GoodNewsIsNews.com » Travel and Tourism http://www.goodnewsisnews.com Diffusing the phrase "No News Is Good News" one positive news story at a time! Wed, 02 Jun 2010 00:38:48 +0000 http://wordpress.org/?v=2.8.4 en hourly 1 Get out! National parks to hold fee-free week http://www.goodnewsisnews.com/2010/04/get-out-national-parks-to-hold-fee-free-week/ http://www.goodnewsisnews.com/2010/04/get-out-national-parks-to-hold-fee-free-week/#comments Fri, 16 Apr 2010 01:34:12 +0000 GNIN Editor http://www.goodnewsisnews.com/?p=2812

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In a celebration of earth day all 392 parks around the United States are welcoming visitors to their site, free of charge. Some of the more famous parks that are included in this are: The Grande Canyon and Yellow Stone Park. Celebrate you weekend with a visit to a national park. Click here to read the article and here to see a full list of the parks.

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Think you’re the only one dreading airplane food? Not so much, it’s a big issue for many frequent flyers. Some go as far as bringing their own food on the plane, but this can be tricky too. Click here to read this humorous article about airplane eating.

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Do you ever go out and feel like a celebrity? Now everyone will think you are one too. A business was created where you can hire paparazzi to follow you around and take pictures of you and your group as you walk around the city. Click here to see what this service has to offer, you will no longer need to ask a stranger to take pictures of you and your friends.

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The Olympics is right around the corner and although some people are gearing up by taking their countries flag throw blanket out in preparation to watch TV, other are packing to attend. Here is an insiders guide on what to bring (and expect) when attending the winter games. Click here to read specifically what to pack and how to talk to other tourists.

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Ever wonder what other travelers are carrying in their suitcases. It’s not just underwear and toiletries, it’s live animals and artifacts. Click here to read about the 10 weirdest items found in unclaimed baggage.

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Something small, something that can get wet, something useful… having trouble finding what to get the person in your family who seems to always be living out of a suitcase? Click here to find great gifts for the man or woman on the go.

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Sometimes love happens at the most unexpected of times, in the grocery store, on the street or even in a foreign county. Some people love the thrill of being in a new place and open their selves up to another in ways they never dreamed of. Click here to read stories of people who returned home with more than a few postcards, they found love.

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Google and a few other wireless companies are offering free wireless internet in 47 airports across the nation thru January 15th! Unfortunately, since travel is down, there are fewer flights taking off during this holiday season. This means planes will be more crowded! This is just a little something from Google to make your holiday travel plans a little easier. Click here to see if you airport is participating!

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If you ever want to go on a quick weekend getaway you might be able to go somewhere nearby! Here is a list of America’s coolest college towns. You might live close by! Click here to read the list!

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You get on the airplane and you can tell from the second you sit in your planned seat, 7A, the person next to you wants to chat. They are nervous, excited and all over interested in the flight. You don’t want to be rude, but have no idea how to get out of this situation. Click here to find how to handle this all too similar situation.

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