By Lynn O’Rourke Hayes From FamilyTravel.com As poet and activist Maya Angelou encouraged, we can all “be a rainbow in someone’s cloud.” And, today, a single act of kindness can go a long way toward brightening someone’s universe. What’s more, research shows that encouraging kids to be kind has a positive influence on a slew…
From Mountains to the Sea, Ireland’s Dingle Way Makes One Hiker Feel ‘Wonderfully Alive’
By Laurie Hertzel From Star Tribune After dinner, we spread the map across the pub table. We had gotten a little lost that morning, probably due to jet lag, and we wanted to make sure the next day went smoothly. It was May, before the pandemic, and my husband and I were walking most of…
Ottawa Firm on Masks After Mandate Dropped for Travel in US
Canada will not follow the United States in dropping mask mandates for federally regulated public transportation, Prime Minister Justin Trudeau says. “We continue to evaluate and reevaluate based on the science, based on shifting numbers. But when we have announcements to make, we will make them but they will always be grounded in science,” Trudeau…
Sun-Drenched Vacation Spots of Your Dreams
Lynn O’Rourke Hayes FamilyTravel.com Create warm family memories in a sun-drenched and relaxing destination. These five ideas will encourage you to begin planning now. St. Martin & Anguilla Gift yourselves a double dose of sunshine. A unique package makes it possible to experience a dual island treat: the dazzling beachside luxury at Belmond La Samanna…
Explore Underground at These Amazing Caves and Caverns
Lynn O’Rourke Hayes FamilyTravel.com What lies beneath can be cold, damp and compelling. Learn about dry and wet caves, the creatures that live in them and the characteristics that create these natural settings. Here are five places to explore underground: 1. Kartchner Caverns, Benson, Arizona In 1974, two University of Arizona students and amateur cavers…
History and Mystery in Glastonbury
Two hours west of London, Glastonbury is a mecca for seekers. It gurgles with a thought-provoking mix of history and mystery. For the views, hike up the 500-foot-tall Glastonbury Tor (a grassy, conical clay hill capped with an old church tower), and you’ll notice the remains of the labyrinth that made climbing the hill a…
These Scenic Boardwalks Make for a Perfect Seaside Getaway
By Lynn O’Rourke Hayes From FamilyTravel.com Stroll along a historic walkway where coastal views pair with seaside fun. Here are five to consider: Santa Cruz Beach Boardwalk. Santa Cruz, California. Offering affordable family fun since 1907, this west coast boardwalk features free entertainment as well as the chance to hop aboard two rides that proudly…
The End of Pandemic Flight Bargains? Air Travel Costs Surging With More to Come
By Eliyahu Kamisher From The Mercury News Patrick De Haan has a bird’s-eye view of skyrocketing prices around the country. He’s the head of petroleum analysis at GasBuddy, a company that crowdsources gas price data. But more recently, he is feeling the pain of emptying his wallet for one of the latest trends of surging…
Discover a Mountain Resort Town Close to Downtown Los Angeles
April 18, 2022
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“This looks like a resort,” a friend said as we drove past the town square in Sierra Madre, California. It was lined with umbrellaed tables, coffee shops, restaurants, an ice cream shop, a pub, boutiques and on a side street a cozy microbrewery. At the base of the San Gabriel Mountains below Angeles National Forest,…
James Lileks: When Your Vacation Ends in Panic
By James Lileks From Star Tribune How many times can you be lied to in one day? Depends if you’re dealing with government, business or — in this case — both. The problem began in Mexico. “It should be easy at the airport,” I told my wife. “Who’s leaving Cancun on a Monday?” Well, everyone…
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