More for Less in New York City
September 30, 2007 | Written by Erica Johansson
Manhattan is probably the world’s most dynamic island in the most exuberant city. If you haven’t seen... [Read more]
Erica Johansson
September 30, 2007 | Written by Erica Johansson
After dance school in Sweden, a challenging Camp Counselor job in Michigan, live-in aupair work in France, childcare taking in Switzerland and waitressing in London, Erica Johansson discovered a new passion - travel writing.... [Read more]
The Painkiller on the British Virgin Islands (video podcast)
September 28, 2007 | Written by Wayfarer Digital
Maryl stops by the British Virgin Islands booth at the Los Angeles Times Adventurers Expo to chat with Clive of BVI Tourism. Sounds like the “Painkiller” cures everything that ails. For more on British Virgin Islands at ITKT. This podcast was produced by Wayfarer Digital for In The Know Traveler.... [Read more]
Exploring Ephesus (video podcast)
September 28, 2007 | Written by Wayfarer Digital
In part three of our travels through Turkey, Jason is at it again offering our loyal viewers some of the most beautiful photography of Ephesus. Of course, it is not a beautiful as going there, but until you do… Ephesus is an entire city of ruins and maybe the most spectacular in the world. Be sure to check out this video podcast of a truly ancient wonder.
For the record, Jason has just gotten back from Colombia... [Read more]
Exploring Cappadoccia (video podcast)
September 28, 2007 | Written by Wayfarer Digital
In this weeks installment of Jason Fitzpatrick’s adventures in Turkey, Jason takes on the amazing Cappadoccia. Between the underground cities and narrow winding passages,... [Read more]
Washing Off City Crust
September 28, 2007 | Written by Jason Fitzpatrick
Like the majority of the human race I live in an urban environment.... [Read more]
A Splash of Istanbul (video Podcast)
September 28, 2007 | Written by Wayfarer Digital
Jason Fitzpatrick just returned from several adventures in Turkey. Luckily for us, he shot the whole thing using high-definition and we will be presenting a series of gorgeous video podcasts with us over the next month. Here is the... [Read more]
A Day in Mahabalipuram, India
September 27, 2007 | Written by Mamta Murthy
My mother and I traveled to Chennai for a friend’s wedding. The morning following the post-wedding celebrations,... [Read more]
Mamta Murthy
September 27, 2007 | Written by Mamta Murthy
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A Day in Mahabalipuram, India
Sniffles on a Plane?
September 26, 2007 | Written by Steve Smith & Christine Johnson
Do you get sick, experience headaches or eye and throat irritation when you fly? Many fliers do, and in an unscientific way, I’ve always blamed the airplane’s air ventilation system. A look at popular articles on the subject confirms this suspicion. However, there have been many scientific investigations of cabin air quality conducted by credible organizations, among them the National Academy of Sciences and the Department... [Read more]
The Coolest Travel Gadget Ever Part 2
September 25, 2007 | Written by Jason Fitzpatrick
So now I have actually had the chance to travel with the iPhone, and I have discovered several features that make it great not only for the traveler bit also for the travel writer. The iPhone has a 2.0 mega-pixel camera. Does it compare to my Nikon FM2N with my fast prime lenses and Fuji Velvia film? Not even close, does it compare to your run of the mill consumer digital camera? Sure, as long as you don’t plan on... [Read more]
Banyan Tree’s First City Club in Asia to Launch in Seoul
September 25, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
Singapore, 20 September 2007 —Singapore Main-Board listed Banyan Tree Holdings Limited (”Banyan Tree” or the “Group”), a leading developer, designer and operator of top-tier hotels, resorts, spas and galleries worldwide, today announced that it has signed a management contract for its first Banyan Tree branded city club development in Asia in vibrant and cosmopolitan Seoul, South Korea.
Situated... [Read more]
Bloggin Big Sur
September 24, 2007 | Written by Jason Fitzpatrick
So this is a first for me. I am actually writing a blog in my tent. I am camping in Big Sur this weekend with fellow In The Know Traveler Jesse Siglow and his wife. It’s been a beautiful day, and it just started to rain a little outside. The beauty of Big Sur has inspired writers from Henry Miller to Steinbeck to Kerouac. I am enjoying imagining what they might have written if they were hunting and pecking away on... [Read more]
An Evening At The Hollywood Bowl
September 24, 2007 | Written by Jason Fitzpatrick
Should you ever find yourself in Los Angeles make sure to check out the concert schedule at the Hollywood Bowl. Its a beautiful amphitheater perched in the hills above the busy Hollywood streets. I’m sitting here now as I write this, waiting for the Montreal based band Arcade Fire to go on stage. Even if you aren’t familiar with whoever is playing the bowl is a great experience. African drummers accompanied... [Read more]
More on Santorini
September 23, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
One of the great joys of traveling on a small island is the ability to explore the island. The logistics of getting from one place to another. For example, while driving anywhere in Greece can be a challenge, visitors can drive from Ancient Thera and the black sand beaches of Kamari through the largest city on the island, Fira, to the cliffs of Oia in less than an hour.
So whether by car or bus Santorini is an easy... [Read more]
Dessert Discovery: Santorini
September 23, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Put fresh ingredients, cutlery, and pans in my hands and expect a disaster. However, I have developed an educated palette over the years. I also know when something is so particularly delicious that I have no choice but to sing off of roof tops to offer well-deserved praises.
After strolling with my wife along the quaint pedestrian walkway of Oia on Santorini just after sunset, a local bakery drew my attention and,... [Read more]
What No One Tells You About Santorini
September 22, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
There is a rugged natural beauty to rocky cliff-side settings. Glistening water viewed from high up on a mountain edge is breathtaking no matter how over-used the word ‘breathtaking’ is. It is all so beautiful and inspiring.
However, if you are a traveler, like myself, that doesn’t have a joy when traveling up the steep side of mountain pass with a Greek taxi driver flying past other motorists on... [Read more]
Pizzaca/Pizzica
September 20, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Oops, I did it again! No, not the Britney Whatsherface song, just an ITKT oops. I wanted to take a minute to apologize to Italy and fine music lovers everywhere for the recent typo about the folk music called Pizzaca. Fortunately, this error was caught before too much damage was done — and the tar and feathers were brought to our doors.
As always, we... [Read more]
A Few Surprises in Athens
September 20, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Okay, I am officially surprised. I have been riding the metro, buying the shopping districts, enjoying the pistachios — found on a cart next to the subway staion sold by a toothless woman — and snacked on greek fast food, which can found on every street corner.
Athens is a great city.
In the next few weeks I will start detailing my experiences here and will include some of the best sites and stays... [Read more]
Miraculous Medellin
September 19, 2007 | Written by Jason Fitzpatrick
It’s hard to forget the images of burnt ruined buildings and assassination victims... [Read more]
Simple Pleasures In Foreign Lands
September 19, 2007 | Written by Jason Fitzpatrick
The French have a word for people watchers “Flaneur.” I’ve always liked that word, and definitely consider my self to be one. Its funny to me that one of my favorite things to do when I travel is something I do almost every day here in the Los Angeles. Find a cafe or coffee shop, sit and just take everything in. I’m not denying that a big part of this is my huge caffeine addiction, but truth be... [Read more]
Arrived in Athens
September 19, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
The eagle has landed in Athens, namely me. To be honest my expectations were low — I have heard some very mixed reviews. From my end, I always question why people don’t like a particular place. What is it exactly that bothers them? Is it the food, customs, hotels? In my experience, I rarely hear something that prevents a good time. If I were to guess, I’d say expectations of home don’t live up when... [Read more]
Malaysia Is a Growing Player in North American Tourism
September 18, 2007 | Written by ITKT Media Partner
LOS ANGELES – The Honorable Datuk Seri Tengku Adnan Tengku Mansor, Minister of Tourism, Malaysia, led a whirlwind Sales Mission tour through the United States and Canada from September 8—14, 2007. The tour started in New York, then continued in Canada’s Toronto and Vancouver, and concluded in Los Angeles last Friday evening.
What is Happening with ITKT?
September 18, 2007 | Written by Jesse
Hi all,
In case you are wondering what is behind the curtain at ITKT, here is a quick overview of who we are, where we are today, and where we want to go.
History
ITKT was started almost 2 years ago, and in that time we have been working diligently to get more writers on board, adding content ourselves, covering press trips, personal trips, all sorts of travel. Currently, we have over... [Read more]
On the Road to Delphi
September 18, 2007 | Written by Devin Galaudet
It became a game. I would zoom out my camera lens and try to get a good close-up of these odd little churches that sat on the road. When I say “little church,” I mean little churches. They say upon posts and were no more than a few feet high and less than that wide and they were everywhere.
I didn’t get too many good shots and the experience was more of a live video game than I desire to take a... [Read more]
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