Archive for October, 2007
“Complete Streets” for Cycling
If you plan on doing lots of walking or biking on your next vacation, make sure that your destination has “complete streets.” What is a complete street you ask? Complete streets have sidewalks, shoulders, and bike lanes that save vacationers and locals alike from veering too close to oncoming traffic and risking their lives. According [...]
Frightful Destinations for the Spooky-Starved Traveler
Autumn conjures images of leaf-raking, harvest cornucopias, and pumpkin carving, but many of us also enjoy the thrill of the spooky— and sometimes ghooooulish—ambiance Halloween invokes. Whether spider webs, bones, death, ghosts, devils, or medieval punishments frighten you with excitement, here are some places to visit that are sure to give you the heebie-jeebies.
California Wildfire Crisis: Who Helped, Who Balked
Here in Southern California, where upwards of 1 million residents have been evacuated from their homes, nearly everyone knows someone who has been affected by the wildfires. As of Thursday, firefighters are starting to make headway on the 22 fires that have ravaged parts of San Diego, Orange County, Los Angeles County, Santa Barbara, and [...]
Stamp Out Overpriced Accommodations
If you’re one of the millions of travels who stayed in a Hostelling International (HI) youth hostel during your adventures, you probably have a soft spot for dormitory-style accommodation and shared kitchens. But did you know that there’s a youth hostel located inside a ship in Stockholm? A lighthouse in California? A castle in Scotland? [...]
The Trouble With Traveling Near Thanksgiving
If you think it’s too soon to talk about Turkey Day, you’re wrong. It’s less than a month away. That’s right, November 22 is Thanksgiving. And that means Wednesday, November 21 will be the busiest travel day of the year. If anybody plans on traveling that Wednesday, don’t come crying to me when it’s over. [...]
Tips on Tipping Around the World
The rules on tipping are often confusing and change with each country. Here’s where tipping is encouraged, and where it’s a cultural no-no. In most European restaurants, the tip is included in your bill, but a few extra euros are appreciated for great service. In South America, gratuity is often included, but more so in [...]
Off the Brochure Travel Guide: Cape Town, South Africa
Cape Town is dominated by the stately and iconic Table Mountain, harbors African penguins, and is framed by countless wineries. Most tourists make a bee line to Victoria & Alfred (V & A) Waterfront, a massive district packed with shopping and entertainment venues. But if you’re heading all the way to Cape Town for the [...]
Deals of the Week – Oct. 23
The all-inclusive LaSource resort on the Caribbean island of Grenada is reopening its doors after three years of renovations. Guests can book a seven-night stay and get a $300 discount, with room rates starting at $315 per night. Banish the February blahs and book by February 29, 2008 for travel between February 1 and December [...]
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