Not Impressed

The Guggenheim in Bilbao was on my list of stops during the recent visit to Spain. Sadly, I was not impressed. The building, well, an engineering achievement but sadly inadequate as it draws attention away from the works inside.

The works inside, disappointing. Of course, I’m not the best judge of these things. In fact, I’m completely unqualified. So go see it for yourself and let me know. There was this creation out front.

An achievement to be sure, but what kind? Help me out because I’ve missed it completely.

Published in: on September 20, 2010 at 11:04 am  Leave a Comment  
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Another great one!

Aruba is known for its sunsets and last evening there was nice show:

That photo doesn’t really do it justice. There was more pink the high clouds and around the edges. Oh, well, will have to go out and get another shot. Still, not too shabby.

Published in: on August 12, 2010 at 3:35 pm  Leave a Comment  
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Guarding The Truck

My Chevrolet Pickup is a favorite vehicle, and here in Aruba it sits under the carport much of the day. There are a number of small creatures from the field in back and surrounding properties that might have designs on getting under the hood and chewing up the wires or the seats. No chance. I have a reliable guard on duty. You met him before. His name is Tux. Here he is on the roof, keeping a keen eye for trespassers.

He’s a tough little cat who takes no prisoners and has a snazzy uniform with the white trim. Once in a while he’ll take down a bird flying low, too. Amazing. Good job Tux!

Published in: on July 31, 2010 at 11:51 am  Leave a Comment  
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Aqua Grill, Aruba

Aqua Grill Restaurant is located near the high rise hotel area on Aruba’s Palm Beach. You can walk there in a few minutes from any of the hotels and if you’re staying in the low rise area it’s barely a five minute drive. This place is known for seafood. We sat down for a nice supper at a place that I’ve passed many times but had not had the opportunity to give a try. Well, one appetizer was crab cakes.

Plenty of real crab meat there and not the least bit greasy. Another appetizer was a mixed salad. You have to eat your greens every day!

Then came the main course. A sea bass from Chile with the trimmings.

And a top sirloin, too, because I really don’t like fish.

The meals were tasty and well presented by a caring staff. Service here is well worth the 15% service charge. I tried to snap a photo of the room, it didn’t come out so well.

There on the left is a massive wine cooler. Look over the wine list carefully and you’ll surely find something you like. All in all, Aqua Grill is a solid seafood house worth your money. It’s at the upper limit of my budget so I’ll have to save up before coming back.

Bon dia from Aruba.

Published in: on July 30, 2010 at 11:05 am  Leave a Comment  
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