June 2009 Archive
Posted on June 30, 2009 in Photos
They may not be edible, but hot dog signs and storefronts are, it turns out, surprisingly satisfying. From the corn dogs to the life-size to the disturbingly lifelike, see the signs that gave us pause (and, well, paws)... Continue reading Funniest Hot Dogs Around the World: A Photo Tour
Posted on June 30, 2009 in Trip Ideas
They may have originated in Frankfurt, but what’s more all-American than a frankfurter? Chicago franks take three of our top 10 spots, making the Windy City top dog this summer—even if Coney Island gets all the attention come the Fourth of July... Continue reading 10 Best Places for Wieners This Summer
Posted on June 26, 2009 in Trip Ideas
For the first time since early 2008, longtime member berky is back, bringing us journals from down south in New England—south of berky’s Canada home, that is. We love her picks for things to do in North Conway, New Hampshire, among other places... Continue reading A Canadian in New England: berky's Favorite Places
Posted on June 24, 2009 in Trip Ideas
Joy S, IgoUgo’s favorite nomadic numerist, shares her newfound tips and hints for Mallorca, including how to channel former frequent visitor Agatha Christie. Thanks to Joy’s sleuthing (OK, sunning and sightseeing), this island’s no longer a mystery... Continue reading Joy S: Train, Tram & Driver's Delight on Mallorca
Posted on June 22, 2009 in Photos
The hype about Bora Bora is true, according to lauren27: “It really is as stunning as everyone says.” But you don’t have to take her word for it; her photos show how Bora Bora and French Polynesia captivate with shades of blue and green rarely seen... Continue reading Polynesia in Pictures, from lauren27's Dream Trip
Posted on June 19, 2009 in Trip Ideas
We always have ideas for weekend getaways, thanks to IgoUgo travelers’ advice, but this weekend brings one of the more generalized recommendations we’ve ever made: try somewhere in or near the Northern Hemisphere. Want something more specific?.. Continue reading 10 Great Places to Celebrate the Summer Solstice
Posted on June 17, 2009 in Trip Ideas
With more than 150 Mexico restaurant reviews to her name, Andariega is our south-of-the-border food expert. Since she’s visited nearly every eatery there, what was left for her to review? Second-floor restaurants, in a journal that’s second to none... Continue reading Rise & Dine: Andariega's Offbeat Mexico Journal
Posted on June 15, 2009 in Trip Ideas
We don’t think we’ve ever heard mh75 sound as incredulous as he does when he describes the “ballet” of “motorized mayhem” that is Phnom Pehn traffic. Still, he managed to jump on a tuc-tuc; tour; shop; and even, we assume, cross a few streets... Continue reading Dancing in the Streets, mh75 Takes on Phnom Penh
Posted on June 11, 2009 in Trip Ideas
Among the attractions tvordj has reviewed since her recent trip to England, one stands out for its bleakness, er, uniqueness: the so-called “plague village” of Eyam. Despite its darkly fascinating history, tvordj found it to be a “very pretty” place... Continue reading The Prettiest Plague Village tvordj's Ever Seen
Posted on June 10, 2009 in Trip Ideas
He spent his vacation looking at animals. The animals looked right back at him. And now we can’t stop looking at his safari journal. TravelingD’s trip comes alive as he says, “I never want to visit another zoo.” Neither do we, TravelingD... Continue reading TravelingD's Tanzania Safari Turns Heads
Posted on June 7, 2009 in Trip Ideas
We mean this in the best possible way: when sararevell writes a new journal, you know exactly what you’re getting. You get an informative, eloquent, and humorous look at a destination you’ve always wanted to visit. This time, behold Budapest!.. Continue reading A Guide to Budapest's Cafe Culture from sararevell
Posted on June 4, 2009 in IgoUgo Updates
You’ve toured and explored lots of places, we know. But here’s a tour you haven’t taken before: the all-new features of IgoUgo. We’re debuting some big changes today, and we’re excited to offer new ways to plan and share your travels... Continue reading IgoUgo Introduces a New Look and New Trip Tools
Posted on June 2, 2009 in Trip Ideas
Who better than Bangalore-based teacher ushakiran to school us on the secret hideaways of southern India? One of her first reviews describes the coffee fields and spice tours of India’s Orange County Resort in Coorg, a place she calls “sheer bliss.”.. Continue reading India's Orange County Spices Up ushakiran's Trip
Posted on June 1, 2009 in Trip Ideas
Brooklynite22 is back, starting both a journal about Nicaragua and a discussion about the merits of Managua. She says to skip it, but celestemy, who recently journaled about her third trip to the capital, recommends the city, especially for food... Continue reading Brooklynite22 & celestemy: Love or Leave Managua?