National Parks Waive Fees for Martin Luther King Jr. Day
[ January 10, 2012 – 9:00 am | No Comment ]

If you’ve been longing to visit the great outdoors, here’s your chance to do so – for free!
From January 14-16 on Martin Luther King Jr. weekend, many participating national parks will waive their fees, including …

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Destination Guide: Toronto
October 26, 2010 – 8:24 am | No Comment
Destination Guide: Toronto

With over 200 different ethnicities living in Toronto, the city is a vibrant melange of neighborhoods, cultures and experiences. See why Toronto should be your next destination!

A San Diego Beach Weekend
September 20, 2010 – 12:51 am | 3 Comments
A San Diego Beach Weekend

San Diego may be known for attractions like Sea World and the San Diego Zoo, but the city is also home to some of the best beaches in the country. Whether you’re looking for killer waves, soft sand to build castles or fresh-grilled seafood, there are so many reasons to visit that your only dilemma will be how long to stay.

Destination Guide: New York in the Fall
September 6, 2010 – 6:00 am | One Comment
Destination Guide: New York in the Fall

Autumn is perhaps the best time to visit New York City; the weather is usually glorious, summer tourist crowds are gone, and fall offers some of the top events and activities of the year.

Anchorage: The Other Native America
August 30, 2010 – 6:00 am | 3 Comments
Anchorage: The Other Native America

Who were the first peoples to succeed in Alaska’s often cruel environment? Anthropologists assert that the ancestors of Alaska Natives were the first persons to migrate to the state, at that time over the land bridge that connected Siberia and what is now Alaska, thousands of years ago. Today, Native Alaskans are divided into several groups throughout the state, from the Athabascans of the interior, the Tlingits and Haidas of the southeast coast, the Aleuts, Alutiiqs, and Eyaks, to two groups of the well-known Eskimos: Inupiat and Yup’ik.

Destination of the Week: Anchorage Extraordinary by Nature
August 29, 2010 – 6:00 am | No Comment
Destination of the Week: Anchorage Extraordinary by Nature

Anchorage is a top North American city, not only in a literal geographic sense. Named an All-American City for four years, the city is a prosperous metropolis amidst stunning natural wonders. Surrounded by six mountain …

Destination of the Week: San Juan
August 22, 2010 – 11:00 am | No Comment
Destination of the Week: San Juan

Often called the “Island of Enchantment,” San Juan, Puerto Rico is the perfect Caribbean destination for U.S. travelers for many reasons. First, there is the ease of travel; U.S. citizens do not need a passport to enter this U.S. Territory. Not only is this great for non-passport holders, but without customs and immigration travel is considerably less stressful.

Destination of the Week: Montreal City Guide
August 16, 2010 – 5:00 am | No Comment
Destination of the Week: Montreal City Guide

Montreal is the cultural center of Francophone Canada. It is the third largest French-speaking city in the world. Though the city shares some traits with Paris, it has its own distinct culture and is quite unlike anything you would experience on the other side of the Atlantic. Its history, food, fashion, nightlife and full festival calendar set Montreal apart from other Canadian destinations.

Destination of the Week: Portland City Guide
August 9, 2010 – 6:00 am | No Comment
Destination of the Week: Portland City Guide

Majestic Pacific Northwest surroundings, outdoor recreation, micro-breweries and a lively creative arts scene are just the beginning of what Portland has to offer. But the funky city serves up more than mountains and a laid-back populace; there are many hidden discoveries in Portland.

Destination of the Week: Kuala Lumpur City Guide
August 2, 2010 – 6:00 am | No Comment
Destination of the Week: Kuala Lumpur City Guide

Kuala Lumpur (often shortened to KL by locals) has transformed itself from a sleepy backwater capitol into the modern, exciting heart of one of East Asia’s fastest growing metropolitan areas.

Destination of the Week: Austin City Guide
July 26, 2010 – 6:00 am | No Comment
Destination of the Week: Austin City Guide

It comes as no surprise that Austin is continually rated one of the best places to visit and live. It is a cosmopolitan city with many urban offerings, yet hasn’t lost its small-town feel or off-beat vibe. Known for its thriving live music scene and “Keep Austin Weird” motto, the city embraces a lively arts community and is surrounded by the gorgeous hills, rivers and lakes of central Texas.