Karen Rubin

17/08/2024

A recent survey showed that guided tours are making a comeback among younger travelers, who value local expertise as they explore and immerse themselves in destinations. From cycling in Spain and Utah to hiking in New Zealand and Italy, Western dude ranch adventures and traditional gulet cruises in Turkey, here are 12 guided tours to excite active travelers....

A recent survey showed that guided tours are making a comeback among younger travelers, who value local expertise as they explore and immerse themselves in destinations. From cycling in&n…

17/08/2024

wukalina Walk, a member of Discover Aboriginal Experiences, has been named one of TIME's 2024 World's Greatest Places....

wukalina Walk, a member of Discover Aboriginal Experiences, has been named one of TIME’s 2024 World’s Greatest Places.

17/08/2024

The theme for the 2024 Global Wellness Summit (GWS), a foremost gathering of international leaders in the multitrillion-dollar global wellness economy being held in St. Andrews, Scotland from November 4-7, is “A Watershed Moment for Wellness.”...

The theme for the 2024 Global Wellness Summit (GWS), a foremost gathering of international leaders in the multitrillion-dollar global wellness economy being held in St. Andrews, Scotland …

12/08/2024

Adventure Cycling Association has announced major expansions to the United States Bicycle Route System, including three completely new routes, bringing the total to top a major benchmark of 20,000 miles. ...

Adventure Cycling Association has announced major expansions to the United States Bicycle Route System, including three completely new routes, bringing the total to top a major benchmark of 20,000 …

09/08/2024

Escape Adventures and Blacksford Luxury RV Rentals have formed a new partnership to offer multi-day guided cycling tours via luxury RV. By utilizing Blacksford RVs on a new selection of road and mountain biking tours, Escape Adventures will be the only travel operator to offer this elevated experience that blends the comforts of home with the thrills of active travel. Blacksford’s service includes airport transfers, vehicle orientation, 24/7 roadside support, and even a complimentary National Parks pass....

Escape Adventures and Blacksford Luxury RV Rentals have formed a new partnership to offer multi-day guided cycling tours via luxury RV. By utilizing Blacksford RVs on a new selection of r…

01/08/2024

The Grand Canyon Railway & Hotel is offering a special deal this summer: children can ride the train and stay at the hotel for FREE with the purchase of a 2-, 3-, or 4-night Kids Ride and Stay Free Package....

The Grand Canyon Railway & Hotel is offering a special deal this summer: children can ride the train and stay at the hotel for FREE with the purchase of a 2-, 3-, or 4-night Kids Ride and Stay …

01/08/2024

Western River Expeditions, renowned for guided river rafting experiences, reports a growing trend that benefits solo travelers looking for last-minute adventure opportunities this season....

Western River Expeditions, renowned for guided river rafting experiences, reports a growing trend that benefits solo travelers looking for last-minute adventure opportunities this season.

31/07/2024

August is National Wellness Month and it’s an ideal time to plan a self-care getaway. Wellness seekers are constantly looking for the newest and most exclusive experiences, and these resorts, events, and packages are providing just that in some of the most beautiful, relaxing destinations in the world....

August is National Wellness Month and it’s an ideal time to plan a self-care getaway. Wellness seekers are constantly looking for the newest and most exclusive experiences, and these resorts,…

31/07/2024

Independently owned and operated RV parks and campgrounds, including parks with RV and tent sites as well as rustic and furnished cabins and glamping accommodations, such as furnished safari tents, yurts, tipis and covered wagons, often have available campsites and rental accommodations....

Independently owned and operated RV parks and campgrounds, including parks with RV and tent sites as well as rustic and furnished cabins and glamping accommodations, such as furnished safari tents,…

31/07/2024

Secret Atlas has launched a new Expedition Micro Cruise to explore Greenland....

Secret Atlas has launched a new Expedition Micro Cruise to explore Greenland.

25/07/2024

Norse Atlantic Airways, a low-cost long-haul airline, just launched the ‘Early Bird Sale’ with fares between the US and Europe from $109 one way....

Norse Atlantic Airways, a low-cost long-haul airline, just launched the ‘Early Bird Sale’ with fares between the US and Europe from $109 one way.

19/07/2024

“Art on the Edge: Pushing Creative Boundaries,” is the latest exhibition at the Gold Coast Arts Gallery in Great Neck, Long Island, on view through September 15. Curated by Jude Amsel, the exhibition, highlights how artists using graffiti as its foundational elements in drawing, painting, sculpture and installation have continued to evolve and elevate their street origins....

“Art on the Edge: Pushing Creative Boundaries,” is the latest exhibition at the Gold Coast Arts Gallery in Great Neck, Long Island, on view through September 15. Curated by Jude Amsel, the exhibiti…

18/07/2024

Roadtrippers is a leading road trip planning app, helping people experience the world around them by streamlining discovery, planning, booking and navigation into an engaging and intuitive process....

Roadtrippers is a leading road trip planning app, helping people experience the world around them by streamlining discovery, planning, booking and navigation into an engaging and intuitive process.

03/07/2024

“This year’s record-breaking air travel is another good sign for our economy as more Americans take to the skies than ever before,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “To help avoid travel headaches, the Biden-Harris Administration has taken historic action to modernize airports and expand passenger protections for a smoother travel experience.” ...

“This year’s record-breaking air travel is another good sign for our economy as more Americans take to the skies than ever before,” said U.S. Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg. “To help avoid…

01/07/2024

For the first time in more than 20 years, the New-York Historical Society displays the “Declaration of Dependence,” a petition signed in 1776 by New Yorkers loyal to the British crown. The petition will be on view for a limited time, alongside a rare original printing of the Declaration of Independence, also from New-York Historical’s collection. In an installation entitled Our History of Discord, together these documents reveal the contentious history behind our nation’s founding. Also, on the Fourth of July, kids under 17 can visit the Museum for free and meet historical interpreters recreating life in New York City in 1776....

For the first time in more than 20 years, the New-York Historical Society displays the “Declaration of Dependence,” a petition signed in 1776 by New Yorkers loyal to the British crown. …

28/06/2024

Planning a trip to celebrate July 4th holiday or a getaway this summer is easy with Roadtrippers Autopilot™. Roadtrippers has long been a popular planning app for travelers heading out in their automobiles, RVs and motorcycles. The app makes it easy to find fun activities, accommodations and more during the Independence Day celebrations.

Planning a trip to celebrate July 4th holiday or a getaway this summer is easy with Roadtrippers Autopilot™. Roadtrippers has long been a popular planning app for travelers heading out in their aut…

28/06/2024

Planning a trip to celebrate July 4th holiday or a getaway this summer is easy with Roadtrippers Autopilot™. Roadtrippers has long been a popular planning app for travelers heading out in their automobiles, RVs and motorcycles. The app makes it easy to find fun activities, accommodations and more during the Independence Day celebrations....

Planning a trip to celebrate July 4th holiday or a getaway this summer is easy with Roadtrippers Autopilot™. Roadtrippers has long been a popular planning app for travelers heading out in their aut…

27/06/2024

While voters are being conditioned by Republicans to obsess about inflation (eggs $1 more a week, gas 60c more a gallon!) and immigration (when immigration fuels economic growth), they are being conditioned to ignore the climate disaster that will impact the health, prosperity and well-being of all of us now and for generations to come.

By Karen Rubin, News-Photos-Features.com, [email protected] It’s the Dog Days of August – and its only June. Texas and Florida are battling floods. But Governor Ron DeSantis is handling it: he’s made “climate change” illegal, effectively...

26/06/2024

People talk about putting a price on carbon as a key means of addressing climate change. But what would a carbon market look like? This fact sheet on the Biden Administration’s principles for high-integrity voluntary carbon markets was provided by the White House:

25/06/2024

To celebrate the 150th anniversary of Impressionism, CroisiEurope has launched a brand-new itinerary to take guests on a journey to discover what inspired and influenced artists such as Monet, Renoir, Sisley and Bazille who all lived on the banks of the legendary Seine River. This 5 Day/4 Night itinerary will sail round-trip from Paris July 12th and through August 2024. CroisiEurope River Cruises Croisi Europe Croisi Voyages

To celebrate the 150th anniversary of Impressionism, Europe’s largest river cruise operator, CroisiEurope, has launched a new itinerary to discover what inspired and influenced artists such as Mone…

25/06/2024

To celebrate the 150th anniversary of Impressionism, Europe’s largest river cruise operator, CroisiEurope, has launched a new itinerary to discover what inspired and influenced artists such as Monet, Renoir, Sisley and Bazille who all lived on the banks of the legendary Seine River....

To celebrate the 150th anniversary of Impressionism, Europe’s largest river cruise operator, CroisiEurope, has launched a new itinerary to discover what inspired and influenced artists such as Mone…

25/06/2024

Inflation Reduction Act final rules build on Administration actions to develop a skilled, well-paid workforce to build the clean energy economy and combat the climate crisis. The Biden Administration has created mechanisms and collaborations to connect those who want to work in the clean energy industry with jobs. This fact sheet was provided by the White House:

Inflation Reduction Act final rules build on Administration actions to develop a skilled, well-paid workforce to build the clean energy economy and combat the climate crisis. The Biden Administration has created mechanisms and collaborations to connect those who want to work in the clean energy indu...

25/06/2024

The Biden Administration is accomplishing a real transition to clean energy and a sustainable green economy through promoting investments in technology, businesses, and innovation with state and local governments and private businesses, while demanding a framework of economic and environmental justice. This fact sheet listing Biden Administration actions to expand access to capital for small and medium sized climate businesses was provided by the White House:

The Biden Administration is accomplishing a real transition to clean energy and a sustainable green economy through promoting investments in technology, businesses, and innovation with state and local governments and private businesses, while demanding a framework of economic and environmental justi...

25/06/2024

If you want to transition from planet-killing fossil fuels that contribute to global warming and climate change to clean, renewable, sustainable energy, much more has to be done to increase the capacity and reliability of the electric grid. This fact sheet on what the Biden-Harris Administration is doing to bolster America’s power grid was provided by the White House:

If you want to transition from planet-killing fossil fuels that contribute to global warming and climate change to clean, renewable, sustainable energy, much more has to be done to increase the capacity and reliability of the electric grid. This fact sheet on what the Biden-Harris Administration is....

25/06/2024

This fact sheet on the Biden-Harris Administration’s agency climate adaptation plans to build climate resilience was provided by the White House:

25/06/2024

Breeze Airways, a premium leisure low-cost carrier offering point-to-point service from 56 U.S. destinations, has partnered with Nomatic, the creator of the most functional bags ever, to gift a fre…

25/06/2024

Breeze Airways, a premium leisure low-cost carrier offering point-to-point service from 56 U.S. destinations, has partnered with Nomatic, the creator of the most functional bags ever, to gift a free year of travel to one lucky winner and a companion, along with two sets of Nomatic luggage so the pair can travel in style. ...

Breeze Airways, a premium leisure low-cost carrier offering point-to-point service from 56 U.S. destinations, has partnered with Nomatic, the creator of the most functional bags ever, to gift a fre…

25/06/2024

Summer family vacation travel is defined by being active outdoors.Here are some ideas:

Summer family vacation travel is defined by being active outdoors. Here are some ideas:

24/06/2024

In a commanding display how important civilian and military mariners are to U.S. national and economic security, this year’s U.S. Merchant Marine Academy graduation featured an array of top brass including keynote speaker National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan; U.S. Congressman Tom Suozzi; Deputy Transportation Secretary Polly Trottenberg; Maritime Administer Rear Admiral Ann C. Phillips; General Eric M. Smith, the 39th Commandant of the Marine Corps; Vice Admiral Joanna M. Nuna, the 14th Superintendent of USMMA; and Rear Admiral Dianna Wolfson (USMMA class of ’96), who delivered the distinguished Alumna speech on the 50th anniversary of the first women to be admitted to USMMA, indeed, any federal service academy. Department of Transportation US Merchant Marine Academy U.S. Merchant Marine Academy US Merchant Marine Academy King's Point NY US Merchant Marine Academy King's Point NY

In a commanding display how important civilian and military mariners are to U.S. national and economic security, this year’s U.S. Merchant Marine Academy graduation featured an array of top brass including keynote speaker National Security Advisor Jake Sullivan; U.S. Congressman Tom Suozzi; Deputy...

21/06/2024

Vice President Kamala Harris came to New York City for the UNITE HERE union convention in which she stood up for workers and labor as a representative of the most pro-union administration possibly ever, and drew a sharp contrast to what the Biden-Harris administration has done for labor and will do, and what Trump and the Republicans stand for.
She was warmly received by UNITE HERE, a labor union representing 300,000 across Canada and the United States who work in the hotel, gaming, food service, manufacturing, textile, distribution, laundry, transportation, and airport industries.
Here is an edited transcript of her remarks:
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Vice President Kamala Harris came to New York City for the UNITE HERE union convention in which she stood up for workers and labor as a representative of the most pro-union administration possibly ever, and drew a sharp contrast to what the Biden-Harris administration has done for labor and will do,...