Tag Archives: Roadside Attractions

Places: The DAIRY FREEZ Restaurant in Essex, ON

Posted on September 22, 2022 by Dis-LEE

The Reaume family has run this establishment since 1954 and it has become an iconic landmark and family destination in Essex County. They serve ice cream, classic American foods, and other treats. But perhaps the coolest contribution (see what I … Continue reading →

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Photo Spot Week: The Marietta Diner

Posted on February 25, 2022 by Dis-LEE

Welcome to a full week of photographs! Photo Spot Week will feature one photograph a day from February 21st through to February 27th. The fifth in this series is an image from the past in the present: The Marietta Diner. … Continue reading →

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Photo Spot Week: Lizard at Weeki Wachee Springs

Posted on February 24, 2022 by Dis-LEE

Welcome to a full week of photographs! Photo Spot Week will feature one photograph a day from February 21st through to February 27th. The fourth in this series is an image of a little lizard that I found scurrying around … Continue reading →

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Things: BIG Things on Vancouver Island in BC

Posted on October 30, 2021 by Dis-LEE

At the time of this post, we are wrapping up our visit to Vancouver Island. We have driven from one end of the Island to the other (sort of) and seen many wonderful things! And then there have been some … Continue reading →

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Places: Historic Kinsol Trestle Over the Koksilah River

Posted on September 19, 2021 by Dis-LEE

There are many out-of-the-way places on this Earth. Finding them is an adventure and experiencing them, a privilege! My wife and I just recently enjoyed a visit to a historic landmark in British Columbia, Canada. The Koksilah Bridge, or Kinsol … Continue reading →

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Places: PRIMITIVE DESIGNS in Port Hope, ON

Posted on September 5, 2021 by Dis-LEE

The United States has Roadside Attractions pretty much on every street corner. At least, that’s the way it seems. And we all love those kitschy tourist traps! But it’s especially engaging when the proprietors mix in DIY and art installments … Continue reading →

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Places: Weeki Wachee Springs State Park in Florida

Posted on February 15, 2016 by Dis-LEE

Today we are looking back on a visit we made to an unusual theme park that would be perfect for your next family adventure. Welcome aboard! W E E K I     W A C H E E     S P R … Continue reading →

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Palm Tree over the Weeki Wachee River

Posted on October 29, 2015 by Dis-LEE

I love roadside attractions, and Weeki Wachee Springs is really a great one! It’s old and somewhat tacky but a lot of fun none the less. You can take a cruise down the Weeki Wachee river to see native Floridian … Continue reading →

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Vintage Metal Disney Trays

Posted on August 21, 2014 by Dis-LEE

I noticed recently that Disney is re-releasing these black trays. But I’ve managed to find three original versions: Competitors Knott’s Berry Farm and Marineland are also listed      Two versions The Florida Project was a little more generous in sharing … Continue reading →

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