Tag Archives: travel

Looking for connections in Switzerland

Posted on April 7, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Please email me if you live in Switzerland of have good friends there. I may be traveling in that direction later this year and would like to meet the locals. My interest is mostly in the culture and the people.

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More snapshots from Prague

Posted on January 30, 2013 by Oleg Volk

Typical Czech river sailors? Nice legs. A boy and a girl A doggie date A small pride of cats A spaniel? (Update) Apparently a dachshund.

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Hanging Professor

Posted on December 2, 2012 by Oleg Volk

A humorous sculpture in Prague. Many other photos of the same.

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Today at Rockcastle Bullpup Shoot

Posted on September 30, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Just returned from a weekend at the awesome Rockcastle Shooting Center. The Bullpup Shoot was a great success, with interesting people, gorgeous vistas and well-organized ballistic activities. Detailed report coming this week, but for now my reaction: I’ve not had … Continue reading →

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Beggars

Posted on August 24, 2012 by Oleg Volk

When in Prague, I was surprised that all but one of the fairly numerous beggars I saw were apparently able-bodied young men. These two were typical examples. I don’t know why they were out begging when others were not visible? … Continue reading →

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Pigeons are everywhere in Prague.

Posted on July 25, 2012 by Oleg Volk

So are the spikes designed to keep them off ledges and heads of sculptures. His hair is standing up on end at the very thought of having a flying rat land on the head.

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Same brand, not the same image

Posted on June 16, 2012 by Oleg Volk

If you click to zoom in on the images, you can see comparative prices (19.5 Czech Crown = 1 USD), though local salaries are a bit lower than the US also.

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Street light styles

Posted on June 16, 2012 by Oleg Volk
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2-D people in Budapest

Posted on June 15, 2012 by Oleg Volk

I am guessing that this display advertised an apartment building.

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Details make all the difference

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Only when I looked at this photo on a big screen did I see another sculpture:

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Reading Between the Signs, new on CTD blog

Posted on June 13, 2012 by Oleg Volk

An overview of anti-gun signs in Czechia, Slovakia and Hungary.

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Leaving Prague.

Posted on June 2, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Much as I like Prague, it’s time for me to go. Will be posting more travel photos as I get them edited. I got to see many interesting sights, go to a concert, stroll through museums and meet very nice … Continue reading →

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Cell phone solution for European travel

Posted on May 15, 2012 by Oleg Volk

This summer, I will be in Prague and Budapest for about ten days. I’d like to stay in touch with people by phone, but not sure how viable my AT&T Android phone would be there. Any suggestions on the best … Continue reading →

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Accommodations for the NRA Convention

Posted on April 4, 2012 by Oleg Volk

This year, I decided to go to St.Louis for the NRA Convention. I will be riding with a friend, so won’t have a vehicle while in town. Need suggestions on where to stay. While I have friends in the area, … Continue reading →

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Traveling in style

Posted on March 15, 2012 by Oleg Volk

Going to SHOT show, I grabbed a random gun case from several on the floor. That proved a mistake — the case wouldn’t stay closed! Both latches popped off at intervals, and after a while it was held together as … Continue reading →

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And just across the border…

Posted on December 31, 2011 by Oleg Volk

A Californian living on the border with Arizona, Nevada or Oregon cannot legally buy a modern defensive rifle like an FAL or an AR15. His neighbors living just across the state lines in all the neighboring states can. Either Californians … Continue reading →

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Having a great time in Minnesota

Posted on December 11, 2011 by Oleg Volk

(Photo by Tatyana Volk) Today, I went to see two shows at the Minneapolis Art Institute, Edo Pop (Japanese prints and animation) and Bonjour Japon (European posters inspired by Japan). Both shows were quite interesting, I’d like to go back … Continue reading →

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Any reasons to avoid these cameras? Panasonic GH2, Canon T3i

Posted on November 22, 2011 by Oleg Volk

I am considering getting a “vest pocket” camera. I like my Panasonic LX3 for what it is, but it’s not a viable low-light camera. The one feature I lack now that I want in a travel camera is a variable … Continue reading →

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Back from Defcon and Security B-Sides conventions in Las Vegas

Posted on August 10, 2011 by Oleg Volk

Just returned from Las Vegas. Both events had terrific people and interesting presentations. More photos as I get the time for editing.

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