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Post by Geoff on Nov 9, 2009 12:49:26 GMT
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Post by Geoff on Nov 9, 2009 12:50:25 GMT
Glen Afton Country HouseSituated on Glen Afton Farm, at the source of the Karkloof River and 10km from the village of Nottingham Road, Glen Afton Country House lies near the hub of the KwaZulu-Natal Midlands, and conveniently only a little over 2km from the N3 Freeway. The original Glen Afton settler homestead dates back to the mid 1800's but has been extensively renovated and extended and offers luxury B&B accommodation in four suites, each with private entrance from the garden and all en-suite with bath and shower. www.countryroads.co.za/view.php?cid=4779
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Post by Geoff on Nov 9, 2009 12:51:30 GMT
Afton, OklahomaEstablished in 1886, Afton was named by a Scottish railroad surveyor for his daughter, who was named after the River Afton in Scotland, made famous by Robert Burn’s poem. Beginning as a farming community, the agriculture thrived in the rich, black soil along Horse Creek. Further prosperity came to the town when Route 66 barreled through the community. Soon service stations and motor courts popped up to serve the many travelers along the Mother Road. However, when the I-44 replaced Route 66, it took a drastic toll upon the community and today, visiting Afton feels as you've taken a step back in time. Once Afton provided one of the most popular tourist stops along the Mother Road – that of the Buffalo Ranch, which included not only buffalo, but llamas, yaks, a petting zoo and barbeque. Torn down in 1997, this once popular Route 66 destination now is called home to nothing but a convenience store. However, Afton provides a number of photographic opportunities in its historic architecture, vintage gas stations and fading auto courts. As you first enter town you will see the remains of the old Rest Haven Motel where many a weary Route 66 traveler once laid their heads. www.legendsofamerica.com/OK-Afton.htmlAfton StationAfton Station and Route 66 Packards has finally become a reality. It’s been a busy time since purchasing the old 1930's D-X gas station on Route 66 in Afton, Oklahoma eight years ago but both the “office” portion of the building and the vintage car showroom are largely completed and able to display 14 vintage autos and a collection of Route 66, Buffalo Ranch memorabilia and other interesting items. An unofficial "rest stop" for weary travelers, with a small museum and a place to purchase maps, guide books, and a few trinkets with a Route 66 theme. It's not a gift shop by any means. There is no standard souvenir junk, just helpful and unique items for purchase. www.postcardsfromtheroad.net/afton.shtml
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Post by Geoff on Nov 9, 2009 13:12:27 GMT
Afton House Inn, St CroixSt. Croix River Cruises nestled on the shores of the Scenic St. Croix River. Enjoy the Historic Afton House Inn and Afton Hudson Cruise Lines. The Afton House Inn offers fine and casual dining, meeting rooms, and 25 beautifully decorated Jacuzzi and fireplace suites. Enjoy tableside cooking in the Wheel Room or burgers and pizzas in the Catfish Saloon and Cafe. Join us for a public or private charter cruise and cruise in luxury style on the St. Croix River. While cruising on one of our three riverboats enjoy the bluffs of Minnesota and Wisconsin. River cruises depart from Afton, Minnesota and Hudson, Wisconsin. mid April-October. Also, enjoy our Treasure Island Casino Cruise every other Tuesday cruising on the St. Croix and Mississippi rivers. Just 15 minutes from downtown St. Paul and 35 minutes from downtown Minneapolis! www.aftonhouseinn.com/
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