Episodes for May 2009

The Traveler’s Journal

May 2009

 

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May 3.

Taking a dip in Lake Mead

Lake Mead was created by the construction of the Hoover Dam more than 70 years ago.  Much of its 700 miles of shoreline are accessible by water only.  It's a perfect setting for a desert at aquatic adventure.  FMI - www.lakemeadhouseboats.com

 

May 6.

From Land’s End to John O’Groats

Walking is the second most popular pastime in Great Britain.  Thousands of footpaths country lanes crisscross the lane premiere among women is the long road.  FMI – www.visitbritain.com

 

May 7.

Travel insurance advice

From health to flight to trip cancellation insurance, the options can be confusing.  Here are some considerations to keep in mind.  FMI - www.travelguard.com, www.insuremytrip.com,  www.accessamerica.com, www.csatravelprotection.com .

 

May 10.

Traveling while pregnant

Stay out of hot tubs and cold pools and other good advice to ensure the safety of our future travelers of the world.

 

May 11.

Taking pets on vacation

Considerations must always be made for your pets when you take vacations., whether you take them along or leave them at home.  Here are some resources. FMI – www.doggonefun.com; www.petcareservices.org ; www.petsitters.org ; or www.healthypet.com

 

May 12.

A raft through the wilderness

Whether near or far, far, river rafting can be a great adventure.  It can also be a transformational experience. 

 

May 13.

North Carolina’s waterfalls

More than 200 waterfalls cascade off the topographically tumbled landscape of North Carolina's Transylvania and Jackson counties.  FMI - www.visitwaterfalls.com

 

May 14.

The way of watercolor

At the Mendocino Art Center in California, you can learn more polisher watercolor techniques during a series of weeklong workshops.  It also makes for a great vacation.  FMI - www.mendocinoartcenter.org/

 

May 17.

Entranced by Banff

In the Canadian Rockies since Banff, Alberta.  It's a town with a magical setting and is well worth a visit.  Plus, this time of year.  It can even be a relative bargain. 

FMI – www.banfflakelouise.com

 

May 18.

Timeless Maine

Moosehead Lake in central Maine is once again a vacation haven.  It's 20 x 40 mile lake sits amid the huge evergreen forest and mountain wilderness.  Her steamboat has even been restored. FMI – www.mooseheadlake.org or www.moosehead.net

 

May 19.

Getting cakes on Route 66

Though it lost its federal highway status more than 25 years ago, Route 66 still retains a legendary status.  And in many places ghosts of the old road still linger.  FMI - www.historic66.com

 

May 20.

Santos sensibilities

The communal bath houses of Japan offer a place of refuge, relaxation, and company.  Foreigners knowing a few basic rules can go a long way to calm in trouble walked troubled waters.

 

May 21.

Campus visits

Firsthand visits are essential to help any college bound students choose the right school.  But there are also numerous resources available online and off to help you make that choice.

 

May 24.

In the pink city of Jaipur

Pink is the color of welcome, and Jaipur India does just that. It greets visitors with pink buildings, and sometimes even a pink elephant.

 

May 25.

Memorial Day

Family summer travel possibilities abound. Are you prepared for the perennial kids’ question, “Are we there yet?” Here’s a look at where families will be going and how much it’s likely to cost.

 

May 26.

Down home in Europe

Renting a farmhouse can be an economical way to really feel at home in a European country.  From France and England, to Norway and Sweden, many countries now make their rural properties available.  FMI - www.gite.com in France; www.agriturismo.com and www.agriturismo.net  in Italy, in Scandinavia - www.bornton.com

 

 

May 27.

Accommodations fit for a king

You can spend a night in any number of formerly royal residences around the world.  From Italy to India, the world is resplendent with echoes of aristocracy.  FMI - www.lhw.com

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