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Radio Shack...Still Alive in Paradise!
Radio Shack is dead? Think again! The iconic electronics brand is alive and well in Latin America...now owned by Unicomer Group, Radio Shack is making a comeback in Latin America and the Caribbean. Join me for a visit to one of their locations in Aruba.
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Aruba's biggest Pagara! 6 Million Firecrackers going off along LG Smith Blvd...New Year's Eve 2023
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Aruba's biggest Pagara! What six million firecrackers going off look like. A common Aruban tradition on the day leading up to New Year's Eve is setting off a pagara, a long string of Chinese firecrackers. The pagara will be set off all around the island and mark the end of year for local businesses. According to the myth the firecrackers will also keep away any evil spirits.
Aruba Carnival Season 70 kicking off with the famous Lighting Parade...January 2024
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FAKKEL OPTOCHT Aruba 2024! The Lighting Parade that kicks off Carnival Season. Aruba's favorite evening carnival parade is a visual treat: thousands of tiny lights are incorporated into costumes, road pieces, and floats, intensifying the dramatic effect to an already stunning, creative display. Join us for a night of music, dancing, & fun on ONE HAPPY ISLAND!
Harbor Towers...Boston Waterfront...Condo Unit almost untouched since the 1970s!
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Harbor Towers...Boston Waterfront...Condo Unit almost untouched since the 1970s!
Scenes from a Dying Mall...The slow death of the once mighty Kingston Collection
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Scenes from a Dying Mall...The slow death of the once mighty Kingston Collection
Back in the Kayak! Exploring fogbound Bumpkin Island in Boston Harbor
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Back in the Kayak! Exploring fogbound Bumpkin Island in Boston Harbor
Aruba's famous Zeerover restaurant...touring this fantastic seafood eatery on the edge of the water!
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Aruba's famous Zeerover restaurant...touring this fantastic seafood eatery on the edge of the water!
Carnival Aruba 2023...First Full Carnival Since 2020...Music, Dance, & Fun!
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Carnival Aruba 2023...First Full Carnival Since 2020...Music, Dance, & Fun!
Traditional Aruban Home Near Surfside Beach! The best resort alternative vacation rental in Aruba!
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Traditional Aruban Home Near Surfside Beach! The best resort alternative vacation rental in Aruba!
Carnival Time in Aruba! It's parade season on One Happy Island!
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Carnival Time in Aruba! It's parade season on One Happy Island!
Riding the New York City Subway..Taking a trip on the F Train to Coney Island to get a Nathan's dog!
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Riding the New York City Subway..Taking a trip on the F Train to Coney Island to get a Nathan's dog!
Fantastic Island Food Find in West Palm Beach! A tour of Mr. Mack Island Grill
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Fantastic Island Food Find in West Palm Beach! A tour of Mr. Mack Island Grill
The Palm Beach Coral Cut...South Florida's Strange Geological Anomaly with a Haunted Legend!
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The Palm Beach Coral Cut...South Florida's Strange Geological Anomaly with a Haunted Legend!
Riding the Amtrak Northeast Regional Train from Boston to New York City
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Riding the Amtrak Northeast Regional Train from Boston to New York City
Exploring the Ancient Ruins of Monte Alban...Oaxaca, Mexico
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Exploring the Ancient Ruins of Monte Alban...Oaxaca, Mexico
The Last Wooden Escalator in New York FIXED! Recent Macy's repairs
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The Last Wooden Escalator in New York FIXED! Recent Macy's repairs
Riding the World Famous Wonder Wheel...Coney Island New York
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Riding the World Famous Wonder Wheel...Coney Island New York
Best Hotel Deal in Mexico City! The Hotel Imperial (Paseo Reforma)
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Best Hotel Deal in Mexico City! The Hotel Imperial (Paseo Reforma)
Riding the Mexico City Metro...Latin America's largest subway system!
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Riding the Mexico City Metro...Latin America's largest subway system!
Oaxaca's Big Bus Station...Quickest and Cheapest way to Puerto Escondito!
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Oaxaca's Big Bus Station...Quickest and Cheapest way to Puerto Escondito!
Best Budget Hotel in Oaxaca, Mexico! A quick tour of the Hotel Pasaje
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Best Budget Hotel in Oaxaca, Mexico! A quick tour of the Hotel Pasaje
DELICIOSA! Mexican Street Food...Oaxaca Edition!
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DELICIOSA! Mexican Street Food...Oaxaca Edition!
Riding the last Wooden Escalator in New York
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Riding the last Wooden Escalator in New York
Aruba... Walking around the Art Deco/Streamline buildings of the old Downtown of Oranjestad
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Aruba... Walking around the Art Deco/Streamline buildings of the old Downtown of Oranjestad
Carnival Aruba is BACK! 2022
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Carnival Aruba is BACK! 2022
Kayaking to SHUTTER ISLAND PART 2...Returning to Peddocks Island in Boston Harbor
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Kayaking to SHUTTER ISLAND PART 2...Returning to Peddocks Island in Boston Harbor
Riding the 'Babylon Berlin Elevator of Death'...Taking a spin on a rare functional Paternoster Lift
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Riding the 'Babylon Berlin Elevator of Death'...Taking a spin on a rare functional Paternoster Lift
Kayaking to SHUTTER ISLAND...Exploring historic Peddocks Island in Boston Harbor...PART 1
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Kayaking to SHUTTER ISLAND...Exploring historic Peddocks Island in Boston Harbor...PART 1
Kayak Camping Father & Daughter...Bumpkin & Slate Islands in Boston Harbor
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Kayak Camping Father & Daughter...Bumpkin & Slate Islands in Boston Harbor
Kayak Camping and exploring old bunkers...Great Brewster Island Boston Harbor Columbus Day
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Kayak Camping and exploring old bunkers...Great Brewster Island Boston Harbor Columbus Day

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  • @thecitrineghost
    @thecitrineghost День тому

    Great video. I grew up camping on Gallops island and going to Georges Island in the 90’s. I don’t live in the area anymore so it was very nice to see it again in your video. You are very knowledgeable on the islands as well :)

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 День тому

      Thank you for the kind word and also thank you for watching…. If you like the content, I would sure love another subscriber!

  • @JohnPaulk-jp3FD
    @JohnPaulk-jp3FD 2 дні тому

    RIDEN OUT 🦾🥳

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 День тому

      Thank you for watching and, if you like the content, I sure would love another subscriber!

  • @eh4961
    @eh4961 22 дні тому

    I really only go there now for Target and Newbury's Comics

  • @joelrebollar7055
    @joelrebollar7055 27 днів тому

    What are the exact coordinates?

  • @louiszhang3050
    @louiszhang3050 2 місяці тому

    Cafe car on trains is such a vibe. Wish they had better food though. I remember when I was in China they had some bussin food on the trains.

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 2 місяці тому

      On Amtrak, they have the café car which is more for light microwaved meals, and snacks plus drinks on routes like the northeast regional but the routes going west and those with sleeper cars actually have a full dining car… as I understand it, the dining car is only available to those holding sleeper car tickets, but I have heard that if the sleeper cars are relatively empty, they open up the car for everyone, for fee, of course… thank you for watching and, If you enjoy this content, I sure would love another subscriber!

  • @dizzylemongaming2175
    @dizzylemongaming2175 2 місяці тому

    Cool, I remember the one Cleveland had in downtown Higbee's. It was in the same store they shot the Santa slide scene in "A Christmas Story".

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 2 місяці тому

      The Macy’s in Pittsburgh also had one, but I think this is the last operational one left anywhere…. Thank you for watching and, if you like this content, I sure would love another subscriber.!

  • @bklynboy1955
    @bklynboy1955 3 місяці тому

    Loved it, brought back great memories from my youth

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 3 місяці тому

      It’s still there and I heard that Macy’s is making it a priority to keep it preserved

  • @CarlDesimone
    @CarlDesimone 4 місяці тому

    Money on 1 percent national endowment for the arts.

  • @CarlDesimone
    @CarlDesimone 4 місяці тому

    Color,graphics,shape,design all good.american trackage. Across the country,bike trails, rollerblades, hiking, through better engineered design. More creedence and money money

  • @adanamaya2552
    @adanamaya2552 4 місяці тому

    😂😂😂 wow

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 4 місяці тому

      Thank you for watching and, if you like this content, I sure would love another subscriber!

    • @adanamaya2552
      @adanamaya2552 4 місяці тому

      Radio shack...

  • @satinbarbi
    @satinbarbi 4 місяці тому

    It is so sad there is only one left working. I always loved riding on them back in the 80's and 90's.

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 4 місяці тому

      I hear there’s a functional one in Antwerp, Belgium…. Next time I head to Germany, I’m gonna take a side trip to see if I can track it down…. thank you for watching and , if you like the content, I sure would love another subscriber!

  • @donjohnson1064
    @donjohnson1064 4 місяці тому

    Thumbs up for the Algorithm

  • @kennethcroes4132
    @kennethcroes4132 5 місяців тому

    Tremeeeeeeendo!!!!! 😮❤❤❤

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 5 місяців тому

      Thank you for watching, and, if you like the content, I sure would love another subscriber!

  • @dannyboy715
    @dannyboy715 6 місяців тому

    How much and do u need to make a reservation or walk-in

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 6 місяців тому

      It came out to about $65 a night for a room with two queen beds… I did reserve ahead of time, but I actually found the hotel years earlier by simply walking in and they had room… My guess is that there are probably always room available except for certain holidays or events happening in the city… it’s a great place. It’s close to everything…. Thank you for watching and, if you like this, I sure would love another subscriber.!

  • @josebibianodirksz3224
    @josebibianodirksz3224 6 місяців тому

    Im an aruban

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 6 місяців тому

      Conta bai! I married one! Thank you for watching and, if you like this content I have more videos from Aruba and I sure would love another subscriber!

  • @VilldoesOfficial
    @VilldoesOfficial 6 місяців тому

    I remember this mall before i moved to canada

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 6 місяців тому

      Thank you for watching and, if you like this video I sure would love another subscriber!

    • @VilldoesOfficial
      @VilldoesOfficial 6 місяців тому

      I might get a passport and buy a shop thare and make it a restaraunt called victorian foods

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 6 місяців тому

      @@VilldoesOfficial They had an Irish pub/restaurant there a few years ago but it didn't last

    • @VilldoesOfficial
      @VilldoesOfficial 6 місяців тому

      @@travelswithtom9921 Cool

  • @josebibianodirksz3224
    @josebibianodirksz3224 6 місяців тому

    Hey tom im from aruba to aruba forever❤🇦🇼🇦🇼🇦🇼

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 6 місяців тому

      Thank you for watching, and, if you like my content, I sure would love another subscriber!

  • @josebibianodirksz3224
    @josebibianodirksz3224 6 місяців тому

    Shout out for aruba

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 6 місяців тому

      thank you for watching, and, if you like this content, I sure would love another subscriber!

  • @stephaniepierrelatina2013
    @stephaniepierrelatina2013 6 місяців тому

    wow love the video always like the traveling ones gives you a great idea on the trip.

  • @stephaniepierrelatina2013
    @stephaniepierrelatina2013 6 місяців тому

    Hey Tom Love your videos i feel like I am in Carnival ...also lol keep up the good work always

  • @FlsprfitTrder
    @FlsprfitTrder 6 місяців тому

    Lot of good memories and bad memories my mom and family that live over there in Aruba!!!

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 6 місяців тому

      Thank you for watching, and, if you like the content, I sure would love another subscriber!

  • @eliasremax
    @eliasremax 6 місяців тому

    That's very cool.

  • @donjohnson1064
    @donjohnson1064 7 місяців тому

    The band is great🎉

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 7 місяців тому

      70th carnival anniversary for Aruba… there will be parades all the way through February

  • @ourrockets954
    @ourrockets954 7 місяців тому

    Where?

  • @any123-og
    @any123-og 8 місяців тому

    Paternoster starts at 1:35.

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 8 місяців тому

      Thank you for watching and, if you like the content, I sure would love another subscriber!

  • @letsplaybrian
    @letsplaybrian 8 місяців тому

    I think the Fileens basement was open past 2001 though, like the mall was pretty busy through 2005 or so.

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 8 місяців тому

      Loved the Basement! Too bad they ruined it...yes, this mall was doing well right into the early 2000s.

  • @letsplaybrian
    @letsplaybrian 8 місяців тому

    I remember when this was the best mall in the area 20+ years ago

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 8 місяців тому

      Thank you for watching and, if you enjoy this content, I sure would love another subscriber!

  • @user-jf3gz5ge2u
    @user-jf3gz5ge2u 8 місяців тому

    😭😭😭😭😭😭🥺🥺🥺🥺nooooooo

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 8 місяців тому

      I was just there two months ago... They're fully operational and in great shape... From what I understand, Macy's is making it a priority to preserve them. . thank you for watching and, if you like the content, I sure would love another subscriber!

  • @normanrogers8057
    @normanrogers8057 8 місяців тому

    I have been thinking about kayaking Boston Harbor island for a long time but never did any ocean kayaking lots of lakes and rivers but never the ocean after watching your videos I’m not going to waste anymore time thinking about it I’m just going for it you make it look easy thank you

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 8 місяців тому

      That's the right way to think about it! If I know ahead of time that I'm going out I post it for anyone to join me

    • @normanrogers8057
      @normanrogers8057 8 місяців тому

      @@travelswithtom9921 where do you post I’d like to go with someone that knows the area

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 8 місяців тому

      @@normanrogers8057 I post it on the channel so if you are a subscriber with notifications turned on you will get a message through UA-cam... I'll probably be doing these sometime in May... That being said, I'm getting a dry suit so I will probably be kayaking through the winter so you may receive some notifications sooner

  • @normanrogers8057
    @normanrogers8057 9 місяців тому

    Have you gone to Lovells Island if so can you share the video thanks

  • @normanrogers8057
    @normanrogers8057 9 місяців тому

    I think this is your best video yet love the map and picture at the end

  • @normanrogers8057
    @normanrogers8057 9 місяців тому

    Do you go use the low and high tide to go in and out with

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 9 місяців тому

      Not really, I just go when I have a chance and deal with the tides as they come.

  • @normanrogers8057
    @normanrogers8057 9 місяців тому

    Do you use the tide

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 9 місяців тому

      Not really, no... I like it when it works with me but I don't time it

  • @normanrogers8057
    @normanrogers8057 9 місяців тому

    I was wondering if you could put together a video showing what you bring with you on your kayak camping trips I’m trying to put stuff i need together for a few trips next summer

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 9 місяців тому

      I will do that... In fact I am going to be getting a dry suit so I'm going to be trying to do some camping on the islands this winter

  • @normanrogers8057
    @normanrogers8057 9 місяців тому

    Where did you launch from and how long did it take you to get to the island

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 9 місяців тому

      I start from Hull down by the WBZ antenna... I go across to bumpkin Island and then to Hull Gut... From there it's a straight shot out to Great Brewster... At a nice gentle Pace I would say it takes less than 2 hours... Thank you for watching and, if you like the content, I sure would love another subscriber!

  • @eliasremax
    @eliasremax 9 місяців тому

    Incredible place.

  • @14vamp
    @14vamp 9 місяців тому

    it is sad to bumpkin going back to wild went camping a few times as a kid there i do pray in the future the state gets the stuff together and gets the islands back to working order

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 9 місяців тому

      I agree and maybe in the future they will bring it back. In any case, thank you for watching and, if you like the content, I sure would love another subscriber!

  • @normanrogers8057
    @normanrogers8057 10 місяців тому

    Is Georges Island open all the time or did you need to set this up ahead of time

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 10 місяців тому

      It depends on the ferry schedule I think... Early October is when they stop and they don't start again until May... I've never kayaked over there in late October but I would assume the museum and the snack shop will be closed during that time... The rest of it'll probably be open just a walk around

    • @normanrogers8057
      @normanrogers8057 10 місяців тому

      @@travelswithtom9921 when did you take your trip I was surprised it was so quiet

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 10 місяців тому

      That was in late summer 2021... I think the island was technically closed because of the pandemic

  • @normanrogers8057
    @normanrogers8057 10 місяців тому

    What air bags do you use

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 10 місяців тому

      Seattle Sports Full Sea Kayak Bow and Stern Float Set...You can get them on Amazon for $60...I've intentionally flipped in shallow water to see how they work and they keep positive buoyancy

  • @normanrogers8057
    @normanrogers8057 10 місяців тому

    Hi what kayak did you use

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 10 місяців тому

      Eagle run 12... It's a rec kayak for fishing but it's very, very stable... Thank you for watching and, if you like the content, I sure would love another subscriber!

  • @josephlenehan4461
    @josephlenehan4461 10 місяців тому

    Joseph and today 😀

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 10 місяців тому

      Thank you for watching and, if you like my content, I sure would love another subscriber!

  • @chrisharris7893
    @chrisharris7893 10 місяців тому

    One of the most underappreciated aspects of traveling Amtrak is seeing all of the things you would be flying over. It isn't the most pretty, but it is America! It takes rail yards and oil terminals to bring this to you. And, yes, the seats are fantastic! Love the NEC!

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 10 місяців тому

      I totally agree...you really get to see the country by train...the good, the bad, the weird, and, yes, sometimes the ugly. Thank you for watching and, if you like my content, I sure would love another subscriber!

  • @suzeauster2223
    @suzeauster2223 10 місяців тому

    Greetings from Florida 🐬 Beautiful!!

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 10 місяців тому

      Thank you for watching and if you like my content I sure would love another subscriber!

  • @dartsmad1000
    @dartsmad1000 10 місяців тому

    Never been on these trains. Im going from New York to Boston. Says im in business seat 1A. What should i change my seat to to get the best view going to Boston?

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 10 місяців тому

      I think that's on the left side of the train, if you could get a seat on the right side you'll have ocean views which I tend to prefer

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 10 місяців тому

      That being said, leaving the city you'll have the best skyline views sitting on the left... Thank you for watching and, if you like the content, I sure would love another subscriber!

  • @sanchomemark6292
    @sanchomemark6292 11 місяців тому

    Is there a storage rack suitable for a large suitcase?

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 11 місяців тому

      Yes, there are storage racks at the front of each car for large suitcases and the overhead is very spacious so some big stuff can go up there as well. Thank you, for watching and, if you like the content, I sure would love another subscriber!

    • @sanchomemark6292
      @sanchomemark6292 11 місяців тому

      Thanks for you fast reply Tom! Subbed. @@travelswithtom9921

  • @spdd081603
    @spdd081603 11 місяців тому

    Love your videos.... Curious , using a recreational kayak, have you ever flipped over???? Obviously, not wishing and bad juju on you, but I was told I shouldn't use a rec kayak. I have a Pelican Mustang120X EXO kayak, and would love to kayak the islands.

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 11 місяців тому

      That is a good question...I use an old Eagle Run 12 which is a fishing kayak and is good for a big guy like me. It's very stable and the only time I've flipped was intentional to see what it would take and that was with actual breaking surf along Nantasket Beach pushing behind me. I get the concern but it's important to remember that sea kayaks are actually more 'tippy' rec kayaks. Yes, you can right them much more easily but I'd rather not tip in the first place. This involves making sure the weather is good when going out and reading the water and knowing when to cut a trip short if things are getting gnarly. I did put inflatable bulkheads in my kayak so I will always have positive buoyancy plus a hand pump to help get water out. I stick close to land whenever possible. That being said, there is a risk but life is a risk and, as long as you do your best to be smart, you can minimize it.

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 11 місяців тому

      Also, thank you for watching and, if you like my content, I sure would love another subscriber!

    • @spdd081603
      @spdd081603 10 місяців тому

      awesome... thank you.... I would love to catch a paddle with you sometime. are you on meetups or do you just post on youtube when you will be paddling???? Anyway on social media to connect with you? @@travelswithtom9921

  • @spdd081603
    @spdd081603 11 місяців тому

    loved this video. I grew up on Boston Harbor on the weekends mostly. Brings back memories. It's ashame this is no more..... Priorities are messed up...

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 11 місяців тому

      Yes, it's interesting to see where our priorities are. Thank you for watching!

    • @spdd081603
      @spdd081603 10 місяців тому

      how often do you go out? I would love to kayak around the islands.....@@travelswithtom9921

  • @aliceelwell520
    @aliceelwell520 11 місяців тому

    great job!

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 11 місяців тому

      Thank you for the kind word and thank you for watching... If you like my content I sure would love another subscriber!

  • @Jadeapple420
    @Jadeapple420 11 місяців тому

    It’s a shame they look really nice

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 11 місяців тому

      Macy's is making their preservation a priority so you will be able to visit them... thank you for watching!

  • @michaelbyrne486
    @michaelbyrne486 11 місяців тому

    escalator down come up in the algarythm story of my life 😅

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 11 місяців тому

      Thank you for watching?

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 11 місяців тому

      Thank you for watching!

    • @michaelbyrne486
      @michaelbyrne486 11 місяців тому

      @@travelswithtom9921 no problem at all ill have a look at your other vids ,and subscribed 👍👍👍

    • @travelswithtom9921
      @travelswithtom9921 11 місяців тому

      @@michaelbyrne486 thank you, much appreciated!