Category: Travel Info
Make the Most of your Boston College Tour
June 5th, 2009, Comments Off
In the minds of many Americans, Boston is synonymous with academia. The Boston area remains the country’s most active hotbed of University activity; a visit to the city is tantamount to an efficient college tour. Herein, we list some of Boston’s best campus-adjacent attractions and restaurants, guaranteed to help visitors survey…
Miami’s Best B-Movies
May 30th, 2009, Comments Off
Remember how they remade Miami Vice into a would-be blockbuster starring Colin Farrell and Jamie Foxx? Whatever, it’s probably not that good, and it’s definitely an anachronism. These late-twentieth century masterpieces represent the heyday of Miami cinema, when it was all about pastel excess, conspiracies, and explosions.
6. The Specialist, 1994
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New York’s Best Outer Borough Attractions
May 12th, 2009, Comments Off
Tourists arrive via JFK, LaGuardia or Newark airports and typically like to flock to Manhattan, which only seems like it has a monopoly on tourist attractions. But these are the best ways to get the full New York City experience. Don’t worry, we won’t send you to Staten…
Touring Boston’s Freedom Trail
May 8th, 2009, Comments Off
While today’s Boston is a modern urban metropolis, some of its best attractions have existed as such for several centuries. The Freedom Trail, featuring the Revolutionary War’s icons and battle sites, is a must-see for any history buff.
The State House
Perhaps the city’s most recognizable edifice, the State House’s iconic gold dome…
A Sports Tour of Dallas
April 25th, 2009, Comments Off
Dallas’ major sports venues host some of the country’s most passionate hometown crowds and are must-sees for visiting sports fans. Once you arrive via DFW or Love Field airport, pick your favorite arena, tour a kitschy museum, and hit up a great sports bar while you’re in town.
The American Airlines Center
This massive Victory…
Washington D.C.’s Most Tourist-Friendly Neighborhoods
March 2nd, 2009, Comments Off
Washington D.C.’s political epicenter and beloved museums draw major crowds, but comparatively few tourists venture into the city’s residential areas. The following neighborhoods are District locals’ favorites, guaranteed to impart authentic D.C. to the eager visitor.
Capitol Hill
The Capitol Building is one of the District’s main draws, offering constant guided tours and…
25 Common Sense Travel Tips
January 20th, 2009, Comments Off
| Safety is boring. So is being dead. When you travel, don’t act like a tourist—bring a buddy; dress like a local; keep your valuables on the down low. There are more steps to staying alive and staying smart than you’d think. |
| 1) Check TSA rules while you pack. Confused by the labyrinthine… |
17 Great Web Sites for Saving Money on Gas
December 20th, 2008, Comments Off
| There’s a lot of dubious info on the web intended to up your MPG—plenty of filler sites and repetitive tips from self-proclaimed experts. Below, we’ve rounded up the sites that will help you stay a few bucks richer when filling the tank. Sorry, OPEC members—guess you’ll have to skip that… |
The 10 Worst Hotel Reviews of All Time
November 20th, 2008, Comments Off
You might be better off at the Bates Motel or a roach motel than one of these horrors. Below are some of the funniest and most horrifying hotel experiences we’ve found around the Web. (Note: reviews have been edited for grammar and spelling.)
1) “Yours Is A Very Bad Hotel”
The DoubleTree…
Cheap Out in New York
November 15th, 2008, Comments Off
Eight great ways to experience New York City without compromising your budget.
Free Weekday Fun
Rock & Roll Karaoke at Arlene’s Grocery, Lower East Side
Arlene’s Monday night program is a far cry from your usual barroom belter. In fact, it involves a live band whose repertoire ranges from Oasis to Dio with some…
