When screenwriter Amy Holden Jones decided to use the Mystic Pizza restaurant in Mystic, CT as the inspiration, setting, and even the title of the romantic comedy she was working on, it’s doubtful that the owners knew that over 35 years later after the film’s release it would still be the eatery’s claim to fame. […]
Key West can be a territorial place. The roosters defend their perches like the residents fend off intruders from parking in their spots or walking onto their property. Many of the “no” this and “don’t” do that signs have negative energy, but this one had a macabre sense of humor and an endorsement for composting. […]
The Granite Store in Sullivan, Maine, is a historically significant commercial building located on United States Route 1. It stands out as an unusual example of Greek Revival architecture, notably because it is constructed from rough-cut granite. The building is estimated to have been constructed between 1835 and 1850. In recognition of its architectural and […]
I was incredibly excited to go to the Empire Garden Restaurant in Boston – in part because the idea of eating in a place that was once a huge, ornate theater is inherently exciting to me, and in part because I thought I had perhaps found a spot that fellow Route 1 Views curator and […]
Tucked away in the quaint town of Sullivan, Maine, Mill Stream Antiques offers a journey through time for anyone who steps through its doors. This charming antique shop, nestled just off the scenic route, is a treasure trove of history and nostalgia, making it a must-visit for collectors and curiosity seekers alike. The first thing […]
In 1800 Ole Eldora was a settlement named after 2 sisters “Ellen and Dora Pitzer” The sisters became successful from their location, close to the waterway. This put Eldora on the water route for steam ships from Central Florida to So. Florida. This was the only transit at this time…roadways and trains did not exist. […]
With a saloon appearance, dark curtains, leather stools and a pool table, this is a serious cocktail spot. With drink names like “the root of all evil”, “death in the afternoon absinthe”, “you’ll shoot your eye out kid”, “Thurman Merman”, “I know him”, and “Guns and Roses”, you will surely catch a good buzz here. […]
Dachshunds from Service pups to beach bound hounds…. My girlfriend Pam and her Dachshund “Faith” make visits to retirement centers and shut ins. These short lil doggies bring Tall amounts of Love and Comfort . Dachshunds are always up for dressing up, from “Snoop Dog” cool with glasses and hat. They have no fear be […]
Almost sixty years ago as Beatlemania rolled across America, Florida had been ravaged by Hurricane Dora leaving many residents without electricity in the storm”s wake. Little did we know that along with the storm there was even more trouble brewing here for the Fab Four. This was the American South and segregation was still in […]
Acadia Seashore Camping & Cabins in Sullivan, Maine, offers a distinctive experience for visitors seeking a blend of rustic charm and natural beauty. The facility is located in a region known for its scenic landscapes, combining pine forests with ocean views, characteristic of Maine’s rugged coastline. The cabins provided are designed to offer basic comfort […]
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