There’s the seemingly endless traffic on the water, the vapour trails in the sky and the remarkable impact of light – neon reflecting from advertising signs overlooking the harbour or over otherwise darkened streets and alleyways. Then factor in centuries of culture, with temples, homes and ...
Mr Bibb, a 36-yearold former consultant who took over as mayor at the start of last year, lives in a one-bedroom apartment in downtown Cleveland, just a short walk away from his office in the city's grand neoclassical city hall."If we don't have a thriving urban core... we don'...
History is the thing here; head to the Neon Museum for a cool collection of vintage neon signs, or the imposing Mob Museum for a history of organized crime in America – connected to the Strip via the monorail, too. Where to Stay in Downtown Las Vegas midrange Golden Nugget Hotel– Repr...
During the day, Shinjuku is an excellent area for shopping, with several big modern shopping malls like Lumine, Takashimaya Times Square, and Odakyu filled with international and Japanese brands. But it’s in the evenings that Shinjuku comes alive, and the dazzling display of neon signs reveals ...
Check out Vegas Vic, one of the most iconic neon signs in the city. If you’re looking to see a different side of the city, check out the Old Las Vegas Mormon Fort dating back to the mid-1880s. If you’re looking to truly embrace the American way of life, have a meal at the ...
“It’s strictly nonprofit,” said Cannon. “We don’t want any flashing neon signs, nothing Hollywood.” Inside the museum, there are seven complete mannequins and three half figures, each with distinctively arched eyebrows, green eyes and a chiseled chin. They wear costumes from “The Great...
I am also tempted to finally buy a toaster. Been dithering over this one for months. Kind of settled on a Dualit long slot job on the basis that they are a quality brand. The ability to take sourdough is importante to me. Last night I finished booking most of the travel for our jaun...
Neon signs overlap with a lot of people’s memories because they’re so visual. It’s doubly so when the sign is attached to a wonderful place that you’re happy going to and supporting. Collectors Weekly: Can you give me a little bit of the history of neon? The Dublin House Ir...
Virtue signalling, yes, unfortunately there is probably that aspect to it, it must be said. But at the same time the signs form a curtain of strength around the area, stretching well beyond our little university bubble into the suburbs and countryside beyond. I’m proud of Durham for that...
There is a social virtual world where people go to spend time with friends, meet new ones, and have fun in a beautiful 3D environment.