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Author Archives: Brian D. Butler
Paris is so cliche
Designed by Paris-based illustrator Simon Sek of the design collective LesAnimals, Cliché-sun-Seine is a very clever series of twenty graphic works based one common clichéd element for each Paris arrondissement. Native Parisians, or even regular visitors may quibble with Sek’s … Continue reading
Not Just Hapsburgs
This Spring, I made it back to Vienna (Wien) after a very long absence and immediately wondered why it took me so long to return. It’s a stunningly beautiful and historic city that is well worth a visit. Whether you’ve … Continue reading
Posted in Architecture, Europe, Film, History, Photography, Tourism
Tagged Austria, House of Habsburg, Vienna, Wien
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Books Not Blogs
According to the World Travel Market 2013 Industry Report, British travelers still prefer old-school print travel guide books to online sources for trip planning and vacation research. The report, based on a survey of 1001 travelers, showed that 59% of … Continue reading
Posted in Books, ebooks, Europe, Tourism, Travel Writing
Tagged Guide book, rough guide, travelogues, TripAdvisor
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F. Scott Redesigned
The release of Baz Luhrman’s bastardized film version of F. Scott Fitzgerald‘s masterpiece The Great Gatsby this year stirred renewed interest in the iconic Jazz Age author’s novels. And, of course, we saw a number of new print editions of Fitzgerald’s … Continue reading
Posted in Art, Books, Writing
Tagged Books, F. Scott Fitzgerald, Great Gatsby, Jazz Age
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The 24 Hour Library Is Coming
The library system in Norman, Oklahoma has recently introduced a library vending machine that offers library patrons 24 hour access to a selection of books and other media. The machine allows library members to scan a card and choose from … Continue reading
The Art of Travel
The Setouchi Triennale is a three times per year (Spring, Summer, Fall) art festival that takes place each year around the twelve islands of Japan’s Seto Inland Sea. This year’s Fall festival features a unique piece of art in motion … Continue reading
Ladies and Gentlemen…The Beatles
I was happy to hear the news that the New York Public Library has partnered with the Grammy Museum in L.A. to stage a new multimedia exhibition called “Ladies and Gentlemen…The Beatles !” . Timed to commemorated the 50th anniversary … Continue reading
Europe, It’s Just Nextdoor
To promote its travel services, France’s rail company SNCF placed colorful, interactive doors around Paris that allow pedestrians to experience other European cities. When the doors are opened, screens display real-time happenings in cities around the continent. TBWA Paris, the … Continue reading
Coming Soon: Boston’s Literary District
It’s been a rollercoaster of a year in Boston, filled with both tragedy and triumph. Now the historic city’s literary community is developing what they are calling the first planned literary district in the United States. Led by the brilliant folks … Continue reading
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Mind Your Metro Manners
The Japanese are generally considered to be among the most polite people, but even the world’s most courteous folk need friendly reminders to respect other travelers on public transportation. Each year Tokyo Metro, the group that runs the city’s subway … Continue reading
Posted in Animation, Art, Asia, Tourism
Tagged Public transport, Tokyo, Tokyo Metro, Transit Systems, Urban Transport
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