London Olympics 2012: Use Your Reward Points to Score a Room
By Mommy Points There’s only a little time left until the Olympic torch reaches London and marks the beginning of the 2012 Summer Olympics, so it isn’t surprising that hotel prices in London this summer are high. Not only is the British pound a pretty …
This Week in Travel, Week of June 22-28, 2012
We spend time trolling the travel blogosphere so you don’t have to! Well, not trolling … more like, blissfully absorbing. Anyway, turns out the Olympics is on everyone’s minds — as it will be for the next couple of months — and we found tips …
Has Debby Ruined Your Plans?
Tropical Storm Debby has made national headlines as we begin to make our way through hurricane season. Since weather is a big factor when you consider travel plans, we have a few resources to help! Learn about hurricane safety, make some adjustments to your vacation …
Spotted in NYC: Piano Across America
By Katie Hards An upright piano is not the typical instrument of choice among street musicians, but that hasn’t stopped piano player Dotan Negrin from following his dream to play “Piano Across America.“ In 2011, the clever musician put wheels on his bulky instrument, left his …
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 …
Summer is Here!
Yesterday was the summer solstice, and now that the days are longer and the heat is rising, it’s time to fill those lazy days! Not sure where to go? Check out our 2012 Summer Hotspots.
Do You Suffer From “Unplugged” Vacation Anxiety?
It’s getting more and more difficult for American travelers to “unplug” and have a cellphone-and-tablet-free vacation, finds a new study released today by Intel and TNS. The study sheds light on the “deepening love affair” between Americans and their devices, revealing the emotional bond that …
Pool or Bathtub? How to Protect Yourself This Summer
The Water Quality & Health Council (WQHC) recently conducted a survey that found that 1 in 5 (adult) Americans admit to peeing in the pool and 7 in 10 admit to skipping the shower before swimming – even though 93% of Americans claimed they would …
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 …
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