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We're smack-dab in the middle of Summer, and to me, there are few more quintessential Summer vacations than a good old-fashioned road trip. Of course, any good road trip needs a great Playlist, and there is no shortage of songs that pay tribute to motorized wanderlust. In fact, when I made my trip cross-country several years ago, I asked all of my friends to burn mix CDs so I would have plenty Read more
I can't believe it's already August, but that doesn't mean it's too late to plan a last-minute road trip: the quintessential Summer adventure. Make sure you check out these tips before you pack up, put the top down, and hit the open road. Here's how to take a road trip if you're . . . With Your Best Friend: There's nothing better than blasting music and dancing in the car with your best friend. Read more
Summer may seem like the biggest travel season of the year, if you're headed abroad, cross country, or to far-off locales, travel time is ripe 365 days a year. Unfortunately, traveling can also have you racking up the charges on your credit card, but with these handy tech tips, you can save money while on the road now, or any time! Track down free WiFi — There's a number of US airports that Read more
You never forget how to ride a bike, but hopping on one for the first time since those school days gone by can be intimidating. So when Trek sent me a bike that it promised was perfect for beginner cyclists, I was hoping it was the ideal gateway bike for me to start navigating San Francisco's hilly roads on two wheels. What's New Released over the Summer, the 2012 Trek 7.2 FX WSD hybrid bike Read more
Windows down, music blaring, and adventure looming: when it comes to heading out of town for fun, nothing beats a road trip. It's a great way to bond with friends and take some much-needed time to reflect on your life (just don't venture into any Thelma and Louise-type stunts). Whether your final destination is only a few hours away, or you decide to take some roads less traveled for a week, you Read more
Editor’s note: Summer travel season has officially begun! The following guest post was written by Robert Reid, the US Travel Editor for Lonely Planet. He will be guest blogging on Savvy for the next two months, helping you find some great ideas of how to get your vacation on this Summer. There are so many places in the US to spend a long weekend, or even a week or two, that it can become Read more
Nothing's more seasonably appropriate than a Summer fling. But with Labor Day here, the sun is setting on this romantic time of year. Whether you're in a long-term relationship that's seen many Summers, or in the midst of a budding romance, check out five ways to keep Summer lovin' hot for as long as possible. Skip PJs on a warm night: When night falls on one of the few scorchers we inevitably Read more
When invited to run on a friend's team in the mother of all relays, you answer yes and start training immediately. This is how I joined the Van Tramps for the 30th running of the Hood to Coast Relay. I had seen the documentary (here's my review of Hood to Coast, the movie) and was honored to be in the 12-women team named partially after the Von Trapp family singers, immortalized climbing hills in Read more
Summer is a great time to pick up the family and get away. Whether it’s an exotic beach vacation or just a road trip to a lake, there’s no better time to plan a trip. However, the notion of a staycation, making your own home the destination for all your Summer fun, is one of the hottest new trends. But whether you’re planning a family vacation away from home or prepping for some good old Read more
Summer is waning, but you can still hit the road for a much-needed vacation. Whether they're flying near or far, tech addicts will want to keep these gadget essentials near to them in their carry-on luggage. iPad or Tablet — If you have the luxury of spending upwards of $500 on a tablet, it's probably the only gadget you'll need to tote during travel season since it can hold your ebooks, surf Read more
