Amtrak's seating plan coming and going
Amtrak is switching seating so that half face each direction in hopes of faster turnaround at terminals and more service
March 2024
Richard Gilder Center at the American Museum of Natural History
Jonathan L visited the newest addition to one of New York City's venerable institutions
Santa Rosa: Heart of California's Sonoma County
Jonathan L explores Santa Rosa, the county seat of Sonoma, California
Virgin Voyages says goodbye to Australia
Between poor sales and unsettled conditions in the Red Sea, Virgin Voyages is backing out of the Australia market, at least for now
Hilton makes a play for outdoor market
Hilton has inked a partnership with a chain of outdoor and glamping sites
Mara River Tented Camp, Tanzania
Comprising 40,000 hectares of remote and untouched wilderness in Tanzania’s Serengeti, Mara River Tented Camp affords guests exclusive access to some of the world’s most prized game-viewing opportunities.
Making Hay
PHeymont spots a wall of harvested hay in Missouri, with a possible tilt to the left
One-Clue Mystery: Name the Place!
This is all the clue there is: Is it enough for you to name the scene of a future TravelGumbo blog? Email answers by Monday midnight to TGsuggestions@gmail.com
5 Interesting Facts About White Water Rafting
White water rafting stands as an exhilarating outdoor pursuit, with many personal benefits (sponsored content)
Viking preparing to go public
Privately-held Viking has filed papers to go public on U.S. stock markets
Spain joins ban-short-flight movement
Spain's ruling parties have agreed on a ban on short-haul flights where trains are available, but it has big exceptions
Eilean Donan Castle, Scottish Highlands
DrFumblefinger visits Eilean Donan Castle, probably the most popular castle in the Scottish Highlands.
San Giorgio Maggiore, Venice
DrFumblefinger visits the beautiful Basilica de San Giorgio Maggiore -- the church you see across the Grand Canal when standing in Piazza San Marco.
11 Exciting North America Road Trip Itineraries For Families
Many families agree that there are few things more fun and challenging than doing a road trip across the USA. Here are some suggestions for you (sponsored content)