Virginia Beach’s Music Scene Offers Something For Everyone
If you’re looking for the perfect summer spot for live music, Virginia Beach boasts a vibrant music scene that provides fans of all genres something to enjoy, whether it’s a concert in the sand, browsing local crafts and produce while listening to local jams, or laying out a blanket under the sun. During the summer […]
California: Five Great Wine and Food Road Trips
As the leading wine and food destination in the U.S., California offers many great wine and food road trips to savor this summer and fall. With 100-plus American Viticultural Area wine regions and nine of the top producing agricultural counties in the U.S., no trip to the Golden State would be complete without visiting the […]
California: Santa Clara Visitors Bureau Announces “50 Awesome Things to Do in Santa Clara”
In recognition of Levi’s Stadium in Santa Clara hosting Super Bowl 50, the Santa Clara Convention and Visitors Bureau (CVB) has created “50 Awesome Things to Do in Santa Clara!” The effort to get the word out about the city’s visitor attractions will continue right up until Super Bowl 50 on February 7, 2016. The […]
20th International Festival of Arts and Ideas Kicks Off in New Haven
Comcast and NBC Connecticut are partnering as one of this year’s Marquee Sponsors for the International Festival of Arts & Ideas, which kicks off Friday, June 12th and runs through June 27th at venues across the Elm City. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the 15-day celebration, which will again be presenting a wide […]
Florida DOT and GEICO Unveil “Safe Phone Zones” at Florida Rest Areas, Welcome Centers and Service Plazas
The Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT), in a public-private partnership with GEICO Insurance, unveiled a statewide safety campaign to tackle the problem of distracted driving on Florida’s roads. As part of a national effort to encourage drivers to pull into a safe location to use their phone for calling, texting and accessing mobile apps, Florida […]
What’s New for I-95 Travelers This Summer in Connecticut
Summer has arrived! Warmer weather and brighter, longer days provide the perfect opportunity for getting out and experiencing all the new events and activities around the state. Unwind with a relaxing outing and savor the tranquility of the season or step it up with some spectacular summer adventures. Enjoy your favorites of the season and […]
SeaWorld Announces Mako Hypercoaster Coming in 2016
Surfacing at SeaWorld Orlando will be Mako, a 200-foot-tall hypercoaster that will reach 73 mph along 4,760 feet of steel track – nearly a mile long…
Big Thrills Coming in 2016 to Busch Gardens Tampa
Busch Gardens Tampa will put a spin on thrills with a brand new family thrill ride – Cobra’s Curse. This spin coaster is the only one of its kind in the world, and only found at Busch Gardens in Tampa…
Volcano Bay At Universal Orlando Resort Will Be A Water Theme Park Built On A Bold Creative Vision
Universal Orlando Resort announced a project of remarkable vision: to bring to life an entirely new water theme park experience. Called Volcano Bay at Universal Orlando Resort, it will join Universal Studios Florida and Universal’s Islands of Adventure and become the resort’s third incredibly immersive park. Universal’s Volcano Bay will be a place for the […]
Heroes and Legends Attraction Breaks Ground at Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex
Kennedy Space Center Visitor Complex today broke ground on a new attraction designed to touch the hearts and minds of the next generation of space explorers – Heroes and Legends, featuring the U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame®, scheduled to open in 2016. Held on the eve of this year’s U.S. Astronaut Hall of Fame Induction, […]
Washington: Know Before You Go – Plan Ahead for Memorial Day Weekend Travel
Hitting the road for Memorial Day? Make sure you plan ahead for a smoother trip and more enjoyable holiday. Drivers can use the Washington State Department of Transportation’s traffic volume charts to help time their travel on key routes. To ease congestion, most state highway construction work also is suspended during the holiday weekend. Drivers […]
Louisiana: DOT Reminds I-10 Motorists to Drive Safely During Memorial Day Holiday
The Louisiana Department of Transportation and Development reminded motorists to use caution when traveling on the roadways during the Memorial Day holiday weekend (Saturday, May 23 through Monday, May 25). Secretary Sherri LeBas announced that all oversize and overweight vehicle travel on state highways will be prohibited on Monday, May 25. LeBas said the decision […]
New Mexico: Seatbelt Enforcement Campaign Along I-10
New Mexico law enforcement is reminding motorists to Click It or Ticket. As part of the national seat belt enforcement campaign, law enforcement agencies around the country will be stepping up enforcement Monday, May 18 – Sunday, May 31, heading into one of the busiest travel weekends of the year. “With the Memorial Day weekend around the […]
Maryland: More Than 1.8 Million Motorists Anticipated To Travel Maryland’s Toll Facilities Memorial Weekend
As the unofficial start to summer approaches, the Maryland Transportation Authority (MDTA) reminds the more than 1.8 million motorists anticipated to travel MDTA roadways this holiday – plan ahead; travel off-peak; and Drive Smart. Arrive Safe. This total represents a 4% increase in traffic counts compared to last year. MDTA officials anticipate the following number […]
Massachusetts: DOT Encourages Safe Travel, Suspends Construction This Memorial Day Weekend
MassDOT encourages travelers to plan ahead and travel safely during the Memorial Day holiday weekend. The heaviest traffic is expected Thursday, Friday, and Monday afternoons and early evenings. Drivers are encouraged to make travel plans accordingly and if possible avoid peak traffic volumes between 1:00 PM and 7:00PM on those days. Traffic is expected to […]