Posts Tagged ‘ stumble ’

The Radar: Folk Art of the Andes, Literary Luggage Tag, Guide to Vancouver Island

April 15, 2011
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The Radar: Folk Art of the Andes, Literary Luggage Tag, Guide to Vancouver Island

The Museum of International Folk Art in Santa Fe, New Mexico, is opening a new exhibit this weekend. Folk Art of the Andes will showcase over 850 works of Andean art from the 19th and 20th centuries. The show's woodcarvings,...
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Strange Planet: Erin Go Caribbean

March 17, 2011
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Strange Planet: Erin Go Caribbean

Question: What country has a harp on its flag, stamps your passport with a shamrock, and celebrates St. Patrick's Day for a week?Answer: The island of Montserrat.Why is St. Patrick's Day a national holiday on this Caribbean island with an...
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A Place of Refuge in the Pacific

March 11, 2011
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A Place of Refuge in the Pacific

In the midst of the chaos and panic provoked by today's 8.9-magnitude earthquake in Japan and ensuing tsunami across the Pacific, I fondly recall an enchanting place on Hawaii's Big Island that I visited last June (Hawaii got a soaking...
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The Radar: Volcano Boosts Tourism, Women of the Civil War Tribute, Rome Eats

March 10, 2011
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The Radar: Volcano Boosts Tourism, Women of the Civil War Tribute, Rome Eats

The recent eruption of Hawaii's Kilauea Volcano hasn't scared away tourists. In fact, according to the National Park Service, the spouting lava and clouds of hot ash have caused an increase in visitors. Tonight at Fort Donelson National Park...
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The Radar: Winter Light Star Party, Bing Suggested Flight Prices, Quirky Accommodations

March 2, 2011
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The Radar: Winter Light Star Party, Bing Suggested Flight Prices, Quirky Accommodations

This Saturday, March 5, Canada's Elk Island National Park is hosting the Winter Lights Star Party outside Edmonton. Family-friendly activities like sled runs, a lantern parade, and musical performances culminate after sunset with a guided astronomical tour of the nighttime...
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The Radar: Portugal Off the Map, Logan Wi-Fi Boom, Travel Socks

February 9, 2011
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The Radar: Portugal Off the Map, Logan Wi-Fi Boom, Travel Socks

Go off the beaten path at one of these lesser-known destinations in Portugal. Stay in an abandoned, centuries old village in Azores, heal yourself on the island of Porto Santo with its therapeutic sands, or take in museums and
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Key West, Beyond the Beach: The Eco-Discovery Center

January 24, 2011
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Key West, Beyond the Beach: The Eco-Discovery Center

Patty Hodapp delves into the diverse ecology of the Florida Keys. The largest living coral reef in the United States exists as backbone to the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary, a 2,800-square-nautical-mile ecosystem that surrounds the 126-mile island chain
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Where’s Andrew? Video: Tasmanian Devils

December 31, 2010
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Where’s Andrew? Video: Tasmanian Devils

While traveling in Tasmania, Andrew Evans fell for the adorable -- yet dangerous -- animal that is only found on the island: the Tasmanian Devil. Watch the video to learn more about the unique creature, and go to the...
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Places Rated: British Columbia’s Gulf Islands

November 17, 2010
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Places Rated: British Columbia’s Gulf Islands

The November/December issue of Traveler features our annual "Places Rated" survey of destination stewardship, and this year 340 expert panelists rated 99 coastal destinations around the world. Here on the blog, we're going to highlight some of these coastal destinations...
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Places Rated: British Columbia’s Gulf Islands

November 17, 2010
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Places Rated: British Columbia’s Gulf Islands

The November/December issue of Traveler features our annual "Places Rated" survey of destination stewardship, and this year 340 expert panelists rated 99 coastal destinations around the world. Here on the blog, we're going to highlight some of these coastal destinations...
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