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Virtual Vietnam Wall - Desktop Travel Pays Tribute to Fallen Americans
2008-04-02 03:53:00 Digitized wall brings losses closer to home We all have our own unique reasons for travel. To explore, to understand, to learn, to cherish. Sometimes travel can feel more like a thank you or maybe an apology, especially when we visit places like Auschwitz, Hiroshima, Vietnam . read more More About: Travel , Desktop , Wall , Virtual
Beauty Contest with a Disturbing Twist
2008-04-01 16:13:00 Beauty is only skin ...err, fur deep Legs that go on forever, more curves than the Indy 500 and eyes ensconced in batting, come-hither lashes. Ah, beauty. We never tire of admiring it, studying it and in many parts of the world, judging it. Contest s in next week's pageant in Saudi Arabia don't have the best manners though - spitting is a favorite pastime. read more More About: Beauty , Twist
Zip Lining Safety - Cruise Passenger Death Raises Safety Concerns
2008-04-01 13:53:00 Cruise lines scramble to answer safety questions in the wake of tragedy Ever thought of taking a zip-line tour while visiting the Caribbean ? Adrenaline-pumping excursions are lightening rods for cruisers and resort guests who want to feel the rush in a relatively safe environment. But Barbara Sue Fojtasek, 44, of Texas found out that thrills can come with a steep price tag. read more More About: Safety , Adventure , Death , Cruise
Healthy Dining Finder - The Best Places to Eat in North America
2008-03-31 16:54:00 Websites cooking up new places to get your grub everywhere you go Think travel is a one-way ticket to the fat farm? You're between flights, so you grab the easiest (read: highest fat) thing to munch on while sifting your way through security. Or you arrive at your destination and the only thing on your mind is something deep fried and drizzled in chocolate. read more More About: America , United States , Wine , North America , Canada
Cherry Blossom Festival ? Spring Travel at its Finest
2008-03-28 16:02:00 Japan?s annual event is a once in a lifetime opportunity. I've never been to Japan's cherry blossom festival, but I have seen its little sister in Washington D.C. read more More About: United States , Family , Travel , Culture , Spring
Earth Hour: Turn Off the Lights for Climate Change
2008-03-28 14:26:00 Major cities will be in the dark tomorrow night... If you've traveled during a blackout, you know what a horribly disorienting feeling it causes. But on Saturday March 28th, savvy travelers will be prepared for the dark. read more More About: United States , Earth , Climate Change , Climate , Change
Pairing Medical Procedures & Spa Treatments with Travel
2008-03-27 19:36:00 Plastic surgery while vacationing? No problem with medical tourism Always wondered how you'd look with Jennifer Aniston's nose? Boobs need a pick-me-up? If you've decided to trade your (tired, overweight, insert appropriate choice here) for a sleek, new model, Fly2Doc.com is online to help. read more More About: Travel , Medical , Treatments , Fashion , Island
The Geography of Bliss
2008-03-27 15:16:00 Traveling to the happiest places in the world Can travel make you happy? Is possible to truly follow the path of contentment to find bliss? read more More About: Reviews , Geography
Luggage Freedom - Pack Heavy, but Travel Light
2008-03-26 20:36:00 Freedom to travel with whatever you want - even the kitchen sink! I'll admit that I can be impatient when I travel, which is why I travel light. Unfortunately I often travel with people who can't distill their needs into a single carryon. Unlike my companions, lost luggage isn't a problem for me, but I still spend far too much time waiting at the baggage carousel. read more More About: Freedom , Travel , Light , Heavy , Luggage
Delta Safety Video Sparks Online Controversy
2008-03-26 18:59:00 Deltalina isn't the first sexy flight attendant As the latest step in their rebranding activity, Delta's new safety video was supposed to be a refreshing start to passengers' trips. Instead the video went viral - talked about on almost every popular site. Most agree with our earlier assessment - modern, neat, and hopefully a way to get passengers to pay attention to safety videos. But some responses are hitting flight attendants the wrong way. read more More About: Video , Safety , Online , Offbeat , Controversy
DB Cooper Update - Can this Case be Solved?
2008-03-26 17:16:00 Has the FBI found a clue in the case of the hijacker who got away? The FBI is studying a torn and tangled parachute found by children in southwest Washington this week. They think it might be the parachute "DB Cooper " used 36 years ago when he hijacked a plane and made off with $200,000. It's the only domestic hijacking case that's never been solved. read more More About: Update , Case
American Airlines Cancels 200 Flights for Safety Inspections
2008-03-26 16:11:00 America's largest airline cancels flights for FAA inspections If you're flying American Airlines today, call ahead before leaving for the airport. Earlier this morning, the airline canceled 200 domestic flights of MD-80's to comply with FAA inspections. read more More About: Safety , Flights , American Airlines
Eos Launches New Un-Airline Magazine Written by Readers
2008-03-26 14:16:00 New magazine invites readers to share travel stories Eos Class touts itself as private jet luxury at business class prices, seating only 48 people in planes built for 200. More like a boutique hotel, even their staff embody trendiness - rather than the military feeling so common in the industry. Now, they're launching an in-flight magazine written by and for their guests. read more More About: Magazine , Luxury , Readers , Airline , Written
10 Best Places in the World to Eco-Adventure
2008-03-25 20:28:00 National Geographic lists top 10 countries where you can adventure green Thirty years ago, travelers interested in ecotourism were granola-crunching tree-huggers, hippies. They weren't exactly typical. Today, sustainable, responsible tourism is a blooming success worldwide. It's definitely mainstream now. read more More About: Reviews , World , Adventure , Places , The World
Katherine Lee Stars as Deltalina and Jazzes up Delta Safety
2008-03-22 22:45:00 Finger waving beauty spices up safety on Delta Airlines Next month the fresh face of safety will be making her debut aboard Delta Airlines. She doesn't have anything new to say, but she's beautiful, playful and Delta's hoping she'll get you excited about safety in ways you've never imagined. Deltalina, an amalgamation of Delta and the actress Katherine Lee resembles - Angelina Jolie - is serious about putting safety. With just a hint of dominatrix in her scolding. And she's single. read more More About: Stars , Safety
Central Park Jogger - Recalling Trisha Meili and Jogging Safety
2008-03-22 22:03:00 Safety tips for runners when traveling A male jogger who was attacked in New York City's Central Park was released from hospital today. He was attacked very near the same spot 28-year-old investment banker, Trisha Meili, had been attacked in 1989. read more More About: Safety , Central Park
Celebrate Spring With Your Mom
2008-03-20 13:59:00 Orlando is the perfect place to enjoy your first and best girlfriend Your mom says she doesn't care where you go for your getaway - as long as the two of you are together. She's lying. We love taking our moms to Orlando, because there's so much to do there. Everything - shopping, theme parks, great food - is all close by. If variety is the spice of life for your mom, she'll love it here too. read more More About: United States , Luxury , Hotels , Girlfriend , Spring
First Day of Spring - Weekend Getaway Time
2008-03-19 19:51:00 Spring Equinox - A great reason to celebrate love 9-5 got you down? Take the first day of a spring as a sign to get outta town. Contrary to popular belief, the weekend getaway doesn't have to involve an overly precious B&B or fussy French food - though it can. All you really need is your partner, you and a little bit of spring fever. read more More About: Reviews , Hotels , Romantic , Time , Spring
Cat Cora - Traveling with a Chef (Part 3 of 3)
2008-03-19 17:25:00 Food Network star, Cat Cora, on the packing, the best seat on the plane and layovers Cat Cora, the famous Iron Chef , has been chatting with us this week on cooking, traveling and how she survives when her schedule is insane. If you've ever wondered how seasoned travelers do it, read on... read more More About: Reviews , Wine , Part , Part 3
Edmontosaurus - An Educational Reason to Visit North Dakota
2008-03-18 18:56:00 Rare mummified dinosaur looks good for his age Considering a road trip to the North Dakota Badlands this year? You might want to hold off until Dakota, a Edmontosaurus, is freed from his 65 million year old tomb. Because when he is, you're going to want to see him. read more More About: United States , Culture , Educational , Reason
Seattle Space Needle Redesign - Are You Up for the Challenge
2008-03-18 18:11:00 Ready to try your hand at designing America's next best meeting place? "The idea for the Space Needle began with a scribble on a cocktail napkin," wrote Stuart Eskenazi for the Seattle Times. And while it's become a famous fixture of the city, no one's quite sure what it is - a park, a campus, cultural attraction? read more More About: United States , Challenge , Redesign
Mile High Music Festival Announces Lineup: Tom Petty, John Mayer, Steve Win
2008-03-18 17:25:00 2 nights of the best mile-high fun you'll "ever" have! The first Mile High Music Festival is ready to wow you in ways you've only dreamed of... Earlier today, organizers announced the star-studded line up for the 2-day inaugural festival July 19 & 20. And you aren't going to be disappointed. read more More About: United States , Culture , Steve , John Mayer
Airfare Watchdog - New Customizable Email Alert Options
2008-03-18 15:17:00 Online travel agent adds city-to-city email notices We love travel sites that promise us the moon and deliver a sleek new ship for the ride there. Airfare Watchdog is one of our favorites, but today it's an even slicker option. Thanks to new features like personalize city-to-city airfare email alerts. read more More About: Email , Options , Alert
Dalai Lama Issues Warning - Are the Beijing Summer Olympics at Risk?
2008-03-18 14:24:00 Violence in Tibet spotlights human rights issues in China The Dalai Lama has threatened resignation if Tibetans continue to commit violent acts against the government. His statement on Tuesday comes in the wake of riots and deaths in the struggle for Tibetan independence and/or autonomy from China. read more More About: Summer , Olympics , Beijing , Issues
Cat Cora -Traveling with a Chef (Part 2 of 3)
2008-03-18 11:00:00 Food Network star, Cat Cora, on the food challenges while on the road Cat Cora, the famous Iron Chef , cookbook author, philanthropist, mother and avid world traveler spends nearly 300 days away from her home. Her career has taken her from Jackson, Mississippi, to Europe, Central America, Asia and everywhere in between. read more More About: Reviews , Wine , Part , Traveling
Cat Cora - Traveling with a Chef (Part 1 of 3)
2008-03-17 20:19:00 Food Network star, Cat Cora, on the difference between travelers and tourists The first and only female Iron Chef is also a cookbook author, philanthropist, mother, and spends nearly 300 days a year on the road. Cat's career has taken her from her hometown in Jackson, Mississippi, to Europe, Central America, Asia and everywhere in between. read more More About: Reviews , Wine , Part , Traveling
Cruise Tipping - Who, How and When?
2008-03-17 18:31:00 It's the most talked about topic - and the least understood Whether you're a veteran cruiser or a first-timer, knowing who, when and how much to tip can be vexing. For starters, every cruise line does it differently, and even when they explain it, it's still ambiguous and confusing. And for first time cruisers who were expecting an all-inclusive vacation, tipping can be an unexpected bill at the end of a vacation. read more More About: Reviews , Cruise , Ports of Call
Travel With Ease - 4 Myths Debunked
2008-03-17 16:18:00 Common travel myths unraveled and explained read more More About: Travel , Myths , Ease
Happy St. Patrick's Day - Irish Blessings from GoGirlfriend
2008-03-17 14:39:00 Enjoy your green beer, kiss a few leprechauns and have fun! Top O' the morn to ya! I love wearing green on St. Paddy's Day. Even though I can claim less than 5% Irish in my heritage, St. Patrick's Day reminds what it's like to have fun just for the sake of having fun. In honor of all things Irish and traveling to a place where kissing a stone can actually bring you luck, our goal today is making your eyes smile - whether you're Irish or not. read more More About: Happy , Blessings
St Patrick's Day Makes Us Wish We Were Irish
More articles from this author:2008-03-17 13:51:00 Wearing green and hoping for the luck o' the Irish today? Kermit said it's not easy being green, but today we're happy that everything's coming up green. Can you blame us? Only the Irish can sing about death, starvation and riots with lilting voices and have your toes twitching before the end of the first verse. read more 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6 |
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