| Cheshire says no kissing |
| Filed under: United Kingdom, NewsSorry Cheshire cats No kissing at your train station That's right They've outlawed kissing at the Warrington Railway Station I mean, we know better than to reenact the steamy scene at the end of All the Right Moves (more) |
| Aspen hangs on in state hockey opener |
| ASPEN The Skiers were flying high in the second period of Friday's 5A state playoff opener with Battle Mountain (more) |
| Waterford Crystal's own Web site doesn't acknowledge its famed factory in I |
| Filed under: Arts and Culture, Business, NewsThis is a bit of news that slipped by our notice late last month: Waterford, makers of some of the world's most famous crystal (including the ball that drops on Times Square every New Year's Eve), closed i (more) |
| A Day in the life of Abbey Road time lapse |
| Filed under: Arts and Culture, United Kingdom, Video
If you keep watching this video of people crossing Abbey Road The Beatles' style, you'll notice patterns Some people organize themselves just like The Beatles did in their iconic photograh of (more) |
| A look at the Sunday travel sections |
| There's quite a lot out there today if you're trolling around the Sunday newspaper travel sections Anytime there is a new story from Tom Haines in the Boston Globe, you know it's a good Sunday Haines is simply the best travel writer working today i (more) |
| CSU scientists take lead in climate change project |
| DENVER Scientists at Colorado State University will lead a project using data from a new satellite to determine how carbon dioxide is absorbed by the Earth and the effects on climate change if the absorption tapers off or stops (more) |
| History's Most Famous Travel Adventures |
| Filed under: Arts and Culture, Hiking, History, Learning, Paddling, Asia, South America, United States, Ecotourism, CruisesThere is no doubt that history has a level of influence on the places that many of us visit We read about far off places and e (more) |
| Truth in Leasing for Commercial Trucking Companies and Truck Owners |
| It is important for businesses and owners to know the legal basics of leasing their vehicles and services Having an experienced attorney review the contract before you sign may help avoid legal action and increase your profits throughout the leasing (more) |
| Ryanair introduces in-air mobile phone calls on select routes |
| Filed under: AirlinesLast year, Ryanair optimistically announced that they were just 'weeks' away from launching their in air mobile phone and data service It took a little longer than planned, but the first 20 planes are now equipped with the gear (more) |
| Are pilots not following regulations and keeping their cell phones on? |
| Filed under: AirlinesThe Federal Aviation Administration has issued a new alert to flight crews re stating regulations that require cell phones to be shut off during take off and inflight, even those belonging to flight attendants and pilots It seems (more) |
| Commuter plane crashed on way to Nome and all safe |
| Filed under: Stories, Airlines, Airports, NewsLast night a Frontier Flying Service plane heading to Nome, Alaska from Brevig Mission went down with a pilot and five passengers Although the story is not as fantastical as the Hudson River landing, I i (more) |
| China Closes Tibet To Travelers |
| Filed under: Activism, Arts and Culture, Asia, ChinaEarlier this week China once again took steps to close off the borders of Tibet once again, as the region prepares for a new round of tensions as we approach the 50th anniversary of the exile of the (more) |
| Citibank China establishes new consumer outlet in Hangzhou |
| Citibank China Company has announced the opening of its new consumer banking outlet in the Huanglong International business district, a commercial location in Hangzhou (more) |
| LV Reveals One In Five Motorists Are Downsizing |
| LV= has revealed that over recent months almost one in five motorists has downsized or sold one of their cars in an effort to save money (more) |
| Mexico kissing ban gets locals hot and bothered |
| Filed under: Mexico, NewsPDA, (public displays of affection) are a way of life in many countries Young lovers, often caught by the watchful eye of parents at home, use shared public spaces like parks, mass transportation and monuments to gain a degr (more) |
| Safe Driving on the Interstate |
| Driving on Colorado's interstate highways requires a keen awareness of your surroundings When a crash occurs, insurance companies are likely to be involved You may wish to consult an attorney as you deal with an insurance company, whether it is the (more) |
| Phil Keoghan's tour of Air New Zealand's 747-400 |
| Filed under: Arts and Culture, New Zealand, Airlines, Video, Airports
If you wondered if Phil Keoghan of the Amazing Race has the most awesome job, stop wondering He does Just look at this video What could be more sweeter than this job?
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| Budget Travel: Liverpool, UK |
| Filed under: Arts and Culture, Europe, United Kingdom, Savvy Traveler, Travel DealsSummary: Liverpool It's not London, and that's why it's not nearly as expensive But with the old timey glamor of Albert Dock, a history rich with music, maritime lor (more) |
| District has no plans to discipline Aspen student |
| ASPEN The Aspen School District does not plan to discipline the Aspen High School student allegedly involved in a recent Carbondale assault on two women (more) |
| Northwest flight to Tokyo hits severe turbulence, 50 injured |
| Filed under: AirlinesAs Gadling's resident pilot Kent would no doubt point out, here's a story that shows why we're asked to keep our seat belts fastened when seated during flight The Associated Press is reporting that 50 passengers have been injured (more) |
| Aspen man pleads guilty in drug case |
| GLENWOOD SPRINGS Ryan Welgos of Aspen pleaded guilty Friday to a felony for his role in a heroin distribution case that stemmed from the overdose death of a visitor last year (more) |
| AXA reports 84% decline in 2008 net income |
| France based AXA, the holding company for a financial services group, has reported a net income of E923 million, or E2 73 per share, for the year ended December 31, 2008, down 84% from E5 67 billion, or E0 44 per share, for the year ended December 31 (more) |
| A tremendous community effort |
| Dear Editor: LIFT UP would like to thank our caring community for its strong show of support during the holidays on behalf of local families in need (more) |
| South Africa on the Cheap |
| Filed under: Arts and Culture, Food and Drink, Africa, South Africa, Hotels and Accommodations, Budget TravelEarlier this week we learned how 2009 is shaping up to be the most affordable year to visit Africa ever and now it seems the New York Times a (more) |
| Pay like it's 2008 in Antigua this year |
| Filed under: North America, Antigua and Barbuda, Hotels and Accommodations, Travel DealsNeed a deal to make it to Antigua? Curtain Bluff is ready to help you out The upscale resort has only 72 guestrooms and is only feet from the beach To entice yo (more) |
| Breakthrough Management Group International to Host One-Day Executive Works |
| A One Day Executive Workshop with VP of Health Care at BMGI, Dr Ed Boudreau (more) |
| Breakthrough Management Group International Hosts 2-Day Innovation Workshop |
| 'Everybody is talking about the importance of innovation, but no one is talking about how to do it ' (more) |
| Photo of the Day (2.20.09) |
| Filed under: United Kingdom, Photo of the Day
It's a 'simple enough ritual,' wrote the author Philip Roth about the process of burying our dead, 'as sensible a solution to the problem as any ever devised but one that is never entirely comprehensible (more) |
| Get a guide for the Marrakech medina |
| Filed under: Arts and Culture, Africa, Morocco, Hotels and AccommodationsWhen I hit the ground in Marrakech, Morocco, last week, I wasted no time in passing through the gate and heading into the medina (the old part of the city) After all, I'm a sea (more) |
| Slumdog Millionaire: Not too crazy about it |
| Filed under: Arts and Culture, Stories, IndiaSpoiler alert Oscar season is here I've seen all the movies in the major categories and some At the risk of sounding crabby and uncool not with it, I wasn't enamored with Slumdog Millionaire Yes, yes, (more) |
| Mountain Mayhem: Chocolate Classic |
| The 19th annual Chocolate Classic in Aspen appealed to guest of all ages on Thursday, Feb 12, in the Hotel Jerome ballroom (more) |
| Cockpit Chronicles: An eye-opening walkaround inspection |
| Filed under: The Cockpit ChroniclesI've never been a morning person, so it was with some reluctance that I traded away an afternoon departure to fly an early morning three day trip with St Thomas and Santo Domingo layovers The flight departed at 6: (more) |
| Product review - ZÜCA Pro rolling luggage |
| Filed under: Gadling Gear ReviewBefore I introduce you to the ZÜCA Pro, let me open with an admission I am a luggage junkie I have a closet completely devoted to all the various bags I have collected over my many years of traveling Now that (more) |
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| ING closes sale of stake in Canadian subsidiary |
| Netherlands based ING Group has completed the sale of its 70% stake in ING Canada via a private placement and a concurrent bought deal public offering (more) |
| MandS Money Reports Bulgaria Offers Most Affordable Ski Holidays For Brits |
| MandS Money survey reveals that skiers hoping to hit the slopes on a budget in 2009 should head to Bulgaria (more) |
| Get proactive about the budget |
| Dear Editor: A while ago when tourist business was slow Don Sheeley told me to 'Watch your pennies and the dollars would roll right in ' (more) |
| Get desserted in New York |
| Filed under: Arts and Culture, Food and Drink, United StatesNo it's not a typo Walking Tours Manhattan has dessert themed walking tours They guide you around, feed you, and walk you It's like you're their dog their sweet toothed dog It's called (more) |
| Galley Gossip: Passenger of the month - Author Thant Myint-U |
| Filed under: Galley GossipName? Thant Myint UWhere do you live? Right now in Bangkok, but before that in NYC for many years Bangkok, wow! Pretend I'm a tourist and I've just asked you to recommend a few places to check out while I'm visiting Bangkok, (more) |
| Prudential to transfer Taiwanese agency distribution business to China Life |
| Prudential, a UK based retail financial services company, has entered into an agreement to transfer the assets and liabilities of its agency distribution business and its agency force in Taiwan to China Life Insurance Company of Taiwan for the nomina (more) |
| Gadling Take FIVE: February 14 - February 20 |
| Filed under: Arts and Culture, Africa, Asia, Japan, Ireland
You never know what you'll find out at Gadling That's what I thought this week when I perused the offerings In the midst of Cockpit Chronicles, Galley Gossip, SkyMall Monday, Tuesday Tr (more) |
| Budget Travel: Renting a vacation apartment |
| Filed under: Hotels and Accommodations, Budget TravelPssst I've got a secret Did you know you can stay in some the world's most beautiful and unique accommodations, located in the best neighborhoods and do it all for rock bottom prices? Surprisingl (more) |
| TUAW blogger shows how to pack your gadgetry for a productive trip |
| Filed under: What's in Your Pack?, Gadling Gear ReviewOne of our fellow bloggers at The Unofficial Apple Weblog (TUAW) just returned from a trip to Africa When he returned, he decided to share his packing experiences with his readers, and provide fe (more) |
| Improve your chances of getting a cab |
| Filed under: North America, United States, TransportationSometimes, it's easy to catch a cab Three or four pass by, and all you have to do is get the attention of one of them Contrast that, however, with a rainy day in Manhattan at 5:30 PM You and (more) |
| A good partnership |
| Dear Editor: I want to respond to Andy Stone's column in Wednesday's Aspen Times regarding the merger of Aspen Writers' Foundation and the Aspen Institute ('Are all writers bums and winos? Well, not exactly,') (more) |
| How to Make Your Car Safer |
| No matter how careful you are when you drive, the unexpected can happen Being well prepared in case you do become stranded, is the best defense Taking the initiative to keep up on auto maintenance and having the supplies to help you get through the (more) |
| Aspen boys claim ninth state skiing title |
| LEADVILLE, Colo Scott Lacy finally had his time to shine at the Colorado High School State Championships (more) |
| Oscar nominees for best movies that capture place: Six nominees |
| Filed under: Arts and Culture, Stories, India, Spain, NewsEach year I see all the movies nominated for Oscars in all the major categories plus more As I watch movies, where they are filmed and how the place influences the story interests me Perhap (more) |
| Crawford announces new appointment in US property and casualty segment |
| Crawford & Company, a provider of claims management solutions, has appointed Martin Fagan to serve in the newly created role of chief marketing and business development officer for the organization's US property and casualty segment (more) |
| Do you collect souvenirs? Or 'youvenirs?' |
| Filed under: StoriesUpon returning from many trips abroad, I find I am unable to part with what many would consider the 'garbage' that accumulates during your travels I'm not talking about banana peels or tissues more like readily disposable items (more) |
| What Happens if You Are in a Crash With an Uninsured Colorado Motorist? |
| Colorado has one of the highest rates of uninsured drivers However, Uninsured underinsured motorist coverage can help While this does not resolve every issue, this insurance, along with an experienced attorney, are smart ways to arm yourself agains (more) |
| Aspen boys put a fork in rival Rams |
| ASPEN Aspen's boys basketball team made sure its three seniors got a win Friday night in the regular season home finale Rival Roaring Fork made sure it was anything but easy (more) |
| Your paltry Delta miles aren't accepted here |
| Filed under: Business, AirlinesIf Delta Skymiles could be equated to a currency, they would be Zimbabwean Dollars Over the past several months, numerous changes at the Atlanta based company have brought significant detriment to the joint Delta and No (more) |
| TIPS: GPS can lower car insurance costs |
| Your OnStar service can help you out of jams locked keys in the car, roadside breakdowns, etc and it can help cut your auto insurance bill (more) |
| Give roommates a chance |
| Dear Editor: Reading the headlines is often a time to hear about outrageous, idiotic and mind blowing events (more) |
| Paris' Vélib public bike program plagued with vandalism, theft |
| Filed under: BikingWhen Paris introduced its Vélib program of rental bikes citywide in the summer of 2007, it was an immediate hit with both residents and tourists alike, and heralded as an example of a city making concrete efforts to 'green' (more) |
| Lose your job? JetBlue will refund your plane ticket |
| Filed under: AirlinesWith the economy in the toilet, JetBlue is looking to give some people the confidence to book flights even if they fear that their jobs might soon be on the cutting block The airline is introducing what it's calling 'The JetBlue (more) |
| Say cheese! Tulsa airport starts screening with full body scanners |
| Filed under: AirportsIt was only a matter of time the first airport in the nation has switched to full body scanners as a replacement for the usual metal detector at the checkpoint The scanners use electromagnetic waves to create an image of you (more) |
| Next upgrade for the A380: Bunk Beds? |
| Filed under: Business, Airlines, NewsWith so much space in the Airbus A380, there really is no limit on what you can design and build into the aircraft Sure, you're going to want to cram as many people as possible into Economy seating, but in Busine (more) |
| Enjoy Iran in London (at a discount) |
| Filed under: Arts and Culture, History, Europe, United Kingdom, Hotels and AccommodationsStep back in time with the latest exhibit at The British Museum Sha 'Abbas: The Remaking of Iran highlights the religious, social and cultural impact of this ru (more) |
| Nail a hog from on high |
| Filed under: Activism, North America, United States, NewsMertzon, TX is taking hunting to a new level If law proposed by Rep Sid Miller is passed, you'll be able to jump on a helicopter and take pot shots at wild hogs if you have a permit Lock (more) |
| What to pack: Going light doesn't have to mean going without |
| Filed under: What's in Your Pack?Given all the fees airlines are levying against passengers for baggage these days, it's never been more important to think about how you pack and look for ways to go lighter Indeed, baggage fees are probably the best (more) |
| Photo of the Day (2.19.09) |
| Filed under: Photo of the DayThis picture taken in Gimmelwald, Switzerland by the appropriately named StrudelMonkey made me laugh And that's enough to get my vote for Photo of the Day I chuckled at the out of focus cat, which made me think it was g (more) |
| Mass. Market: Auto insurance appeals board may be scrapped |
| The route to a competitive auto insurance market has just hit another big pothole Many insurance agents are urging lawmakers to put the brakes on a plan to eliminate the state's independent review process for accident related surcharges (more) |
| 'Premium' seat traffic on airlines in significant decline |
| Filed under: AirlinesHere's something you can check out: On your next international flight to Europe or Asia, take note of just how crowded the first class and, more importantly, business class cabins are as you shuffle on back to economy I did that (more) |
| Party like a rock star on St. Barth's |
| Filed under: Photos, North America, Hotels and AccommodationsDon't pay attention to the stock market; luxury isn't dead If you need proof, just look to the recently opened Villa Rockstar on St Barth's Ultra luxury doesn't begin to describe this si (more) |
| Photo of the Day (2.21.09) |
| Filed under: Arts and Culture, Photos, North America, United States, Photo of the Day
If you've been to the Bellagio Hotel in Las Vegas, then you might recognize this exhibit You know, the one that hangs from the ceiling of the lobby as you walk in? (more) |
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| Colorado ranchers pray for death of 'death' tax |
| DENVER For Dale Allee, a second generation cattle rancher in southern Colorado, the idiom that nothing is certain but death and taxes is now a reality (more) |
| CNN has the wrong idea about what they're serving on Northwest Airlines fli |
| Filed under: Stories, Video, NewsOh, Zain Verjee It's not your fault We all make mistakes Even sometimes twice in one report It doesn't help that the headline at the bottom there says 'Nuts On Northwest Flights ' Not those kind of nuts, CNN!Transc (more) |
| Jobs and Cancer Survivors |
| To the Editor: (more) |
| Go to Australia, get dressed |
| Filed under: Oceania, Australia, Hotels and AccommodationsPut your clothes back on Fitzroy Island, not far from Australia's Great Barrier Reef, is famous for its nude beach, but a $100 million makeover has taken the fun out of it This destination f (more) |
| Photo of the Day (2.22.09) |
| Filed under: Indonesia, Photo of the Day
For someone like me who grew up in Chicago, seeing the image above of a man planting his rice paddy in Bali is wildly exotic and beautiful I think Flickr user StrudelMonkey had the same thought in mind when (more) |
| Stechert edges Vonn to win downhill |
| TARVISIO, Italy Gina Stechert of Germany edged Lindsey Vonn of the United States by 0 01 seconds for her first World Cup victory in a downhill Saturday (more) |
| Heathrow annoying, Americans rude according to some social network |
| Filed under: Business, Airports, Consumer ActivismThe members of social network Where Are you Now? have spoken! Heathrow is the worst airport in the world, according to voters, thanks to passport control lines and baggage problems The Brits don't ge (more) |
| Antarctic Cruise Ship Freed by High Tides |
| Filed under: Antarctica, Ecotourism, CruisesThe Antarctic cruise ship M V Ocean Nova, the ship that ran aground yesterday, has been freed from the rocks by the high tide, and is now steaming back to Ushuaia, Argentina for inspection High winds and p (more) |
| Another passenger pulled off plane after booze fueled fight |
| Filed under: Airlines, Airports, NewsAnd here we go again once again, a passenger decided that being cut off from drinking more booze was not such a good idea, and decided to start a fight Russel Krebs, a 6'3' 200 pound passenger was on his way to (more) |
| Mobile Home Insurance and You |
| A mobile home insurance policy caters to the specific needs of owners of such The coverage provided by this policy is similar to that of the regular homeowner's policy However, it is specifically designed to meet the specific needs of the policy ho (more) |
| Got what it takes to wear the yellow jersey? |
| Filed under: Biking, Europe, FranceEvery cyclist dreams of pedaling through l'Arc de Triomphe and claiming endless glory Short of that, there is nothing wrong with viewing the action first hand Great Explorations has put together two trips for the (more) |
| What a feat! |
| Dear Editor: In all of the articles concerning Jennifer Figge's overwhelming feat to swim the Atlantic Ocean from Africa to the Americas, no one got around to congratulating her on her superhuman accomplishment (more) |
| Bowermaster's Antarctica -- Cooper Bay, South Georgia Island |
| Filed under: Activism, Climbing, Arts and Culture, History, Learning, Paddling, Antarctica, Camping, Ecotourism I saw South Georgia Island for the first time from about ten miles out, on a gusty, windy, blue sky morning Though we'd just sailed eight (more) |
| Tony Vagneur: Saddle Sore |
| Just as the early morning darkness blushed to light, my uncle Victor hollered under his breath, urging me to get up, right now (more) |
| Launch party, noir night, and wanderlust mixers at Idlewild Books in NYC |
| Filed under: Arts and Culture, Festivals and Events, Food and Drink, North America, United States, Books, Nightlife, NewsI love being an island girl and everything, but I've longed to live in the Big Apple Now there's another great reason travel ju (more) |
| dotComments: Readers have beef with City Hall dining |
| Spending on meals by Aspen city government and its employees attracted plenty of comment this week from online readers of The Aspen Times (more) |
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