Summer is nearly here, bringing with it ample sunshine and plenty of reasons to plan an outdoor travel adventure. Why not try British Columbia? One Word: Whitewater Should a snapshot of the wild wave variety suit your fancy, ready your 100-watt smile and suit up for a wondrously wet whitewater rafting excursion. Where to start? …
With the current economy, many families are looking for values when planning their 2009 summer vacation. Colorado is offering special travel packages to make it affordable for families to take an unforgettable getaway that many feel is crucial to family bonding. From rafting adventures to camping at hundreds of campsites across the state, Colorado offers…
Volunteer work? Earth Day? Coastal preservation? The coinage of a new word (voluntourism!) – Sign me up now! Although a volunteer vacation is not a new concept, the travel industry has recently seen a growing interest in getaways that combine philanthropic work with leisurely activity. The feel-good, do-good vacation, also known as “voluntourism,” is a…
Are you a writer? Does travel writer, freelancer, or editor fit your title? Bellingham Whatcom County Tourism invites you to participate in a Travel Writer Competition to win a three-night Media Tour to the Bellingham-Mt. Baker Region in 2009. Three categories: 1) Adventure Travel in June 2) Culinary Travel in July 3) Cultural Travel in…
Need a reason to visit London? The Mayor of London, Boris Johnson, called on the world to come to London for the experience of a lifetime, as he announced a new international marketing campaign to boost overseas visitors to the capital. The Mayor launched the campaign on The London Eye, one of the capital’s most…