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Travel Buzz – Arkansas by ScooterMay 2012
Riding 1,400 miles on motor scooters, negotiating hairpin turns and steep grades in freezing weather isn’t everyone’s idea of a good time. But for Phillip Moyer and John Monday, it was all just a part of the adventure. Veteran motorcyclist Moyer, 76, had already logged more than 100,000 miles on two wheels – a 9,000-mile solo journey from Houston to … Travel Buzz – Honeymooning with the ElephantsApril 2012
It’s not just anyone who would think of traveling halfway across the world to an elephant camp in Thailand, or a coral atoll in the Maldives, to celebrate their marriage. But Keely Casady and Garrett Hrncir are not your average couple, and adventure – combined with a dose of luxury – was just what they were looking for. The couple, … Back Porch – Vacation MayhemApril 2012
Pre-children, our friends who have a farm not far from Houston often invited us up for the weekend. I remember one particular spring weekend – gorgeous weather, wildflowers blooming, blue sky. Perfect. Our friends made sure everyone felt comfortable in their rooms. They put us up in the back house, just a little away from the main house and private, … Travel Buzz – Martha’s Vineyard: Throwback to the ’50sMarch 2012
Summers on the picturesque New England island retreat of Martha’s Vineyard have always been cherished by Cambridge-born Danielle Pendergraft. Crabbing, beachcombing, and savoring the salty sea breezes are woven into a lifetime of memories. Danielle’s East Coast roots are firmly planted, but she ended up marrying a Texan – entrepreneurial guru Scott Pendergraft. After his first visit to Martha’s Vineyard, … Travel Buzz – Africa on HorsebackFebruary 2012
Seeing the world by horseback is nothing new for veteran equestrian Susan Davis. The Houston caregiver-agency owner has been riding and traveling for two decades, often in the company of her college roommate and travel buddy Nancy Broadbent. Previous excursions took the two friends and their families to Italy and France, among other destinations. But when Nancy brought up the … Reader’s Choice Awards – U.S. and CanadaJanuary 2012
Last month, in honor of The Buzz Magazines’ 10th anniversary, we featured your Top 10 awards for international travel. To start off the New Year, we’re keeping it closer to home with your picks for the United States and Canada. 1. California: Nearly half of those surveyed listed a California destination. In the north, it was San Francisco, Lake Tahoe … Travel Buzz – Readers’ Choice Travel – Top Ten DestinationsDecember 2011
Houstonians are avid travelers, as we’ve documented each month in this space. So when we decided to compile an end-of-year roundup, we decided: Who better to ask than our readers? Hence the first of what we hope will be an annual tradition: the Readers’ Choice Travel Awards. We’re choosing the top 10 vote-getters in order to commemorate the 10-year anniversary … Tips for Travel to AlaskaNovember 2011
It’s been called America’s last great frontier. The astounding landscapes, untamed wilderness, abundant wildlife and mountain-man mentality live on in Alaska. Most Alaska travelers these days experience the state from the safety of a cruise ship. Our travelers chose a more independent route. For ophthalmologist Allan Fradkin and his son and daughter, Brendan and Allegra, Alaska was a last-minute … Tips for Travel to ParisOctober 2011
What is it about Paris? Countless artists, writers and cinematographers have tried their hand over the years. Perhaps dramatist Oscar Wilde summarized it best: “When good Americans die, they go to Paris.” Of course there is no need to die in order to make the trip of a lifetime to the City of Light. Houstonians Adriana Rosenbaum and Karen Urbani… Travel Buzz – Southern ComfortSeptember 2011
Travels in the Deep SouthFrom the beaches of North Carolina’s Outer Banks, to the genteel charm of Charleston and Savannah, the Deep South calls to each of us. We’ve read it in the defiance of Scarlett O’Hara and the decadence of William Faulkner; we’ve listened to it in the deep bass of Johnny Cash and the gravely croon of … Travel Buzz – Van City Has Something for AllAugust 2011
Nature and culture form the perfect blend in misty, mountainous Vancouver. Frequently ranked among the world’s best places to live, Vancouver is also the warmest city ever to host the Winter Olympics. Its laid-back West-coast attitude, its fresh, forested vistas and its colorful multicultural community make it a favorite destination for many heat-weary Houstonians. Some head toward Vancouver Island to … Travel Buzz – Lens to the World: Photo ExpeditionsJuly 2011
Travel these days has become virtually synonymous with photography. Everyone has become a photographer, it seems, in the digital age. But there are snapshots, and then there is travel photography. Travelers who plan trips specifically to create stunning imagery say it’s a completely different way to enjoy a destination and take something back with you that will last a lifetime.… Travel Buzz – Stylin’ in MiamiJune 2011
For that Latin-tinged glitz and glamour, for the latest in design and fashion, for powdery beaches that reach right up to your hotel, for night life that keeps on going even after sunrise, no place says “style” like Miami. Where else can you go to dinner and shopping in your bathing suit? Where else can you step out back and … Travel Buzz – New York, New YorkMay 2011
Taking a bite-sized view of the Big AppleIt’s an icon of a city, a place where every square inch of sidewalk holds a special significance: New York City, America’s other capital. From the awe-inspiring Statue of Liberty and the Empire State Building, to the economic engine of Wall Street, to the shopping destinations of the stars, the Big Apple … Travel Buzz – Loving LondonApril 2011
The eyes of the world will be upon this city of cities this month, with preparations underway for the April 29 royal wedding of William and Kate. While it’s doubtful that many of our readers will be attending that illustrious event, London is undeniably a favorite destination among Houstonians. For old-world charm, over-the-top cosmopolitan culture and a window onto the … |
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