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Comments on: Ten incredible bridge walks http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/ go explore. experience. and be inspired. Wed, 08 Sep 2010 16:11:06 +0000 hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.0.1 By: eiling http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-3684 eiling Sat, 14 Aug 2010 14:45:31 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-3684 Agree totally with you but I've only done Sydney Harbour, Tower Bridge, Charles Bridge and Ponts des Arts so far. Still have 6 more on the list! Agree totally with you but I’ve only done Sydney Harbour, Tower Bridge, Charles Bridge and Ponts des Arts so far. Still have 6 more on the list!

]]> By: Ten city peaks for the most breathtaking views | velvet escape's blog http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-3562 Ten city peaks for the most breathtaking views | velvet escape's blog Tue, 27 Jul 2010 23:58:14 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-3562 [...] Ten incredible bridge walks [...] [...] Ten incredible bridge walks [...]

]]> By: Kelly Drewett http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-3379 Kelly Drewett Wed, 07 Jul 2010 21:04:13 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-3379 Inspiring! Thank you! Inspiring! Thank you!

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]]> By: Ten things to do in Manchester | velvet escape's blog http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-2873 Ten things to do in Manchester | velvet escape's blog Mon, 24 May 2010 15:19:24 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-2873 [...] Ten incredible bridge walks [...] [...] Ten incredible bridge walks [...]

]]> By: A stroll through Palma de Mallorca | velvet escape's blog http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-2812 A stroll through Palma de Mallorca | velvet escape's blog Fri, 21 May 2010 22:14:42 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-2812 [...] Ten incredible bridge walks [...] [...] Ten incredible bridge walks [...]

]]> By: How I Use Apture On My Blog | velvet connect http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-2733 How I Use Apture On My Blog | velvet connect Tue, 11 May 2010 23:22:11 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-2733 [...] for and embed photos & videos in my [...] [...] for and embed photos & videos in my [...]

]]> By: Billie http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-2668 Billie Sun, 02 May 2010 14:29:53 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-2668 The George Washington Bridge in NYC. You can see the Little Red Light House from there and great views of Manhattan and New Jersey. Also, the Mid-Hudson Bridge in Poughkeepsie, NY. Great Hudson River views from there. The George Washington Bridge in NYC. You can see the Little Red Light House from there and great views of Manhattan and New Jersey.

Also, the Mid-Hudson Bridge in Poughkeepsie, NY. Great Hudson River views from there.

]]> By: Laura Heurung http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-2612 Laura Heurung Tue, 27 Apr 2010 14:36:55 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-2612 You have great stuff here! The last bridge intrigues me - even the concept of it. It looks like quite the workout! You have great stuff here! The last bridge intrigues me – even the concept of it. It looks like quite the workout!

]]> By: velvet http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-2602 velvet Mon, 26 Apr 2010 22:30:38 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-2602 Thank you Megan for the tip. I've never been there but will definitely make a note of it. Cheers, Keith Thank you Megan for the tip. I’ve never been there but will definitely make a note of it.

Cheers,
Keith

]]> By: Megan Eaves @ Gypsytracks http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-2601 Megan Eaves @ Gypsytracks Mon, 26 Apr 2010 22:27:58 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-2601 You should definitely include the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge on this list! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rio_Grande_Gorge_Bridge A scene from "Natural Born Killers" was filmed here. It is a WILD bridge walking experience of a deep river canyon! You should definitely include the Rio Grande Gorge Bridge on this list! http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Rio_Grande_Gorge_Bridge

A scene from “Natural Born Killers” was filmed here. It is a WILD bridge walking experience of a deep river canyon!

]]> By: superwilson http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-2402 superwilson Sun, 04 Apr 2010 02:17:29 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-2402 Been to 2 of the 10 bridges stated here. Sydney and New York, but never walked over it. Good stuffs! Been to 2 of the 10 bridges stated here. Sydney and New York, but never walked over it. Good stuffs!

]]> By: Lisa at Wanderlust Women http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1934 Lisa at Wanderlust Women Fri, 29 Jan 2010 01:14:52 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1934 Hi Keith - great idea for a blog post. I've had the pleasure of traversing 4 of these spans and by far my favorite is Tower Bridge. I never tire of it. I always feel transported to Victorian London despite the modern whirl of traffic speeding by and I'm always excited to see the span rise for a passing ship....such fun. Hi Keith – great idea for a blog post.
I’ve had the pleasure of traversing 4 of these spans and by far my favorite is Tower Bridge. I never tire of it. I always feel transported to Victorian London despite the modern whirl of traffic speeding by and I’m always excited to see the span rise for a passing ship….such fun.

]]> By: velvet http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1911 velvet Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:54:13 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1911 Thank you Helen for this wonderful tip. I've not heard of this bridge but will definitely be checking it out, in case I'm ever in the neighbourhood! :-) Cheers, Keith Thank you Helen for this wonderful tip. I’ve not heard of this bridge but will definitely be checking it out, in case I’m ever in the neighbourhood!

Cheers,
Keith

]]> By: Helen http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1910 Helen Mon, 25 Jan 2010 12:19:58 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1910 The Transporter Bridge in Newport (Gwent) UK is one of only a handful in the world and 2 in the UK. It may not be in a glamorous setting, but riding across it in the gondola or climbing over the top via a series of steep steps is a thrill that has never failed to diminish (for me, anyway). And, yes, I know the Harbour bridge in Sydney extremely well (used to live there!) and the U.S. bridges well, and still say, that I love the good ol' Transporter! There is so much fascinating history to it that is well worth looking in to as well. The bridge is closed at the moment, but has just got funds to reopen in time for the Ryder Cup 2010 being staged in Newport. The Transporter Bridge in Newport (Gwent) UK is one of only a handful in the world and 2 in the UK. It may not be in a glamorous setting, but riding across it in the gondola or climbing over the top via a series of steep steps is a thrill that has never failed to diminish (for me, anyway). And, yes, I know the Harbour bridge in Sydney extremely well (used to live there!) and the U.S. bridges well, and still say, that I love the good ol’ Transporter! There is so much fascinating history to it that is well worth looking in to as well.
The bridge is closed at the moment, but has just got funds to reopen in time for the Ryder Cup 2010 being staged in Newport.

]]> By: velvet http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1905 velvet Sat, 23 Jan 2010 22:45:36 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1905 Thanks for your comment. Yes, the Rialto in Venice is another wonderful bridge bur it's a pretty short walk. :-) I've seen the Millau bridge several times. It's not open to pedestrians though, except during the annual marathon. Cheers, Keith Thanks for your comment. Yes, the Rialto in Venice is another wonderful bridge bur it’s a pretty short walk.

I’ve seen the Millau bridge several times. It’s not open to pedestrians though, except during the annual marathon.

Cheers,
Keith

]]> By: Worldwide Travel Ideas http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1902 Worldwide Travel Ideas Sat, 23 Jan 2010 01:18:21 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1902 Very creative, and a great list! A couple others that I'd suggest are the Rialto Bridge in Venice, and the Millau Bridge in France. Very creative, and a great list!

A couple others that I’d suggest are the Rialto Bridge in Venice, and the Millau Bridge in France.

]]> By: velvet http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1867 velvet Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:18:47 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1867 Thanks for your tips Roberto & Simone! Cheers, Keith Thanks for your tips Roberto & Simone!

Cheers,
Keith

]]> By: Roberto http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1866 Roberto Tue, 19 Jan 2010 00:16:44 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1866 I would add the Jacques Cartier Bridge in Montreal. It's got a lovely 30's Art Deco thing going, and a great view of Montreal and the St. Lawrence River. Plus it takes you to St. Helen's island, where you can visit the Casino, the Biosphère, the FINA aquatic park, a decent artificial beach, the Gilles Villeneuve Formula 1 track, La Ronde amusement park, and the pleasant Jean Drapeau park. In the summer, it's the best place to watch the fireworks festival. I would add the Jacques Cartier Bridge in Montreal. It’s got a lovely 30′s Art Deco thing going, and a great view of Montreal and the St. Lawrence River. Plus it takes you to St. Helen’s island, where you can visit the Casino, the Biosphère, the FINA aquatic park, a decent artificial beach, the Gilles Villeneuve Formula 1 track, La Ronde amusement park, and the pleasant Jean Drapeau park. In the summer, it’s the best place to watch the fireworks festival.

]]> By: A Bridge-Lover’s Round the World Trip | AirTreks Travel Blog http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1841 A Bridge-Lover’s Round the World Trip | AirTreks Travel Blog Mon, 18 Jan 2010 16:32:44 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1841 [...] in New York City here is Keith’s bridge-lover’s around the world trip. Check out his original post for lovely pictures of these bridges. Brooklyn Bridge, New York [...] [...] in New York City here is Keith’s bridge-lover’s around the world trip. Check out his original post for lovely pictures of these bridges. Brooklyn Bridge, New York [...]

]]> By: Simone http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1840 Simone Mon, 18 Jan 2010 14:57:48 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1840 Don't forget about Budapest! Don’t forget about Budapest!

]]> By: Transfer Smart http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1838 Transfer Smart Mon, 18 Jan 2010 06:06:33 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1838 Great list, you made a right pick for the best bridges in the world. This is my next attraction and of course I will include this in my itinerary for the year 2010. Thanks for sharing this. Great list, you made a right pick for the best bridges in the world. This is my next attraction and of course I will include this in my itinerary for the year 2010. Thanks for sharing this.

]]> By: Adriana http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1831 Adriana Fri, 15 Jan 2010 20:50:51 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1831 great post! that is my favorite spot in Prague! great post! that is my favorite spot in Prague!

]]> By: velvet http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1830 velvet Fri, 15 Jan 2010 19:52:35 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1830 Haha, it sure would! I could be the blogger covering that trip! :-) Cheers, Keith Haha, it sure would! I could be the blogger covering that trip!

Cheers,
Keith

]]> By: AirTreks Nico http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1829 AirTreks Nico Fri, 15 Jan 2010 19:51:06 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1829 This would actually make a killer round the world itinerary. Hmm ...interesting. This would actually make a killer round the world itinerary. Hmm …interesting.

]]> By: Wouter http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1828 Wouter Fri, 15 Jan 2010 14:48:39 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1828 I would also like to recommend a different kind of bridge in Amarapura Burma. The U Bein bridge is the longest teak bridge in the world (1,2km). Out in the country, beautifully quiet, there's a 1.2 km long teak bridge across a shallow lake, built by U Bein (the mayor) at the same time as the United States was building a constitution. Really nice walking experience during sunrise or sunset! I would also like to recommend a different kind of bridge in Amarapura Burma.

The U Bein bridge is the longest teak bridge in the world (1,2km). Out in the country, beautifully quiet, there’s a 1.2 km long teak bridge across a shallow lake, built by U Bein (the mayor) at the same time as the United States was building a constitution.

Really nice walking experience during sunrise or sunset!

]]> By: Vi @ Travel Tips http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1827 Vi @ Travel Tips Fri, 15 Jan 2010 13:07:20 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1827 In Auckland, New Zealand, there is smaller version of Sydney Bridge :) In Auckland, New Zealand, there is smaller version of Sydney Bridge

]]> By: velvet http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1825 velvet Thu, 14 Jan 2010 22:09:44 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1825 Thank you for your comment. Wow, walking across the River Kwai bridge, with its tragic history, must certainly have been a big experience. Thanks for sharing. Thank you for your comment. Wow, walking across the River Kwai bridge, with its tragic history, must certainly have been a big experience. Thanks for sharing.

]]> By: Travel Blogs http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1824 Travel Blogs Thu, 14 Jan 2010 21:55:57 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1824 Thats a great article with fab pictures. Last year we walked over the River Kwai Bridge in Kanchanaburi, Thailand Not as pretty, but definitely a big experience! Thats a great article with fab pictures. Last year we walked over the River Kwai Bridge in Kanchanaburi, Thailand

Not as pretty, but definitely a big experience!

]]> By: velvet http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1823 velvet Thu, 14 Jan 2010 20:15:27 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1823 Thank you Robin for another great tip! Cheers, Keith Thank you Robin for another great tip!

Cheers,
Keith

]]> By: My Melange http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1822 My Melange Thu, 14 Jan 2010 19:40:12 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1822 Great list! I have been lucky enough to visit four of them! I'll add the brand new Walkway over the Hudson, in Poughkeepsie, NY. It just happens to be in my hood. It's really beautiful in the Fall when the foliage has turned bright orange and deep red. Great list! I have been lucky enough to visit four of them! I’ll add the brand new Walkway over the Hudson, in Poughkeepsie, NY. It just happens to be in my hood. It’s really beautiful in the Fall when the foliage has turned bright orange and deep red.

]]> By: velvet http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1820 velvet Thu, 14 Jan 2010 17:24:55 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1820 Ahh...another fab tip (for the Ponte Vecchio)! Thanks Andy! Ahh…another fab tip (for the Ponte Vecchio)! Thanks Andy!

]]> By: velvet http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1819 velvet Thu, 14 Jan 2010 17:22:49 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1819 Thank you Kathryn & Andy for your comments. Kathryn: Yes, the Chain Bridge in Budapest is another great bridge to cross. Fab views of Buda. Andy: You mean the <a href="http://velvetescape.com/blog/2009/06/plane-views-millau-france/" rel="nofollow">Millau Viaduct</a>? Yup, I would love to see it (I've only seen it twice from the air - if you're flying from Amsterdam to Spain, you can't miss it on a clear day) though I'm not sure pedestrians are allowed on it. Cheers, Keith Thank you Kathryn & Andy for your comments.

Kathryn: Yes, the Chain Bridge in Budapest is another great bridge to cross. Fab views of Buda.
Andy: You mean the Millau Viaduct? Yup, I would love to see it (I’ve only seen it twice from the air – if you’re flying from Amsterdam to Spain, you can’t miss it on a clear day) though I’m not sure pedestrians are allowed on it.

Cheers,
Keith

]]> By: Andy Hayes | Sharing Travel Experiences http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1818 Andy Hayes | Sharing Travel Experiences Thu, 14 Jan 2010 17:18:58 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1818 Sydney Bridgeclimb takes top marks for me! And don't miss the secret passageway at the top of the Ponte Vecchio - appointment/pre-booked tour required, but well worth it. Sydney Bridgeclimb takes top marks for me! And don’t miss the secret passageway at the top of the Ponte Vecchio – appointment/pre-booked tour required, but well worth it.

]]> By: Andy Jarosz http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1817 Andy Jarosz Thu, 14 Jan 2010 17:10:19 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1817 What a great idea for a post! I love bridges too, and often make a detour to see one that is spectacular (I would love to see the one in southern France that crosses the deep valley, can't remember the name now). I'm also fond of the rickety wooden bridges in Asia that seem to be constructed each year and then washed away. I am yet to see the 2 Japanese bridges on your list; hopefully this year! Thanks for an enjoyable read. What a great idea for a post! I love bridges too, and often make a detour to see one that is spectacular (I would love to see the one in southern France that crosses the deep valley, can’t remember the name now). I’m also fond of the rickety wooden bridges in Asia that seem to be constructed each year and then washed away.
I am yet to see the 2 Japanese bridges on your list; hopefully this year!
Thanks for an enjoyable read.

]]> By: Travelfusion http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1816 Travelfusion Thu, 14 Jan 2010 17:08:54 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1816 Great post! I've had the good fortune to cross six of these and would second Antoine's comment about the fantastic picnicking to be had on the Pont des Arts! The only other bridge that I've crossed (so far) that I think may deserve mention is the Chain Bridge - connecting Buda and Pest into Budapest in Hungary. Cheers, Kathryn Great post! I’ve had the good fortune to cross six of these and would second Antoine’s comment about the fantastic picnicking to be had on the Pont des Arts!

The only other bridge that I’ve crossed (so far) that I think may deserve mention is the Chain Bridge – connecting Buda and Pest into Budapest in Hungary.

Cheers,
Kathryn

]]> By: velvet http://velvetescape.com/blog/2010/01/ten-incredible-bridge-walks/#comment-1815 velvet Thu, 14 Jan 2010 15:36:26 +0000 http://velvetescape.com/blog/?p=3136#comment-1815 Thanks for your comment Antoine. Wow, that's a great summer tip for Paris. I didn't know that - I've never visited Paris in the summer! Haha! But I'll make sure to head down to the Pont des Arts if I do. Cheers, Keith Thanks for your comment Antoine. Wow, that’s a great summer tip for Paris. I didn’t know that – I’ve never visited Paris in the summer! Haha! But I’ll make sure to head down to the Pont des Arts if I do.

Cheers,
Keith

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