Archive for February, 2011
10 Lesser-Known Treasures Of Portugal
Ask just about anyone what they know about Portugal as a destination and even savvy travelers may have this image: a country with beachfront resorts in the Algarve, historical sites in Lisbon, cloyingly sweet port wine, and food that revolves around codfish. After dining with several writers who unanimously voted Portugal as having the worst [...]
Peter Greenberg On The American Traveler
Some mail came in which I thought I’d share because I thought it was fun. I laughed at it, maybe you won’t. A woman wrote in, “By accident while traveling by car I tuned into your radio show and decided to listen as I do enjoy travel greatly. In my 20 or 25 minutes listening [...]
Travel Tip: Hotel Fire Preparation
Do you know how to prepare yourself in case of a hotel fire? Well, I’m not just a frequent traveler; I’m also a volunteer firefighter, so I’ve got some tips for you. Preparation starts at check-in. There’s not a fire department in the country that can easily fight a fire above the eighth floor, so [...]
Unusual Romantic Getaways For Valentine’s Day
Not sure yet how to seduce your loved one this Valentine’s Day? Well, we’re not sure if these outrageous packages will romance or repel, but they’re sure to make an impression. Who doesn’t equate romance with the cast of Jersey Shore? On February 11, Mike “The Situation” Sorrentino will host the poolside “Global Warming” party at Harrah’s [...]
Free Travel Videos: Voluntourism Uganda
While on a humanitarian mission to Masese, Uganda, Tawnya Rush encountered a community that is making great strides in developing a better way of life. Together with the Colorado-based non-profits CulturePrep and H.E.L.P. International, locals are working toward improving in three main areas: education, nutrition and health care. Watch the video below to learn more [...]
Travel Tip: Fantasy Camps: Sports Experiences With The Pros
Some people never want to grow up, especially when it comes to our childhood sports heroes. So how can you combine hero worship with travel? It’s easy. Several major sports teams host their own fantasy experiences, where fans can travel to a camp and play with the legends. We’re talking everything from hockey with Wayne [...]
Voluntourism Uganda With HELP International And CulturePrep
While on a humanitarian mission to Masese, Uganda, Tawnya Rush encountered a community that is making great strides in developing a better way of life. Together with the Colorado-based non-profits CulturePrep and H.E.L.P. International, locals are working toward improving in three main areas: education, nutrition and health care. Watch the video below to learn more about Tawnya’s [...]
Travel Insurance And Egypt: Travel Protection During Civil Unrest
Though political unrest in Egypt continues, many of the travelers who were stranded last week have been evacuated to safety. But what lessons have we learned from this situation? It’s not the first time in recent memory that political unrest in seemingly stable destinations has left American travelers stranded or contemplating cutting short their vacation [...]
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