Episodes for January 2011

 January 2011

 

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Jan 1

FINDING LIBERTY ON ELLIS ISLAND
On New Year's Day 1892, the Ellis Island Immigration Center opened for business on a tiny island in upper New York Harbor. [Read More] FMI – www.nps.gov/elis

 

Jan 2

CITY OF JANUARY
January is a hot month down in Rio de Janeiro, the 485-square-mile city draped languidly in and around a range of lush peaks along Brazil's southeast coast. [Read More] FMI –www.rcvb.com.br/rcvb_ingles/home.htm

 

Jan 3

BONING UP ON URUGUAY
For beef eaters, this South American nation tucked in a cozy coastal nook between Argentina and Brazil is a prime cut of paradise. [Read More] FMI – www.turismo.gub.uy

 

 

Jan 4

DRIVING INTELLIGENCE
When leaving home, it always helps to have an idea of what kind of roadblocks you're likely to encounter along the way.  [Read More]

 

Jan 5

RETIRING DESTINATIONS
As they approach the age of AARP, many savvy travelers use their vacations to preview retirement prospects. [Read More]

 

Jan 8

THE ART OF ANTIQUE MAPS
Old maps offer more than historical perspectives. For many collectors who love fine and rare things, they're an art form. Here's a place to pursue that art. [Read More]  FMI - www.loc.gov/rr/geogmap/

 

Jan 9

ISLANDS OF THE CARIBBEAN
The line of sight sailing of the Windward Islands makes for some of the finest yachting in the world. [Read More]  FMI  www.caribbeantravel.com

 

Jan 10

THE NATURAL CARIBBEAN
Caribbean countries are setting aside great swaths of territory where adventurous travelers can find unique treasures.  [Read More]

FMI  Cabritos Island  www.lacotia.com,

National Park of Guadaloupe www.guadeloupe-parcnational.com/

Bonaire Marine Park www.bmp.org/

 

Jan 11

INSPECTING SAINT EUSTATIUS
Lost in the Leeward Islands, there's one tiny Caribbean haven that hasn't been overrun by tourism.  [Read More]  FMI  www.statiatourism.com

 

Jan 12

SIMPLIFYING METRIC AND CELSIUS
Despite years of creeping familiarity, metric measurements still mystify many Americans. Here are a few key formulas to simplify foreign conversions.  [Read More]

 

 

Jan 15

THE MAJESTY OF YELLOWSTONE
The establishment of Yellowstone Park marked a milestone in mankind's relationship with nature. [Read More]  FMI  www.nps.gov/yell

 

 

Jan 16

SKIING OLD FAITHFUL
If you appreciate the joys of gliding across a spectacular, steaming, snow-deep valley, Yellowstone in winter is for you. [Read More]  FMI  www.nps.gov/yell

 

 

Jan 17

THE RICHES OF PUERTO RICO
Named by Juan Ponce de Leon, the Caribbean's fourth largest island is a rich port indeed. [Read More] FMI www.seepuertorico.com/

 

 

Jan 18

THE PARADORES OF PUERTO RICO
The island now has more than two dozen moderately-priced, privately owned inns and guest houses situated in historic buildings. [Read More] FMI  www.seepuertorico.com/paradores

 

Jan 19

EXPLORING EL YUNQUE
This rain forest draped across an anvil-shaped mountain on Puerto Rico's eastern end is protected by the U.S. Forest Service. [Read More]  FMI www.fs.fed.us/r8/caribbean/about/index.shtml

 

Jan 22

NOTING THE NORTHERN LIGHTS
Traveling to view Aurora Borealis has become an increasingly popular pastime, especially for Japanese newlyweds, who consider witnessing them the greatest of good fortune.  [Read More] FMI –www.explorefairbanks.com; www.chenahotsprings.com

 

Jan 23

WHALE-WATCHING IN CALIFORNIA
Twice each year, more than 26,000 gray whales migrate from Alaska to the Baja. Along California's coast, they celebrate the passing of whales. [Read More]  FMI – www.gocalif.ca.gov or www.newportwhales.com/

 

 

 

 

Jan 24

SECURITY ON THE ROAD
The odds of being caught up in any terrorist situation are statistically minute, but keep these basic security precautions in mind no matter where you go. [Read More] FMI – USA www.travel.state.gov, Britain www.fco.gov.uk/travel, Australia  www.smartraveller.gov.au/  Canada  www.voyage.gc.ca/index-eng.asp

 

Jan 25

ON THE ROAD TO ZANZIBAR
Few places evoke mystery and adventure like this 40-mile-long, tropical island off Africa's east coast. [Read More]   FMI -  www.zanzibar.net

 

 

Jan 26

WORLD CAPITALS YOU NEVER LEARNED
How did Gulfport, Mississippi earn the distinction of being the world's root beer capital? [Read More]

 

Jan 29

MINIMUM CHECK-IN TIMES
On time is no longer good enough. If you haven't checked in 15 minutes before departure, you might lose your seat on the plane. [Read More]

 

 

Jan 30

THE AMERICAN DISCOVERY TRAIL

A decade, a remarkable right of way first opened for public use, the first designated U. S. footpath from sea to shining sea. [Read More]  FMI - www.discoverytrail.org

 

Jan 31

SEVEN LEGENDARY SKI RUNS

It’s not enough to be precipitous, heavily moguled or just plain terrifying.  To attain legendary status, a ski run must also have some history behind it.

 

Feb 1

ALL ABOUT ANDORRA
Many travelers are unaware an entire country is tucked into the mountains between France and Spain. [Read More] FMI www.andorra.ad

 

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