. <br /><br /><b><u>A Boom for Photographers</u></b></div><div><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div>This year has been both a bane and a boom, said Alexander, a fashion photographer and frequent traveler in the region. Although fashion used to only refer to fashion shows, this year has seen a massive increase in the hiring of freelance creative artists by magazines. I thoroughly enjoyed Alexander's company and ideas during the photo shoot because he was attentive and experimental.<div><br /></div><div>Several fashion photographers' creative studios, such as <a href="https://www.instagram.com/cmsonicc1/?hl=en"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Charles Mitchell's</span></a>, have been overrun with portrait photography bookings. I loved Charles's photography skills because he clicks plenty of pictures, and so many of them come out to be just perfect, whether it's in the studio or outdoors. I think he can make look anyone beautiful on camera. </div><div><br /></div><div>Meanwhile, cameraman Luis helped me transition from just a regular runway model to a media host for NYFW and other shows during the pandemic, and I thought that was a big jump. Still, his constant support and videography skills made me believe in myself. </div><div><br /></div><b><u><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiMQLCc9kSc1HeLJ0_2PfGxpkZxu8hDpVcP4XLlBkTXeun65nVIQfSCx3lRRLFjFsf62a37y4-hF3OSFyyfquINI3l4vc5Dtz8K3lwzSpCOf5Xm2-rda63wNvHS3VnbYCLhWgNI1gjRhRroYcFQY995wsm6zSISMK2C1eRZ-s6K9o3LJ2ctQ9BxcBsz5A=s1920" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1920" data-original-width="1277" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEiMQLCc9kSc1HeLJ0_2PfGxpkZxu8hDpVcP4XLlBkTXeun65nVIQfSCx3lRRLFjFsf62a37y4-hF3OSFyyfquINI3l4vc5Dtz8K3lwzSpCOf5Xm2-rda63wNvHS3VnbYCLhWgNI1gjRhRroYcFQY995wsm6zSISMK2C1eRZ-s6K9o3LJ2ctQ9BxcBsz5A=s16000" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgcdiwHqMjtfjVjwZNJPm1xINuaVpH4yI5velFbJzrBlGqyqX5Mw_UpK87a3IdjPAEKG-jGgenQFt2xkj27GsHPSAhNXaZbRzHz9yzwGjYyl0-9NxT0FGHMgoMJh05RJnXb-kqHy4YlikL5A4Vwwww97piJwP7pjJPyPNGcdbAeHDvVixl_3mUjuJPMvw=s1440" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="1440" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgcdiwHqMjtfjVjwZNJPm1xINuaVpH4yI5velFbJzrBlGqyqX5Mw_UpK87a3IdjPAEKG-jGgenQFt2xkj27GsHPSAhNXaZbRzHz9yzwGjYyl0-9NxT0FGHMgoMJh05RJnXb-kqHy4YlikL5A4Vwwww97piJwP7pjJPyPNGcdbAeHDvVixl_3mUjuJPMvw=s16000" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjMmH2SYP3mweAYRY4hIfJw3cSqgt_pXDyrtVa-ZsL1dFvxPxY-zmozsw4mjXMksHUn6wEK-cR6J4XGfcISrPiLe-AJM8fjbt5qskyZXvlg0-5wVkZJzJv_ClbsHH48eZuDO2gzqRda0A45XvoFL0z1HRXNVOXjelO3aNyWL4r6mU23xBoXOtYIrFYvHg=s1920" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1920" data-original-width="1277" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEjMmH2SYP3mweAYRY4hIfJw3cSqgt_pXDyrtVa-ZsL1dFvxPxY-zmozsw4mjXMksHUn6wEK-cR6J4XGfcISrPiLe-AJM8fjbt5qskyZXvlg0-5wVkZJzJv_ClbsHH48eZuDO2gzqRda0A45XvoFL0z1HRXNVOXjelO3aNyWL4r6mU23xBoXOtYIrFYvHg=s16000" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhAps5J8Aa342KVEWjXDL2HJ8iEe3ydcFlGH8i7yBC2uJdYaHzQoS2GW-j8tx6I7aqr_4yk1FmAXtcgvh-t-3YALtDRjqzWhNGmNPABRkFTb2RkV8Mp_tqTYBx_eFcEJY1oYDRajyDH4f6COAKNw-TV-IjCoL0di7bsqk1QPDPlaOuce2aXRdYajKq6gw=s1936" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1936" data-original-width="1288" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhAps5J8Aa342KVEWjXDL2HJ8iEe3ydcFlGH8i7yBC2uJdYaHzQoS2GW-j8tx6I7aqr_4yk1FmAXtcgvh-t-3YALtDRjqzWhNGmNPABRkFTb2RkV8Mp_tqTYBx_eFcEJY1oYDRajyDH4f6COAKNw-TV-IjCoL0di7bsqk1QPDPlaOuce2aXRdYajKq6gw=s16000" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj3P3-sVLVD3ZEbaRNB3LljAB2pf4ENMlPVRYZKoD9KGd9EQ31ZIXhFyoB8FWBTUzd2CNO08HlIg5cFCHW1UVFwhQtObXCgaEXz4DHS-yqtvLZj_fqiNvW2C0Uocy_jnPet2skGlAWsx-B-VNX80EZcI32zzl2lvfnV8djPQj5T7CbBk6ig_iDY9uhd0w=s1456" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1277" data-original-width="1456" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEj3P3-sVLVD3ZEbaRNB3LljAB2pf4ENMlPVRYZKoD9KGd9EQ31ZIXhFyoB8FWBTUzd2CNO08HlIg5cFCHW1UVFwhQtObXCgaEXz4DHS-yqtvLZj_fqiNvW2C0Uocy_jnPet2skGlAWsx-B-VNX80EZcI32zzl2lvfnV8djPQj5T7CbBk6ig_iDY9uhd0w=s16000" /></a></div></u></b><br /><div><b><u>But is it all safe?</u></b></div></div><div><br />
Fashion has thrived, and designers have pushed the envelope using adaptive methods. However, a few designers and models would still prefer to stay at home rather than risk their health which as a matter of fact is a choice. <br /><br /><i><b>
Despite the slow speed and minimal participation over the last two years, a flow has emerged. Fashion transforms from a caterpillar to a butterfly, with more meaning, alignment, and a way to meet the masses rather than just the elites.
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As regular people, models aren't dumb, and when I did shows when Covid was prevalent, most models came in their masks too! When it was at its peak, shows were cancelled or such venues were chosen where crowd was a distant possibility or live online shows were streamed. <br /><br />
Designers are rooting for upcoming Feb 2022, but when it was September 2021 when situation was grim yet aiming to be better, we've found ways to survive and thrive. The proof is in the way we put on the shows. One such event was Joe Corbalis's <i>Westchester Fashion Show</i>, which took place. The fashion quotient must not die, even if it is masked and in style.
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What do I think as a model?
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If you were to ask me as a model, what did I gain from it? It's lovely to be a part of the change. When I first arrived in New York, I was astounded by how well people dressed. But, as I dug deeper, I realized that New York was born to breathe fashion.
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It is now, as it has always been, a part of New York culture. And, while there were times last season when I stayed at home, refusing to leave, I couldn't help but smile when I saw the fashion shows I did or the editorials I got published. We discovered excellent copying mechanisms where outdoor became the need of the hour, and editorials took center stage.
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A part of me refers to it as "creative madness." If it wasn't for an outdoor fashion show, would I have walked in the snow or with a dog? No. I would be ecstatic if I got published without even submitting a cover letter to magazines. But that is a rarity. Had I taken part in some studio shoots? Perhaps.
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Nonetheless, here I am, filling that void with the opportunities that have arisen. I believe it's a space where reflection has given rise to "what can we do" rather than "what should we do," and it's a lovely place with the potential to brew change for the upcoming shows, whenever that may be.<div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></div></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div>Ankionthemovehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975209562434289902noreply@blogger.com7New York, NY, USA40.7127753 -74.005972812.402541463821152 -109.1622228 69.023009136178842 -38.849722799999995tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7422094847023178256.post-3316697133358676752021-09-07T15:51:00.027+05:302021-09-22T18:42:30.305+05:30New York Fashion Week | How I became a runway model!<div><i><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div></i></div><i><b>It was in the year 2019-20 that I lived my dream of being a runway model at the most prestigious fashion show in the world - the <a href="https://nyfw.com/home/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">New York Fashion Week</span></a>. As an amateur in Fashion Week shows, those seconds on the runway felt like a ticking time bomb.</b></i><div><b><i><br /></i></b></div><div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_GEFod2U_hJjefEphyg4nDcmXXXUAkeRYE1TFKnNHr4NklrnpDVgDqS7qjk7J8fHgG7wN0DzY3aGcZlfCr2IQbpIrJUvmfDcEpqwxLhJQgr4OsTPya-Pc_k42qifF513JXcMDN-Jn-1vF/s794/NYFW3_1+%25281%2529.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="605" data-original-width="794" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj_GEFod2U_hJjefEphyg4nDcmXXXUAkeRYE1TFKnNHr4NklrnpDVgDqS7qjk7J8fHgG7wN0DzY3aGcZlfCr2IQbpIrJUvmfDcEpqwxLhJQgr4OsTPya-Pc_k42qifF513JXcMDN-Jn-1vF/s16000/NYFW3_1+%25281%2529.jpeg" /></a></div></b><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><br /></div><b> </b><i>Wearing Harlem Heaven Hats at <a href="https://www.couturefashionweek.com/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Couture Fashion Week</span></a>, NYFW</i><br /><i style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></i>What happens if I lose my balance? Malfunctions are possible, or are they? What if I come to a halt due to stage fright? Is my smile elegant enough? Is my make-up still on point? Finally, am I even cut out to be a model?
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The high expectations of excellence coupled with the elegance of movement and poise may make it seem as if each model is born with it; however, the truth is that it takes a lot of sweat and teamwork to achieve what may seem to many to be an impossible dream.</div><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>
<br />NYFW is back. From runways to interviews to behind the scenes, check out my experience as a runway model and a first time host. This was a chance of a lifetime as I not only got a chance to walk for them, but several other shows during the NYFW including the Couture Fashion Week , Downtown Fashion Week etc.</div><div><br />
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Although no one speaks about goodness, people are eager to label the whole industry as trash based on what they've read about it, even though they've never worked in it. Coming from someone who wasn't born on a silver spoon but managed to smash it with grace, as did many of my peers, I'd say that not everything you hear is entirely accurate.</div><div>
<br /></div><div>It is also necessary to be cautious than naive in this industry, as a few may be willing to take advantage of you. In some instances, you must know how to shove off men - I wouldn't say that creepy designers or camerapersons don't exist. They do, and you will get the hint. It's unfortunate when things happen to a select few; however, being vigilant matters for the most part. This holds for all industry; fashion it is a little more. I never felt the water running under the bridge. If I were uncomfortable around a designer or a cameraperson, I would say no. You must know where to draw the line.<br /><br />
Yes, a few models are lounging around; no, it isn't every one of us. If your fears are holding you back, it's time to learn the truth.
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Shortcuts to being a model</u></b><br /><br /><b>1. Pageant Participation</b><br /><br />
Winning a prestigious pageant is a pretty sure way to gain immediate attention and connections. Participating in a pageant necessitates a high level of commitment, and the competition is fierce and reasonable. When judging the finalists, the talent round, their ability to walk confidently, their introduction, and their answers in the question-and-answer round are considered.
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Most of us have already watched Pageants on television. I believe that each of us should participate in a Pageant at least once in our lives. If you win or lose, the possibilities are potentially rewarding in the long run. In the next blog post, I'll tell you about my pageant experience.</div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPqyh5SQgfWj-CuDFpbPR3r3UBGdICMb5McE5SgcvNxPvMHVEvj4TcBv4aD_13gUjYekrlyXG2QflpODv1ThgmcZYK5qwnCYCD1_sGyRzHbf-4nDpE2cwY5S2kYMa4Oz64r_buURkPNg2P/s1200/Pageant4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="857" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPqyh5SQgfWj-CuDFpbPR3r3UBGdICMb5McE5SgcvNxPvMHVEvj4TcBv4aD_13gUjYekrlyXG2QflpODv1ThgmcZYK5qwnCYCD1_sGyRzHbf-4nDpE2cwY5S2kYMa4Oz64r_buURkPNg2P/s16000/Pageant4.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir_tQ7QN4nDY0OxoOcgO7OcFHxYj3xRLv6LnlLvZfgrE7qQqok9IVju1SBsPD7tghushzMeB_HW-bP9B00zrvWeThT04utqv7q2-k8fafcFExxxdK-gy60WJX3CV3mz_-rlLgGPQkhcALG/s1200/Pageant3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="857" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEir_tQ7QN4nDY0OxoOcgO7OcFHxYj3xRLv6LnlLvZfgrE7qQqok9IVju1SBsPD7tghushzMeB_HW-bP9B00zrvWeThT04utqv7q2-k8fafcFExxxdK-gy60WJX3CV3mz_-rlLgGPQkhcALG/s16000/Pageant3.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikBxAQEzVpQSnBGQBGpPulxcZC2o_QJSuoDvmf87ycH95ins-4__6bvf1UwwswOnqOFmQxeciteWodykLFEpc3TiGa6M318-nip41RSANwFFJa4jSxXEsPpiJt9mJcapdIKH-tQ0kA89YD/s1200/Pageant2.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="675" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEikBxAQEzVpQSnBGQBGpPulxcZC2o_QJSuoDvmf87ycH95ins-4__6bvf1UwwswOnqOFmQxeciteWodykLFEpc3TiGa6M318-nip41RSANwFFJa4jSxXEsPpiJt9mJcapdIKH-tQ0kA89YD/s16000/Pageant2.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgk5sBkoTnEo6XVF0ZAc-JDOpIw2Ytl7675svmutu8QwGd2C3V4eGUlc4svm-BDS0WN0vYz-W2rVan7LrDP5QNcm-z-9tMyEeAzZO5bYoRXaHCr7PouBc5cNRNEqAmbWWonWGsbUJxzZFXY/s1200/Pageant1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgk5sBkoTnEo6XVF0ZAc-JDOpIw2Ytl7675svmutu8QwGd2C3V4eGUlc4svm-BDS0WN0vYz-W2rVan7LrDP5QNcm-z-9tMyEeAzZO5bYoRXaHCr7PouBc5cNRNEqAmbWWonWGsbUJxzZFXY/s16000/Pageant1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGA5OPnkYs9uirj8hK2JPpvaxNtlv6xsBRWlhXTPlhU2nwZCxvGw3-EReaZw_AJ2pVVYSdNhIbEL2SmaxbO-KuH3hqzPthlmXQ36Qjj_SIzOkwMCVAVAFmpBBUzdbITW3nu3008OyKJSnl/s1800/Pageant0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1800" data-original-width="1200" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgGA5OPnkYs9uirj8hK2JPpvaxNtlv6xsBRWlhXTPlhU2nwZCxvGw3-EReaZw_AJ2pVVYSdNhIbEL2SmaxbO-KuH3hqzPthlmXQ36Qjj_SIzOkwMCVAVAFmpBBUzdbITW3nu3008OyKJSnl/s16000/Pageant0.jpg" /></a></div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>2. Paid Participation</b><br /><br />
Other opportunities may arise due to honing your modeling aspirations as a newbie, depending on the types of pageants you've completed. As a result, if you have an interest and manage to interact with the right people, pageants can be an excellent introduction to the world of modeling and even acting.
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I discovered from my own experience that most of these opportunities cost the models extra, as participating in fashion shows would cost anything between $100 and $250 (in the United States). The choice is entirely yours; some people don't want to spend time looking for openings by the book, so these approaches will get you results quickly and with minimal effort. Depending on the type of Pageant you have participated in, the cost can be complimentary or vary.<br /><br />
I wouldn't rule out the possibility that specific organizers are taking advantage of your desperation to walk the ramp walk and charging exorbitantly on top of it. Even so, some genuine ones can be found through solid connections and ramp walks with reputable designers. Participants are less likely to be clawed because pageants are seen as respectful.
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There are several different styles of pageants held worldwide, and it's essential to know which one will get you where you want to go and how prestigious it is. </i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><a href="https://www.worldwidepageants.com/mrs-india-usa/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Miss / Mrs. India New Jersey</span></a> was the more prestigious and well-known of the two pageants I competed in: IFAB Model of the Year and Mrs. India New Jersey. In the United States, it is done state-by-state, then country-by-country, and lastly worldwide. It is by the same franchise as Miss India, so the participation stands solid and legit. However, one must neither disappoint themselves nor stop at just one pageant - there are several, and if we compare, they also give the same benefits as this one. In New York, there was Mrs. Bharat, Miss Tourism, Miss Bollywood, Miss Immigrant. There are plenty, but one must be eager to know what leads to where and what that pageant's motto is. </div><div><br />
The winner is invited to prominent state events because they proudly represent the state and country from which they hail. Through the victory fund and invites, some of the winners end up undertaking charity activities. Overall, it's a fantastic chance for personal and professional development.
</div><div><br /></div><div><i><b>Pageants can also lead to acting opportunities. </b></i><br /><br />
I know a few of my pageant-winner ladies who have acted given the opportunity. It could be a small role; it could be significant. It could be in a television commercial, a serial, a regional film etc.<br /><br />
When you see your real-life friends do it, all the rumors you've heard vanishes. So, I wouldn't suggest that the catastrophe stories you hear aren't true, but they aren't everyone's reality. Many people have broken the ice, worked hard, and gotten where they are sole because of their abilities.<br /><br />
My mom still refuses to believe it. Till about a year or two back, she didn't even think that one can be a model for real if they have no prior legit connections, and even if they do, the industry will heavily exploit them. None of that happened. The threat may be honest, but realities are beyond that.
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My first modeling break occurred just after I competed in a pageant. During Pageant rehearsals, the contacts I made helped me land my first modeling gig in <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Nach-Baliye-usa-566234007236786"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Nach Baliye USA</span></a>, where I got to walk the runway with other contestants. Tarang, the organizer, instructed us to perfect our walks and practice in front of a mirror.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2X0KEZAqt61BLOC1HuNT6ksob1bxt4uIrur20v9JHJT0hEda8o6sCq3k_0a-IwfTVSoN4HvwHrrhKG20-HO2BeeRz7ugRU6suRUYCDmCHxmSwd_Ucm7y-Lir1siGlKxt5Y-ec5CT1K5y_/s800/50481837_2015559925146380_6116898629190942720_n+copy.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="476" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2X0KEZAqt61BLOC1HuNT6ksob1bxt4uIrur20v9JHJT0hEda8o6sCq3k_0a-IwfTVSoN4HvwHrrhKG20-HO2BeeRz7ugRU6suRUYCDmCHxmSwd_Ucm7y-Lir1siGlKxt5Y-ec5CT1K5y_/s16000/50481837_2015559925146380_6116898629190942720_n+copy.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5J-HdzYBFu7_mUa4uj2uCXNBg4KaQ6LbrlR71ciTybXY-kqfBjsmFWBcvBzYhyphenhyphencWONTfU-LbH4Lb8UyFJu7FCzft3z3L6MpDw44zQ6NUQevMiwNL51Hvn13iJGCYlUpNGp4SZ_EiYs_8o/s800/50522202_2015552511813788_5196073429228322816_n+copy.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="534" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5J-HdzYBFu7_mUa4uj2uCXNBg4KaQ6LbrlR71ciTybXY-kqfBjsmFWBcvBzYhyphenhyphencWONTfU-LbH4Lb8UyFJu7FCzft3z3L6MpDw44zQ6NUQevMiwNL51Hvn13iJGCYlUpNGp4SZ_EiYs_8o/s16000/50522202_2015552511813788_5196073429228322816_n+copy.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div>Following that, I approached fashion photographers and designers, who gave me a second chance and scheduled another runway walk for me. Following my pageant victory, I paid to walk the runway at New York Fashion Week's Couture Fashion Week as a first-timer. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNxjOpIOLv8OVrdun-GTCszGvKMqT_j9rC6ffba9Bp19AGP3I7O78JD99YmLsNN3w2vXoK_ntJnySqHLSpc7d8gK1op74Vq-6bGlimTHJSY-UpgBqSdfM-8JmJokBnyxsGYcnVCVZ3N375/s1000/Black+and+Brown+Videophoto-centric+Fashion+Animated+Photo+Collage+%25281%2529.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1000" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjNxjOpIOLv8OVrdun-GTCszGvKMqT_j9rC6ffba9Bp19AGP3I7O78JD99YmLsNN3w2vXoK_ntJnySqHLSpc7d8gK1op74Vq-6bGlimTHJSY-UpgBqSdfM-8JmJokBnyxsGYcnVCVZ3N375/s16000/Black+and+Brown+Videophoto-centric+Fashion+Animated+Photo+Collage+%25281%2529.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div><b><i> I later joined simply on the basis of relationships created and auditions without spending a dollar. So yes, there are both ways to participate. </i></b><br /><br /><b><u>3. Going the Traditional Way!
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Know your city's local fashion walks
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Even though the ramp walks through Pageants were sufficient to establish some profile, my heart yearned for that extra mile where I could experience it as regulars do without having to pay money.
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What if I wasn't a contestant in a beauty pageant? Did you know that the walks in Pageant are primarily different from the ramp walk? </div><div><br /></div><div><i><b>That's because the attention in the Pageant is on you; in the ramp walk, it's on what you're bringing out, i.e., the designs. And it isn't a cakewalk either. </b><br /></i><br />
Since there is a lack of knowledge about ramp walks, people are intimidated when you tell them about your modest origins because they imagine you as a model from the start who knows everything.
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You got the chance because you were in New York, as everybody claims. Yes, I believe that New York provides us with many choices, but as with anything else, you must take risks. Just because someone enjoys flying does not mean they are already a pilot.
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Cut to the chase; as Pageant contestants, we were unaware that we still needed to get outside of our comfort zones and keep things going on our own because the Pageant's glory only lasts a few months before it becomes obsolete and stalled. As Pageant contestants, my friend and I began meeting new people, and one thing led to another.
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I cannot overstate the importance of each stepping stone in this industry. Thanks to designer Philippe Valy, I got my first break as an impromptu model for his designs at an art exhibition. After that, I attended fashion gatherings with him and his team to Westchester Fashion Week Party by Joe Corbalis in New York(That is also where I met Saimaji), Scarsdale Fashion Week, and got featured in a pop band 'The Lox' by Mills Miller Productions. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilyhX262XfgyUd_YUtTiUH1xPN45hO_bvPBBMEodyBO-co7wjIKcZYIVungrfM3Bp4OHIGNEG2e6dazlxi6nHVsQTHjdWIZORQ0S0WGGFSCLFjhTWlui9QXw7stesA4eB5pVJMpa004Dia/s1067/Fashion0_2.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilyhX262XfgyUd_YUtTiUH1xPN45hO_bvPBBMEodyBO-co7wjIKcZYIVungrfM3Bp4OHIGNEG2e6dazlxi6nHVsQTHjdWIZORQ0S0WGGFSCLFjhTWlui9QXw7stesA4eB5pVJMpa004Dia/s16000/Fashion0_2.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6A9No8cg9oNde8HAQcANoP491VUrtoIhaU2o_CIeeNvftgd_ygUr634gZfpb6Pppvzt-kRd2fY098OZSMwaY82bDIb4P_IzjJiO8bUDAbiHNlXRxUmPpkO6Z1xYDzq4S9iAjShlmbUQUx/s1072/Fashion1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1072" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6A9No8cg9oNde8HAQcANoP491VUrtoIhaU2o_CIeeNvftgd_ygUr634gZfpb6Pppvzt-kRd2fY098OZSMwaY82bDIb4P_IzjJiO8bUDAbiHNlXRxUmPpkO6Z1xYDzq4S9iAjShlmbUQUx/s16000/Fashion1.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCK7SQKShsYd2iFu3nxpXu_aItnFXGwUt4a8niIUmTgDySYOf2CMJUqW_kayKrLkOryr1z6Y15A2zg0CeirFwop5mU7VBtiPN3J-CVMpvEG6b2NwBh4ODu-hlRzPaO52YZYO5CFJhW1GaT/s1067/Fashion2.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjCK7SQKShsYd2iFu3nxpXu_aItnFXGwUt4a8niIUmTgDySYOf2CMJUqW_kayKrLkOryr1z6Y15A2zg0CeirFwop5mU7VBtiPN3J-CVMpvEG6b2NwBh4ODu-hlRzPaO52YZYO5CFJhW1GaT/s16000/Fashion2.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFfVb2dTrgPKhDZiL1nYVp_qXTUhQGJFNfTqIf5CyOQXf5Kod0MR0U5cfxZiLTgqioE2xdY11_8zFJMtLcX0VIVzbsXk3inMvNcwlJFIqafpBRtZ94Y1RrSVOQjaR9T84w9I-mwU7QcKfu/s800/Fashion3.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="533" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgFfVb2dTrgPKhDZiL1nYVp_qXTUhQGJFNfTqIf5CyOQXf5Kod0MR0U5cfxZiLTgqioE2xdY11_8zFJMtLcX0VIVzbsXk3inMvNcwlJFIqafpBRtZ94Y1RrSVOQjaR9T84w9I-mwU7QcKfu/s16000/Fashion3.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>
My friend Itishree (who has two young children) was more motivated than I was. We joined Facebook fashion forums as a result of her foresight. We would not have known about such fashion events happening every week in the city if we hadn't met Jewelry Designer <a href="https://www.instagram.com/saimachaudhry.official/?hl=en"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Saima Chaudhry</span></a> at an Indian Fair and walked for her.
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Participating in local fashion events (whether at the <a href="https://skyroomnyc.com/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Skyroom</span></a> in Times Square or elsewhere in the city) helped us believe in ourselves. It also allowed us to get some fair practice on a smaller platform to let loose and let learning take its course.
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We met many entrants from college, models modeling in their old age, models juggling their children and lives, and friends of models who were interested in giving it a try and were permitted to do so.
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They instructed us on where we should walk, pause, and pose. It even included photoshoots and even after-parties for those who were able to wait and mingle. I also discovered that the majority of designers were aware of your requirements. If you were uncomfortable wearing something, you could respectfully decline, or you could tell them that you aren't, and they can give you something else to wear if they have.
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In addition, modeling has something for everyone. You could be as reserved as the girl next door who has to use the restroom to change, or you could be someone who becomes relaxed, changing in front of select few (primarily females in front of female designers); at the end of the day, it becomes as professional as it is. <div><br /></div><div><i style="font-weight: bold;">Most people don't have time to assess the semi naked bodies, and since the show is time-intensive, everybody focuses on making it a success! </i><br /><br />
One must always be grateful for the crew in any fashion show. The makeup & hair artists, photographers, assistant designers, and designers themselves are all a team. So many times, makeup has transformed me into a better version of myself, and a few times also has been such that it made me burst into tears of disapproval. Hence, models need to learn how to do their makeup, angles, weaknesses, and strength despite everyone surrounding them for quick fixes. Of course, comfortable pair of high heels hurt no one.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFzsX41jZnN-DOtRmZIp2AyAn1er594K4iTXYM5u7UugKZUR-I1G9olBTviOAq_4HHCveb63PSGvMb03vlK3y37HjaK3f57y6aPwXxbFLbS-OcgRGsdppBxdmBtQwYamWZ_uYfDq4C3LHv/s1067/NYFW_Fashion18_2.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFzsX41jZnN-DOtRmZIp2AyAn1er594K4iTXYM5u7UugKZUR-I1G9olBTviOAq_4HHCveb63PSGvMb03vlK3y37HjaK3f57y6aPwXxbFLbS-OcgRGsdppBxdmBtQwYamWZ_uYfDq4C3LHv/s16000/NYFW_Fashion18_2.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMl2_XCExlMtpVAo3Uwat_uZWpx0x_jtOOVSWYaPBxqXGpTe3m9WMRT1ElJNstsCUtaL0EwPlquIkspMD-V-CNfByw1ODqyj3kBbV7Fyu6Jjh3oY2KRVlEpqo98jTj-65IU3xtl_5P9QOX/s1067/NYFW_Fashion19.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgMl2_XCExlMtpVAo3Uwat_uZWpx0x_jtOOVSWYaPBxqXGpTe3m9WMRT1ElJNstsCUtaL0EwPlquIkspMD-V-CNfByw1ODqyj3kBbV7Fyu6Jjh3oY2KRVlEpqo98jTj-65IU3xtl_5P9QOX/s16000/NYFW_Fashion19.jpg" /></a></div> <i>The transformation with makeup!</i><br /><div><br /><br />
During the same time, we met designers (such as <a href="https://www.facebook.com/shamsunelite"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Shamsun Elite</span></a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/natasha.berezhnaya">Natasha Berezhnaya</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pamela.quinzi">Pamela Quinzi</a>, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/deanjohnmusic">Dean John</a>, Annitta Ausar, and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/alexander.gurman">Alexander Gurman</a>) who wanted to exhibit their work in between New York Fashion Week months. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB4xyEgHY2KCmE3ntjGQE_wqAFGJZsOADDV7kMOOszQqL6IMRcS0zkSTVUvs4H1hdaLZ-Bqd0vkee3OxjhmzNaTyAwzUq4-u4rwfZkPMkpCLAz9hLTej1U2e8R2zSJlDw4DZMAlYolTD-q/s960/67974070_10156193744361441_554711123815825408_n.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="543" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhB4xyEgHY2KCmE3ntjGQE_wqAFGJZsOADDV7kMOOszQqL6IMRcS0zkSTVUvs4H1hdaLZ-Bqd0vkee3OxjhmzNaTyAwzUq4-u4rwfZkPMkpCLAz9hLTej1U2e8R2zSJlDw4DZMAlYolTD-q/s16000/67974070_10156193744361441_554711123815825408_n.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr5AVeQbQ6Z0FMM2hlrAqcbZunpYe-UOZvRAG0IYWT5XE5UiZDinOZ5NdRbo-M9PldHgIfjfNlqsYpsZnS1RikuSwYqnEDwABTgICcP6RZ3MUoPI85wsABrO_0uimf_t3mMBveMGg3ytah/s800/87756885_10156716648731441_4710339424351682560_n.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="534" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgr5AVeQbQ6Z0FMM2hlrAqcbZunpYe-UOZvRAG0IYWT5XE5UiZDinOZ5NdRbo-M9PldHgIfjfNlqsYpsZnS1RikuSwYqnEDwABTgICcP6RZ3MUoPI85wsABrO_0uimf_t3mMBveMGg3ytah/s16000/87756885_10156716648731441_4710339424351682560_n.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFfRTnZmmyf3MwpoW1Vq5fr3ifZVXuwpSoCYv2l7ohH3LcFT1lIrEvQPSBdjROWrIrsxsPPNipWTqKutOs2fdt8ezMkux0S8UWcBjQPnEx3gb8Bzz8Ej0_IvrQf9RQxhHzXYp9A323Oo8_/s800/IMG_4290.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="533" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiFfRTnZmmyf3MwpoW1Vq5fr3ifZVXuwpSoCYv2l7ohH3LcFT1lIrEvQPSBdjROWrIrsxsPPNipWTqKutOs2fdt8ezMkux0S8UWcBjQPnEx3gb8Bzz8Ej0_IvrQf9RQxhHzXYp9A323Oo8_/s16000/IMG_4290.jpeg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Walking for designers Alexander Gurman, </i><i>Natasha Berezhnaya, </i><i>Dean John at Skyroom Lounge Times Sq;</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>These designers also had their shows at the official New York Fashion Week</i></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>We also encountered several journalists and photographers, some of whom worked for well-known publications and others who were just as eager to get their names on the wall as we were.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUBcop0qrIIHu6gFdvt4TfroqTVgrJTDGP1MGqcoFjqnObXE4V2_4-Hj9OYt9g_lAmbqXORDBktrJbuk4pZErlT7gB74bJRcietJiwyUFuhZdvjnKEXcFUgHpuguFRyPmvueRwqNH0lpGY/s1178/NYFW_Fashion20_0.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1178" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhUBcop0qrIIHu6gFdvt4TfroqTVgrJTDGP1MGqcoFjqnObXE4V2_4-Hj9OYt9g_lAmbqXORDBktrJbuk4pZErlT7gB74bJRcietJiwyUFuhZdvjnKEXcFUgHpuguFRyPmvueRwqNH0lpGY/s16000/NYFW_Fashion20_0.jpeg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> <i> I really loved walking on Annitta Ausar designs on Vegan leather in a local fashion show.</i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i> </i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnm4OnUtMtw1NfXC3LlwNHDJgqhcU5W9nIK0yqBWPfEBOihXaAKrNJ1XT7ivJ1jH857L4EfjyjNDL3-tLYDOzcgGlTnYlgmDxpMXt6t-y8aF-KrTujdXeMlewXspL5w8SQCJ1l6uNoL6mo/s903/NYFW_Fashion14.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="903" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjnm4OnUtMtw1NfXC3LlwNHDJgqhcU5W9nIK0yqBWPfEBOihXaAKrNJ1XT7ivJ1jH857L4EfjyjNDL3-tLYDOzcgGlTnYlgmDxpMXt6t-y8aF-KrTujdXeMlewXspL5w8SQCJ1l6uNoL6mo/s16000/NYFW_Fashion14.jpeg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>One of the models from the show 'Dawn Mecca' invited me to be an award handler at Winter Film Festival Awards, NYC.</i></div><div><br /></div><div>
We might have done something if we had known it wasn't just practice but could contribute to something more concrete at the time. Wise models learned this early on and participated in NYFW and be featured on magazine covers. My friend and I also walked in a few shows with designers like Shamsun Elite, with whom we had previously walked in Skyroom.</div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTwi2GUNLuAbHnL2CpZo9hExsLg8M7rWn8QDTpvNVdZAHBkUTC6553X2Zdl52pn7lB3e6OFy5y2b1csnExC_GIcxD1nN2kSLOEBtWTZLWCVegxhkh4IsLEGUu7L6Jga_VA-mGf2u-_7RMO/s1201/NYFW2_1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1201" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTwi2GUNLuAbHnL2CpZo9hExsLg8M7rWn8QDTpvNVdZAHBkUTC6553X2Zdl52pn7lB3e6OFy5y2b1csnExC_GIcxD1nN2kSLOEBtWTZLWCVegxhkh4IsLEGUu7L6Jga_VA-mGf2u-_7RMO/s16000/NYFW2_1.jpeg" /></a></div> <i>Walking for designer Shamsun Elite in Couture Fashion Week, NYFW</i><br /><br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b>Apply for NYFW Auditions/Castings directly
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I believe that auditioning for <a href="https://www.nyfwexperience.com/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">New York Fashion Week</span></a> on my own was a game-changer for me. I can set all of my previous experiences aside and conclude that this well-organized platform is incredible.
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Castings/auditions are akin to exams for me, and I'm terrified of them. For seconds of your walk, you can be accepted or denied. My first audition / casting call was for <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NJFashionWeek/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">New Jersey Fashion Week</span></a>, for which two of my friends and I were chosen. Following that, we got to practice our runs, and one of the designers complimented me, boosting my self-esteem. But that wasn't the only thing there was.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_gIeyMxP6IUY5YeuarAzHjC1s8fEhK6VVPQ5KzI8EzK8Ye8-skD_2UnoN3EVEqlAnyENZBg5k3QouHaSCs-RdCBMRrF6wtT2c6RMPtu2M2q9qbSM6jIS81QIheWkekg5NPX3Ad3SMmnKe/s1438/Screenshot_20210818-111937_Instagram_2_2.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1438" data-original-width="1080" height="640" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_gIeyMxP6IUY5YeuarAzHjC1s8fEhK6VVPQ5KzI8EzK8Ye8-skD_2UnoN3EVEqlAnyENZBg5k3QouHaSCs-RdCBMRrF6wtT2c6RMPtu2M2q9qbSM6jIS81QIheWkekg5NPX3Ad3SMmnKe/w481-h640/Screenshot_20210818-111937_Instagram_2_2.jpeg" width="481" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Me, during casting call for New Jersey Fashion Week.</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><i>Most of the castings have dress code as black.</i></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><i><b>As we have resumes in other industries, we have comp card in modeling. A comp card is a one-page profile with your portrait, front and side shots along with your vitals(height, weight etc).</b></i><br /><br />
We discovered that while NYFW is a global forum, millions of people apply. We traveled to New York for the audition, waited in line, moved in batches, and were ultimately denied. It happened several times. We were frustrated that the more popular channels may not suit us because they chose the best walks. We would have judged them above us if we were judges.</div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjopodVL4xOFgamJfwC9cyWWeq_us4_4oLJpXmoxh7mXxnhYeY15X7xbCuGMI-0kPFF5gip3ZR8gi4Jht63_vl3-Ye1iVfpbxJ2x_E-kdlUkUypiSodFQs8Rcw9e4z-NCjM3xXRFuovcm4h/s800/69855516_10156259134896441_4012641722491207680_n.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjopodVL4xOFgamJfwC9cyWWeq_us4_4oLJpXmoxh7mXxnhYeY15X7xbCuGMI-0kPFF5gip3ZR8gi4Jht63_vl3-Ye1iVfpbxJ2x_E-kdlUkUypiSodFQs8Rcw9e4z-NCjM3xXRFuovcm4h/s16000/69855516_10156259134896441_4012641722491207680_n.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi769XsohtvNEArsW0nb9W2OiM0_PyxWNfmdWztYnP8xzVJpA9yhtBb4lokjVovx6gxaQ-5i9W2gHhmu8uN0tQozy27wuyb6LyDM_UZffWUu1bUDHeU6Ynl8aEMbiwVMmLM2vufg8mWi7c/s800/70029455_10156259134881441_3741555558705004544_n.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhi769XsohtvNEArsW0nb9W2OiM0_PyxWNfmdWztYnP8xzVJpA9yhtBb4lokjVovx6gxaQ-5i9W2gHhmu8uN0tQozy27wuyb6LyDM_UZffWUu1bUDHeU6Ynl8aEMbiwVMmLM2vufg8mWi7c/s16000/70029455_10156259134881441_3741555558705004544_n.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-By1nGO_kvzyiqOF2Ju-xZf2TPNkuxKWkGTNqvC3G7uyNt-pxzuhkvIzFTGhmm58hRWhbGcZJ5AkBtPW5JMdC1cbYz3GT6WD3sg1GiwfY9QwCFmARBeST7Qt_v78CijYjp-mbNGWlmZqZ/s800/70063431_10156259133286441_8938325094757826560_n.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="516" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh-By1nGO_kvzyiqOF2Ju-xZf2TPNkuxKWkGTNqvC3G7uyNt-pxzuhkvIzFTGhmm58hRWhbGcZJ5AkBtPW5JMdC1cbYz3GT6WD3sg1GiwfY9QwCFmARBeST7Qt_v78CijYjp-mbNGWlmZqZ/s16000/70063431_10156259133286441_8938325094757826560_n.jpeg" /></a></div><br /> <br />
And when you've worked hard to get there, that's a tough pill to swallow. Even though a part of me was mulling about the possibility that it was too far away, I am someone who does not give up easily. That's when I found out about another NYFW casting and decided to go instead of staying at home. And I managed to get through it somehow.
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I realized at that point that I needed to do something more specific to pass this audition. I practiced in front of my home mirror, even though my house is cramped and small. Initially, I was hesitant to participate in the show because one of the designers had lingerie in her line, and I assumed that I would have to wear it.
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But, as I previously said, saying "no" can be done in various ways. If you're a model, you have the option of walking with other designers if you're not happy with anything. However, I can't stop thinking about how taken aback I was by the whole concept on stage. I regret misjudging the situation when I saw people of all body shapes and sizes walking around in the lingerie of their choice. Initially, I had no knowledge of the designer as a human. In my defense, I was a novice at the time and had thought that the worst would happen.</div><div><br /></div><div>These castings/auditions typically happen a month or two before the show i.e If you are aiming at February show, you must start looking for auditions in the month of Dec-Jan, if you are aiming at September show, you must start looking for auditions in the month of Jul-Aug. The call to audition posters appears mostly on Eventbrite or are shared on various Facebook groups. Also, if you are part of the local in between fashion shows, you may be well aware of it in advance through word of mouth. </div><div><br /></div><div><b>NYFW Walk Experience </b><br /><br />
In any case, everything about being a part of NYFW was meticulously planned. The make-up was flawless and on time. They gave us practice walks and told us what we wanted to work on, such as not moving my arms too much because it's distracting, not doing repetitive poses unless it's planned, bringing the attitude to your face, smiling a little less, and more.
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I felt like I was walking on fire to be perfect there. People there gave me feedback and helped me improve for the better. And this occurred on the day of my pre-rehearsal walk after being selected in an audition. I can still feel the terror in my stomach. They might dismiss me at any moment because I lacked formal training and was vehemently expressionless in contrast to my usual cheerful over-the-top smiles.
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I'm still unsure if that's me in my show videos because I look like a runway model with attitude and heels to conquer the world. Backstage, I was also impressed with last-minute stitching and repairs; the amount of effort put in by each designer is commendable.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh-ZTSJ2kUY97DK_ceXq1AwNBxlYiWxQ99u8-Ix9XwU1nSjQFEY7mljTerQbNoCzif-de2luToBXOmqpxN-gYdbFapc9PgNxhpzOy0sAt3-afRzEe-yCqm6vnsdLLPSkUxP4PUAjNtjiMN/s1067/Fashion0_1.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgh-ZTSJ2kUY97DK_ceXq1AwNBxlYiWxQ99u8-Ix9XwU1nSjQFEY7mljTerQbNoCzif-de2luToBXOmqpxN-gYdbFapc9PgNxhpzOy0sAt3-afRzEe-yCqm6vnsdLLPSkUxP4PUAjNtjiMN/s16000/Fashion0_1.jpeg" /></a></div><div> <i> I prefer the natural makeup over anything. My makeup artist is working on that</i></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlf59m3I7UMMormE9LGuZc1oVmzqrCUT0DWhVjQlBlca4tSwVmZ5MFqC4y3TDyM4qwWsi-qtcGAzwEKxWD8qWLMDkjMZjFZw-Tmkngjmmi1UhLA00ZJvYa_11dYckz-fHsW3hyFvy_WmAA/s1067/Fashion1_1.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjlf59m3I7UMMormE9LGuZc1oVmzqrCUT0DWhVjQlBlca4tSwVmZ5MFqC4y3TDyM4qwWsi-qtcGAzwEKxWD8qWLMDkjMZjFZw-Tmkngjmmi1UhLA00ZJvYa_11dYckz-fHsW3hyFvy_WmAA/s16000/Fashion1_1.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><i>Yes, last-minute stitches are a thing. My Che' K designer stitched the entire dress backstage in half an hour before the show, and that's impressively hard work!</i></div><div><i><br /></i><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ3QDUzTHxcdnJR1LtEWC7XpC9oBe_m0E6t8Ij_oTrqeajjOCy-KkZYv64evxfUeQWQmRVKWl5b2xX_tqwcssA-siajTv5hDedzTjcLhSnITHlK6ltS70m2S7iNvhHn_9psnzd0sYMAE3j/s1067/Fashion2_2.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQ3QDUzTHxcdnJR1LtEWC7XpC9oBe_m0E6t8Ij_oTrqeajjOCy-KkZYv64evxfUeQWQmRVKWl5b2xX_tqwcssA-siajTv5hDedzTjcLhSnITHlK6ltS70m2S7iNvhHn_9psnzd0sYMAE3j/s16000/Fashion2_2.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQDbEh0o8FWOLjOXNkghdnkdXjUWh9WzUQ_yDmx5wa7PptO35zXygMs8vfYr_TnIIw01KgrvtoVwS7Zj7DIiu7pv-s4pziMInVOvLWYT0A_c5YE5tWPXp60BpGD1jFWsXYBhlgN2KjGv0c/s1067/Fashion3_1.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQDbEh0o8FWOLjOXNkghdnkdXjUWh9WzUQ_yDmx5wa7PptO35zXygMs8vfYr_TnIIw01KgrvtoVwS7Zj7DIiu7pv-s4pziMInVOvLWYT0A_c5YE5tWPXp60BpGD1jFWsXYBhlgN2KjGv0c/s16000/Fashion3_1.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>Thanks to Bennie Benton, Jammal and Che' K Collection. <br /><br />
Following that, I appeared in many fashion shows for various designers and even became an NYFW interviewer and host. I could go on and on about it in other blogs, but the point is that the hustle is real, but it's well worth it!
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Go through agencies
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In the city, there are numerous modeling agencies. I wouldn't know anything about them because I never ask their advice. However, if you want to pursue modeling as a career, it's a good idea to refine your skills and join agencies that will help you get proper exposure. Even if you do not join and agency or a database, you will still learn it. As I said, I never tried them.<br /><br />
For example, when we walked for designer Saima Chowdhry on her jewelry line, we met several models from the same agency for the first time. </div><div><br />
I met many others from agencies at events such as Downtown Fashion Week, New York Fashion Week, Couture Fashion Week, Infinite Exposure shows and others. Designers may choose to take the whole batch from agencies because they are more likely to select qualified models over untrained models. Models can also register on websites such as <a href="https://www.modelmayhem.com/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Model Mayhem</span></a>, which is a model database.</div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpEe6r82cAz-76e7MJdQAhisA1HGrropHe7BEt-o2HI4HzBzlJ4wurI0W8m-27J5GvQbAI3D3Z-BDf1-a1f9C9Tb7dCZ2iyF6oPFDfE2B1AAlJRURt0GQoqxhMAY_Sj28nB8swoScBR3Z7/s1199/NYFW1_2.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1199" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpEe6r82cAz-76e7MJdQAhisA1HGrropHe7BEt-o2HI4HzBzlJ4wurI0W8m-27J5GvQbAI3D3Z-BDf1-a1f9C9Tb7dCZ2iyF6oPFDfE2B1AAlJRURt0GQoqxhMAY_Sj28nB8swoScBR3Z7/s16000/NYFW1_2.jpeg" /></a></div> <i>Walking for designer Saima Chowdhury at New York Fashion Week, Times Sq. </i><br />
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Take a modeling coaching.
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When I participated in the "AWF to Paris" show during New York Fashion Week, I heard about modeling coaching for the first time. Within an hour, she had transformed me into a much better person than I had been. I loved how, for an hour, she became my guru, as she did with any participant who lacked. Her name in <a href="https://www.instagram.com/_indigoblu3_/?fbclid=IwAR3-H8Y6HrJ3jagGyu4mflD4SHECeqDP8C3BkHxUuv99yZylFI5FAjuhjg8"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Indigo Blu</span></a> and she's very good. <br /><br />
I then inquired about her occupation, to which she replied that she is a plus-size model and a coach. I always regret not making time to practice under her for a month because it would have transformed me into the person I had imagined myself to be, and maybe my battle with myself would have been less.
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Limitations - Height, Size & Age but are they?
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"It's not something we do on purpose. According to a designer, we do it this way so that we have to make one size ". Before I met with her, I had a habit of taking rejections quite personally. Since most of us are average and plus-sized women, we must open our hearts to them as a world. What sells, though, is what is shown. It's all about business, and it's constantly evolving.
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So, the next time you see castings with height restrictions of 5'7" and up, which are popular at NYFW, don't be disappointed; instead, consider it a spectrum of rejection. Several 'not so tall,' 'not so slim,' and 'not so young' people are still doing it so well. In the end, I believe your self-assurance is essential. That is what the walk is all about!
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The less confident you are in yourself, the more limiting your feelings about your success would be, and the less invested you will be in correcting yourself. And I'm not saying you can't feel nervous when walking with those svelte models and think you're less than, but the walk is all about positivity. It's obvious when it comes from inside.
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Time Commitment & Are We Paid?
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Okay, we've reached the end of our discussion. When it comes to modeling, you must ask yourself some difficult questions. Many people expect you to give up your time and contribution to the industry for free. However, after you've collaborated with a few designers, you can request a fee, which many will gladly provide. The majority of people do it as a part-time job, a freelancer, or a hobby.
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Unfortunately, many fashion photographers are veterans or former military personnel who are not compensated for their work. After 1.5 years in the industry, it's a shame how expensive photography can become and how insensitive we can become towards those behind the lens. For the most part, staying alive in a pricey city like NYC is a daily challenge. I have heard numerous stories on unpaid assignments from my dear photographer friends - Luis, Alexander (ALEXMTZPHOTOS), Johnny L Sylman etc.<br /><br />
When NYFW shows, it can be very time-consuming, requiring all-day make-up and rehearsal sessions. NYFW shows are usually a day affair like you can be called at 11am for a show at 7pm or can be called at 2pm for a show at 8pm etc. The local city events typically begin at 8 p.m. and last until around midnight. After that, one can linger as long as they want to socialize. Even depending on the producer, some shows might run exceptionally late. </div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjU4Rs6vIggbdc0hEuBwFhrPePj5A0S7JWG628uQ6om8QicuMWRiFkI7FgljQ0f9uJslNFOXkZgrs9pSMvGxNT9-2C01w8eK-iaHmyMZ0Q3MXb0haNify3HniwH_kd-UXR0xcEyvlrogzQe/s800/NYFW_Fashion0.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="533" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjU4Rs6vIggbdc0hEuBwFhrPePj5A0S7JWG628uQ6om8QicuMWRiFkI7FgljQ0f9uJslNFOXkZgrs9pSMvGxNT9-2C01w8eK-iaHmyMZ0Q3MXb0haNify3HniwH_kd-UXR0xcEyvlrogzQe/s16000/NYFW_Fashion0.jpg" /></a></div><div> <i>Shooting with Alexander Gurman for Bric TV, Brooklyn.</i></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfeff0PD5GLeLWPNmgA-k6DHaIDKccrOX8Pb0WZPoS3EJ0z-hKoSYg5FIbPapOTu3b90zM_nWQP4a-QkEd6j0Nmz-LRFLj7T8NSsrioTU1lMTybpCN-LS9Jhvf1H13pYsHWbC_nH8hPCXg/s800/NYFW_Fashion1.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfeff0PD5GLeLWPNmgA-k6DHaIDKccrOX8Pb0WZPoS3EJ0z-hKoSYg5FIbPapOTu3b90zM_nWQP4a-QkEd6j0Nmz-LRFLj7T8NSsrioTU1lMTybpCN-LS9Jhvf1H13pYsHWbC_nH8hPCXg/s16000/NYFW_Fashion1.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div> <i>It's actually a lot of fun sometimes.</i></div><div><i><br /></i><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSFipw3y76JxAlAZNeUjcMAKqFYcMClIHvSYy2ajf56BJlES0GA5J0nKDrVr6_g9aqAclc9AE4OcC4lxP5D7uH9XANDdiHUvHxXw90yP0Jsp36mp_Zg8r-_Zk4rzvEp4GGe6tYw8dFrg1z/s800/NYFW_Fashion9.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="533" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSFipw3y76JxAlAZNeUjcMAKqFYcMClIHvSYy2ajf56BJlES0GA5J0nKDrVr6_g9aqAclc9AE4OcC4lxP5D7uH9XANDdiHUvHxXw90yP0Jsp36mp_Zg8r-_Zk4rzvEp4GGe6tYw8dFrg1z/s16000/NYFW_Fashion9.jpg" /></a></div><div> <i>After show photoshoots are a thing here.</i></div> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn-df2yNopYFdv9JhXk4EUQS5qvhAO395LSw9OqxM1y8IE2JFS0xei1BcScl-9O2PUhLPM_6KpatgYhCl9MEy3-g5JXV95JgJtyQeQMf38ZWm6ANUCaVeANrtSxRHTipgFdTdIiCUNUfYz/s1199/NYFW_Fashion10.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1199" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgn-df2yNopYFdv9JhXk4EUQS5qvhAO395LSw9OqxM1y8IE2JFS0xei1BcScl-9O2PUhLPM_6KpatgYhCl9MEy3-g5JXV95JgJtyQeQMf38ZWm6ANUCaVeANrtSxRHTipgFdTdIiCUNUfYz/s16000/NYFW_Fashion10.jpeg" /></a></div> <i>And designers and models are also like you and me.</i></div><div><i><br /></i><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj3tM8Bv8NUMAdreevWStAtUBWnwC9hjvkaL8ztsxWrd3jcdzuTSo5ePbYNGVhkNdwcTEHtKG6sm1UNUaBHF139GtRFh2K24iJiShxF2lmuB5D4Gdiw64HntEH9J0qJwQfhIzMvtaw88gJ/s1200/NYFW_Fashion12_1.jpeg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1200" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjj3tM8Bv8NUMAdreevWStAtUBWnwC9hjvkaL8ztsxWrd3jcdzuTSo5ePbYNGVhkNdwcTEHtKG6sm1UNUaBHF139GtRFh2K24iJiShxF2lmuB5D4Gdiw64HntEH9J0qJwQfhIzMvtaw88gJ/s16000/NYFW_Fashion12_1.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br /></div> <i>Even though I am not a social butterfly, I did enjoy talking to prominent show organizers in a select few afterparties, such as this one with infinite exposure show director who had a scheduled NYFW show in the coming week.</i></div><div> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjty-6A2Pf5T0Q2lRb13lu8Y_Ai_vZJfLmXlRi3VB7n4eW7ui6CkkYHddLrAt23hbTOPhMeBXVpmTiLPsY7WsWyt1lPVMcZKh21BcbFIcyiNAF2I5JbtNCg9d5gj9dGVcNamBUzYydhr6ua/s1007/NYFW_Fashion13.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1007" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjty-6A2Pf5T0Q2lRb13lu8Y_Ai_vZJfLmXlRi3VB7n4eW7ui6CkkYHddLrAt23hbTOPhMeBXVpmTiLPsY7WsWyt1lPVMcZKh21BcbFIcyiNAF2I5JbtNCg9d5gj9dGVcNamBUzYydhr6ua/s16000/NYFW_Fashion13.jpg" /></a></div> <br />
It is not unusual for shows to get delayed by an hour or two or more. <i>And yes, usually, NYFW shows are so hectic that finding time to eat in between shows for a model can be challenging.</i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><i><b>So oh yes, pack some munchies always in your bag!</b><br /></i><br /><b><u>
Do you cut it? Different Types of Modelling
</u></b><br /><br />Designer Vanny Tousignant, who runs an independent show during New York Fashion week called <a href="https://www.facebook.com/vanny.tousignant"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">International Fashion and Arts Week</span></a>, is exceptionally picky for her models. She strives for excellence in her work and is very straightforward about her expectations. </div><div><br /></div><div>International Fashion And Arts Week presented by renowned designer Vanny Tousignant, is held in New York during the New York Fashion Week. Here's my video from my experience from the runway and with the designers at the International Fashion And Arts Week. This was my first gig as a fashion host, and hopefully you all like it what goes backstage during the runways :) </div><div><br /></div><div><center>
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Similarly, Heritage India's designer, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/prashantcg"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Prashant Goel</span></a>, wants his models to represent the grace of Indian culture.
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And, for both of them, I've seen some models best suited for portrait photographs. As a result, a variety of modeling techniques emerge. <br /><br />
Some people excel at stills, while others excel at runways. It's all up to you. Building your profile with a skilled photographer in the area, such as Charles Mitchell & Richard Simpson, is a good idea.
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Explore differently
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After being in this world of wonderment, photographer Luis said, you are good at videos and care if we do interviews together?
<br /><br />Thereafter I began my journey at different shows such as New York Fashion Week, Couture Fashion Week, International Fashion Week, and others, with a microphone and all.
</div></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />Ankionthemovehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975209562434289902noreply@blogger.com6tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7422094847023178256.post-87486494000963397542021-07-05T11:04:00.005+05:302021-07-05T11:05:30.132+05:30Great Sand Dunes National Park | Camping & HikingThe landscape of the <a href="https://www.nps.gov/grsa/index.htm"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Great Sand Dunes</span></a> is diverse. It's almost like a painting. We used to draw such sorts as children, with all elements of nature engraved. During the spring months of late May and June, there are snow-capped mountains, dunes, and a brook. On our visit in Oct, the stream had dried up. It also boasts a varied terrain, including wetlands, woods, and tundra. Where do you think we should go hiking? We inquired of the ranger. <i>"Do you prefer the dunes or the mountains?" </i>she said. <div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiaaq8Vilqf6JCnmbep8hjodd1nc2HY1jIi0AimWYcwVQ0LDjz4DjJuTo1-0Yw-RFcwioCnsl9mkQwPbuCX5oJG_qm6CgWIRsSbOqehJkOk_7pdTHZ7ScIHWokcxkXMKT-hx0SJ3-GVZeg/s800/GreatSandDunes19_0.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhiaaq8Vilqf6JCnmbep8hjodd1nc2HY1jIi0AimWYcwVQ0LDjz4DjJuTo1-0Yw-RFcwioCnsl9mkQwPbuCX5oJG_qm6CgWIRsSbOqehJkOk_7pdTHZ7ScIHWokcxkXMKT-hx0SJ3-GVZeg/s16000/GreatSandDunes19_0.jpeg" /></a></div><div><div><br /></div><div>It can fascinate us by altering the colors of amber at sunset and waking us up to elks in the morning by the shrubs. While we climbed, we never stopped huffing and puffing, but the vista was worth it. I told myself that this hike would take all day. Could we go to the other side if we had more time? </div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB6eYD6b52C0i970Pf2KolU4IPm87xc7ri_3p3aCHeeDnCMHJ2TEa-_5sAnRbeuZqJS-gc7iEZyiPOOSneqGWeGthWNgrJkIYRSkMAFVSYpVVwhn1xgJyXEXDAzsqnXKR28XkqCG93Yqge/s800/GreatSandDunes0_1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgB6eYD6b52C0i970Pf2KolU4IPm87xc7ri_3p3aCHeeDnCMHJ2TEa-_5sAnRbeuZqJS-gc7iEZyiPOOSneqGWeGthWNgrJkIYRSkMAFVSYpVVwhn1xgJyXEXDAzsqnXKR28XkqCG93Yqge/s16000/GreatSandDunes0_1.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_nKUwHIxlEoIzEv32khyphenhyphens8E7T9YXviAQXalua-fexYW3tlA4sihEUpDnrlNdALWvWqAM5go24vWph6qG1cgWwzfhfB16QXUyovgkV-e-gsm2sUESRhROJJwUy21A35Or0J5WrdgcOtu1G/s800/GreatSandDunes1_0.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi_nKUwHIxlEoIzEv32khyphenhyphens8E7T9YXviAQXalua-fexYW3tlA4sihEUpDnrlNdALWvWqAM5go24vWph6qG1cgWwzfhfB16QXUyovgkV-e-gsm2sUESRhROJJwUy21A35Or0J5WrdgcOtu1G/s16000/GreatSandDunes1_0.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilvoHFEezmZkqC7Ht68-dIM8zpmso0rvdZSPi0CY4posORWytSQ1Bdv0W4SCsIaTSHTymZePdNBW99ORo71f4pCz0xjER2RVUEiVoByqrbsE2_19pUf6VaOwacP7f16byjJ5XSR_0kLCRs/s800/GreatSandDunes1_1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEilvoHFEezmZkqC7Ht68-dIM8zpmso0rvdZSPi0CY4posORWytSQ1Bdv0W4SCsIaTSHTymZePdNBW99ORo71f4pCz0xjER2RVUEiVoByqrbsE2_19pUf6VaOwacP7f16byjJ5XSR_0kLCRs/s16000/GreatSandDunes1_1.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /><div>Do you believe we'll be able to get this far? We had no idea that even sand has a mood as we went towards the first ridge of tall dunes to see the entire dune field. It can both call us to withdraw and tempt us to sled down.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimsGmWkCCX5QtqUTC3twRCFitrDgo4_771wNo6qW3YWOARR2S5zq8jX2uQy791SGeMVqMNAZxpE8ty2j0Crb79JwUbD-_Ercv21RX-jR1eBHbAWOiA6Kx9PQQ71OB5gJ3JZhHQA1Nqa3BA/s1067/GreatSandDunes44_1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEimsGmWkCCX5QtqUTC3twRCFitrDgo4_771wNo6qW3YWOARR2S5zq8jX2uQy791SGeMVqMNAZxpE8ty2j0Crb79JwUbD-_Ercv21RX-jR1eBHbAWOiA6Kx9PQQ71OB5gJ3JZhHQA1Nqa3BA/s16000/GreatSandDunes44_1.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhqg9wOXC0bw_sUVO2pBRrDZ81qg_feo8N8myua57d1huL3oEJ2TVYPdCKME0WH6lKm7EcJbL3iISzBnXutZDOcmm_-CN3bxxr-hTO24aqkEHSt3HpSuGmsw35k65TKJ_RKr9GQCiM4J4An/s800/GreatSandDunes15_1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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Or maybe if we started early, we could have saved us the storm; we were already getting sandblasted by the afternoon storms by the time we reached the first ridge. Some eye gear would have helped. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin_46qmfp1DlO22pgk79QPHj_zK5DETSxyHTFEc9GryMg-wA0tZA7L_5-NNSIip75uWdhNDQRG9f8nw33EW-OxjDP2dnjJavzMLYReu5p1VZfqGPBG7ZrkeR2Reuioa-aJi7Zd7z6tWy7B/s1067/GreatSandDunes6_1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEin_46qmfp1DlO22pgk79QPHj_zK5DETSxyHTFEc9GryMg-wA0tZA7L_5-NNSIip75uWdhNDQRG9f8nw33EW-OxjDP2dnjJavzMLYReu5p1VZfqGPBG7ZrkeR2Reuioa-aJi7Zd7z6tWy7B/s16000/GreatSandDunes6_1.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUw7Q403iOwUTf65-qRksVIyM1UR60HFlkENdkYqHkhWKxwdQkdhF_qRNf9geyv2rQVVjiuwoD9GghOWWtLkCG5PWqw-lqaXb-dShqoF9hhSbuKOHZ-j1-VJxbi3fs3hVmcwJ-O7UdCPsi/s1067/GreatSandDunes7_1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUw7Q403iOwUTf65-qRksVIyM1UR60HFlkENdkYqHkhWKxwdQkdhF_qRNf9geyv2rQVVjiuwoD9GghOWWtLkCG5PWqw-lqaXb-dShqoF9hhSbuKOHZ-j1-VJxbi3fs3hVmcwJ-O7UdCPsi/s16000/GreatSandDunes7_1.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdj6Tkn39uapNolz1XfOPBOQVv0rofVV2TY_k7aRmOY3CtXFXKgs9dsljgRcwjVUhoz5hM5ymw2enW5QnOcM0Dshpp4cS0fKs0beE8dH6h15H9rSL9zpwZIzs29TzXpnl2dpR7HN9TaPbp/s1067/GreatSandDunes8_1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdj6Tkn39uapNolz1XfOPBOQVv0rofVV2TY_k7aRmOY3CtXFXKgs9dsljgRcwjVUhoz5hM5ymw2enW5QnOcM0Dshpp4cS0fKs0beE8dH6h15H9rSL9zpwZIzs29TzXpnl2dpR7HN9TaPbp/s16000/GreatSandDunes8_1.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYIuviSAYCNZArSobxr8WV4YPh7pgokR8vgjTOAM2hWbFemxgpAdI2fMbLJtKpa_vlkmVvHWOwwdTFTaQCstcOfh5msb00hoBTwXx8oW1wD4p9_Ura6aaq94VTadJf-T5Ar3YdMFkyPGLq/s1067/GreatSandDunes9_1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhYIuviSAYCNZArSobxr8WV4YPh7pgokR8vgjTOAM2hWbFemxgpAdI2fMbLJtKpa_vlkmVvHWOwwdTFTaQCstcOfh5msb00hoBTwXx8oW1wD4p9_Ura6aaq94VTadJf-T5Ar3YdMFkyPGLq/s16000/GreatSandDunes9_1.jpeg" /></a></div> <i> Some night photography with my phone</i><br /><div><br /></div><div>
Great Sand Dunes is one of the best locations in the United States to enjoy the night sky. To experience it fully, one must view it on a moonless night by following the moon calendar online. The dune field has the most open area of the sky, and one can park at the Dunes parking area and take a short stroll into the dunes for excellent viewing. Although we got lazier, we preferred watching it straight from our campsite as we just had half a day. </div><div><b><u><br />
Stay @ Pinot Flats Campground
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The dunes were visible from our campground at the <a href="https://www.nps.gov/grsa/planyourvisit/pinonflatscampground.htm"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Pinon Flats</span></a>. We had made a reservation through the <a href="http://recreation.gov">recreation.gov</a> website in advance, and we had a great time there. The bright skies with dazzling stars were the most incredible part. </div><div><br /></div><div>Camping cost: $20. <br /><br />
We got our logwood from the campground canteen and attempted to start a fire with the help of a few papers we had. The wind was strong at night, and it took us some time to get there. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4HmSc9NE3cAlpQlhhgbxzQMXr0CWLzMnvNp7Dc0jAZWbAlSHhgRY5VdCgP81QAVMrz7Ij-4kV5RbvPJMLuiyoDwbRxmLm4vgCvqlWPZl2nUG3QxzxZiGa1PbZ0vZlEjpcCB9dKxWpiNXc/s1067/GreatSandDunes10_2.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4HmSc9NE3cAlpQlhhgbxzQMXr0CWLzMnvNp7Dc0jAZWbAlSHhgRY5VdCgP81QAVMrz7Ij-4kV5RbvPJMLuiyoDwbRxmLm4vgCvqlWPZl2nUG3QxzxZiGa1PbZ0vZlEjpcCB9dKxWpiNXc/s16000/GreatSandDunes10_2.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjAHRnbn2IxwF_YdjI6zMzU9u2EjRLrkCaKNTlAmpAfV4AJKPmccwWVop3jBklPpolYgjQ9e38Wc9O0A7GZhHRUAX1jZkr62xCT5DD5lKTYm39HegUL01KVHXZO5DZb1aAaiG7DiKXIL7sM/s1067/GreatSandDunes12_2.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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If the wind wasn't heavy, we could have cooked something. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfON7RtSgTKJWrURMs9CvgmofjB5erkZJHHe_bWnRT8JDUmg8BIDBRuxdRYlTlSJljGERXysCSrXhqnzr5fVLP8m6ltdC5-bPcDmMQi0Q_OwCVoH3tac6tL5txKkkBcDeEYgSnBVYteFuc/s1067/GreatSandDunes4_1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfON7RtSgTKJWrURMs9CvgmofjB5erkZJHHe_bWnRT8JDUmg8BIDBRuxdRYlTlSJljGERXysCSrXhqnzr5fVLP8m6ltdC5-bPcDmMQi0Q_OwCVoH3tac6tL5txKkkBcDeEYgSnBVYteFuc/s16000/GreatSandDunes4_1.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLK0pm_Ae1ChK1PLTf_2vc7ZOht0OswqFBfPD5gqCFHA-yx-6BhacMyc3cCRLRWUmkQxtEM2t2_RFqA-TwEP8W2PgFY3eWh_Y8fHVqCDSUOh06nHCosJFRHGQN2oqgQXkpvfzTVB00DkAj/s1067/GreatSandDunes3_1.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhLK0pm_Ae1ChK1PLTf_2vc7ZOht0OswqFBfPD5gqCFHA-yx-6BhacMyc3cCRLRWUmkQxtEM2t2_RFqA-TwEP8W2PgFY3eWh_Y8fHVqCDSUOh06nHCosJFRHGQN2oqgQXkpvfzTVB00DkAj/s16000/GreatSandDunes3_1.jpeg" /></a></div><div><br />As I stretched my arms to get out of bed in the morning, an elk herd passed by. Even though many forums mention mosquito bites, we did not experience any during our October visit. The winds were strong at night, and it was cold.
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I also tried out night photography on my phone camera for the first time and got some decent shots. If you're interested in attempting it, here's what the settings were.
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I used Samsung Note 10. It doesn't have an incredible camera but did a decent job.</i></li><li><i>
Place it on a steady surface.</i></li><li><i>
Go to more > pro, then change the settings to f/1.5, the 30s, and ISO at 500.</i></li><li><i>
Please put it on a timer and capture it.</i></li></ul><div><u><b>Other Important Information</b></u></div><div><u><b><br /></b></u></div><div><u><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWeg5jQbUUdtJzI9n050wXYHocXQdcfJjRJAe4GzDdHrNayXfYH4aduPK0j9DB0BW6ajMBxIILPwbBKe00ZX00-YuyN0siKK0qbBFqWUYNAYqRWuuqxLS7J-TI4TYM04W6eJWAgPlgXwPi/s1067/GreatSandDunes32_2.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjWeg5jQbUUdtJzI9n050wXYHocXQdcfJjRJAe4GzDdHrNayXfYH4aduPK0j9DB0BW6ajMBxIILPwbBKe00ZX00-YuyN0siKK0qbBFqWUYNAYqRWuuqxLS7J-TI4TYM04W6eJWAgPlgXwPi/s16000/GreatSandDunes32_2.jpeg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiph3jC0pGU6Dr9Kd6l2cGc3RtB7eo9fGwW8ATZXGheg4hEGSAZzqOC2qYnaMnw3oJgB7sB5sfdNVRMtLwkbQjN_Oc4FMhjHvQcZDIog0wXBDJMOmXe5_4SSRWyLdFwmhYwCgT5iWQfS7OO/s800/GreatSandDunes771.jpeg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiph3jC0pGU6Dr9Kd6l2cGc3RtB7eo9fGwW8ATZXGheg4hEGSAZzqOC2qYnaMnw3oJgB7sB5sfdNVRMtLwkbQjN_Oc4FMhjHvQcZDIog0wXBDJMOmXe5_4SSRWyLdFwmhYwCgT5iWQfS7OO/s16000/GreatSandDunes771.jpeg" /></a></div><b><br /></b></u></div><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>From Dunes Parking to High Dune on First Ridge is a hike of 2.5 miles roundtrip and there are no trails. </li><li>We don't get sand-boards inside the park. They can be obtained at Oasis store outside the park.</li><li>The Medano Creek is seasonal and easily accessible from Dunes parking. Peak flow occurs late May to early June</li><li>From Pinot Flats Campground, to Dunes Overlook is a hike of 2.3 miles roundtrip.</li><li>From Montville/Mosca Pass Trailhead are three hikes - Montville Nature Trail (0.5 miles), Mosca Pass Trail(7 miles), Wellington Ditch Trail(1 mile).</li><li>One can drive 4WD vehicle along the Medano Pass Primitive road to Sand Pit or Castle Creek Picnic areas.</li><li>If you have time, one can hike star dune(5 Hour roundtrip) - the tallest dune in America.</li><li>Enjoy Zapata Falls(20 feet high wall cascade waterfall) by taking a hike from the Zapata Falls recreational area that is located nearby from the Great Sand Dunes National Park. </li></ul><div>For more information, check out the park's newsletter at <a href="https://www.nps.gov/grsa/learn/news/upload/visitor-guide-great-sand-dunes2019-webversion2.pdf"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Visitor Guide</span></a></div></div><div><u><b><br /></b></u></div><div><u><b><br /></b></u></div><br /></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div>Ankionthemovehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975209562434289902noreply@blogger.com11Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve, 11999 CO-150, Mosca, CO 81146, USA37.732996 -105.51250379.4227621638211545 -140.6687537 66.043229836178853 -70.3562537tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7422094847023178256.post-47392052950894684452021-05-29T18:17:00.005+05:302021-05-30T08:18:11.144+05:30My Pagosa Hot Springs Experience | A day affair into divinity<i>Nothing beats feeling liberated in the alluring hot springs of Pagosa for a few hours of nirvana. The name 'Pagosa' comes from the Ute word for "healing waters." There are 25 pools in the <a href="https://www.pagosahotsprings.com/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Springs</span></a>, each with its personality. Pagosa also claims to have the world's deepest known Geothermal Hot springs. The Mother Spring aquifer, at over 1002 feet deep, has been certified as "The World's Deepest" by Guinness World Records.</i><div><i><br /></i></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUzbeA07qSZiU1I1H_hR_gfcq3CcF6ZisCChbLYEyNdebslOZm2OSQtPqbOZuEpMdfaOceSUg7Ng-BcRsz6Zg2yykbFWdtT4ehINiTatXGOlLQ0Z0SY0SQKOEquiineLjyeJ3eK02uIgon/s800/Pagosa27_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUzbeA07qSZiU1I1H_hR_gfcq3CcF6ZisCChbLYEyNdebslOZm2OSQtPqbOZuEpMdfaOceSUg7Ng-BcRsz6Zg2yykbFWdtT4ehINiTatXGOlLQ0Z0SY0SQKOEquiineLjyeJ3eK02uIgon/s16000/Pagosa27_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><br />
It was also my first encounter with a clothing-optional hot spring at The <a href="https://www.pshotsprings.com/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Healing Waters Resort and Spa</span></a>, where I overcame my uneasiness about going the full monty. </div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_A0LpQYez7H_Ya6R9xa4DWhChCkXuOFqaTMdXFYq4EAHJ6_w22gQkUdxeIuioHyKZYXq9YSH5cegRWAr_jwwrBoabzbJ-HLhPgeIz37jNk7z7kwEOhSWqpb8XuY3bkHdfPcehG39kk3BU/s800/Pagosa8_0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh_A0LpQYez7H_Ya6R9xa4DWhChCkXuOFqaTMdXFYq4EAHJ6_w22gQkUdxeIuioHyKZYXq9YSH5cegRWAr_jwwrBoabzbJ-HLhPgeIz37jNk7z7kwEOhSWqpb8XuY3bkHdfPcehG39kk3BU/s16000/Pagosa8_0.jpg" /></a></div><br /></div><div>
Pagosa is genuinely unique in that it provides us with hot springs of varying temperatures. Spending a day here is very easy for hot water lovers, and the sulfur-rich content of the water makes your skin smooth, despite the pungent smell.<div><br /></div><div><b><u>The History</u></b><br /><br />
I often wonder if Hot Springs at Pagosa was formed or framed and how it was before any of the major resorts existed. Did the locals then visit these pools of water to purify and heal them before delving into a more business-like structure that was systematic and convenient for fussy travelers like us? According to history, it was once popular with <i>Native Americans</i> before becoming a white settlement in the 1800s. </div><div><br /></div><div>
As I dipped my two feet into the San Juan River, my curiosity got even stronger. The small black pebbles in the riverbed made me wonder if the hot springs and <i>volcanoes</i> were linked. The springs' hot water comes from cracks that allow it to rise from more than 6000 feet beneath the earth's surface, warmed by excess heat from the area's volcanic activity.<span><a name='more'></a></span><br /><b><u>
The Springs @ Pagosa
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This modest yet famous bathhouse is nestled along the picturesque San Juan river bank and worth visiting. Pagosa Springs has a laid-back atmosphere, and it's easy to see why. Nothing beats romancing the waters, which are very calming to both the soul and the skin. I could lay here for hours and yet have a childlike delight in exploring the many bath pools.
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The Springs is popular with both locals and tourists, so the line that formed outside the Springs as soon as it opened was not unexpected. Your food and drink are not permitted inside, but the resort staff can carry refreshments to your pool.
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Entry Ticket: $49 per adult</b><div><b>Open to Public: 9am - 10pm<br /></b><br />1. As soon as you walk in, you'll want to dip your toes in all of the pools. Then, over time, the fact that there are so many people and so few entries in each will begin to overwhelm you. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGLuVh9c0rXrS1kvIF5bGyW11KDbHbGcG3Zghy843FjLYBWGPaDRj481lcOncootj6_QgpWMvIxr5qnZStSfSRFq3Ug38bQ4QexRfQ7N2dKS527KXZY5L6D7F0or28hcz3TYP4YYkEMv9X/s800/Pagosa23_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGLuVh9c0rXrS1kvIF5bGyW11KDbHbGcG3Zghy843FjLYBWGPaDRj481lcOncootj6_QgpWMvIxr5qnZStSfSRFq3Ug38bQ4QexRfQ7N2dKS527KXZY5L6D7F0or28hcz3TYP4YYkEMv9X/s16000/Pagosa23_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgabVsyANQhOBe87yPfeWHr-brGkfu91_1vOveV_eTOymRR-1CWqYiq9NX-0yXoOPq7Ib99ePk_BBamgcKI8pN7iKeNasN-EkV6IqTYNkDuwQndjonIZuCQjEK0HgNK2RuRZa3SD2RDMwTY/s800/Pagosa24_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgabVsyANQhOBe87yPfeWHr-brGkfu91_1vOveV_eTOymRR-1CWqYiq9NX-0yXoOPq7Ib99ePk_BBamgcKI8pN7iKeNasN-EkV6IqTYNkDuwQndjonIZuCQjEK0HgNK2RuRZa3SD2RDMwTY/s16000/Pagosa24_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwCgS0S-uIi_TFR-k4gPdcGgCu5tztDzZCMNYO336PKGAUbIg76n1qEpARv9ZDWvMe4Y7ZALh1ARFyu04Vk_WnBcDNs-XG6FgGgY7Brjm3Pz-HckfN1QyXskZsB0E5P2dzLEnn8_A00v7y/s800/Pagosa25_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwCgS0S-uIi_TFR-k4gPdcGgCu5tztDzZCMNYO336PKGAUbIg76n1qEpARv9ZDWvMe4Y7ZALh1ARFyu04Vk_WnBcDNs-XG6FgGgY7Brjm3Pz-HckfN1QyXskZsB0E5P2dzLEnn8_A00v7y/s16000/Pagosa25_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8LUFhTuoigMOZpv26XCXgVZ_cF7gsvAazwr8R_o_Bs_g29sYpQpPOV2W46m_TxfPuNzLcm87oYaIQf81g7sbJKcH9HXSJHRuQk2p6CuUXI67bsa0hzeAAbhQeZFGAXdDDJikOzioVmZC7/s800/Pagosa29_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi8LUFhTuoigMOZpv26XCXgVZ_cF7gsvAazwr8R_o_Bs_g29sYpQpPOV2W46m_TxfPuNzLcm87oYaIQf81g7sbJKcH9HXSJHRuQk2p6CuUXI67bsa0hzeAAbhQeZFGAXdDDJikOzioVmZC7/s16000/Pagosa29_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUNq8yfLSxnYKbsH6Nse0Gb-BbJE1fNEpIPndUPsjaTXQyu3M1HSTzVC9eAUD7x8aaDdHUUFnfKV6MfM0FnGpgmyBI168esUTkGSzj6vS-6uNnRhEst29ckj1c0ejyF_pI4ez-S5P39AZa/s800/Pagosa30_0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="549" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUNq8yfLSxnYKbsH6Nse0Gb-BbJE1fNEpIPndUPsjaTXQyu3M1HSTzVC9eAUD7x8aaDdHUUFnfKV6MfM0FnGpgmyBI168esUTkGSzj6vS-6uNnRhEst29ckj1c0ejyF_pI4ez-S5P39AZa/s16000/Pagosa30_0.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2kIWycBtD6w6jlK_h7G45vjXk1zwg_jfvQGfjYKE62-CldUgQ8x7sdH4ZM0nQ-9GU6Tqs68qQ5kPZ2LAJji-_yFUlONJr90cN6ThYOmgmurGoHPSjabDsLJ1Rn-0MwMZz0ewCG5TTGv04/s800/Pagosa31_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2kIWycBtD6w6jlK_h7G45vjXk1zwg_jfvQGfjYKE62-CldUgQ8x7sdH4ZM0nQ-9GU6Tqs68qQ5kPZ2LAJji-_yFUlONJr90cN6ThYOmgmurGoHPSjabDsLJ1Rn-0MwMZz0ewCG5TTGv04/s16000/Pagosa31_1.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /><br />2. I would suggest reading the temperature of each pool and grabbing hold of it if it hasn't reached capacity (on average six people) or is empty. Also, make sure to pick up your towels or rent them from the gift shop.
<br /><br />3. Temperatures ranging from 90 to 97 degrees Fahrenheit are relatively tolerable and warm on our bodies. Anything above 100 degrees Fahrenheit can become dangerously hot, even burning the skin or causing rashes. Anything less than 90 degrees Fahrenheit is considered lukewarm.
<br /><br />4. We were lucky to find our pool to call our own. It was lukewarm at 88 and had slipped many people's minds. It was near the river's banks, with water flowing out and in. On the sides of our pool, there was a small streamlet.
<br /><br />5. I was one of those who, like many others, jumped at the chance to find another lone pool, only to be disappointed when I dipped my feet in because it was too hot to bear even for seconds. I even went in one of the river's hottest pools(113 degrees). Oh, no! My feet turned red, but those few moments taught me how temperatures could vary within a few meters. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2jPfJRrFvq51nEBb8YapBU67y2FOOGj27juEzu1Gmgm2YBVpOwZvsUUnhUkamG0miTIJR2AK-G9dvIBbjpC4MN2GITq6XZtQ4Q0niIJjxWEzF1nu1Qo_Xa6q7a3i7He1xPeisukr41vL8/s800/Pagosa9_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh2jPfJRrFvq51nEBb8YapBU67y2FOOGj27juEzu1Gmgm2YBVpOwZvsUUnhUkamG0miTIJR2AK-G9dvIBbjpC4MN2GITq6XZtQ4Q0niIJjxWEzF1nu1Qo_Xa6q7a3i7He1xPeisukr41vL8/s16000/Pagosa9_2.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieC2Afc_ZuPh9mXRRlI4N6jA71gKoyidpHFJ8cod9WqLnQgl7RaeMfU1XB0C0lqHhSUPAlzJ_YktjSZKsPbBS35h1gJIlCqmsgHI3FiEdNzO6h3GUkRHqJOJn-a_k_MsmEORMLzoRjrw7b/s800/Pagosa10_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEieC2Afc_ZuPh9mXRRlI4N6jA71gKoyidpHFJ8cod9WqLnQgl7RaeMfU1XB0C0lqHhSUPAlzJ_YktjSZKsPbBS35h1gJIlCqmsgHI3FiEdNzO6h3GUkRHqJOJn-a_k_MsmEORMLzoRjrw7b/s16000/Pagosa10_3.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>I was also relieved that all of the other pools had a flat floor underneath because, while rolling your feet on the hot volcanic stones may appear to be nature's way of doing it, your feet may squirm on the touch if it's too hot. </div><div><br />6. Then, as the crowd thinned out by mid-afternoon, we hopped around different pools and got to see most of them. The pools along the sulphuric walls on the river banks, in my opinion, are scenic and have relatively warm water. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYS-GKDNaOIgHq-er1NMSI9P-g8dhaUKnwGtzX_bQMpinOWa9ck9DDcl2b1TDm63-2Y_fMgJKWcPX5NUCe3msXa50iKaXCZm4kLlrhKe962emfZSZGv8d8u7uhfyNJebwBvmzSjuGuVwAZ/s800/Pagosa6_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="617" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjYS-GKDNaOIgHq-er1NMSI9P-g8dhaUKnwGtzX_bQMpinOWa9ck9DDcl2b1TDm63-2Y_fMgJKWcPX5NUCe3msXa50iKaXCZm4kLlrhKe962emfZSZGv8d8u7uhfyNJebwBvmzSjuGuVwAZ/s16000/Pagosa6_2.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPMHPEYDxuffUzfZA_WdltVL1A4H4NlTQYv41aEH-s1pTCuUbbboucNZ71fGZIM6k9yi4svlqY7CgJwiR6G1ieq7mHDKnwLLNErqrwF_sB_WYsSUdLX9uX71_FuBswbRFfnjo-xXdQAAx1/s800/Pagosa8_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="565" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPMHPEYDxuffUzfZA_WdltVL1A4H4NlTQYv41aEH-s1pTCuUbbboucNZ71fGZIM6k9yi4svlqY7CgJwiR6G1ieq7mHDKnwLLNErqrwF_sB_WYsSUdLX9uX71_FuBswbRFfnjo-xXdQAAx1/s16000/Pagosa8_2.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div><br />7. Mid-afternoon may be an excellent time to enjoy all pools; there is so much one can bathe before people begin to leave. The cocktails on-site are one-of-a-kind and delicious! They're also a little strong, but getting a little tipsy and relaxing is a great way to spend an afternoon.
<br /><br />8. After speaking with two locals in one of the pools, I discovered that Pagosa is an excellent gift for parents planning anniversary getaways. It drew visitors from all over the world, including Lithuania and Vietnam. Their children gave an elderly couple the Pagosa Experience, and they couldn't stop thanking them over and over.
<br /><br />9. Is it secure? Except for Pagosa, we were pleased with the mask compliance during Covid-19 exposures in all of <a href="https://www.colorado.com/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Colorado</span></a>. Even though the resort had mask compliance, the nature of the springs made it challenging to manage mask wear.
<br /><br />10. Inside the pools, masks are prohibited. Outside of it, on the walking pavement and elsewhere, we must wear masks. Even though most of us were hopping from one pool to the next, it wasn't easy for a few to be compliant. Fortunately, my beau and I did not catch Covid, but chances are slightly higher here than elsewhere.
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Healing Waters Resort & Spa</span></a>@ Pagosa | The Nude Bath Experience
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This budget-friendly hotel where we stayed is centrally located in downtown Pagosa and across the street from the Springs. It is simple but well-equipped. With the pools, you can find a sweet spot. They felt more mineral-rich than the Springs, and the experience of the Clothing Optional Hot Springs was unique. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixYmb4g6889hwBfXrvs8vQ92C1L9a0nD3UQ6HmtgrLwqrtA8lJSSFuULZ1kUfpVZXru8Q4ddJSW987AdItuvrI91r-aXTnBXieowIte6ivbicoU5p3lqLTmSyPrYmLHbMv7y1QvEpfsgh9/s800/Pagosa2_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEixYmb4g6889hwBfXrvs8vQ92C1L9a0nD3UQ6HmtgrLwqrtA8lJSSFuULZ1kUfpVZXru8Q4ddJSW987AdItuvrI91r-aXTnBXieowIte6ivbicoU5p3lqLTmSyPrYmLHbMv7y1QvEpfsgh9/s16000/Pagosa2_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0vHqV-DcWnHDsnWFe_bqWCwbXzvC0l2lGgAJA2aE4k2Z5gx8cwZnMZ38uHZD0S7yjpO9xkwT4N13aRZer7ptqNnId3vQMECPN0DVSJDHwycAzbMaLpUOsgjW0BBtAZtRFoChI_hGf547O/s800/Pagosa3_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi0vHqV-DcWnHDsnWFe_bqWCwbXzvC0l2lGgAJA2aE4k2Z5gx8cwZnMZ38uHZD0S7yjpO9xkwT4N13aRZer7ptqNnId3vQMECPN0DVSJDHwycAzbMaLpUOsgjW0BBtAZtRFoChI_hGf547O/s16000/Pagosa3_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5ZGIgJhvP03NkVmKpk2_b4jYNZxamjWUBGQJgpfQymajxIiY_W6PzNo0lXKi7LVgAG74R1UmmXM8DuVDB1RMzBB55AIfWPHi1pBLvEp9H2R2Lqf33obr7z2T4NyCZo0xcjqIakESHY4RF/s1067/Pagosa4_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg5ZGIgJhvP03NkVmKpk2_b4jYNZxamjWUBGQJgpfQymajxIiY_W6PzNo0lXKi7LVgAG74R1UmmXM8DuVDB1RMzBB55AIfWPHi1pBLvEp9H2R2Lqf33obr7z2T4NyCZo0xcjqIakESHY4RF/s16000/Pagosa4_2.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div><br />
The primary swimming pool area has a pleasant temperature. The steam from the pool and the soothing touch of the water, and the beautiful sky above provide guests a truly private experience. The optional clothes pools offer different men and women bathing experiences.
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I was initially terrified by the thought of going completely naked because, as Indians, we are not used to such things. However, after I let go of it all, I had a great time.
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Beignets @ Pagosa | Best Place to Eat
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There are a few good restaurants in Pagosa, but our favorite is <a href="https://thelostcajun.com/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">The Lost Cajun</span></a>. The friendly servers and boho Lousiana-style décor were our favorites. It brought back memories of our trip to New Orleans. We had Lobster Bisque and Beignet Bites as takeout, and they were both delicious. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicXC_I-tTUnsUk3jRNrsboPXNqLnC5jMugrNQ73XE9P8-9dUN5uUGrSilSEmo8yYudcR3lnFSEbf1g-6Af1qfzFrNKsq2YFVJOCYL1ZVFHs_zgpQHIzJKLJ_QmeiUDI6Ya9iEzCTKcCl_D/s800/Pagosa15_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicXC_I-tTUnsUk3jRNrsboPXNqLnC5jMugrNQ73XE9P8-9dUN5uUGrSilSEmo8yYudcR3lnFSEbf1g-6Af1qfzFrNKsq2YFVJOCYL1ZVFHs_zgpQHIzJKLJ_QmeiUDI6Ya9iEzCTKcCl_D/s16000/Pagosa15_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4IfytLiayVQuQQ9qs-ci_-njgFq7UDcyqNRzm_5DNzEFY9VERFKMWDdnqsWBH1i0igBOldB4P4YMCcvL0wwAHvP-vctP4zSZ6cKBBq0xYW7hp2sgIWfwn21kXSTPrUUIKE-R4DGbV5c-Q/s1067/Pagosa13_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg4IfytLiayVQuQQ9qs-ci_-njgFq7UDcyqNRzm_5DNzEFY9VERFKMWDdnqsWBH1i0igBOldB4P4YMCcvL0wwAHvP-vctP4zSZ6cKBBq0xYW7hp2sgIWfwn21kXSTPrUUIKE-R4DGbV5c-Q/s16000/Pagosa13_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTig0tfbMijeQUXSzp_Q8GOVZjkjepvi3TbfqK5LDGPcq20REbed_APO1sH9QVbcWCoDsUsfnhRaoMJD20LKJszsU2Ib_x_qSZRh3utjaIP4BuvTvOLGvgStCo7KZWMnMwlVAt8QVb39uo/s1067/Pagosa14_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTig0tfbMijeQUXSzp_Q8GOVZjkjepvi3TbfqK5LDGPcq20REbed_APO1sH9QVbcWCoDsUsfnhRaoMJD20LKJszsU2Ib_x_qSZRh3utjaIP4BuvTvOLGvgStCo7KZWMnMwlVAt8QVb39uo/s16000/Pagosa14_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7327IYmDPrX-heHjAhtNQ06penimb7MN0OX6oIPgCMOTKpRuBgfp0qQknq-kpmiaHWCjKc9wU63ImvyqZN9F1WOcBXTGiQPtLxi4t5fN4nSr83GOm1ncbsu-EIsgG8bA_1A9slt2wah6a/s1067/Pagosa12_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi7327IYmDPrX-heHjAhtNQ06penimb7MN0OX6oIPgCMOTKpRuBgfp0qQknq-kpmiaHWCjKc9wU63ImvyqZN9F1WOcBXTGiQPtLxi4t5fN4nSr83GOm1ncbsu-EIsgG8bA_1A9slt2wah6a/s16000/Pagosa12_1.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /><br /><b><u>Flower Bed in between Durango to Pagosa Road Trip</u></b></div><div><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCyB-zZZWILLGVEotTB2dv3EelvQ6UkxpjHWGZo2kf7XuYLcbsIXXhQYx9omUPCNfINhLsr5sKO33RWE-CcJjtkIwprl8GkcmUIpOGo-sFtSuUOavWcLGZc_y7cyaik7MHD1u-Jl1_aqtC/s1067/Pagosa2_5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCyB-zZZWILLGVEotTB2dv3EelvQ6UkxpjHWGZo2kf7XuYLcbsIXXhQYx9omUPCNfINhLsr5sKO33RWE-CcJjtkIwprl8GkcmUIpOGo-sFtSuUOavWcLGZc_y7cyaik7MHD1u-Jl1_aqtC/s16000/Pagosa2_5.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxz5aqXYmBsxvGW0QThgVmp0K8si29COezAOW6Nc7qMDQRAV3zeavLUI-8WUrNqpKzwIHSUWLR4x46hHvFzMoXL-3qn-nBDvw1JNDnTkaHA8SWrJyX_iGi4tpjGHmUyoD2HgU-kb5N4vxG/s800/Pagosa19_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxz5aqXYmBsxvGW0QThgVmp0K8si29COezAOW6Nc7qMDQRAV3zeavLUI-8WUrNqpKzwIHSUWLR4x46hHvFzMoXL-3qn-nBDvw1JNDnTkaHA8SWrJyX_iGi4tpjGHmUyoD2HgU-kb5N4vxG/s16000/Pagosa19_2.jpg" /></a></div><br /><u><br /></u></b></div><div><br /></div><div>To know more about Pagosa: <a href="https://coloradoencyclopedia.org/article/pagosa-springs">Click here</a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /></div></div></div>Ankionthemovehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975209562434289902noreply@blogger.com9323 Hot Springs Blvd, Pagosa Springs, CO 81147, USA37.2645878 -107.01091869.81044325420531 -142.1671686 64.718732345794692 -71.8546686tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7422094847023178256.post-63443116542937733582021-02-16T09:40:00.004+05:302021-02-16T09:41:23.975+05:30My Durango Narrow Gauge Railroad Train Experience<span></span><span></span><i>Heritage Train Journeys are always one of a kind. Durango Train scenic ride takes you alongside the river gorge of the Animas River that flows parallel and mountains in the interiors of <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/sanjuan"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><b>San Juan National Forest</b></span></a>s, said to be inaccessible by public transportation and hence virgin. It's story goes back to those times when gold and silver mine ores were hauled. Later it was used to transport Uranium during World War II, and it also got popular with Hollywood where few scenes were shot. </i><div><i><br /></i></div><div><i>To us, on our visit, during this past fall, gave us colors to play from nature that definitely will make a great watercolor painting to get inspired from - the chuck of the steam train getting into the forests with blue-hued river smiling at us was nothing short of extraordinary. <a href="https://www.durangotrain.com/"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Durango Train Ride</span></b></a> is a must do!</i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div><span><a name='more'></a></span><i><br /></i><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdUwgw3hDRT7liy4wqTzgi9LRUAmQOMZE7Zl7mcnqvYoOG-NTW1pK3xLNt79cUY2bW_STJrRT_lMXh3HyQAQdCC01Jg-ucE9r7zBYtGsYiHVOi5YMLunEScHNbUWm_hnZH6Oq6HmYnl8ah/s800/DurangoTrainRide10.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdUwgw3hDRT7liy4wqTzgi9LRUAmQOMZE7Zl7mcnqvYoOG-NTW1pK3xLNt79cUY2bW_STJrRT_lMXh3HyQAQdCC01Jg-ucE9r7zBYtGsYiHVOi5YMLunEScHNbUWm_hnZH6Oq6HmYnl8ah/s16000/DurangoTrainRide10.jpg" /></a></div><br />
Just a quick rewind into where we had started. Last we talked about leaving Ouray. En route our road trip from Ouray to Rockwood Station in Durango via Silverton's Million Dollar Highway, we made several pitstops - whether they were to catch a glimpse of the waterfall next to the highway or to get awed by the bed of bright yellow flowers in the Valley.
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Our reservation with the train was for a 12:15 pm departure and we had booked our tickets online. </div><div><br /></div><div>There were two options to choose from - either we take the vintage coach or we take the open-air gondola. We rightly opted for the open-air gondola because it provided a great panoramic view.</div><div><br /></div><div>These trains also run during winters and are called Casacade Canyon winter train. The glory of watching the snow on the cliffs, the frozen Animas river and the crisp air must be something else from the train. </div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /><b><u><center>
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What to expect at the Rockwood Station?</u></b><br /><br />
Usually trains run from Durango to Silverton, but during Covid, it is running between Rockwood to Silverton. The ride to-fro is 2 hours. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgntlAE72cuBjI4gDNF9x_PBsLwKl849Ez2uAnH4R32IgElrvM2DKpXa9CFQ5QS5LOpgecAYtE1xty1c3GPJoVMDR2vJn9nxfEAGmE4YMqPz8ndPKtterQ9AEGnMjNFCR6meHy2OZIzTWWf/s800/DurangoTrainRide6.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgntlAE72cuBjI4gDNF9x_PBsLwKl849Ez2uAnH4R32IgElrvM2DKpXa9CFQ5QS5LOpgecAYtE1xty1c3GPJoVMDR2vJn9nxfEAGmE4YMqPz8ndPKtterQ9AEGnMjNFCR6meHy2OZIzTWWf/s16000/DurangoTrainRide6.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOetnsaO7zN7Lecv1GwkeGeg1PDQ6ydf2-6N4UOkKDzGyVCbkxcrSZ2tkbJjuLFIbJ6DKFw-klGJfV355vCQZPfpidSTjfgxFcO-if8tk7jglPCUpGHWLkLzLcDd9axsIFOa2MzuK6fmP0/s800/DurangoTrainRide7.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjOetnsaO7zN7Lecv1GwkeGeg1PDQ6ydf2-6N4UOkKDzGyVCbkxcrSZ2tkbJjuLFIbJ6DKFw-klGJfV355vCQZPfpidSTjfgxFcO-if8tk7jglPCUpGHWLkLzLcDd9axsIFOa2MzuK6fmP0/s16000/DurangoTrainRide7.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQovfRZEL7s_18fUsiD1yfvz4tRL-DLN2JGnoAp4wcAJh56XFwI2j8Xej3sw8YHAwElC6lXbrpezCtE3ZSQeohprtsoG3hH9pP8wkJ40_jnISxe2Z_tl4WQdb6x3SupMST9uHroTSrZ9_Q/s800/DurangoTrainRide8.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgQovfRZEL7s_18fUsiD1yfvz4tRL-DLN2JGnoAp4wcAJh56XFwI2j8Xej3sw8YHAwElC6lXbrpezCtE3ZSQeohprtsoG3hH9pP8wkJ40_jnISxe2Z_tl4WQdb6x3SupMST9uHroTSrZ9_Q/s16000/DurangoTrainRide8.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>
The Rockwood station has temporary setups such as a food truck, vault toilets, and a tent shed where information was being shared and the music was being played during our wait times.</div><div> </div><div>At the information center, when you show them your tickets, they tell you your coach number.<br />
The previous batch of passengers was disembarking during our visit. It is surprising to see the exit of cars running parallel to the train tracks.</div><div><br /></div><div><b><u>The Train Experience</u></b></div><div><br />
Masks needed to be worn at all times inside the train. The conductor comes and checks it.<br />
Whichever side of the train you choose to sit on, you will get the view. The riverside is definitely more gorgeous, which would first be on your right and then on your left along the first leg of your journey, and then reverse, hence giving viewing angles to both sides of the passengers. </div><div><br /></div><div>So, let's quickly take you to the ride:</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwZUCcnxG-MygkjvCILGT0ZVCRPUw4zQwC5ksUbbeWpXpGFufy1etVLr4gHKMXRNPdBTh1z3z5CRS5gBprXt4lU94u-DeVsZZXtIwQb92SOIIoja5FX8JK-yYwXH2852r6waa9f0nej0AR/s800/DurangoTrainRide9.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwZUCcnxG-MygkjvCILGT0ZVCRPUw4zQwC5ksUbbeWpXpGFufy1etVLr4gHKMXRNPdBTh1z3z5CRS5gBprXt4lU94u-DeVsZZXtIwQb92SOIIoja5FX8JK-yYwXH2852r6waa9f0nej0AR/s16000/DurangoTrainRide9.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Between the touristic Telluride, the popular mountain town of Colorado, and a little offbeat <a href="https://www.visitouray.com"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Ouray</span></b></a> also known as Switzerland of America, we chose Ouray from the word of mouth. I would be lying to myself if I say those heated public Ouray Thermal Pools weren't Instagram worthy, in fact making the perfect shot with the view of the mountains on a backdrop was easier, still, we weren't feeling it to the bone. </i><div><i><br /></i></div><div>Because something about it was incredibly man-made and commercialized. Yet, we found our solace in our short hike to box canyon(A waterfall that comes from inside the Canyon) & the Ouray downtown & our walk along the Uncompahgre river situated next to our hotel stay. </div><div><br /></div><div>Needless to say, the view of the 13000 feet of San Juan Mountains surrounding Ouray gives it a very hill station vibe. <br /><div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivbgax8IycVgf18eukz0f-vecBIsQ0N1hZPeqcc7dzB7E6Ldz8nCwxXy6RgfyK4Sn8dgK9flcaAvLbvBsOOfhUIjbtP79rwLHBaII2f8N9dbIngP2E01ET8DbzC5Bnp2L6qg0doMsJDLq-/s1067/Ouray2_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEivbgax8IycVgf18eukz0f-vecBIsQ0N1hZPeqcc7dzB7E6Ldz8nCwxXy6RgfyK4Sn8dgK9flcaAvLbvBsOOfhUIjbtP79rwLHBaII2f8N9dbIngP2E01ET8DbzC5Bnp2L6qg0doMsJDLq-/s16000/Ouray2_1.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Do these pools look like Hot Spings to you? Hmm...we thought so too. There were several pools with different temperatures, but these didn't woo us at all. </i></div><div><br /><div> I think the most I enjoyed in Ouray was our stay at the charming <a href="https://hotspringsinn.com">Hot Springs Inn</a> located adjacent to Uncompahgre river. Our room had a balcony that overlooked the river and strolling down the riverwalk was pretty easy and scenic too. The decor is very Scandinavian type, very artistic and we loved how a few pieces in the room gave us a 'straight out of a museum' vibe. The room was enormously big and very cozy. 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We especially loved the Thai food (both takeaway and dine-in) at Thai Chilli, and we loved the ice-cream delicacies of <a href="https://mouseschocolates.com">Mouses Chocolates & Coffee</a>. There are a few breweries on these blocks, but little did we know that they were closing early and hence we missed entry. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwH-YzPSlxjEZbBnjXSl33qPQN4A18iRcy3mP8gPunMK_kMVUg5WvquFBId5Yudwk1F-X2vn1RoPSAAwQwyrlmTN17ov28hTA6yk-GTmTz3a1-RWNv1IzXkNIqvtavamyV2jl3KsSfre6a/s1067/Ouray45_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiwH-YzPSlxjEZbBnjXSl33qPQN4A18iRcy3mP8gPunMK_kMVUg5WvquFBId5Yudwk1F-X2vn1RoPSAAwQwyrlmTN17ov28hTA6yk-GTmTz3a1-RWNv1IzXkNIqvtavamyV2jl3KsSfre6a/s16000/Ouray45_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>Hiking wise, we did the easiest hike to Box Canyon waterfalls situated outside the city. The easiest hike down into the Canyon takes 15 minutes on the paved grilled steps. There, the roar of a waterfall from inside the canyon gives a very rushed water peek into from a side angle. </div><div><br /></div><div>It was founded as a mining camp and helped the city of <a href="https://www.ci.ouray.co.us/city_offices/city_resources/box_canon_waterfalls_vs2.php">Ouray</a> establish itself as a permanent community. Box Canyon is home to Box Canyon Falls, a 285 feet (87 m) waterfall, with quartzite walls that extend almost one hundred feet past the falls. Access to the canyon is through a short, 500 feet (150 m) foot trail to the base of the falls or a steep trail leading to the top of the falls. The admission fees is $5.</div><div><br /></div><div>Another hike is towards the high bridge that is longer and steeper, but we did not go there. If you have time you can do the perimeter trail or if you have a day the blue lakes trail. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0akAEYhIHOAHfqo3Y6oy80zSYo9BSd5lTMRqY-e0OegsR5GsEj5LNt651SGetEvI74Uugza_Q6yS5yi97xHWnJ6llm1F3p5qLxWLSaYnJjEccrLFT-tCTdiYrkp1YtiFB6DIg-nCYs7zl/s1067/Ouray6_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj0akAEYhIHOAHfqo3Y6oy80zSYo9BSd5lTMRqY-e0OegsR5GsEj5LNt651SGetEvI74Uugza_Q6yS5yi97xHWnJ6llm1F3p5qLxWLSaYnJjEccrLFT-tCTdiYrkp1YtiFB6DIg-nCYs7zl/s16000/Ouray6_1.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvzDpnOGjgERvR2qt52guRZw8OFkLmXDKVzxyqucu529lrjMQnJHw-ICZHOhOOf_MSw1DwiX7Gtnbe2O9ETItfpUov7940eLkBWcIkpyERWkXN1RdJJfWPJNUTkKzx6xSWX5Phzy9uv66c/s1067/Ouray20_4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjvzDpnOGjgERvR2qt52guRZw8OFkLmXDKVzxyqucu529lrjMQnJHw-ICZHOhOOf_MSw1DwiX7Gtnbe2O9ETItfpUov7940eLkBWcIkpyERWkXN1RdJJfWPJNUTkKzx6xSWX5Phzy9uv66c/s16000/Ouray20_4.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbpbiAc_20zm5dlf7rd-WeJcOvT4I7BnyOg2L6D-MP9H6FDBKcy1fg2pePIHiWwLYlE0h162Wjoqnbmn1SxpxXOcyak16mN82dBgbYy450pMdKF8LRYsLabWeN65V_-HGpuaInFsIOGfj_/s1067/Ouray19_5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjbpbiAc_20zm5dlf7rd-WeJcOvT4I7BnyOg2L6D-MP9H6FDBKcy1fg2pePIHiWwLYlE0h162Wjoqnbmn1SxpxXOcyak16mN82dBgbYy450pMdKF8LRYsLabWeN65V_-HGpuaInFsIOGfj_/s16000/Ouray19_5.jpg" /></a></div><div><i>Do you see the cement wall on the side of the creek? Hot Springs that once surfaced here but now a pipe inside the vault carries the steaming 150 degree(F) water to the Ouray Hot Springs Pool.</i></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6Zvglh_4dHk3GWjmM6yKVESbI0DxvIAK5i5nese-Bfnz0xpXRQH73Kg332RJfZtBPsvGuI1zFJtqpAgGKFIxLZ1cJYBbLcUoLO8SgDczEASyVqEp_orkAelqGHTVNQIEpizkA-oAVslUh/s1067/Ouray17_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6Zvglh_4dHk3GWjmM6yKVESbI0DxvIAK5i5nese-Bfnz0xpXRQH73Kg332RJfZtBPsvGuI1zFJtqpAgGKFIxLZ1cJYBbLcUoLO8SgDczEASyVqEp_orkAelqGHTVNQIEpizkA-oAVslUh/s16000/Ouray17_3.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>The steady roar of the waterfalls can be heard year around. Did you know, that the force of the falls could provide power to the whole of Ouray? Here in this picture, is the old mining equipment left from the 1960's in the canyon.</div><div><br /></div><div><i>During the summer months of June, the rare Black Swifts rests in their summer homes. Their nests are often seen camouflaged in the canyon walls. </i></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqg0ZX3QABvSbbuJYTfNx4MaklEGRiwEE_N5pgeUE3wg-47vMs9BU-qod9nn4amxEKZ0jViC7KOlDklnXgfbuJQCJBjtVNrzHnA1isV9sF32EFcPeDXbEUvjTuhS0_ufZAh9laKdzvsSBM/s800/Box_Canyon_Falls_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqg0ZX3QABvSbbuJYTfNx4MaklEGRiwEE_N5pgeUE3wg-47vMs9BU-qod9nn4amxEKZ0jViC7KOlDklnXgfbuJQCJBjtVNrzHnA1isV9sF32EFcPeDXbEUvjTuhS0_ufZAh9laKdzvsSBM/s16000/Box_Canyon_Falls_1.jpg" /></a></div>Photo By Jaknelaps - Own work, CC BY-SA 3.0, <a href="https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=21058144 ">https://commons.wikimedia.org/w/index.php?curid=21058144 </a><br /><span style="text-align: left;"><br /></span></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><span style="text-align: left;"> </span></div><b>
So here are a few things to keep in mind when exploring Ouray:</b><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>
The shower rooms have no curtains in the Restrooms inside Ouray Hot Springs.</li><li>Ouray Box Canyon closes at sharp 5 pm. She warned us, if we are left inside, we would be left inside.</li><li>Many restaurants and bars close early here, like around 8 pm. We are not sure if that was because of Covid, but it was very early to get in the bar even though the long queue outside Ouray Brewery was inviting us in.</li><li>The drive from Ouray to Durango on a million Dollar Highway is scenic. </li></ul></div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG-iTHcWWYM2EIOHhCzLLmXslsTdTj5enqqBy7sNjjc70vU-rPoKXKwU83SgSg2MDqwrZ7CjrOKHJXAkCYtrdmlHM-2p5My_RkqQBtgVhdjqknGnDNg2Oiz3lYC8bvJi-2Es14cfUGZ84g/s800/Ouray36_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhG-iTHcWWYM2EIOHhCzLLmXslsTdTj5enqqBy7sNjjc70vU-rPoKXKwU83SgSg2MDqwrZ7CjrOKHJXAkCYtrdmlHM-2p5My_RkqQBtgVhdjqknGnDNg2Oiz3lYC8bvJi-2Es14cfUGZ84g/s16000/Ouray36_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6S0XkKQlidlMg1eX53qeaKrNeWO4_t8hcJqcbPBuIdo4toVI4Vw_4eLklSKr2VEiZxNksdjbzRS6Gq13_OCPvcvbSPhn24zRSoiXeQjdRXsWoBYHGOcHB-__B2wpeC9eNiwJIXOEvQcqU/s800/Ouray37_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj6S0XkKQlidlMg1eX53qeaKrNeWO4_t8hcJqcbPBuIdo4toVI4Vw_4eLklSKr2VEiZxNksdjbzRS6Gq13_OCPvcvbSPhn24zRSoiXeQjdRXsWoBYHGOcHB-__B2wpeC9eNiwJIXOEvQcqU/s16000/Ouray37_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhemll6-gpLfXtC8_Id0X8O-YDYEC-gEPbar9jNM-UbnTdEiInD-mbdtC3uoV2Fkzffv792CyoJnCC6upj8gGu_uXZRHjY_zgNOwzsTlqUZsCq7rWiMXx3fhbuav9hfVkdzSbo_heQeTFFI/s1067/Ouray38_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhemll6-gpLfXtC8_Id0X8O-YDYEC-gEPbar9jNM-UbnTdEiInD-mbdtC3uoV2Fkzffv792CyoJnCC6upj8gGu_uXZRHjY_zgNOwzsTlqUZsCq7rWiMXx3fhbuav9hfVkdzSbo_heQeTFFI/s16000/Ouray38_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhloY7XN9mu_QWiY0khqKxnroJP_Bvd80o1NtBNWgNVPp9jHdM1j2r0139l_jqK1OxKfHDP8W116guZupHtnjKxNpirfsHxKmh8Fha3C2NcarfTIrE0wydR8E22d-3PjsXXa4wEJMD5MtRL/s800/Ouray39_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhloY7XN9mu_QWiY0khqKxnroJP_Bvd80o1NtBNWgNVPp9jHdM1j2r0139l_jqK1OxKfHDP8W116guZupHtnjKxNpirfsHxKmh8Fha3C2NcarfTIrE0wydR8E22d-3PjsXXa4wEJMD5MtRL/s16000/Ouray39_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpZKPfR-K4ZheOVpyeTwajPaAPxaHdTErUpRpNhNQvP7JyIZbpEVFTpqF4Eq7AjNU_gvdiwHJTR8RDct_IbqT8fHSogddAiRpFZu3Rv0JcHrlx0hkPYDKIeZmB3lfHC-s3JFsMlz3JQGsZ/s800/Ouray40_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgpZKPfR-K4ZheOVpyeTwajPaAPxaHdTErUpRpNhNQvP7JyIZbpEVFTpqF4Eq7AjNU_gvdiwHJTR8RDct_IbqT8fHSogddAiRpFZu3Rv0JcHrlx0hkPYDKIeZmB3lfHC-s3JFsMlz3JQGsZ/s16000/Ouray40_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzGmDPHhuesF61cf8x9xwO7RB-uGN17GheA-4XeOdtkSW9_gKVFMFMI-u96pbwNa-qcdIoxf4wdNNWVigyD0At9U-zOW0UCQ4xX305alM8mCsZkS1VnvdQI3nzjjf4Ixs_62u19bonVP87/s800/Ouray34_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgzGmDPHhuesF61cf8x9xwO7RB-uGN17GheA-4XeOdtkSW9_gKVFMFMI-u96pbwNa-qcdIoxf4wdNNWVigyD0At9U-zOW0UCQ4xX305alM8mCsZkS1VnvdQI3nzjjf4Ixs_62u19bonVP87/s16000/Ouray34_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div></div>Ankionthemovehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975209562434289902noreply@blogger.com22Ouray, CO, USA38.0227716 -107.671448710.807181168837307 -142.82769869999998 65.2383620311627 -72.5151987tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7422094847023178256.post-88913420713848514832021-02-04T22:53:00.004+05:302021-02-05T17:27:22.492+05:30Black Canyon of the Gunnison | Colorado<i>Before I visited the Black Canyon, I had never asked myself why Canyons were the way they were. But here, the colors spoke for themselves, proud and bold. Often shrouded in shadows, and barely receiving sunshine (parts of Canyon receive 30 minutes of sunshine throughout the day) due to steepness and depth; the name said it all. At its narrowest, it is 40 feet wide at the river. It's amazing how nature plays with color, the river also looks black from above, and the entire terrain looks as if God has painted it in 50 shades of Black and Grey! </i><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgHikp9xrnmw0MoIVsxc31FxxvJ0ZcMo4PThKy7pfbnt1337IeunK2BnTaK3nhVaCdJBxU9z8flRW7oyivbgKFZfUgoE9BbJ3QbHtm4b1In1EmaDnnMxr4h2Dy4l-Q-HYAXsbgFlh7UYcR/s800/BlackCanyon12_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgHikp9xrnmw0MoIVsxc31FxxvJ0ZcMo4PThKy7pfbnt1337IeunK2BnTaK3nhVaCdJBxU9z8flRW7oyivbgKFZfUgoE9BbJ3QbHtm4b1In1EmaDnnMxr4h2Dy4l-Q-HYAXsbgFlh7UYcR/s16000/BlackCanyon12_1.jpg" /></a></div><div> The sun touching the rim, Black Canyon of the Gunnison National Park, <i><b><a href="https://www.colorado.com/">Colorado</a></b></i></div><div><br />So magnificent and distinctive does it look during Sunset that I wish I stayed more like one of the readers mentioned on the Facebook group. The sunsets make the north rim glimmer in hues of oranges at the top, while the rest remains black as the sun rays trying to find a way into the Canyon but the Canyon stands </div><div>put.</div><div><br /></div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>A part of me knew that spending so less time at this marvelous place would be a mistake, as there are couple of <a href="https://www.nps.gov/blca/planyourvisit/hikingtrails.htm"><i><b>hiking trails</b></i></a> and even <a href="https://www.nps.gov/blca/planyourvisit/camping.htm"><b><i>camping</i></b></a> in the area. I couldn't help but think how would it be down there, that we can see from above and admire or how different does it look during sunrise, if sunsets are so beautiful? Or as the sun rays, sun fights for its chance to peek in, and the canyons resists but by the time it's evening, them need a little warmth and shine too. </div><div><br /></div><div>But going blindly by Facebook left us conflicted on which direction to move from after a point. When we googled 'Black Canyon of the Gunnison' on the map while driving from Aspen from somewhere in between, we were to make a choice - to head to north rim or the south rim? Oh, how have we forgotten Canyons have rims. And how foolish were we, that we thought we could get by without any research knowing that networks can be missing in some areas. Thankfully, we landed in the right rim easily accessible - the south rim. </div><div><br /></div><div><b><u>How were these Canyons formed? </u></b></div><div><br /></div><div><b><u></u></b>It took about 2 million years to shape the canyon as you see it today. If you could come back in another 2 million years, what do you think Black Canyon would look like?
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Over a billion years ago, molten rock was squeezed into fissures forming the light-colored bands which thread Black Canyon’s otherwise dark walls. We were standing on one of these bands. As the hot fluid slowly cooled and hardened, minerals formed into crystals. On looking closely, one may even recognize flecks of Mica, Feldspar, Quartz and even Garnet. Those bands of lighter colored igneous rock - called pegmatite dikes - are more resistant to erosion than the dark gneisses(sounds like “nice-es”) into which they intrude.
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Consequently, the pegmatite weathers more slowly than the gneiss. The vertical position of the dikes here, combined with their resistance to weathering, has produced the fin-like appearance of parts of the canyon walls. You will see pegmatite at nearly every overlook.
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Swift water of the Gunnison river and abrasion from the sediment it carries are the chief cutting tools in the deepening of the Black Canyon but there are other forces important to the carving of the canyons. Moisture entering joins and fractures promote weathering.</div><div><br /></div><div><b><u>South Rim Drive </u></b><br /><br />
The South Rim Drive is 7 miles from Tomichi Point to High Point, and has 12 overlooks.The South Rim Visitor Center, which features exhibits on the canyon, is located at Gunnison Point. As we drove from Gunnison Point to the High Point, we found ourself driving parallel to the canyon. This short drive is a beautiful drive.
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As we reached the High Point, we found ourselves staring at 180 degree vista of the Canyon. To our right was the south rim. The south rim has eroded back farther than the north (to our left). The south rim faces north so it does not receive as much sun and does not dry out as quickly as the north rim. Since moisture is an important factor in erosion, a moist slope will tend to erode at a faster rate than a dry slope.
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Thus, the canyon rims are gradually worn away. What the river can’t carry away accumulates as steel piles of talus against the canyon walls or creates rapids in the river.
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The carving process has been slowed by the construction of the dams upstream. These dams hold back most of the sediment and most of the peak spring runoff, both of which are necessary for the river to deepen its bed effectively and carry off material eroded from the canyon walls.
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That is also where, the road is less paved, and it's more primitive from what I have heard. South rim whereas, where we went, has paved roads, a visitor center, and a couple of vista points. </div><div><br /></div><div>Our first stop was Tomichi Point. Tomichi Point gives us the first glance into the canyon. As we drove further we reached the South Rim Visitor Center. Gunnison Point is behind the South Rim Visitor Center. During our visit, it was already 6 pm, the Visitor Center was closed but the trail from the back was open. These are just a few stairs onto the vista point that gives you a panoramic view of the Canyon. A scenic drive to the High Point takes you to a few more vista points and these are even more beautiful. </div><div><br /></div><div>Here's the map from the <a href="http://npmaps.com/wp-content/uploads/black-canyon-map.jpg"><i><b>South Rim Drive</b></i></a>. </div><div><br /></div><div><b><u>Here is a quick photo essay from the canyon:</u></b></div></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZdYGxBVtsWWuhFx2s1K0AqD555ANwFINPrDD7s899wSgu1koCMLiPB61CdXn0YUuyhF2BQE2ORFnwEnE1pWxikE8s_lWLs6-N-h0AYnsxwFPQh_3nKDngtKBDpqIs2x_5DdmrrpZAZLK6/s800/BlackCanyon0_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjZdYGxBVtsWWuhFx2s1K0AqD555ANwFINPrDD7s899wSgu1koCMLiPB61CdXn0YUuyhF2BQE2ORFnwEnE1pWxikE8s_lWLs6-N-h0AYnsxwFPQh_3nKDngtKBDpqIs2x_5DdmrrpZAZLK6/s16000/BlackCanyon0_1.jpg" /></a></div><div> <i>On the way from Aspen to Ouray via Black Canyon...</i></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; 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Yet sometimes, a mere peek-a-boo of sun from behind the mountains in a dried up Crater lake that we can walk on gives us a ray of hope. The hope that was met with an endearing silence as it thrashed when reflections on Maroon Bells did not form on moving waters just as they had said in numerous pictures on the internet. The twin peaks above 14,000 feet that are called bells still stood tall and mighty. Besides, Aspen had a strict mask mandate both indoors and outdoors, leaving no room for worry. </i></div><div><br /></div><i><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX3WN0InOdeFOJdu7QnIHOq_96ZVIK10cGj1JAM6xfOjlyqZYrkWd3JG5E7e-oXOQG_ByYdYZoZdn8sxlrOxhH2GALKcYFXl2RgV_ElZLCnpVVA8GKDeS68ptL-kJBN8LGMRt5X8MFkxLx/s800/MaroonBells_Aspen14_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhX3WN0InOdeFOJdu7QnIHOq_96ZVIK10cGj1JAM6xfOjlyqZYrkWd3JG5E7e-oXOQG_ByYdYZoZdn8sxlrOxhH2GALKcYFXl2RgV_ElZLCnpVVA8GKDeS68ptL-kJBN8LGMRt5X8MFkxLx/s16000/MaroonBells_Aspen14_2.jpg" /></a></div> Crater Lake, A Maroon Bells Hike</div><div><br /></div>While <a href="https://www.colorado.com/articles/explore-maroon-bells-what-you-need-know"><b><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Maroon Bells</span></b></a> are said to be the most photographed place in Colorado, during our visit I was expecting the snippet from the internet that had built up my figment of imagination to come alive and the reflections of the bells to form an iconic picture just as they had said. </i><div><br /></div><div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoXD6Nrgn3Ia1Mm5JsZX9o2SVeU_GZwU3eD0aLWjR02UKt9c8hokcBdAInbOF_J_xCRBzbILHaAxM9YEGNOTYK0gCSWmd_1EKMTuSBZBp6Um3LzkAKzSDjDR4cPlAHzKAIAmpen9PFqIiA/s1067/Aspen13_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgoXD6Nrgn3Ia1Mm5JsZX9o2SVeU_GZwU3eD0aLWjR02UKt9c8hokcBdAInbOF_J_xCRBzbILHaAxM9YEGNOTYK0gCSWmd_1EKMTuSBZBp6Um3LzkAKzSDjDR4cPlAHzKAIAmpen9PFqIiA/s16000/Aspen13_1.jpg" /></a></div></div><div> <i>The Maroon Bells on our day!</i></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8Vr761F0M7zCUgJiRrFZ654lQx20tu0kTkay6YadI21enkBWBTyBDYUvWYey2Hk3oQaLH1tfnGj6xFaEpxmaSpsevMmnEHJxWhhYmr1Pgwm9DOqZREILSepzqLAXNY6u-WEfpk6cc3HDN/s800/13493355475_65584baf98_c_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="544" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8Vr761F0M7zCUgJiRrFZ654lQx20tu0kTkay6YadI21enkBWBTyBDYUvWYey2Hk3oQaLH1tfnGj6xFaEpxmaSpsevMmnEHJxWhhYmr1Pgwm9DOqZREILSepzqLAXNY6u-WEfpk6cc3HDN/s16000/13493355475_65584baf98_c_2.jpg" /></a></div> <span style="color: #2b00fe;"><i> <a href="https://www.flickr.com/photos/snowpeak/13493355475/in/photolist-mymYtV-dh4rjQ-yHe1NC-6y4fA-2gZnDvE-gdULCX-6yf5N-CDJprv-94yQ9p-fSBxuT-yXwLZJ-6RFM6G-AECUpr-KviQog-6RBMg4-ab72Yt-ddXsh6-ghi8jf-ddXsC6-6RBN1c-ddXsJG-cVxw1J-hjPFsk-Qr7icT-cVxwYj-ysUmqU-acqqQo-aqFfJV-dexAyw-2k1pdmP-2kt57UG-zCeZeP-acquJj-aqHWkU-yHczHo-aqopwZ-RBemnT-oZzrnf-28tm3Pa-cVxyeA-5sqJmb-eEZJPT-yTjVJ-cVxxvf-Xtnejg-goEzXs-6RFPgj-ywrqKj-2ZRve-76LwUW">Maroon Bells as photographed by John Fowler, Flickr</a></i></span><br /><div><br /></div><div>
The Maroon Bells are two peaks of over 14,000 feet with a scenic viewing area. Located just a few feet away from the Parking Lot, it's the easiest accessible lake. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9AG1zYu3EQ4T2ZZW3rI8n2AcYM0rvPairAcZm9AGH91ylBL_ug2gmjretdZgby4r_uA9BQnrl08NlAbSHIbWGMJK99miz9_NS01F0KgUP1AMFeuSRdzr6o39QJqyNlHQvXI8wHB1sCm_Y/s800/MaroonBells_Aspen29_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh9AG1zYu3EQ4T2ZZW3rI8n2AcYM0rvPairAcZm9AGH91ylBL_ug2gmjretdZgby4r_uA9BQnrl08NlAbSHIbWGMJK99miz9_NS01F0KgUP1AMFeuSRdzr6o39QJqyNlHQvXI8wHB1sCm_Y/s16000/MaroonBells_Aspen29_3.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWGRkL-5ZSTj4MZX-sashqqNXj85Iy41asg5YhYn3xHyToDSykyWPtKc1T4d23Q-9Hu8xM2ftmBAIFb4V-yLIZDw35Q5M0luvA1mFZCFYLfSI2YPpWVrvPDIepcKZS0OyJCH9MIg2gGxeh/s800/MaroonBells_Aspen31_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhWGRkL-5ZSTj4MZX-sashqqNXj85Iy41asg5YhYn3xHyToDSykyWPtKc1T4d23Q-9Hu8xM2ftmBAIFb4V-yLIZDw35Q5M0luvA1mFZCFYLfSI2YPpWVrvPDIepcKZS0OyJCH9MIg2gGxeh/s16000/MaroonBells_Aspen31_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>There are a couple of trails in and around Maroon Bells. We did the Crater Lake Trail and a little bit of Maroon Lake Scenic Trail. </div><div><br /><b><u>
How to get to Maroon Bells - Aspen Highlands?
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Meanwhile Our stay in <a href="https://www.mountainchaletaspen.com"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><b><i>Mountain Chalet, Aspen</i></b></span></a> was no less than impeccable. It is one of the few remaining old-time ski lodges in Aspen and the decor reminds me of those cute boutique hotels from Europe. I also loved, how kind their entire staff was, and breakfast was served early in the morning before our hikes. I also loved how conveniently located it was in the city center and the buses to Highlands (Buses to Castle Maroon) runs from Rubey Park Transit Center located outside the hotel. </div><div><br /></div><div>We did take a little stroll in the evening in downtown Aspen. Surrounded by mountain on all sides, its a cute little place yet there was something very up class about Aspen. To me , from the outside, it felt like a posh town where vacationers come to unwind. There were numerous branded shops on the lanes (some very up class and hi end). It just gave the vibe of "Not just for common people".<br /><br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA0NYEb2PJ13RCpO9Sl1SVu3vUAFjFUzURa1lcEKg4pnJSvbmUPNIm3ycFNZRnSTeuLXzGIcmpa8E-wLyWnn9imz-c1SuGy-Ss1A2HaNLCZgnBQR4d58ndgkVitpKKYVCwf4cjNFbfyKrN/s800/MaroonBells_Aspen38_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhA0NYEb2PJ13RCpO9Sl1SVu3vUAFjFUzURa1lcEKg4pnJSvbmUPNIm3ycFNZRnSTeuLXzGIcmpa8E-wLyWnn9imz-c1SuGy-Ss1A2HaNLCZgnBQR4d58ndgkVitpKKYVCwf4cjNFbfyKrN/s16000/MaroonBells_Aspen38_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuVR1Xur5Sy1e0emdwb9JF5jRHXnS1mfZMa-bwBqt0fCiV642z_iDCmVgiD_MUaY2XqvGJShtReyuj6CP9eGdPNAn8JxTJBDScq1gpwgCH7oVCY9wDXxdb-Xq6HxrfLe3lpEY_ym9i9XU-/s800/MaroonBells_Aspen39_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjuVR1Xur5Sy1e0emdwb9JF5jRHXnS1mfZMa-bwBqt0fCiV642z_iDCmVgiD_MUaY2XqvGJShtReyuj6CP9eGdPNAn8JxTJBDScq1gpwgCH7oVCY9wDXxdb-Xq6HxrfLe3lpEY_ym9i9XU-/s16000/MaroonBells_Aspen39_2.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTZLYKmM7UiQ1MVBsh4y-IWlUdk27WUqQ9pU3WSQsWziK9FCQV0DmRyD4-w1zze5jI0NP1mJIxvqrK36-138mfFv3N0HbPADnfmTMUhlYCw3GXQXaNfNQF2ZMgtrQlkuVI6wf2Eg6xzYdk/s800/MaroonBells_Aspen1_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTZLYKmM7UiQ1MVBsh4y-IWlUdk27WUqQ9pU3WSQsWziK9FCQV0DmRyD4-w1zze5jI0NP1mJIxvqrK36-138mfFv3N0HbPADnfmTMUhlYCw3GXQXaNfNQF2ZMgtrQlkuVI6wf2Eg6xzYdk/s16000/MaroonBells_Aspen1_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>The rules have been constantly changing but during our days of the visit, we had a prior booking of the Maroon Bells shuttle for 8:15 am. </div><div><br /></div><div>The host during our stay informed us that she has been an avid hiker herself, and the lakes have dried up but is a beautiful hike nonetheless. </div><div><br /></div><div>She also told us that the colors are pretty this time of the year here because there has been less rainfall but since there has been less rainfall, the lake has dried. That time we didn't pay much heed to her, because we were slightly hopeful that maybe not. She suggested we take the 7:30 am shuttle bus that leaves right outside from the hotel to Castle Maroon and we were glad we did exactly that. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh0-f7TN-i48jhg6t_PdI0DCx59piFVNRiFUCJhyphenhyphenkEsk-CrA7ru573mMxb7sSsmKXoaV7hFQ8mNxHtPS9RyKLC8MNsO8CVXDH6BPlWcS18rKaixBXEtxZGh96TKrzCienCUkvh1i_UYVgi/s800/MaroonBells_Aspen36_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjh0-f7TN-i48jhg6t_PdI0DCx59piFVNRiFUCJhyphenhyphenkEsk-CrA7ru573mMxb7sSsmKXoaV7hFQ8mNxHtPS9RyKLC8MNsO8CVXDH6BPlWcS18rKaixBXEtxZGh96TKrzCienCUkvh1i_UYVgi/s16000/MaroonBells_Aspen36_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2HvKt0iI0Lyvad3G0Q9Rc4LcWTyIoFzJk71XGwMvcANeKLZt0MBshpgh6NY8WLY_q4bB71V-j9pYQ_MRi-92oXMmpfAfMMFVuftuYP8n4HQRDskatV3gE6pDen-k-Z6Oy6yDDrJg8_B-p/s1067/MaroonBells_Aspen37_5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi2HvKt0iI0Lyvad3G0Q9Rc4LcWTyIoFzJk71XGwMvcANeKLZt0MBshpgh6NY8WLY_q4bB71V-j9pYQ_MRi-92oXMmpfAfMMFVuftuYP8n4HQRDskatV3gE6pDen-k-Z6Oy6yDDrJg8_B-p/s16000/MaroonBells_Aspen37_5.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>The ready to order complimentary breakfast is phenomenal in this hotel! As we were getting ready to grab a bite before we board the bus, we were served Denver omelets, some fruits, a bagel with cheese, coffee, etc. The seating arrangements at the shuttle were also done keeping social distancing in mind. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicwye8OaTriBQZn2y3XhHZttzl6fSgDzKiKmYRB-0l0eXFqVkLnU2r7y8Qr1SOMfH6byHU0bo3klRUPqSnW1_SbjKrzv044-wVjXkacPzJLfJSUz5TnxBGWVtD2Qq7p5x4iXgrjChVdElc/s1067/MaroonBells_Aspen2_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicwye8OaTriBQZn2y3XhHZttzl6fSgDzKiKmYRB-0l0eXFqVkLnU2r7y8Qr1SOMfH6byHU0bo3klRUPqSnW1_SbjKrzv044-wVjXkacPzJLfJSUz5TnxBGWVtD2Qq7p5x4iXgrjChVdElc/s16000/MaroonBells_Aspen2_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUiFpmSHcEtkXQ1SeVWt1Cme3zHedYNnDr07jHEvwUEqUw8eki2eggQmRr7zQtB5jyPzWiu8vQwDEk9hyGmfsS_RksVnTL7PxioJ2uk-QM-mtNyn3mDgTiLzy78-tvypb-z_ublUF10Teo/s1067/MaroonBells_Aspen3_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUiFpmSHcEtkXQ1SeVWt1Cme3zHedYNnDr07jHEvwUEqUw8eki2eggQmRr7zQtB5jyPzWiu8vQwDEk9hyGmfsS_RksVnTL7PxioJ2uk-QM-mtNyn3mDgTiLzy78-tvypb-z_ublUF10Teo/s16000/MaroonBells_Aspen3_2.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>As we reached the Aspen highlands, we went into the <a href="https://www.aspensnowmass.com/plan-your-stay/maroon-bells/basecamp"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><i>Aspen Highlands Center</i></span></a> and got the original tickets from our mailed ones. Thereafter we waited for the bus. </div><div><br /></div><div>The ranger informed us, that there might be Moose on the trail, and wished us luck as we proceeded forward. There was social distancing on the buses and had a compulsory mask mandate, and she herself directed us to seats she allowed us. </div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdC3RWTkvrWZo4KKZzRB0ry17RZUEV-Y0dog6PjaP8Lfr8Owp0ef8iwYkP8ZqN_G3zTVjr0F2uNxH-_j4TZGIS2Ygu2QdDIRscpt0NHrFpEblBfYkYgoRwmRjKUQOm3BCVwDc05ZjZPD8w/s1067/Aspen3_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjdC3RWTkvrWZo4KKZzRB0ry17RZUEV-Y0dog6PjaP8Lfr8Owp0ef8iwYkP8ZqN_G3zTVjr0F2uNxH-_j4TZGIS2Ygu2QdDIRscpt0NHrFpEblBfYkYgoRwmRjKUQOm3BCVwDc05ZjZPD8w/s16000/Aspen3_2.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8fCVPfh6pd1Eqb0CMUqNYLOO46R0himrUiAEL8PD3hgCGYXwvWdCVmgD6oL0_YFXsz-rhvNcGCr8DoxHllttLgEApS3ZoAdXWFNMXDujd8G_rOLgcyVc3ikg15jiuu753qosOmm9t3g7h/s1067/Aspen6_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8fCVPfh6pd1Eqb0CMUqNYLOO46R0himrUiAEL8PD3hgCGYXwvWdCVmgD6oL0_YFXsz-rhvNcGCr8DoxHllttLgEApS3ZoAdXWFNMXDujd8G_rOLgcyVc3ikg15jiuu753qosOmm9t3g7h/s16000/Aspen6_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc3iH4sCZkrOfy3CZK79yW2g0nbzdCilPkXTZwpvy-ndBl5ygsekhqvocN36cw773Vu3FEznJSPuOGCPSdrRbbD-MixgiLi8Ib3dvzFlFYDW_F_1RpiIrrlQv9T5YhOz0qbTgzzKdIxarP/s800/Aspen15_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc3iH4sCZkrOfy3CZK79yW2g0nbzdCilPkXTZwpvy-ndBl5ygsekhqvocN36cw773Vu3FEznJSPuOGCPSdrRbbD-MixgiLi8Ib3dvzFlFYDW_F_1RpiIrrlQv9T5YhOz0qbTgzzKdIxarP/s16000/Aspen15_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqcCqvmC9A-Pfpy9Ujfex0SbkXIVhVCp-z_4mx0gmQE5V-_ztih3xfrf-4wAzEMmMAvYbHRB9fqLCZ2aiTCgpiTfH4PPSm564E_zwiURiglcDF9ilruv0cMgMseQ3QNOSVd_XqoOvIoeFg/s1067/Aspen20_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiqcCqvmC9A-Pfpy9Ujfex0SbkXIVhVCp-z_4mx0gmQE5V-_ztih3xfrf-4wAzEMmMAvYbHRB9fqLCZ2aiTCgpiTfH4PPSm564E_zwiURiglcDF9ilruv0cMgMseQ3QNOSVd_XqoOvIoeFg/s16000/Aspen20_1.jpg" /></a></div> <br /></div><div><b><u>The hike to Crater Lake
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Miles: 3.8 miles. <br />
Difficulty: Moderate<br />
Terrain: Rocky<div><br />
Let me begin by saying what the kid who was hiking with his parents on the route said to us, <i>"The lake is dry"</i>, which also his parents reiterated further adding <i>"But the hike is beautiful, you must do it!"</i>. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVJSdwDDP3_YrvJCCdm8A3tw8YHJxmTh1KvkcX6v2UHefDRWf9ZCqCEiRNNi5anvNIxGAMA9QwcKWSR2_0jqtDTdWSdsUw8_SbX__S_J5q27w_V4wSSbx4bil9lCRWpOUXbXMJwaHPohOb/s800/Aspen22_0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVJSdwDDP3_YrvJCCdm8A3tw8YHJxmTh1KvkcX6v2UHefDRWf9ZCqCEiRNNi5anvNIxGAMA9QwcKWSR2_0jqtDTdWSdsUw8_SbX__S_J5q27w_V4wSSbx4bil9lCRWpOUXbXMJwaHPohOb/s16000/Aspen22_0.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidQYjgIULXrWlmqOSFf-nXF2LGP7piSMvVBFIrspo27DuBK1o2eF-bfa1jqkDNDBN6DbLdO2ul2dAIyHMyA5_-wGDwpeYiahF1HlKxSmyFbGJPrxD73ugCGI7apm7LdJnF8PN3l7Eyci5x/s1067/Aspen23_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidQYjgIULXrWlmqOSFf-nXF2LGP7piSMvVBFIrspo27DuBK1o2eF-bfa1jqkDNDBN6DbLdO2ul2dAIyHMyA5_-wGDwpeYiahF1HlKxSmyFbGJPrxD73ugCGI7apm7LdJnF8PN3l7Eyci5x/s16000/Aspen23_1.jpg" /></a></div> <i>Yes guys, that's a dried up Crater Lake I am standing on...</i><br /><div><br />
I am not sure if the trail is kept primitive on purpose, but its a very unique hike that not only gains constant elevation initially taking us through forested areas and then through heaps of stones and broken rocks. At times I felt if it was an avalanche aftermath. All I would suggest is at times one has to be a little careful, but not enough to keeping us strained and stressed. 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And there were two diversions to take. Since there wasn't any signboard we simply chose to follow the sight of the bells ahead.</div><div><br />
Even though the <a href="https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/colorado/crater-lake-trail"><i><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><b>Crater Lake</b></span></i></a> was all dried up, it made for a great picnic spot. And watching the sunshine over the barren land where land existed was spectacular. On our way back, just before we were nearing the end of the hike, we took the scenic trail route and came by the small lake. Overall, a great experience. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyTAdtvwW1dRwwJYRgSHBIGeRxa2GREKIVsW9W5MaJvub063bQE8_9gqRZf2hNMQfan4CSd7d_wb5cFJbJrfBVWyzlHH0QX9BTgT-Q7bofkx2H9QviDAGgCg4bp9MnYVhZrN9E8ABFEVAS/s800/MaroonBells_Aspen26_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgyTAdtvwW1dRwwJYRgSHBIGeRxa2GREKIVsW9W5MaJvub063bQE8_9gqRZf2hNMQfan4CSd7d_wb5cFJbJrfBVWyzlHH0QX9BTgT-Q7bofkx2H9QviDAGgCg4bp9MnYVhZrN9E8ABFEVAS/s16000/MaroonBells_Aspen26_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjblQcXKhaoo2ZwtfV5uPYXH7I979kG1FBHy34FLl10Za3dLm8zikY6m8hjHbKhcDvEr35QK8JJEtpF31UeqC3Z9Aulvk_oMZ4LcEjhalytHhupu5l4y-tGYCiu0epR0r7mdYByCJtTPowE/s800/MaroonBells_Aspen27_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjblQcXKhaoo2ZwtfV5uPYXH7I979kG1FBHy34FLl10Za3dLm8zikY6m8hjHbKhcDvEr35QK8JJEtpF31UeqC3Z9Aulvk_oMZ4LcEjhalytHhupu5l4y-tGYCiu0epR0r7mdYByCJtTPowE/s16000/MaroonBells_Aspen27_1.jpg" /></a></div><div><br />
Facts: Hikers wore masks at Crater Lake trail. Please also carry drinking water on the trail. We got down from the trail by the afternoon... </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii9bxbJn1G56hR56QscAhuYV3EOHro24i_ZYuOsDxdlpHAhAf9V1HRN-P1YCSCg5uVPkwCI3HTq2KGJjrRyRbUyY_psNzPcqXTp0zaBesBFdOp90ksmyKu2ZcYW2zaqwwMHoFKqqYlMAUZ/s800/MaroonBells_Aspen32_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEii9bxbJn1G56hR56QscAhuYV3EOHro24i_ZYuOsDxdlpHAhAf9V1HRN-P1YCSCg5uVPkwCI3HTq2KGJjrRyRbUyY_psNzPcqXTp0zaBesBFdOp90ksmyKu2ZcYW2zaqwwMHoFKqqYlMAUZ/s16000/MaroonBells_Aspen32_2.jpg" /></a></div><div> <i> A unique kind of restrooms at trailhead start. </i></div> <br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxsHDaINQtzdRbV5GZnbaeBK4Tw2Lw-1J4q71LHCWGXnpxchIgMRZiqx3pL62OcJwEqNC2ZOAKj_B5UwyYsCKycXsBwrNAXv-NsivO_tsVmk6CRLqNKjmvg3feuY6bI3MW5ifZ8S3FUJY9/s1067/MaroonBells_Aspen33_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhxsHDaINQtzdRbV5GZnbaeBK4Tw2Lw-1J4q71LHCWGXnpxchIgMRZiqx3pL62OcJwEqNC2ZOAKj_B5UwyYsCKycXsBwrNAXv-NsivO_tsVmk6CRLqNKjmvg3feuY6bI3MW5ifZ8S3FUJY9/s16000/MaroonBells_Aspen33_2.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdGTDW71zKBiEK6vJe357oX2XuCfGeFd7ia0MR2btN2z3JghI1MpYSYkGBG-qVHurqN8MJuBdBRzRrfifjFEkMDv_7HoJCSUZn4i3HslWXesZA7DL2eE2cUTfwYMVNmJbaVJUR3SsYtdTS/s1067/MaroonBells_Aspen34_5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgdGTDW71zKBiEK6vJe357oX2XuCfGeFd7ia0MR2btN2z3JghI1MpYSYkGBG-qVHurqN8MJuBdBRzRrfifjFEkMDv_7HoJCSUZn4i3HslWXesZA7DL2eE2cUTfwYMVNmJbaVJUR3SsYtdTS/s16000/MaroonBells_Aspen34_5.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs6bT1KuRHfAgNm5gEtlJg20Nl0UW7OVDW9ZFF7YFak_oFx0Wll9u7zOrsPpc_8FPQ0kihVFDMGqHAETqFFX_tpVw6kkp5QtPgwflNUSWv8jA_Z7P2eeD58t0Z7A1Bx0hfHyQ43reEA0f9/s1067/MaroonBells_Aspen35_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhs6bT1KuRHfAgNm5gEtlJg20Nl0UW7OVDW9ZFF7YFak_oFx0Wll9u7zOrsPpc_8FPQ0kihVFDMGqHAETqFFX_tpVw6kkp5QtPgwflNUSWv8jA_Z7P2eeD58t0Z7A1Bx0hfHyQ43reEA0f9/s16000/MaroonBells_Aspen35_3.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>After our hike was completed and we were back to the base and then to the hotel, we drove towards Black Canyon of the Gunnison and Ouray. </div></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div>Ankionthemovehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975209562434289902noreply@blogger.com11Aspen, CO 81611, USA39.1910983 -106.817538710.880864463821155 -141.9737887 67.501332136178846 -71.6612887tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7422094847023178256.post-72808999289348483342021-01-26T22:37:00.006+05:302021-01-28T06:39:13.235+05:30RMNP to Aspen via Independence Pass: Idaho Springs & Top of the Rockies Scenic Byway<div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiifpsLIyFOAC-tTpdSYc9y7WQqj2vBKucR_FM5-H5M3lcI27al3WD7uQTu0OIIZdJjob2dEbVqBJSpZdBtqSyMcdZR7AyQrbpKkad2uuN7lLzEhxyWP9m5NX3OTncJvJUpUKviBqfDhK5D/s800/TwinLakes11_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiifpsLIyFOAC-tTpdSYc9y7WQqj2vBKucR_FM5-H5M3lcI27al3WD7uQTu0OIIZdJjob2dEbVqBJSpZdBtqSyMcdZR7AyQrbpKkad2uuN7lLzEhxyWP9m5NX3OTncJvJUpUKviBqfDhK5D/s16000/TwinLakes11_1.jpg" /></a></div><i> At Twin Lakes Recreational Area at <a href="https://www.fs.usda.gov/recarea/psicc/recarea/?recid=81952"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">San Isabel National Forest</span></a></i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><i><div><i><br /></i></div>Honey Cheese Bread anyone? Almond Soda anyone? Pizza made of dough with locally sourced honey anyone? Gold Mining history anyone? That's Idaho Springs for you. </i>As we swooned over the delectable food Idaho Springs had that we treasured, a part of us hoped that we had time to discover the real treasure Idaho Springs is famous for - Gold. Idaho Springs spelled “Idahoe” means Gem of the Mountains and “Springs” means Hot Springs. A cute little town that titillates our curiosity as soon as land our gaze onto the big banner board that says "Where the Gold-rush began?" <span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS4mGgNump7Ppl8lymmkXFP2SFTMkiDGQ1dt49eF9qrripAOsDM7aiorH67WzKFTri_8_NVQif48CXP9yLbYAPkvru92MI1jw8fkNAzQ-xfF6SWPNXJPkhIreQLEH0eD-CO6Fn6l8TWjSC/s800/IdahoSprings6_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhS4mGgNump7Ppl8lymmkXFP2SFTMkiDGQ1dt49eF9qrripAOsDM7aiorH67WzKFTri_8_NVQif48CXP9yLbYAPkvru92MI1jw8fkNAzQ-xfF6SWPNXJPkhIreQLEH0eD-CO6Fn6l8TWjSC/s16000/IdahoSprings6_2.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR9QBMi2_35MScXqIRKa9lmtq8ruYmTMLxD7uFOkiMHb-CBYQWxkX41BW0hdlXg9XVwBd4oMshwjp4e0guZVk98EGxzZYhclxzZhuym4j0Mo7Oc4AmnNNA6IABX0-xlkgqFhkZ4j_ioPcz/s800/IdahoSprings7_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjR9QBMi2_35MScXqIRKa9lmtq8ruYmTMLxD7uFOkiMHb-CBYQWxkX41BW0hdlXg9XVwBd4oMshwjp4e0guZVk98EGxzZYhclxzZhuym4j0Mo7Oc4AmnNNA6IABX0-xlkgqFhkZ4j_ioPcz/s16000/IdahoSprings7_2.jpg" /></a></div><div><a href="https://www.beaujos.com"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Beau Jo's</span></a> Colorado Pizza & the Honey Cheese Bread is so yummy, you wouldn't want to leave the place :)</div><br /><div><br /></div><div>We all know how major cities in California has boomed due to Gold Rush in the 80's. Cities such as <a href="https://www.ankionthemove.com/2016/05/top-things-to-do-in-san-francisco-in-day.html"><i>San Francisco</i></a> prospered during those times. Colorado wasn't very far either. This is a <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=iydRkC0gMZI"><i>great video</i></a> to know on America's Gold history.<br /><br />
It would have been a dream to have stuck Gold in those days when Gold may have been plenty. They say that the first sight of the discovery of Gold in Colorado was by George Jackson who discovered it right off the Cold Creek River. A great deal of Gold was also discovered in the rocks inside the mountains and the might Argo mill was created to extract gold out of the water-laden mountains making the task easier. If one has time, they can also visit a few mills in the area - Stanley and Phoenix. Usually, the tour comprises of explanation of various processes of God Mining during the 1800's by the tour guide and Gold Panning.</div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwYiord6Y-tv_wc-Bt1-_SCdEQzklqwwrnB4uTD_SZdipMmUhzQ_DT89tg7qY6EpOmdLTTYf-aPFkVb_SP4azaiQNZI7x7cJ6yHoyHghZCUxNgQYzjNly1V46dmhW83o9xlNMBSRCeDN4r/s800/IdahoSprings0_4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="570" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjwYiord6Y-tv_wc-Bt1-_SCdEQzklqwwrnB4uTD_SZdipMmUhzQ_DT89tg7qY6EpOmdLTTYf-aPFkVb_SP4azaiQNZI7x7cJ6yHoyHghZCUxNgQYzjNly1V46dmhW83o9xlNMBSRCeDN4r/s16000/IdahoSprings0_4.jpg" /></a></div><br /> <br />
A part of me still wonders if locals secretly find Gold there to date, or did we unintentionally miss landing on a big stone of Gold that could not only buy us the food but our entire stay and travel.
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Sadly for us, our lack of research and lack of time both resulted in exploring just the one aspect that we dug into as our hungry tummies rumbled after our early morning drive from <span style="color: #2b00fe;"><i><a href="https://www.ankionthemove.com/2020/12/RockyMountainNationalP.html">Rocky Mountain National Park</a> </i></span>to Idaho Springs. As we walked on Miner street that had all these restaurants and cute little shops, we could help but love the old charm these places still have.
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One such was Beau Jo's. Recommended to us online by Facebook Groups on US travel and as said to be popular with locals and tourists alike, their Colorado style Pizza and Honey Cheese Bread was the best. The Pizza was huge and could serve 3 people. The decor was quintessential Colorado - with skis and skateboards hanging from the walls and Gold Mining equipment and vehicles. Down the street is Tommy Knockers where you get local beers and soda. Definitely worth the try! </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP6CxMZEMg8pzvQ03sdQkEU0HTnLYxmTtdD0UnjeMnSYJGkzSWzi81f8UU_L83baJZpIbmCiB_5-CVSIwSL5PRSIDDt_SeJjaaFaIvC0MrrV4j9yfOC0BfI75rSKqlF9AELK9epUmejZTL/s800/IdahoSprings2_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiP6CxMZEMg8pzvQ03sdQkEU0HTnLYxmTtdD0UnjeMnSYJGkzSWzi81f8UU_L83baJZpIbmCiB_5-CVSIwSL5PRSIDDt_SeJjaaFaIvC0MrrV4j9yfOC0BfI75rSKqlF9AELK9epUmejZTL/s16000/IdahoSprings2_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ9_HySbwmzS7AdP4qOWOUQu3l6d6htZx19dzI-go6PuzpRNPID3VMPeJ153OMHt-A4mClXYOTKYfPlqg_CSsRrnmRJzfUgLNDeTkbGBFopscgPVOxEzwQUF567VqK0F18s2zisQpWX-FE/s1067/IdahoSprings3_4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ9_HySbwmzS7AdP4qOWOUQu3l6d6htZx19dzI-go6PuzpRNPID3VMPeJ153OMHt-A4mClXYOTKYfPlqg_CSsRrnmRJzfUgLNDeTkbGBFopscgPVOxEzwQUF567VqK0F18s2zisQpWX-FE/s16000/IdahoSprings3_4.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD5FjD3UjiZxxRqb7Sz2Vsi9pzxGqIbOFn4P3xc1URYz_abpuXdXPNR4aU9A1a7gZnrYAsF9rmInoBnqwF69FR2yPHH189N4SRWhsbd-36p-9WTw81h5T2y2XWaDhXGoJ__7VIOIzzqDlr/s800/IdahoSprings4_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgD5FjD3UjiZxxRqb7Sz2Vsi9pzxGqIbOFn4P3xc1URYz_abpuXdXPNR4aU9A1a7gZnrYAsF9rmInoBnqwF69FR2yPHH189N4SRWhsbd-36p-9WTw81h5T2y2XWaDhXGoJ__7VIOIzzqDlr/s16000/IdahoSprings4_2.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIjvJlwJUBUmP9YGqi-F5lymYGaoYeO9H7Wq_h_Zrq2vLZ1f3RwpSMRAQyETBCQoGt132qzSvqjywpoHk-oBi95DANfbz8-zyT1foDXL2FWgb4esoKHgChJ8o_3T4YGVK5kxVX60ZAkpfH/s1067/IdahoSprings5_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIjvJlwJUBUmP9YGqi-F5lymYGaoYeO9H7Wq_h_Zrq2vLZ1f3RwpSMRAQyETBCQoGt132qzSvqjywpoHk-oBi95DANfbz8-zyT1foDXL2FWgb4esoKHgChJ8o_3T4YGVK5kxVX60ZAkpfH/s16000/IdahoSprings5_2.jpg" /></a></div><br />
Fact: Right at the entrance of Idaho springs (and behind Miner Street) is the parking lot. The parking is free for 1 hour. And then for the next 1 hour, it's $2. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSbcekV-kUGLTbbZuvd-DxY3ZPmCzOnqf7GXh4_BZFaQbFKQuFS7oe9OH-hLEQT-w56Odq6-yn2QYCkd1kTUu6F4_ZFIrJBGPJgg-PiYKNEmXvjkj2VDkHcxlIyxz77We6tnLxlnHDFkzM/s1067/IdahoSprings1_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgSbcekV-kUGLTbbZuvd-DxY3ZPmCzOnqf7GXh4_BZFaQbFKQuFS7oe9OH-hLEQT-w56Odq6-yn2QYCkd1kTUu6F4_ZFIrJBGPJgg-PiYKNEmXvjkj2VDkHcxlIyxz77We6tnLxlnHDFkzM/s16000/IdahoSprings1_3.jpg" /></a></div><div> <i>Parking Lot with Parking Ticket Machine.</i></div><br /><div><br /><b><u>
Aspen via Independence Pass
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When Google flashes that the route is closed, and the route is open indeed, there is a gift wrapped in what could have been a misery had it been closed. Before we were leaving from Rocky Mountain National Park, we checked onto our phones the directions to Independence Pass which purposely detoured us via Vail and Glenwood Springs letting us skip Independence Pass altogether and taking a longer route. </div><div><br /></div><div>Our inquisitiveness and Google's stubbornness on road closure left us confused. We chose to ask the rangers who also were not sure because often we view Google maps as God, especially when we are in a new place, and that's our only savior for directions. The local website <a href="https://www.cotrip.org/home.htm "><i><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Cotrip</span></i></a> that informs travelers on road closures, maintenance, and constructions, also did not have any information leaving us to taking a chance if we wished to do it at all.
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Independence Pass
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A short flat paved trail leads us to various vista points of the pass including the near view of the mountains and the vastness of the valley. <br /><br /><b><u>Leadville - Copper Mountain - Twin Lakes - Top of the Rockies Scenic Byway </u></b></div><div><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div>The Top of the Rockies Byway travels 75 miles starting in Aspen, traveling through Leadville to either Minturn or Copper Mountain, literally at the Top of the Rockies. We took the route opposite as we were going towards Aspen, than from Aspen. For us it took us via Copper Mountain, Leadville and Twin Lakes. </div><div><br /></div><div>Once booming mining towns, Leadville and Twin Lakes still stand centers of Mining. The <a href="https://www.mininghalloffame.org"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><i>National Mining Hall of Fame</i></span></a> is a museum located in Leadville, Colorado, United States, dedicated to commemorating the work of miners and people who work with natural resources. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga86o1moEVkusznrHs-C9niL15UZANU5iTSaeeHx99Jj3xtSCw_7lAYxAJ1tTiOV4e3GdFIRQSHx8EVd7i88pSRZDwOTGzKUh9tvpB5FRgrykUV1r56bLXxUTtEWybwUxXKMKw2gtlEw8u/s800/TwinLakes3_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEga86o1moEVkusznrHs-C9niL15UZANU5iTSaeeHx99Jj3xtSCw_7lAYxAJ1tTiOV4e3GdFIRQSHx8EVd7i88pSRZDwOTGzKUh9tvpB5FRgrykUV1r56bLXxUTtEWybwUxXKMKw2gtlEw8u/s16000/TwinLakes3_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgDezakzG2LonjfL6P2MTtt8S8P3cZdB9FSIFzcvJLlcZ3btszaAHNd0YlILTnFjtzgS_ryV7Wby2p2GBYfmQJIv87vxgvBzPcAp2uO-LWcyIE3p76rCazukZczuGAaiGYRdhq6HWX_TjZ/s800/TwinLakes4_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="523" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjgDezakzG2LonjfL6P2MTtt8S8P3cZdB9FSIFzcvJLlcZ3btszaAHNd0YlILTnFjtzgS_ryV7Wby2p2GBYfmQJIv87vxgvBzPcAp2uO-LWcyIE3p76rCazukZczuGAaiGYRdhq6HWX_TjZ/s16000/TwinLakes4_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfoGGU-5u-WZMUTDHUpIRK1OHUMZQ6srPzuW67XbBw4vlX60EtZ1Hc7AYKsx6L5pD8d9NlYWQ02EPSEMXy48m62brdvCcRXgbqGj9UCpDZyY9BY06Aw9XqOePVC9oF1LYacln3PPBU8MxU/s800/TwinLakes6_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgfoGGU-5u-WZMUTDHUpIRK1OHUMZQ6srPzuW67XbBw4vlX60EtZ1Hc7AYKsx6L5pD8d9NlYWQ02EPSEMXy48m62brdvCcRXgbqGj9UCpDZyY9BY06Aw9XqOePVC9oF1LYacln3PPBU8MxU/s16000/TwinLakes6_1.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div> <i>At the Valley of Ghosts, In the late 1800's this valley busted with the commotion of three mining towns. Fortunes were made and dreams were crashed in the ores hauled from mountains. By 1950. the area was deserted as the mining boom had busted. The valley is now filled with tailing from the Climax mine - a fit burial for the towns born out of mining. </i></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1rN1awPV6OeZpJhhnDAk1lQ4kh2fiZpfDEt9YpvpVMSZtld9K0aZFVEIaO2AsRnTMdtZ1NC-SdUBGKem-SqdL7x1KGIojmDyjV98wOcJu0rM27qbA-HQs0n2EndEaMyPkjxnG6jQactD1/s800/TwinLakes7_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1rN1awPV6OeZpJhhnDAk1lQ4kh2fiZpfDEt9YpvpVMSZtld9K0aZFVEIaO2AsRnTMdtZ1NC-SdUBGKem-SqdL7x1KGIojmDyjV98wOcJu0rM27qbA-HQs0n2EndEaMyPkjxnG6jQactD1/s16000/TwinLakes7_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs-rKpEz-pIgoSR4xPY-deMoTuc1LRVmlHOGpIq-72BUOmA8blyyt8Y1YlIJNQZwF1Rw3YwN7Jrhkez3uMHR-yznFjGtB-O2YTXTpNZ5bix6TxNKCJ8I8S1eY_sPw65J78177ckxIdxtJr/s800/TwinLakes8_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjs-rKpEz-pIgoSR4xPY-deMoTuc1LRVmlHOGpIq-72BUOmA8blyyt8Y1YlIJNQZwF1Rw3YwN7Jrhkez3uMHR-yznFjGtB-O2YTXTpNZ5bix6TxNKCJ8I8S1eY_sPw65J78177ckxIdxtJr/s16000/TwinLakes8_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc0Zy7Uemsbro3vWscqDpITi9EQF-69-BS72xeNm4v_naEbG4twNluv4XMxPkpLmsxD0D77K2cCHWtuf1b7Gxt-81qVfSp3m4vMKeSY0cZkMQFsW-e085yEBiWU3EzgjJ9k_xlaFQPnWcd/s800/TwinLakes9_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgc0Zy7Uemsbro3vWscqDpITi9EQF-69-BS72xeNm4v_naEbG4twNluv4XMxPkpLmsxD0D77K2cCHWtuf1b7Gxt-81qVfSp3m4vMKeSY0cZkMQFsW-e085yEBiWU3EzgjJ9k_xlaFQPnWcd/s16000/TwinLakes9_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaifB-Re7CwIvxmfqFahiV5KvQ9tFyrROTtc3ohpQLb5IDW4K2k2BHOs2XU_3Um8BD-2pnpw3zPuffhC9Ajy-yx0ezsYAlezL6ynX9JAqXh9ZpYn_N5rIsSqGM8ICbvTQEdAjVDnl1b-OT/s1067/TwinLakes12_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaifB-Re7CwIvxmfqFahiV5KvQ9tFyrROTtc3ohpQLb5IDW4K2k2BHOs2XU_3Um8BD-2pnpw3zPuffhC9Ajy-yx0ezsYAlezL6ynX9JAqXh9ZpYn_N5rIsSqGM8ICbvTQEdAjVDnl1b-OT/s16000/TwinLakes12_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6duj6JbzpXg_o2k2XR17UKOVvXANbd8NU-Fw2-0T23xcvDuY0XUtzi9ASTc4X9kRhmlj8HkaSII05gkQe1jmyxbtIAjx_VHDOIL4sUSUVo7hA7SzP5tTJD1fCu1rhO_7Qfqbs9VGUqchb/s800/TwinLakes13_0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi6duj6JbzpXg_o2k2XR17UKOVvXANbd8NU-Fw2-0T23xcvDuY0XUtzi9ASTc4X9kRhmlj8HkaSII05gkQe1jmyxbtIAjx_VHDOIL4sUSUVo7hA7SzP5tTJD1fCu1rhO_7Qfqbs9VGUqchb/s16000/TwinLakes13_0.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSE-iMD-BFSg3tzVomqojAnWWtMSnGMXj0sMdeKGgcCtXBH7htJfMdJuYY0gbVVHqIRs6IOnJv_IgmV-pX3x3L1z42a1CKHbQubkueE8CYvJ2mCwbvVlxwJB6haj3jB6u25objoyzkzEfd/s800/TwinLakes14_0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSE-iMD-BFSg3tzVomqojAnWWtMSnGMXj0sMdeKGgcCtXBH7htJfMdJuYY0gbVVHqIRs6IOnJv_IgmV-pX3x3L1z42a1CKHbQubkueE8CYvJ2mCwbvVlxwJB6haj3jB6u25objoyzkzEfd/s16000/TwinLakes14_0.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div>Twin Lakes in particular stunned us. The name Twin Lakes comes from 'two alpine lakes' on the base of gigantic mountains. These lakes were carved by Glaciers during the Ice age and not only makes a great hault for visitors but also a great recreational area for those who wish to go down by the sandy beach by the lake.<br /><br />Now, this was another hidden gem route expressed to us by members of a Facebook Group who suggested us that we take the drive via "The Top of the Rockies Scenic Byway". When we enter on Google, it shows no results. <br /><br />The route is incredibly scenic and short detours can lead us to mountain streams, lakes and mountains. It also runs through a few national forests in the area. To know more read, <a href="https://www.coloradodirectory.com/maps/topoftherockies.html ">https://www.coloradodirectory.com/maps/topoftherockies.html </a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div>Ankionthemovehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975209562434289902noreply@blogger.com5tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7422094847023178256.post-6666493374597223242021-01-08T07:36:00.007+05:302021-01-09T00:33:26.337+05:30Hike into Nymph, Dream, and Emerald Lakes | Bear Lake Trailhead <div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVMh0rY9UOM0iAdRDdHB2G400qlRCTu47ASDiqh_zMi6Fs0F2MASPnuuUXUC3G3zMpSX53oV0Du3U7vWYInTFshp3xxaxl3wao-cW1RWJLhPGAIkTMUBGk2R7IrHbxVpng9eJcqRVltjIe/s1067/BearLakeTrail11_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVMh0rY9UOM0iAdRDdHB2G400qlRCTu47ASDiqh_zMi6Fs0F2MASPnuuUXUC3G3zMpSX53oV0Du3U7vWYInTFshp3xxaxl3wao-cW1RWJLhPGAIkTMUBGk2R7IrHbxVpng9eJcqRVltjIe/s16000/BearLakeTrail11_2.jpg" /></a></div><i> Emerald Lake in Rocky Mountain National Park, <a href="https://www.colorado.com/official-colorado-travel-resources?gclid=CjwKCAiA_9r_BRBZEiwAHZ_v14xEMQSCEoiOfI3FMBkLZsxA9iI5S1AUtOzUD6T4Xrr7S5hpZwBP5BoCgXUQAvD_BwE"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><b>Colorado</b></span></a> is scenic!</i></div><div><br /></div><div><div><i>Nothing is more soothing to our eyes than the crisp sunshine reflecting on the Emerald Blue Alpine Lake with Winds whispering in our ears, that nature indeed is more powerful than us, no matter how much we pretend otherwise. Surrounded by tall peaks at Emerald to Dreamlike waterscape of Dream Lake to lush Lilly pads of Nymph Lake, the hike takes us through a gradual steady climb from Start to Nymph and then takes us through a comparatively moderate climb from Dream to Emerald. </i></div><div><i><br /></i></div><div>If one has to do just one hike in the <a href="https://www.nps.gov/romo/index.htm"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><i><b>Rocky Mountain National Park</b></i></span></a>, then it has to be the hike to the three lakes that starts at Bear Lake Trailhead - Nymph, Dream, Emerald. It is a very popular hike in the park and is about 3.6 miles roundtrip. I would grade it as easy till Nymph Lake, then gets a little moderate till Dream Lake and is moderate till Emerald Lake. It roughly would take you around 2-4 hours based on how much you choose to stop. </div><div><br /></div><span></span><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><b>Fact: </b>Alertness becomes part of the trail especially during pockets where trails had ice sheet over it, which has a tendency to make us slip, or skid. You wouldn't need spiked shoes though. These sections are few. And one can also bypass them in a lot of places, by taking a little detour on the mud(or where there is less ice). We also observed that during morning hours there was more ice as compared to the afternoon when the ice had started melting already due to rising temperatures.</div><div><br /></div><div>Anyone can do this hike. It's very family-friendly, till the first two lakes. And then, if you have kids who have been on hikes before, Dream to Emerald is moderately challenging but nothing that you will find over strenuous. There are, however, lots of stairs to climb on this trail. And Emerald Lake was chilly cold and windy.</div><div><br /></div><div><b><u>Distances:</u></b></div><div><i>The trailhead to Bear Lake Nature Trail(0.8-mile roundtrip, 9475 feet, Easy)</i></div><div><i>The trailhead to Nymph Lake (1.2-mile roundtrip, 262 feet elevation gain, Easy)</i></div><div><i>The trailhead to Dream Lake (2.2-mile roundtrip, 426 feet elevation gain, Easy)</i></div><div><i>The trailhead to Emerald Lake (3.6 -mile roundtrip, 702 feet elevation gain, Moderate)</i></div></div><div><br /></div><div><b><u>Free Shuttles or Car? </u></b></div><div><br /></div><div>With the convenience of free shuttles till the trailhead, one does not have to bother about parking their car at the parking space which can get busy and unavailable during peak hours. From our campground, we took the shuttle to Park n Ride and from Park n Ride till Bear Lake Trailhead. The buses run very frequently. Also, a few people on the internet had suggested to us, that should we decide to take our car, post 3 pm would be easier on us, as folks who have had come for morning hikes may have already left.
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The first lake we have is Nymph Lake ringed by water lilies which during our time was partly frozen. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9Zh96aRAsyp7EiQoA6Xk4Kawjmwt4cElm_fj60-VwiS5bw9pk_nh4h-rNNfVMi3BsjKFH_hSAODUPD6BaMGPz_dgJ0g5oMGLZdXmRhJGDts5AC7yulancqd2mTtTXbApQa4IUVzex1b5o/s800/BearLakeTrail14_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg9Zh96aRAsyp7EiQoA6Xk4Kawjmwt4cElm_fj60-VwiS5bw9pk_nh4h-rNNfVMi3BsjKFH_hSAODUPD6BaMGPz_dgJ0g5oMGLZdXmRhJGDts5AC7yulancqd2mTtTXbApQa4IUVzex1b5o/s16000/BearLakeTrail14_1.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>The next would be dream lake, which seemed to be the biggest of the three lakes, and is also located at the base of Harlett Peak making it incredibly scenic. One must be careful of those plank bridges and steps during snow and ice as they tend to get slippery, and two people needed to be rescued thereafter they fell and couldn't get up on their own. Most of the snow had melted during our visit, however, the iced-sheets were apparent on stepped paved trails, and most of us were careful enough to not slide in them. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR9nhyNqQv9YQbqzMa1D8LQLXNzmrrQ9Ufp59BBIwy_RBLS-dWmnfX7WnVmPokjtAWBIhYRcKKFMuJIMI54W-SKuN-a0ypcUT3fKI3PJ6Tb6yVltJz8o7n4g5K3bp3i3TAQC6aPcwVWIoe/s1067/BearLakeTrail3_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR9nhyNqQv9YQbqzMa1D8LQLXNzmrrQ9Ufp59BBIwy_RBLS-dWmnfX7WnVmPokjtAWBIhYRcKKFMuJIMI54W-SKuN-a0ypcUT3fKI3PJ6Tb6yVltJz8o7n4g5K3bp3i3TAQC6aPcwVWIoe/s16000/BearLakeTrail3_3.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSfxt6T6ITnRkK2L36GIr0etM1h8nuXTua1CGudz4tKDoMO3QQRLwMFwXai3Dpzvytf3lmEW8Gr1GADZtX-SueSgdOup81PBiu8V4ClDmymNz1hvwX4DZhUGbbmmiIBmQRe_W0LDGYJARZ/s1067/BearLakeTrail4_5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhSfxt6T6ITnRkK2L36GIr0etM1h8nuXTua1CGudz4tKDoMO3QQRLwMFwXai3Dpzvytf3lmEW8Gr1GADZtX-SueSgdOup81PBiu8V4ClDmymNz1hvwX4DZhUGbbmmiIBmQRe_W0LDGYJARZ/s16000/BearLakeTrail4_5.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-78IbnFqR_pNIHkXHI0WA5DBFF53S65FLcUHdnRZoawPm3BSxV96p8hf-cKvof3FVYi7FVZ03h8ZWDoW_rrwiEzABqAz7JVB7kqrHpDJN06XNO_9k0ZD0-9Z2iLHkTZnvz0E_froYQllr/s1067/BearLakeTrail5_4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi-78IbnFqR_pNIHkXHI0WA5DBFF53S65FLcUHdnRZoawPm3BSxV96p8hf-cKvof3FVYi7FVZ03h8ZWDoW_rrwiEzABqAz7JVB7kqrHpDJN06XNO_9k0ZD0-9Z2iLHkTZnvz0E_froYQllr/s16000/BearLakeTrail5_4.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDkc3yWBuex6BWqx73OHqmt0EXlIPF2nKuQUgUnWPQdTsxvtGweXew0J5tvmwWkEyU1B2v442rMLVazJTp1ZU4ZsqyqN4FLvoVwXery5NbjHdhXHNrdJbfGBmugM7ZIdTbh00-0M4zO_SF/s800/BearLakeTrail7_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiDkc3yWBuex6BWqx73OHqmt0EXlIPF2nKuQUgUnWPQdTsxvtGweXew0J5tvmwWkEyU1B2v442rMLVazJTp1ZU4ZsqyqN4FLvoVwXery5NbjHdhXHNrdJbfGBmugM7ZIdTbh00-0M4zO_SF/s16000/BearLakeTrail7_1.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div> Further ahead is the Emerald Lake. I really loved how dreamy it can get when one leaves Dream lake towards the Emerald as initially, it takes us alongside the Dream side and then into the paved steps. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAlIWaqf_ZX27fuksMU7RFQ4ubsujsNdjCToOBeKqJXM9PdqQoBpEXZkHTK22Clwy778_icTgvXXhmqyz9df_BehfZZk4VCdaIDF70j06fXE8MsM4ragzmkcJAp4HVvTyLt9LgjeQFmoZK/s800/BearLakeTrail8_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgAlIWaqf_ZX27fuksMU7RFQ4ubsujsNdjCToOBeKqJXM9PdqQoBpEXZkHTK22Clwy778_icTgvXXhmqyz9df_BehfZZk4VCdaIDF70j06fXE8MsM4ragzmkcJAp4HVvTyLt9LgjeQFmoZK/s16000/BearLakeTrail8_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIeQ8cB6kuCWlxVePkVtzpzmQltUfHPKGidkKWO_8Ia-d1KRglBeWiNK1fZbXSKkuWSRiyfrbpaPAwLQhV2Cmj09pEC3PUxZiEbCMqFmVSw4y1FV-5XI7E27xoswjvPOHIiJcGtR7XMJma/s800/BearLakeTrail9_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIeQ8cB6kuCWlxVePkVtzpzmQltUfHPKGidkKWO_8Ia-d1KRglBeWiNK1fZbXSKkuWSRiyfrbpaPAwLQhV2Cmj09pEC3PUxZiEbCMqFmVSw4y1FV-5XI7E27xoswjvPOHIiJcGtR7XMJma/s16000/BearLakeTrail9_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtckN52GzQizGiFoydBMkg42RTIFs90fXMAirksC9nsq7dQEfaf9CrEj5HrSdNZZkcgECRiYENFyXycUQJuH3MXv2tvXmZv7ZWlaOv8WbGH6wqwe6X-DX58yjZwRqK76YBSb9nZCN2dgNZ/s800/BearLakeTrail10_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhtckN52GzQizGiFoydBMkg42RTIFs90fXMAirksC9nsq7dQEfaf9CrEj5HrSdNZZkcgECRiYENFyXycUQJuH3MXv2tvXmZv7ZWlaOv8WbGH6wqwe6X-DX58yjZwRqK76YBSb9nZCN2dgNZ/s16000/BearLakeTrail10_1.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>The closer we get to Emerald Lake, the mountains look bigger and there are certain angles where one can pose and they would look right behind us.
As we reached Emerald Lake, it got very windy and cold. I would say since Emerald Lake is smaller and surrounded by mountains that were snow-covered during our visit, it looks more dramatic in pictures than the dream lake. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRNjqbbED-VfAlr0U3ikJeK9xStPggmpNPBQErJ2oB7IrrueT8VnSUqF24t8w-Xo9BvMB6jQY_ac6UOE2o7J788nmNyvHg4VTIeeR3AqDM3NYIaF8mJ7BVxWTYZPiKb1V3H2ZqU1IgpOT-/s1067/BearLakeTrail12_4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgRNjqbbED-VfAlr0U3ikJeK9xStPggmpNPBQErJ2oB7IrrueT8VnSUqF24t8w-Xo9BvMB6jQY_ac6UOE2o7J788nmNyvHg4VTIeeR3AqDM3NYIaF8mJ7BVxWTYZPiKb1V3H2ZqU1IgpOT-/s16000/BearLakeTrail12_4.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>The hues of Emerald lake are clear Emerald and I guess that's where it got its name from. The tree branches at random places make for a great photo op. We really liked how the sun played with the shades of green in the lake and make it sparkle! </div><div><br /></div><div><i><b> Facts:</b></i> Please do not feed crumbs to the blue colored bird that is very common in the area as they tend to follow people in hope and that's not a very healthy sign. I saw kids do that, and felt really bad, as bread ain't nice to the birds in the long term.
All in all, a must-do place!
</div>Ankionthemovehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975209562434289902noreply@blogger.com17tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7422094847023178256.post-48618627537720496622020-12-24T23:31:00.006+05:302021-01-09T00:33:35.569+05:30Rocky Mountain National Park | Hikes, Drives, CampingElks basking in Snowfall and Sunshine, the Blue and Emerald hues of the Alpine lakes, the Oranges of the Aspens still tugging at the trees while the snow engulfs it, the roaring unprecedented Snowfall at the Trail Ridge Road while we drive past in mist and fog, the howling of the winds and clear night sky at the <a href="https://www.recreation.gov/camping/campgrounds/232463"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><b><i>Moraine Park Campground</i></b></span></a> as we camped, and the great food at Estes Park. If Rocky Mountain National Park had a nickname for it, it would be an <i>'Inspiration' park</i>. <div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxfeDPmolCE87-gNwh_mIry-g8De-gkKYSkl2xLs7jVLNThu3xKJy9v1waXtij-uEmIq21Uf_qLxDpBwGnEYYIjSxPRL2ISo45Xgu9TK5n_0xY6oTSE-iAp_q01ZwyR1o3MmXFLCnsJuZL/s800/RockyMountain3_0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjxfeDPmolCE87-gNwh_mIry-g8De-gkKYSkl2xLs7jVLNThu3xKJy9v1waXtij-uEmIq21Uf_qLxDpBwGnEYYIjSxPRL2ISo45Xgu9TK5n_0xY6oTSE-iAp_q01ZwyR1o3MmXFLCnsJuZL/s16000/RockyMountain3_0.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7R1i_ltbz_nsV_-wsYoP1-rt_uAG3oUAeVzpB8G6z9jUCekbCuNUWScCO5ELl0whcpw6k_gvm_gqogbPe3gwdtUEgRbdIhRwYR1p2oxsdIA9XS9DqO18HnTtezMisISEQ-gcClDaCIAM3/s800/RockyMountain1_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj7R1i_ltbz_nsV_-wsYoP1-rt_uAG3oUAeVzpB8G6z9jUCekbCuNUWScCO5ELl0whcpw6k_gvm_gqogbPe3gwdtUEgRbdIhRwYR1p2oxsdIA9XS9DqO18HnTtezMisISEQ-gcClDaCIAM3/s16000/RockyMountain1_1.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div>
2 years back, when we had gone to <a href="https://www.ankionthemove.com/search/label/Glacier%20National%20Park"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><b><i>Glacier National Park</i></b></span></a> in Montana, we were all gaga over the humongous mountains, the unperturbed wildlife, and the various hikes there. Compared to that, my hubby had the same doubt that I had, <i>"Will Rocky Mountain cut it?"</i>.
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Drive from Silverthorne to Rocky Mountain National Park
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As we started our drive from Silverthorne to Rocky Mountain National Park, the surer we got that we have much more to see and experience than we had thought. Not only did we pass by randomly lined river basins but also witnessed morning smoke emanating from one of the rivers that gave us an idea of what the majority of Colorado was about.</div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6EbLY6cCWsgmXFYhfzuKb5HSmxeQ5Yqj-8ANPj1NrVNru6jl_l8SXZbToPQd5bB2jcLJ04IQvJfvveOxGxJF0fvuABqeohbhJurv2VDLFFamO-HAZ5KVbaXiwaJg0OwjC1DjybHxAYi1X/s800/Silverthorne0_1+%25281%2529.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg6EbLY6cCWsgmXFYhfzuKb5HSmxeQ5Yqj-8ANPj1NrVNru6jl_l8SXZbToPQd5bB2jcLJ04IQvJfvveOxGxJF0fvuABqeohbhJurv2VDLFFamO-HAZ5KVbaXiwaJg0OwjC1DjybHxAYi1X/s16000/Silverthorne0_1+%25281%2529.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1y2Cj4ZoXrF3a4dcIBF9iHzZI4HTUm1OX723p9Rre4vHQKLOQR0UDJZJlnN-Sr1mGX1CHMnv7OcrWY6PRUDerAlqlWU2siuz-7szcbo7CMjphdpPR9lUIqAwUwd5-15IkmA_1uEfmRzEf/s1067/Silverthorne1_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi1y2Cj4ZoXrF3a4dcIBF9iHzZI4HTUm1OX723p9Rre4vHQKLOQR0UDJZJlnN-Sr1mGX1CHMnv7OcrWY6PRUDerAlqlWU2siuz-7szcbo7CMjphdpPR9lUIqAwUwd5-15IkmA_1uEfmRzEf/s16000/Silverthorne1_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaVm0UHlEmGRlnxCgkyIjHXrriZzsfGctIo-CRPxd7RkLtKa7UObp7eWAMccgus4BJkgkicHoqjp-zrXB4dD8RzxFrAAaz23y9AgFdvVl1vqCUVclNETedmp_lwWE2rj5iKpatZ3z2iMXy/s800/Silverthorne2_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiaVm0UHlEmGRlnxCgkyIjHXrriZzsfGctIo-CRPxd7RkLtKa7UObp7eWAMccgus4BJkgkicHoqjp-zrXB4dD8RzxFrAAaz23y9AgFdvVl1vqCUVclNETedmp_lwWE2rj5iKpatZ3z2iMXy/s16000/Silverthorne2_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlVmI7fUKvHD1ymZmuK8qi1KQtpVg0vIOYJrsbD0qyRQkY52YYr7-v8PnsPamadn-tQlXXVPY9Ocj-tfedhzHoBJ-6j94ph6cmGt7TQHIS2OqQx6qTjibtAx-oP3H5Ehw0keKWOdvtf1Zv/s800/Silverthorne3_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhlVmI7fUKvHD1ymZmuK8qi1KQtpVg0vIOYJrsbD0qyRQkY52YYr7-v8PnsPamadn-tQlXXVPY9Ocj-tfedhzHoBJ-6j94ph6cmGt7TQHIS2OqQx6qTjibtAx-oP3H5Ehw0keKWOdvtf1Zv/s16000/Silverthorne3_1.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div>It was about experiencing the unpredictability, in a place so accessible that many chose to do vacation here. Further along the route, we passed through Grand Lake, where winds welcomed us, and even though our hearts were in trepidation if fires have had affected any of these routes, we sighed in relief when we saw the first entrance on RMNP. </div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVaQgTlS9ypbNvgRR2jmsijfNEVTAsSa-3we0QusSn7KxzZKMv4dA2O3lGsdsLueaqg84Q5kWgR4Dq8lZTGvcQukQITjqd3o0GpkkpHaB335oZL6ytfmXC86O2uoPam5og_i4ZfHfa7BLD/s800/Silverthorne4_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhVaQgTlS9ypbNvgRR2jmsijfNEVTAsSa-3we0QusSn7KxzZKMv4dA2O3lGsdsLueaqg84Q5kWgR4Dq8lZTGvcQukQITjqd3o0GpkkpHaB335oZL6ytfmXC86O2uoPam5og_i4ZfHfa7BLD/s16000/Silverthorne4_1.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i>The Grand Lake</i></div><br /><b><u>Trail Ridge Road in Snow </u></b></div><div><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div>As we reached the entrance, the ranger politely said to us that we need to hurry to our Moraine Park Campground before road closures at <a href="https://www.nps.gov/romo/planyourvisit/road_status.htm"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><i><b>Trail Ridge</b></i></span></a> due to heavy snow. We were caught unawares because as per Google, the possibility of snow at RMNP was meager at noon, but it ended up heavy snowing the entire day. <br /></div><div>
<br /><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGsfesajdiR6hB0PpEnWmCeoE0D1aSqSWhwTgEyJyr2VMEary3iZRSwtPo9Uj92vfL-Wb_5GbRatfNno147Kh3fc8FgnYeg4qCAoZt3NNc7CMfW6TdP99jwwtcaYP3lmFKimlD49jjhqXl/s800/RockyMountain4_0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiGsfesajdiR6hB0PpEnWmCeoE0D1aSqSWhwTgEyJyr2VMEary3iZRSwtPo9Uj92vfL-Wb_5GbRatfNno147Kh3fc8FgnYeg4qCAoZt3NNc7CMfW6TdP99jwwtcaYP3lmFKimlD49jjhqXl/s16000/RockyMountain4_0.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5CWfuBMLd4AnsRPHvDAAH-b0JY6KCXQrb1xLlvuJnDdVWioHbUmQo-AfMbVWsD07XsWQ3xZTsmIDLWRp-ysUSzSMJvocbJH5p-SFKDDLgB0K4IJUNJrO1OKCx4QmcMBMNFUH2MvZn8EPg/s800/RockyMountain2_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj5CWfuBMLd4AnsRPHvDAAH-b0JY6KCXQrb1xLlvuJnDdVWioHbUmQo-AfMbVWsD07XsWQ3xZTsmIDLWRp-ysUSzSMJvocbJH5p-SFKDDLgB0K4IJUNJrO1OKCx4QmcMBMNFUH2MvZn8EPg/s16000/RockyMountain2_1.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://www.nps.gov/romo/alpine_visitor_center.htm"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><b><i>Alpine Visitor Center</i></b></span></a></div><div><br /><b>Facts:</b> During our dates (11th Oct, 12th Oct), RMNP had limited timed entry. But since we had booked Moraine Park campsite, that part was covered. We just had to pay for the entry fees of the National Park. We did book our campsite a week before our visit. It was showing unavailable at all times but the more we refreshed the page and searched, we ended up finally finding one site and booked it. <br /><br />What we liked the most about the Trail Ridge Road was just how dense the forests got into the valley and just how scenic this route was. The drive into the trail ridge road during heavy snow at a higher elevation near the Alpine visitor center wasn't an easy feat. We couldn't stop at most vista points. Not much was visible anyway in the snow fog but we did see a few travelers struggling to catch a glimpse if they got lucky. Since we had to be on the East side of the park before closures, we drove without a pause. </div><div><br /></div><div>By the time we reached our campsite, the trail ridge road got closed not only for the day but stayed closed for the next 2 days. We had a pretty narrow escape at that. Thereafter, we ended up going to the Beaver Visitor Center located on the east side of the park after we set our camps. They suggested to us that we can head to Lily Lake trail if we wish to do it. </div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPggzwrKEV28ckgLKS9D0OJVZLTErvZ0ohSxyRO8eIUpdeDEqR0kIbGYrDaP0Pet9rP-oz7sbaiSZ0AE5ofZ-HadG2wjn-msJwIf9QY3A1qC_pj83RRfBCdIAAGXUItI7msroGcQj08j5C/s800/RockyMountain22_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPggzwrKEV28ckgLKS9D0OJVZLTErvZ0ohSxyRO8eIUpdeDEqR0kIbGYrDaP0Pet9rP-oz7sbaiSZ0AE5ofZ-HadG2wjn-msJwIf9QY3A1qC_pj83RRfBCdIAAGXUItI7msroGcQj08j5C/s16000/RockyMountain22_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg0lO8uVCogkyi4RTQauNvjybF9qXsFTWneCvLq2EKnmeK5wX_XH1QFM7dSQiOb_tDU3fvaKTsqE7rXYM3JhmWqf4asojKH5F4jWMMrAUnYkysskICKbM1QMHUDTUnjTN2jJI8q8Ou96c7T/s800/RockyMountain21_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPakzLffvHtT5AV399MfDbEh6WacEMHTS1oV3FJOMxytOo4_4dTKDVbvlK6voUAX6wWahCK72i5XH9g6QbQ6ds29mca9RC7LqjXR44VTpNG2z0Nma-XgncFnTJfk69p3iNl8brIrqJvBpu/s800/RockyMountain13_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgPakzLffvHtT5AV399MfDbEh6WacEMHTS1oV3FJOMxytOo4_4dTKDVbvlK6voUAX6wWahCK72i5XH9g6QbQ6ds29mca9RC7LqjXR44VTpNG2z0Nma-XgncFnTJfk69p3iNl8brIrqJvBpu/s16000/RockyMountain13_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><br /><b>Facts:<br /></b><br /><ol><li>No campfires were allowed at the time of our visit.</li><li>Estes Park Visitor Center remained closed on all days of our visit.</li><li>There were plenty of Elks in the area. The meadow near our campground had sightings every day.</li><li>Estes Park is a great area for good food (Notchstop bakery, Nepal Cafe were great!)</li><li>Lily Lake looks very different on non-snowy days. It is a popular site nonetheless.</li><li>Stop by to watch Aspen on trees during past fall/ fall on the route of the Lily Lake.</li></ol></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8XMakmXz_qAsTFfxxKRStnXxePT7RHYV8Z1qcfQxhr6vtOE_JF98USh07m0U9hBII6fd_ftcVN8yH9Sfsi5zuOAWnacoxU7N3dZRmUS7lwrVK_3gSYUevBykm1DNXy6YoDXa0PANn0ukd/s800/RockyMountain12_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg8XMakmXz_qAsTFfxxKRStnXxePT7RHYV8Z1qcfQxhr6vtOE_JF98USh07m0U9hBII6fd_ftcVN8yH9Sfsi5zuOAWnacoxU7N3dZRmUS7lwrVK_3gSYUevBykm1DNXy6YoDXa0PANn0ukd/s16000/RockyMountain12_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtKlQgeJSs9BrO0byJSCEJovaHyW7j-ImiJyybZxdxU2LCWkP-BqpG8OTcZhPutY9PKKaYGDq99u3B7Qw-oh4fgr3QPdCddXw9fngHRyN-WCDZoA0xWoCzJIHS-nFydzNpL28NNq4xeCqL/s800/RockyMountain11_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgtKlQgeJSs9BrO0byJSCEJovaHyW7j-ImiJyybZxdxU2LCWkP-BqpG8OTcZhPutY9PKKaYGDq99u3B7Qw-oh4fgr3QPdCddXw9fngHRyN-WCDZoA0xWoCzJIHS-nFydzNpL28NNq4xeCqL/s16000/RockyMountain11_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZYyRhvHqkM_7w5YjPHf36Zc-1lc6bTyzdCZKnvLynHihDO_0TMhWv6a7dMuHLJ0L1e5gaCeoIRYqi0uwZ_mAHlyHfcO-XeRTwimDuhkAx6jWBmhnuC85Sglv5UQbJgvqn3lvPitYrB1Fl/s800/RockyMountain10_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZYyRhvHqkM_7w5YjPHf36Zc-1lc6bTyzdCZKnvLynHihDO_0TMhWv6a7dMuHLJ0L1e5gaCeoIRYqi0uwZ_mAHlyHfcO-XeRTwimDuhkAx6jWBmhnuC85Sglv5UQbJgvqn3lvPitYrB1Fl/s16000/RockyMountain10_1.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /><b><u>Our camping experience at Moraine Park Campground </u></b></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1D6TS0U3Ehyphenhyphen5zFx0kUlq23i5nNeAuEvOfmwvOs_2enulKz1wpE8pVAkv6mFSXD52dLQRLiOk2dBIl9eVrdMRj8xlPbG8-zIvB_XOGGzs7bL3tYzOqRiG3OU2Q1IdjOaQP5sJ6AWLW3x3Y/s800/RockyMountain7_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg1D6TS0U3Ehyphenhyphen5zFx0kUlq23i5nNeAuEvOfmwvOs_2enulKz1wpE8pVAkv6mFSXD52dLQRLiOk2dBIl9eVrdMRj8xlPbG8-zIvB_XOGGzs7bL3tYzOqRiG3OU2Q1IdjOaQP5sJ6AWLW3x3Y/s16000/RockyMountain7_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGjvLxlpj7X5wThjFef2MrltHpNxfQ9g9M7-ESMxVo5feLJBBpQFV1qT4E1JYDhJ84mcrte9Kp7h2bFm0QceBYlkzyf9lKrCpQckqsIXYm77YgYK-SKyi0c9vuvdvzil5KSaETekpdN_LP/s1067/RockyMountain6_4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhGjvLxlpj7X5wThjFef2MrltHpNxfQ9g9M7-ESMxVo5feLJBBpQFV1qT4E1JYDhJ84mcrte9Kp7h2bFm0QceBYlkzyf9lKrCpQckqsIXYm77YgYK-SKyi0c9vuvdvzil5KSaETekpdN_LP/s16000/RockyMountain6_4.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOKe5qoJfZ0n1r5ZCTgLlAiYq3LK3PaSAdYg9Z49254FSf6GIt3MxVXkeV1Ws3eHqCMTfeJNaQrkIQkIQdZcBRf54ibFN25NuXkHmHpf2UqCDh7DGugiFFJsTktOcmUKIvPxhzQ3GaSUOS/s800/RockyMountain5_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiOKe5qoJfZ0n1r5ZCTgLlAiYq3LK3PaSAdYg9Z49254FSf6GIt3MxVXkeV1Ws3eHqCMTfeJNaQrkIQkIQdZcBRf54ibFN25NuXkHmHpf2UqCDh7DGugiFFJsTktOcmUKIvPxhzQ3GaSUOS/s16000/RockyMountain5_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>We camped at RMNP on the nights of 11th and 12th Oct, and if you ask me whether it is advisable to camp at that time or even this time of the year, I would suggest yes, and no. Yes, because it's very cheap and inside the park. No, because it depends on your temperature tolerance level to freezing temperatures at night. I would be lying if I say, the temperatures and the howling winds did not deter us. Admittingly so, these are part and parcel of camping but be sure to carry adequate blankets during this season. You may need it not only here but while camping at Great Sand Dunes. <br /><br /><b>Facts</b>: The good part also was, the toilets were clean. The campsite also had shuttle bus stoppages that took us to trailheads.<br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqiq5Tk6vsIWtYrX12mTM0jFYIrBZG7sbzHXjgqEPycqFZVFUQRUgkgh5h7tAzbq4eJGLwbtvJRBf54BrJvojfdVN1Tz4BVZk1yg3S1PIKVHbd28eP18CCUEf2QjdHthnDS4iwRnHcl0AB/s800/Silverthorne9_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqiq5Tk6vsIWtYrX12mTM0jFYIrBZG7sbzHXjgqEPycqFZVFUQRUgkgh5h7tAzbq4eJGLwbtvJRBf54BrJvojfdVN1Tz4BVZk1yg3S1PIKVHbd28eP18CCUEf2QjdHthnDS4iwRnHcl0AB/s16000/Silverthorne9_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPwQrTzuORBK6WeTkHMyD0Y44c-sKkhXG5J183F4IN2OClUSYkaO-AlgCZ_jumCaBqEkhTX3Vt3R_vPG7SUNGJQ-UAPifHiFG8OrIsV89iCTXZhyh2ZDy-yC-vcdmdzaCw5DLIjXgWyUTP/s800/Silverthorne8_0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPwQrTzuORBK6WeTkHMyD0Y44c-sKkhXG5J183F4IN2OClUSYkaO-AlgCZ_jumCaBqEkhTX3Vt3R_vPG7SUNGJQ-UAPifHiFG8OrIsV89iCTXZhyh2ZDy-yC-vcdmdzaCw5DLIjXgWyUTP/s16000/Silverthorne8_0.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBJyVtMJN_szgmTl64ugeOWnsI3AYLMODEF1pyPbaWyyMwEdeXefcd5TqB-fOASCoN-B4evZBA9a9S3o8oIS3mVhIqNTKO1o2XVI118MC1RfPNsnfSTj7FF5AxzUI1tDk_YGn3KQDJyUhM/s1067/Silverthorne7_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBJyVtMJN_szgmTl64ugeOWnsI3AYLMODEF1pyPbaWyyMwEdeXefcd5TqB-fOASCoN-B4evZBA9a9S3o8oIS3mVhIqNTKO1o2XVI118MC1RfPNsnfSTj7FF5AxzUI1tDk_YGn3KQDJyUhM/s16000/Silverthorne7_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />Ankionthemovehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975209562434289902noreply@blogger.com11tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7422094847023178256.post-24569536505979099882020-12-20T21:00:00.009+05:302021-01-27T16:58:04.129+05:30Silverthorne Colorado | Biking, Shopping<div><i>"A great thing that has come out from the pandemic is our ability to channel our soul into secludedness but also in finding alternate ways of travel such as biking."</i></div><i><div><i><br /></i></div>When my hubby's love for biking coincided with a location popular for outdoors, we knew we had chosen our first pitstop wisely. Between the Frisco-Vail 10 mile Recpath and the Lake Dillon Path, both of which were suggested by the local visitor center, we opted for Lake Dillon - the one that got most voted on from the online forum "<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/101904366900374"><b>See The USA Via Road Trips</b></a>" that also helped us tremendously before and throughout our Journey in Colorado. Find the map of Summit County Bikepath <a href="http://www.summitbiking.org/area_rides/rec-path-map.pdf"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">here</span></a></i><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhfB4cyLLSH8VN_UE45fl6xi12sU9Q9-DMhbOBcrdimin4ggvuyZg9GF_GKD0enAtjBMpVfcDsrqf6x-k4fdGR0QkNgxpEWaWkFtjIU6HVD4ugOMJgNTqiBkVup82DI_rMiwUn7lIpgJ5D/s800/Silverthorne18_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjhfB4cyLLSH8VN_UE45fl6xi12sU9Q9-DMhbOBcrdimin4ggvuyZg9GF_GKD0enAtjBMpVfcDsrqf6x-k4fdGR0QkNgxpEWaWkFtjIU6HVD4ugOMJgNTqiBkVup82DI_rMiwUn7lIpgJ5D/s16000/Silverthorne18_1.jpg" /></a></div><br />We also were enamored by the quaint and picturesque <a href="http://www.summitbiking.org/area_rides/rec-path-map.pdf"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><i>Summit County Bikepath</i></span></a> at Lake Dillon. Silverthorne stands at 9000 feet. The bike ride provided us enough zeal to continue forward with the rest of the day while our body was still adjusting to the altitude. Even though my hubby's plan was slightly ambitious to do the Loveland Pass on day 1, we did end up hearing out our bodies tired and gasping for breath and chose an easier and slow-paced ride. </div><span><a name='more'></a></span><div><br /></div><div>Hey! Do not forget to join my hubby on his passion for biking (<a href="https://www.instagram.com/outoninsta/"><i><b>@outoninsta</b></i></a>) where he has not only completed 100 continuous days of the ride but also has done nearby mountains and hills near New York and has also biked in honor of the doctors during the Pandemic. Meanwhile, I enjoy riding but very occasionally. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiICuGGr4wA8lKzswhpHxloI9SXhyphenhyphenlRPTlpJAAnUi-mG_Mhu7fJsSvVlp9yvRUP5QqMiWN2G3vx92Q39HP2hl1RybnZfnXSDxSoR9Bc1IV49cDJDEs4hV5VrardghcxlNFSzH2I_MvqCxiY/s800/Silverthorne11_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiICuGGr4wA8lKzswhpHxloI9SXhyphenhyphenlRPTlpJAAnUi-mG_Mhu7fJsSvVlp9yvRUP5QqMiWN2G3vx92Q39HP2hl1RybnZfnXSDxSoR9Bc1IV49cDJDEs4hV5VrardghcxlNFSzH2I_MvqCxiY/s16000/Silverthorne11_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRBLqonZi-ogeTFz0xder2HhyphenhyphenKKBPTJRXieBwOedky-U6iQrkl9s_sSYHFNzxdBinoM1saZGTpz3VmuloZ3ihI6uVWUBSVwaOmNG42itD-RvNZa1LL4aNhtdnuyC00KSgFajI9vcVD3dNi/s800/Silverthorne12_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiRBLqonZi-ogeTFz0xder2HhyphenhyphenKKBPTJRXieBwOedky-U6iQrkl9s_sSYHFNzxdBinoM1saZGTpz3VmuloZ3ihI6uVWUBSVwaOmNG42itD-RvNZa1LL4aNhtdnuyC00KSgFajI9vcVD3dNi/s16000/Silverthorne12_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>I would say Silverthorne turned out to be an excellent base for our initial two days. The outlet malls had a lot of outdoorsy branded shops such as <a href="https://www.pearlizumi.com/US/en/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><i><b>Pearl Izumi</b></i></span></a> and Columbia but also a plethora of other brands. The outlet malls were within 5 min of our hotel and we bought trekking pants for $29 from Columbia. Please note, that in this outlet mall the closing times of each shop is different. On our first day, we mostly had fumbled through the collection at shops and now it was the time to plan our day 2. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJxvrX92DVEajMfQRwl3DcA8XOEXlWR_RDeY2BN7iAhKtckF8x-3hGTTXh-0qxtBooCZ0QO6u33A3jmAmNwsUyX6O6h3BVZdyOfuip5Q6OkX55EClHNi0cpYralI2Az0fA_4g4JaRUtqWm/s1067/Silverthorne7_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiJxvrX92DVEajMfQRwl3DcA8XOEXlWR_RDeY2BN7iAhKtckF8x-3hGTTXh-0qxtBooCZ0QO6u33A3jmAmNwsUyX6O6h3BVZdyOfuip5Q6OkX55EClHNi0cpYralI2Az0fA_4g4JaRUtqWm/s16000/Silverthorne7_3.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>Interestingly, I found that since Colorado was part of the Gold Rush, the gift center at the Outlet Mall contained bottles of Gold.</div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTaFZeTFHCgjhbziDrPbHpQlKfdOrSaQUuJ-FnO_U_trgnHMdGpIZcxdEZFhC4NCN48LWMDzMeZjjA28ZtyCJkhUno9TnlZGBerdIgFh6mvcesZyapSwMz6XMhVJUIlCSKYS5ffYRHwNL9/s800/Silverthorne0_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgTaFZeTFHCgjhbziDrPbHpQlKfdOrSaQUuJ-FnO_U_trgnHMdGpIZcxdEZFhC4NCN48LWMDzMeZjjA28ZtyCJkhUno9TnlZGBerdIgFh6mvcesZyapSwMz6XMhVJUIlCSKYS5ffYRHwNL9/s16000/Silverthorne0_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP6bCgHWXgFT5Sooj-QCLTD44eNqQyr-sU1HIRlxqpcDH5rf9yL_quTMZxBecIRbybXcqGWXmdNsYpd0dD-5iYN6nxUlbCpIPm0Lw3joXnnTOTy9iB8cLQ4RDv3SR4ROFaMC0hH3Jp229u/s1067/Silverthorne1_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjP6bCgHWXgFT5Sooj-QCLTD44eNqQyr-sU1HIRlxqpcDH5rf9yL_quTMZxBecIRbybXcqGWXmdNsYpd0dD-5iYN6nxUlbCpIPm0Lw3joXnnTOTy9iB8cLQ4RDv3SR4ROFaMC0hH3Jp229u/s16000/Silverthorne1_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>On day 2, my hubby woke up with a headache and a slight sickness. That was the day he had planned biking on the Loveland Pass and had informed the bike rentals at Keystone. However, since both of us were displaying symptoms of slight altitude sickness which was very apparent we decided that we first eat at the local eatery at <span style="color: #2b00fe;"><b><i><a href="https://sunshine-cafe.com">Sunshine Cafe</a></i></b></span> which by the way, had wait times but the really creative decor and great food! Thereafter we will plan the rest of the day.</div><div><br /></div><div><i>It has become such fear in all of us, that even a slight blockage of nose or headache due to temperature and altitude change, made us think if we had caught Covid which really wasn't the case. We could have rested more.</i></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVnNaeyIsktZilhHczV6ZI7eq2B1rOYoAt-82A_POGlxWkMQC2vrzdV6bQYpv0xs2LCDFGlmN5Aqp5aY84OWm64XgDEx25d0xx54S8eaJGqupFqapJ79yz4zFxzWS8GudruJURFTXlTA8f/s1067/Silverthorne15_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiVnNaeyIsktZilhHczV6ZI7eq2B1rOYoAt-82A_POGlxWkMQC2vrzdV6bQYpv0xs2LCDFGlmN5Aqp5aY84OWm64XgDEx25d0xx54S8eaJGqupFqapJ79yz4zFxzWS8GudruJURFTXlTA8f/s16000/Silverthorne15_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcq8eiaky0TMnpp-Tpzq7i5g4MDH8Xenc2u46uyagMqQjDUKqbXoetOxFpGn6GUCxSHPNrP4nsPdOVRgEwqBJ-vfmrXpKj5tUmLBtFT2lwWa1vNnXL2xVRC8Ssd3YWIhjTZOV4Te7pRk-a/s800/Silverthorne17_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgcq8eiaky0TMnpp-Tpzq7i5g4MDH8Xenc2u46uyagMqQjDUKqbXoetOxFpGn6GUCxSHPNrP4nsPdOVRgEwqBJ-vfmrXpKj5tUmLBtFT2lwWa1vNnXL2xVRC8Ssd3YWIhjTZOV4Te7pRk-a/s16000/Silverthorne17_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBaMOYcZ-5_AwL6s_2apaz6Y7L5T0lePbmVcXsQri-uE1BKYT5-Wk7HzDU9B0PWPQ2b8zu5rLKCa2Dubgpaq4TY-udGpRlvrCQUhIfTgCXC1gJqnyoCTUylZnxYGPj2gwRd-o-F59qjA8D/s800/Silverthorne16_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBaMOYcZ-5_AwL6s_2apaz6Y7L5T0lePbmVcXsQri-uE1BKYT5-Wk7HzDU9B0PWPQ2b8zu5rLKCa2Dubgpaq4TY-udGpRlvrCQUhIfTgCXC1gJqnyoCTUylZnxYGPj2gwRd-o-F59qjA8D/s16000/Silverthorne16_1.jpg" /></a></div><div> Soup of the Day(Zucchini Cheddar) and local Trout at Sunrise Cafe was fresh and nice!</div><div><br /></div><div>Thereafter, we went to the Lake Dillon Biking rental and rented our bikes. I found that the lady at the Biking Rental wasn't well informed, nor did appear interested, all it felt to me was her job to handle our bikes and let go of us! Makes sense because that isn't a dedicated bike shop but a grocery shop that also rents bikes.</div><div><br /></div><div>We typically went towards the right side of Lake Dillon which was supposedly less steep but for me who is almost a nonbiker, required a lot of effort and also enough water to keep me hydrated. We both enjoyed the bike ride. A gentleman informed us if we go all the way and we are too tired to come back, the buses have latches to attach bikes and they can get us back. We did not go as far as the buses. 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Horseradish Vodka anyone?</i></div><div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvBouxqXaAQU0CMLG_uDqvDqu4KSoA2cHSrmnXPy7ub88EGx0Q5nVFcMF3SU_nfYIVCO7Yi2fklB9NNMVbA0zevWxYpx4MrS-JOk1ZIthsXm3EOZ2-x5BEQhlmOgK7qex-rXUSEPKifZVw/s800/Silverthorne14_0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgvBouxqXaAQU0CMLG_uDqvDqu4KSoA2cHSrmnXPy7ub88EGx0Q5nVFcMF3SU_nfYIVCO7Yi2fklB9NNMVbA0zevWxYpx4MrS-JOk1ZIthsXm3EOZ2-x5BEQhlmOgK7qex-rXUSEPKifZVw/s16000/Silverthorne14_0.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div><br /></div></div>Ankionthemovehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975209562434289902noreply@blogger.com9Silverthorne, CO, USA39.6296191 -106.071294112.936553185421321 -141.2275441 66.322685014578681 -70.915044100000017tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7422094847023178256.post-31431511839734110062020-12-04T19:53:00.003+05:302021-01-09T00:33:58.281+05:30Roadtripping Colorado | Was it safe during Covid-19?<i>It turned out that neither the pandemic nor the possibility of Smoke Haze deterred the travelers from coming to the state of Colorado. </i><i>Denver is the 5th busiest airport in the U.S.A, and to expect that the footfall will be lesser than expected during the long weekend of Columbus Day was too much to ask for. So yes, it was busy but in most places, we felt alright. The reason being most of our itinerary included outdoors and hiking and also because most places had mask mandate. </i><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIZswWqp6bXuFtZ8VlJX84KQ3GBS62IJYTlTUkCo77XSw71OtSswWsDnejSei40S6PEjIP5mzlUAQ9CRKP7ezI14TVP1VwEACkL20jTY0nCEUY2dKvkxE3pUsjEbhuHEW9C_tas5l43zgD/s800/Colorado13_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgIZswWqp6bXuFtZ8VlJX84KQ3GBS62IJYTlTUkCo77XSw71OtSswWsDnejSei40S6PEjIP5mzlUAQ9CRKP7ezI14TVP1VwEACkL20jTY0nCEUY2dKvkxE3pUsjEbhuHEW9C_tas5l43zgD/s16000/Colorado13_1.jpg" /></a></div><div> <i>Cars lined up during the sunset at the Great Sand Dunes National Monument. </i></div><br /><div><b><u>Here's what we had planned for our visit from Oct 9-19th 2020 and what we found out:</u></b></div><div><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; font-weight: bold; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidsTg_Lu715RlT7UiuaDY-sDJHFeEU_2wklojsPJcMeaSAtRg2vZf0sxBR4RgYXYQMIoLJgihVa8C-DMOwSlgWyhc0PlaowEBleNLzCW7kDgJM_X7XI2Eg1YO4nuH5YVGjBWFbzixui2Se/s800/DenverMap.png" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="475" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidsTg_Lu715RlT7UiuaDY-sDJHFeEU_2wklojsPJcMeaSAtRg2vZf0sxBR4RgYXYQMIoLJgihVa8C-DMOwSlgWyhc0PlaowEBleNLzCW7kDgJM_X7XI2Eg1YO4nuH5YVGjBWFbzixui2Se/s16000/DenverMap.png" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"><b style="font-weight: bold;"> </b><i> The map is approximate of our travel itinerary as two routes may currently be closed that we took Silverthorne - Grand Lake Entrance to RMNP and Independence Pass via Leadville. That does not show on maps currently. </i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><i><br /></i></div><div style="text-align: center;"><span><a name='more'></a></span><i><br /></i></div><u style="font-weight: bold;"><br /></u></div><div><ol style="text-align: left;"><li>We traveled from <b>Denver - Silverthorne - Rocky Mountain National Park - Idaho Springs - Aspen - Black Canyon of the Gunnison - Ouray - Durango Train Ride - Pagosa Springs - Great Sand Dunes National Monument - Denver.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicR-bJ7o1zgD0I8aefljcwoTbA4lNOadbTCd-niy8LCce8bEVNKJNcA8RKg7avNvICYUi-s-sxCeGQh6OZyJhiHzeVHZeiLy7Mx-f2quS6t8lAbUy4CgvvWpezPqvFCq5fGvtnuXID0xqR/s800/Colorado2_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEicR-bJ7o1zgD0I8aefljcwoTbA4lNOadbTCd-niy8LCce8bEVNKJNcA8RKg7avNvICYUi-s-sxCeGQh6OZyJhiHzeVHZeiLy7Mx-f2quS6t8lAbUy4CgvvWpezPqvFCq5fGvtnuXID0xqR/s16000/Colorado2_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /></b></li><li>According to <a href="https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/travelers/faqs.html"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><i><b>CDC guidelines</b></i></span></a>, Airports, Bus stations, Train stations, and Rest stops are all places travelers can be exposed to the virus in the air and on surfaces. Hence, we need to postpone all unnecessary travel or, we must take all precautions. Here, you can avoid Public toilets or be in masks at all times and sanitize frequently or better still land at an airport that's lesser crowded such as <i><b>Aspen, Telluride, Montrose, Colorado Springs,</b></i> somewhere in New Mexico, and then drive down. However, when traveling from New Mexico, you must be aware of the quarantine rules. </li><li>As soon as we landed, we boarded the shuttle bus to the <a href="https://www.alamo.com/en_US/car-rental/campaigns/rent-a-car-right.html?gclid=CjwKCAiA8Jf-BRB-EiwAWDtEGk-oXSavF0cv1uwXJzHpopW10FrzERQKr2yHI9kn9RCCUVWXokcgjxoCb_MQAvD_BwE&mcid=paidsearch:32964064&ef_id=CjwKCAiA8Jf-BRB-EiwAWDtEGk-oXSavF0cv1uwXJzHpopW10FrzERQKr2yHI9kn9RCCUVWXokcgjxoCb_MQAvD_BwE:G:s&s_kwcid=AL!4824!3!455852881166!e!!g!!alamo%20rental%20company!295480524!21729815244&campaignid=295480524&gclsrc=aw.ds"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><b><i>Alamo rental car</i></b></span></a> from the airport. The bus was clean and the masks were enforced. The bus comes very frequently, so if you see one gets crowded per you get into the next bus. At the rental company, all were in masks. </li><li>Our first stop was Silverthorne, where we stayed two nights. There is a big outlet mall in Silverthorne. Some shops in '<a href="https://www.outletsatsilverthorne.com/directory/"><i><b>Outlets at Silverthorne</b></i></a>' had a restricted number of entries, and others were not crowded at all. Also, the discounts were phenomenal at some stores due to less footfall. We got our Columbia Trail Pants for $29. We also did biking in Silverthorne, and we found that outdoors most people are careful enough not to get too close anyway. In Restaurants, people were wearing masks except when having food.</li><li>In most areas in <a href="https://www.nps.gov/romo/index.htm"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><i><b>Rocky Mountain National Park</b></i></span></a>, people were wearing masks. The rangers, the information center, the bus drivers wore masks too. We were surprised to see how well abiding people in Colorado were, that every time we would encounter another soul on our trail, both them and us would wear masks. The shuttle buses on the premises had mask mandate and there were compulsory gaps between seats. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI7bNcRk53gLWdS9hdrnBaCPEFmFIpu14YvEdGZd-chHjopxl1hOD8H0EKR_EX-OoHiPwoampwpRPiF9y0laQtkBBT0uJT3XqQCM_-i7-fOMhBEY9j_-BqW47i0_uY7o75LsIFXsUIyo27/s1067/Colorado5_3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhI7bNcRk53gLWdS9hdrnBaCPEFmFIpu14YvEdGZd-chHjopxl1hOD8H0EKR_EX-OoHiPwoampwpRPiF9y0laQtkBBT0uJT3XqQCM_-i7-fOMhBEY9j_-BqW47i0_uY7o75LsIFXsUIyo27/s16000/Colorado5_3.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiUWEuxJyPkMkyH1my3T70TKGnt9OIYDPQ1gbNAvfcL-3N9ILy-6s3bvewVHedlBBbkMd_5c4Nu9nh-qRgSqFAlzZw0Ho_jJSgIeeQsbG0OdRFVhF_0WVtmLmWrFRa0b-z8Xy0ZmbGOCUI/s800/Colorado4_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjiUWEuxJyPkMkyH1my3T70TKGnt9OIYDPQ1gbNAvfcL-3N9ILy-6s3bvewVHedlBBbkMd_5c4Nu9nh-qRgSqFAlzZw0Ho_jJSgIeeQsbG0OdRFVhF_0WVtmLmWrFRa0b-z8Xy0ZmbGOCUI/s16000/Colorado4_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /></li><li>Aspen, in particular, excelled with the mandatory mask mandate throughout the city. The shuttle buses had seat gaps, and the shuttle bus from Highlands Center to Maroon Bells had rangers counting the number of people and directing them to their seats. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpLE8l_RcdE3jqWDj5kJAskLzpyBWVG6EIFcJZ58A7hgZ2Nb-ury6ORANiNZRngARhQucCja-X_n46uwWxpH5JyeIMY1tNFB28yfR9ozyijuRH_QgJaXmkxCmN0BLI0GBrk3wipAyt40F-/s1067/Colorado8_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhpLE8l_RcdE3jqWDj5kJAskLzpyBWVG6EIFcJZ58A7hgZ2Nb-ury6ORANiNZRngARhQucCja-X_n46uwWxpH5JyeIMY1tNFB28yfR9ozyijuRH_QgJaXmkxCmN0BLI0GBrk3wipAyt40F-/s16000/Colorado8_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibhQ-wt55CodyX5SBHTEpmDQ4u6nzFPvKMovbLdlUjI_m4qfAcV8X7exnFTq6suVtxIYc7OBp3wTGMREgEVjs9V1Tk79olhNPfXS8MIeetJBecmIexlAVPlgy-lH5m3_zZHBHvH_OrXDpC/s1067/Colorado7_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEibhQ-wt55CodyX5SBHTEpmDQ4u6nzFPvKMovbLdlUjI_m4qfAcV8X7exnFTq6suVtxIYc7OBp3wTGMREgEVjs9V1Tk79olhNPfXS8MIeetJBecmIexlAVPlgy-lH5m3_zZHBHvH_OrXDpC/s16000/Colorado7_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTkwwtS4tTfccW_ZvkRQBSMTtowVt8A3UlSICKHjdNGhh3gfyZla7_r4L3qnCrlqx2q3pQqzQBH3Sx4uhqJOR8066rupwvZ0pYJ-SSSvLQTJBISLQ4vX3nw7u0oHdwE92xSg7TcaFhK5tI/s1067/Colorado6_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTkwwtS4tTfccW_ZvkRQBSMTtowVt8A3UlSICKHjdNGhh3gfyZla7_r4L3qnCrlqx2q3pQqzQBH3Sx4uhqJOR8066rupwvZ0pYJ-SSSvLQTJBISLQ4vX3nw7u0oHdwE92xSg7TcaFhK5tI/s16000/Colorado6_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /></li><li>Durango Train Ride had a mandatory mask mandate. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCtQxaGaPRYpj1r3W47nyvhX9SG_ca8cd7oo1ZyNQw-4EJq3hWtGq-ermwEuaFHul7oCJ0ITJzbpVu640UDTjv_CFoCv9uzTnHnXe7lcs0gdKxXM2nPsh8B95fzzJiTsnilFdcpHQuz4ke/s800/Colorado9_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhCtQxaGaPRYpj1r3W47nyvhX9SG_ca8cd7oo1ZyNQw-4EJq3hWtGq-ermwEuaFHul7oCJ0ITJzbpVu640UDTjv_CFoCv9uzTnHnXe7lcs0gdKxXM2nPsh8B95fzzJiTsnilFdcpHQuz4ke/s16000/Colorado9_1.jpg" /></a></div><br /></li><li>At Ouray, people were wearing masks in most places. Except inside the hot springs.</li><li>Due to the nature of the activity at the hot springs in the Springs@Pagosa Springs where there were several pools, and people needed to go from one to another, most people weren't wearing masks. If you wish to avoid infection, which we found could be contagious at Pagosa, avoid big Pools in Pagosa and instead go for secluded pools/hot springs during this time. We liked our pools at Healing waters and the spa where we stayed, however the experience at the Springs situated next to the river is unparalleled. </li><li>Great Sand Dunes had most people wear masks during trails, hiking, and camping. </li><li>We stayed at <a href="https://www.hilton.com/en/hotels/dencyhh-hilton-denver-city-center/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><b><i>Hilton</i></b></span></a> in downtown Denver, and the hotel had mask mandate and sanitizing stations. The restaurants in the city also had mask mandate although while roaming during the night, we found several homeless people on the street, which due to job loss during Covid-19 has increased and further has increased unpleasant activities across the capital.</li><li>We found that the airline had a temperature check and mask mandate.</li></ol></div>Ankionthemovehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975209562434289902noreply@blogger.com7tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7422094847023178256.post-70320712141590456352020-12-02T07:02:00.002+05:302021-01-09T00:34:08.098+05:30Frontier Airlines | Colorado in 40 Cents<div><i><br /></i></div><div style="font-style: italic;"><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx5xP6BTIZr-z62srsnHwry_OdRfZQrllMK93SSD-qBaans4TkDdqQhdWXeONoZzDn1ljKgdBdRde5AvfdrW9r2QUgIZZ-1fu4VMp_sXPZNCaZ8yAZ-2HKy2STyfsaisoxHa9SJMU89p01/s800/Frontier10.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="640" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgx5xP6BTIZr-z62srsnHwry_OdRfZQrllMK93SSD-qBaans4TkDdqQhdWXeONoZzDn1ljKgdBdRde5AvfdrW9r2QUgIZZ-1fu4VMp_sXPZNCaZ8yAZ-2HKy2STyfsaisoxHa9SJMU89p01/s16000/Frontier10.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> Flying is damn cheap this time of the year! But that wasn't why we flew...</div><i><br /></i></div><i>If it wasn't for winning the $300 Gift Voucher with <a href="https://www.flyfrontier.com/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><b>Frontier Airlines</b></span></a>, we could have never had dreamt of flying into Colorado during the testing times of Covid-19 and then road tripping across the state. Ranging from Snow to Hot Springs to Canyons to Sand Dunes, it took me by surprise how</i><i> underrated <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/101904366900374"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><b>Colorado</b></span></a> was and how well talked about in forums and groups. I was also so much at ease with their mandatory mask mandate in most places. Despite the fires that took off just as we left, we got lucky that we had a great time. Oh boy, Colorado turned out to be such a diverse state! </i><div><br /><b>
Could we have postponed this trip? </b></div><div><b><br /></b></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUBd5DFMscXj3eO8QfEllzBDX3vw1f1FGyJAHWCdodT-na0PJ3KxliNqAYSTHsVSNMHGpLkbz5u0aCSqMIMB5ccDn3fV8VjhmpuSsCkMlsXBgTOw0r6Ff5CL98-FsJslH-nmsoNqEz94ot/s800/Frontier2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgUBd5DFMscXj3eO8QfEllzBDX3vw1f1FGyJAHWCdodT-na0PJ3KxliNqAYSTHsVSNMHGpLkbz5u0aCSqMIMB5ccDn3fV8VjhmpuSsCkMlsXBgTOw0r6Ff5CL98-FsJslH-nmsoNqEz94ot/s16000/Frontier2.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> <i>Denver Airport was busy!</i></div><br />
Yes and No. You may call me a fool to be indulgent and taking this trip. But, with current visa uncertainties for immigrants on H1/H4 like us and recent predictions of Covid surges in winters, we took a chance to what was perhaps destined for long! And ended up paying just the extra 40 cents for our tickets :). Today, I am glad that I could be a guiding light for those planning their travel in the state in 2021 if all goes well.
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Why hope to me is all about taking more chances!
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By now, you must be astounded at our cheapest ever flight to anywhere. I still fondly remember it was one of those cold days in winters in November 2019 in Jersey, when <a href="https://www.facebook.com/flyfrontier"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><b><i>Frontier</i></b></span></a> had announced on Facebook that they would be starting their flights from Newark. To celebrate it, they had mentioned giveaways and contests on their page. As my curiosity would have it, I ended up going to the nearest location of the contest located next to our home at Port Imperial Ferry Terminal. </div><div><br /></div><div><div>Now, my friend and I have often debated in the past that some folks are born luckier. I believe that the more chances we take, the more choices we encounter and the luckier we get. I have never seen a 'no' as a hindrance, and it has worked wonders because unlike most people who believe all of this is a fluke or they aren't lucky enough, I think we all have free will and choices, and my life has been more series of wise choices than plain luck. </div><div><br /></div><div>I and my hubby are yin and yang. We are a great mix of practicality and imagination. I typically persist, and he gives in to my persistence & optimism on most days. </div></div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaenIRJ6eMNzwSyNsFXQUXqsz5WSaoeqQef9rNYLxhdbKJOo9UHwOMK-IZjrqjMOtRxWY8RqOyNuOqIoePYtwv6Y6h45dW9IJDz-5WCIBG4ZOKIpj_-7PFj8g4xvE21zLs6_sXGN43vGsR/s800/Frontier1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgaenIRJ6eMNzwSyNsFXQUXqsz5WSaoeqQef9rNYLxhdbKJOo9UHwOMK-IZjrqjMOtRxWY8RqOyNuOqIoePYtwv6Y6h45dW9IJDz-5WCIBG4ZOKIpj_-7PFj8g4xvE21zLs6_sXGN43vGsR/s16000/Frontier1.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjpBiMqkOAiEZZ1teUg5y7-buT52YdmjCECol3MvklyGn66hZH5fs_wffHAa1fNAorPwSG5p9hJsUr2LwMGPvy62WTUeC-gFq9XVNWkZX8dXH3IlE6c0BWIhwxnEpKgl2P0wJ1HfilKsPj/s800/Frontier2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgjpBiMqkOAiEZZ1teUg5y7-buT52YdmjCECol3MvklyGn66hZH5fs_wffHAa1fNAorPwSG5p9hJsUr2LwMGPvy62WTUeC-gFq9XVNWkZX8dXH3IlE6c0BWIhwxnEpKgl2P0wJ1HfilKsPj/s16000/Frontier2.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgunHn5XuVcJtQpJoAA_vob840ueWhrW0XbxK-VA6qLn-wmtaa7Cl1gpYyvszScXUK53QbA2VpNgw9gv79vKWPzMbJa2iu_2A_kMB7exwDjUGjNZZh7y-UdgF3P51dxnVMMqhD-f_9Py45i/s800/Frontier3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgunHn5XuVcJtQpJoAA_vob840ueWhrW0XbxK-VA6qLn-wmtaa7Cl1gpYyvszScXUK53QbA2VpNgw9gv79vKWPzMbJa2iu_2A_kMB7exwDjUGjNZZh7y-UdgF3P51dxnVMMqhD-f_9Py45i/s16000/Frontier3.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSX-VqMBjlyDoOvrp12Spw6yRbYPjNMIQ5unrno0CnRqALlCZZI9x6hY9a3qOndpYbdCqj_ne4ajYZ0w8L1gHX9SOeZLgU-NM7Z-gatvide_Pvmxq-K5Pdpq0tfEVqe16Kj6bL0NIUaood/s800/Frontier.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="600" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjSX-VqMBjlyDoOvrp12Spw6yRbYPjNMIQ5unrno0CnRqALlCZZI9x6hY9a3qOndpYbdCqj_ne4ajYZ0w8L1gHX9SOeZLgU-NM7Z-gatvide_Pvmxq-K5Pdpq0tfEVqe16Kj6bL0NIUaood/s16000/Frontier.jpg" /></a></div></div><div><br />
During this contest, when I went to the Ferry Terminal, they were having a cute game of collecting flying fake currencies in a booth type setup. I was drawn towards the excitement people had when many of them won gift vouchers based on how many they collected from the booth. I immediately participated and won $50. I called my hubby to come as soon as possible should he wins some. And he wins $250. That's a total of $300 gift voucher right away. Kudos to Frontier for coming up with such an idea!
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Now, this isn't very unusual for airlines to give giveaways or to have random sales. A friend of mine suggested to me a long time ago that I like all airline pages. Another friend of mine had flown to Guatemala for $1!
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My Frontier Experience
</b><br /><br />It's a basic airline that does its job from flying from A to B. Don't expect Treats and Plush seats from this airline, and you should be good. Usually, it is very cheap to fly with them but since we had booked just a week in advance and that too on a Columbus day long weekend we ended up getting a higher fare(still lower than other airlines) than usual which was around $115 round trip per person from Newark to Denver. So, here are a few things to consider: </div><div><br /></div><div>a) You are allowed to carry personal luggage for complimentary. However, carry-ons and check-ins are paid. We had to check-in our tent equipment and we paid for that.<br /><br />
b) You have an option to choose seats for a cost but we opted to not go for it. That worked great because when we web checked in 24 hours prior, we got our seats together in the airline free and preassigned.<br /><br />
c) There are no food services on the plane and since our flight was about 5 hours, we carried food from the airport.<br /><br />
d), Unlike international airlines, you will not be getting a mask kit on the flight. However, you are supposed to wear them. </div><div><br /></div><div>e) We had our flight arrive 30 min early than the destined time and our luggage arrived safe and undented.<br /><br /><b>
My Past Frontier Experience
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Not up to the mark past experiences often let us judge any airline unfairly. Till about a year back, I was hesitant about flying them, even when Billings and Bozeman in <a href="https://www.ankionthemove.com/search/label/Montana?max-results=12"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><b><i>Montana</i></b></span></a> had the cheapest fare during TBEX i.e $100 round trip, and even when my friends flew to Cancun Mexico for very cheap in them. The reason being, my first winter flight from <a href="https://www.ankionthemove.com/search?q=milwaukee"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><i><b>Milwaukee</b></i></span></a> to <a href="https://www.ankionthemove.com/search?q=vegas"><span style="color: #2b00fe;"><b><i>Vegas</i></b></span></a> with Frontier made us wait forever at the airport due to snow accumulation at their gates. None of the crew had any idea when it would get resolved. Our return flight also was canceled without informing us and we ended up paying 3 times more on a last-minute airline flight. That left us sore and raged. But that was then in 2015. Things may have changed.<br /><br /><b>
Should we be flying Frontier again?
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Of course yes, it is cheapest on most routes and now with Southwest charging way extra than they used to be, it is a good alternative option.
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Thankfully Frontier was considerate towards us during these times and extended the validity of our coupons from July 2020 to 2021, and that enabled us to explore Colorado in Oct. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfL5qCYfS7Vcajvq1VoY-OwjcXHDTamIJ_3-IZjX7HH3g5e2K1WOS60i5JXQBMQ_RfT79Tp-DMxDWUlXbPp7oyW1o7A3RiNh5o0yTE22IUh2rHRuZjWsCI-LtNkmH6q7NVBqO4SCSdoptj/s800/Frontier4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhfL5qCYfS7Vcajvq1VoY-OwjcXHDTamIJ_3-IZjX7HH3g5e2K1WOS60i5JXQBMQ_RfT79Tp-DMxDWUlXbPp7oyW1o7A3RiNh5o0yTE22IUh2rHRuZjWsCI-LtNkmH6q7NVBqO4SCSdoptj/s16000/Frontier4.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> <i>Denver Airport is so huge, that we have to take another shuttle train to the baggage.</i></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBrm4phaSWkQObvIyPgDQ3pIok9NNSC3bpaetZtzgCq1kKn4O2-EvGY2BcCz0CDJ8enZFLIegR3oYkx_x0FVZ4R_GxzUsJSPgmav5C2IXWr_MLjMI5pdbozO4-9KuWMg-I3fSsrcokYdcq/s1067/Frontier3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1067" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjBrm4phaSWkQObvIyPgDQ3pIok9NNSC3bpaetZtzgCq1kKn4O2-EvGY2BcCz0CDJ8enZFLIegR3oYkx_x0FVZ4R_GxzUsJSPgmav5C2IXWr_MLjMI5pdbozO4-9KuWMg-I3fSsrcokYdcq/s16000/Frontier3.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> <i>Self-Checkout at most places is an added convenience. </i></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXMfB80ownFn_-aAK_ict0kqjo_niIcHtkOlit7b7X4VIIHliEE5HsFC23ZUdmMGxSbEbHnAL7hzvan692peshAg6xy8Qtldzh3FQdSPgEEFYSGsmtLHI1kIy8V73JzOYlUgDBOzo79WGR/s800/Frontier8.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgXMfB80ownFn_-aAK_ict0kqjo_niIcHtkOlit7b7X4VIIHliEE5HsFC23ZUdmMGxSbEbHnAL7hzvan692peshAg6xy8Qtldzh3FQdSPgEEFYSGsmtLHI1kIy8V73JzOYlUgDBOzo79WGR/s16000/Frontier8.jpg" /></a></div><div style="text-align: center;"> <i>We rented our car at Alamo. Shuttle buses to the rentals run to-fro from the Airport. </i></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8T2zrzrj19sv0zDR1fD7j7hwF7OD4b4KRr0Dzb5ymvZrvMhRXbc6a83397Z7xpguPLUpQEAoC6RAsHnyOl2hpSdkRrvdXr09VpnfTWv2nREi0390o8rCtMmUmLUJCTjfCW1lzIN9QJvqJ/s800/Frontier9.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj8T2zrzrj19sv0zDR1fD7j7hwF7OD4b4KRr0Dzb5ymvZrvMhRXbc6a83397Z7xpguPLUpQEAoC6RAsHnyOl2hpSdkRrvdXr09VpnfTWv2nREi0390o8rCtMmUmLUJCTjfCW1lzIN9QJvqJ/s16000/Frontier9.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><i>Let's start with Denver, shall we?</i></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /></div>Ankionthemovehttp://www.blogger.com/profile/02975209562434289902noreply@blogger.com3Denver, CO, USA39.7392358 -104.99025113.082656275378454 -140.146501 66.395815324621552 -69.834001tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7422094847023178256.post-12075088600645757962020-09-06T22:02:00.005+05:302021-01-09T00:34:28.284+05:305 Reasons Why I Fell in Love with Kerala | Human by Nature If there was one place where moments have transcended time and again to a laid-back sojourn, it has to be in Kerala. If 'Home Away from Home' had a name, where one yearns to belong even after a single visit - short or long, that slowing down to reflect is Kerala. <div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKx4TX0rwAifsvHSqr2GVRtg7USmpnqxapzSRXaF2j46iGxsgrV19uNiX5ByVWfK6nF70LFuVfRVqzIRHuK6yy5UT158q8swzqoSMjef19yYhBthy-dJAMp-HxnhTe2OyJftNdSZa-G-Pl/s800/allepey.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Alleppey Boating" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgKx4TX0rwAifsvHSqr2GVRtg7USmpnqxapzSRXaF2j46iGxsgrV19uNiX5ByVWfK6nF70LFuVfRVqzIRHuK6yy5UT158q8swzqoSMjef19yYhBthy-dJAMp-HxnhTe2OyJftNdSZa-G-Pl/s16000/allepey.jpg" /></a></div><div><br />
During the pandemic of 2020, we have acknowledged that human connections matter to our souls. Travelers are often not only part of an ecosystem of change but are also contributors to the livelihood of the locals who have 'all that is theirs to give' with a smile. Interestingly, Kerala surprises me on its ability to surpass struggles with collective bonding whether it is by offering help by the fishermen - the unsung heroes of Kerala during the floods of 2018 or by locals during the recent plane crash. The famed Snake Boat Race in Alleppey is also a witness to coordination with grace. </div><div><br /></div><div><span><a name='more'></a></span>
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So, when <a href="https://www.keralatourism.org/"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Kerala Tourism</span></a> approached me on this unique campaign 'Human by Nature' that focuses on a fascinating interplay of nature and humanity, I jumped into it right away. Kerala also popularly known as “God’s own country” is globally loved. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjda8j21Jy7tBMOOQC-6Hz1P-EnVuXkkbLXeje_MaDplWIyfDGJsMkahrQJNui_6MtSDAhbdkyP0n5-I_bGWUJZ26gp5Sz0ejZHfuU3hUK4jFwk8Jk9WkAIJYncwNhie01Y-qBv6RVukrJ-/s800/KeralaTourism_Instagram_0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kerala Tourism Instagram" border="0" data-original-height="577" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjda8j21Jy7tBMOOQC-6Hz1P-EnVuXkkbLXeje_MaDplWIyfDGJsMkahrQJNui_6MtSDAhbdkyP0n5-I_bGWUJZ26gp5Sz0ejZHfuU3hUK4jFwk8Jk9WkAIJYncwNhie01Y-qBv6RVukrJ-/s16000/KeralaTourism_Instagram_0.jpg" /></a></div><div><br />
The video below focuses on how mundane can be extraordinarily beautiful - thanks to the people and the god gifted nature. </div><div><b><center>
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My post today contains stories by people, from people including me for who Kerala remains special and why:
</b><br /><br /><b><u>1. The Calm Backwaters of Alleppey
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Alleppey holds a dear place in my heart. The gentle lapping of water surrounded by the swaying palm trees, the floating leaves & swimming ducks, our Shikara passing through narrow canals and lagoons, and the unique perspective of village and paddy fields from the water gives it a larger than life aura. I would say its rightly called "Venice of the East" but greener and more dynamic. </div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj06gDu40P-cRyEd2T3AJbXJdHxM6LEjCGK3PzlY6lRp44986hxUYPrwSyh13UmBVBZqzYLh3SXOa_ZvD4doxkpV3Gp42Sbpbm1zMGLUgfLHsT8UNUwt-y30rA24v8DnFNudC383B36iQFl/s800/Alleppey0000.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Alleppey Backwaters" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj06gDu40P-cRyEd2T3AJbXJdHxM6LEjCGK3PzlY6lRp44986hxUYPrwSyh13UmBVBZqzYLh3SXOa_ZvD4doxkpV3Gp42Sbpbm1zMGLUgfLHsT8UNUwt-y30rA24v8DnFNudC383B36iQFl/s16000/Alleppey0000.jpg" /></a></div><div> </div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBTLzJtizFhT5wLT3oMk_j_HA-QczjRRkrTyzq8NkZFY94UbNC7RM9DI9YFd6iyd_cQfoxR5efBnVLlRc7bxEDs6pPbhJl4meep0k0E-QTJXfxhx6iH55_21jJDlvIP1vrW-ZJ6UOZEwe2/s800/Alleppey2_0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Backwaters of Alleppey" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBTLzJtizFhT5wLT3oMk_j_HA-QczjRRkrTyzq8NkZFY94UbNC7RM9DI9YFd6iyd_cQfoxR5efBnVLlRc7bxEDs6pPbhJl4meep0k0E-QTJXfxhx6iH55_21jJDlvIP1vrW-ZJ6UOZEwe2/s16000/Alleppey2_0.jpg" /></a></div><div><br /></div>
The highlight of our Shikara ride was when our Boatman docked it in a village situated on the bank of the backwaters. It was where I held an eagle on my hand. Our ride continued with being served freshly fried Karimeen fish onboard. </div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUFB7DuuKJnvO84CgqS-R0HRiwlb4wV_MCMRZerIA83KX8U-G4VKyCmNpx1FK29vGA4v1V42KsyoCuUEIe5aCjWO4IdtK39zrOT8Yib1l5o6qiuMC006-reHdvnnzj85hJiMj674ATeuHR/s1200/Allepey01_4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="People of Alleppey" border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1200" height="534" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjUFB7DuuKJnvO84CgqS-R0HRiwlb4wV_MCMRZerIA83KX8U-G4VKyCmNpx1FK29vGA4v1V42KsyoCuUEIe5aCjWO4IdtK39zrOT8Yib1l5o6qiuMC006-reHdvnnzj85hJiMj674ATeuHR/w800-h534/Allepey01_4.jpg" width="800" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg29PYMNfqJdJBg-cNcSyG1s8T49EEY9GClWqessk41Y7C-aJzl7r-IPQF_4y32GvQBCpTXfdh24zac8gpzE-9GNFOt4cAT-8gEnRjDNvWxaQHPTnKtWgww15BkoFrxhVl5y75Q3jMlq7G1/s800/Allepey02.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="People of Alleppey Backwaters" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg29PYMNfqJdJBg-cNcSyG1s8T49EEY9GClWqessk41Y7C-aJzl7r-IPQF_4y32GvQBCpTXfdh24zac8gpzE-9GNFOt4cAT-8gEnRjDNvWxaQHPTnKtWgww15BkoFrxhVl5y75Q3jMlq7G1/s16000/Allepey02.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQJ4UM_YtjUbLKKoQXflTSXxNrdbiKX__ZLvOzFL3O2CKi__wWmomBuolbASLjE4JwKd3QLUGKIbz0ICLDPERK26MZ6aoRLlAWAMTsz1k1GwTPcaf7i2TqcNv-UhuOIhx7aEPIse4-_wEC/s800/Alleppey03.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Boating in Alleppey" border="0" data-original-height="505" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiQJ4UM_YtjUbLKKoQXflTSXxNrdbiKX__ZLvOzFL3O2CKi__wWmomBuolbASLjE4JwKd3QLUGKIbz0ICLDPERK26MZ6aoRLlAWAMTsz1k1GwTPcaf7i2TqcNv-UhuOIhx7aEPIse4-_wEC/s16000/Alleppey03.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif67bu5ZvKzS8NFP6CkOqUgTFOpix6tziPsP0FlHCBOMxg_JkU2x6-xGmWTdbRTDx5LYKRlyHWiDKXMcx5MZG1-aEpKH0m28yYCepJqONR48mMY2GQJLysE2NhMKAiJE2D_uzlGbKqffiP/s800/Allepey04_1_0.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Fish from Kerala" border="0" data-original-height="585" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEif67bu5ZvKzS8NFP6CkOqUgTFOpix6tziPsP0FlHCBOMxg_JkU2x6-xGmWTdbRTDx5LYKRlyHWiDKXMcx5MZG1-aEpKH0m28yYCepJqONR48mMY2GQJLysE2NhMKAiJE2D_uzlGbKqffiP/s16000/Allepey04_1_0.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div>
My beau and I were enthralled as we lived a dream without the noise of the outside world with emerald waters surrounding us and fish in our plates. I wish we had Toddy (a local drink) to complete the moment
<br /><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ-1UL8bjY9Hf6vlopQfj5Ki0aDnT_JQVbjWC0vxQ_RZRItObLHAJN40wJW4PQAN-0bKMQUC6J1-QFlAAJ9qyXMAN79ijhtc0wjjXL3iVzs7FHXwrgFwkVLMlhyphenhyphenlRNihsxe3-MsEF4t9dt/s1200/Allepey05.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Alleppey Houseboat Experience" border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="1200" height="534" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiZ-1UL8bjY9Hf6vlopQfj5Ki0aDnT_JQVbjWC0vxQ_RZRItObLHAJN40wJW4PQAN-0bKMQUC6J1-QFlAAJ9qyXMAN79ijhtc0wjjXL3iVzs7FHXwrgFwkVLMlhyphenhyphenlRNihsxe3-MsEF4t9dt/w800-h534/Allepey05.jpg" width="800" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>My folks have often raved about their houseboat experience. So, whether it's mundane or luxury, Alleppey has your back.</i> </td></tr></tbody></table><div style="text-align: center;"><br /></div></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMMq66Ivqpgbb2LknEswVy3R9cSmTM48BQuDLaGJKqudyMHiboT3-q1qP5frlT2Io_X4c6a5B-6d5dbEenyHt1W5S5IEhFDRKWoICLnFeZphOT25mK6dBhLDRimUoXDRSwnQn3xa9Ia3Jw/s960/Human+By+Nature+01.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Human by Nature" border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="679" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiMMq66Ivqpgbb2LknEswVy3R9cSmTM48BQuDLaGJKqudyMHiboT3-q1qP5frlT2Io_X4c6a5B-6d5dbEenyHt1W5S5IEhFDRKWoICLnFeZphOT25mK6dBhLDRimUoXDRSwnQn3xa9Ia3Jw/s16000/Human+By+Nature+01.jpg" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>This pic on "Human by Nature" talks of everyday commute in Alleppey which is a mix of regular and irregular people while life happens all around. </i></td></tr></tbody></table><div><br /><b><u>2. Tea and Kathakali in Munnar
</u></b><br /><br /><a href="https://www.ankionthemove.com/2012/07/munnar-travelplacesphotosvideos.html">Munnar</a> is a euphoria that brings out the lovey-dovey in everyone. While my parents were charmed by idyllic tea plantations, my brother and I were awed at the sight of elephants taking a bath in the Periyar River. </div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmxhrt1Qd-D2U43Asgd8eXDz94kHHeUeZUhUbFajEM_YqD1H-uxWElAmR7iSOPyPlczFNF8cR_5xaJbedj33vQJAL6-2sxp_PxMSw28JNs-8TZVoNi0lrvWaGgc9r0TaCTG7h634MEzKwD/s800/Munnar17_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Munnar Tea Gardens" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjmxhrt1Qd-D2U43Asgd8eXDz94kHHeUeZUhUbFajEM_YqD1H-uxWElAmR7iSOPyPlczFNF8cR_5xaJbedj33vQJAL6-2sxp_PxMSw28JNs-8TZVoNi0lrvWaGgc9r0TaCTG7h634MEzKwD/s16000/Munnar17_2.jpg" /></a></div><br />
The panoramic view from the top station, the vendors selling quail eggs, the random Cheeyappara Falls, and the quaint echo lake was cherry on the cake. No wonder it bagged the <a href="https://www.keralatourism.org/newsletter/news/2017/munnar-best-romance-award/1908">best romantic destination</a> by Lonely Planet in 2017. </div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4ZAXt06J664mw-bb4jExDg0tsDvGdIHmSBUgcvRjqL4vgNptyBCJBYlBqhaK0abp-oNMIdaZVYuKXuNw269eDlb1Ork-x-1IygqRAH9TDc0cLgF7C6RPQXLuo1pL4EUN0FdUp_aTBN8VG/s800/Munnar2+copy+2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Munnar Hills" border="0" data-original-height="533" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEj4ZAXt06J664mw-bb4jExDg0tsDvGdIHmSBUgcvRjqL4vgNptyBCJBYlBqhaK0abp-oNMIdaZVYuKXuNw269eDlb1Ork-x-1IygqRAH9TDc0cLgF7C6RPQXLuo1pL4EUN0FdUp_aTBN8VG/s16000/Munnar2+copy+2.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbibE67Mc7DBytwzr0MlYZFjJXg0uoIOmB_daOmDfhPIA6w8hl6tLPe3RQBQ4BbK3CkzAFM4XeefEp-fk8bxfwyD2eI9b06QPLd9zGk-CyGODpcOD-S0zRl8FlmfEEoUFD3QE2xbjQ8RH7/s800/Munnar13_4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Munnar Tea" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgbibE67Mc7DBytwzr0MlYZFjJXg0uoIOmB_daOmDfhPIA6w8hl6tLPe3RQBQ4BbK3CkzAFM4XeefEp-fk8bxfwyD2eI9b06QPLd9zGk-CyGODpcOD-S0zRl8FlmfEEoUFD3QE2xbjQ8RH7/s16000/Munnar13_4.jpg" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBKoV4ZQ7XrdZyRPybg_qA6cuueSWeNBQVP54NMtOiQUskSjZA_8kNklqDGSyJko-xjw0g6Lf5rVmpIrDbOwWxbxLk-WDt2cRu2TyF383eOHFBsrFCrYBjgaVtwEbmigXvLiGJm8RvwZbw/s800/Munnar11_4.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Munnar Food" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhBKoV4ZQ7XrdZyRPybg_qA6cuueSWeNBQVP54NMtOiQUskSjZA_8kNklqDGSyJko-xjw0g6Lf5rVmpIrDbOwWxbxLk-WDt2cRu2TyF383eOHFBsrFCrYBjgaVtwEbmigXvLiGJm8RvwZbw/s16000/Munnar11_4.jpg" /></a></div><br /><div>My video on Munnar: </div><br /><center>
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My aunt, Madhu Prasad who visited Kerala last year says, "<a href="https://lockhartteamuseum.business.site">Lockhart tea estate</a> is a 100-year-old functioning tea estate that brags of orthodox tea making methods that use buds. We saw various stages of tea processing, from leaves being picked to packaging. We even got to see the shooting of a Malayalam movie on-site". </div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmZszObo5vEbhvxNRtG0Jpl-MWrmCce-OfV827xERC8LTdXvRZIGl97C9Lkn87gaof9fzxsEbZ8x3EWsMNQPiBJhiNmBjr3xhvHSVFzueJS91L9IrOg2I_O0H4jpzOtIa1Vl3pGVZjNKTG/s800/Munnar_Tea_Leaves.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Munnar Tea Leaves Processing" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhmZszObo5vEbhvxNRtG0Jpl-MWrmCce-OfV827xERC8LTdXvRZIGl97C9Lkn87gaof9fzxsEbZ8x3EWsMNQPiBJhiNmBjr3xhvHSVFzueJS91L9IrOg2I_O0H4jpzOtIa1Vl3pGVZjNKTG/s16000/Munnar_Tea_Leaves.jpg" /></a></div> <br />
She continues, "In Munnar, we saw the backstage preparations of <a href="https://www.facebook.com/pages/category/Performance-Art-Theatre/Kalarikshethra-1633286986920678/">Kathakali dance</a>. It takes hours for them to put on the makeup and the costumes are so heavy you have to wonder how they can even move in them, let alone dance. They are mostly male dancers even though they perform roles of both males and females. It's a wonderful experience " </div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7bMMfzgIcwk1JiUjCNOnMYUDprkow4eoGXcymWc8lCTD0sb_h4fTwaXKpB4afFLP0ByN0Y5QaRbZOVAuyNH7lho4G9DKksni8ornJNgRKZUf_En-st717idIBYmPrifsz415_nFfc7d4o/s800/Munnar0.JPG" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kerala Kathakali Dancers" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg7bMMfzgIcwk1JiUjCNOnMYUDprkow4eoGXcymWc8lCTD0sb_h4fTwaXKpB4afFLP0ByN0Y5QaRbZOVAuyNH7lho4G9DKksni8ornJNgRKZUf_En-st717idIBYmPrifsz415_nFfc7d4o/s16000/Munnar0.JPG" /></a></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR2WFptqRbvmKc2thvNfHCsH0WVRCP3sb_YfnQ_Ed9wlk5lOIxrb1GbYbsKHP2F5xLFWkSaPKsYJFequbHrjWzdVuDDoximwZNJ0lfVb-XpzdXUg5BOARd2M4SvnsxLdQh4I470n9vCah4/s960/Munnar1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kathakali Preparations" border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="720" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhR2WFptqRbvmKc2thvNfHCsH0WVRCP3sb_YfnQ_Ed9wlk5lOIxrb1GbYbsKHP2F5xLFWkSaPKsYJFequbHrjWzdVuDDoximwZNJ0lfVb-XpzdXUg5BOARd2M4SvnsxLdQh4I470n9vCah4/s16000/Munnar1.jpg" /></a></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTfG1cLpZ3nuobdxvy5j3aetRB-1RWPm22Ql9FUqOiGlHkXPpUkIjca3Qqk8yg9ss3thQQE-fhbGUYALPuZ_5hAJAk9sv5uxZakvLdZMnYa0BxyD_qoNG_S2kOPJ544drsM2sC27gy-ZSL/s1200/Munnar14_1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kathakali Behind The Scenes" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="1200" height="384" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjTfG1cLpZ3nuobdxvy5j3aetRB-1RWPm22Ql9FUqOiGlHkXPpUkIjca3Qqk8yg9ss3thQQE-fhbGUYALPuZ_5hAJAk9sv5uxZakvLdZMnYa0BxyD_qoNG_S2kOPJ544drsM2sC27gy-ZSL/w768-h384/Munnar14_1.jpg" width="768" /></a></div><br />She further continues on Organic Spice Village, "We were amazed to learn that some trees provide multiple spices since the fruit is one spice, the leaves another and the bark third.” </div><div><br /></div><b><u><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLfKd-TiUgljdCDWZ17EnR9K4iotBjSp8yFyNM5qdYz9kERt6JTfZA7Mt_1FA89RHwmFLZCPoPwqK1LbRCdf9lOxPZjoSfbdG_jk29IXlsOLMUfewELfqKgUwjclc3fmDGd3eWTuIwNAoK/s800/spices_2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Kerala Spices" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiLfKd-TiUgljdCDWZ17EnR9K4iotBjSp8yFyNM5qdYz9kERt6JTfZA7Mt_1FA89RHwmFLZCPoPwqK1LbRCdf9lOxPZjoSfbdG_jk29IXlsOLMUfewELfqKgUwjclc3fmDGd3eWTuIwNAoK/s16000/spices_2.jpg" /></a></div><br />3. The layered sensibility of Cochin </u></b></div><div><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_2EeHhJIVFiqw2AeYYcZydzs0rrIYpHDo0OV_nf-vVanpobzwXVDzjvN9GDbM2wNX9KB_tAgEuIUkPR24um2lXeOqEclkAyu_kqMbP8QFIP8Zrl5sPm6mD43NoVHSiVLf260SO1uzmlvT/s800/Fishing+nets+fort+kochi.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Cochin Fishing Nets" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEg_2EeHhJIVFiqw2AeYYcZydzs0rrIYpHDo0OV_nf-vVanpobzwXVDzjvN9GDbM2wNX9KB_tAgEuIUkPR24um2lXeOqEclkAyu_kqMbP8QFIP8Zrl5sPm6mD43NoVHSiVLf260SO1uzmlvT/s16000/Fishing+nets+fort+kochi.jpg" /></a></div></b><br />
The photographers' favorite Chinese Fishing Nets can be best captured when the nets triangulate the sea amid the amber colors of Sunset. During afternoon hours, Fisherman demonstrates the age-old traditional method of catching fish for a fee. </div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZXDnPvXWmKqxVHhzDvwkbK6Mo85h2NkYhfRcskfRlv1za-TE5WoFdpsC7_K9DOBs84EXcXab_6GuY-qkBYYJk8aa1s5qy-RNMFopyMae4aYDO0PlkjzLB58cl7kwhoMiszUAWWjAd7Fya/s1000/Cochin1.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Cochin Fishing and Antiques" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="1000" height="480" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEgZXDnPvXWmKqxVHhzDvwkbK6Mo85h2NkYhfRcskfRlv1za-TE5WoFdpsC7_K9DOBs84EXcXab_6GuY-qkBYYJk8aa1s5qy-RNMFopyMae4aYDO0PlkjzLB58cl7kwhoMiszUAWWjAd7Fya/w800-h480/Cochin1.jpg" width="800" /></a></div><br />
A short walk from Chinese Fishing Net is Princess Street. These alleys are great walkaways with Dutch Portuguese Style buildings influenced by European settlement. It also has cafes, shops, and restaurants. </div><div><br /></div><div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPYJPdKQcRhLnQxixka709ULMLm2psoVe-pHC6TQbN_933WfhEvg8_QhUQB2Kj9tbeemkZy7E1UEaQ_PNfE3WvyTyn0xS2wwPlObmWwpwSOB01ufDGx0DtyH06Ew78RvZHO3GpNqpLhkWs/s800/cochin1_1.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Cochin Biking" border="0" data-original-height="624" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiPYJPdKQcRhLnQxixka709ULMLm2psoVe-pHC6TQbN_933WfhEvg8_QhUQB2Kj9tbeemkZy7E1UEaQ_PNfE3WvyTyn0xS2wwPlObmWwpwSOB01ufDGx0DtyH06Ew78RvZHO3GpNqpLhkWs/s16000/cochin1_1.jpg" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Cochin can be enjoyed on a bike, and watching the transition of traditional meeting modern is riveting! </i></td></tr></tbody></table><div style="text-align: center;"> </div></div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXUCysozQefehz2r8UAZjzn2SnKt6a6OblU-FrhXK21WzXD5_dcQkcOL_zjSDPMbxjGkClTazzX1tXLHf8vNWHF_8IoN4c5vtRCjgVFeLLk22mPpueUXJOrKq9uYtN95VsfyLUgVhyphenhyphen-Cju/s800/IMG_4705+Mattancherry+Palace+Museum%252C+Kochi_1.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Cochin Palace" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiXUCysozQefehz2r8UAZjzn2SnKt6a6OblU-FrhXK21WzXD5_dcQkcOL_zjSDPMbxjGkClTazzX1tXLHf8vNWHF_8IoN4c5vtRCjgVFeLLk22mPpueUXJOrKq9uYtN95VsfyLUgVhyphenhyphen-Cju/s16000/IMG_4705+Mattancherry+Palace+Museum%252C+Kochi_1.jpg" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>Mattancherry Palace (Famous for Murals) </i></td></tr></tbody></table><div><br /><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi49bWeitSQ0f7dyTfYIT05zLpi3OeZQ9SSXxfVLkSt-EVw4KrJVoqL2vSbdjX4_jV0MYndZRVr2lCrGTNQuG-BmNswhd75d7seW6wfXQB5ZP5Q8wvHxiQROCRr3PsIGpb5HpxOgyOUJ3fA/s800/IMG_4663_1.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Laser Show in Cochin" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEi49bWeitSQ0f7dyTfYIT05zLpi3OeZQ9SSXxfVLkSt-EVw4KrJVoqL2vSbdjX4_jV0MYndZRVr2lCrGTNQuG-BmNswhd75d7seW6wfXQB5ZP5Q8wvHxiQROCRr3PsIGpb5HpxOgyOUJ3fA/s16000/IMG_4663_1.jpg" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i style="text-align: left;">The laser show in the park by the water is great! </i></td></tr></tbody></table> <br /><b><u>4. The Unique Museum in Kerala </u></b></div><div><b><u><br /></u></b></div><div><b><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMn05issAt3mndZ6kqCYt0MoXTl48Ix4pVfWHaEajxA0MV658lxX1q-g_Wy2xX6LOQSSJTzBXs95JEEiHPQDBGfJlxhC_EvJ27qxFOe6-jGOmywkwJyJENCb8adWEhAo1weWSjQSDYJK-A/s800/Museum.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Museums in Kerala" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjMn05issAt3mndZ6kqCYt0MoXTl48Ix4pVfWHaEajxA0MV658lxX1q-g_Wy2xX6LOQSSJTzBXs95JEEiHPQDBGfJlxhC_EvJ27qxFOe6-jGOmywkwJyJENCb8adWEhAo1weWSjQSDYJK-A/s16000/Museum.jpg" /></a></div></b><br />
My aunt says, “Revi Karunakaran Memorial Museum was spectacular. He was a successful industrialist in the Coir Industry and his family collected artifacts from around the world. The museum consists of items made of ivory and has the largest private collection of Swarovski crystals outside of the Swarovski company. They also have a large collection of Jade, Porcelain, and Tanjore paintings. We found this place unique because this was the first museum where we were asked to remove shoes before entering it.”
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Kerala is known all over the world for ancient Ayurveda and Wellness. My friend, Nivedith (#Macrotraveller) says, “I had an opportunity to visit Kairali Ayurvedic Healing Village in Palakkad in Kerala and they have treatments for all kind of issues in a very organic way using Ayurveda as the base and I tried the Ayurvedic Therapeutic Massages which is very rejuvenating.” </div><div><br /></div><div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidsPfQFa1NZLN6r4kwWL-bmAemJqSo22P9khEBX95mqs5rGgzAJm9DSO6hGgEuZh6b4kUghcWDBM_0s-GHznDmeccQ_FKtifqapvEOylhYJ6kt4Ihwo0EX3mViOT4EyUwg530kyOmi7dV1/s800/Wellness.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Ayurveda in Kerala" border="0" data-original-height="600" data-original-width="800" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEidsPfQFa1NZLN6r4kwWL-bmAemJqSo22P9khEBX95mqs5rGgzAJm9DSO6hGgEuZh6b4kUghcWDBM_0s-GHznDmeccQ_FKtifqapvEOylhYJ6kt4Ihwo0EX3mViOT4EyUwg530kyOmi7dV1/s16000/Wellness.jpg" /></a></div><br />
Kerala is also known for its high literacy rate. </div><div><br /></div><div><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCeyJYvANR7btx77eqoOsNr3agqtsF7DxDcTucnGcu-K3vpnM8z044aOrzGNcPk-gzixOT9tSYev2cT9fhWA9YsLJqqtI-ja56lKIl5wUDeJLOq34tAcD0If93m7_v-3u2xOORMzEbNtN9/s960/Human+By+Nature+03.jpg" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img alt="Human by Nature" border="0" data-original-height="960" data-original-width="679" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEiCeyJYvANR7btx77eqoOsNr3agqtsF7DxDcTucnGcu-K3vpnM8z044aOrzGNcPk-gzixOT9tSYev2cT9fhWA9YsLJqqtI-ja56lKIl5wUDeJLOq34tAcD0If93m7_v-3u2xOORMzEbNtN9/s16000/Human+By+Nature+03.jpg" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;"><i>This picture by "Human by Nature" depicts Tribes of Wayanad in the wild but also showcases kids going to school and travelers in awe. A wonderful blend of progressive thoughts and deep roots. </i></td></tr></tbody></table><br />
My words fall short when describing Kerala. Often, I have felt humbleness not only flows through common people but also eloquently rich temples such as <a href="https://www.ankionthemove.com/2012/01/kovalamtrivandrumphotosvideos.html"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Padmanabhaswamy Temple</span></a>. </div><div><br /></div><div> <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH2N_GJzUk8eoqZCG8hAF4BHTh1guGsO0Wfcy57BTdb7cpued807Vrph2jXVLErhyOAKye2_eD13Cf5bnDQbusWF_jmksVh5Ro84gT-LoIFWb2eRfS7bTkJAzf1MCrhPKL5XKTfnu609TT/s800/padmanabham.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Padmanabhaswamy Temple" border="0" data-original-height="800" data-original-width="616" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhH2N_GJzUk8eoqZCG8hAF4BHTh1guGsO0Wfcy57BTdb7cpued807Vrph2jXVLErhyOAKye2_eD13Cf5bnDQbusWF_jmksVh5Ro84gT-LoIFWb2eRfS7bTkJAzf1MCrhPKL5XKTfnu609TT/s16000/padmanabham.jpg" /></a></div><br />
This post would be incomplete without mentioning my Keralite friend Stella McGovern for who and her family Kerala is a way of life in Tellicherry, famous in the USA for its black pepper. </div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1uTXL8RQiswF1V1BLj0f4MAQwF4NwVjWfIqkPFOp5se3TMlct0vSJdNUtc_mxLVe4_rCzOgzXl4RlW06bZP_ZvW8MI9ap4ZCuVJrH9w_CrRhrDdHLnyap1rBY3Gip4RdiywJKHXiyjsrP/s1244/Kerala.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Tellicherry People" border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="1244" height="448" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh1uTXL8RQiswF1V1BLj0f4MAQwF4NwVjWfIqkPFOp5se3TMlct0vSJdNUtc_mxLVe4_rCzOgzXl4RlW06bZP_ZvW8MI9ap4ZCuVJrH9w_CrRhrDdHLnyap1rBY3Gip4RdiywJKHXiyjsrP/w796-h448/Kerala.jpg" width="796" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIBXgu8RQLXBw3VE8b3HM89Z6CWwQxmPDV-I0JAEjMrWpi0-aIBUkbuwcYN_9PvN9PC3MoWNYJuCpl4LeD9p_vC6XaKreKmtEUYfFqPKfZ0JG_5ibWvhUMfgDfEoQbXhSZzeSQ50ZEVxJS/s1244/Kerala2.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Tellicherry People" border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="1244" height="448" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhIBXgu8RQLXBw3VE8b3HM89Z6CWwQxmPDV-I0JAEjMrWpi0-aIBUkbuwcYN_9PvN9PC3MoWNYJuCpl4LeD9p_vC6XaKreKmtEUYfFqPKfZ0JG_5ibWvhUMfgDfEoQbXhSZzeSQ50ZEVxJS/w796-h448/Kerala2.jpg" width="796" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfyC84yb47OqbKXWGqMyNpLaUr26Va0dsvVF-WZ96-cnf9WQqT_09f-c4keDUw_RTs86ryPxdbn0dRowZGPw8ozAhAwy-r1-Hw6xnV0urKlFvVW9MSyePRX1Bk5eHaGfhyLUE_R5ZhGN7o/s1244/Kerala3.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Tellicherry People" border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="1244" height="448" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjfyC84yb47OqbKXWGqMyNpLaUr26Va0dsvVF-WZ96-cnf9WQqT_09f-c4keDUw_RTs86ryPxdbn0dRowZGPw8ozAhAwy-r1-Hw6xnV0urKlFvVW9MSyePRX1Bk5eHaGfhyLUE_R5ZhGN7o/w796-h448/Kerala3.jpg" width="796" /></a></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTeq_cRxFXor5BFiTO9jKoQ-zTnA3wfMISeuWGFIGnR_GukZylpp1puSKGWiKRz-mwgGf5WskfbEk-qBs0tIo_c2zt3Whencd1QPIl_r9_1IasduC__0E8KqAhfUB-igKg02Oek3UWaRLT/s1244/Kerala5.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img alt="Nature in Tellicherry" border="0" data-original-height="700" data-original-width="1244" height="448" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhTeq_cRxFXor5BFiTO9jKoQ-zTnA3wfMISeuWGFIGnR_GukZylpp1puSKGWiKRz-mwgGf5WskfbEk-qBs0tIo_c2zt3Whencd1QPIl_r9_1IasduC__0E8KqAhfUB-igKg02Oek3UWaRLT/w796-h448/Kerala5.jpg" width="796" /></a></div><div><br />
Happy Onam everyone. I hope the traditional feast of Onam Sadhya served in Banana Leaves delights us. The latest visuals by <a href="https://www.facebook.com/keralatourismofficial">Kerala Tourism</a> tells us that thankfully we aren't missing much!
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<i>"Last month on the 11th of June, I took Air India’s Evacuation Flight / Vande Bharat Flight / Repatriation Flight from Washington DC(IAD) To Delhi (DEL) on a VBM flight and further onwards to Patna(PAT) on a Non-VBM flight. My journey was due to a very personal loss as my father had passed away on the 9th and I am extremely grateful to the Consulate General of India, Air India, BJANA(Bihar Jharkhand Association of North America), and the Facebook forum SOS Global Indians by Michael Khanna for bringing me home at such short notice during the pandemic of Covid-19. "
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<i>Picture of my friend Itishree and her family on VBM Phase 1 (JFK to BLR), Check her experience story at the end.</i></div>
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Facts: </b>Vande Bharat Flights are released in Phases. So here's a list of Phases we have or had:
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We are currently running on Phase IV.<br />
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I hence would like to help many people as possible through this blog post where not only will I share my own experience but also another experience of my friend and also would love to hear your comments and doubts should you have any.
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I would also like to mention here that the rules have been constantly changing during these times depending on the situation, the lockdown, the number of COVID cases, etc. I could have penned it all earlier, but I was in a state of shock, and my family and other priorities took preference over blogging.<br />
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<i>First of all, please do not take these flights unless there is an emergency. Seats are very limited, and as responsible humans, we must give preference to people who have died in the family, medical emergency, pregnancy, visa expiry issues, etc. A few cases have been such that people have booked flights just for the sake of traveling and then did not travel, hence losing the seats to someone more worthy of it. We are in the middle of a pandemic and travel without reason can wait. A few people have been frowning on why isn’t Government taking everyone back, which in the case of limited seats and flights comes to a matter of preferences and priorities. The Government is doing the best they can. Yes, there is a scope of improvement still, that we are talking about...</i><br />
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<b><u>Here’s a brief video of me at IAD Airport thanking the Indian Embassy for all their support:
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<b>Despite the costs, the journey is worth it in case of an emergency, and here’s how you can avail it.
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<li>First Fill the Registration Form on the Indian Embassy Website: <a href="https://www.indianembassyusa.gov.in/reg_indian_nationals"><span style="color: blue;">https://www.indianembassyusa.gov.in/reg_indian_nationals</span></a>. Fill out the relevant reason by selecting from the dropbox at the registration form. Once you have registered, you will get this confirmation on your email from Washington.gov.in. I got it in my spam folder. Keep it as a printout or on your phone for reference purposes at the Airport. Also, keep in mind once you fill the registration form once and submit it, you will not be able to resubmit it under the same passport number in case if you want to change the reason. For example, in my dad's case, I had entered Medical Emergency when my dad was in ICU, but I wasn't allowed to change it again from the website when he died. So I had to <a href="https://www.indianembassyusa.gov.in/extra?id=60"><span style="color: blue;"><i>contact the numbers</i></span></a> provided on the website for a change of reason. </li>
<li>Since June 8th, the Embassy had let go of the previous lottery system and now you can book your tickets directly on Air India. List of the current VBM flights are here <span style="color: blue;"><a href="https://www.mea.gov.in/phase-4.htm">https://www.mea.gov.in/phase-4.htm</a></span></li>
<li>However, my experience with <a href="http://www.airindia.in/"><span style="color: blue;"><i><b>Air India</b></i></span></a> on both their website and their app hasn’t been so great. If your case is not an emergency case where you can wait for your travel, you may probably find available dates after a few weeks. Some people managed to book flights after weeks, and sometimes even refreshing the page or opening in the incognito or booking through app changes the availability. Most of it was showing sold out for travel within a week on a few sectors that I searched on. It was a tough cookie to reach to Air India, as they weren’t picking up calls, and the mails were not responded and here in NYC, Air India office was closed during my travel due to Curfew and Lockdown. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<li>There is also an Emergency Number on the Consulate Website. During my time, no one was picking up on the Emergency number and we were suggested to call on another number in a recorded message and once I did get a call from them in a few hours and it was suggested to me that I fill out the registration form and I have to book my flights on my own. I was also told about the mandatory quarantine in Delhi.</li>
<li>However, even then I wasn’t able to book the Air India flights. It was then, I joined the Facebook forum "<a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/852555798595476"><span style="color: blue;"><i><b>SOS Global Indians</b></i></span></a>" that had helped me tremendously, thanks to the suggestion of the group by one of my friends Itishree who had traveled via Lottery System in May. She suggested that reading comments in the group or finding answers were very helpful which I found was. This group is a hit!</li>
<li> I hence, requested the members if they know anyway where I could get flight tickets asap. Among the many comments that I received which gave me hope that people are still able to book their flights on their own, the comment from <a href="https://bjana.org/"><span style="color: blue;"><i><b>BJANA</b></i></span></a> stood out where they reached out to me directly.
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<li> I have had never interacted with BJANA before, and I am extremely thankful for their unconditional help. It was because of them that they reached out to the embassy and informed me that I need to decide within 10 min between two flights: IAD(Washington Dulles International Airport) - DEL(Delhi) scheduled to fly on the next day or JFK (John F. Kennedy New York) - MAA(Chennai) on the day after. I was a little hesitant to go to IAD as we had to rent a car during Corona and drive for 6 hours before landing at the Airport from New Jersey, but we had no choice. I was hesitant on landing at MAA(Chennai) because I had heard that Tamil Nadu required e-pass.</li>
<li>When I told him my decision that I am willing to fly the next day from Washington, I got a mail from Embassy for the undertaking and was also send a mail for Consent for ticket booking on a special flight. Thereafter, the consulate called, and gave me condolences and also answered my query on quarantine which she had said, that it is mandatory but at the discretion of the officer there if he can help you give home quarantine at home state instead. I found her to be extremely compassionate and well-spoken on the phone. </li>
<li>The story does not end here. Once your payment with Air India is successful, you get a payment successful email. However, I hadn't gotten the ticket till the day of my flight. So things are very uncertain and unorganized in this sector, where I had to call Air India on the day of my travel, and ask them am if I in, or am I out? If I am in, where is my ticket or confirmation of the ticket? My friend's ticket also arrived very last minute.</li>
<li>How much luggage should you carry? Since everything was very last minute for me, I couldn't pack as much as I wanted, and ended up carrying a big check-bag with just 13 kgs of weight. It also helped me though, when taking an onward domestic flight. You may need to confirm weight limits from the airline itself.</li>
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Surprisingly no. After watching tons of Bollywood movies, I had the impression that Evacuation Flight would run free. However, this repatriation flight named Vande Bharat is 3 times the cost of the general fare, and the price for my flight began at $1398 for a one-way flight to Delhi. I have heard that the rates have changed since then but I am not sure. I have also heard that a few other Airlines than Air India may be allowed to <a href="https://in.usembassy.gov/u-s-citizen-services/covid-19-information/"><span style="color: blue;"><i><b>fly starting from the end of this month</b></i></span></a>. I can't vouch for this information, but if other flights are allowing you to book and if you are not in an absolute hurry, maybe you can try them as well.<br />
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I cannot vouch for this information, but some people told me if I could get my COVID negative test lab report in advance, they might exempt me from institutional quarantine when I land. I quickly reached out to <a href="https://www.hobokennj.gov/departments/mayor-ravi-bhalla"><span style="color: blue;"><b><i>Mayor Ravi Bhalla</i></b></span></a> of Hoboken NJ on this vague information I got from somewhere, and he responded that I could get myself tested at a few centers. When I called these centers, I was informed that the test results take time ranging from 3-5 days. Since I did not have so much time with me then, I chose to not go ahead with it.
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It is my personal opinion but I would highly suggest wearing the normal surgical/cloth mask over the N95. The reason being, some airports require us to walk for a long while or climb upstairs, or tag along with luggage for a distance. Moreover, you will be inside the plane for 13-14 hours which is a long duration for wearing an N95. In that case, the likelihood of getting nauseous or unwell is more. Also, carry hand sanitizer, it is more essential in the airports than anything.
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<li>There are no inflight services provided inside the flight. There wouldn't even be television. The food provided also is very basic so if you wish to carry more, maybe you can. I would suggest keeping the masks on you at all times because there are many passengers on the flight. Although for our safety purposes, the middle seats are kept vacant.<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b><u><span style="background-color: #cfe2f3;">LANDING, IMMIGRATION, GROUPING BY CISF, COVID TRIAGE FACILITY
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<li>As soon as you land, you will go through regular immigration keeping social distancing intact. I narrated my incident there but still was stamped "Quarantined at Delhi" on my form. The CISF personnel later told me, that there would be another officer at the end, to who we can request and it would be at his discretion.
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<li>After the immigration, you will be divided into groups and each group will have a CISF. The idea is to not get the airport crowded, and hence seats are provided with social distancing within the enclosure from point A to B. They would call your group numbers and make you move from one enclosure to another. There will be a few halts before you reach the baggage and at each enclosure, you will be said to sit for some time before the next group proceeds. Make sure you are in your group allocated. As you reach the baggage counter, make sure to collect a trolley to carry luggage, because even till the exit there are many stops. This part at the airport is very well managed. It takes time but is well maintained. </li>
<li>Thereafter, when you exit, you will all walk towards COVID Triage Facility with CISF in the lead which is the building opposite the airport. Now, here inside everything was very hotchpotch. You are required to download the <a href="https://play.google.com/store/apps/details?id=nic.goi.aarogyasetu&hl=en_IN"><span style="color: blue;"><i><b>Arogya Setu app</b></i></span></a> and your temperatures are checked. You can keep your luggage at the side, and either you will be quarantined in Delhi which in most cases was or you can request the officer inside(for death, pregnancy, medical emergency, etc). <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<li>The problem here is the staff or the guards in the facility isn't very co-operative, there is no social distancing maintained, and they tell you to choose the hotel for quarantine unless you speak for yourself and say, <i>"No, you want a home quarantine in your state..because...and hence I would want to talk to the officer"</i>. There is just one door from where they let the people for hotel quarantine form a line and go and the people who might want to meet the officer and that's where the confusion is, as emergency cases are not given preference here which should be. </li>
<li>However, once the initial chaos gets over, the officer inside was very considerate in my case and other few relevant cases. Even though I did manage to get a letter from someone already before as CISF personal had suggested, he told it was not needed as they are allowing everyone with these conditions board the next flight whether VBM or non-VBM. All they needed from me was a death certificate, and passport so that they could make copies and then I was good to go. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<li>As I said, the officer was really sweet and kind. We even talked about my father etc. I think now they have a system where you can mail them these documents in such cases prior. </li>
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<b><u>Facts: </u></b>Keep the buffer of at least 7-8 hours after your land. The entire process from immigration to grouping to baggage collection to COVID facility took me overnight i.e 8 hours. If you do have an onward journey on a non-VBM flight and you have booked not keeping this buffer in mind, then you may be at trouble because domestic is also slow.<br />
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<b><u>MY FRIEND ITISHREE'S EXPERIENCE ON VBM PHASE I (JFK - BLR)
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Itishree, who is one of my friends, took the Evacuation flight a month before me on VBM Phase 1, and here's her experience:
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"We were all set to come back to India as per our plan but unfortunately, India announced its lockdown due to COVID-19 just 4 days before our scheduled flight. We were stuck there for 2 months until the evacuation flight started. We registered ourselves in the Indian embassy to get a chance to travel back. We were waiting for our luck to shine as the next process was completely depending on the lottery system.
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We were desperately waiting for a call from the embassy but it was vain in the first phase. We were sad and frustrated as India was continuously extending the lockdown period and 2/3 repatriation flight was operating from New York in each phase. On the other hand, the joining date of a new job in India was approaching and we were maxing out our visa period. We wrote lots of emails to the embassy, consulate, and did a lot of phone calls but nothing worked out. One fine morning we messaged consulate general new york, fortunately, he understood our case and consider us to take the next scheduled evacuation flight which was on 25th May. We got a selection email but that was not the end of our misfortune, did not know whether we are traveling or not as we didn't receive any info about our tickets before 24 hours of departure. The price of the ticket was three times more than regular tickets. At least we manage to get tickets last night before 25th May. Within a few hours, we managed to vacate and reached the airport.
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We reached the airport at 7 am as departure was at 11.We saw many lottery winners having their mask on, were standing in a big queue. The line was moving very smoothly. First, we got our temperature checked then one photographer came, took some pics of my kids and ours.we completed all our immigration check by 8:30 am and waited there for boarding. Boarding started bunch by bunch around 10/10:15 again with a temperature check. All flight attendants were in a PPE suit, very less contact with passengers.we found food packets and water bottles on our seats along with masks, hand sanitizer, and face shield. Food was quite enough though I had carried a lot of food as I was traveling with kids.food was okay having veg burgers, a lot of snacks, juice. We also found all other passengers were fully prepared for food and entertainment as there was no entertaining system available.
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Our flight was to Bengaluru via Delhi so it halted for some time for Delhi passenger to get off. In the meantime one of the passengers had fainted, the flight took off after doctor visit and clearance to take off. Anyway, we reached Bengaluru in time, what a great relief for us after so many ups and downs.
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It was already mentioned to us that all international passenger has to go for seven days of hotel quarantine. We selected a 3-star hotel near our home. After several temperature checking and filling declaration forms at the different places in the airport we were taken to the hotel by the government bus escalating by police we reached the hotel around 11 o'clock in the night. In the hotel, all our luggage got sanitized and again after temperature checked we did check in to the hotel. We had a good sleep after all these turmoils of getting repatriation flight to reach India.
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Here I need to thank the Indian government for providing evacuation flights for Indians stranded in the USA, though the process was complicated and bit harassing. Maybe it can be managed in a better way but anyway my flight experience was good."
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<b style="background-color: #cfe2f3;">WHY WE NEED TO KNOW THE STATE RULES…</b>
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We need to be aware of the state quarantine rules before boarding our flight. Before boarding the flight as I was researching a lot online, I managed to get a list of nodal officers of each state, however, another friend of mine who is a lawyer suggested that this list contains generic numbers which were available for migrant workers and hence may not work at this time. He suggested that I get in touch with Bihar Bhawan in Delhi which I did but it wasn't of much help to me in a short period. Tamil Nadu requires an e-pass, Bihar has other rules, etc.
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If you are landing in Delhi and that's your final port of arrival, then you have a mandatory quarantine in Delhi. If you have booked any other flight than the Vande Bharat Flight for an onward domestic transfer separately, then also your final port of arrival in Delhi, and in that case too you will be institutionally quarantined at Delhi barring those 4 clauses where we can talk to the officer in the end. Anyone can talk to the officer, but by my experience there, I was seen only these 4 cases were entertained, and rest all were hotel quarantined for 7 days. Your experience might differ, and that would depend on officer discretion and change of rules.
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However, if you have an onward domestic transfer as a Vande Bharat Flight from Delhi then you will be directly transferred and you will quarantine at your final destination. For example, if you book a direct Air India Flight from JFK to Bangalore via Delhi on a Vande Bharat Flight then your final destination or final port of entry is in Bangalore.
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<li>If you are in a non-VBM flight and they have already allowed you home quarantine for your state, you will need to go from COVID Triage back to the domestic departure. What they are doing at domestic departure is, at the exit they make you fill the health undertaking form(which I would suggest, do not fill as of yet). They are sanitizing your bags with a liquid, and hence be careful to not put your bags in such a way that it could get wet. I accidentally put my backpack on the ground, not knowing that it had a pool of sanitizing liquid so it got a little wet and I got annoyed. I would also suggest carrying sturdy bags/hard cases because in domestic sectors they are sanitizing with a liquid and also on the baggage collection counter, the rail is wet so to avoid stains, etc best to carry sturdy cases.
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<li>Thereafter, they will check your ID card from inside the booth. Then you proceed in. Inside, if you are taking an onward Air India flight, it is very confusing how many times they make you fill the health undertaking form. Hence, the form that you get outside was of no use to me, as the Air India required us to scan the QR code at their entry point. So what you do is, scan the QR code on your phone which will redirect you to health undertaking form. </li>
<li>Then fill the form online and show the confirmation on your mail at the entry point. I found it very weird because I believe not everyone would be internet savvy and since I already had a paper version of it from outside, which they were not accepting at Air India entry, it left me very confused as to why? </li>
<li> It was the first time that I had booked a business class on the domestic sector from DEL-PAT because the economy class was not available. However, to my surprise, no one was entertaining the passengers at the Business Class counter and we were told to wait at the Economy class queue which wasn't an issue, however, it took forever(about an hour) for them to start working on issuing tickets as we stood in line and watched in apathy. </li>
<li>Fact: I booked Air India on an onward journey thinking that maybe they will connect the PNR to my VBM flight which they said will not do. Hence, you can book any domestic flight in that case, and not necessarily just Air India. </li>
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<li>I did not like the business class, as there were no services on the flight and it felt like an economy class with a sofa instead of a seat at double the cost. In the domestic sector, middle seats are also allowed to be occupied hence wearing the mask and the shield is good advice. After we landed, we collected our baggage and voila! we were in our hometown Patna. <div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;">
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<b style="background-color: #cfe2f3;"><u>AND LASTLY, HOW DID I NOT CATCH COVID?
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This is a surprise to me as well, as airports can be breeding grounds of such viruses if not sanitized properly. However, throughout the Delhi International Airport, the arrangements were appreciable except for the COVID Triage Facility. I had my masks put on at all times, and I had hand sanitizer attached to my backpack, for the most part, to frequently sanitize my hands. The domestic sector did not have empty middle seats but they had social distancing boxes at the baggage collection counter in the Patna airport. My friend Itishree and her family also arrived safe and healthy.
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In the case of COVID, no one can say, if you can get it or not, but it's safe to build your immunity(Vit C, D, Zinc) in a few days before you board the flight. One of our friends was the first case of COVID in Gujarat when she landed in February and she says she had sanitized everything and even then got it. In case if you feel unwell after you land even after the initial hotel quarantine or if you are quarantining at home, then in that case you need to inform the helpline number, isolate yourself in your home before they get you to institutional quarantine.
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Hope this information was helpful and everyone who urgently needs to come to India now knows how to :)
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