Archive for July, 2011
Boating Statistics & Boating Safety Necessities
Today marks the start of the largest boating weekend, and the topic of boating safety is once again on the radar. Statistically, this holiday is considered to be one of the most deadly, dangerous boating weekends of the year. You might be surprised to learn that more people die every year in boating accidents than [...]
Boating Safety Tips On The Early Show
The July 4 holiday marks one of the biggest boating weekends of the year. But far too many people ignore basic boating safety, often with tragic results. Peter Greenberg joined the U.S. Coast Guard on the water this morning for a CBS Early Show report on boating safety. From boating under the influence to life [...]
Beach Closings Rise As Pollution Grows, National Resources Defense Council Reports
Just in time for the largest beach weekend of the year, the Natural Resources Defense Council’s annual report indicates that beach pollution is a growing problem for our public health. Per the NRDC report, 2010 had the second-highest level of beach closings in the last 21 years with 21.091 days closed. This marks a 29 [...]
Hidden Gems: Glass Blowing In Baja California
There are plenty of souvenirs you can bring home from Baja California, but there are only a few that you can make for yourself. Welcome to the centuries-old Mexican tradition of glass blowing. In fact, the Blown Glass factory in Cabo San Lucas is the first and the oldest factory of its kind in Mexico. [...]
Travel Tip: Experiences For Gem Lovers
You don’t have to be a millionaire to get a close-up view of precious jewels. No, I’m not suggesting you lurk around jewelry stores, but you also don’t have to view gems from afar either. At the Cooper Hewitt Design Museum in New York City, an exhibit called Set in Style showcases pieces from the [...]
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