Datelines & Destinations Archives - Page 20 of 21

A guide to Las Vegas for those who don’t gamble

February 3, 2020 Todd DeFeo

I have no problem with Las Vegas. But as someone who doesn’t gamble all that much, spending time in a casino isn’t really my scene.

A visit to Queenstown for the non-adrenaline junkie

January 27, 2020 Todd DeFeo

Queenstown is quite different from many others in New Zealand. It is a resort town and home to many adventure activities. For the non-adrenaline junkie, the city can provide a bit of a jolt.

Why you need to take the ferry when you visit New York City

January 20, 2020 Todd DeFeo

Ferry service in New York City is, at times, maligned. While not its intended function, ferries in the Big Apple are a great way to take in the cityscape. Plus, it’s much more cost-effective than many scenic cruises.

Finding quirky delights where you least expect to find them

January 13, 2020 Todd DeFeo

To me, the real delight of any trip is finding that off-beat place, perhaps somewhere that doesn’t quite make the guidebooks.

Why do people always want to do this to the Leaning Tower of Pisa?

January 6, 2020 Todd DeFeo

People have always tried to correct the lean of the Leaning Tower of Pisa. But, without the tilt, would as many people visit this famous tower? Probably not.

Take a trip ‘over the garden wall’ on the Otago Central

December 30, 2019 Todd DeFeo

Aotearoa has an incredible way of surprising and inspiring. Every turn seems to lead to a more stunning vista. And, a trip over the Otago Central Railway aptly proves this.

Three (of many) ways to enjoy Auckland, the City of Sails

December 16, 2019 Todd DeFeo

It’s a mix of the city’s culture, its history and its feeling of remoteness that make Auckland unique. It seems like many people who come to New Zealand make a beeline for the remote hiking tracks. Worthy as they are, don’t sleep on Auckland.

Taking the long road to Christchurch

December 9, 2019 Todd DeFeo

With each snap of the shutter, I convinced myself we just encountered the most beautiful vista. But we were proven continuously wrong. I would say disappointed, but nothing was disappointing about the drive.

Roaming free in rugged British Columbia

December 2, 2019 Todd DeFeo

A roughly 36-hour jaunt across the border to Vancouver provided the perfect opportunity to see a new city with minimal planning.

Heading north from Atlanta to enjoy some peace and quiet

July 8, 2019 Todd DeFeo

From Atlanta’s crowded thoroughfares, it might seem hard to believe there is a place just a short drive away that is steeped in history, offers endless scenic views and is home to a wine scene that is starting to turn heads. But the North Georgia Mountains offer the perfect break from the hustle and bustle of Atlanta.