Top 5 EASY Green Travel Tips for Earth Day (and beyond)

Seeded on Wed Apr 22, 2009 3:27 PM EDT (Wordpress)

We don't have to vacation off the grid to have an eco-friendly travel experience. Here are five simple ways to make a vacation more green.

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Class ACtion Lawsuit Against British Airways Greenlit

Seeded on Mon Apr 20, 2009 3:12 PM EDT (Suite101)

A judge just ruled that a consumer class-action lawsuit against British Airways can proceed. Good thing, too.

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A Kid Interviews iCarly Actor Nathan Kress

Seeded on Wed Mar 11, 2009 10:37 AM EDT (Website)

Nathan Kress plays Freddy on iCarly. He was on a Nickelodeon family cruise trip, and sat down to be interviewed by a 7-year old kid.

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US Airways Stops Charging for Water

Seeded on Sun Mar 8, 2009 5:49 PM EDT ()

Us Airways quietly started adding a new fee - charging thirsty passengers for water and soda - but they've rescinded this plan. Looks like htere IS such thing as bad publicity after all.

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Tips for Watching the Rose Bowl Parade

Seeded on Mon Dec 15, 2008 4:41 PM EST (Traveling Mamas)

Here are 15 useful tips for watching the Tournament of Roses Parade live, in person. If you're planning to be in Pasadena on New Year's Day, these will come in handy.

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Tips for Visiting New York City on New Year's Eve

Seeded on Thu Dec 11, 2008 12:01 PM EST (Traveling Mamas)

Watching the New Year's Eve countdown and watching the ball drop on TV is one thing, but to be in Times Square and see it live is pretty unforgettable. Here are some facts, and tips for managing the crowds in NYC for New Year's Eve.

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Top 10 List: Best Steakhouses in San Diego, California

Seeded on Tue Nov 11, 2008 7:33 PM EST (Uptake)

The Gaslamp Quarter is a fun part of San Diego for locals and tourists alike. These great restaurants there practically ensure a terrific night out.

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Green Luxury Packages at Fairmont

Seeded on Thu Feb 7, 2008 1:10 PM EST (Suite101)

Fairmont resorts and hotels are usually associated with luxury vacations, but many also partner with local conservation groups to promote sustainable travel.

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Top 5 Airline Travel Mistakes

Seeded on Fri Sep 28, 2007 8:48 PM EDT (Suite101)

Air travel can be a real pain. While most of the responsibility for a smooth flight falls on the airline, there are common mistakes passengers make, which are completely avoidable. Don't make these top 5 airplane passenger mistakes, and a vacation will get off on the right foot.

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Hawaii Superferry Legal Woes

Seeded on Sun Sep 23, 2007 8:03 PM EDT (Suite101)

When the Hawaii Superferry first started operating daily ferry service from Oahu to Kauai and Maui, it was promoted as an ecologically better way to island-hop. Now the Sierra Club and other environmental groups have sued, causing it to stop operations (at least temporarily).

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British Airways Hit with Class-Action Lawsuit

Seeded on Thu Sep 6, 2007 12:37 PM EDT (Suite101)

British Airways loses far more luggage than any other airline, and some Americans have had enough. A suit has been filed claiming extreme negligence and recklessness - and it's about time.

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Airline Passenger Satisfaction is Low

Seeded on Tue May 15, 2007 8:51 PM EDT (Suite101)

New study out today find that air travel customers' opinion of airline industry is at lowest point in 7 years.

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John Muir and the National Parks

Seeded on Tue Mar 27, 2007 6:26 PM EDT (Suite101)

John Muir was America's first and most influential conservationist, impressing upon Theodore Roosevelt the need to create National Parks.

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Best Brunch on the Upper East Side

Seeded on Thu Mar 22, 2007 12:07 AM EDT (Suite101)

NYC is a foodie's paradise, and some of its best restaurants are on the Upper East Side. These are the top picks for brunch in that neighborhood.

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Online Dating Services Review

Seeded on Mon Mar 19, 2007 5:12 PM EDT (-)

Reviews of the biggest, most popular dating sites, and some smaller, niche dating websites as well.

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A Resort for Eco-travel in Belize

Seeded on Mon Mar 19, 2007 12:09 AM EDT (Suite101)

A great place to stay in Belize for people who like to travel "green."

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What to Do in Peru

Seeded on Sun Mar 18, 2007 10:16 AM EDT ()

A trip to Peru is an eye-opening experience. The Inca Empire was as important in South America as the Roman Empire was in Europe. And then the Spanish arrived...

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The Garden House in Cusco, Peru

Seeded on Thu Mar 15, 2007 12:28 PM EDT ()

A sweet little boutique hotel, just outside of Cusco. It's a quiet respite from the noise and crowds of the city.

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Where to Stay in Cusco, Peru

Seeded on Wed Mar 14, 2007 2:15 PM EDT ()

Cusco was the capital of the Inca Empire, and today is a fascinating part of any trip to Peru. It's close enough to Machu Picchu and The Sacred Valley to be your vacation's "home base." Here are the three best hotels in Cusco.

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Best Snorkel and Scuba Sites in Hawaii

Seeded on Sat Mar 10, 2007 8:47 PM EST (Suite101)

Coral reefs are fragile, living ecosystems. These top dive spots on each Hawaiian island should be enjoyed, and treated with respect.

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Easy Peach Berry Crumble Recipe

Seeded on Wed Mar 7, 2007 6:07 PM EST (Suite101)

A really simple dessert dish to make with common ingredients.

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All proceeds from an online travel auction, happening now, go to The Breast Cancer Research Foundation.

Seeded on Tue Mar 6, 2007 12:25 PM EST (Suite101)

Cancer touches all of us, sooner or later and in one way or another. A luxury travel website has set up an annual travel auction, with all proceeds going to fund breast cancer research.

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The New RIM Blackberry 8800 - a review

Seeded on Wed Feb 21, 2007 6:55 PM EST (Suite101)

Seems that the new Blackberry is a serious upgrade from the old 7000 series, plus some Pearl features. The new trackball might take some getting used to, though.

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