Built as the main exhibit pavilion for the 1882 Exhibition Trade Fair, it then had a life as the fire station in Ponce for over 100 years. Now, it’s a museum dedicated to Ponce’s firemen.
Check out the Moorish influence.
Parque de Bombas
Ponce or San Juan?
Most people immediately think of San Juan when you mention you’re traveling to Puerto Rico. Most of the time, they would be correct.
Recently, we did travel to San Juan. But, we included a trip to the south side of the island and visited Ponce and the area surrounding it.
I’ll tell you about the mountains, driving, meeting a huge semi on a one and a half lane road…and more. Stay tuned.
Cheese, Fruit, and Wine…What’s not to love?
Sante…
Wake Up in Paris and Hit the Streets
For an amazing view of Paris, head to the top of the Eiffel Tower. Be sure to purchase your tickets on line before you go to avoid long lines.
Take a tour around the Arc de Triomphe.
Spend some time in the Galeries Lafayette. Don’t forget to check out all the ceilings, stained glass, and art deco.
Markets…More Than Food
In Beaune, France the markets provide plenty of opportunities for photos. Sure, the food is great. But, so are the photos.
Use the Metro
When in Paris, use the Metro. It’s an easy and safe way to travel throughout Paris. Remember to pay attention to your purse or backpack.
If you know you will be using the Metro several times, buy a set of 10 Metro tickets. It’s a better value and comes in handy. You can also get a free app with a Paris Metro map. Probably easier than looking at a large map…
Luxembourg
Check out the Luxembourg Street Markets…flowers everywhere
Ride the Loop
Take a train ride in Georgetown, Colorado. The Georgetown Loop is an historic mining and railroad park. Only 45 miles west of Denver, this a a fun way to see part of the history.
Global Entry and Your Passport
If you have Global Entry and you renew your passport…you’ll need to update the passport number associated with your Global Entry memberships before you travel with your new passport.
It’s an easy process. Log into GOES, go to update the document’s number, and add your new passport number.
Also, if you have a name change or a status change, you’ll need to go in person to get that changed on your Global Entry. Go to the same place where you obtained your original one.
REAL ID
REAL ID is a coordinated effort by the states and the Federal Government to improve the reliability and accuracy of state-issued identification documents, which should inhibit terrorists’ ability to evade detection by using fraudulent identification. REAL ID implements a 9/11 Commission recommendation urging the federal government to “set standards for the issuance of sources of identification, such as driver’s licenses.”
DHS is implementing REAL ID through a period of phased enforcement over the next several years. In particular, the date for implementing the prohibition on boarding aircraft travel will be set after an evaluation of earlier phases and will not occur sooner than 2016.
Check out more facts at http://www.dhs.gov/real-id-public-faqs.