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A Journey Into Michelangelo?s Rome: Interview With Angela K. Nickerson
2008-05-20 15:52:00 © Angela K. Nickerson, 2008 Based in Sacramento, California, teacher and art lover Angela K. Nickerson can now add author to her CV. Her book “A Journey Into Michelangelo’s Rome” hit the book stores in April and will without doubt inspire readers to visit the Italian capital. Published by Roaring Forties Press in April 2008, A Journey into Michelangelo’s Rome follows Michelangelo from his ... More About: Europe , Travel , Books , Culture , Interviews
My Favourite Surf Magazines
2008-05-20 08:38:00 After watching Nuit de la Glisse, you will get a free issue of The Perfect Moment. Check out the free trial issues of The Surfer’s Path online. Transworld Surf has it all. More About: Magazines
A Photo Essay From Capri
2008-05-19 15:42:00 In Mary Wells Is Ready for Her Close-up, a photo essay from Capri, Mary writes about the Italian town where everything feels like a movie set. There, you can take the boat to adorable Positano, stay in the new hotel J.K. Palace or perhaps Capri Palace Hotel & Spa in Anacapri, the town above Capri. When to ... More About: Europe , Italy
Travel Essay Contest
2008-05-15 20:22:00 Calling all travel writers: FitnessTravelGear is looking for inspiring, amusing, informative stories about your outdoor and travel adventures. They want to hear about hiking trips, epic rides, eco resorts, rafting outings, volunteer travel, and more. Win lots of fancy outdoor gear from Outdoor Research, Steripen, Keen, Crumpler, Vasque, Teva, SIGG, Osprey, Pacsafe, Shred Alert, and ... More About: News , Contests , Essay
On Taiwan, Lonely Planet and Snarky Tofu: Interview With Joshua Samuel Brow
2008-05-15 20:09:00 Scenes in Taiwan Professional nomad, travel writer and Lonely Planet co-author Joshua Samuel Brown is almost done researching Lonely Planet Singapore 8. Before he will get to the writing from home, I had the chance for a short interview. E.J: How did you get into writing guidebooks for Lonely Planet? Have you always loved writing and traveling? JSB: I’d been doing journalism and traveling since about 1998, with a fair bit ... More About: Travel , Asia , Interviews
UpTake Opened The Doors To The Public!
2008-05-14 17:40:00 Most people have an idea of where they’d like to travel - whether it’s a beach vacation, a skiing holiday, or a city break - but not everyone know where to stay. Thanks to UpTake, you can search and find hotels anywhere in the U.S., read opinions from other travelers and also discover what to do at your chosen destination. Today, UpTake opened to the ... More About: Public , The Doors , Opened
Tokyo - A Lovestory: Travel Tips From The World?s Largest City
2008-05-13 17:56:00 Linda at the Ginza Crossing © Andreas Wiss Today we talk with the Swedish freelance writer Linda Iliste who shares her travel tips and experiences from the Japan ese capital. Specialized in travel, cultural phenomenon and human right’s issues, she has written for various Swedish newspapers and magazines as well as international development organizations such as ActionAid. Linda currently resides in Stockholm, ... More About: Travel , Asia , World , Interviews
Join The Social Travel Guide Tripwolf
2008-05-12 18:35:00 Offering high quality content on more than 200,000 destinations around the globe, tripwolf is a new social travel guide and trip planner for independent travel enthusiasts. Surveys show that more than 70% of people get their travel recommendations from friends and family, so what could be better than signing up at tripwolf and start sharing ... More About: Social , Travel , Join , Guide
London Love: 10 Favourites From Gridskipper
2008-05-12 16:12:00 I couldn’t resist linking to some of my favourite Gridskipper posts. 1. Organic London 2. Where to Sleep in Notting Hill 3. Top London Yoga Studios 4. London’s Love liest Lingerie 5. The Sexiest Chocolate in London 6. Getting High in London 7. Indian Vegetarian Restaurants in London 8. London for Magazine Freaks 9. London Bookshop Cafes 10. Scandinavian Cuisine Invades London For more London tips, visit the urban travel guide Gridskipper. ... More About: Europe , United Kingdom , Favourites
The Most Comfortable Airline Economy Seats
2008-05-10 13:32:00 During that next long-haul flight, imagine how good it would feel to have enough legroom to sit comfortable, being able to open your laptop all the way, or fall back your seat and look out the window. For an up-do-date listing on the airlines with the most comfortable seats, check out Ranked: The 10 Most Comfortable Airline Economy Seats at Geek About. ... More About: Travel , Air Travel
Suffering Is Not Art
2008-05-09 16:15:00 In 2007, the ‘artist’ Guillermo Habacuc Vargas took an innocent dog from the street, tied him with one short cord to one of the walls in an art gallery in Managua, Nicaragua, and let him die of hunger and thirst. Apparently, the name of the dog was Natividad and despite public protest during the exhibition, he ... More About: Suffering
The Legendary St. Regis Opened In Singapore
2008-05-08 20:51:00 Celebrating its grand debut at the end of April, The St. Regis Singapore is the first significant hotel opening in Singapore in the past 11 years. Located in the downtown embassy district near the posh boutiques on Orchard Street, the hotel features 299 luxurious guestrooms and suites at one of the most prestigious addresses in the city. “The St. Regis ... More About: Opened
Remarkable Bloggers Featured In April 2008 Bloghology
2008-05-07 14:32:00 Founded by the young Internet entrepreneur Mert Erkal, Bloghology is a collection of remarkable bloggers and their profiles from all around the world. March 2008 Bloghology was downloaded more than 5,000 times. So if you want to promote your blog, do yourself a favour and sign up at http://bloghology.org to be featured in an upcoming ... More About: April , Blogging , Bloggers , Featured
3 Great Travel Items From CVS/pharmacy
2008-05-06 16:08:00 Since the summer months are almost here, remember to gear up for your vacation. CVS/pharmacy has some great travel items that make preparing for that escape more convenient. They’re especially a good fit for travelers who only want to bring a carry-on. CVS/pharmacy Hand Sanitizing Spray Pen: Airplanes and public transportation are a breeding ground for germs ... More About: Shopping , Travel , Great , Items , Pharmacy
Spring-Time In Venice
2008-05-05 18:03:00 Venice © Florin Florea It’s spring-time in Venice, so why not go to see a show in English? A visit to the theatre is the perfect way to spend an evening in Venice. The only English-language theatre event in the city - audio translated into seven languages including Italian - is Carnival The Show which blends theatre, music and multimedia ... More About: Europe , Music , Culture , Italy , Venice
Upcoming Virtual Book Tour With Paul Kilduff
2008-05-05 14:38:00 “Paul Kilduff is excited to bring his first nonfiction work, entitled Ruinair, on a virtual book tour. Paul’s book is a witty travelogue which sees him get his own back on the airline that overcharged him and significantly delayed him on a flight from Malaga to Dublin: ?Stung by a ten hour delay and a E300 ... More About: News , Books , Book , Tour , Virtual
Travel Tips: Chicago Hotel Deals From Hotwire
2008-05-02 15:13:00 If you’re aiming for optimal weather conditions, spring is a great time to visit Chicago . Check the lay of the land from the Sears Tower Skydeck, explore various museums along South Lake Shore Drive, or cheer on the Cubs at Wrigley Field. Here’s a sample of Chicago the deals you can find on Hotwire: 4.5-star hotel in ... More About: Travel , Hotels , Hotel , North America
Join The Book Signing Of Bob Colacello?s OUT
2008-05-02 12:50:00 For the newest update on New York City’s nightlife at its most infamous stages, make sure to join the book signing of the second printing of Bob Collacelo’s OUT. The event takes place tomorrow, May 3rd, at the ADAM boutique / 678 Hudson Street in NYC. Book subjects include Jack Nicholson, Cher, Raquel Welch, Yves Saint Laurent, ... More About: News , Books , Book Signing , Join
Shoot Travel Photography Like A Pro
2008-04-30 15:12:00 A quick tip for people interested in learning how to capture great travel shots. Check out Scott Kelby’s article Shoot ing Travel Like a Pro at Graphics.com. More About: Photography , Travel photography
L.A. Mart Design Center Offers Furniture Sample Sale
2008-04-29 09:03:00 Between May 31 and June 1, 2008, L.A. Mart® Design Center will open its doors to the public and offer up to 70% below wholesale as part of their year-long 50th Anniversary celebration. Since this special furniture sample sale coincides with the Avenues of Art & Design in West Hollywood, it’s a perfect time for design aficionados to visit ... More About: News , Shopping , Events , Furniture
The Battle In The Barrio
2008-04-28 18:04:00 There’s more to Bilbao than the Guggenheim Museum. In this week’s guest post, Anil Shamdasani explores the suburban barrio San Ignazio. TEXT Anil Shamdasani PHOTO Anna Moreno I am not one of those people who will miss out on anything that a city has to offer purely on the basis of it being ?too touristy’. There’s a reason that ... More About: Europe , Travel , Spain , Battle , Barrio
Travel+Leisure Southeast Asia Launches Online Travel Story Contest
2008-04-28 16:30:00 Are you an aspiring writer or photographer? Do yourself a favour and check out the recently launched website of Travel +Leisure Southeast Asia . Until June 30, 2008, writers and photographers can win various prices by submitting their travel stories, photography and videos. Luckily, the contest is open to people all over the world and there is ... More About: Contest , Story , Magazines
New Periscope Book Light In A Book Cover Debuts At Barnes & Noble
2008-04-26 19:49:00 Anyone who has ever found themselves trying to read at night, without disturbing people around them, will want to check out the world’s first integrated LED book light in a book cover. The new patented Periscope book light in a book cover debuted at Barnes & Noble earlier this month, making life easier for all ... More About: News , Travel , Book , Cover , Light
Money-Saving Tips From Hotwire: Find The Best Travel Deals
2008-04-25 16:34:00 Today, we have the pleasure of hearing from Hotwire’s travel expert Clem Bason who gives invaluable tips on saving money and how to find the best travel deals. Whether you need a last-minute hotel room for New Orleans Jazz Fest (April 25-27), a cheap airline ticket or a good car rental deal, Hotwire.com is the site to visit. 1. ... More About: Travel , Money , Interviews , Tips , Find
TVtrip Features Nearly 5000 Hotel Videos
2008-04-24 08:09:00 Have you ever been disappointed by a hotel room that didn’t live up to your expectations? Or found it difficult knowing which hotel to pick, due to lack of visuals and sufficient information? Thanks to nearly 5000 videos at the new travel site TVtrip.com, travelers can see their hotel before they book. “The great reaction to our site ... More About: Videos , News , Hotels , Hotel , Features
All-Girl Getaways Premieres On Fine Living TV Networks
2008-04-24 07:37:00 Behind the Scenes of All-Girl Getaways with Stephanie Oswald Today, April 24th at 9pm, the brand new show All-Girl Getaways premieres on Fine Living TV Networks . Hosted by travel expert Stephanie Oswald, the show follows a different group of women each week as they plan their ultimate getaway and celebrate well-deserved time away. We get to see ... More About: News , Travel
1001 Historic Sites You Must See Before You Die
2008-04-23 18:15:00 Hoover Dam © Jim Epler Barron’s Books recently published 1001 Historic Sites You Must See Before You Die, a visitor’s guide that appeals to dedicated history buffs as well as the general traveler. Packed with detailed information and more than 800 brilliant photos, the book takes its readers to prehistoric and ancient sites, battlefields, buildings and ...
New Australian Driving Routes Guide
2008-04-22 14:36:00 Along the Great Ocean Road Tourism Australia and its partners have developed Touring Routes Australia, a clever guide detailing 17 of the best driving routes around the country. The copyright free guide include The Great Ocean Road, Savanna Way, The Tasmanian Circle and other routes where you will experience stunning landscapes, unique flora and fauna, and delicious ... More About: Driving , Guide , Australian
The Cities Book And Other Coffee-Table Books You Will Want To Read
2008-04-21 19:05:00 If you love coffee-table books and can’t get enough of reading about traveling, Lonely Planet’s The Cities Book from 2006 including their 200 favourite cities will make your day. Another book worth checking out is The Travel Book. When living in London about two years ago, I went to Waterstone’s across the street and couldn’t help but notice this huge book near ... More About: Books , Coffee , Read
Recommended Sites, Blogs and Blog Posts
More articles from this author:2008-04-19 17:54:00 Of all the new blog posts I’ve come across lately, The 10 Best Rollercoasters on Earth at Travel Around The World is one of the best. So far I’ve only been to Millennium Force, but if I got the chance I would definitely want to ride all of them.     Also found the site Travel Library where you can find ... More About: Blogs , Blog , Sites , Posts 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7 |
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