Time is running out to get one of the best deals on the planet, the $10 lifetime pass to America's National Parks for those of us 62 and older. That deal vanishes soon, when the price jumps to $80, so get your pass now before the price increase goes into effect. It's first price increase for the Senior Pass since 1994. The new fee is part of a larger move to pay for major projects and … [Read more...]
UNESCO Adds 23 Biosphere Eco Sites Around the World
UNESCO has added 23 new Biosphere Reserves sites around the world, including four that straddle national boundaries, plus enlarging eleven others. Biospheres protect endangered environments, at the same time they are learning places for the sustainable use of natural resources. New and extended Biosphere Reserves are in every part of the world, from Europe and Africa to the Caribbean and the … [Read more...]
Scam Alert: Dynamic Currency Conversion
Scam alert: Dynamic Currency Conversion. It's the newest twist on foreign transaction fees, and the newest way way to rip you off when you travel. If an overseas trip on your summer getaway horizon it's worth knowing, or being reminded of, the best ways to avoid, or at least minimize, foreign transaction fees when you pay by credit card. Add-on fees are universally despised by travelers. Those … [Read more...]
Car Care Tips: Synthetic vs. Regular Oil
Synthetic or regular? Save money or get better performance? Save money or save the planet? Making an informed choice about oil changes just got easier, thanks to new research by AAA on the quality of engine oil. AAA found that synthetic oil outperformed conventional oil by an average of nearly 50 percent. That translates to significantly better engine protection for just $5 more per month when … [Read more...]
Fighting Climate Change One Project at a Time
Because of the momentous decision by President Trump to leave the Paris Accord climate change agreement signed by nearly 200 countries, we are publishing this round-up of recent stories here on ecoXplorer featuring how countries and companies are fighting climate change, one green, eco-friendly project at a time. SEE ALSO Best green hotels in USA, including LEED certified and Green Seal … [Read more...]
Trading Lawn Mowers for Goats in Negril, Jamaica
No kidding, the newest eco-friendly lawn mower at a popular resort in Negril, Jamaica is Betty the Goat, who nibbles s her way around the grounds and has become the star of the resort's weekly nature tour for guests. Betty is was introduced as part of an exchange through which the hotel shares its food waste with local pig farmers. It’s through eco-friendly arrangements such as this that Sunset … [Read more...]
Safe Driving Tips: How to Avoid Road Rage
The summer holiday driving getting underway means clogged roads and traffic jams, and road rage is a driving danger, along with drunk driving and distracted driving including texting while driving. These tips will help you avoid aggressive drivers, or become one yourself. All of us have gotten frustrated while driving at some point in our lives, and maybe even acted out by doing something … [Read more...]
Allegiant Air Offers Free Perks for Military
Low-cost carrier Allegiant Air has launched a special program of FREE perks for active and retired military and their families, including free checked baggage and priority boarding. National Guard and military reserve members and their dependents also get the perks. Under the new Allegiant Honors program, active and retired U.S. military passengers get the following services FREE - allof which … [Read more...]
Scam Alert: Chipotle Credit Card Breach
If you used a credit card or debit card to purchase anything recently at Chipotle Mexican Grill, you could be a victim of credit card fraud or identity theft. Chipotle is working with authorities to identify customers at risk. At issue is what Chipotle calls "malware" designed to steal information from customer credit cards and debit cards at certain Chipotle and Pizzeria Local restaurants, … [Read more...]
Reasons to Visit Manchester Now
Manchester is a wonderful city to visit, especially now when you can lend your support and friendship to a community torn apart by a madman. Here are some notes from my own recent visit to this historic and vibrant city a few years ago: Manchester is where local businessmen Charles Rolls and Henry Royce met in 1904, and agreed to start building and selling motor cars together. Rolls was the … [Read more...]
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