Lowell Thomas's Old Travelogue: A Curious Peek, Not a Must-Watch

Alright, so 'Going Places with Lowell Thomas, #3' – let’s be real, this one isn’t for everyone. If you’re hunting for a sleek, high-definition travel doc, or anything with a plot, you’re gonna be bored stiff. Seriously. 😴

This little film is mostly for history buffs. Or maybe folks who love really old movies. It's a curious peek at how people saw the world decades ago. Otherwise? You can skip it. No hard feelings.

A Trip Back in Time, Literally

The whole thing kicks off in Rhodes, and we get a look at the old Hospital of the Knights. It’s pretty cool, actually. Even through the scratchy film, you can feel the history there. The stone walls just look ancient, you know?

It's not a flashy start. More like a quiet postcard moving before your eyes. The camera just sort of… observes.

Then, bam, we're in Africa. The veldt. Just animals doing their thing. You see a few critters, probably grazing or looking around. It’s not a deep dive into wildlife or anything. No dramatic chases, no intense close-ups like you’d get today.

It’s very much a “here are some animals” kind of vibe. Simple. Direct. Maybe a little too brief to really sink in.

Skiing! But Make It Old School

The best part, for me, was probably the skiing in the Arlberg Alps. ⛷️ These skiers, they look a bit different than modern pros, right? Their gear, the way they move – it's all very of its time.

There's a real sense of speed, even if the footage isn't super slick. You can almost imagine the cold air hitting your face. It’s dynamic, for a minute. A fun little burst of action.

Lowell Thomas himself, he’s got that classic, authoritative narrator voice. It’s very proper. Like he’s explaining things in a classroom, but a really chill one. He just tells you what you’re seeing, without much fuss.

The film stock itself is a character here. It adds this almost dreamlike quality. You're not just watching the past; you're watching a film *from* the past.

It's all over pretty quick. Just a few snapshots. No grand message, no deep insights. Just some places, presented as they were, for a few minutes. 🎞️ It’s a relic, really. A small, almost forgotten piece of cinematic history.

Don't go in expecting to be entertained like you would a modern documentary. But if you're curious about vintage travelogues? It's a quaint little watch. Just don't blink, or you might miss a continent.