On a recent layover, as I was sitting in the transportation van with the rest of my crew, I looked out the window at the mass of tail lights and exhaust fumes, shook my head, and muttered “rush hour.” For those of you who travel to and from the airport on a frequent basis, I’m [...]
Get Your Motor Running in Detroit at the North American International Auto Show
January 8, 2007 By Leave a Comment
Excitement is running high in Detroit right now, as the countdown begins for this weekend’s opening of the North American International Auto Show, and the annual unveiling of what’s hot, what’s cutting edge, and what’s in the future of the car industry. From its inception in 1907 (how many cars were they showcasing then?) to [...]
Travel Podcasts Available for Scottsdale, Arizona
December 8, 2006 By Leave a Comment
Now that the cold weather has hit the northern part of the United States, snowbirds and vacationers alike are heading south. If you’ll be in the Scottsdale (Arizona) area, check out the Convention and Visitors Bureau website, and download a few travel podcasts before you go. You can play the podcast on your computer or [...]
Call 5-1-1 for Road, Weather & Traffic Conditions
October 28, 2006 By Leave a Comment
Fall Foliage Map – The Days are Numbered
October 17, 2006 By Leave a Comment
Depending on which part of the country you live in, or are visiting, there is still another month or so of colorful fall foliage. According to a CNN map, in my corner of the world, mid-late October is considered prime viewing time. I’ve driven around the neighborhood over the last couple of days, and have [...]
Sonoma County Harvest Fair
October 1, 2006 By Leave a Comment
The weather cooling down at the end summer means that harvest time is just around the corner. All those lovely fall fruits and vegetables. But perhaps most importantly, it’s harvest time in the vineyards. Aaaaaaaaah, for a little taste of the grape! Last month is was Grapefest, and this month it’s the Sonoma County Harvest Fair, [...]
Santa Barbara's Art Community
September 29, 2006 By Leave a Comment
I haven’t been to Santa Barbara for quite awhile, despite some urging from friends who have recently moved there. They keep telling me how much the area has grown and changed, yet the city hasn’t turned its back on its origins as a quirky art community. Located a couple hours north of Los Angeles, between [...]
Fall Foliage: Beware of Falling Leaves
September 22, 2006 By Leave a Comment
Apparently all this talk about beautiful fall foliage has the Car Care Council a little nervous. While beautiful to look at, the falling leaves may create a driving hazard: “The leaves are beautiful to see, but when wet or in piles, they present driving hazards unique to the season. . . . Drivers should be [...]
Fall Foliage Scenic Drives
September 12, 2006 By Leave a Comment
Have you noticed how the nights are getting just a little bit cooler? And in the mornings, there’s starting to be a little crispness in the air. When the weather gets like this, I start thinking about the fall foliage, and how beautiful nature can be this time of year. Word is that this year’s [...]
The Last Days of Summer: Still Time to Get Out for Labor Day Weekend
September 3, 2006 By Leave a Comment
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