Segway Tours
The revolutionary Segway was first seen in 2001. Now while it may not have taken off as fast as predicted, the clever two-wheeler has found its perfect role: as tourist transport.
Thanks to its adaptability and novelty it is loved all over the world, especially in San Francisco.
Hannah Williams of the San Francisco and Sausalito Electric Tour Company tells us more:
Why is a Segway the best way to see San Francisco?
“Segways are the best way to see the city because they are more
interactive and personable than a bus tour, and can cover more ground and are more informative than traveling by foot or bike.” read more
Ready, steady, cook!
There are few activities that bring people together better than cooking. But if your contribution is usually just drooling from the kitchen door, you really need to get more involved.
Eating it is one thing, preparing it another. And there’s massive satisfaction to be had from pulling of a tasty dish – and you get to enjoy it too!
Here, Raquel from A Pinch of Salt, a hands on cooking company, shares tips and experiences for the would-be cook.
A View From Sky River Helicopters
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Whether it’s for a birthday, anniversary or a Christmas Gift, a helicopter tour is a very special treat indeed.
Carol Wrenn, from Sky River Helicopters tells us more…
How long have you been flying for?
While Sky River Helicopters has only been in business for a year, our pilots have loads of experience, each with 1500+ hours of flight time. They are all commercial pilots as well as certified flight instructors.
What is it about flying that excites you?
Flying helicopters is a blast! It gives a total sense of freedom. We love seeing the reactions of people after going on one of our tours or learn to fly demos. The level of enthusiasm about helicopters and helicopter flying is great.
What should potential customers expect from one of your trips?
We offer a number of tours, such as a tour of NYC, Philadelphia tour, NJ shore tour, and Pocono tour. Each seat in the helicopter is a window seat so the views are terrific! We also offer sunset tours with champagne. It is very popular for couples and we have had several ‘pop the question’ in the back of our helicopters! read more
Who needs city maps when we’ve got GPS?
It looks as if the day of the good old city map has passed. Paper maps are big, clumsy to use, difficult to fold, and every time you try to get anywhere you always find yourself staring at a crease!
Tourists have long since relied on city maps, and in the bigger cities it’s normal for even cab drivers to have a map in their car.
So what changed? Well, technology has caught up with the map. With the help of built-in GPS (Global Positioning Systems) mobile phones are now providing directions, even finding out about traffic updates.
How does it work? GPS was devised for the military; it uses satellites orbiting high above the earth to help find a receiver’s (your phone’s) position on the ground.
What then happens is this data is integrated into mapping software; so with a quick browse of your phone you can find where you are, search for destinations and get directions for the fastest route possible. read more
Did Whales Come From The Land?
It’s hard to imagine a whale on land. And while we can distinguish between different species of whale, none of them have obvious characteristics that would help them out of the water. Yet here’s where it gets interesting: according to evolutionary theory whales, or their descendants at least, once walked on the earth.
It is thought that they may have evolved from a group of land mammals, the Mesonychids. read more
Why Great Ingredients Matter
Why great ingredients matter
Master chefs don’t use a magic wand. And just by making inspired combinations, they can’t guarantee any dish will taste special. So how do they do it?
Ask any dedicated cook or restaurant chef and they will tell you: it’s all about the ingredients. You can make lasagna for next to nothing if you select the cheapest mince and powdered bechamel, just don’t expect it to taste good.
Most chefs start their day read more
Railways: On a fast track to recovery
For a while the US train network attracted little interest: ignored by investors and consigned to the history books by travelers, it was as if its days were numbered. But, things are changing!
Investors are back. The multi-billionaire Warren Buffet staked his interest with a huge investment of $US 34 billion into railway firm BNSF back in 2009, and governments the world over are upgrading rolling stock. read more
Up, up, up and away
Helicopters can land just about everywhere, that’s their trick. Instead of needing a runway, a helicopter pilot can make do with a football pitch, or in cases of emergency, a street corner.
With helicopters it’s all about lift: vertical lift. Thanks to their spinning rotors, helicopters push air down, which in turn forces them up into the air.
It’s this that has made them so versatile. They make fantastic emergency vehicles, and can transport people and supplies to the remotest of places. read more
Dinner and A Show
There are few things more romantic than watching the sun set as you toast your love with champagne, especially when it’s over a gourmet dinner on a beautiful boat. Experiencegifts.com can suggest a buffet of cities and cruises to choose from, making date night a perfect night. Whether it’s a customized cruise dinner, or a fun evening with a show thrown in, there is something to suit every palate.
For a stylish evening, the gourmet dinner cruise on the waters of the New York harbor is perfect, especially considering the fantastic views that complement the sensational food. New Orleans whips out a steamboat and lets you travel back in time, leisurely drifting on the majestic Mississippi river. read more
Wheel it in
Admit it: Segways are geek chic. And no matter how much of a jock you are, you secretly want to whizz around on one. And not just from place to place. If you could have your way, you’d be surgically attached to one. Maybe even build a special garage for it, perhaps upgrade it faster than your iPhone. And if the dream of owning a Segway is still a distant reality, fill in the waiting period, with a Segway tour of your favorite US city. read more
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