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Cocktails and potato chips at an important meeting by the pool. The misses and I are starting to think about another South Pacific vacation next year.
Pence Springs started off as a Spring Resort. It closed as a hotel in 1929 when the Depression hit. It became a girl's school for a short period of time. In hard times, it became a women's prison. In harder times, it was abandoned completely. In better times, it was restored and it became a Spring Resort again, which is when I took this picture. It is probably one of the best places I have ever been to in my whole life. The place is beautiful. The grounds were beautiful. Everything was beautiful. The food was fantastic. The service was amazing. The basement bar has a secret passage down to the railway tracks because it used to be a speakeasy. The third floor still had a solitary confinement cell. I spend a lot of time thinking about how great it is and how much I wish I could go back. Alas, it hit bad times again and now is a home for wayward boys, last I checked. A lot of the grounds have been partitioned off and sold separately. It broke my heart! They don't even let people on the grounds anymore. :( I can only hope that someone will turn it back into a hotel again so I can go back. :(
Other info: The animals and Indians frequented the springs here before white settlement. The original 1800s hotel that was built on this site burned in 1912. This hotel replaced it in 1916 and opened in 1918. The water from this spring won 2nd place at the World's Fair in 1904.
One of the best things about this hotel? No TVs in the rooms. :) You have to amuse yourself with books in the library or other pursuits. Only TV was in the bar. Also, there were radios in the rooms, but this is in the middle of nowhere and there was zero reception, haha. :) Most relaxing week I've ever had!
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See the rest of my pics from this wonderful place!: flickr.com/photos/nessachan/tags/pencesprings/
I'm organizing my vacation up north and I swear it takes me twice as long thanks to Trip Advisor. Just when I think I've found a great place to stay, I check out Trip Advisor to see what others have to say. And there's always that one person who says the bed was hard, the bathroom had bugs, dirty towels and the carpet was stained. I suppose if 90% of the reviews are favorable I shouldn't worry about the one odd ball.
So here I am fielding calls from clients who all want their work done before Christmas while I'm feverishly trying to plan my road trip and get the hell out of here. Having your own business has its pluses and minuses and trying to juggle work and a vacation is a challenge.
UPDATE: Okay so after reading all your posts, I decided to go ahead and book part of my vacation at the Pacific Grove Inn. I wish there was a picture of each room, not just a description, but I'm going to take the plunge, and go by 90% of the reviews and hope this place is as nice as it appears to be.
"Shreveport’s history and heritage can also be seen on the "Once in a "Millennium Moon" mega mural. This mural ties this area’s cultural legacy together. It is the largest public outdoor mural in the country spanning some 30,000 square feet on the 12-story AT&T building in downtown Shreveport. On the mural, the Caddo Indians, the area’s military installation Barksdale Air Force Base, and family heirlooms and community artifacts are depicted." link
"During the first two months of the Millennium Year, Meg Saligman and the staff of the Shreveport Regional Arts Council met with more than 75 organizations, interviewed hundreds of individuals about their ideas and heritage, photographed thousands of people for the mural and read every book written about this area!
Meg’s painting plan involved more than 2,600 people! She perfected a “paint by number” grid that is applied to sheets of plastic cloth. Once painted the cloth is “floated in acrylic” on the wall, much like wallpaper installation. Paint Parties were held all over Shreveport! Festival sites, parks, club meetings, art galleries, bank lobbies, and schools became home to paint sessions. The public commitment to work on the mural was awesome! More than 40% of the total mural has been painted by the community..." link
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"Shreveport’s history and heritage can also be seen on the "Once in a "Millennium Moon" mega mural. This mural ties this area’s cultural legacy together. It is the largest public outdoor mural in the country spanning some 30,000 square feet on the 12-story AT&T building in downtown Shreveport. On the mural, the Caddo Indians, the area’s military installation Barksdale Air Force Base, and family heirlooms and community artifacts are depicted." link
"During the first two months of the Millennium Year, Meg Saligman and the staff of the Shreveport Regional Arts Council met with more than 75 organizations, interviewed hundreds of individuals about their ideas and heritage, photographed thousands of people for the mural and read every book written about this area!
Meg’s painting plan involved more than 2,600 people! She perfected a “paint by number” grid that is applied to sheets of plastic cloth. Once painted the cloth is “floated in acrylic” on the wall, much like wallpaper installation. Paint Parties were held all over Shreveport! Festival sites, parks, club meetings, art galleries, bank lobbies, and schools became home to paint sessions. The public commitment to work on the mural was awesome! More than 40% of the total mural has been painted by the community..." link
"Shreveport’s history and heritage can also be seen on the "Once in a "Millennium Moon" mega mural. This mural ties this area’s cultural legacy together. It is the largest public outdoor mural in the country spanning some 30,000 square feet on the 12-story AT&T building in downtown Shreveport. On the mural, the Caddo Indians, the area’s military installation Barksdale Air Force Base, and family heirlooms and community artifacts are depicted." link
"During the first two months of the Millennium Year, Meg Saligman and the staff of the Shreveport Regional Arts Council met with more than 75 organizations, interviewed hundreds of individuals about their ideas and heritage, photographed thousands of people for the mural and read every book written about this area!
Meg’s painting plan involved more than 2,600 people! She perfected a “paint by number” grid that is applied to sheets of plastic cloth. Once painted the cloth is “floated in acrylic” on the wall, much like wallpaper installation. Paint Parties were held all over Shreveport! Festival sites, parks, club meetings, art galleries, bank lobbies, and schools became home to paint sessions. The public commitment to work on the mural was awesome! More than 40% of the total mural has been painted by the community..." link
As the days grow warmer, we're taking our first dips in the pool! When are you planning to arrive at our hotel? Let us know in the comments!
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Good morning, friends! Enjoy your day and start dreaming of your next summer vacation at our hotel. We're excited to see you all again soon!
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“Time to pull the mini figures out and play! It’s Picture character day. Do you still use paper maps? What is your favourite way to use a map? Pull out your character and show us what type of map your go-to choice is.” ~ Diane
Mr. Sock Monkey is excited to help us plan our next vacation! We love driving trips because they allow us to discover many fun and interesting places along the way to our destination. While we enjoy using paper maps to plan our trips, the GPS in our car has been invaluable while driving. It has saved us from getting lost numerous times in urban areas and roads with extensive construction.
“Life is a journey, not a destination.” ~ Ralph Waldo Emerson
We are all buzzing with excitement! The new year brings fresh anticipation for the upcoming season. When are you planning your visit?
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The 605 foot (184 meter) Space Needle was envisioned by Edward E. Carlson, who was president of Western International Hotels. Carlson’s sketch became an icon for the 1962 World’s Fair in Seattle, and after many adaptations, architect John Graham and his team of architects transformed...
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Day 218: Did this years vacation planning together with my wife as we need to tell our bosses when we want to take our holidays this year.
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Yes, I love the fact that vacation is right around the corner, however... there are so many things I've got to get taken care of before I leave! I'm going nuts! My brain has not shut down yet... one thing after another!
Aaahhhhh!
We're excited to open our doors soon! Before your visit, remember to request a room with a pool view. Isn't that a nice touch?
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You might think your kids are too young for this, but I am glad to tell you that we are in the jet age where the thing you had never imagined are becoming realities so as your children are also getting smarter than you had expected. You must have them actively participate in the planning and packing for your trip.
Make sure you try this on your next trip, it works.
Day 276: Many have asked about a Farmer's Market in Abilene. It just so happens that we have one located right in the heart of historic downtown across the street from Frontier Texas! You still have a little bit of time left to visit it before the first freeze. It's seasonal and open Tuesday, Thursday and Saturday. For more information, check out this Farmer's Market blog by our own, Shanna Smith Snyder: www.vacationplanning.net/blogs/blog_shanna/10-09-08/Abile...
Photo courtesy of Wesley Hearn.
vacation time has been approved. a large part of the booking is completed and now i have to renew my expired passport. i hope the coming ten years takes me to as many cool places as the last ten.
273/365
On bright and sunny days, we can't help but dream about our opening day!
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Day 285: The Pumpkin Patch at Disability Resources, Inc. is always a fall favorite in Abilene, and certainly a photo op you won't want to miss. For more information, check out this Vacation Planning blog by Shanna Smith Snyder: www.vacationplanning.net/blogs/blog_shanna/10-10-14/A_Pho...
Photo courtesy of Disability Resources, Inc.
Top 10 Cruise Lines Ranked by Food, Vibe and Value!
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A whistleblower just leaked internal cruise food quality scores - and the results will surprise you. The cruise line charging $300 per night ranked dead last for food, while a budget cruise most travelers skip is beating five-star restaurants.
This video breaks down the top 10 cruise lines ranked by their actual food quality, not their marketing. We’ll reveal which companies are hiring world-class chefs, and which ones are cutting corners while charging premium prices. Whether you’re considering Virgin Voyages, Disney, Royal Caribbean, or Carnival - this is the ranking you need before booking your next trip.
We included cruise food rankings, hidden cruise food gems, and surprising wins from lines like Holland America and Celebrity Cruises. These leaked scores show which ships deliver value - and which ones deliver disappointment.
If you’re planning a cruise in 2025, want to avoid food disasters, or just curious how your favorite line ranks, don’t miss this!
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