By Mary Ann Anderson From Tribune News Service If there’s one thing that Southerners do well, it’s keeping a secret. So well, in fact, that in September 1996 when John F. Kennedy Jr. married Carolyn Bessette in stunning secrecy at Cumberland Island’s First African Church, only a very few, including residents of nearby St. Mary’s,…
Vacation Spots to Explore by Bike
By Lynn O’Rourke Hayes From FamilyTravel.com Cycling is more popular than ever, and the trend of exploring far-off destinations on two wheels continues to rise. Here are five ideas for your crew to consider. Cycle near Spokane, Washington Go with a guide or chart your own course as you explore the rail-trails of eastern Washington;…
Exploring Mount Rainier, a National Park That Exemplifies the Power of Nature’s Dichotomy
“The most luxuriant and the most extravagantly beautiful of all the alpine gardens I ever beheld in all my mountain-top wanderings.” —John Muir Towering over the surrounding landscape like an earthbound deity, Mount Rainier in Washington state simultaneously possesses the power for bountiful creation and extreme destruction. With over two dozen glaciers on its nearly…
A Mini-Tour of Virginia’s Capital Trail, A 52-Mile Scenic Bike Path That Explores the Country’s History
Mary Waller, who hails from Columbia, South Carolina, has biked plenty in her 50-plus years. From spots in Florida to Bermuda to Minnesota, Waller seeks out long trails on which to ride her Trek bike. In fact, her Sunday afternoon ritual (weather-permitting) is cycling parts of the Columbia Canal and Riverfront Park path along the…
A Longtime Travel Writer’s 10 Favorite Places to Visit in California
By Christopher Reynolds From Los Angeles Times LOS ANGELES — What separates our favorite travel destinations from the rest? The way memories linger. If you’re looking for a list — maybe you want to get a taste of California without involving the Hollywood sign — I’ve picked 10 places that resonate most deeply for me….
A Castle in Bucks County
By Bonnie and Bill Neely Henry Chapman Mercer was an unusually accomplished and fascinating man who was born in 1856 and lived until 1930. He was admitted to the Pennsylvania bar but never practiced law. His passion was travel, and he became an archeologist who went on to dig in many countries. He never married,…
On Safari, a Gin and Tonic Gives Rise to the Perfect African Sundowner
By Mary Ann Anderson From Tribune News Service The end of the evening is fast approaching on the African savanna. On safari in Kenya, deep in the heart of Loisaba Conservancy in Laikipia County, our late afternoon game drive is chilly, enough to snuggle under a blanket in the open-sided Land Rover. Most safari lodges…
A Cup of Tradition in Vienna
It’s almost 2 p.m. and I’m on a mission. The afternoon sun is beginning to wane as I make my way down the cobblestone streets of Vienna’s 1st district, heading to one of my favorite coffeehouses. The air is filled with the rich smells of dark coffee and sweet cakes that are being served up…
Scenic Spots for Your Next Family Getaway
By Lynn O’Rourke Hayes From FamilyTravel.com Are you seeking inspiration for your next family getaway? Here are five beautiful places to consider. Niagara Falls, New York View of Niagara Falls from American side in autumn. (Javen/Shutterstock) Hear it roar. And feel the mist. But don’t worry, ponchos are provided when you board the iconic tour…
The Refreshing Airline Amenity Is Making a Comeback
May 27, 2022
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For those among us who like a tipple after takeoff, consider this a sign that the world is healing: Many airlines are resuming in-flight meals and alcohol service. Early on in the pandemic, many airlines completely cut in-flight refreshment offerings (aside from perhaps a hasty water bottle delivery). Slowly but surely, airlines are reintroducing the…
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