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melbournenewsvine · 2 years

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Fitzroy Balcony brings in $1.46 million as more auctions hit the market

Despite the large crowd, no one raised their hand to make an offer on the stunning property, which was once two separate homes. The couple joined a Victorian balcony to their original home, a converted stable, in the early 1990s. Thornton, known for her roles in The man from the snowy river And the TV series sea changeBurstall bought the stable for $30,000 in 1977. Australian actress Sigrid Thornton and her husband, film producer Tom Bristol’s home, have sold in a single auction, worth $3.9 million. attributed to him: Records showed that they bought the adjoining balcony in 1991 for $153,000. Nelson Alexander Carlton’s manager, Nicholas West, said the sale was “not intended,” but was confident it would be sold out within two weeks. At a previous auction, in Brunswick, West said a two-bedroom Victorian balcony sold under the hammer for $1,315,000 after four bidders competed. The home, located at 21 Bishop Street, was completely renovated prior to entering the market and has been acquired by an investor. “It’s a really interesting market where you can have four bidders in one auction and then nobody in another,” he said. Across town, in Brighton East, a modern four-bedroom townhouse at 12a Beltane Avenue sold for $2.26 million after two bidders battled. The home sold above $1,975,000 to $2,165,000. Bids started at $2.05 million, with “good competition” seeing it sell, said Matthew Bellius, director of Marshall White Bayside. A five-bedroom, Art Deco home at 21 Parker Street, Ormond had six bidders up for grabs, with 66 bids submitted before the home sold for $2,292,000. That was higher than the $2.17 million reserve. Kristen Henderson, partner of Port Phillip and Bayside Agency, said it was “one of the craziest auctions” for quite some time. A young family bought the house, beat up other families, and one seller was left in tears after losing it. “It’s just a good family home with a lot of space, and it’s going to grow with a family,” Henderson said. “This is very rare at the moment.” In Toorak, a beautiful 2.5-bedroom apartment at 1/13 Denham Place under the hammer sold for $1.13 million to a young family. The property, which was a long-term investment for the seller, who had owned it for more than 20 years, had a price tag of $900,000 to $990,000. Buxton Stonnington Harley Toyle dealership said the property was immediately put on the market after an opening $1 million bid from one of five bidders. “There was a crowd of 50 people at the auction, and it was intimate because it was raining inside,” Towell said. He said that high-quality real estate attracts a lot of competition. “There are still plenty of options for buyers, and there’s probably only a week left on the list before Christmas now for sellers to enter.” In Coburg North, a three-bedroom home at 14 Suvla Grove sold for $1,066,000–$136,000 above reserve. Four active bidders competed, and a young couple from the local area were the final buyers, said Alex Ellen, auction manager at Ray White Brunswick. Eileen said 80 people were in the crowd, despite the constant rain in Melbourne. loading “This proves that family homes in the area are still doing really well,” said Eileen. “I think there is also an urgent need from buyers because they have pre-approved for a loan and know that they will be reclassified once interest rates go up. “They may not be able to borrow as much as before, and that means they are going from buying in Coburg North to buying in [cheaper] Faulkner. They are entering while they can afford the suburbs they want to be in.” Source link Originally published at Melbourne News Vine

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bernardcribbins · 2 years

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Bernard Joseph Cribbins was born on 29 December 1928 in the Derker area of Oldham, Lancashire, the son of cotton weaver Ethel (née Clarkson; 1898–1989) and World War I veteran John Edward Cribbins (1896–1964).[1] He has two siblings, alongside whom he grew up close to poverty.[1] He described his father as a "jack of all trades" who also dabbled in acting.[1] Cribbins left school at the age of 13 and found a job as an assistant stage manager at a local theatre club, where he also took some small acting roles,[2][3] and then served an apprenticeship at the Oldham Repertory Theatre. In 1947, he commenced national service with the Parachute Regiment in Aldershot, Hampshire,[4] as well as Mandatory Palestine.[5]

Career

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Early career

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Cribbins made his first West End theatre appearance in 1956 at the Arts Theatre, playing the two Dromios in A Comedy of Errors, and co-starred in the first West End productions of Not Now Darling, There Goes the Bride and Run for Your Wife. He also starred in the revue And Another Thing, and recorded a single of a song from the show titled "Folksong".[6]

In 1962, three comic songs Cribbins had recorded were released and entered the UK Singles Chart. "The Hole in the Ground" was about an annoyed workman who eventually buries a harasser. "Right Said Fred" was about three workmen who struggle to move an unspecified heavy and awkward object into or out of a building.[4] Both these songs were produced by George Martin for Parlophone, with music by Ted Dicks and lyrics by Myles Rudge.[6] "Hole in the Ground" and "Right Said Fred" both reached the top 10 in the UK Singles Chart. The third and final Cribbins single of the year was "Gossip Calypso", which was another top 30 hit.[7]

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Cribbins appeared in films from the early 1950s, mainly comedies. His credits include Two-Way Stretch (1960) and The Wrong Arm of the Law (1963) with Peter Sellers, Crooks in Cloisters (1964) and three Carry On films – Carry On Jack (1963), Carry On Spying (1964) and Carry On Columbus (1992). Other appearances include the second Doctor Who film Daleks' Invasion Earth 2150 A.D. (1966) as Special Police Constable Tom Campbell; She (1965); Casino Royale (1967) as Carlton Towers, a British Foreign Office official, The Railway Children (1970) as Mr Albert Perks, the station porter and the Alfred Hitchcock thriller Frenzy (1972) as Felix Forsythe. Later films include Dangerous Davies – The Last Detective (1981), Blackball (2003) and Run for Your Wife (2012).

Narration and voice work

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Cribbins was the narrator of the British animated children's TV series The Wombles from 1973 to 1975 and also played the character of the Water Rat in a BBC radio adaptation of The Wind in the Willows. He was the celebrity storyteller in more episodes of Jackanory than any other personality, with a total of 114 appearances between 1966 and 1991. He also narrated the audio tape of the Antonia Barber book The Mousehole Cat. From 1974 to 1976, Cribbins narrated Simon in the Land of Chalk Drawings.

In the 1960s, he provided the voice of the character Tufty in RoSPA road safety films. He also provided the voice of Buzby, a talking cartoon bird that was the mascot for the Post Office. He also appeared in advertisements for Hornby model trains.[8] In 1978, he provided one of two voiceovers in the electricity safety public information film Play Safe. The other voice artist was Brian Wilde; Wilde voiced the owl and Cribbins voiced the robin. In 1981, Music for Pleasure (EMI) released a Swallows and Amazons audio book on tape cassette, read by Cribbins, abridged by Edward Phillips.[9]

Cribbins provided the voice of Harry Bailey, the landlord of the Tabard Inn described by Geoffrey Chaucer in The Canterbury Tales, at the Canterbury Tales Attraction in Kent, which he recorded in 1987.

Cribbins undertook a short stint of voiceovers for the Mark and Lard Show on BBC Radio 1 where he explained made-up folk traditions.

Cribbins also provided the voiceover work for A Passion For Angling, starring Chris Yates and Bob James (1993).

In 2013, Cribbins played Old Bailey in the radio adaptation of Neverwhere, dramatized by Dirk Maggs.[10][better source needed]

In 2015, Cribbins was among an ensemble cast in an audio production of The Jungle Book, in which he played the White Cobra.

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Cribbins with Susie Silvey in 1983

Cribbins was the star of the ITV series Cribbins (1969–70).[8] Other TV appearances include The Avengers (1968), Fawlty Towers (1975, as the spoon salesman Mr Hutchinson who is mistaken by the character Basil Fawlty for a hotel inspector), Worzel Gummidge (1980), Shillingbury Tales (1980) and its spin-off Cuffy (1983). Besides voicing The Wombles, Cribbins was a regular on BBC children's television in the 1970s as host of performance panel game Star Turn and Star Turn Challenge.

These programmes concluded with Cribbins narrating a detective story as recurring character "Ivor Notion", with a script usually by Johnny Ball but sometimes by Myles Rudge, the co-writer of his Top 10 singles. He starred in the BBC's 1975 Christmas production Great Big Groovy Horse, a rock opera based on the story of the Trojan Horse shown on BBC2 alongside Julie Covington and Paul Jones.[11] It was later repeated on BBC1 in 1977.[12] He regularly appeared on BBC TV's The Good Old Days recreating songs made famous by the great stars of Music Hall.[13][14]

Among his later TV appearances are Dalziel and Pascoe (1999), Last of the Summer Wine (2003), Coronation Street (2003, as Wally Bannister) and Down to Earth (2005).

Cribbins starred as Jack in the series Old Jack's Boat, set in Staithes, and broadcast on the CBeebies channel starting in 2013. This has featured Helen Lederer, Janine Duvitski and former Doctor Who companion Freema Agyeman in supporting roles.[15] Although Agyeman and Cribbins both played companions and supporting characters during David Tennant's tenure in Doctor Who (appearing in six episodes together), Old Jack's Boat marks the first time the two actors have appeared together on screen.

On 9 May 2015, Cribbins gave a reading at VE Day 70: A Party to Remember in Horse Guards Parade, London which was broadcast live on BBC1.

In November 2018, it was announced that Cribbins would portray Private Godfrey in a series of re-creations of lost episodes from the BBC sitcom Dad's Army.[16] However, Cribbins left the production in February 2019 citing 'personal reasons'. The role of Godfrey was later given to Timothy West.

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Cribbins' later theatre credits include the roles of Nathan Detroit in Guys and Dolls at the National Theatre, Moonface Martin in Anything Goes with Elaine Paige at the Prince Edward Theatre, Dolittle in My Fair Lady at the Houston Opera House, Texas and Watty Watkins in George Gershwin's Lady, Be Good at the Regent's Park Open Air Theatre and on tour. He has also appeared in numerous pantomimes.[4] He appeared in the BBC CBeebies Proms (Number 11 & 13) at the Royal Albert Hall on Saturday 26 & Sunday 27 July 2014 as Old Jack.[17]

National Life Stories conducted an interview (C1173/14) with Cribbins on his memories of Richard Negri in 2006 for its An Oral History of Theatre Design collection held by the British Library.[18]

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Having played Tom Campbell, a companion to Dr. Who in the feature film Daleks' Invasion Earth 2150 A.D. (1966), Cribbins returned to Doctor Who in 2006, when a photograph of him and fellow Doctor Who alumna Lynda Baron at a wedding appeared on the BBC's tie-in website for the television episode "Tooth and Claw".[19]

In January 2007, Cribbins had a guest role as glam rock promoter Arnold Korns in Horror of Glam Rock, a Doctor Who audiodrama by Big Finish Productions. In December 2007, he appeared as Wilfred Mott in the Christmas television special, "Voyage of the Damned"; he then appeared in a recurring capacity as the same character for the 2008 series, as the grandfather of companion Donna Noble.[20] He became a Tenth Doctor temporary companion himself in "The End of Time", the two-part 2009–10 Christmas and New Year special, when his character was inadvertently responsible for that Doctor's demise. Cribbins's role as Wilfred Mott makes him the only actor to have played two companions, and the only actor featured alongside the Doctor's enemies, the Daleks, in both the TV and cinema versions of Doctor Who. Cribbins will return alongside David Tennant and Catherine Tate in a 2023 Doctor Who episode celebrating the programme's 60th anniversary

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wwwrecktagle · 3 years

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takemeout2sea · 4 years

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BLACK LIVES MATTER. NO JUSTICE NO PEACE.

white silence is VIOLENCE..

they are more than just a hashtag.

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dannyreviews · 4 years

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Entertainment Legends Who Should Receive The Kennedy Center Honors (2020 Edition)

Another update on potential future honorees.

Actors:

Alan Alda, Jane Alexander, Michael Caine, Leslie Caron, Glenn Close, Billy Crystal, Daniel Day-Lewis, Judi Dench, Robert Duvall, Harrison Ford, Boyd Gaines, Joel Grey, Gene Hackman, Rosemary Harris, Anthony Hopkins, Glenda Jackson, Kevin Kline, Frank Langella, Nathan Lane, Jessica Lange, Elaine May, Ian McKellen, Helen Mirren, Bob Newhart, Christopher Plummer, Maggie Smith, Dean Stockwell, Dick Van Dyke, Denzel Washington, Betty White

Composers/Conductors:

John Adams, Daniel Barenboim, George Crumb, Carlisle Floyd, Valery Gergiev, Phillip Glass, John Corigliano, Dave Grusin, Mike Post, Simon Rattle, Steve Reich, Ned Rorem, Lalo Schifrin, Leonard Slatkin, La Monte Young, Hans Zimmer

Dancers/Choreographers:

Toni Basil, Savion Glover, Cynthia Gregory, Kenny Ortega, Susan Stroman, Tommy Tune

Directors:

Woody Allen, Francis Ford Coppola, Ron Howard, James Ivory, Norman Jewison

Musicians:

Herb Alpert, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Emanuel Ax, Burt Bacharach, Carla Bley, Yefim Bronfman, Larry Carlton, Ron Carter, Ry Cooder, Chick Correa, Stanley Drucker, Bela Fleck, James Galway, Evelyn Glennie, Keith Jarrett, Kim Kashkashian, Doug Kershaw, Ramsey Lewis, Wynton Marsalis, Jean-Luc Ponty, Arturo Sandoval, Peter Schickele, Pinchas Zukerman

Singers:

ABBA, Paul Anka, Janet Baker, Cecilia Bartoli, Kathleen Battle, Betty Buckley, Shirley Caesar, José Carreras, Eric Clapton, Judy Collins, Phil Collins, Renee Fleming, Barry Gibb, Kiri Te Kanawa, Allison Krauss, Jerry Lee Lewis, Gladys Knight, Patti Lupone, Audra McDonald, Bette Midler, Sherrill Milnes, Liza Minnelli, Van Morrison, Bernadette Peters, Samuel Ramey, The Rolling Stones, Linda Ronstadt, Renata Scotto, Ringo Starr, Bryn Terfel, Frankie Valli, Frederica von Stade, Willard White

Theatrical People:

Emanuel Azenberg, Alain Boubil/Claude-Michel Schonberg, Peter Brook, Michael Frayn, Athol Fugard, David Hare, Sheldon Harnick, Bill Irwin, James Lapine, David Mamet, Terrence McNally, Alan Menken, Trevor Nunn, Tim Rice, Stephen Schwartz, Peter Sellars, Richard M. Sherman, Tom Stoppard, Charles Strouse, Jonathan Tunick, Jerry Zaks

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VENOM (Dir: Ruben Fleischer, 2018).

It is rare for a superhero villain to have the lead in a superhero movie. The disastrous Catwoman (Pitof, 2014) is one example, the upcoming Joker (Todd Phillips, 2019) is another. Then we have Venom.

You may recall Venom as Spider-Man’s nemesis, portrayed on screen by Topher Grace in 2007’s Spider-Man 3. In this latest adaptation Tom Hardy stars as Eddie Brock, the investigative journalist who, while attempting to take down corrupt scientist Carlton Drake (Riz Ahmed), is infected by an alien symbiote transforming him into super-strong, super-hungry super-villain Venom.

However, Venom isn’t really the bad guy here. Perhaps sensing that audiences would have trouble identifying with a baddie, the character is more ambiguous here, an anti-hero rather than an all out no-good. Gone is the white Spidey logo emblazoned across his chest and indeed any obvious connection to the world of the friendly neighbourhood arachnid. Although a future onscreen hook-up is said to be in the works.

As a Marvel character to which Disney does not hold the movie rights, Venom is not destined to be part of the Marvel Cinematic Universe, in spite of the fact that Spider-Man is now part of the MCU. What this means for future films in the series is uncertain. What is certain is that Venom as a stand-alone movie is a lot of fun. Granted it is not particularly original or groundbreaking. This may account for its lukewarm critical reception. It is certainly no Black Panther (Ryan Coogler, 2018). However, the effects are top notch, the action set pieces are thrilling and the movie is genuinely funny, reminiscent of a somewhat moodier The Mask (Charles Russell, 1994). Tom Hardy is also great in the title role.

While the movie does not rank among the greatest superhero titles neither is it one of the worst. Its relatively short runtime (90 odd minutes if you discount the title sequences) means Venom is a fun, exciting action movie which never gets too dark and doesn’t outstay it’s welcome.

With a positive audience response and a worldwide box office exceeding $850 million a sequel is guaranteed. Venom 2 is set for release in Autumn 2020.

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Prescription Paper Pill Bottle from Pixel Farm Creative Studio on Vimeo.

Every year, billions of unrecyclable plastic pill bottles litter our oceans and pack landfills. Until now, a safe and compostable alternative has never existed. Enter the Prescription Paper Pill Bottle. Developed by TOM, Tikkun Olam Makers, this container is free of toxic materials and created with an open source design that can be manufactured just about anywhere.

In partnership with Saatchi & Saatchi Wellness, Pixel Farm had the honor of bringing this exciting initiative to life with art direction, animation, and sound. We sought to bring a serious tone to the piece while imbuing it with a natural and optimistic visual aesthetic. The product needed to be beautiful in its simplicity as a concept yet urgent as an environmental effort.

Paper craft is always a fun undertaking in CG. It allows for great detail in the textures and subtlety in the movement of the objects. Our approach was to create an entire world out of paper except for our antagonist – the dreaded plastic pill bottle. This created a great stage for all of the events and provided contrast by way of color and texture. However, we intentionally broke that rule in the creation of the soil – that needed to be real because, after all, the earth is the ultimate victim.

View full case study here: pixelfarm.com/work/prescription-paper-pill-bottle/

Client: Tikkun Olam Makers: TOM

Advertising Agency: Saatchi & Saatchi Wellness

Animation & Visual Effects: Pixel Farm

Chief Creative Director: Kathy Delaney

Creative Director: Jeff Stevens

Scott Carlton Associate Creative Director: Lillianna Vazquez

Art Director: Dominick Marotta Lauren Collett-Solberg Nate Miller

Senior Art Director: Lauren Chan

Designer: Tim Sandwick

CG Supervisor: Tom Doeden

CG Artist: Adam Dargan Riley Eastman Mike Nelson

Editor: Paul Clark

Executive Producer: Kathy Yerich

Producer: Marissa Hadfield Ian Phillips

Director of Content Production: Steve Pytko

Copywriter: Sam Ballot-Godsey Bryan Perley Olga Castellanos

Sound Engineer: Ken Chastain

Management Director: Paul Sadeghi

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Twin Peaks cast - Season 3 - 2017

Pic 1: Kyle Maclachlan, David Lynch, Sheryl Lee, Madchen Amick, Sherilyn Fenn, Dana Ashbrook, James Marshall, Ray Wise, Grace Zabriskie, Richard Beymer, Michael Horse, Harry Goaz, Kimmy Robertson, Peggy Lipton, Everett McGill, Wendy Robie, Warren Frost, Gary Hershberger, Charlotte Stewart, Catherine E. Coulson, Miguel Ferrer, Russ Tamblyn, David Patrick Kelly, Phoebe Augustine, Alicia Witt

Pic 2: Walter Olkewicz, Al Strobel, Carel Struycken, David Duchovny, Harry Dean Stanton, Julee Cruise, Jan D'arcy, Carlton Lee Russel, Andrea Hays, Mike Malone, Bellina Martin Logan, Marvin Rosand, Matt Battaglia, Brian Finney, Naomi Watts, Scott Cameron, Laura Dern, Robert Forster, Emily Stofle, Balthazar Getty, Sabrina S. Sutherland (producer), Scott Coffey, Patrick Fischler, Jay Aaseng (producer), Vincent Castellanos

Pic 3: Brent Briscoe, Rebekah Del Rio (Musician), Chrysta Bell (Musician), Frank Collison, Riley Lynch (Production Assistant), Trent Reznor (Musician), Mariqueen Reznor (Musician), Robin Finck, (Musician), Neil Dickson, Sky Ferreira (Musician), Heather D'Angelo (Musician), Erika Forster (Musician), Annie Hart (Musician), Lissie (Elisabeth Maurus, Musician), Finn Andrews (Musician), Eddie Vedder (Musician), Monica Bellucci, Tim Roth, Jennifer Jason Lee, Jim Belushi, Amanda Seyfried, Richard Chamberlain, Ernie Hudson, Michael Cera, Jeremy Davies

Pic 4: Candy Clark, Robert Knepper, Matthew Lilard, Meg Foster, Jay R. Ferguson, BéréniceMarlohe, John Savage, David Koechner, Francesca Eastwood, Tom Sizemore, Karolina Wydra, Josh McDermitt, Eamon Farren, Travis Frost, Ana de la Reguera, Stephen Kearin, Bailey Chase, James Morrison, Jessica Szohr, Don Murray, Christopher Murray, Grace Victoria Cox, Jane Adams,Alon Aboutboul, Joe Adler

Pic 5: Derek Mears, Sharon Von Etten (Musician), Ruth Radelet (Musician), Ashley Judd, Caleb Landry Jones, David Dastmalchian, Clark Middleton, Ronnie Gene Blevins, Stephanie Allyne, Juan Carlos Cantu, Jodi Thelen, Michael Bisping (MMA fighter), Charlyne Yi, Elena Satine, Jay Larson,Jesse Johnson, Bob Stephenson, Pierce Gagnon, Eric Ray Anderson, Nefassa Williams, Kate Alden, Joe Alger, Mellisa (Jo) Bailey, Tammie Baird, Leslie Berger

Pic 6: John Billingsley, Kelsey Bohlen, Sean Bolger, Robert Broski, Wes Brown, Richard Bucher (Stunt), Virginia Kull, Gia Carides, Page Burkum (Musician), Jack Torrey (Musician), RachelBower, Johnny Chavez, Lisa Coronado, Johnny Coyne, James Croak, Owain Rhys Davies, Hugh Dillon, Luke Judy, Elizabeth Anweis, Cullen Douglas, Edward "Ted" Dowling, Judith Drake, Dep Kirkland, (Cynthia) Lauren Tewes, Christopher Durbin

Pic 7: Eric Edelstein, John Ennis, Josh Fadem, Tikaeni Faircrest, Rebecca Field, Allen Galli, Hailey Gates, Brett Gelman, Ivy George, Jeremy Lindholm, James Giordano, Grant Goodeve, Sawyer Shipman, George Griffith, Tad Griffith, James Grixoni, Cornelia Guest, Joy Nash, Travis Hammer, Hank Harris, Stephen Heath, Heath Hensley, Jay Jee, Laura Kenny, Madeline Zima

Pic 8: Nicole LaLiberte, Rodney Rowland, Jane Levy, Sarah Jean Long, Shane Lynch, Mark Mahoney, Karl Makinen, Xolo Maridueña, Rob Mars, Zoe McLane, Priya (Diane) Niehaus, Malachy Sreenan, Casey O'Neill, Christophe Zajac-Denek, Charity Parenzini, John Paulsen, Sara Paxton, Max Perlich, Linas Phillips, Tracy Phillips, Nae (Yuuki), John Pirruccello, Linda Porter, Jelani Quinn, Mary Reber

Pic 9: Adele René, Erik L. Rondell (Stunt), Ben Rosenfield, Amy Shiels, Sara Sohn, J.R. Starr, Ethan Suplee, Bill Tangradi, Greg Vrotsos, Blake Zingale, Larry Clarke, John Ochsner

#Twin Peaks #Twin Peaks Cast #Twin Peaks New Cast #New Cast #Season 3 #Spoilers #Twin Peaks Spoilers #David Lynch

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hiiii bestie !!! i saw you had a tonne of fics on ao3 and wanted to know if you had any recs for new fans og afl??? any works of your or any other peeps to check out?? thxxxx

hi bestie!!! (I don't know this person)

This is a hard question because there's so much out there - probably not much on AO3 (unless you like Alex Fasolo and then you're in luck) and then Wattpad is just an insane mix of literally everything, mostly footballer x fake sister fics (which I, myself, am guilty of, and I'm sorry)

oh, also I only really read Saving Lotte Sullivan on Wattpad which I reckon is really good but I could be bias.

Maybe I'll just make a list of AO3 fics for each club (and yes, for the dogs, it'll be anything written by AFL whores about bailey smith) and a lot of this is just tooting my horn, I am sorry.

Adelaide

Tyler Brown adjusting to adelaide life

Brisbane

Take me home country roads part 1 and part 2 (obviously)

Carlton

Okay so the best year Carlton had was in 2019 so anything from 2019

Collingwood

literally anything with Trent Bianco and Jack Ginnivan (Collingwood power couple) or Darcy Moore x Charlie James Dean

Essendon

idk if there's much Essendon fics out there so this one? i mean who likes essendon anyway? ew.

Fremantle

I can't remember what year but maybe it was 2021 when 2 guys 1 cup read out Cunfe (Cunnington x Fyfe) fanfiction on the podcast so yeah find those episodes. (The fics were all family friendly and G-rated, don't worry, you can listen to them with kids in the car)

Geelong

Has to be this one

GWS

hard to pick my favourite jesse hogan one

Gold coast

what about Matt Rowell getting mentally scarred before a game. I'm so sorry.

Hawks

either Tom Phillips starting a podcast, or Tom discussing the four P's

Melbourne

probably anything with Ed Langdon or pie boy

Norf

see Freo

Port Adelaide

Bailey Smith ripping through the entire Port Adelaide team OR those lousy five chapters I tried to write about Jack Watts

Tigs

the resurrection of Matthew Richardson (hurts a little to remember writing this after what they did to me last week)

Saints

can I say my multi chapter newsreader fic even though Rob plays for Melbourne in it and not his beloved saints. Or when Ben sits down with his accountant Callum Wilkie

Swans

probably best to go to AFL whores for this one

Weagles

who even writes Weagle fics

Dogs

anything from AFL Whores regarding Bailey Smith

#anon #fic tag #enjoy #comment if i missed any good fics #or if i forgot to include a club because i'm sorry #there are too many clubs #half of them are boring #are there weagle fics on wattpad??? i can't think of any #i can't name any weagle players except josh kennedy and brad sheppard #and nic nat #and jayden hunt obviously

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Why ‘like a local’ is the most overrated concept in travel

What I did last weekend was astonishingly tedious. I did the big shop at Tesco, got through a couple of washloads, took a fence panel that blew down in a storm a few weeks ago to the tip, and watched a couple of mediocre films, based largely on which ones were free on Amazon Prime. You would be correct in thinking this not exactly inspirational.

If someone served that up as a city break itinerary for me, I’d be furious. Imagine wasting a couple of precious days in Barcelona or Rome doing chores, mooching about and watching Tom Cruise ponderously attempting to assassinate Hitler in Valkyrie.

Yet it’s a fair bet that the weekends of the fabled, revered locals in either city bear more relation to mine than the riveting whirlwind of sights, memorable dining, cultural hits and cool bars most of us want on a city break.

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Seeing a city “like a local” has become an ubiquitous concept, and one with a hefty dose of snobbishness attached. If you’re into feeling superior to other visitors, that idea – of flitting between incredibly cool secret hotspots that guidebook writers have mysteriously missed, but savvy locals know about – is a relatively sound one. But it’s also a complete fantasy.

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1/52 Puerto Rico: After a devastating hurricane, an island on its way back

Puerto Rico is representative of the many fragile places around the globe right now: the islands facing a future of sea level rise and extreme weather. The arctic spots where winter itself is under threat. The cities where a combination of climate change and bad planning has resulted in devastation. That is why Puerto Rico earned the number one spot on our annual list of 52 places to visit in the coming year. The island and the other beautiful places at risk raise an urgent question: do we owe something to the places that make us happy? “This is the new normal, and people have to look at this new normal and embrace it,” says Martha Honey, executive director of the Centre for Responsible Travel in Washington DC. The idea that as visitors we should not cause harm and should seek out authentic experiences that get us deep into the local culture. Perhaps it would not be such a stretch to redefine the relationship between leisure travellers and their dream destinations. Mireya Navarro

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2/52 Hampi, India: An ancient archaeological complex becomes more accessible

At the height of the Vijayanagar empire in the 16th century, Hampi thrived as one of the largest and richest cities in the world. Its architectural legacy lives on in the southwestern state of Karnataka with over 1,000 well-preserved stone monuments, including Hindu temples, forts and palaces. Spread over 16 miles near the banks of the Tungabhadra river, and surrounded by a sea of granite boulders, the Unesco world heritage site has been notoriously difficult to reach, until now. TruJet recently began daily direct flights from Hyderabad and Bangalore to Ballari, a 25-mile drive from Hampi. Travellers can stay in the newly refreshed Evolve Back Kamalapura Palace or at Ultimate Travelling Camp’s new Kishkinda Camp, which introduced 10 stately tents in December. The outfitters Black Tomato and Remote Lands now offer journeys in the region, from guided archaeological tours to rock climbing and river jaunts in basket boats. Nora Walsh

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3/52 Santa Barbara, California: The ‘American Riviera’ becomes a hip food and wine haven

Long known for drawing movie stars and millionaires to its resorts, Santa Barbara is now a foodie magnet. Acclaimed chef Jesse Singh oversees Bibi Ji, an edgy Indian restaurant – try the uni biryani – with a wine list curated by noted sommelier Rajat Parr. Top Chef alum Phillip Frankland Lee presides over the Monarch, a posh Californian restaurant, and Chaplin’s Martini Bar; he will open Silver Bough, a 10-seat tasting menu venue in January. The Santa Barbara Inn’s Convivo offers upmarket Italian fare and ocean views; nearby, at Tyger Tyger, Daniel Palaima, a veteran of the kitchens of Chicago-based chef Grant Achatz, serves southeast Asian fare (try the Szechuan pepper soft serve ice cream at Monkeyshine to finish off the night). The city has over 30 wine tasting rooms that don’t look like their more staid cousins up north. Frequency and Melville feature modern furnishings and party-ready playlists; vinyl rules at Sanguis, a winery run by drummers. Sheila Marikar

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4/52 Panama: New eco-friendly resorts open on the country’s Pacific coast

Two new Pacific island resorts are expanding Panama’s west coast appeal, not far from the marine preserve around Isla Coiba. Cayuga Hospitality recently opened Isla Palenque in the Gulf of Chiriqui, with eight casitas and one villa on a lush 400-acre island. Besides offering access to seven beaches, mangrove kayaking and whale-watching, the resort grows some of its own food, has furniture made from fallen trees and maintains a no-plastics policy, including subbing papaya shoots for straws. In the Gulf of Chiriqui, Islas Secas Reserve and Panama Lodge opened in January on a 14-island archipelago. The solar-powered, nine-bungalow lodge offers sport fishing and scuba diving, and composts food waste and recycles water for irrigation. A Ritz-Carlton Reserve property is also under construction in the Pearl Islands. Elaine Glusac

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5/52 Munich, Germany: Theatre. Art. Opera. What more do you want?

As far as cultural triple threats go, it’s hard to beat Munich. Its theatres are considered among the most creative and ambitious in Europe, with its two main companies, the Münchner Kammerspiele and the Residenztheater producing more than 30 premieres between January and May 2019. And its museums are decidedly world class, especially since the renovation and reopening of the Lenbachhaus museum in 2017, with its unmatched collection of the German artists known as the Blue Rider school. But perhaps the best argument for visiting Munich right now is the Bavarian State Opera, which has emerged as one of the most exciting opera houses in Europe. The reason? In the words of a New York Times classical music critic, “the miracle of Kirill Petrenko”. Petrenko has just two more years remaining on his contract as music director at the opera. This summer, he will conduct a new production of Richard Strauss’s Salome, with the opening night performance on 27 June. Stuart Emmrich

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6/52 Eilat, Israel: A newly accessible Red Sea paradise

Beneath the prismatic waters of this Red Sea resort on Israel’s southern tip lies a coral reef with hundreds of varieties of neon fish, sharks and stingrays. To get there, visitors used to have to catch a charter flight from Tel Aviv or brave the dusty drive through the Negev desert. But with the opening early this year of Ramon Airport, set in the Timna Valley and capable of handling 4 million international transit passengers a year, the world will finally get a direct route – with nonstops from Munich and Frankfurt on Lufthansa, and budget carriers flying in from Prague, London and across Europe. New hotels, including the luxurious Six Senses Shaharut, opening just in time for Israel’s turn at hosting the Eurovision Song Contest 2018, are ready for the crowds. Debra Kamin

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7/52 Setouchi, Japan: Art and nature harmonise in Japan’s inland sea

The Setouchi region will host the Setouchi Triennale 2019, a major art fair held in three seasonal instalments. One hour south via ferry or the Shinkansen bullet train, the Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum reopens this spring after an eight-year refurbishment. New trails and a dedicated Shimanami bike ferry that opened in October connect Japan’s main island of Honshu to the region’s lesser-visited island of Shikoku. For those seeking more sybaritic forms of transport, the Guntu – more a minimalist floating ryokan than a cruise ship – with 19 walnut-clad rooms and open-air cypress soaking baths. In 2019, Setouchi Sea Planes will expand its scenic flights to several smaller islands and towns via Kodiak 100s. And a Japanese startup, Ale, launched the Shooting Star Challenge, a microsatellite that will create the world’s first artificial meteor shower, aiming to fill Setouchi’s skies in spring 2020, a taste of the high-tech one-upmanship to come in Tokyo’s 2020 Olympics. Adam H Graham

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8/52 Aalborg, Denmark: Architecture revitalises the waterfront

Viking long ships once glided through Aalborg’s mighty Limfjord. Today, the city is turning its most famous natural asset into an artistic one. Wildly innovative buildings have sprouted on its shores, including the Utzon Centre, designed by Jorn Utzon, the architect of the Sydney Opera House – its new exhibition series on inspiring Nordic architects, runs through May. The curvilinear concert hall Musikkens Hus was recently followed by the vibrant Aalborg Street Food market; the pedestrian and cycling Culture Bridge; and the undulating Vestre Fjordpark, with an open-air swimming pool that meets the sea. Nordkraft, a power plant that was converted into a cultural hub, is celebrating its 10th anniversary with events in September. The Aalborg Akvavit distillery is being transformed into a new creative district over the next two years, presided over by a soaring glass polygonal sculpture by artist Tomás Saraceno, Harbour Gate from architect Bjarke Ingels, a hotel and more. Annelisa Sorensen

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9/52 The Azores, Portugal: The Caribbean comes to the middle of the Atlantic

In the nippy Atlantic Ocean a four-hour flight from the US, the subtropical volcanic islands of the Azores, complete with Unesco world heritage sites and biospheres, await discovery. Mystical green lushness, oversize volcanic craters now turned into lakes, steaming natural hot springs that puff out from the earth, blue hydrangeas by the thousands and the only coffee growers in Europe distinguish the island chain. New restaurants in Ponta Delgada include the locavore Casa do Abel, the Japanese-influenced Otaka, and Tasquinha Vieira, which specialises in local, organic cuisine, while new hotels include the Lava Homes on Pico Island, and the Grand Hotel Açores Atlântico, opening in July. Daniel Scheffler

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10/52 Ontario Ice Caves, Canada: See them now, as climate change may pose a threat

The ice caves that emerge from the winds and waves that pound the north shore of Lake Superior have always been somewhat ephemeral. But climate change has brought an element of doubt into their future. For now, the caves are a regularly occurring feature, notably along the shoreline near Sault Ste Marie, Ontario. Made from snow and ice, the caves vary in size, shape and colour. Large waves before they freeze up are the essential ingredient for large caverns. The wind, shifts in the ice and the effects of the sun constantly remake the formations. February is the most reliable month for a visit. Getting to the caves involves driving one of the more scenic sections of the Trans-Canada Highway. Alona Bay and Coppermine Point are two of the more popular destinations. The staff members at Stokely Creek Lodge, a cross-country skiing and snowshoeing resort just outside of the Sault, keep track of where the most dramatic, but accessible, caves have formed each winter. Ian Austen

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11/52 Zadar, Croatia: Incomparable sunsets, a ‘sea organ’ and untrammelled islands

After the Croatian football team captured the world’s attention in the World Cup – its captain Luka Modric’s was particularly notable – fans revved up their search engines and learned that he hails from Zadar, a pretty, compact town on the Dalmatian Coast. Ryanair have added regular flights from Prague, Hamburg, Cologne and Nuremberg, starting this spring. Beyond Zadar’s medieval core, the city’s seaside promenade and music-making “sea organ”, created by architect Nikola Basic, is a must-see (or hear). The magical sunsets alone were enough to wow Alfred Hitchcock, who visited the city in 1964. The town is also a gateway to untrammelled islands, like Dugi Otok; an hour-and-20-minute ferry ride takes visitors to the sparsely populated island with uncrowded beaches and taverns. Seeking ultraclean waters? Then head to the island of Pasman, where the currents often change, making the surrounding waters some of the cleanest in the Adriatic. David Farley

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12/52 Williamsburg, Virginia: The cradle of American democracy reflects on its past

In 1619, the area that includes the Jamestown Settlement, Williamsburg and Yorktown was home to some of the most significant events in American history: the official arrival of the first African slaves to North America, the convening of the first representative assembly in America and the first recorded proclamation of Thanksgiving in the New World. The area will observe the 400th anniversary of these events all year, highlighted by the Tenacity exhibition at the Jamestown Settlement, which recognises the contributions of women during the Colonial era, along with an archaeology-focused exhibit. Colonial Williamsburg, the expansive living-history museum, will give visitors a taste of life in the 18th century, along with the reimagined American Revolution Museum at Yorktown. For thrill seekers, Busch Gardens Williamsburg, the European-theme amusement park, will unveil a new pendulum swing ride, while Water Country USA will unveil the state’s first hybrid water coaster. John L Dorman

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13/52 Las Vegas: Sin City bets big on culture

Sure, there are still slot machines, strip clubs and steaks aplenty, but other options for culture in America’s playground abound. The new Park MGM hosts residencies from two music legends through 2019: Lady Gaga, doing one show of her pop hits and another riffing on American classics, and starting in April, Aerosmith. Also a rollicking iteration of the Italian emporium Eataly and Best Friend, a Korean restaurant by Roy Choi, the LA food truck pioneer, that becomes a hip-hop club afterwards. The Wynn recently added live, Dixieland-style jazz to its lakeside brunch; it also offers masterclasses on subjects like dumpling-making. Nearby, the Venetian debuted three craft cocktail bars, the Dorsey, Rosina and Electra, where guests can actually sit down and hear one another talk. Downtown, the Life Is Beautiful festival, which corrals an array of musicians and artists each fall, enters its seventh year; 2018 stars included the Weeknd and Florence and the Machine. Sheila Marikar

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14/52 Salvador, Brazil: The country’s original capital gets a makeover

After completing a five-year historical preservation initiative to save its Unesco designation, Salvador, with its sherbet-coloured colonial facades, cobblestone streets and beaches, is gleaming. Rising along the coast of northeastern Bahia, the city’s downtown historic district thrums with vibrant Afro-Brazilian culture, ranging from free weekly performances by samba and drum corps to classical music and capoeira. Visitors can also find Salvador’s history exhibited in the new House of Carnival and, opening in 2020, the Museum of Music or catch a live concert at the Convention Centre, opening this year. The Fera Palace Hotel, a refurbished art deco gem, and the freshly minted Fasano Salvador, housed in a former 1930s newspaper building, both overlook All Saints Bay, which in November will host the finish of the International Regatta Transat Jacques Vabre, a 4,350-mile race along the historic coffee trading route between France and Brazil. Nora Walsh

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15/52 Danang, Vietnam: A spot for foodies and beachgoers

Vietnam’s third largest city, is known for being a gateway to the nearby Unesco Heritage town of Hoi An. But it’s begun to develop a reputation as the Miami of Vietnam, with a strong foodie scene and new hotels and resorts popping up on a five-mile beach strip. A typical day might start with a morning swim on the crescent-shape Non Nuoc Beach and perhaps a quick stop at the Han Market. Then, an afternoon visit to the Marble Mountains, where travellers can explore the temples and pagodas that look out over My Khe Beach and, later, dinner back in the city, perhaps at Nén, a new restaurant from much-followed food blogger Summer Le. Perhaps finish the day with a visit to Cau Rong Dragon Bridge in the hills above the city. Don’t leave without sampling a bowl of mi quang, the justifiably famous local noodle soup made with a turmeric-infused broth, chicken, pork, local seafood and shredded cabbage, and available for about $1 (78p) at any number of street food stalls. Stuart Emmrich

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16/52 Costalegre, Mexico: A beach vacation, without the crowds

Costalegre is a stretch of 43 largely unpopulated beaches, capes and bays along Mexico’s gorgeous Pacific coast, about halfway between the better known destinations of Puerto Vallarta and Manzanillo, and one that has so far escaped the attention of vacationers flocking to its popular neighbours to the north, Punta Mita and the surfer’s haven of Sayulita. One factor keeping away the crowds: lack of easy access. Up until now, the nearest airport has been more than a two-hour drive away, in Puerto Vallarta. But that will change with the planned opening of the Chalacatepec Airport in the second half of this year, which will cut travel time by more than half. And a clutch of luxury hotels will soon follow. For now, the best luxury option is Las Alamandas Resort, set on a 1,500-acre nature reserve, with just 16 suites in seven brightly painted casitas, as well as two restaurants, a spa and a large pool. Smaller hotels and even bungalows near the beaches can also be rented. Stuart Emmrich

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17/52 Paparoa Track, New Zealand: A new wilderness trail explores a remote national park

Outdoor enthusiasts can head to New Zealand starting in October to trek the country’s first Great Walk trail to open in more than 25 years. Tracing the Pororari river along the west coast of the South Island, the Paparoa Track winds through Paparoa National Park, a reserve largely inaccessible until now. Built by the Department of Conservation for hikers and mountain bikers, the 34-mile trail (hiked in three days; biked in two) departs from a historic mining town and traverses epic limestone gorges, beech forests and sandstone bluffs before culminating at the Punakaiki Blowholes. For a small fee, travellers can stay overnight in two new 20-bunk huts overlooking the southern Alps and Tasman Sea. The Pike29 Memorial Track, which honours victims of the 2010 Pike River Mine tragedy, intersects the route. Reservations can be made on the Department of Conservation’s website; both tracks are free and no permit is required. Nora Walsh

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18/52 Puglia, Italy: Baroque architecture and Adriatic beaches in Italy’s heel

The ancient fortified farmhouses called masserie, found only in the region of Puglia, are increasingly being turned into boutique hotels, most notably Rocco Forte’s Masseria Torre Maizza, and the 17th century Castello di Ugento, where guests can take cooking classes at the Puglia Culinary Centre. And the region’s 1,000-year-old wine culture, which began when the Greeks planted vines from their land across the Adriatic, is attracting more oenophiles to the area, including the owners of the London restaurant Bocca di Lupo, who recently bought a 600-acre estate in Salento called Tormaresca, where tastings are offered to visitors (you can also dine in their new restaurant in the town of Lecce). Puglia is also home to Europe’s Virgin Galactic spaceport, which is scheduled to open in 2019, with the promise of eventually sending passengers into space. No wonder Abercrombie and Kent’s new Italian cruise includes Puglia and Gargano National Park. Daniel Scheffler

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19/52 Tatra Mountains, Slovakia: Off-the-grid skiing, rock climbing and more

While most visitors focus on Slovakia’s capital, Bratislava, the soaring Tatra Mountains have emerged as an under-the-radar destination for skiing and outdoor activities, with new gondolas at the Bachledka and Jasna ski areas; slopes planned at Mlynicka Dolina; and new chair lifts at Oravska Lesna in the nearby Fatra range to the northwest. And it’s not just about winter sports: there is excellent hiking, rock climbing, mountain biking and fly-fishing, while beyond the Tatras, Kosice, a regional capital, offers colourful street art and plenty of cafes and restaurants, thanks to its three universities and associated night life. Plan on posting plenty of photos: you’ll find untouched folk architecture throughout the region, as well as perfectly preserved gothic and baroque buildings awaiting your lens. Evan Rail

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20/52 Calgary, Alberta: A spectacular library adds to a once-neglected neighbourhood

Calgary’s new Central Library, from the architectural firm Snohetta, creates not just a design destination, with daily tours, but also a gateway in the form of an arched cedar-clad passageway linking downtown to the city’s evolving East Village, a booming neighbourhood where the Bow and Elbow rivers meet. Calgary was founded in the East Village area in 1875, with a fort built to curb the growing whiskey trade, but the area suffered roughly 70 years of neglect before the Calgary Municipal Land Corp, formed in 2007, began transforming the area, adding parks, attractions and high-rises. The 240,000-square-foot library, with a performance hall, cafe, children’s play area and outdoor electromagnetic sculptures by Christian Moeller, is next to Studio Bell, home to the National Music Centre museum and performance space, and near the just opened Alt Hotel. Later this year, the multiuse building M2 promises more shops and restaurants beside the Bow river. Elaine Glusac

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21/52 Olkhon Island, Lake Baikal, Russia: A natural wonder resisting the threats of development

Lake Baikal in Siberia is the world’s deepest lake, plunging 1 mile into the Earth’s crust. It contains nearly 20 per cent of the world’s unfrozen fresh water and is so abundant in wildlife – bears, foxes, sables, rare and endangered freshwater seals – that Unesco calls it “the Galapagos of Russia”. The wildlife, like the lake itself, has been under threat for years, from indifferent Soviet industrial policy, from climate change and from today’s rising tourism, especially from China. Even so, it remains largely unspoiled, and activists are working hard to keep it that way. Olkhon Island, Baikal’s largest, and a place that Buddhists consider one of the holiest in Asia, is a popular base for excursions year round, even from December to April or May, when the surface freezes into turquoise sheets of ice that Siberian winds churn into natural sculptures. The Baikal Ice Marathon, a charity devoted to the lake’s conservation, will be held 2 March. Steven Lee Myers

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22/52 Huntsville, Alabama: Time to party like it’s 1969

The 50th anniversary of the Apollo 11 moon landing will draw crowds to Huntsville – aka Rocket City – home of the Marshall Space Flight Centre, where the spacecraft that launched astronauts to the moon were developed. Throughout the year, there will be daily reenactments of the moon landing at the US Space and Rocket Centre, but the biggest thrills are planned for the anniversary week of the Apollo 11 lunar landing mission in July. Beginning on launch day, 16 July, the centre will attempt to break a Guinness World Record by launching 5,000 model rockets at 8.32 am, the precise time that rocket engines ignited in 1969. Festivities will continue with a classic car show, concerts, a homecoming parade and a street party in downtown Huntsville – the same location where Apollo workers celebrated after the successful mission. If that’s not fun enough, 2019 also marks the state’s bicentennial, giving Alabamians yet another excuse to party. Ingrid K Williams

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23/52 Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas): Five kinds of penguins, easier to reach

The Falkland Islands, far off the coast of Argentina, offer an astonishing variety of wildlife that includes five kinds of penguins, hundreds of bird species, seals, sea lions and whales, as well as remote natural beauty that travellers often have to themselves. Two new local touring companies are increasing accessibility to the riches of the islands. Falklands Outdoors opened in November 2018 and offers mountain climbing, foraging, hiking and sea kayaking expeditions to beaches and penguin colonies that can’t be reached by road; in January, Falklands Helicopter Services will start scenic flights to Volunteer Point (home to an enormous king penguin colony), and other isolated spots. While there’s a single weekly commercial flight in and out of the Falklands, the first new route to the islands from South America in more than 20 years is being planned: LATAM is expected to begin weekly flights to the islands from Brazil by late this year. Nell McShane Wulfhart

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24/52 Aberdeen, Scotland: The granite city via brand new old-fashioned trains

Just as many famous European overnight train routes have been retired, the Caledonian Sleeper, the train that travels through the night from London to the north of Scotland, is rolling out new carriages for summer. The new cars preserve the romance of overnight trains, in contemporary comfort, with a choice of hotel-style suites, classic bunk beds or seats. The Highlander route to Aberdeen leaves Euston station in the evening and hits the Scottish coast by 5 am, so travellers who take an early breakfast in the dining car can enjoy coastal views as the sun rises (get off at Leuchars for medieval St Andrews). Off the train, Aberdeen and its surroundings offer historic castles set in fields of purple heather, in pine woods and along the dramatic coastline. Hiking trails abound on and around the queen’s estate at Balmoral, and rail buffs can visit the former royal train station in Ballater, closed since 1966, and ride on the Royal Deeside Railway a short drive from there. Palko Karasz

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25/52 Golfo Paradiso, Italy: A rare unspoiled gem on the Italian Riviera

The well-known pearls of the Ligurian Riviera – Portofino, Cinque Terre, Portovenere – are overwhelmed with tourists, a problem so acute that in some areas authorities have debated measures to stem the flow of daytrippers. But just a few miles away, between Portofino and Genoa, remains a peaceful sliver of coastline rarely explored by travellers to the region. Known as the Golfo Paradiso, this small gulf is home to five often-overlooked villages, including Camogli, a colourful fishing hamlet as charming as any of the Cinque Terre. Italians will boast about the renowned local cuisine: fresh-caught anchovies, hand-rolled trofie pasta and cheese-filled focaccia from the town of Recco, a speciality that recently earned IGP status, a prestigious Italian designation for quality food products. Between meals, explore blooming gardens in Pieve Ligure, beaches in Sori and the romanesque abbey of San Fruttuoso, which is accessible only by boat or a long, sweaty hike. Ingrid K Williams

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26/52 Dessau, Germany: A big birthday for Bauhaus

This year marks the 100th anniversary of the publication of German architect Walter Gropius’ “Proclamation of the Bauhaus”, a radical reimagining of art, architecture and design. To celebrate the Bauhaus centennial, cities around Germany will hold events, from the opening festival in Berlin – several days of art, dance, concerts, theatre, lectures and more this month – to the debut of the Bauhaus Museum in Weimar, where the movement was born. But the most compelling destination might be Dessau. Home of the Bauhaus school during the 1920s and 1930s, the northeastern German city still contains the school’s pioneering (and Unesco-listed) Bauhaus Building, the Gropius-designed Masters Houses, and the Prellerhaus studio building (a warren of former Bauhaus ateliers that now contains a hotel). And in September, Dessau opens its long-awaited Bauhaus Museum, a glassy, minimalist rectangle that will showcase typefaces, textiles, artwork, furniture and more from the movement. Seth Sherwood

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27/52 Tunis, Tunisia: The spark for the Arab Spring, still lit

Freedom is what makes Tunis unique. Eight years after it kicked off the Arab Spring, it remains the only Arab capital with real freedom of expression, not to mention the peaceful rotation of power. But the city holds many other charms. Among them are the ruins of the ancient city of Carthage, from which Hannibal’s elephants once threatened Rome. The carefully preserved old medina dates from the 12th to the 16th century, when Tunis was a major centre of the Islamic world. The tree-lined Avenue Habib Bourguiba downtown bears the influence of decades of French rule. And the cafes, art galleries and blue-and-white hues of the neighbourhood of Sidi Bou Said, overlooking the Mediterranean, have long lured European painters, writers and thinkers. A short taxi ride away are the beaches and nightclubs of La Marsa. The French-influenced north African food is delicious. The local red wines are not bad. And, in another regional rarity, Tunis in 2018 elected a woman its mayor. David D Kirkpatrick

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28/52 Gambia: Hippos and chimpanzees – and a renewed sense of hope

Gambia’s tourism industry was hit hard in 2017, when its long-time authoritarian ruler Yahya Jammeh refused to cede leadership after an election loss, forcing a political standoff that brought foreign troops in. But with its new president, Adama Barrow, now safely in place, there’s a renewed sense of hope across continental Africa’s smallest country – now more accessible than ever. In January, a new bridge over the Gambia river, three decades in the making, will be inaugurated with a nearly 200-mile relay run to Dakar, Senegal. Peregrine Adventures launches its first cruise up the 700-mile river, with a stop at Baboon Island, home to hippos, crocodiles and chimpanzees, part of Africa’s longest-running centre for rehabilitating chimpanzees into the wild. New and coming hotels, including the African Princess Beach Hotel, and two properties by Thomas Cook, will serve as stylish bases. And new direct flights from Europe make getting to this west African country easier than ever. Ratha Tep

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29/52 Northern Rivers, Australia: Along a breezy coastline, boho paradise

The coastline just below the New South Wales-Queensland border is known as the Northern Rivers thanks to the tidal system snaking through it. Anchored by Byron Bay, the area has become a beacon for those seeking a breezy boho way of life. In recent years a more moneyed, stylish vibe has settled in and seeped from Byron into neighbouring small towns. Mullumbimby hosts one of the country’s most vibrant weekly farmers’ markets. Brunswick Heads, is home to a huge historic pub with a sprawling patio, and offers great shopping and Fleet, a restaurant that serves some of Australia’s most delightful cooking. Up and down the coast, the restaurant scene is thriving: Paper Daisy in Cabarita Beach sits in the ground floor of an old surf motel turned boutique hotel; in Lennox Heads, Shelter’s dining room is open to the ocean breeze. For a taste of the old-school hippie wonderland from which all of this sprang, check out the Crystal Castle, a “crystal experience” in a hilltop garden. Besha Rodell

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30/52 Frisian Islands and Wadden Sea: Oysters, seals, birds and dark skies on Europe’s wild left coast

Europe’s windswept Frisian Islands are shared by Denmark, Germany and the Netherlands and linked by the Wadden Sea. Holland’s Lauwersmeer National Park offers dark-sky safaris and will open a seal rescue centre in 2019 that lets visitors rehabilitate and release two native seal species. Dutch campground resorts like Beleef Lauwersoog offer excursions to nearby Schiermonnikoog island and have expanded lodging options with new barrel-shaped sleeping pods and refurbished overwater bunkers, once used by duck hunters, on remote swaths of the North Sea. Denmark’s Fanoe island started offering DIY oyster foraging safaris, where visitors can rent boots and shucking tools to gather invasive, but delicious, Pacific oysters, thus helping preserve Denmark’s native Limfjorden oyster habitat. The Fanoe Oyster Festival, next in October 2019, has lured chefs across Denmark with an annual oyster cooking competition. Adam H Graham

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31/52 New York City: New cultural monuments, and remembrances of the past

redefine the city’s physical and cultural infrastructure. At Hudson Yards, the largest single development since Rockefeller Centre took shape in the Depression, a cultural arts centre called the Shed will go into gear. Its largest theatre is a retractable structure on wheels that creeps back and forth like a giant steel caterpillar, turning the outdoor space of a plaza into indoor space for performances. Not far away will be what the developers are calling New York’s Staircase, an eight-storey structure with 154 flights of stairs and 2,000 steps. The wraps are to come off the Museum of Modern Art’s $400m expansion, increasing its space by almost a third. The TWA Hotel at Kennedy International Airport is a flight centre relic from 1962, with 512 hotel rooms in two new buildings. In June, the city will host World Pride – first time in the US – for the 50th anniversary. James Barron

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32/52 Chongli, China: Witness a winter sports revolution

The leadup to the next Winter Games is well underway in and around Beijing, and the spectacle is breathtaking. The most stunning transformations are happening a four-hour drive north in Chongli, once one of the country’s poorest areas and now home to several multibillion-dollar ski resorts, towering condominiums and flashy hotels. It has transformed into a glistening winter sports hub filled with restaurants, inns and watering holes. At least five ski resorts now surround the city, including places like Genting Secret Gardens, Fulong and Thaiwoo, which has an on-property brewery, a mid-mountain chalet that serves Swiss and Austrian fare, and brand new gondolas. A high-speed train from Beijing to Chongli should open in 2019. The skiing isn’t world-class. Nearly all of the snow comes from a cannon, and runs average about 1,300 vertical feet. But go now to see firsthand how the world’s most populous country is working overtime to become a competitive winter sports nation. Tim Neville

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33/52 Orcas Island, Washington: A small island is attracting big-time foodies (and Oprah)

The horseshoe-shaped Orcas, one of the largest islands that make up the San Juan archipelago, has gained fame in recent years for its impressive tide-to-table culinary scene and experimental wines, attracting, among others, Oprah Winfrey (in 2018, Winfrey bought a 43-acre estate on the island for a reported $8.275m). A new wine enterprise, Doe Bay Wine Co, is presenting its Orcas Project in 2019 – a collaboration between acclaimed winemakers and vineyards in the Pacific northwest. Ventures from James Beard-nominated chef Jay Blackinton, who owns Hogstone, a former pizzeria now featuring ambitious nose-to-tail fare, and its more upscale counterpart Aelder, are also on the horizon. Another addition to the island are the luxury suites at Outlook Inn, in the town of Eastsound, overlooking Fishing Bay. If you want to hike, or ride a horse, the island’s Moran State Park will be adding trails to its 38-mile network this year. Daniel Scheffler

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34/52 Uzbekistan: Visa-free travel and reopened borders along the Silk Road

If you have ever wanted to travel the Silk Road, now may be the time to go. After more than 25 years since the fall of the Soviet Union, the former member country of Uzbekistan is going through its own perestroika. Among the modernising reforms are better official exchange rates and the ability to book flights and apply for visas online. Ground and air travel have also improved regionally, in part because of China’s $800bn One Belt, One Road initiative (which links countries stretching between east Asia and Europe), as well as reopened borders with neighbouring countries, reestablished flight routes between central Asian capitals, like Tashkent and Dushanbe, and increased flight service between New York and Tashkent. In addition to the relatively new Hyatt Regency in Tashkent, other international hotels are expected to open in the coming years. Erin Levi

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35/52 Vestlandet, Norway: A bucolic paradise for mountain-climbing beer lovers Rural Vestlandet, in western Norway, home to some of Scandinavia’s most beautiful landscapes, is piquing the interest of outdoorsy types, especially those who take

Rural Vestlandet is home to some of Scandinavia’s most beautiful landscapes and is piquing the interest of outdoorsy types. The Loen Skylift ferries travel more than 3,280 feet to the top of Mount Hoven in just a few minutes, while fearless climbers can put on a harness, hire a guide and make roughly the same journey in six hours, following a path that features one of the longest suspension bridges in Europe. After sightseeing, relax over an ale made with kveik, a local yeast that has enthralled brewers and scientists around the world in recent years for its fruity aromas and higher-than-normal fermentation temperatures. You can find it at bars like Tre Bror, in Voss, the Smalahovetunet restaurant and brewery nearby. Beer lovers who want to learn (and taste) more can time their visit to coincide with the October Norsk Kornolfestival, which features close to 100 beers made with kveik, often including juniper and other traditional regional ingredients. Evan Rail

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36/52 Lyon, France: Soccer, sausage and fresh air

Football fans should set their sights on France this summer, especially Lyon, where we could see the US women will clinch their fourth World Cup title in the final match 7 July. Even if you can’t get tickets – or détestez le football – the city of half a million people and 4,000 restaurants is worth a visit. This year, Lyon plays host to an International City of Gastronomy project. The indoor, one-acre exhibition will include interactive workshops and conferences designed to showcase France’s cuisine and its contributions to health and pleasure. Held at the Grand Hôtel Dieu, a sprawling complex first founded in the 1300s that reopens after four years of renovations with shops, restaurants, public spaces. When it comes time to work off all those plates of pork sausage, hike in nearby Écrins National Park, where traditional working dogs protect herds of sheep. Book a stay at the Temple-Écrins hut, where workers recently wrapped up three years of renovations. Tim Neville

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37/52 Doha, Qatar: Avant-garde architecture blooms in the desert

As the next men’s soccer World Cup approaches in 2022, the host nation, Qatar, is loading its capital with structures from the biggest names in international architecture. The sharp-angled, futuristic Qatar National Library, designed by Rem Koolhaas and his OMA firm, opened in 2018; 2019 will welcome the National Museum of Qatar, a sprawling expanse of interlocking tilted circular discs by Jean Nouvel. A contribution from a third Pritzker prize-winner, Zaha Hadid, is slated to materialise in the form of a swooping, curvaceous stadium; another stadium, from Pritzker-winner Norman Foster, is also under construction. The new structures add further dazzle to the Doha skyline, which already includes Nouvel’s syringe-like Doha Tower and the blocky white jumble of the Museum of Islamic Art, by IM Pei. Seth Sherwood

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38/52 Batumi, Georgia: A hushed seaside escape

Tbilisi, Georgia’s charming capital, has been flooded with tourists over the past decade. But Batumi, a hushed seaside city where verdant mountains slope down to the Black Sea’s smooth stone beaches, offers a different experience. Already a popular escape for Russians, Iranians, Turks and Israelis, the city is preparing itself for its inevitable discovery by the rest of the world: new hotels – including Le Meridien Batumi and a Batumi instalment of the design-centric boutique Rooms Hotel line – are rising, and a cable car will swing straight to the coast from the hilltop Batumi Botanical Garden. Winemaking is another draw – at the family-run BQ Wine Bar and the underground Karalashvili’s Wine Cellar, which pours the same rosé and amber-hued chkaveri varietals that Josef Stalin adored. Debra Kamin

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39/52 Marseille, France: An influx of young creatives gives the city a new edge

Six years after Marseille was named European Capital of Culture in 2013, the city’s renewal is still galloping along. Jean Nouvel has just finished his striking new red, white and blue skyscraper La Marseillaise. The real proof of the city’s metamorphosis, however, is that it is attracting young creative types from all over France and beyond. Laura Vidal, a sommelier from Quebec, and British chef Harry Cummins opened La Mercerie, a market-driven bistro in an old notions shop in the city’s Noailles district last spring. Noailles is brimming with shops (don’t miss Épicerie I’ldeal, the best new food store), cafes and restaurants. Other districts in the heart of Marseille are being transformed as well. Near the opera, Tony Collins recently opened Deep, a coffee shop that roasts its own beans and also sells vinyl records; and the mixologists at the Copper Bay bar shake it up for locals and guests from the nearby Les Bords de Mer, the city’s best new boutique hotel. Alexander Lobrano

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40/52 Wyoming: A sesquicentennial celebration of women’s suffrage in the Equality State

In 1869, the Territory of Wyoming passed the first law in US history granting women the right to vote – nearly 51 years before the 19th amendment guaranteed the same entitlement to all women. This year, visitors can celebrate the 150th anniversary of Wyoming women’s suffrage at the Wyoming House for Historic Women, which honours the first woman to officially cast a ballot in a general election, and 13 other trailblazing women in the state’s political history. The restored Capitol building (reopening midyear), Wyoming State Museum and Cowgirls of the West museum also feature exhibits and artefacts celebrating women’s history. In addition, a variety of all-female trips are on offer throughout the year including Women’s Wellness Pack Trips on horseback from Allen’s Diamond 4 Ranch, cattle herding and archery at the WYLD West Women retreat, Hike Like a Woman nature adventures and fly-fishing clinics at the Proud Wyoming Woman Retreat. Nora Walsh

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41/52 Los Angeles: Finally, more than Grauman’s (groan)

Los Angeles too often gets boiled down to its least interesting element: Hollywood. It’s an insult to a region with a vibrant Koreatown (sit in the hot salt at Wi Spa and then feast on roast gui at Dong Il Jang); two nationally recognised high school show choirs (John Burroughs and Burbank); art galleries like the quirky Parker, in a Los Feliz mansion; and several big-league sports teams, two of them soon moving to a new $2.6bn stadium. But in summer 2019 there will be an honest-to-goodness Hollywood reason to visit the area. After delays, the Academy Museum of Motion Pictures is scheduled to open in a Renzo Piano-designed complex on Wilshire Boulevard. Promised are interactive exhibits about the art and science of filmmaking, starry screenings in two theatres and to-die-for memorabilia – the collection includes a pair of ruby slippers, 12 million photographs, 61,000 posters and 190,000 video assets. Brooks Barnes

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42/52 Dakar, Senegal: An oasis of freedom in a region of unrest

Ngor or rent a board for a few hours to surf the more than a half dozen beaches that offer a terrific year-round break. Or just sit back and watch the surfers while eating grilled fish at a long strip of beach restaurants. A Museum of Black Civilisations will be opening early this year and will showcase artefacts as well as contemporary art from Africa and the diaspora. The city’s design and fashion creations would fit right in at New York showrooms. Take in a late-night concert with legends like Cheikh Lo and Youssou N’Dor crooning into the wee hours and a lively bar scene that offers all-hours entertainment. Day trips let you sleep in a baobab tree, zip line through a baobab forest or swim in a pink lake. But climate change, overfishing and a booming population may eventually take their toll. Dionne Searcey

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43/52 Perth, Australia: A city transformed and enlivened

A decade-long development boom has supercharged Perth. Among the new attractions: Yagan Square, with its distinctive market hall, art park and 147-foot digital tower showcases work by local artists and livestreams events; Optus Stadium, a 60,000-seat venue for concerts and sporting events; and Raine Square, a $200m redevelopment that includes a movie theatre, shopping and restaurants including dim sum chain Tim Ho Wan, considered the world’s most affordable Michelin-starred restaurant. To accommodate the expected growth in tourism, 31 new or redeveloped hotels have opened in the past five years, including the luxury COMO, the hip QT and a Westin. Since 2007, liquor law reforms, including a 2018 change that let restaurants serve drinks without a meal, have changed the drinking and dining scene with more than 100 small bars opening in the central business district alone. And Qantas started a nonstop flight from London to Perth this year, the first from Europe. Kelly DiNardo

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44/52 Hong Kong: Dazzling infrastructure eases travel but could threaten independence

After Britain returned its former colony to China in 1997, Hong Kong prided itself on resisting mainland interference. Last year saw the opening of a high-speed train that takes passengers all the way to Beijing, and a 34-mile sea bridge linking Hong Kong to the mainland for the first time, opening the question of whether that independent streak can survive. For travellers, though, boarding a train at the new West Kowloon station bound for Beijing – and more than 30 other destinations in China – is a game changer. The 1,200-mile trip to Beijing is just nine hours, and the business-class seats are roomy. Whether they are headed to China or not, travellers can indulge in British nostalgia at the Mandarin Oriental Hotel. The 25th-floor M bar offers fabulous views of the harbour, exotic cocktails like Sarawak Tea Punch and memories of the 1960s when the hotel opened as a symbol of luxury and style in this ever-glamorous city. Jane Perlez

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45/52 Iran: Tourism cautiously returns to this Middle East jewel

The appeal of Iran for adventurous travellers is obvious: the monumental ruins of ancient Persia; the spectacular, centuries-old mosques of Shiraz and Isfahan; the Grand Bazaar and Golestan Palace in bustling Tehran. One additional reason to visit in 2019 is a major exhibition scheduled to open at the Tehran Museum of Contemporary Art. “Portrait, Still-life, Landscape” (21 February to 20 April) will take over the entire museum, with a selection of about 500 works, including pieces by Andy Warhol, Mark Rothko and Marcel Duchamp, as well as about 40 Picassos recently discovered in the museum’s storage facilities (much of the collection has been kept under wraps since the 1979 revolution). The US State Department discourages, but does not prohibit, travel to Iran by American citizens, and Americans can travel to Iran only as part of an organised tour. Options for 2019 include three expeditions from Intrepid Travel, including the company’s first-ever all-female tour. Stuart Emmrich

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46/52 Houston: Rebounding bigger and better after a hurricane

After Hurricane Harvey, the city is back on its feet and showing off the everything-is-bigger-in-Texas attitude. Four food halls opened in 2018, including Finn Hall, which features up-and-coming chefs like James Beard-nominated Jianyun Ye and a downtown outpost of his Chinese hotspot Mala Sichuan and a taqueria from local favourite Goode Co. The five-diamond Post Oak Hotel has a two-storey Rolls-Royce showroom, art by Frank Stella and a 30,000-bottle wine cellar. The Menil Collection, known for its eclectic art ranging from Byzantine antiques to 20th century pop art, underwent a renovation and opened the 30,000-square-foot Menil Drawing Institute. The city’s museum boom continues with an expansion of the Museum of Fine Arts, Houston, to be completed in 2020, a newly built location for the Holocaust Museum, which will move in this spring, and a restoration of the Apollo Mission Centre that will open in time for the 50th anniversary of the moon landing in July. Kelly DiNardo

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47/52 Columbus, Ohio: Is this the American city of the future?

With a revitalised riverfront and booming downtown, Columbus is already one of the nation’s fastest-growing cities. Now, it’s poised to become the model for the future of innovative urban transportation, with self-driving shuttles carrying travellers along the Scioto Mile, recently revitalised, adding 33 acres of riverfront green space for festivals, water sports and outdoor art. Among the newest dining options are Veritas, which specializes in small-plate offerings; Service Bar, run by young chef Avishar Barua, a veteran of New York’s Mission Chinese and WD-50; and, in the North Market neighborhood, veggie-forward Little Eater. The Short North Arts District offers access to the city’s local businesses like the new fashion store Thread and the original Jeni’s ice cream store. But don’t skip Italian Village and German Village neighborhoods, where innovators and dreamers have opened destination shops like Stump Plants and Vernacular and bars like Cosecha. Daniel Scheffler

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48/52 Plovdiv, Bulgaria: A city ready for the spotlight

With its colourful, cobblestoned historic centre, well-preserved Roman ruins and lively art scene, Bulgaria’s second-largest city is surprisingly overlooked by tourists who favour the quirky, post-Soviet charm of the country’s capital, Sofia. But as a European cultural capital of 2019, this gem is ready to shine. Organisers have planned more than 500 events throughout the city and its region, including concerts, open-air theatre performances and street-food fairs. Tucked into the heart of central Bulgaria and built on seven hills, Plovdiv features an artistic quarter called Kapana, whose winding streets are lined with galleries and stylish cafes, as well as a beautifully restored Roman amphitheatre that hosts summer opera performances under the stars. The city’s location at the foot of the Rhodope Mountains – with their stunning views of peaks and deep gorges — makes it an excellent launch point for hiking day trips. Ann Mah

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49/52 Vevey, Switzerland: A once-in-a-generation winegrowers’ festival on the Swiss Riviera

Everything runs like clockwork in Switzerland, including the Fête des Vignerons, although its timetable is considerably extended. This Unesco-recognised wine festival, which celebrates the viticultural traditions of the Lavaux and Chablais regions near Lake Geneva, takes place every 20 to 25 years in the heart of Vevey, a breathtaking lakeside town beneath sloping vineyards in the canton of Vaud. Since 1797, the date has been decided by the Confrérie des Vignerons, which has spent the past several years (and a reported 99 million Swiss francs, or roughly $98m) planning for the 12th edition, which will run from 18 July to 11 August. For the first time, tickets for the two-hour show can be purchased online. Oenophiles seeking a “full-bodied” experience of Helvetian wines, which are rarely exported, can also download the new app from the Canton of Vaud featuring eight wine-centric hiking routes, including one above Vevey. Erin Levi

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50/52 Cádiz province, Spain: Sparkling cities and towns in southwest Andalusia

At the tip of a peninsula thrust into the Atlantic, the city of Cádiz, a trading hub since 1100, has a vibe that’s more Havana than Madrid. A culinary renaissance is underway, with newcomers like Saja River and Codigo de Barra joining classics like El Faro. But the biggest gastronomic news lies across the bay in Puerto de Santa Maria, where Angel León’s Aponiente, which has three Michelin stars, offers a lyric poem to seafood (plankton risotto). A second León restaurant, Alevante, in nearby Sancti Petri just received its first star. Twenty minutes inland, Jerez de la Frontera is a cradle of the fortified wines known as sherry, which are now on the hot list of sommeliers and the craft-cocktail crowd. Beyond the cities, hilltop villages like Vejer de la Frontera lure expatriates with a blend of hip luxury hotels and art by the likes of Olafur Eliasson at NMAC sculpture garden. Add a stretch of Atlantic shore, and the province of Cádiz ticks all the boxes. Andrew Ferren

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51/52 Elqui Valley, Chile: Eclipse mania, and nights of dark skies

The Elqui Valley in Chile attracts a diverse group of wine and pisco aficionados, stargazers and nature lovers. In 2019, this tranquil agricultural region takes centre stage in the path of totality of a full solar eclipse 2 July. Demand for lodging around this time has far outstripped supply, with an estimated 300,000 people expected in the area, and even hotels at the nearby coastal town of La Serena are booked solid. But those travelling outside eclipse mania still have many reasons to stare at the exceptionally clear sky; the Elqui Valley was named the world’s first International Dark Sky Sanctuary as well as a centre of international global astronomy. When the sun is up, travellers can hike through vineyards or stroll through the streets of Vicuña, the largest city. It is a centre of pisco (brandy made in Chile and Peru) production and also the birthplace of poet Gabriela Mistral, winner of the 1945 Nobel Prize in Literature. Peter Kujawinski

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52/52 The islands of Tahiti: The birthplace of the overwater bungalow ups its ecotourism

Those looking to escape the news cycle can’t get much farther away than this south Pacific archipelago, also known as French Polynesia, which in 2019 celebrates the 250th anniversary of Captain James Cook’s arrival and subsequent trumpeting of its riches. Overwater bungalows were invented here: Tahiti’s clear waters offer views of more than 1,000 species of marine life. To guard against the climate change threatening parts of the region, the 118 islands and atolls have bolstered their conservation and ecotourism options. Paul Gauguin Cruises offers wildlife discovery immersions. Hotels are trying to decrease their carbon footprints: the Brando resort’s eco-friendly facilities include a coconut-oil-powered electric plant, an organic garden and solar panels. Resorts aren’t the only lodging option. The Tahitian Guesthouse experience unchains visitors from hotels and offers a more authentic Polynesian experience. Air Tahiti Nui just unveiled new jets with high-speed wifi. Sheila Marikar

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1/52 Puerto Rico: After a devastating hurricane, an island on its way back

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2/52 Hampi, India: An ancient archaeological complex becomes more accessible

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3/52 Santa Barbara, California: The ‘American Riviera’ becomes a hip food and wine haven

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4/52 Panama: New eco-friendly resorts open on the country’s Pacific coast

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5/52 Munich, Germany: Theatre. Art. Opera. What more do you want?

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6/52 Eilat, Israel: A newly accessible Red Sea paradise

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7/52 Setouchi, Japan: Art and nature harmonise in Japan’s inland sea

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8/52 Aalborg, Denmark: Architecture revitalises the waterfront

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9/52 The Azores, Portugal: The Caribbean comes to the middle of the Atlantic

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10/52 Ontario Ice Caves, Canada: See them now, as climate change may pose a threat

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11/52 Zadar, Croatia: Incomparable sunsets, a ‘sea organ’ and untrammelled islands

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12/52 Williamsburg, Virginia: The cradle of American democracy reflects on its past

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13/52 Las Vegas: Sin City bets big on culture

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14/52 Salvador, Brazil: The country’s original capital gets a makeover

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15/52 Danang, Vietnam: A spot for foodies and beachgoers

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16/52 Costalegre, Mexico: A beach vacation, without the crowds

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17/52 Paparoa Track, New Zealand: A new wilderness trail explores a remote national park

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18/52 Puglia, Italy: Baroque architecture and Adriatic beaches in Italy’s heel

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19/52 Tatra Mountains, Slovakia: Off-the-grid skiing, rock climbing and more

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20/52 Calgary, Alberta: A spectacular library adds to a once-neglected neighbourhood

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21/52 Olkhon Island, Lake Baikal, Russia: A natural wonder resisting the threats of development

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22/52 Huntsville, Alabama: Time to party like it’s 1969

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23/52 Falkland Islands (Islas Malvinas): Five kinds of penguins, easier to reach

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24/52 Aberdeen, Scotland: The granite city via brand new old-fashioned trains

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25/52 Golfo Paradiso, Italy: A rare unspoiled gem on the Italian Riviera

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26/52 Dessau, Germany: A big birthday for Bauhaus

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27/52 Tunis, Tunisia: The spark for the Arab Spring, still lit

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28/52 Gambia: Hippos and chimpanzees – and a renewed sense of hope

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29/52 Northern Rivers, Australia: Along a breezy coastline, boho paradise

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30/52 Frisian Islands and Wadden Sea: Oysters, seals, birds and dark skies on Europe’s wild left coast

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31/52 New York City: New cultural monuments, and remembrances of the past

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32/52 Chongli, China: Witness a winter sports revolution

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33/52 Orcas Island, Washington: A small island is attracting big-time foodies (and Oprah)

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34/52 Uzbekistan: Visa-free travel and reopened borders along the Silk Road

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36/52 Lyon, France: Soccer, sausage and fresh air

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37/52 Doha, Qatar: Avant-garde architecture blooms in the desert

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38/52 Batumi, Georgia: A hushed seaside escape

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39/52 Marseille, France: An influx of young creatives gives the city a new edge

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40/52 Wyoming: A sesquicentennial celebration of women’s suffrage in the Equality State

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41/52 Los Angeles: Finally, more than Grauman’s (groan)

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42/52 Dakar, Senegal: An oasis of freedom in a region of unrest

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43/52 Perth, Australia: A city transformed and enlivened

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44/52 Hong Kong: Dazzling infrastructure eases travel but could threaten independence

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45/52 Iran: Tourism cautiously returns to this Middle East jewel

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There are maybe a tiny handful of locals who have an extraordinary knowledge of a city’s bar and restaurant scene. Some people really do put the legwork in, but they’re generally doing so on a professional basis and are very much in the minority. Most people are fundamentally lazy about getting the best out of the city they live in.

The average local person doesn’t go to the most interesting bars – they go to their regular haunts that they’ve frequented for years, largely out of habit and because it’s where they know their friends will be. They eat in Nando’s and Zizzi, and drink in Greene King pubs. And if you think this doesn’t apply elsewhere, check how many people there are in any McDonald’s you walk past on holiday.

Locals probably haven’t visited many of the city’s tourist attractions, either. They might have ticked off the big ones 20 years ago, and perhaps dropped into a museum or two. But the full top 20 list from the guide book? Not a chance – these places will always be there. They can be visited when we’re older and the grandchildren are bored.

I’m as guilty of this as anyone – I’ve seen far more of London and Sydney since leaving than I ever did while living in either city. There’s more urgency to be inquisitive when time is limited.

Crucially, tourists and locals often want very different things from a city. There’s a reason why walking the remnants of the Berlin Wall, or tours of the Roman Forum, or ogling the Sagrada Familia are popular. They’re amazing, well worth travelling for and not available anywhere else. If you’re going somewhere for a weekend, it’s entirely to sane and logical to concentrate on things that are genuinely unique to that place. Or, at the very least, unusual and substantially different to what you might get within five miles of your house.

Similarly, it’s OK to want to go to the cocktail bar with dazzling art nouveau ornamentation rather than the chilled-out, low key neighbourhood pub that has an enjoyable vibe, but is essentially much the same as those you might find in Manchester or Bristol. The quest for authenticity can go too far, slipping way too easily into the dull and non-descript.

The fetishisation of local knowledge tends to play out worst when it comes to tour guides. The most useless guides are almost always the ones who have lived in the destination all their lives. It’s not always the case, but a lack of perspective often shines through, leading to scenarios where a guide is banging on about hospitals and how long the largely terrible department store has been running for. When you’ve no reference points from elsewhere, it’s tough to know what’s interestingly distinctive for a visitor and what’s a bog standard feature of similarly-sized cities.

The outsider’s eye is much better at telling the difference and it’s often the case that the most valuable locals, both as guides and recommendation-generation machines, are people who have moved to the city from elsewhere. They’re the ones who have had to figure it out, be sociable with strangers they didn’t grow up with, and understand where things work differently.

That rare voraciously interested local that actually fits the “like a local” ethos? Chances are, they’re an adopted local, who once landed in an alien city in much the same way you’re doing. They’ll also be wise enough to tell you to do the big tourist sites before even attempting to simulate everyday life.

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20 THOUGHTS: Winter is Coming, but has anyone heard from the Dees?

WHY do we even bother each year with predictions

No-one gave the Eagles or Pies a sniff last pre-season and look how that turned out. And then this year’s recipe was to be “well it must be Melbourne, or perhaps Richmond again” and so far one is winless without a friend and the other is losing troops to injury and elbow tourettes by the week.

We have two undefeated sides left, the one who bombed out of last year’s elimination final staring down a couple years of pain and one who has suffered its pain but we thought not seemingly ready for anything much better just yet.

It’s a good thing it’s all so even no doubt but when the sports editor comes to you next February for final eight predictions, you could do a lot worse than just ask your Nan for her eight favourite footy mascots and just submit those, you’ll look no less foolish than said experts.

1. Firstly before the Demons, how’s the A-League and NRL totally ramping up the sook on the state of the SCG surface? The Swans and AFL are cautious but the Round Two game played fine for footy, however the round ball code is particularly aggrieved. But it’s a bit like Nokia staff having a whinge that the vodka on offer at the staff xmas party is Absolut and not Grey Goose – when people aren’t interested at all in what you’re selling 9-5 you haven’t got much right to complain about higher standards I wouldn’t think.

2. So Melbourne’s stone motherless. Could have got properly low odds on them for the flag four weeks ago, now they’ve blown out like Clive Palmer on a humid day. Yes, there’s the fancy clearance and contested ball stats but for mine its straightforward – when the ball enters the backline it just ends up in a score, there’s no defence, as it were. Three weeks in a row now teams have just waltzed it in.

3. Swans this week up there, won’t be super straightforward. This column doesn’t rate the 2019 Bloods, although big fans of the club holistically, so there’s definitely an opportunity to get this treacherous season back on track. But another loss and it’ll be 13 wins needed from 18, that’s a tall order no matter how fancied the list is.

4. As for the other end of the table – Geelong, bloody hell. Had an off Pies first week, smashed the bottom team week two and then grabbed the Crows in Adelaide week three, I don’t doubt they’re better than we anticipated but I don’t get 2007 de ja vu watching them. Giants at home a good test this week.

5. And then second is Brisbane, now that’s a similar story. West Coast play them again it’s the Eagles by a heap. North have shown very little in 2019 and then last week had a nice win against Port who like travelling as much as a couple car-sick toddlers up a mountain road. Again, better than we had thought but if Essendon really wants it they can hand the Lions their first loss this week at the ‘G and I wouldn’t blink twice. Hold your fire on those Premiership tattoos basically.

6. If Michael Christian suspends you – just challenge it. Cox one down to none, now Dusty two down to one. Feels like Chrisso is your car insurance renewal and then the Tribunal is the Retention team who are just armed and ready who’ll discount for a good yarn.

7. Giants are the best team in it so far for mine, yes there’s the easy win first up and got shown up by West Coast who weren’t going to lose on flag-unfurling night. But just on how they look and what they’re able, they have the most weapons and weapons looking ominious at that, I mean Jeremy Cameron looks on, Steve Coniglio and Lachie Whitfield look better if possible than last year, they scare me more off three weeks work than Geelong has, to this point.

8. Gaff comes back and picks up 35, oh joy. Is it too late for him to run in next month’s election, because surely he’d be the nation’s pick as preferred PM, how perfect is he? Let’s get something clear, last year’s final series and the Eagles didn’t miss him one bit. When the Pies got two kicks up late in the Granny no-one was screaming “well, its coz Gaff isn’t there, that’s why”. Nice numbers, but spare me the affirmation.

9. And to a lesser extent, Lachie Neale. Um, for those who play SuperCoach they’ll know he has always been a stellar ball magnet, and won two of the last three Freo B&Fs. He aint no mug. This ain’t no Chris Fagan reclamation project, its like someone all of a sudden trying to tell us Nutella’s grouse – yeah tell us something we don’t know.

10. Hasn’t kicked a goal yet, and he has only played Gold Coast and St Kilda, but Jesse Hogan might end up being totally ripper for Freo. 21 touches first game, 16 and 6 marks on the weekend, moving well, bloody talented to boot, if the Dockers can forget they’re the Dockers and realise they can be a decent footy side, Hogan could win them a final as soon as this year, just saying.

11. Yeah the below the knees rule stinks. Well not stinks, but has a light aroma that ye old Glen 20 won’t mask. The Tom Phillips one on the weekend needn’t be a free, but the rules state it is. Hocking, where was that rule change?

12. Majak Daw is running reasonably freely now. Bloody hell, who cares about the other 19 thoughts I’ve penned, here’s a man who, let’s be honest, “most likely” tried to take his own life (yep we’ll say it) and who can live to tell the tale. Far from me to advise anyone in that situation but the good that can come from this sad but optimistic story given his position is profound – we wish him so, so well.

13. Robbo. Chad Wingard is a two-time All Australian, not someone plucked out of the Diggers Rest reserves. He has been good for six years, hardly a “master stroke”. Robbo probably loses his shirt when he goes to a mates for a barbecue and tries Asahi for the first time, Mark, we’re well ahead of you pal.

14. So the Vegans had a protest, good on them. Nothing more ironic than seeing someone holding a “meat is murder” placard whilst wearing a leather jacket. Yeah work on your strategy a little better for next time friends.

15. Back to the footy, so we have the Blues, Dees and Roos 0-3. We’ve already covered off the Dees, but how about the other two. Firstly North, Crows and Dons the next two at Marvel then Port over there the week after. A right chance to be 0-6 and Brad Scott’s as good as done.

16. Then Carlton. We are well due for improvement, something to show they’re on the way up, maybe not finals but something better than Level B3 parking. Suns will start favourite up there this weekend, the Dogs next are good, so that could easily be 0-5 and all too familiar once again, with the Hawks down in Launy in Round Six. The old, dark Navys come Round Seven face the Roos on Mother’s Day, the losing coach is a million percent hitting up seek.com.au

17. Shining light for the Blues though, Harry McKay. Averaging five contested marks a game, leads the league. He and Charlie Curnow are a terrific combo to build around, they’ve got bloody good kids, it’s incumbent on Bolton to show his wares or move along.

18. Less than 80 tackles between the two Grand Finalists on Saturday night, the big dance last year the Pies laid 104 by themselves. If they come together again later in the year it won’t look anything like that so Pies fans can be optimistic – that’s now four losses within 12 months to the same team sure but all were not by much.

19. If Nat Fyfe can’t play this week in the Derby that’ll be a crying shame, Eagles are motoring and look terrific, and the Dockers aren’t at that level yet but showing good promise. But no Fyfe, it’s the reigning Premiers by how much.

20. Federal Election coming up soon, and the topic de jour has been Billy Shorten’s claim he wants to push 50% of all car sales to be electric vehicles by 2030. Old creep-nuts ScoMo has laughed off the suggestion, accusing that his opponent is now the ‘enemy of the ute owner’. Now Scott, Toyota sells more cars in this country than anyone and they’re committed to electrifying the entire lineup by 2025, which is five years earlier than Shorten’s policy, and it will be six years after we’ve forgotten you.

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Last Saturday, ADHD hosted what was a brutal display of metal at the Malone’s concert venue in Santa Ana. All bands were exclusively local bands from California, the genres varied from black metal to thrash metal and the ambiance was set with the intensity of all bands that participated. Acts like Sacrificial Slaughter, Nokturne, Voices of Ruins and Exmortus created a neck breaking atmosphere. The Ruin Fest had commenced and the end of year couldn’t have been commemorated any better than with masters of shred, gory vocals and malignant lyrics.

On the separate stages, fans would alternate after each band finished playing their set and they were ready for more head splitting sounds. Sacrificial Slaughter played an insane set, with an energized vocalist ( Steve Worley) who roared to the sounds of the guitars (Necro Nick & James Sorley) tremolo and decapitating drum work by Jake De Los Santos. The band delivered a magnificent set of reckless tracks, the fans raged as the bassist (Jorge Dominguez) virulently slapped the bass and the guitar riffs were relentless. Sacrificial Slaughter Hail from Corona, California with a blend of death metal and grind core; non-the-less they executed their music savagely and infected the audience with rage and the plethora of guitar solos were captivating.

Another band that delivered a potent set was Gravespell surfacing from San Diego, Ca. They have killer riffs and the drummer ravaged his kit as the bass notes were delivered in a rampage to demonstrate a deeper tone. This band surprised me, as they went on stage and immediately delivered their best songs captivating the attention of the by standers. The melodies were present as they played songs off their latest album titled Frostcrown, they are a blend of thrash metal and melodic power metal with elements of heavy metal and black metal. A perfect composition, and live performance is what this band exposed Santa Ana to that night. With a progressive touch on guitars, Gravespell raged harder than a 70’s rocker on acid. This band has a great future ahead, as they continue to deliver magnificent work.

There was a moment for clean singing in this bill too, and the band who delivered powerful clean chords were Thorns of Sin. With their perfectly executed set, both guitarist played with passion and energy. They delivered their most notorious work on stage and the crowd were sucked in to the vortex this band created.

Sergio Varela is the creator of all aspects of this band, however the line up he conjured for this show was far beyond great. Their chemistry on stage was natural, as solos were played, as the drums were hammered furiously; this Blackened thrash metal band conquered the ears of those whostood before them.

The following act was no other than black metal purveyors Imperialist. Crawling from the dark corners of hell, Imperialist is the modern wave of black metal rooted to old school legendary devastating Norwegian Black Metal. Their sound is riveting. However, their theme is a bit different which relates to space and the future a different take but the musicianship is there. Their live show was captivating, with fog setting the dark atmosphere all four members stood tall on stage. They violated their guitars, bass and drums to perforate your soul countless time in a vile attempt to deliver furious music notes. Sergio Soto, on vocals and guitars delivered an ominous recital of malignant lyrics, meanwhile behind his throne sat Rod Quinones. Ron Quinones hammered furiously to songs like “The Singularity”, a mind bending black metal tune. Joshua Alvarez on bass headbanged as he annihilated those who stood before him with ease, perfect synchronicity at its finest. Bryant Quinones, the second guitarist played marvelous rhythmic guitars and expelled vicious riffs with talent. The set was dark, and their sound was simply a mind bending vortex, which will drag you in to the darkness with classic black metal style. Imperialist is on the rise of raw black metal straight from California, if you are looking for that vicious attack make sure to check out their newest release titled Cipher out now.

There was another black metal act on the bill and that was Los Angeles, Ca local named Nokturne. The band has been active since 2005, with some line up changes with remaining original bassist Necrovomitus and guitarist Kaiser Drakon (aka Funeral). The very first time I heard their sound was from the album titled Embrace of Dark Ages and I got sucked into the rawness and heart chilling sound they delivered. On stage you could see the new vocalist Pogrom goring and delivering a brutal set. The band sounded tight, with drummer Lord Doom slamming away as he wore a skull mask. The speed he delivered each blow and pow was phenomenal and mesmerizing to watch. The guitar work done by Funeral was what captivated me as a teenager, filled with distortion, fury and darkness. The band delivered a black arts performance, you must watch this band live if its the last thing you do on earth.

A Malone’s venue favorite, Voices of Ruin played a neck breaking set, per usual the fans went crazy. This band delivered melodic death metal at unprecedented speeds with gory vocals by Dave Barrett. Both guitarist on each end delivered a skull bashing performance, with speedy guitar solos by Tom Barrett and heavy riffs (Steve Carlton) giving depth to the bass work by Wally Myers; Voices of Ruin amped the crowd. Voices of Ruin have toured world wide gaining fans from all corners of the world and Santa Ana receives them with arms wide opened each time they pay in the area. The drum work by Lonnie Vanhorn is a destructive force which allows fans to mosh and rage. The band has been active since 2008, and their following keeps growing as they play with passion.

The night came to an end as the headliner and masters of the shred went on stage, Exmortus the Whittier, California locals brought their sword and shield to Malone’s. The fantastic duo Jardan “Conan” Gonzales and Chase E. Baker are a thrill to watch live. With their alternating killer solos to their mesmerizing chemistry on stage, Exmortus enamors lovers of the steel. The band currently released their newest endeavor titled The Sound of Steel, via Prosthetic Records and it is a powerful melodic piece of work. If you are fond of thrash metal, and songs like Rainbow’s with battle themes, sword yielding and bloodshed than Exmortus is for you. Each track is technically composed with the blend of neoclassical metal and the hammering on drums by Adrian Aguilar who stepped to the throne after Carlos Cruz; definitely a great fit. His energy and speed will leave you speechless, all you see is his long curly hair moving from place to place. Phillip Nunez on bass executes magnificently. From tracks like “Feast of Flesh” to “Riders of Doom”, you are guaranteed a plethora of perpetual guitar solos, bridges that will blow your mind and hammering at speeds of light. There was a special performance by the band, in spirit of the holiday season they performed a Christmas song, pure joy indeed. The sounds of Exmortus are being recognized in Germany, Canada and America it is only a matter of time for them to blow to larger proportions. Conan recently was nominated for best guitarist by Metal Injection, and his performance live and on record defines what he can do and continue to deliver with his axe. Chase Becker is simply a monster of the shred too, playing with agility and ease he delivers hammering riffs, solos that will bend your mind and floor you. Make sure to check out their newest release The Sound of Steel and check them out live with legendary thrash metal kings Death Angel at San Francisco’s Slims.

By: Jose Barrientos

Photos by: Jose Barrientos

Ruinfest 2018, California’s Finest Metal at Malone’s Concert Venue Last Saturday, ADHD hosted what was a brutal display of metal at the Malone’s concert venue in Santa Ana.

#ADHD Entertainment #Black Metal #Death Metal #Exmortus #Gravespell #Imperialist #Malone&039;s Concert Venue #Melodic Death Metal #Nokturne #Rockbrary #Ruinfest 2018 #Sacrificial Slaughter #Thorns of Sin #Voices of Ruin

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October 31, 2018: Obituaries

Lael Carlton, 93

Mrs. Lael Catherine Carlton, age 93 of Boomer, passed away Wednesday October 24, 2018 at Westwood Hills Nursing and Rehab Center in Wilkesboro.

Graveside services will be held 11:00 AM November 3rd, 2018 at Zion Hill Baptist Church in Boomer with Rev. Karen Roberts officiating. The family will receive friends from 6:00 until 8:00 Friday evening November 2nd, at Reins Sturdivant Funeral Home.

Mrs. Carlton was born February 24, 1925 in Marana , AZ to Thomas Marvin Carlton and Hazel Myrtle Thompkins. She was retired from teaching at Moravian Falls Elementary School. While at Moravian Falls, she earned Teacher of the Year and became a member of the National Educational Association. Mrs. Carlton was a member of Wilkesboro United Methodist Church.

In addition to her parents, she was preceded in death by her husband Vernon "Pete" Carlton, a sister; Cleo Goff and a brother; Keith Carlton.

She is survived by a daughter; Cindy Winslow and husband Ernest of Boomer, two grandchildren; Brooke Crabtree and husband Josh of Bristow, VA and Amy De Souza and husband Brandon of Sterling, VA and two great grandchildren; Logan and Archer Crabtree.

Flowers will be accepted.

Bonnie Holleman, 76

Bonnie Mastin Holleman, age 76, of Millers Creek, passed away Saturday, October 27, 2018 at Westwood Hills Nursing & Rehab Center. She was born April 13, 1942 in Wilkes County to Robert Lee and Rexie Susie Jolly Mastin. Ms. Holleman was preceded in death by her parents; twin brother, Johnny and brother, Benny Mastin; and sisters, Elizabeth Bentley and Peggy Mastin.

Surviving are her children, Glenn Freeman and wife Robin of Elkin, Teresa Watkins and husband Chuck, Benny Freeman and partner Jim Thomapson all of North Wilkesboro, Dennis Holleman and wife Penny of Moravian Falls, Peggy Harrold and husband Tim of Millers Creek; grandchildren, Johnny Bare, Logan Freeman, Leanna Barker, Katie Holleman, Kasey Harrold, Tanner Harrold, Kaitlin Watkins, Taylor Watkins and Josh Harrold; sister, Ann Beamon; brother, Bobby Mastin; and nine great grandchildren.

Funeral service was held October 30, at Miller Funeral Chapel with Rev. Richard Harrold officiating. Burial followed in Ronda Cemetery. Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Wake Forest Baptist Health & Hospice, 126 Executive Drive, Suite 110, Wilkesboro, NC 28697. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

Pallbearers were Tim Harrold, Tanner Harrold, Josh Harrold, Chuck Watkins, Jim Thompson and Johnny Bare.

Shirley Pierce, 79

Mrs. Shirley Eller Pierce, age 79 of Wilkesboro, went home to be with her Lord on Friday, October 26th, 2018 after a courageous fight with Alzheimer's.

A Celebration of Life service was held October 28th, at New Hope Baptist Church in Purlear with Rev. Ron Brookshire and Rev. Darrell Poole officiating. Burial was in the church cemetery.

Mrs. Pierce was born December 24, 1938 in Wilkes County to Carm and Allie Wolfe Eller. She was retired from the Golden Chain Jewelry store which she owned and operated. Mrs. Pierce was a member of New Hope Baptist Church.

She was preceded in death by her parents, her first husband; Carl Wayne Smith, her daughter; Kathy Harris, a brother; Wayne Eller and a sister; Betty Shumate.

Mrs. Pierce is survived by her husband of forty nine years, Thomas Parks Pierce, Jr. (Tom) of the home, two sons; Michael Smith and wife Sharon of North Wilkesboro and Ricky Smith and wife Wanda of Wilkesboro, three grandchildren; Tim Smith of Knoxville, Tennessee, Valerie Lovette of Wilkesboro and Megan Smith of Wilkesboro, two great grandchildren; Carter and Carson Lovette and a sister; Alene Faw and husband Bobby of Millers Creek.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to the Alzheimer's Association 4600 Park Road Suite 250 Charlotte, NC 28209 or Wake Forest Care at Home Hospice 126 Executive Drive Suite 110 Wilkesboro, NC 28697.

Pallbearers will be Jeremy Lovette, Reggie Teague, Steve Johnson, Charles Church, Benjy Rutledge, Gary Smith and Larry Lewis.

Jerry Johnson, 82

Mr. Jerry Maynard Johnson, age 82 of Millers Creek, passed away Thursday, October 25, 2018 at Villages of Wilkes Traditional Living in North Wilkesboro.

Funeral services were held October 28th, at Reins Sturdivant Chapel with Rev. Mark Hall officiating. Burial was in Grace Baptist Church cemetery (Windy Gap).

Mr. Johnson was born August 21st, 1936 in Wilkes County to Paul Lester Johnson and Era Mae Oakley Johnson. He was retired from Holly Farms/Tyson.

Mr. Johnson was in the 1956 graduating class of Wilkes Central High School and was a member of Cricket Baptist Church.

In addition to his parents, he was preceded in death by his wife; Shirley Anderson Johnson, three brothers; Coy, Alton and Clyde Johnson and a sister; JoAnn Johnson Prevette.

Mr. Johnson is survived by a daughter; Rebecca Montoya and husband Jerry of Wilkesboro, a son; Barry Johnson of Marion, NC, a grandchild; Brandon Montoya, four sisters; Phyllis Call and husband Guilford of North Wilkesboro, Linda Collins and husband Bill of North Wilkesboro, Freda Sharpe and husband Jerry of Harmony and Janette Johnson of North Wilkesboro, three brothers; Joe Johnson and wife Wanda of Statesville, Roy Johnson and wife Beth of North Wilkesboro and James Johnson of Mocksville and two sister in laws; Linda Johnson and Joan Johnson both of North Wilkesboro.

Flowers will be accepted or memorials may be made to Villages of Wilkes Traditional Living. 204 Old Brickyard Road North Wilkesboro, NC 28659.

Margaret Phillips, 91

Margaret Elizabeth Phillips, age 91, of North Wilkesboro, passed away Thursday, October 25, 2018 at Wake Forest Baptist Health-Wilkes Regional. She was born June 30, 1927 in Chicago, Illinois to Clarence Gervais and Edna Price. Margaret was a member of Zion Hill Baptist Church and attended Sunday School. She loved sewing for her family and canning. Mrs. Phillips was preceded in death by her parents; her husband, Robert Lee Phillips; three brothers; and two sisters.

Surviving are her daughters, Linda Blackburn and husband Eldridge of Wilkesboro, Brenda McCray and husband Allen of Conover; grandchildren, Denise Gentry and husband Dean of North Wilkesboro, Robin Joines of Rutherford College, Shawn Staley of Millers Creek; great grandchildren, Brooklyn Gentry of Huntersville, Ashlyn Joines of Rutherford College, Sterling Gentry of North Wilkesboro and Grayson Joines of Rutherford College.

Graveside service was held October 27, at Zion Hill Baptist Church Cemetery with Rev. Leon Church officiating.

The family has requested no flowers. Memorials may be made to Zion Hill Baptist Church, 2552 Boomer Road, Boomer, NC 28606.

Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

Glenn Hodges, 84

Glenn Mansfield Hodges, age 84, of Ferguson, passed away Tuesday, October 25, 2018 at his home. Glenn was born June 25, 1934 in Watauga County to Bill Pennell and Lou Hodges. He enjoyed bluegrass music, hunting, fishing and his dogs. Mr. Hodges was preceded in death by his parents; and a sister, Annie.

Surviving are his wife, Arizona Younce Hodges; daughters, Susie Hodges Hamby and husband Bobby, Reaona Austin, Bonnie Mangum all of Ferguson; son, Dan Hodges and wife Tina of Lenoir; grandchildren, Tenna Blankenship and husband Randy of Ferguson, Christy Hayes and husband Jason of North Wilkesboro, Tony Spears of Lenoir, Jessica Hamby of Elizabethton, Tennessee, Zachary Ward and wife Kristin of Taylorsville, Tyler Andrews and wife Jody and Eric Andrews all of Lenoir; brothers, Jack Hodges and wife Reaona of Ferguson, Clyde Church and wife Sharon and John Church all of Halifax, Virginia; and ten great grandchildren.

Funeral service was October 25, at Mt. Zion Baptist Church in Ferguson with Rev. Sherrill Wellborn officiating. Burial followed in the Church Cemetery in Ferguson.

Flowers will be accepted. Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

Olden Arnold, 64

Olden Dallas Arnold, age 64, of Purlear, passed away Tuesday, October 23, 2018 at his home. He was born September 1, 1954 in Clermont County, Ohio to Elzie and Elsie Durham Arnold. Mr. Arnold was preceded in death by his parents; and a brother, Gary Arnold.

Surviving are his children, Dallas Arnold of Purlear, Jalina Johnson and husband Kelly of Purlear, Jeremy Arnold of Wilkesboro, Cody Arnold of Springdale, Ohio; sister, Diane Bowling of Cincinnati, Ohio; six grandchildren; and two great grandchildren.

No service will be held.

Miller Funeral Service is in charge of the arrangements.

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Entertainment Legends Who Should Receive The Kennedy Center Honors (2018 Edition)

Here is an update of the list that I did last year. I’m putting in new names and taking off those that have since passed away. I will update periodically.

Actors:

Alan Alda, Jane Alexander, Michael Caine, Zoe Caldwell, Leslie Caron, Diahann Carroll, Glenn Close, Billy Crystal, Daniel Day-Lewis, Olivia de Havilland, Judi Dench, Robert Duvall, Harrison Ford, Boyd Gaines, Joel Grey, Gene Hackman, Rosemary Harris, Anthony Hopkins, Glenda Jackson, Kevin Kline, Frank Langella, Nathan Lane, Jessica Lange, Ian McKellen, Helen Mirren, Christopher Plummer, Carl Reiner, Maggie Smith, Dean Stockwell, Dick Van Dyke, Denzel Washington, Betty White

Composers/Conductors:

John Adams, Daniel Barenboim, Valery Gergiev, Phillip Glass, John Corigliano, Dave Grusin, Gershon Kingsley, Francis Lai, Michel Legrand, Johnny Mandel, Ennio Morricone, Krzysztof Penderecki, Mike Post, Simon Rattle, Steve Reich, Lalo Schifrin, Leonard Slatkin, Michael Tilson-Thomas, La Monte Young, Hans Zimmer

Dancers/Choreographers:

Toni Basil, Savion Glover, Cynthia Gregory, Kenny Ortega, Susan Stroman, Tommy Tune

Directors:

Woody Allen, Francis Ford Coppola, Stanley Donen, Ron Howard, James Ivory, Norman Jewison, Franco Zefferelli

Musicians:

Herb Alpert, Vladimir Ashkenazy, Emanuel Ax, Burt Bacharach, Yefim Bronfman, Larry Carlton, Ron Carter, Ry Cooder, Chick Correa, Stanley Drucker, Bela Fleck, James Galway, Evelyn Glennie, Jimmy Heath, Keith Jarrett, Kim Kashkashian, Wynton Marsalis, Jean-Luc Ponty, Arturo Sandoval, Peter Schickele, Wayne Shorter, Pinchas Zukerman

Singers:

ABBA, Paul Anka, Charles Aznavour, Janet Baker, Cecilia Bartoli, Kathleen Battle, Shirley Caesar, José Carreras, Carol Channing, Eric Clapton, Judy Collins, Phil Collins, Renee Fleming, Barry Gibb, Kiri Te Kanawa, Allison Krauss, Jerry Lee Lewis, Gladys Knight, Little Richard, Patti Lupone, Audra McDonald, Bette Midler, Sherrill Milnes, Liza Minnelli, Van Morrison, Bernadette Peters, Samuel Ramey, The Rolling Stones, Linda Ronstadt, Renata Scotto, Bryn Terfel, Frankie Valli, Frederica von Stade, Willard White

Theatrical People:

Emanuel Azenberg, Alain Boubil/Claude-Michel Schonberg, Peter Brook, Michael Frayn, Athol Fugard, David Hare, Sheldon Harnick, Bill Irwin, James Lapine, David Mamet, Terrence McNally, Alan Menken, Trevor Nunn, Tim Rice, Stephen Schwartz, Peter Sellars, Tom Stoppard, Charles Strouse, Jonathan Tunick, Jerry Zaks

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