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	Travellers' Rest
		The "skills" that he considered hallmarks of a master Traveller con-artist were just those of a garden variety psychopathic liar: an encyclopedic memory for gossip; a fertile and somewhat malevolent imagination; a facile wit to mix fact and fancy; an enthusiastic charm to sugar-coat the resulting fabrication.
		As it is, Irish Travellers who are fortunate enough to bear our traditional Christian and family names, continue to do so out of respect and pride, despite the fact that they stand out "like a sore thumb" among Country People and are on every law enforcement watch list.
		Travellers often buy travel trailers with the intent of using them awhile, for instance, as dormitories for their children or for a bachelor or young couple to use, and then polishing them up and reselling them privately, generally for a net profit.
	www.travellersrest.org /WhatsNew040227.htm (6036 words)

	United Kingdom and Gibraltar (England, Wales, Scotland, Northern Ireland)
		Travelers should be aware that U.S. banks might charge a higher processing fee for withdrawals made at an overseas ATM.
		In addition, the traveler should not use the ATM if there is anything stuck to the machine or if it looks unusual in any way.
		Air travelers to and from the United Kingdom should be aware that penalties against alcohol-related and other in-flight crimes (“air rage”) are stiff and are being enforced with prison sentences.
	travel.state.gov /travel/cis_pa_tw/cis/cis_1052.html (2891 words)

	Maury County Historical Society - Columbia, TN 38401
		The place is listed as a National Historic Landmark and is open to tours upon contact with the owners.
		In her travels she accumulated many valuable articles of furniture, table wear, art objects, etc. and used these to furnish Vine Hill when she did return.
		Since she had no children, she bequeathed the old historic house and its furnishings to the Maury County Historical Society.
	historicmaury.org /index_files/historichomes.html (3957 words)

	Links to the Past: Past Features from Links to the Past
		This travel itinerary highlights 13 historic shipwrecks listed in the National Register of Historic Places that are accessible to divers and reveal the wonders and mysteries of Florida's maritime past.
		This new information site--designed for historic property owners, new members of historic preservation commissions, community officials, and design professionals-- outlines the legal strengths of local historic districts, describes the local preservation ordinance, discusses the benefits of local design guidelines, and makes clear the essential differences between preservation, rehabilitation, restoration, and reconstruction.
		This National Register of Historic Places Travel Itinerary explores Central Vermont's rich history using 43 historic places that recall past eras when numerous small villages grew slowly until the coming of the railroad resulted in a great period of growth for Vermont in the last half of the 19th century.
	www.cr.nps.gov /pastfeat.htm (3957 words)

	Travellers' Rest
		And the "Travellers" page is listed as the first link on the navigation bars at the top and bottom of each page on this web site.
		I believe that "Travellers' Rest" was the name given to the grove in North Augusta, SC, where virtually all Irish-American Traveller ancestors once camped together.
		Hopefully that final list will contain most of the words that we've lost; although the pronunciation is going to be "by guess and by golly." At the same time, those that you would rather not see written down here won't be.
	www.travellersrest.org /WhatsNew981221.htm (1953 words)

	Barr, Settlement of the Ancient Town of Pelham (1946)
		Historic Pelham is pleased to present below the complete text of the principal (and popular book) on the History of Pelham published by Lockwood Anderson Barr in 1946.
		Pell was not listed as a passenger on that voyage of the Speedwell.
		It is on a sheltered cove, and there may still be seen, at low tide, the remains of the foundation stones of the private wharf and boat anchorage for the great estate at the foot of the old road which is bordered with horse chestnut trees, imported from England.
	www.historicpelham.com /Barr.htm (13312 words)

	History Article, History Information (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		Although a certain amount of bias in history studies is inescapable, national bias beingprobably the most important, history can also be studied from a narrow ideological perspective, perhaps one that the practitioners feel is usually ignored.
		A form of historical speculation known commonly as virtual history (also called "counterfactual history") been adopted by some historians as a means of assessing and exploring the possibleoutcomes if certain events had not occurred or had occurred in a different way to that which they did.
		You may also want to see dubious historicalresources and historical myths for a list of false beliefs andhistories that were once or are now popular and widespread, but which are proven to be false or dubious.
	www.anoca.org /list/classifications/history.html (423 words)

	Travel Clubs (and travel related clubs)
		What follows is a list of travel and travel related clubs and societies.
		These clubs are often a wonderful way of bringing like-minded travellers together and sharing some wisdom and enthusiasm, as well as providing some significant benefits and services to members.
		This list was compiled and was maintained by Bernd Wechner.
	bernd.wechner.info /Travel/Lists/TravelClubs.html (730 words)

	Historic Deerfield
		Situated on a 330-year-old, mile long street, Historic Deerfield preserves and interprets the architecture, artifacts and lifestyle of a prosperous early New England town.
		Historic Deerfield was incorporated in 1952, to sustain the work of Mr.
		It is the quality of this collection, the meticulously preserved 18th and 19th century houses in which it is displayed, and the old village itself that make Historic Deerfield the New England that all travellers hope to find.
	www.historic-deerfield.org /about.shtml (250 words)

	Provincial Historic Resource: North-West Travellers Building - Alberta Community Development
		Heritage Significance: Completed in 1914, the North-West Travellers Building is a very good example of later Edwardian Classicism with its classical detailing and rich surface ornamentation that is enhanced through the use of local brick, terra cotta and pressed metal.
		It is a reinforced cast-in-place concrete structure, which is unique for a four-storey building of this type and time frame, and is an excellent example of commercial structures built in Alberta in the early 1900’s.
		The historical significance of the North-West Travellers Building lies in its provision of structural evidence of the commercial boom that gripped Calgary during the early years of the 20
	www.cd.gov.ab.ca /preserving/heritage/PandS/designation/list_2003/phr-2113/index.asp (220 words)

	German For Travellers - Nikolaus
		Shops are full of many-shaped biscuits, gilt gingerbreads, sometimes representing the saint, of sugar images, toys and other little gifts.
		It is not easy to uncover the historic facts about Sankt Nikolaus, the fourth century bishop of Myra in Asia Minor, who died on December 6th, 343.
		Historically, Ruprecht was a dark and sinister figure clad in a tattered robe with a big sack on his back in which, legend has it, he will place all naughty children.
	www.germanfortravellers.com /culture/holiday/nikolaus.htm (437 words)

	Captain Travel Directories
		SLH brings together hotels, embracing not only the romantic heritage of rural retreats and historic houses, but the sophisticated indulgence of city sanctuaries, spa centres, sports resorts and superior game lodges around the globe.
		Spa Finder is a spa travel and marketing company connecting consumers with the spa experience via publishing, travel, Internet, and corporate incentive services.
		Travel information including accommodations, camping, activities, events, outdoor adventure, sports and transportation.
	www.captaintravel.net /directories.html?c=list&cat=409&start_value=50 (249 words)

	Zionism & Palestine (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		Theatre program of the Grand Historical Pageant and Play performed at the Civic Auditorium in San Francisco with over "800 costumed performers engaged in dramatic situations and gorgeous tableaux." This glorious extravaganza was inspired by the entry of General Allenby and his troops into Jerusalem on December 10, 1917.
		Travel and cultural cooperation between the two countries is symbolized by the colorful and peaceful parting of the seas in this attractive travel poster.
		A group of travellers on camels and horses are approaching the multi-arched bridge.
	www.historicana.com /judaica/zion.html (6038 words)

	Boutique hotels guide: small luxury hotels of the world. (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		Perched along the Niagara River, in the most historic area of Ontario's first capital, Harbour House is a wonderful replica of a late 19th Century East Coast maritime home.
		All are nestled in the charming historic village of Jordan in the heart....
		The Windsor Arms was built as an apartment hotel in Neo-Gothic style in 1927 and is an example of a finely-detailed, mid-sized, early 20th Century hotel with a residential appearance.
	www.greatsmallhotels.com /gsh/eng/listHoteles.jsp?iso=CA02 (380 words)

	Tennessee Master Gardeners - Heirloom Gardens at Travellers Rest Plantation - Davidson County
		At the turn of the 19th century, the foremost gardening concern was the cultivation of useful vegetables, fruits and herbs.
		The 19th century interpretive gardens at Travellers Rest exhibit plant types, gardening practices and gardening styles of the 1800s.
		Some of the heirloom varieties of vegetables growing at Travellers Rest are "Bloody Butcher" corn, "Brandywine" tomatoes and "Black-seeded Simpson" letttuce.
	www.mastergardener.net /tn/davidson/travellers.htm (439 words)

	Bishop's House Bed and Breakfast, Easton, Maryland -MD - Inns - lodging - travel - country inns - A listing of ...
		To the left of the main entrance is the magnificent drawing room with a ceiling medallion and Victorian tiled fireplace.
		This room is an excellent place to read a book, listen to music, or spend a few hours with your traveling companions discussing the day's activities.
		Providing an ideal base for your visit to Maryland's Eastern Shore, the Bishop's House is centrally located within 10 miles of historic Oxford and St. Michaels and only 20 miles from Tilghman Island or the Blackwater National Wildlife Refuge in Dorchester County.
	bnblist.com /md/bishopshouse (482 words)

	Caribbean Net News: Caribbean culture tops list of travellers’ interests
		NEW YORK, USA: The Caribbean’s intriguing culture is among major areas of interest that influence travellers’ choice of a destination, one of the leading US magazines focusing on culture, science, natural history, travel and the arts has indicated.
		According to Smithsonian Magazine, a survey of its readers revealed that more and more travellers are selecting their Caribbean vacation destination based on the region’s historic landmarks, sites, exciting events and gracious people.
		88% are aware of the historical parallels between the Caribbean and the U.S. which may play into Smithsonian panellists positive attitude about visiting the Caribbean, and 25% of those people say this would influence their Caribbean travel plans.
	www.caribbeannetnews.com /2004/07/31/culture.htm (295 words)

	Newfoundland Historic Trust - 2002 - Nolasco Retreat (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		Brigus is a town which we think of as representative of Newfoundland but it is not typical of Newfoundland.
		With its stone-lined riverways, its carefully delineated properties, its timbered grounds and its old houses it has long been a resort of artists, a required visit for travellers.
		In the depth of the town, not far from Harbour Pond, Nolasco Retreat, Kathy Legrow's house, sits on North Street.
	www.historictrust.com /nolasco.shtml (374 words)

	Directory of historical holidays and vacations
		Owned and run by archaeologists, Andante are leading experts in archaeological and historical tours, taking travellers on inspiring journeys through the ancient world.
		Peten Travels concentrates entirely on travel within Turkey and aims to offer quality holidays and escorted tours led by specialists.
		Historical holiday tour company specialising in the history of the Tudor period.
	www.travel-quest.co.uk /tq-historical.htm (934 words)

	Sydney Accommodation Listing - sydney-hotels.net We know where to stay.
		The Vulcan Hotel is a heritage listed building with 46 BRAND NEW contemporary boutique accommodation rooms all with ensuites, aircon/heating, tv, cable, mini bar, tea & coffee and data ports for laptop internet access.
		The hotel is just a short walk to the historic Rocks precinct, Circular Quay, the Sydney Opera House and Star City Casino.
		Map of where all our listed accommodations are roughly situated.
	www.sydney-hotels.net (607 words)

	Maritime Artefacts by Travellers in Time
		This is a large collection of many Maritime and indeed other ordinary artefacts of history, old and new, ancient and modern, brought to you especially by Travellers In Time.
		If there is an object of interest to you not in a list on this site, please contact us with the details and we will endeavour to find it for you.
		Thank you for taking the time to browse this web site and its collections and we hope there is something of interest in it for you.
	www.travellersintime.net (126 words)

	Michigan Highways: Historic US-16
		The original footpath was gradually widened, straightened and improved until, around 1850, two plank roads were constructed linking the state's largest city with its capital.
		The plank road companies charged a toll to use the road and toll gates were generally erected every five miles.
		For more detailed historical changes to US-16, see the Year-by-Year History section on the next page.
	www.michiganhighways.org /listings/HistoricUS-016.html (1101 words)

	local list of buildings
		It is proposed that once the draft lists are agreed, they are subject to consultation with the owners and/or occupiers of the properties as well as seeking the views of local and national amenity bodies.
		Buildings on the national âlistâ are identified using national criteria whereas the local list records sites which make an important contribution to the Boroughâs appearance and heritage and give the various parts of the Borough their unique sense of place.
		The existing local list does not reflect the whole Borough of Gateshead and to leave it in its current form would be unbalanced and fail to recognise the variety of historic buildings within the Borough.
	online.gateshead.gov.uk /docushare/dsweb/GetRepr/Document-6391/html (2987 words)

	Weaving List Guilds (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		This is a gathering together of many Guilds all over the world, for the use of travellers, and others, for the purpose of weavers and spinners and fibre artists getting together in another country or state.
		If you would like to add your guild to this list, there is email form (copy/paste it into an email) you can fill out at the end of this page.
		The objective of this guild is to encourage development in the textile arts, to encourage high standards of design and techniques, and to promote study of historic sources, artistic principles and other subjects related to the textile arts.
	www.weavingworld.ca /wlists.htm (15979 words)

	Kansas Museums
		This list is growing as more museums come into being and as web sites are developed for museums. Please send additions, links, and/or corrections to history@kslib.info
		Listed on the national register of historic places.
		Historical railroad depot of the KC Wyandotte Northwestern Railroad.
	skyways.lib.ks.us /museums (2149 words)

	Historic Travelers Hotel\|Kirksville - Read the OpenView on Historic Travelers Hotel - know what the web knows about ...
		The Historic Travelers Hotel, in Kirksville, is a 2 star budget hotel.
		What travelers said they loved: "the breakfast" and "the service".
		"Also known as the Travellers Inn, and the Christian Travellers Inn, this is a rather confused hotel...
	www.openlist.com /hotels-view-historic_travelers_hotel.htm (226 words)

	Top 100 April Fool's Day Hoaxes Of All Time
		In 1996 the Taco Bell Corporation announced that it had bought the Liberty Bell from the federal government and was renaming it the Taco Liberty Bell.
		Hundreds of outraged citizens called up the National Historic Park in Philadelphia where the bell is housed to express their anger.
		Their nerves were only calmed when Taco Bell revealed that it was all a practical joke a few hours later.
	www.museumofhoaxes.com /top100.html (1251 words)

	Lithuanian Hotels List (Site not responding. Last check: 2007-11-01)
		The hotel is found in the up-to-date renewed buildings built in the end of the 19th century which, according to some historical sources, were used as a kind of “wayside inn” with guest rooms, an inn, a brewer, diverse manufactories and stables already 100 years ago.
		SENATORIAI Hotel is situated in the historical part of Vilnius, near the Cathedral and the Gediminas Castle, i.e.
		Our luxury theme hotel is the choice of business travelers and embassies, and every room is uniquely designed with a literary motif of a famous writer.
	www.hotels.lt /cgi/list_hotels.pl?city=Vilnius (6791 words)

	Book Information: Discworld Mapp, the :: Internet Book List :: A database of book information and reviews
		It takes full account of the historic and much-documented expeditions of the Discworld's feted (or at leats fated) explorers: General Sir Roderick Purdeigh, Lars Larsnephew, Llamedos Jones, Lady Alice Venturi, Ponce da Quirm and, of course, Venter Borass.
		Now travellers on this circular world can see it all: from Klatch to the Ramtops, from Cori Celesti to the Circle Sea, from Genua to Bhangbhangduc.
		The great cities of Hunghung, Pseudopolis, Al Khali and, of course, Ankh-Morpork are placed with loving care upon this world which is carried through space by Great A'Tuin.
	www.iblist.com /book25976.htm (146 words)

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