One of the ironies of experiencing the wide-open spaces that North American National Parks offer is the lack of public transportation available to reach or explore these pristine places. Personal vehicles are a major cause of pollutants that are contributing to devastating environmental effects in our National Park system. What if an alpine wilderness of supreme beauty existed, that was blissfully easy to reach without a car? What if, once
The charms of Nova Scotia are endless and hold an understated elegance and simplicity that is the perfect remedy for a New Yorker’s urban hangover. With a flight from JFK clocking in just over two hours and the convenience of being only one time zone away to keep your jet lag in check, rest assured Nova Scotia will decompress your city-brewed stress. The true allure of this destination lies in
It may be a cliché to say that the South is a hospitable place, but truth bears repeating. In Columbia, South Carolina you will find an intoxicating mix of old-world charm and a vibrant cultural scene. Urban pleasures thrive here, and its riverfront location provides appealing recreational choices. Just steps from the State Capital complex lies a pristine natural world that feels miles away from civilization. While better-known Southern cities
This Earth Month, our thoughts turn away from the skyscrapers and cherry blossoms and out towards the Pacific Ocean, where one of the greenest states—in both its color and sense of sustainability—is calling. From Honolulu’s budget-friendly island-wide bus system to the Oahu natives’ efforts to keep Hawaii’s landscape lush and protected, visitors to the islands will discover the beauty and benefits of an environmentally-aware vacation. If you’re considering an Aloha
When the temperature drops and daylight disappears in a blink, it’s all the more reason to head to Park City, Utah. The destination with “the greatest snow on earth” replaces Manhattan’s gray skyscrapers and dirty slush with soaring vistas, pure mountain air and an eclectic range of local eco-luxury haunts. Park City has transformed from a 19th century silver mining town to a premier winter playground that attracts everyone from
At 7:00 a.m. on the West Coast, Ed Kushins is talking about what he knows best: the art of home exchanging. He speaks with a glass-half-full kind of voice and you can tell he’s a guy you’d be happy to sit next to on a 14-hour flight to Mumbai. But that’s not where he’s headed next
Ah, Texas. Your name conjures visions of cowboy hats, twangs of country music, and tastes of barbecue (with a hint of cilantro). But as a general rule it does not glow in big green letters. Not, that is, until you meet San Antonio. This vibrant southwest city is high-kicking its way into a green future, all while holding tight to its fascinating roots. Texas’s second largest city somehow manages a
