Travel Veg

The Great American Hall of Wonders: Art, Science, and Invention in the Nineteenth Century is now on exhibitin Washington, D.C., and available for virtual viewing online. The show's title harks back to a super-sized cabinet of curiosities.... D.C. Buffalo Spotted in Washington, D.C.

Organic food, wild art on Maine's Creative Route 1

2011-09-02T22:36:00.000-04:00

Great veg and organic cafes, exciting art in galleries and outdoors, mysterious harbor muses along Rt. 1 in midcoast Maine. Read about it here

Chattanooga's epic green revival including great dining

2011-08-26T11:11:00.002-04:00

http://www.theurbn.com/2011/07/dirtiest-city-now-an-epic-green-scene/

Hall of Wonders: New DC exhibition of the invention and cost of American progress

2011-08-22T14:52:00.000-04:00

http://www.theurbn.com/2011/08/ecovore-gets-lost-in-a-hall-of-wonders/ New Smithsonian American Art Museum exhibition reflects the progress and cycles of invention, exploration and destruction in the young America.

Blue Ridge wine pairs well with mountain views

2011-08-18T14:46:00.000-04:00

Wine pairs well with mountain views, Appalachian Trail hikes, good humor and cruelty free food. http://prime.peta.org/2011/08/blue

Boston: Bikeshare and Food Truck News

2011-08-01T20:47:00.000-04:00

Read about it here: http://www.theurbn.com/2011/08/ut-ecovore-pedals-boston-greenways/

Vegan noshes Branson

2011-07-29T16:58:00.000-04:00

What's a Vegan to Do in Branson? Plenty! Such as bike, hike nature trails, eat great food, and watch Liverpool Legends

Bicycling Vegan in Branson MO

2011-07-22T18:20:00.000-04:00

Read all about this bike trip in Branson MO in the Washington Post at http://www.washingtonpost.com/lifestyle/travel/the-impulsive-traveler-a-bicycling-vegan-finds-a-place-in-branson-mo/2011/07/13/gIQA9MIoTI_story.html

Waterfalls, Waterfalls, and Farm Sanctuary … in Watkins Glen

2011-07-22T16:16:00.000-04:00

Wine-tasting, farm to table dining, veg B&Bs, biking and hiking around waterfalls in Watkins Glen NY. Read about this cool getaway:

Waterfalls, Waterfalls Everywhere … in Watkins Glen

London Dining: Veg-Friendly Super Restos on Park Lane

2011-07-21T21:19:00.000-04:00

Go London: Boris Bikeshare and Superb Restaurants = UT ECOVORE has the scoop

http://www.theurbn.com/2011/07/ut-ecovore-boris-bikes-london/

Vegan and Nature Delights in Palm Springs

2011-07-21T13:18:00.000-04:00

Read about them here: http://www.theurbn.com/2011/07/ut-ecovore-goes-beyond-the-bistros-in-palm-springs

Vegan and Nature Delights in Palm Springs

2011-07-21T13:15:00.000-04:00

Read about them here: http://www.theurbn.com/2011/07/ut-ecovore-goes-beyond-the-bistros-in-palm-springs

Veg-friendly B&B and biking Northwest Oregon

2011-07-17T13:58:00.000-04:00

UT ECOVORE bikes Oregon's Banks-Vernonia Trial

http://www.theurbn.com/2011/07/ut-ecovore-bikes-northwest-oregon/?utm_source=feedburner&utm_medium=email&utm_campaign=Feed%3A+theurbn+%28The+Urban+Times%29

Cool Off on Cycle in the Pacific Northwest

2011-07-08T15:16:00.000-04:00

Cool Off in the Pacific Northwest Hills between Portland and the Oregon coast at a wonderful cycle + yoga B and B close by new Banks-Vernonia Trail http://t.co/3x63OoT

New Haven: A Tasty Yale Education

2011-07-07T11:46:00.000-04:00

Where to stay, play and dine in New Haven and at Yale - great summer trip. Here in ONE New England.

Lake Surfing, Dune Climbing, Veg Dining in Southwest Michigan

2011-06-24T15:34:00.000-04:00

Lake Surfing and Dune Climbing in Southwest Michigan ... veg food and great photos, too. Read on....http://prime.peta.org/2011/06/lake

Jack London's park to close...Calif park shutdown

2011-06-03T09:40:00.000-04:00

Jack London's park to close...Calif park shutdown

Arts & Crafty Mountain Getaway: Penland School of Art

2011-06-02T15:02:00.000-04:00

Week-long and longer sessions perfect for learning/honing skills in glass, clay, photography, metalworks and so much more...in the gorgeous mountains of western N.C. at Penland School of Craft. Read about it at http://prime.peta.org/2011/06/crafty

Volcano Hiking in St. Kitts

2011-06-01T10:41:00.000-04:00

Volcano hiking in St. Kitts...what a blast! Read about the adventure here in Be Inkandescent magazine's humor issue featuring Dave Barry and his brother Sam. http://bit.ly/iXXmu6

Peak season for art & berries in the Appalachians

2011-05-20T17:15:00.000-04:00

Refreshing mountain drive between art/craft studios and good places for veg cuisine. Read about it here.

Real Nature Beats Technological Stand-Ins for Human Well-Being

2011-05-18T10:09:00.000-04:00

Real Nature Beats Technological Stand-Ins for Human Well-Being As our environment degrades and technology improves, can technological versions of nature become suitable replacements?

Boston's Secrets By Bike

2011-05-13T13:29:00.000-04:00

Discovering Boston's Secrets On Bike. Read Robin's new article at http://www.onenewengland.com/article.php?id=296

Jeeps to beavers: Wandering in Western Penn.

2011-05-13T12:58:00.000-04:00

Jeeps, gritty fun towns, award-winning parks, and events from Jeep Parade to Veg Summerfest coming up. Read about it here.

James Beard 2011 winners

2011-05-11T00:31:00.000-04:00

Check out this year's just-announced James Beard award-winners. Robin has featured several of them in articles before they hit super-stardom, such as Jose Andres and Alex Young. One article here.

Art-spotting all around Sioux Falls, S.D.

2011-05-05T09:09:00.000-04:00

Great art from streets to prairie, indoors and outdoors, plus good eating, makes Sioux Falls worth the trip. Article here.

Sea turtle-friendly lighting

2011-05-01T00:54:00.000-04:00

Sea turtles are nesting now. Help them hatch and live with these easy beachside lighting basics (dim those lights, save lives). Tips here http://www.starrynightlights.com/Sea-Turtles/turtle-friendly-lighting.html

Yellowstone turning into Ghost Park

2011-04-17T13:57:00.000-04:00

Yellowstone turning into Ghost Park? Men’s Journal reports on loss of trout, pines, other species due to human-caused pollution and climatechange http://bit.ly/ftUivz

Orlando: Veggin' out along I-Drive

2011-04-15T16:17:00.000-04:00

Veg dining at Orlando convention-central, along I-Drive. Hopping trolleys, climbing ropes, catching shows and more. Read on - click http://prime.peta.org/2011/04/orlando

New Boston-By-Bike hotel + bike tour package

2011-04-11T16:56:00.000-04:00

Urban AdvenTours and the Fairmont Copley Plaza have teamed up to offer a super new and environmentally friendly experience with Boston’s Hidden Treasures by Bike Package. Check it out - click here

Fido-Friendly Albuquerque

2011-04-05T13:36:00.000-04:00

Great article in the March-April edition of FIDO Friendly magazine about visiting Albuquerque with your dogs.

Zoos - would you visit a zoo with lower standards of care?

2011-04-05T13:10:00.000-04:00

Insights about the varying levels of care provided by different zoos, and the value of accreditation. If you're thinking of visiting a zoo, read this first. Think whether you want to patronize zoos with lower care standards. New in the Washington Post at http://www.washingtonpost.com/national/how-can-you-tell-if-a-zoo-takes-good-care-of-its-animals/2011/03/28/AFBb3HeC_story.html

Danger Mouse & Daniele Luppi - Rome Trailer

2011-04-01T12:14:00.000-04:00

Travelers take note - visual feast.

Fly Girl: EXtrme BASE jumping, sky diving super-style

2011-03-31T08:59:00.000-04:00

You can practice your moves at iFLY indoor skydiving in Orlando. Lodge nearby at The Peabody Hotel.

Flavor Lust in Cambridge, Mass!

2011-03-28T20:11:00.000-04:00

Flavor Lust: the tastiest new places to bike to in Cambridge, Mass. From MIT's cool museum to new eateries (veg places crazy-packed with omnivores), pure-food food trucks, clubs and retro shops. http://bit.ly/ek9RBn

5 new ways to have fun on Orlando's I-Drive

2011-03-27T11:21:00.000-04:00

Whether you're in Orlando's conference center/International Drive area for business or vacation, here are some fresh ways to have fun:
* Have a blast indoor skydiving at iFLY. Yes, you'll be flying!
* Climb the new 3-level indoor rope adventure course at WonderWorks. Take the steps to the "basement" so you can see the super-cool posters.
* Catch a family-friendly comedy+magic dinner show at WonderWorks or the new burlesque+acrobatics show at Treasure Tavern.
* Ride the I-Ride Trolley to avoid stress, save gas and enjoy the view. Get a cheap day or multi-day pass!
* Spend nights or at least a meal at the recently renovated/expanded Peabody Orlando hotel. Sumptuous, creative cuisine.

Visitor's info and more at VisitOrlando.

MegaCon comic convention rocks Orlando

2011-03-27T10:09:00.000-04:00

Hundreds of Superheroes, Pokeymon-iacs, Family of the Future, new age R2D2s, zombie maidens, monsters, commandos and other characters in exquisite handmade costumes made Orlando's International Drive more scenic than ever March 25-27 for the MegaCon comic convention. A stunning rendition of The Silver Surfer, who uses his superpowers for only good and noble purposes, drew applause during Stan Lee's well-attended talk. The Marvel and DC Comics maven and movie-maker, responsible for Spider-Man and so many other legendary characters, shared insider tips and personal recollections in his wicked-humorous style. You shoulda heard how he manipulated a smoke-blast visual to appease the old Comic Code censors.

Prairie sculptures: art or oracles?

2011-03-25T11:33:00.000-04:00

The artist in all his elements in South Dakota - The Boston Globe

At beach, pick up trash instead of shells

2011-03-19T17:09:00.000-04:00

Ocean garbage: Floating landmines. Islands of garbage small and large increasingly floating toward shore. Trash strangling and poisoning marine mammals, birds, turtles and other animals. And it's getting worse because factories and individual people are using Earth's waters as dumpsters.

Cities gone wild - Boston.com

2011-03-04T18:22:00.000-05:00

Cities gone wild - Boston.com

Mute swan nests near subways and cities in Europe.

Bike-friendly, dog-friendly, veg-friendly Boston

2011-03-04T07:42:00.000-05:00

New article here!

Vitality on the plate: Vegan travel delights

2011-02-25T16:55:00.000-05:00

"You're vegan? What do you eat when traveling" Too much, but it's all so good! And we can pedal it off. Good article, loads of tips and food for thought here.

Chili pepper wine, spicy jokes, gorgeous mountain outing

2011-02-24T18:25:00.000-05:00

Chili pepper wine, spicy jokes and a spectacular orchard in the Blue Ridge Mountains of Virginia. Read about a hilarious wine tasting at Peaks of Otter Winery in the Washington Post here

Visiting Albuquerque with dogs...and bikes

2011-02-18T08:40:00.000-05:00

Albuquerque is a great city for bike touring, traveling with dogs...and so much more. Read about it here: http://bit.ly/i7nJsr http://bit.ly/i7nJsr

Palm Springs: bike-tour cool inns to desert canyons

2011-02-11T14:59:00.000-05:00

New article about where to bike, and where to rent bikes, in Palm Springs. The mountain and canyon sightings are more exciting than celeb spotting! Plus you can tour the cool Modernist houses, B&Bs, hotels and art museum. Article here: http://bit.ly/g8jZ3v

Jacksonville bike tours & more

2011-02-08T11:28:00.000-05:00

See Robin's article and photos on pages 6 to 7 of Flagler Outlook Magazine Feb. 2011...click here http://www.news-journalonline.com/ads/special-sections/flagler-outlook/

AT through-hiker: what to pack, when to go

2011-02-05T11:50:00.000-05:00

Want to hike the AT - Appalachian Trail? This through-hiker reveals what to pack (mosquito-proof hammock and other items you might not expect...everything should have at least 2 uses) and when to go. Dennis R. Blanchard recently published the great book, Three Hundred Zeroes: Lessons of the heart on the Appalachian Trail. Listen here http://radiosrq.com/news/dennis-r-blanchard-interview-part-i/5856/
Part 2 at http://radiosrq.com/category/podcasts/page/2/

SEEtheWILD new ecotour venture

2011-02-03T18:42:00.000-05:00

Check out SEEtheWILD.org, a new non-profit that helps you vacation with wildlife in spectacular places http://bit.ly/eWsfbc . Image by Greg Shea via SEEtheWILD and SEETurtles.

New Zealand extreme sports

2011-01-29T03:54:00.000-05:00

Armchair adrenaline junkies, click here

Portland food carts, food markets & foodies

2011-01-29T02:15:00.000-05:00

Food, glorious food makes it easy to refuel for all your bike expeditions in Portland, OR. Read about it here

Motion picture-perfect escape in Newport Beach

2011-01-22T21:04:00.000-05:00

Photo and story by Robin Tierney - click to read

Portland Movers & Makers - part 1

2011-01-21T23:00:00.000-05:00

Great food, people, scenery...the thinking foodie's perfect vacation (even when it rains!) check it out.

London calling cyclists - new bike share scheme

2011-01-16T03:19:00.000-05:00

Check it out here: http://prime.peta.org/2011/01/london

Vacation like an Olympian in Utah

2011-01-08T21:07:00.000-05:00

Utah Olympic Park and Park City featured in the Jan. 9 Worth the Trip feature first appearing in the Washington Examiner. One edition here.

Treasure-hunting paradise in Grandin Village, Va.

2011-01-01T22:14:00.000-05:00

This week's Worth the Trip feature first appearing in the Washington Examiner, all print and online editions. E-dition here.

Dallas: art, dining, score!

2010-12-26T14:46:00.000-05:00

PETA Prime: Celebrating Kind Choices: Great Art and Dining in Dallas

Sleeping Giant reawakens to thrill snowboarders and skiers

2010-12-25T03:01:00.000-05:00

Check out this Worth the Trip feature first published in print and online editions of the Washington Examiner on Sunday, Dec. 26. Click here.

Georgia's Snow Mountain

2010-12-18T20:06:00.000-05:00

Robin's Worth the Trip feature about Stone Mountain, reinvented as Georgia's Snow Mountain in the winter. Appearing first in the Washington Examiner newspapers Sunday Dec. 19. One edition here.

Orphaned elephants rescued at wildlife trust - NBC report

2010-12-16T23:07:00.000-05:00

Visit msnbc.com for breaking news, world news, and news about the economy

Portland handcrafted spirits: every day a holiday

2010-12-11T20:12:00.000-05:00

See the "Worth the Trip" feature on Portland Ore. handcrafted beverages starting in the Dec. 12 editions of the Washington Examiner newspaper. One edition here.

Paris winter fun

2010-12-05T01:29:00.000-05:00

Robin's Dec. 5 Worth the Trip feature, appearing first in the Washington Examiner newspapers. Click here for one edition.

Triple Waterfalls, SculptureWalk in Sioux Falls

2010-11-27T21:00:00.000-05:00

In the Nov. 28 edition of the Washington Examiner newspapers. Note: the photos are by Robin Tierney. Click here.

Spruce Pine NC sparkles

2010-11-20T20:33:00.000-05:00

Spruce Pine, N.C. - Sparkling holiday or anyday trip in the Blue Ridge Mountains. Robin's Worth the Trip feature, first appearing Sunday Nov 21 in the Washington Examiner newspaper. One edition here.

Can veg sushi save the planet?

2010-11-17T20:13:00.000-05:00

Check out veg eating in New Haven here.

Ghent: Norfolk's cosmopolitan seaside village

2010-11-13T19:15:00.000-05:00

Robin's Nov. 14 "Worth the Trip" feature first appearing in the Washington Examiner newspapers. Click here.

Free thrills in Beverly Hills

2010-11-06T20:04:00.000-04:00

Robin's Nov. 7 Worth the Trip feature, first published in the Washington Examiner newspapers. One edition here.

SoCal animal/eco-friendly travel

2010-11-04T01:47:00.000-04:00

Robin's latest in PRIME online here.

Lake Surfing in New Buffalo, Mich

2010-10-30T21:21:00.000-04:00

Robin's Oct. 31 "Worth the Trip" feature in the Washington Examiner newspapers. One edition here.

Machu Picchu and My Quinoa Adventure

2010-10-28T09:50:00.000-04:00

Native grains, abandoned mountaintop village in the Andes of Peru. Read it here.

Gleaming, walkable Dallas Arts District

2010-10-23T20:26:00.000-04:00

Robin's latest Worth the Trip feature, first appearing in the Oct. 24 editions of the Washington Examiner Newspapers. One edition here.

Get a Yale education tuition-free

2010-10-16T20:56:00.000-04:00

Robin's latest Worth the Trip feature, appearing first in all editions of the Washington Examiner newspaper - in print and online. One edition here.

Orange County Wild and On the Rocks

2010-10-09T23:02:00.000-04:00

Robin's latest Worth the Trip feature, which first appeared in the Examiner Newspapers on Oct. 10...here's one edition.

Veggin' Out in Finger Lakes Wine Country

2010-10-05T02:54:00.000-04:00

Veggin Out in Finger Lakes Wine Country

Peru's sanctuaries ancient and modern

2010-10-02T20:17:00.000-04:00

Robin's Oct. 3 Worth the Trip feature in the Examiner newspapers here.

Finger Lakes Wine Trail - tasty NY vino

2010-09-26T01:39:00.000-04:00

Robin's latest Worth the Trip feature, first appearing in the Sept 26 editions of the Washington Examiner newspapers here

Playing in Aruba

2010-09-18T19:33:00.000-04:00

Robin's latest Worth the Trip feature, first appearing in the print and online editions of the Washington Examiner newspaper on Sept. 19. Click here.

Hike Hovenweep's mystery mountain towers

2010-09-04T21:45:00.000-04:00

Robin's Sept 5 "Worth the Trip" column appearing in the Washington, MD and VA Examiner newspapers and elsewere online.

Hang glide and lodge on the air field

2010-08-28T22:10:00.000-04:00

Hang glide and lodge right on the air field atop Lookout Mountain in Georgia...close to Chattanooga Tenn. Robin's Worth the Trip feature in the Aug. 29 editions of the DC Examiner.

Eat Pray Love in the USA - Tibetan center in B-town

2010-08-21T21:01:00.000-04:00

Robin's latest Worth the Trip in the Aug. 22 editions of the Washington (and other) Examiner newspapers. One edition here.

Peak performers, head to Park City

2010-08-14T19:18:00.000-04:00

Robin's latest "Worth the Trip" in the Aug. 15 print and online editions of the Washington Examiner newspapers. Here's one edition.

Mark Twain 2010 fests & helicopter tours in Elmira NY

2010-08-07T20:37:00.000-04:00

Robin's "Worth the Trip" feature in the Aug. 8 editions of the Washington Examiner newspaper. One edition is here.