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ames1968
Portland

Fushimi Inari Taisha Shrine

(in Japan > Honshu > Kinki > Kyōto-fu > Kyoto)

Worth visiting!

It is lovely!

I really love this place. It is probably my favorite shrine in Japan (at least thus far). I’ve visited each time I’ve been in Japan. Yes, take the time to walk the trail. I believe it is about 4 km. You can stop for a beverage or food along the way.


ames1968
Portland

Uxmal

Worth visiting!

A review of this place: The best one so far.

I agree with everyone’s comments below. I’ve been to Coba, Tulum, Chichen Itza, Ek’Balam, Labna, Kabah, Sayil, and Xunantunich (in Belize). Uxmal is my favorite by far. Chichen Itza has such beautifully restored structures and Tulum such a great setting but both places are so crowded and closed off now. Uxmal is beautiful with the different layers. And, at least for now, you can climb many structures and touch the stones. It was so much more than I had imagined! Also, the night show is much, much better than the one at Chichen Itza. I recommend the Uxmal show.


ames1968
Portland

Merida

(in Mexico)

Worth visiting!

A review of this place

Warm, friendly, safe-feeling city. Lots of hustle and bustle. Crowded market places. Quiet courtyards and plazas. Interesting history. Many old colonial building and churches. We really liked it. Go visit!


ames1968
Portland

Antelope Island

Worth visiting!

Why I recommend this place to visitors

Get up close and personal with bison! Nice view of and access to the Great Salt Lake. Hike and picnic friendly. Very surreal place – like the ocean with no waves. Beautiful mountains surround.


ames1968
Portland

Sylvia Beach Hotel

Worth visiting!

A review of this place: Great hotel, great location!

We love this place. It isn’t for everyone. There are no phones, no TV, no pool – just books, ocean views, fireplaces, hot spiced wine and a couple of cats. It is funky, cozy, and relaxing. So much charm, in my opinion.


ames1968
Portland

Laos

(in Asia)

Worth visiting!

A review of this place: Fantastic

Oh, how we loved it! What a wonderful place. What nice people and relaxed feeling. I can’t wait to return someday.


ames1968
Portland

Port Townsend

Worth visiting!

A review of this place

Such a charming town! A true gem. Don’t miss Fort Worden while you’re there. Interesting relic in a beautiful location.


ames1968
Portland

Miyajima

Worth visiting!

A tip I have about this place

One of the three most beautiful places in Japan, they say. Watch out for those pesky deer, they’ll run off with your momiji-manju if you don’t watch out!


ames1968
Portland

Belize Zoo

Worth visiting!

A review of this place

Very Unique Zoo. See it if you can.


ames1968
Portland

Playa Del Carmen

Not worth visiting!

A review of this place: Giant Tourist Facade.

Not my cup of tea. Did I go all the way to Mexico and not see it?