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Escambron Beach Club

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:30:36 +0100

Escambron Beach Club, San Juan (PR) , Linen, 2C stamp

Official Government Seal Of Puerto Rico

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:24:11 +0100

Official Government Seal Of Puerto Rico, (PR) , Linen, unused
The Island of Puerto Rico is 100 miles long and 35 miles wide. Christopher Columbus discovered Puerto Rico called Boringuen by the Indians, on November 19, 1493. Puerto Rico became a possession of the United States as a result of the Spanish-American War in 1898. The people of Puerto Rico were made citizens of the United States in 1917. since 1948 elect their own governor. The Island of Puerto Rico in 1950 purchased an average of $1,000,000.00 a day from the United States. Spanish is the predominating language of Puerto Rico, but English is generally spoken. The average climate of Puerto Rico is 73 degrees in Winter and 76 degrees in Summer. Puerto Rico has all year round sports - baseball, tennis, golf, swimming, horse racing, dog racing, basketball, cock fighting, yachting, fishing, etc., The first governor of Puerto Rico was Juan Ponce de Leon. discoverer of Florida, whose remains are in the old Cathedral in San Juan. The population of Puerto Rico is about 2,200,000 inhabitants. The largest cities of Puerto Rico are San Juan, Ponce and Mayaguez. The city of San Juan was one of Spain's most strongly fortified places in the New World.

Morro Castle

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:24:09 +0100

Morro Castle, San Juan (PR) , Linen, unused
Built in 1585 - 1599. This view shows the gigantic fortification known as El Moro which stands at the narrow entrance to San Juan harbor. Although centuries have passed since it was first built the fortress is still well preserved

Morro Castle

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:24:08 +0100

Morro Castle And Ancient Walls

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 22:24:07 +0100

Morro Castle And Ancient Walls, San Juan (PR) , Linen, unused
This view shows the picturesque Morro Castle and the ancient walls that protected the city of San Juan from roving pirates

Busto A Lincoln En La Plaza De La, Fraternidad

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:29:53 +0100

Busto A Lincoln En La Plaza De La, Fraternidad, Havana () , Chrome, unused
Lincoln Bust in the Pan-American Fraternity Park. The tree, planted in 1928 during the 6the Pan-American Conference held in Havana, symbolizes the fraternal affection of the Americas, springing as it does from soil gathered from 21 American Countries.

A Front View Of Government House

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:29:15 +0100

A Front View Of Government House, Nassau () , Chrome, unused
A front view of Government House - Residence of the Governor

Part Of The Process Of Perfume Manufacture At The Lili Factory

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:29:15 +0100

Part Of The Process Of Perfume Manufacture At The Lili Factory, Chrome, unused

The Shops Along Main Street

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:29:08 +0100

The Shops Along Main Street, St. Thomas () , Chrome, unused

Waterfront, Charlotte Amalie

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:29:08 +0100

Waterfront, Charlotte Amalie, St. Thomas () , Chrome, unused

Post Office And Custom House

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:29:08 +0100

Post Office And Custom House, St. Thomas () , Chrome, unused

San Fernando Hospital

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:29:00 +0100

San Fernando Hospital, Trinidad and Tobago () , Chrome, unused

Hamilton Harbour

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:28:34 +0100

Hamilton Harbour, Chrome, unused
From the Paget Side. Bermuda

Prince George Hotel

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:27:53 +0100

Prince George Hotel, Nassau () , Chrome, unused
View of the world-famous Harbour Deck Restaurant and bedrooms overlooking the ever-changing panorama of Nassau's picturesque harbour

The Cool Terrace Of Le Perchoir Restaurant

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:27:51 +0100

The Cool Terrace Of Le Perchoir Restaurant, Haiti () , Chrome, unused
The cool Terrace of Le Perchoir Restaurant offers relaxation, refreshment for body and soul. 3300 feet above Port au Prince, Haiti, West Indies.

Waterloo House

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:27:44 +0100

Waterloo House, Chrome, PM 1954 MCH-10, 2D stamp

Jobson's Cove

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:27:44 +0100

Jobson's Cove, Chrome, unused
Jobson's Cove, one of the many secluded coves to be found along the South Shore, Bermuda.

Flatts Inlet

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:27:44 +0100

Flatts Inlet, Smith's Parish () , Chrome, unused

The Royal Bermuda Yacht Club

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 21:27:44 +0100

The Royal Bermuda Yacht Club, Hamilton () , Chrome, unused

Famous Prado Promenade

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 07:26:02 +0100

Title:
Famous Prado Promenade
Havana, Chrome unused

Parque Central

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 07:26:02 +0100

Title:
Parque Central
Havana, Chrome unused

Description:
Central Park in which stands the statue of Jose Marti is the center of Havana's evening activities

Famous Hotel International, Varadero Beach

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 07:26:02 +0100

Title:
Famous Hotel International, Varadero Beach
Veradero, Chrome unused

San Miguel De Los Banos

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 07:26:02 +0100

Title:
San Miguel De Los Banos
Chrome unused

Description:
San Miguel De Los Banos, Cuba . “La Salud” and “El Tigre” Springs. Mineral-Medicinal water.

San Miguel De Los Banos, Abril Avenue

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 07:26:01 +0100

Title:
San Miguel De Los Banos, Abril Avenue
Chrome unused

Description:
San Miguel De Los Banos, Cuba Avenida Abril Abril Avenue

Hotel Plaza

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 07:26:01 +0100

Title:
Hotel Plaza
Havana, Chrome unused

Description:
Haven Cuba Hotel Plaza

Marti Park

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 07:26:01 +0100

Title:
Marti Park
Guantanamo City, Chrome unused

Baldorioty De Castro Ave

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 07:25:59 +0100

Title:
Baldorioty De Castro Ave
San Juan (PR), Chrome unused

Description:
Section, of Condado Lagoon, hotels and Baldorioty Ave., now under construction. San Juan, Puerto Rico

The Condado Beach Hotel

Sun, 12 Oct 2008 00:00:00 +0100

The Condado Beach Hotel, San Juan (PR) , Linen, unused
Hotel Condado, San Juan, Puerto Rico. An ideal spot for rest, comfort and pleasure. Tennis, dancing, swimming pools, casino, sailing and fishing make the Condado one of Puerto Rico's favorite hotels. Foremost in the Carribean; cosmopolitan in comfort and cuisine. Welcome to the Condado Beach Hotel. Enjoy tropical sunbathing and delightful swimming in our Olympic size pool and private beach. (Pool facilities only $ 1.00 per person, including locker – a special rate to Cruise Ships passengers). Have a glorious evening at our Fiesta Room and enjoy a delicious Native or American dinner. Dance continuously to the international rhythro of Moncho Usera's Orchestra and George Kudirka's Trio... Latin American Floor Shows... Relax in the friendly atmosphere of “the most beautiful bar in the world” - our Trade Winds Bar and Cocktail Lounge! Do your shopping at our attractive stores....

St. Thomas

Sat, 26 Jul 2008 23:44:12 +0100

Title:
St. Thomas
St. Thomas (VI), Continental Chrome unused

Description:
Estate Dorothea, the Governor's country residence.

Princess Tower

Sat, 26 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Title:
Princess Tower
Continental Chrome unused

Description:
The Princess Tower Hotel, a majestic ten-story building that's Moorish in theme and sits on seven and one half lavishly landscaped acres. The perfect setting for a perfect vacation, in the Bahamas.

Princess Tower

Sat, 26 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Casino

Sat, 26 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Title:
Casino
Continental Chrome unused

Description:
St. Martin – The jewel of the Carribean. One of the 6 casinos which receive tourists

Santo Domingo

Sat, 26 Jul 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Title:
Santo Domingo
Continental Chrome unused

Description:
El Caserio

Drake's Seat

Tue, 8 Jul 2008 03:15:44 +0100

Title:
Drake's Seat
St. Thomas, Chrome PM 1958 Jan-10

Grand Bahama Hotel And Country Club

Mon, 7 Jul 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title:
Grand Bahama Hotel And Country Club
Chrome PM 1966 Feb-25

Description:
Beautiful night at the Grand Bahama Hotel and Country Club West end. Grand Bahama Island, Bahamas.

Antigua Village

Tue, 24 Jun 2008 07:56:25 +0100

Title:
Antigua Village
Antigua, Continental Chrome PM 1992 Dec-29

Description:
Located on Dickenson Bay which is noted for its expansive beach, Antiguan Village is a great location for water sports activities as well as relaxation.

Produce Exchange

Fri, 30 May 2008 23:34:28 +0100

Title:
Produce Exchange
Havana, Divided Back unused

Morro Castle

Fri, 30 May 2008 23:33:41 +0100

Title:
Morro Castle
Havana, Divided Back unused

Description:
A Spanish fort at the entrance of the harbor of Havana. Lieut. Hobson and his men were imprisoned in Morro for a short time after sinking the merrimac at the entrance of the harbor of Santiago

Mid-Ocean Club Golf Course

Fri, 30 May 2008 21:28:31 +0100

Title:
Mid-Ocean Club Golf Course
Chrome unused

Description:
Charles B. MacDonald, 'father of America golf', designed the 18-hole Mid-Ocean Club golf course beside the ocean on one of Bermuda's most scenic sites. Opened in 1921, it is rated among the world's ten best, is a worthy challenge to any foursome.

Sun And Sand

Fri, 30 May 2008 21:28:30 +0100

Title:
Sun And Sand
Chrome unused

Description:
Bermuda's best attraction is Sun and Sand as portrayed in the lovely picture made at Mangrove Bay in Somerset, the isle chosen by Sir George Sommers as "Sommer-seate".

Bermuda Aquarium

Fri, 30 May 2008 21:28:30 +0100

Title:
Bermuda Aquarium
Chrome unused

Description:
The Bermuda Aquarium and Museum is the Islands most popular sightseeing spot. Colorful tropical fish, sharks and even octopuses swim in the glass tanks; bright-plumaged birds, playful monkeys and huge Galapagos tortoises live in the zoo, and the museum is full of well-displayed nature exhibits.

The Princess Hotel And Cottage Colony

Fri, 30 May 2008 21:28:02 +0100

Title:
The Princess Hotel And Cottage Colony
Hamilton, Chrome unused

Description:
The Doorway to gracious living and enjoyment on a magic mid-ocean playground where a cordial welcome awaits you

Seashore Club

Fri, 30 May 2008 21:27:59 +0100

Title:
Seashore Club
Elbow Beach, Chrome unused

Description:
Seashore Club Coffee "before eight," Elbow Beach Surf Club, Bermuda.

Divi Divi Beach Hotel

Fri, 30 May 2008 21:27:11 +0100

Title:
Divi Divi Beach Hotel
Chrome

Description:
One of the most intimate and attractive hideaways in the Caribbean a small, elegant hotel beside the sea.

Holiday Inn Aruba

Fri, 30 May 2008 21:27:10 +0100

Title:
Holiday Inn Aruba
Chrome PM 1970 Dec-21

The New Aruba Caribbean Hotel-Casino

Fri, 30 May 2008 21:27:10 +0100

Title:
The New Aruba Caribbean Hotel-Casino
Chrome unused

Description:
Most luxurious and refined all-year-round resort in the Caribbean . . . Right on sparkling, glorious Palm Beach . . . Completely air-conditioned . . . Indoor and outdoor dining and dancing . . . Casino . . . Golf . . . Tennis . . . Water sports . . . swimming pool . . . close to Aruba's famous free port shopping center.

Tumba De Cristobal Colon

Fri, 30 May 2008 07:00:00 +0100

Title:
Tumba De Cristobal Colon
Santo Domingo, Chrome unused

Description:
Santo Domingo, Republica Dominicana. The Tomb of Christopher Columbus. Santa Domingo, Republica Dominicana.

Bluebeard Castle Hotel

Mon, 19 May 2008 07:36:12 +0100

Title:
Bluebeard Castle Hotel
St. Thomas, Linen

The Royal Victoria Hotel

Sat, 17 May 2008 19:11:49 +0100

Title:
The Royal Victoria Hotel
Nassau, Chrome PM 1956 Mar-10

Description:
Nassou's Famous Blind Blake… Pictured here in the world famous exotic gardens of the Royal Victoria Hotel, where he and his group of calypso musicians play nightly on the Starlight Terrace Bar and at the new Garden Swimming Pool. Blake and some of his boys are standing under the huge 156 year-old silk cotton tree on the hotel's spacious grounds, where four albums of records containing 39 of their calypso tunes have been made for sale to lovers of "Babamiana In Calypso".

Dirty Dicks

Sat, 17 May 2008 00:00:00 +0100

Title:
Dirty Dicks
Nassau, Chrome unused

Description:
"Dirty Dick's" bar in Nassau is undoubtedly the best-known tavern in this part of the world.