Articles tagged “Outdoors”

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                           

Brother, Can You Spare 1% for the Planet? By Jeff Kart IN Travel & Outdoors Aug 19 2011 A media empire called Outside is the latest edition to 1% for the Planet. One percent may seem small, but a little added up to $20 million last year. + READ MORE

Alternative ways to travel By Lauren Howland IN Travel & Outdoors Aug 3 2011 Try the unbeaten path + READ MORE

The Ultimate Experience? Become a Galactic Astronaut for $200,000 By Jeff Kart IN Travel & Outdoors May 26 2011 Virgin Galactic will turn you into a space traveler for $200,000. Is this the ultimate experience, with great bragging rights, or both? + READ MORE

The 10 Best Places to Watch The Sunset Around The World By Julia Austin IN Travel & Outdoors May 25 2011 Some people are sunset connoisseurs, constantly seeking out the highest rooftop, quietest beach, or most off-limits location to sneak into and watch it. For those of you out there, here are 10 spots to watch the sunset that certainly have all appeared on a postcard. + READ MORE

6 Of The Most Remote Travel Destinations Around The World By Julia Austin IN Travel & Outdoors May 14 2011 For some adventurers, the adrenaline rush/deep relaxation/sense of freedom or whatever it is they are looking for only sets in when they really worked to get to their vacation destination. And by “worked” I mean took some small, shaky, infrequently traveled form of transportation to one of these truly remote destinations. Here are some of the worlds most isolated locations for the diehard adventurer. + READ MORE

Walk Off a Cliff with Mom for Mother’s Day By Laurel House IN Travel & Outdoors May 4 2011 Brunch, tea, even a sunset dinner… I’ve done them all in celebration of my mom on Mother’s Day. This year I wanted to do something a little different, shake it up a bit, and do something that she will actually remember. I wanted to go rock repelling. + READ MORE

Appreciate Our Planet with Amazing Photography By Rebecca Lange IN Travel & Outdoors Apr 14 2011 We’ve put together a list of our top slideshows, showcasing the best in nature photography. Whether it’s an unbelievable shot of an ordinary lake, or an inside look at mountain top mining, these pictures give the viewer an opportunity to marvel at our planet, and get a new perspective of our environmental impact. Take a moment to enjoy the beauty with our top picks for nature photography. + READ MORE

12 Ways To Have a Fun, Guilt-Free Camping Trip By Julia Austin IN Travel & Outdoors Apr 14 2011 You might be a regular camper who escapes to the wild weekly. Maybe you just can’t afford a vacation so a tent and a campfire make for the cheapest getaway. Maybe your friends dared you to spend just one night away from your comfortable, pampered lifestyle. Whatever your reason for camping, you don’t owe any less to the nature you’re going to come in close contact with than the next guy. And it’s true—camping is about as eco-friendly as it gets when it comes to traveling. You and your gear are just about the only signs of civilization around. Here are some tips to keep it that way. + READ MORE

7 Activities To Do Before You Die By Julia Austin IN Travel & Outdoors Apr 7 2011 The stories of the largest Bloomingdales probably won’t be passed down from generation to generation. When all is said and done, and buildings are put up and torn down, the sites and experiences that will be talked about for ages are linked with—you called it—good old mother earth. Here’s a handful that have gained some notoriety. + READ MORE

Top Eco-Adventures in the Southern States By Julia Austin IN Travel & Outdoors Apr 1 2011 I wanted to turn our attention to the environmental efforts of a region that may not necessarily come to mind when we think eco-tourism—the South. Home to some of the most historical natural landmarks in this country, eco-tourism actually has a very special place in Southern hearts. + READ MORE

Spring Garden Tips to Wake Up Your Yard By Care2.com IN Home & Garden Mar 31 2011 Are you ready for a new season? April marks the beginning of what we Northeasterners call, Mud Season. The ground is not quite primed for gardening yet, and we're up to our knees in mud. It is the perfect time to take the snow gloves off and start exercising that green thumb. + READ MORE

Create Your Very Own Beekman Craft With This Easy How-To By Rebecca Lange IN Home & Garden Mar 28 2011 The Beekman Boys are no strangers to arts and crafts. On the farm, it’s all about finding a quick and original solution to the task at hand. From orange rind candle votives to place cards made from twigs and acorns, creativity is never short at Beekman 1802. In season two, Brent continues the ingenuity with a fun, new way to display dinner napkins. + READ MORE

9 Surprising Green Wedding Traditions From Around The World By Julia Austin IN Travel & Outdoors Mar 17 2011 A 5-star catering company, air-conditioned tent and designer dress offers its own beauty—it’s true—but there is a different kind of beauty to be found in an eco-friendly wedding. Not only will a wedding stripped of energy-sucking ornaments focus the attention more on the love-struck couple, it’s also far less expensive! You can minimize the carbon footprint of your fist steps as husband and wife by incorporating some of these green wedding traditions from around the world. + READ MORE

From Crisis to Solution: Help Relief Organizations Make a Difference in Japan By Rebecca Lange IN Travel & Outdoors Mar 15 2011 The earthquake in Japan has left thousands without food, shelter and basic needs. Though you may not be close to the destruction, there are still ways to help. We’ve compiled a list of the best relief organizations that are making the most of donations to provide relief to victims and their families. + READ MORE

Driver Hits, Kills 10 Pronghorn in Wyoming, Reward Offered By Jeff Kart IN Travel & Outdoors Mar 12 2011 Driver mows down 10 amazing antelope in Wyoming. They're the fastest land mammal in North America. + READ MORE

See The World's Top Treehouse Resorts By Julia Austin IN Travel & Outdoors Mar 8 2011 What I remember most from watching Peter Pan as a kid was one whimsical aspect—Never Never Land. The kids living up in small huts in the trees, the sounds of Macaw’s just outside the flap door and the sounds of ship horns—a reminder of human life—off in the distance. + READ MORE

Top 7 Sustainable Travel Destinations By Rebecca Lange IN Travel & Outdoors Mar 2 2011 Many of us love to travel, but don't love the negative impact our traveling has on the environment. All the cars, trains and planes we use require energy and are ever-increasing our carbon footprint. And while going on vacation may still require hopping on a plane or getting in the car, there are plenty of destinations to visit that can contribute to saving the environment. + READ MORE

Can Cruises Preserve the Arctic & Inuit Culture? By Jeff Kart IN Travel & Outdoors Mar 1 2011 Two adventure travel companies have merged, to provide more opportunities for people to cruise the Arctic. But what's the impact on the environment? + READ MORE

Top 10 Historic Hotels in the U.S. By Rebecca Lange IN Travel & Outdoors Feb 26 2011 When planning your next vacation, consider staying at one of our top picks for historic hotels. All recognized by the Historic Hotels of America, the following establishments boast some of the best spas, golf courses, and natural attractions in the country. Perfect for history buffs, these restored hotels merge the past and present making for a truly unique stay. + READ MORE

Write 300 Words on Responsible Travel and Travel Responsibly (For Free) By Jeff Kart IN Travel & Outdoors Feb 24 2011 An eco-resort in Belize is offering a two-night, four-day vacay package to the best wordsmith, or artist. + READ MORE