Our friend and colleague over at Stuck at the Airport, Harriet Baskas, has been following developments at Vancouver's international airport (YVR) as the Olympics draw preciously near. Anticipating a massive crowd, the normally serene, Pacific Northwest city is neck-deep in ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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Our friend and colleague over at Stuck at the Airport, Harriet Baskas, has been following developments at Vancouver's international airport (YVR) as the Olympics draw preciously near. Anticipating a massive crowd, the normally serene, Pacific Northwest city is neck-deep in ...Flying into SeaTac for the Winter Olympics? Here's what you need to know
Whether it's to avoid stringent passport regulations, fly into a cheaper airport or just enjoy the beautiful drive up the coast, there are plenty of reasons that Winter Olympics travelers have to fly into Seattle-Tacoma International Airport (SEA or SeaTac) next week. The ...Follow a Museum Day on Twitter becomes Internet phenomenon
Today's prize for obscure made-up celebrations goes to Jim Richardson, organizer of "Follow a Museum Day on Twitter", which was celebrated Feb. 1 all over the Internet. According to the folks over at Culture24 it was the hottest topic that day, shoving aside a scandal ...Four Seasons auctioning off front-row rooms for Olympics
The Four Seasons Whistler has 6 exclusive rooms and suites at their lovely, Vancouver-adjacent mountain resort up for auction on charitybuzz.com to raise funds for The Birds Nest Foundation.
The Birds Nest Foundation is "a charitable corporation and visual media ...Vancouver hotels prepare for the Olympics
Thousands of people from around the world are starting their migration to Vancouver in anticipation of the 2010 Winter Olympics, which starts in two weeks. While tents are being erected, mountains are being prepped and rinks are icing up, hotels in Vancouver have one of the ...Top Travel Trips: February
There are hundreds of travel-related events and shows that take place during a given year, but we've simplified some of the best-known and most-popular travel trips so you can plan ahead. Each month we'll highlight the top travel trips taking place in the following 30 days - ...Flea Market Finds: Brooklyn
Finding unique souvenirs these days can be tough. Instead of picking up yet another mug, try scoping out a local flea market.
In New York, for example, the Brooklyn Flea Market has moved indoors for the winter so you can take your time sifting through another person's ...Ski deals on Super Bowl Sunday: lift tickets from $19
If cheering for the New Orleans Saints or Indianapolis Colts on Super Bowl Sunday just doesn't do it for you, how do $19 lift tickets sound?
Super Bowl Sunday is one of the best days to score ski deals, according to Liftopia.com. The online ski discounter has rounded up ...Chicago cancels fireworks for July 3, 2010
Looks like the people of Chi-town will have to come up with their own fireworks extravaganza this year. Breaking news from the Chicago Tribune reports that Chicago's traditional July 3 Grant Park fireworks display is canceled.
"I would say we're doing it to be fiscally ...Cruise tip: make it special
My best cruise was one that my husband planned as an anniversary surprise.
Thinking ahead, he went on the cruiselines' website and arranged to have the cabin decorated beautifully with balloons, streamers and an anniversary banner. We received a welcome bottle of ...Blue Ridge Parkway celebrates 75 years by giving away a free trip
This year, Virginia's scenic Blue Ridge Parkway celebrated its 75th birthday. What better way to celebrate than by giving away a six night, seven day vacation package?
The winner of the prize will receive round-trip airfare for four people to Dulles Airport, a seven-day ...Need a room for the Olympics? No need to worry
If you're planning to make a run up to British Columbia for the Olympics next month, you still have a shot at getting a great room. The Fairmont Chateau Whistler tells me that there is still some space available from February 11 to February 28, including coveted space slope ...Celebrate Elvis' 75th Birthday at Graceland this week
Had he lived, Elvis would be turning 75 years old on January 8. Superfans can celebrate with a week of parties hosted Graceland from January 7 to 10.
Events include a day tour of Tupelo, where Elvis grew up, book signings from authors of books on Elvis, fan club events, ...How to say "cheers" in 10 different languages
Cheers! Bottoms up! To your heath! This New Year's Eve, whether you'll be clinking classes in another country or just want to impress your friends, bring a little international flair to your New Year's party by toasting at midnight in languages from around the world. Here's ...Nepali festival features elephant football
The annual Chitwan Elephant Festival in Nepal always brings large crowds to honor South Asia's favorite animal. This year, as this funny video shows, visitors were treated to a football match between two teams of elephants. That's football in the Nepali sense, meaning ...New York City bargain destination perfect for a 3-day weekend
New York City may be the most expensive place to live, but if you like to walk; it's a bargain to visit. Arrive by Friday late afternoon, and by Sunday evening you can knock off most of the must see places and eat without spending much money. By the end, you'll know a good ...10 travel resolutions for 2010
As 2009 draws to a close and we look back on the last 365 days of travel, it's time to make some resolutions for the coming year. Here are ten travel resolutions that will help you be a happier, more fulfilled traveler in 2010.
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Time is running out to pick up an early bird registration for the 2010 TBEX, slated for June 26th and June 27th in New York City.
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What is it about snow that just makes us want to play in it? A fresh, fluffy layer of snow means snow angels and snowmen, building forts and having snowball fights. And for some people, it also means making really, really big snow sculptures like these found on ...Copenhagen at Christmas--or at any time of the year is splendid
In Denmark in December, darkness settles in around 3:30 p.m. Spend a few days where there is such an early sunset and late sunrise, and you'll know exactly why a festival of lights is a grand idea. Danes embrace the Christmas season with candles, evergreens and warm mulled ...
