Author Archives: Brian D. Butler

Brooklyn is a mythological place

Posted on February 26, 2016 by Brian D. Butler

For me Brooklyn will always be the land of my ancestors; on both sides of my family, we go back more than a century in the city. But for a new generation Brooklyn has become a brand. Brooklyn Made is a short film from … Continue reading →

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Layover With A Local

Posted on February 25, 2016 by Brian D. Butler

KLM Royal Dutch Airlines wants to turn your layover into a trip during your brief time in the Netherlands. Although the project’s name may sound a bit salacious, KLM simply wants to offer the air traveler with a stopover of … Continue reading →

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Come to Sweden

Posted on February 24, 2016 by Brian D. Butler

Many thanks to TBTP follower Kerstin Martinson for the link to the new book of vintage travel posters titled “Come to Sweden”.

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Saint Petersburg by Air

Posted on February 23, 2016 by Brian D. Butler

While researching an upcoming visit to Saint Petersburg, I stumbled on this wonderful aerial tour of the city by helicopter.

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It’s Fair Use Week

Posted on February 22, 2016 by Brian D. Butler
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Winter Instructions

Posted on February 21, 2016 by Brian D. Butler
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Beautiful Budapest

Posted on February 20, 2016 by Brian D. Butler

Budapest is a vibrant, exciting, and beautiful city. If you’re on the fence about visiting, or thinking of places to go on your next European trip, these gorgeous photos by landscape photographer Kr    

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For Your Next Amazing Adventure

Posted on February 19, 2016 by Brian D. Butler

Poster by Joshua Graham available here.

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More Than The BBC

Posted on February 18, 2016 by Brian D. Butler

Like many of us in the Americas, graphic designer Tim Ritz is a huge fan of British television programs. He may be a bit more obsessed than the average TV viewer though. Ritz has used his extensive knowledge of British … Continue reading →

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Foire du Livre

Posted on February 17, 2016 by Brian D. Butler

I was amused to see that this year’s Foire du Livre de Bruxelles is being promoted by the city’s unofficial mascot. The Manneken Pis, a diminutive 17th century bronze statue, is dressed in a new print covered outfit and is … Continue reading →

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