May 18, 2012 Every summer thousands of Central New Yorkers head north to the 1000 Islands region to camp, boat and fish. One of the most popular attractions is Boldt Castle on Heart Island which, according to YNN, just opened for the season this past weekend. The castle is open daily through October and has a colorful history.
May 3, 2012 As we begin travel and vacation season with Memorial Weekend at the end of the month, there's word from the New York State Thruway Authority about deer on the roadway.
April 10, 2012 You go to Las Vegas to have a good time, right? What happens in Vegas stays in Vegas and all that jazz. But what happens when you, let's say, over indulge on your first night on the town? You can let in spoil the next couple of days or you can call Hangover Heaven a new service started by a local physician that promises to nip that headache in the bud. What exactly is Hangover Heaven?
March 9, 2012 With gas prices heading toward $4 a gallon or more it looks like the days of taking a Sunday drive or a long road trip are fading fast. However, according to an article in the Chicago Tribune, many Americans still dream of driving across the country, either by car or--better yet--in an RV.
January 31, 2012 We all complain about the weather, and maybe say winters are too long and summers are too short in central New York. Ok, no place is perfect, but now there's a new survey that indicates the top 15 states in the U.S. where people would like to live, if they could.
December 27, 2011 When Muchen Hsieh, a music student from Boston, got off the bus in Philadelphia after a long bus ride she was exhausted. After collecting her baggage she was about to leave the bus station when she remembered that she had left her violin--an antique on loan from Taiwan worth $170,000--on the bus. The bus that had already left the station. According to Reuters Hsieh notified police and the bus company and then crossed her fingers.
November 16, 2011 A recent Harris Interactive Poll asked the question, "What state would you like to live in other than the one you live in now". The answer? Surprise, surprise, if you said Hawaii you would not be alone. The "Aloha State" topped the list of most desirable places to live with other sun-drenched states close behind. This marks the first time since 2001 that California did not top the list.
August 31, 2011 There is nothing more frustrating than being pulled over while taking a road trip on unfamiliar highways because a speed limit has just changed from 55 to 30. We generally call these transition zones "speed traps" as they are usually patrolled around the clock by local law enforcement hoping to catch the unsuspecting traveler not paying attention. According to the National Motorist Association Livonia, Michigan has the most notorious speed traps but there are several others cities close behind.
August 27, 2011 Don't get me wrong, I love living in the USA but if for some reason I got kicked out, Canada would be my second choice. Okay, maybe my third after Australia. The friendliness of the people, the lifestyle and the variety of cultures would make me feel right at home. However if you visit our neighbors to the north--even for just a few days like I just did--be prepared for some differences and a ounce or two of confusion. I came up with a little list of things to prepare for.
July 27, 2011 Autumn means cool, crisp air and the annual explosion of color on the landscapes of Upstate New York as the leaves change from verdant to vibrant with reds, oranges and yellows replacing the green of summer.
January 6, 2011 Many of us plan those little winter getaways now, or start checking the calendar for vacations later on in the year. More and more people are travelling alone, for a variety of reasons. So, if you're planning to take a solo vacation, check this out.
