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Scottish
Highland Adventure*
The
rugged mountain region in northern Scotland conjures romantic visions
of castles and clans, whisky and war, tartan and turbulence. Travel writer and architectural historian,
Shawnie Kelley, leads a virtual tour through the Scottish Highlands, discussing
the geography, history, architecture and culture of the region. Her slideshow features whisky distilleries,
scenic lochs and villages, Fort
George and the castles at
Urquhart, Balmoral, Cawdor, Eilean Donan, and Dunnotar. Shawnie’s Columbus-based, Wanderlust Tours
offers a “Castles, Casks & Courses” trip in 2009.
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Wright Stuff*
Frank
Lloyd Wright, America’s most
prominent 20th c. architect saw more than 500 projects to fruition,
many of which are within a few hours’ drive of Columbus and a few which are available for
overnight stays. Travel writer and architectural historian, Shawnie Kelley
integrates a discussion of Wrightian architecture and the arts-and-crafts style
into interesting road trips- offering travel tips, dining suggestions and
additional attractions. Highlights include the Trifecta of Wright homes in
Southern PA: Fallingwater, Kentuck Knob, and the Duncan
House; the Westcott House in Springfield; The Weltzheimer/Johnson House in Oberlin; and the
Penfield Home in Willoughby.
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France’s Roman
Monuments*
The
world’s best-preserved Roman ruins are located not in Italy, but in France. Gaul, as France
was known to the ancient world, was absorbed into the Roman
Empire in 51 B.C. and adopted its culture and architecture. Travel
writer and architectural historian, Shawnie Kelley uses a slideshow to
highlight historical events, famous faces
and architectural features of Roman monuments throughout southern
France, beginning in Rome’s first settlement at Marseilles. Discussion includes: Nimes’ perfectly preserved arena and
temple; amphitheatres at Arles and
Orange; the Pont du Gard aqueduct; Via
Appia- the roman “highway” across Europe; and various ruins in Nice, St. Remy,
and the French Alps.
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