Most people these days think cruises and immediately the gigantic ships from the major cruise lines come to mind. Cruises ships come in many different sizes these days. They can be as small as a few dozen passengers, or as large as the mega ships carrying thousands of passengers. Adventure or exploration cruises are a great alternative to the floating cities that have become so … [Read more...] about UnCruising to Panama and Costa Rica
Travel & Leisure
Charlotte grows up, hosts PGA Championship
It's been at least thirty years since I spent any quality time in Charlotte, North Carolina. The largest city in the Tar Heel state has undergone a tremendous amount of growth since then. Back in those days, the only major sports were NASCAR races. The addition of the NBA Hornets in 1988 and the Carolina Panthers in 1995 brought major league sports to town. The last time I … [Read more...] about Charlotte grows up, hosts PGA Championship
Going 3D
There's a lot of great destinations where lots of folks head either to retire or for spring break, so for our theme this time out, We are moving via The 3D RadioActivity on our 374th trip, Going to a variety of places, and we hope you are ready to come along with us because this time we have your worldwide ticket. Click to listen:[jwplayer mediaid="22854"] Download … [Read more...] about Going 3D
UNC – Kentucky and Las Vegas, Quite A Combo
Normally, what happens in Vegas stays in Vegas, or so says the clever marketing campaign. Unless that happens to be one of the best non-conference college basketball games that didn't take place in a March tournament setting. I had waffled on attending this game, but finally decided to cover it and secured a credential, flight, and hotel for the weekend. A friend and UNC … [Read more...] about UNC – Kentucky and Las Vegas, Quite A Combo
A Cancun Resort Vacation
A short five day vacation trip to Mexico is just what I needed to seek refuge from another Chicago winter. Who knew it would be a mild March, although truth be told, I did manage to miss a small snowstorm. A beer procured from an airport hawker at near US prices was ideal for the slightly warm, balmy day, and the seventy-five minute ride south from the Cancun airport. The … [Read more...] about A Cancun Resort Vacation