Great 4th of July Firework Displays Around the United States

Jul 03, 2010 3 Comments by Andrew Hickey

Before you head out to a packed airport or major traffic on the highways this Independence Day weekend, check out this colorful collection of firework displays around the United States.

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Readers Vent: Cities You Don’t Want to Visit Again

Jun 02, 2010 No Comments by Andrew Hickey

Wow…why so angry? Actually I loved all the comments left on last week’s post about “Cities I Do Not Want to Visit Again” so much that I wanted to share some of the more “colorful” with you. First though, the reason I wrote this post was to show people that yes you can be travel [...]

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Cities I Don’t Want to Visit Again (Enter to Win a Lonely Planet Guidebook)

May 27, 2010 142 Comments by Andrew Hickey

Travel – it is what keeps me going and most likely keeps you going if you’re reading this site. Some of my most cherished memories in my life have involved me visiting some new destination. Whether it be the unique cuisine, amazing architecture, wild nightlife or simply interacting with locals , the idea of flying, [...]

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Sunday Travel Shot: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania

Nov 08, 2009 No Comments

Feeling down about losing the World Series Philadelphia? Cheer up and take a look at this beautiful travel shot of downtown Philly, which is known for its unique combination of old brick row-houses mixed with modern skyscrapers. Still feeling down Phillies fans? Then why not drown your sorrows at one of these four fantastic Philadelphia [...]

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Megabus Offering One Hot Deal This Fall

Aug 05, 2009 2 Comments

In these tough economic times many people can not afford to book a plane ride or hop aboard a train and take a vacation. But one company is hoping to assist those individuals that are strapped for cash, but still want to get in a little traveling in 2009. The low-cost Megabus has just announced [...]

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America’s Best & Worst Airports For 2009

Aug 03, 2009 3 Comments

Travel + Leisure Magazine just released it’s list of the United State’s “Best & Worst Airports” for 2009.  They compiled information on flights that departed more than 15 minutes late from the country’s airports between April 1, 2008 and March 31, 2009 courtesy of the Bureau of Transportation Statistics. There are some notable highlights from [...]

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Best Town Square #1: Prague, Czech Republic – Old Town Square & Winner Of The Lonely Planet Guidebook

Jun 05, 2009 1 Comment

#1: Prague, Czech Republic – Old Town Square (26% of the vote) Lonely Planet review of Old Town Square One of Europe’s biggest and most beautiful urban spaces, the Old Town Square has been Prague’s principal public square since the 10th century, and was its main marketplace until the beginning of the 20th century. Despite [...]

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Best Town Square #2: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Rittenhouse Square

Jun 05, 2009 No Comments

#2: Philadelphia, Pennsylvania – Rittenhouse Square (19% of the vote) The City of Brotherly Love sure did love voting for its town square. Unfortunately the surge of voters might have come a few days too late. While Philly did shoot up from 7th to 2nd in one day, it just could not beat out the [...]

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Best Town Square Results (Round Two)

May 24, 2009 20 Comments

It started with 50…it is now down to 10. Quick update before I head off to do some drinking and barbecuing with friends and family. The results of round two are in and to be honest they kind of shocked me. Heavy favorites last week, Prague’s Old Town Square and Krakow’s Rynek Glowny, both barely [...]

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British Airways 2-For-1 Business Class Offer (Sale Ends Tuesday)

May 22, 2009 No Comments

For the first time in the company’s history, British Airways is giving customers the opportunity to receive a “2-for-1″ deal with their Club World Business class to London. You think times are tough for BA? Simply book by this Tuesday May 26  and receive some extra luxurious perks like: Club lounges Fully flat beds Food [...]

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(Very) Last Minute Memorial Weekend Flights To Europe For Under $600 R/T

May 20, 2009 No Comments

Now if you are the kind of person that enjoys booking trips on a whim or at the 11th hour, then you are in luck this year! Travel from the United States is more affordable than it has been in years for a last minute jaunt to Europe this Memorial Day weekend. Obviously you do [...]

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