Archive for June, 2011
Siesta Then Fiesta: Spanish Culture Plus Madrid Hotspots And Insider Tips
Video Interview: Victoria Mather, Travel Editor of Vanity Fair From eyebrow-tweezing specialists to rock n’ roll priests, Vanity Fair’s Victoria Mather manages to surprise Peter with her diverse knowledge of Spain. An early adopter of the “siesta then fiesta” culture of Madrid, Victoria introduces Peter to her favorite bars, boutique hotels, tapas restaurants, beauty gurus, [...]
Exploring Folk Art Traditions: Puerto Rican Vejigantes Masks
The Puerto Rican Vejigantes mask tradition offers a unique link to the island’s past. Contributing writer Meg Pier went beyond the tourist markets and sought out three of the island’s best known mask makers to learn about their techniques and the history of this ancient folk art. In Puerto Rican museums, restaurants, and homes, the [...]
Radio Guests – W Retreat & Spa, Vieques, Puerto Rico – June 4, 2011
Is there such thing as too much information when it comes to airline safety? Pilot Patrick Smith reports on recent safety incidents and shares his take on how media affects travelers’ perceptions. Do you know what sets apart a traveler from a tourist? Noted author Rolf Potts explains how to have an authentic travel experience, [...]
Travel Tip: Tsunami Preparedness
Although the risk of being caught in a tsunami is quite low, it never hurts to be prepared. So here’s how you can prepare for this natural disaster… The good news is that tsunamis are usually preceded by a noticeable ground shift. And since the devastating Indian Ocean tsunami in 2004, experts have improved warning [...]
Travel Tip: Planning For The Summer Olympics
Now that Royal Wedding fever has cooled off, London is heating up for the 2012 Olympics. But even with high demand for tickets and expensive airfare, that doesn’t mean you’re going to be left behind. Tickets can range anywhere from $30 for qualifying events to $3,000 for opening and closing ceremonies.
Cheap Airfares Vs. Cheap Airports: How Travelers Can Benefit From Airline Competition
Should you look for a cheap flight or cheap airport? The Travel Detective reports on consistent ways to find good value and how you can use airline competition to your benefit. The other day I called American Airlines and asked them, “Do you fly from Los Angeles to Las Vegas?” They said yes, so I [...]
Bus Safety Concerns Mount Following Deadly Crashes
Following two deadly commercial bus crashes, pressure is mounting to enact legislative change on bus safety measures. At 5a.m. on Tuesday morning, four people were killed and 54 were injured after a bus ran off the road and overturned en route from Greensboro, North Carolina, to New York’s Chinatown. The bus was operated by Sky [...]
Travel Tip: Reading In Airports
Delays, cancellations and layovers can make some travelers wish they had brought some better reading material. Short of paying too much at the airport bookstore, what are your options? Last summer, Amsterdam’s Schiphol took an unusual step and opened the first permanent airport library.
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