US Sprinters Felix-Tarmoh Runoff Called Off: Other Races to See
If you’re anything like us, you were pretty excited about US sprinters Allyson Felix and Janeba Tarmoh’s runoff scheduled for today. So we were bummed to find out that the runoff has been postponed … for now, anyway. But until the race actually happens — …
Nora Ephron’s Legacy: The Cities that Inspired Romance
Yesterday, the world lost the queen of romantic comedies: Nora Ephron. The movies that she wrote and directed are not only romantic movie staples, they are also about the cities where the relationships blossomed. Although Nora Ephron is best known for writing and directing Sleepless …
This Week in Travel, Week of June 15-21, 2012
What happened this week in the travel blogosphere? Well, retro is in, cleavage is out. Here’s what else grabbed our attention on Travel Channel’s blogroll. Opening today, the new Disney film Brave is sure to be a hit – set in Scotland, it’s already inspiring …
Hatfields & McCoys: Tour the Places It Happened
The History Channel’s Hatfields & McCoys 6-hour miniseries sparked renewed interest in America’s most famous feud, with nearly 14 million viewers tuning in over each of the 3 nights. Now a Hatfields and McCoys reality TV show involving descendants on both sides of this famous …
The Hunger Games Tours
By Troy Petenbrink It’s official: The Hunger Games topped the $400 million mark over the weekend, making it one of the biggest blockbusters of all time. But the story doesn’t end on the big screen. Now you can experience where the Hunger Games were actually …
This Week in Travel: Week of May 11-17, 2012
Cannes Film Festival … Stars descended on the small French Riviera town this week for the beginning of the annual Cannes Film Festival. Among the guests was “The Dictator,” a character played by actor Sacha Baron Cohen in the upcoming movie of the same name.
The Travel & Adventure Show Comes to DC
Aspiring travelers flocked to the Convention Center in Washington, DC, for the Travel & Adventure Show this weekend, and today is the last day to catch Travel Channel host Sam Brown chat about her travel mishaps. Former Taste of America host, Mark DeCarlo, will be …
Movies That Inspire Travel: Travel Channel’s Nominees
With the Oscars this Sunday, we’ve pulled together our own awards list: 2011′s Most Travel-Worthy Flicks. The Descendants is a no-brainer. Who doesn’t daydream about walking barefoot on a beach in Hawaii (and with George Clooney)? But we were equally inspired to pack our bags …
The Soul Train Cruise Sets Sail Next Year
Looking for a fun, theme cruises? Then pay tribute to the TV show The Soul Train and its creator Don Cornelius. Book your room on the Soul Train cruise, scheduled for February 17-24, 2013. Holland America’s Westerdam will host the festive cruise that will feature …
Wizarding World of Harry Potter Set to Open in California
by Christina Ricchiuti, PackedSuitcase.com Get ready, West Coast Muggles … the Wizarding World of Harry Potter is coming to Universal Studios Hollywood in California! Just when you might think that our favorite boy wizard’s been replaced by the latest literary craze (I’m looking at …
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