Archive for February, 2011
Despite Recent Revolution, Egypt’s Transformation Tempting Travelers To Return
It’s not very often that we get a chance to watch history unfold before our eyes, and one of those eyewitnesses to history is The Wall Street Journal‘s Charles Levinson, reporting from Cairo. Peter spoke with Charles the day after the Egyptian president stepped down as celebrations rang throughout the country. Peter Greenberg: Quite an [...]
Air Traffic Controller Mistakes Double As Serious Safety Incidents Reported
Mistakes made by air traffic controllers have doubled over the last year said a new report released by the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) last week. According to the FAA report, in the 12 months ending on September 30, operational errors by air traffic controllers jumped from 947 to 1,889. These errors include incidents of planes [...]
Moab Dining, Shopping And Beyond
If you’re passing through the town of Moab on your way to Utah’s national parks, chances are your itinerary is packed with outdoor adventures like hiking, rock climbing or off-roading. But if you need a break from all the physical activity, this little town has plenty of options for a more laid-back travel experience. David [...]
Boeing Redesigns 747 To Be Greener, Leaner, Quieter
Boeing unveiled a newer and greener version of its classic 747 jumbo jet on Sunday at its company headquarters in Everett, Washington. The updated version, called the 747-8 Intercontinental, gives the 40-year-old original a new twist by adding 51 more seats and using less fuel. The new plane will seat 467 passengers and feature a [...]
Travel Tip: TSA Screenings And Special Circumstances
By now, you’ve probably heard about the new full-body scanners and enhanced pat-downs at airports. But if you’re dealing with special circumstances, do you know your rights? For most traveling adults, going through a full-body hasn’t been that big of a deal. I’ve done it many times now with no ill effects. But you always [...]
Travel Tip: Shadow Days, Educational Vacation Experiences
Are you trying to come up with an educational vacation experience for your child? You may want to look for something called Shadow Days where they can get real hands-on learning experiences. What is a Shadow Day? This is where participants can learn about the various careers and jobs by following around—or shadowing—professionals. Best of [...]
Valentine’s Day Adventures At America’s Zoos And Museums
A traveler’s Valentine’s Day doesn’t have to involve just chocolates and champagne in a hotel room. There are plenty of more intellectual pursuits taking place this weekend where you can learn about the birds and the bees, and everything in between! At the Smithsonian’s National Zoological Park, visitors get a firsthand look at the zoo’s romantic [...]
Department of Transportation Moving to Ban E-cigarettes Aboard US Flights
The U.S. Department of Transportation is expected to announce a ban of electronic cigarettes aboard all U.S. domestic flights, to take effect later this spring. The impeding changes where revealed in a letter from Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood to Senator Frank Lautenberg, obtained by the Associated Press. Lautenberg, the author of the 1987 law that [...]
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