Rundown for the Week of March 18, 2000
St. Patrick's Day, Butte-Style
If you're looking for the best St. Patrick's celebration in the West,
with plenty of green beer and parading leprechauns, you should think
about a trip to the "Ireland of the West", Butte Montana. Though
Butte couldn't look less like Ireland's emerald shores, Celtic
heritage runs deep through generations who originally went there to
mine copper. It's a celebration Hal Cannon of the Open Road likes to
attend whenever he gets the chance.
The Mediocre Milliennium Dome
You know that scene in National Lampoon's Vacation when Chevy Chase
and his family stand along the rim of the Grand Canyon? They take a
deep breath, nod their approval, then jump back in the car so they
can get to the more important Wallyworld theme park? Well, that's
kind of how the British seem to feel about their new Millennium Dome.
Of course, they didn't expect much in the first place. Hear why the
Brits are so underwhelmed by their newest attraction.
Welcome to Casas Grandes
If you don't like the noise and crowds of big events, and you're
looking for an inexpensive getaway to a place rich with history and
culture, how about hopping into your car and heading south of the
border? The Savvy Traveler's Judie Fein found a hidden gem in Casas
Grades, Mexico where she takes us for a tour.
100 Things to do Before You Die
Our Host Rudy Maxa thought he got around. That was until he read Dave
Freeman and Neil Teplica's book, 100 Things to Do Before You Die:
Travel Events You Just Can't Miss. You won't believe the wacky stuff
these guys have done. Rudy finds out in this interview.
Dancing at Dawn in Beijing
Imagine dancing in China's early morning light. The steps may be not
be modern but the desire to dance in China is timeless. Find out
about one woman's waltz in Beijing.
Deal of the Week
Temperatures are getting warmer, but there are still some great deals
on airfare to Europe.
Question of the Week
Re-living Spring Break Memories
Travelers' Aid
Airline Strike!
Rudy's View
Taking technology for granted
Culture Watch
Celebrating the upcoming Vernal Equinox
Next Week
We go to Southern California: sunshine, swimming pools and most of
all, movie stars. You expect to see them everywhere you go in Los
Angeles, but celebs are much easier to spot when you have the right
guide.
"The house down here about quarter of a mile on the left used to be
Tom Jones', it is now Nick Cage's. Nobody knows that except the
records at City Hall and the maps that are up to date."
Come along as we find a road map to the stars. Maybe we'll spy
someone getting ready for the Oscars. And speaking of those awards,
next week we hear the films that have inspired you to travel. Then,
the antidote to your stressful week. You know you had one. These
days, between natural hot springs and full-service facilities, anyone
can spend a day in a spa without breaking the bank. I'll tell you all
about it, so get ready to relax, during next week's journey with the
Savvy Traveler.
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