Archive for July, 2011
Travel Tip: Car-Free Zones
If there’s one place in the world where I can truly relax, it’s on a little island off New York where no cars are allowed. And there are more car-free zones around the U.S. than you might expect. What’s cool about car-free destinations is not just the peace and quiet, but that it’s such an [...]
Heavy Storms Hit Chicago, Delay Flights
Heavy storms hit Chicago Monday morning which resulted in canceled flights, some airport damage and increasing the city’s flight-delay record. The severe thunderstorms produced winds of more than 60 mph with hail and heavy rain. More than 100 flights out of Chicago’s O’Hare International Airport were canceled. Planes flying into O’Hare and Midway International Airport [...]
Four Local Favorites Of Chiang Mai, Thailand
The Old City in Chiang Mai, Thailand is surrounded by a moat and the vestiges of a wall built to repel Burmese invaders. As the main tourist district, most stay within the Old City’s boundaries even though some of the greatest rewards are just outside the walls. Contributing writer Dan Lawton ventures into the heart [...]
Travel Tip: Free Wi-Fi In Familiar Places
Travel Tip: Free Wi-Fi In Familiar Places As wireless Internet becomes more common, the trick is figuring out where it’s available for free. Unfortunately, that may not be your hotel room, but there are some familiar spots to get connected. McDonald’s recently announced that it has removed the fee to use Wi-Fi in 11,000 locations [...]
Weekly International Travel News Roundup
From Amtrak’s privatization debates to FAA’s Next Generation Air Traffic control system, the transportation budget is an increasingly pressing issue. The Travel Detective enters the mix with his latest blog on the recent myths and surprising truths in recent headline-breaking travel stories. And be sure to check out our feature on Five for Families: Berlin [...]
Radio Guests: Sherwood Inn, Skaneateles, NY
Sure, small towns can often be the last vestige of old Americana. But did you know that Skaneateles, New York has one of the few remaining mail-delivery boats that actually welcomes guests? Sarah Wiles, whose family owns and operates Mid-Lakes Navigation, talks to Peter about life on the water in the Finger Lakes. While Sarah [...]
Hidden Gems: Baja California Wine
When it comes to enjoying a drink in Mexico, many just order up a strong margarita. But while Mexico is the birthplace of tequila, it’s also the oldest wine culture in the Americas. Mexico’s largest wine-producing region, the Valle de Guadalupe in Baja California, has more than two dozen wineries spanning 133 square miles. Wine [...]
Travel Tip: Outdoor Art
Sure, you’re probably going to hit a museum when visiting a new city. But when the weather is warm, try tacking on a different sort of experience by exploring outdoor works of art as well. You might be surprised by the quality and variety of outdoor art installations… Every weekend through November, the DeCordova Museum [...]
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