8/31/2017 0 Comments A Fair Reason to TravelI wrote an article for Hashtag West Virginia highlighting the State Fair of West Virginia a couple of weeks ago which reminded me of the many charms of the state fairs.
For budget-conscious families, state fairs offer affordable dining and fun close to home, and the fall is one of the best times to visit the state fair. The crisp air carries the scents of fresh-picked, farm-fresh food and the chance of sunburn decreases as you watch the horse, dog, and demolition displays from the grand stands. Munch on funnel cake and giant cinnamon rolls as you browse the crafts, stained-glass, and needlework of the state’s residents. Take your sweetheart on a ride around the Ferris wheel for a bird’s eye view of the activity and try to win larger-than-life stuffed animal prize at the ring toss. Give your kids a taste of old-fashioned pleasures such as fiddling, square dancing, and hay rides. And state fairs can be one of the best (and one of the most affordable) places to hear the biggest names in country music. This Labor Day weekend and fall, make time to go to the fair. All over America, the good times are rolling. State Fairs - Fall 2017 New York State Fair August 23 – September 4, 2017 Alaska State Fair August 24 - September 4, 2017 Maryland State Fair August 24 - September 4, 2017 Minnesota State Fair August 24 - September 4, 2017 Nebraska State Fair August 25 - September 4, 2017 Oregon State Fair August 25 - September 4, 2017 Colorado State Fair August 25 - September 4, 2017 New Hampshire State Fair September 1 - 4, 2017 Washington State Fair September 1 - September 24, 2017 New Mexico State Fair September 7 - 17, 2017 Kansas State Fair September 8 - 17, 2017 Oklahoma State Fair September 14 - 24, 2017 Massachusetts State Fair September 15 – October 1, 2017 Virginia State Fair September 29 - October 8, 2017 Arizona State Fair October 6 -29, 2017. Arkansas State Fair October 12 - 22, 2017 Georgia National Fair October 5 - 15, 2017 South Carolina State Fair October 11 - 22, 2017 North Carolina State Fair October 12 - 24, 2017 Louisiana State Fair October 26 - November 5, 2017 Alabama National Fair October 27 - November 5, 2017
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8/23/2017 0 Comments Tainted Booze In Mexico...Many people who travel overseas are looking for relaxation—to sunbathe on the gorgeous Jamaican beaches, to lounge at a Mexican resort. These are generally safe destinations, right? While I love soaking up the beauty of the Caribbean, I was alarmed to see a popular hotel chain in Mexico had reportedly several incidents with guests involving tainted alcohol. Considering the recently uncovered information about tainted alcohol by suppliers being sold to resorts in Cancun the Riviera Maya, I cannot recommend traveling to this part of the world now. State Department Issued Travel Warning The U.S. State Department has cautioned travelers in Mexico about allegedly tainted alcohol, and many are wondering if it’s safe to have a margarita or even travel south of the border at all. According to an August 15 article in Time, authorities cracked down on 31 resorts, restaurants and nightclubs in Cancun and Playa del Carmen. They discovered these tourist hot spots were receiving unsanitary alcohol from an illicit manufacturer. Are the resorts culpable? It sounds to me like they purchased alcohol they believed to be perfectly safe. Should resorts do more testing? Yes, it sounds like they should. After all, they are ultimately the ones responsible for the alcohol being served by to their guests. It also does not appear as though individual resort employees were responsible. While I am not here to blame, I believe the responsibility is with Mexican authorities who need to do more to protect resorts by enforcing alcohol manufacturing and distribution laws. A Sobering Reminder The warning came after a Milwaukee Journal Sentinel investigation about a U.S. citizen who died on a family vacation in a resort’s pool. Other tourists reported blacking out after drinking at other resorts in Mexico. Details are still unfolding, but the warning highlights the need for travelers to drink in moderation, especially when outside the country, and to look out for others. In the meantime, head to the Caribbean or take a cruise. If you must travel to Mexico, here are a few tips to help keep you safe. Safety Tips for Your Mexican Resort Vacation Knowing what you can do to be alert and safe can help you have a good vacation.
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AuthorI am on a mission to get you traveling more often. As the host of the Emmy award- winning, nationally syndicated television television for PBS and the Create channel, "Beyond Your Backyard," I travel (on average) 25 weeks per year. I am very grateful for the opportunity to meet cool people, experience new places, eat delicious food and work with the best production crew in the world. Hopefully, through this blog, you will join me on my travels and be reminded just how exciting it is to be alive! CategoriesAll Airlines Car Rental Roadtrips Cooking & Recipes Cruises Family Travel Inspiring Lodging Places - Caribbean Places Europe Places Mexico Places US Planning Ways To Die Archives
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