Crossing Worlds in Arizona
November 22, 2009 | Written by Virginia Foley
There are no passport checks, no immigration lines and no border patrol, yet to enter the remote desert land of Southeast Arizona is truly a crossing of worlds. This is where one of the oldest civilizations in North America lives, where ancient culture and traditions, spirituality and mythology form one continuous link from past to present.
If you are ready to leave behind our world of consumerism, excess, technology,... [Read more]
Art in the City, Denver
November 18, 2009 | Written by Jenny Block
Denver is a very arty city. A number of public art pieces can be found throughout downtown and the Denver Art Museum is massive. I only had the chance to check out the contemporary and modern floors, but I was, well, floored. They most memorable piece is an installation of a restaurant full of tables set for dinner all painted red. The floor, the walls, the vases on the tables, the chairs. Everything in the exhibit was... [Read more]
Fringe Dwelling in Provincetown
September 6, 2009 | Written by Jayne B. Stearns
Jutting into the Atlantic and looking from the air like an angry fist raised toward heaven, Provincetown (or Ptown), Massachusettes, is instead a haven for ethnic, artistic, religious and sexual tolerance. It is where the fringes of society become the majority and in addition, owns bragging rights to some of the best beaches and seafood in the World. It may be at the ‘end’ geographically, but it is first in many things... [Read more]
Celebrate Colorado’s History
July 26, 2009 | Written by ITKT Media Partners
Delta County, Colo. (June 30, 2009) – Colorado history and heritage are on
full and colorful display this fall at the 15th Annual Council Tree Pow Wow and
Cultural Festival at Confluence Park in Delta County, Colo., and you’re invited
to join in the fun. The festivities kick-off on Friday, Sept. 18 and run through
Sunday, Sept. 20, 2009.
Throughout this three-day celebration, attendees... [Read more]
The Indian Arts Cultural Festival
May 5, 2009 | Written by ITKT Media Partners
Cortez, CO. – The award-winning Ninth Annual Mesa Verde Country(R) Indian Arts and Culture Festival scheduled from May 22 through May 31, 2009, celebrates the archaeology and Native American culture of the Southwest. Festival highlights include a world-class juried Indian Art Market, Indian Dances, Navajo rug auction, special archaeological tours and exhibits, special performances of the outdoor drama: Black Shawl,... [Read more]
Roadtrip Culture Through the Eyes of England
May 3, 2009 | Written by Adam Breckenridge
It is not very often that I am able to do a road trip for the sake of a road trip. Road trips, for me, are usually a means to an end, a more leisurely and pleasant way to get from point A to point B than the stress of an airport, though all too often even leisure must go out the window for the sake of time. Either way, the small town shops, roadside scenery and other attractions have usually been a fringe benefit and not... [Read more]
Polynesian Cultural Center (video podcast)
April 29, 2009 | Written by Devin Galaudet
The Polynesian Cultural Center is located on the Eastern side of Oahu is Hawaiis most popular paid attraction. The Polynesian Cultural Center presents the talents seven peoples of the South Pacific including: Tahiti, New Zealand, Tonga, Hawaii, Fiji, Samoa, and Marquesas. While a definite tourist attraction, our own, Eileen Moran says, “Not tacky, beautiful people, a family show, and highest quality and best luau... [Read more]
Guam Celebrates (video podcast)
April 22, 2009 | Written by Devin Galaudet
Devin has a chat with Pilar Laguana of Guam Tourism who is celebrating 40 years of tourism. This is part of our video series that help travelers get to know a destination before they get there. For more on Guam at ITKT. This podcast was produced by Wayfarer... [Read more]
Solstice Festivals
April 21, 2009 | Written by Steve Smith & Christine Johnson
Solstice festivals were an intrinsic part of ancient life. From Stonehenge to Machu Pichu, these rituals celebrated the seasonal cycles of fertility and life’s renewal.
On a road trip through Southern Oregon this weekend I discovered that the ritual continues in modern life too. The Coyote Festival, held June 20th thru 22nd in Paisley, will celebrate the midsummer with 3 days of soak, sound, and sustainability... [Read more]
Alaska Turning the Big 5-0 (video podcast)
April 21, 2009 | Written by Devin Galaudet
The 49th state celebrates its 50th birthday of US statehood in 2009 and after a weekend of learning about all the festivities and great wildlife opportunities in Alaska, I had a chance to catch up with Ron Peck of the Alaska Travel Industry Association. In this interview, Ron let me know about some of the basics of visiting Alaska this year, which features festivals and discounts throughout the celebration.
For the... [Read more]
