I don’t fly 7,500 miles to haggle in a fish market. Apparently, that’s a highlight of any trip if you happen to write Frommer’s travel … Read the rest
Category: Uncategorized
A Quick Guide to Sky Harbor International Airport
This post is sponsored by airportparkingreservations.com, which has helped more than 2.4 million people save time and money on parking at more than 85 … Read the rest
Remembering my T-6 Texan Warbird Flight
I catch the 10 p.m. newscast as it’s about to go to commercial; the anchor teases a story to come in the next segment.
“A … Read the rest
When Air Travel Blogs Go Wrong
Attention, air travel bloggers: I don’t care what runway you took off from. The registration number of your aircraft is worthless fluff, less than meaningless. … Read the rest
Scenes from Chicago in the Summer
If you’re planning to visit Chicago, summer is the best time. Check out the photos and you’ll see a city that comes alive when the … Read the rest
Travel-Writing Cliche – “Exploring”
If there’s one thing I can’t stand, it’s when my blog reads like some half-baked travel brochure. I’m trying really hard to watch what I
Why Phoenix Can’t Be More Like Chicago
In July, I dropped into Chicago for a four-day visit. Overall, I was underwhelmed. Some cool architecture, yes. But the city marinates in self-importance over
4 Dirty Lies People Tell Their Bike Mechanic
“Bike mechanics know when you’ve been abusing or neglecting your bike — just like the dentist can tell that your choppers haven’t seen floss for … Read the rest
7 Thoughts on Asiana Airlines
UPDATE: I’ve posted a review of my 5 flights on Asiana Airlines.
I just booked tickets for my first trip to Asia. This fall,
Two Mountain Bike Mistakes
There’s nothing like an exploding tire to liven up a bike ride.
Now, I’m not talking about a garden-variety punctured tire. No, I experienced a … Read the rest
Great Ideas for Urban Planning – The Scramble Crosswalk
I’m on the corner of 5th Street and Mill Avenue in Tempe, Ariz. It’s summer. Most of the students from Arizona State University have flocked
Mountain Biker Attitudes Could Use Some Work
A summer ride in Arizona – it’s usually like being roasted alive. But on this one, I had some nice cloud cover. It was cool,
Portland: Bike Friendly, But Where’s the Mountain Bike Scene”
Singletracks.com has an interesting post called “8 Bike Culture Observations from Portland, OR.”
All its points ring true to me from my recent … Read the rest
Review: Inn at Northrup Station in Portland, Oregon
My three nights at the Inn at Northrup Station in Portland, Oregon, took me back to New Zealand. The Kiwis have no shortage of quirky
Portland Summer Fun: Tree to Tree Adventures
I just have to jump. And grab a rope. Then swing over to a tree stump.
Just one thing: I’m at least 40 feet above
Watching the Portland Timbers – A Traveler’s View
The kickoff is 30 minutes away. But already, loud voices chant and sing. Trumpets blow. The sound of drums bounces off the concrete.
Where am … Read the rest
Tucson Mountain Bikers Up for $50K Grant
Some of my mountain bike buddies in Tucson need your help: Your votes can help the Sonoran Desert Mountain Bicyclists win a $50,000 grant through … Read the rest
Best of Arizona – Pima & Dynamite Trail Network
I almost don’t notice it. But the slow, wiggling movement catches my eye. A splotch of black and orange among shades of brown.
Yes! It’s
The Warrior Dash – 9 Good Things to Know
LOOKING FOR TIPS AND “HOW TO” INFO FOR THE WARRIOR DASH” SEE THIS UPDATED POST!
So who out there did the Warrior Dash”