Tagged: railroads

Redwoods, Beer, and Bigfoot: Exploring California’s Santa Cruz Mountains

When Silicon Valley locals and visitors to the San Francisco Bay Area want to escape the tech bubble and connect with the outdoors, they typically go north to the Muir Woods National…

Death By Selfie: The Dangers of Taking Too Many Selfies While Traveling

With every technological advance, there’s also a step backward…and sometimes that step can be a fatal one, in the case of selfies. The modern smartphone, with its ability to not…

The Failure of Congress to Properly Fund Amtrak Was the Clear Cause of Last Month's Derailment, and Condemns Our Rail System to Second-Class Status

Countless articles have discussed the recent tragic derailment of an Amtrak train outside of Philadelphia, and the consequent deaths of eight passengers and severe…

Get 2 to 5 Free Days on a Eurail Pass if You Purchase By March 31

Eurail is relaunching its popular "Early Bird" promotion for 2014, granting two to five free days on summer Eurail passes as long as they are purchased by March 31.In the words of…

Gear Update: New Skis, Snowboards, Goggles, and More

The SnowSports Industries America (SIA) Snow Show recently descended on Denver, showcasing the latest and greatest gear for skiers, snowboarders, and other powder fiends.The…

7 Places to Eat: Copenhagen's Scandinavian Superlatives

Long known as the "fun capital of Scandinavia," Copenhagen has always been a place where people take joy in food. But a culinary explosion in the past few years has made dining out…

Get Pampered for Less: 10 Spa and Hotel Packages

The economic downturn has caused spas to suffer, as fewer travelers are willing to spend on luxuries. The good news? That means more spas are offering discounts and added incentives…