12 signs you're from Newfoundland

#5. You’ve gotten drunk in a shed.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/abroad/12-signs-born-raised-newfoundland/

Lab-testing new formulas for digital travel

Question: What do you call take-out tacos, oceans of Red Bull, midnight beer-and-pizza, bottomless pots of coffee, dozing on beanbag chairs and ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/sabre-hackathon-write-draft/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=sabre-hackathon-write-draft

World's first 'sportainment' park planned

Visitors will be able to experience virtual races against Usain Bolt and take part in medal ceremonies.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/08/04/travel/sports-theme-park/index.html

14 ridiculous hotel amenities

Transcending Wi-Fi, pillow menus and full minibars, these hotel amenities truly give you something to brag about back home.

from CNN.com - Travel http://www.cnn.com/2014/08/03/travel/over-the-top-hotel-amenities/index.html

US Wants To Ban In-Flight Phone Calls, But Airlines Want Final Word

The government is expected to seek comments from the industry and travelers before making a final ruling.



from Travel Feedly http://www.ibtimes.com/us-government-expected-ban-flight-cell-phone-calls-soon-1647620

TripAdvisor user-generates TV ad, Booking.com in China visitors pledge, and more…

This is a roundup of product news and announcements for travel MARKETING in tourism and hospitality for August 2014. Monday 4 August ...



from Tnooz http://www.tnooz.com/article/travel-marketing-roundup-august-2014/#utm_source=rss&utm_medium=rss&utm_campaign=traevl-marketing-roundup-august-2014

8 best road cycling routes in Utah

Utah is no slouch when it comes to road cycling / cycle touring. Just look to the Tour of Utah.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/sports/8-best-road-cycling-routes-utah/

Katy Goes Three for Four with Applications

As we continue along with the travel game, the number of credit cards we have available to us to apply for diminishes. We chose four for Katie for her July 2nd applications and here are the results: First on our list was the Chase British Airways card with a 50,000 point sign up bonus. She […]



from Frugal Travel Guy http://www.frugaltravelguy.com/2014/08/katy-goes-three-for-four-with-applications.html

The Warrior of Capestrano in Chieti, Italy

Accidentally discovered in 1934, this mysterious statue is unanimously viewed as the most important relic from early Italic civilizations in Abruzzo.

During some construction works on a farmland area near the town of Capestrano, several relics were discovered which suggested the presence of a necropolis beneath the site were discovered, and among these, a mysterious statue broken in two pieces caught the attention of archaeologist Giuseppe Moretti, and it was not long before he realized the importance of the find .

As it happened, the statue dated to early 6th century BCE, belonging to the ancient Piceni population (a civilization that flourished in the north-north east central Italy during the time). It was made using local stone and marble and measures 201cm tall with a massive stone base underneath its feet and two vertical struts keeping the figure in place. Traces of colors suggest that the statue was originally entirely painted.

The statue served a funerary purpose, portraying a human figure in the act of attending his own funeral, and it features a strong, athletic human body adorned with his own belongings. While the body is somewhat rough and sketchy, the items, the weapons, and the armor are all very detailed. The sword is decorated with animal figures while a dagger and a small axe are also held in the figure's arms. The armor, consisting of a round plate, is tied to the chest by belts over a decorated tunic, and what at first sight seems to be a mexican sombrero on his head, is in fact a large, crested parade helmet. The mask on the face could be either part of the helmet or a funerary mask, custom imported from the Mycenean tradition. The side posts also bear carved spears into them. The ornate ornamentation has led researchers to believe that he was a warrior, nobleman, or other leader.

The inscription at the base of the left strut not only confirms this theory, but is also brings us what seems to be the first dedication to an artist in history. A rough translation (still under revision) reads as,"Me, a beautiful image made Aninis (the sculptor) for King Nevio Pompuledio."

With his intimidating and unsetting appearance, his mysterious backstory, and the staggering amount of craftsmanship, the Warrior of Capestrano is one of the most suggestive and fascinating relics of early Italic history. It is now held in a separate room designed by artist Mario Paladino in the beautiful Villa Frigerj in Chieti, main site of the Museo Archeologico Nazionale d'Abruzzo (National Archaeology Museum of Abruzzo).

from Atlas Obscura http://atlasobscura.com.feedsportal.com/c/35387/f/665719/s/3d26be36/sc/10/l/0L0Satlasobscura0N0Cplaces0Cthe0Ewarrior0Eof0Ecapestrano0E2/story01.htm

Granite Peak in Park County, Montana

Montana's is the only state highpoint that requires a vertical, though comparatively short, rock climb. Also, there's the matter of Froze-to-Death Plateau and Tempest Mountain along the way.

In the Beartooth Mountains of southern Montana, Granite Peak at 12,799 feet above sea level was the last of the state highpoints to be climbed, waiting until 1923 for its first summit. Depending on who one asks, either this mountain or Mount Rainier are considered the toughest of the summits aside from Mount McKinley. On its standard route, the South Face, the hike is a long 12 miles that is typically done in two days, with a camp on Froze-to-Death Plateau near the base of Tempest Mountain. In summer, severe storms make Tempest Mountain live up to its name, so climbers must be prepared for severe weather at all times.

This route also features the only vertical rock climb required among the state highpoints. The climb occurs just below the summit and goes up a few hundred feet, but as Charlie Winger writes in his guidebook, Highpoint Adventures, "This is an easy place to get hurt and you are a long, long way away from help." It is also a very bad place to be if the weather turns ugly. Climbers should have plenty of experience before tackling this mountain.

from Atlas Obscura http://atlasobscura.com.feedsportal.com/c/35387/f/665719/s/3d26be31/sc/10/l/0L0Satlasobscura0N0Cplaces0Cgranite0Epeak/story01.htm

Sickened in Aruba – does this guest deserve a vacation re-do?

from Elliott http://elliott.org/is-this-enough-compensation/sickened-aruba-guest-deserve-vacation-re/

Across the Sunset Bar

China Drone video interview on New Zealand TV I was interviewed on NZ Television recently. It’s now up on their website with the funny title “Kiwi photographer baffles Chinese authorities.” Internet Kerfuffle Hey thanks to Matt Granger who sent me and the team a nice email explaining the situation. Apparently he did not mean to […]



from Stuck in Customs http://www.stuckincustoms.com/2014/08/04/across-the-sunset-bar/

Cape Spear Lighthouse Near St John’s, Newfoundland

from Everything Everywhere Travel Blog http://everything-everywhere.com/2014/08/03/cape-spear-lighthouse-near-st-johns-newfoundland/

What the planets sound like

In all seriousness, the sounds of Uranus are my favorite.



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/life/listen-sounds-planets-universe/

Is this ad glorifying deforestation?

An excavator mulcher completely destroys trees in a matter of seconds. Given global climate change, should we really be making deforestation this easy?



from Matador NetworkMatador Network http://matadornetwork.com/change/ad-excavator-mulchers-glorifies-environmental-destruction/