Archive for Category: "Pop Culture Travel"
4 Mad Men-Inspired Vacations
Before tonight’s season 6 premiere, plan ahead and step into the world of Pete Campbell, Betty Draper, Don Draper (and even Dick Whitman) on your next vacation. Relics of the Mad Men era are still around, so we had contributor Lauren Herstik round up four series locations and characters to inspire your next vacation. Start [...]
The Travel Industry’s Best April Fools’ Jokes
Mark you calendar today is the launch of glass-bottom planes, Skyping in space, Google Treasure Maps, a Toshiba tube top laptop, and vowel-less social media on Twttr…..Oh wait, April Fools’ Day! Keep reading for all of the latest products that might not change the travel world, but are worth a good laugh. Richard Branson’s Glass-Bottom [...]
8 Mad Men-Inspired Vacations
Before tonight’s season 6 premiere, plan ahead and step into the world of Pete Campbell, Betty Draper, Don Draper (and even Dick Whitman) on your next vacation. Relics of the Mad Men era are still around, so we had contributor Lauren Herstik round up eight series locations and characters to inspire your next vacation. Start [...]
Beyond Sundance: Six Standout US Film Festivals
This week, film-savvy travelers are making their way to Sundance, one of the most publicized and anticipated independent film festivals in the world. But you don’t have to book a last-minute flight to Park City, Utah, in the dead of winter to get a film fix. Instead, contributor Darra Stone shares the top six Academy [...]
How You Can Travel Back to Downton Abbey: Castles, High Tea & More
Season Three of Downton Abbey has started and it’s shaping up to the be the best one yet. If you can’t wait until this Sunday’s episode, check out Alyssa Caverley’s report on real-life travel opportunities inspired by the series. Keep reading for information on the top five Downton-inspired local sites. more>>
Believe it or Not: 9 Surprising Finds from Baggage Battles
We’re well into the second season of the Travel Channel’s Baggage Battles, which Peter co-executive produced with Michael Yudin. So far we’ve introduced you to stars Bill Leroy, Mark Meyer and Laurence and Sally Martin. Now, let’s check out some of their biggest scores. From a sword from the War of 1812 to a stuffed baboon to [...]
Travel Tip: Winter Art Fairs
Europe may have history on its side, but that doesn’t mean that it trumps the US in terms of culture. There are countless art fairs held throughout the country every year—and it’s not just about high-end experiences. Art Basel Miami is the sister show of the most famous of them all: Art Basel in Switzerland. [...]
Sneak Peek at Baggage Battles Season 2 Premiering Tonight
Earlier this year, Baggage Battles opened up a world most fliers didn’t even know exists…the brave new world of airport auctions. The Travel Channel’s show, which Peter co-executive produced with Michael Yudin, is now in its second season. Stars Billy Leroy and Mark Meyer spill the dirt on season two, where the deals are bigger, [...]
