http://www.flyingcompass.com/ Mon, 8 Feb 2010 22:29:02 GMT Mon, Feb 8th 2010, 17:29 GMT http://www.flyingcompass.com/United-States/a-259.html Surviving the holidays is what it’s all about. Destination vacations, especially for the holidays, are more popular than ever. Getaways are often held at tropical beach locations, well-known theme parks and ski resorts, and mountain retreats. They allow for just the right amount of togetherness. Now everyone gets to travel and mom and dad’s home isn’t overtaken. http://www.flyingcompass.com/United-States/a-259.html http://www.flyingcompass.com/Michigan/Mackinac-Island/a-362.html Learn about the nuances that make Michigan’s Mackinac Island so unique. Learn how to pronounce the name of the island, which ferry service to use, how luggage is handled, where to eat and how to get around the island that has no cars. http://www.flyingcompass.com/Michigan/Mackinac-Island/a-362.html http://www.flyingcompass.com/Rhode-Island/Newport/a-363.html Learn about Newport, Rhode Island’s street layout, trolley service, and where to find parking garages and lots, metered parking, smart cards, beach parking and public restrooms. http://www.flyingcompass.com/Rhode-Island/Newport/a-363.html http://www.flyingcompass.com/Virginia/Hampton-Roads/a-368.html Learn about the many tunnels and bridges that connect the Hampton Roads region of Virginia - Norfolk, Chesapeake, Hampton, Suffolk, Newport News, Portsmouth and Virginia Beach. Anyone who has never experienced these man-made wonders may be intrigued by their use, especially children. http://www.flyingcompass.com/Virginia/Hampton-Roads/a-368.html http://www.flyingcompass.com/North-Carolina/Wilmington/a-334.html Thanks to Interstate 40 (I-40), Wilmington, North Carolina, is an easy-to-reach vacation destination. I-140/Highway 17 Bypass or Wilmington Bypass opened in mid-2006 and is a 7.5-mile section that connects Highway17 with U.S. 421, effectively reducing some of the congestion on Market Street and Oleander Drive. http://www.flyingcompass.com/North-Carolina/Wilmington/a-334.html http://www.flyingcompass.com/United-States/a-353.html Seems that flying nowadays can be a lot of hassle. When you purchase a ticket on a no-frills airline, you expect that everything will be ala carte. Not any more. American Airlines, Northwest Airlines, United Airlines and US Airways are all charging for each checked bag. Maybe it's time I ship it in advance in a box. So far Continental, Delta Air Lines, Jet Blue Airways and Southwest have not started to nickel and dime their customers. http://www.flyingcompass.com/United-States/a-353.html http://www.flyingcompass.com/Maryland/Annapolis/a-336.html Here's a quick bit of information on Annapolis, Maryland, including details regarding its narrow streets and parking, understanding the various bodies of water that flow into Chesapeake Bay, the U.S. Naval Academy and the Maryland State House. Remember to bring photo identification and comfortable shoes. http://www.flyingcompass.com/Maryland/Annapolis/a-336.html http://www.flyingcompass.com/United-States/a-260.html If there’s anything that can make travel challenging, it’s food allergies. A big part of the equation, once diagnosed, is in understanding foods, especially those that react and those that are readily transportable. With a little bit of research and creativity, traveling for work or pleasure is possible. It just requires asking lots of questions and having patience. http://www.flyingcompass.com/United-States/a-260.html http://www.flyingcompass.com/Illinois/Chicago/a-289.html The Chicago Transit Authority and everyday Chicagoans offer these helpful hints so visitors can understand how addresses work in downtown Chicago. It all starts at the intersection of State Street and Madison Street. In addition to the “L” or “el” (elevated train), Chicago is served by Metra, a commuter rail system between the city and the suburbs, and AMTRAK. http://www.flyingcompass.com/Illinois/Chicago/a-289.html http://www.flyingcompass.com/Aruba/a-305.html Traveling to Aruba? Find quick tips and answers to frequently asked questions. Topics include passports, customs, airport security, taxis and buses, car and jeep rentals, rules of the road, iguanas, parking, shopping, credit cards and agriculture and industry. http://www.flyingcompass.com/Aruba/a-305.html