The Jetpacker

Things You Don’t See Every Day: An 8-Ton Anubis Floating in the Bay

I spent the weekend in Seattle, and while I was there, I did all the usual Seattle things. I walked Pike's Market. I took pictures from the Space Needle. And I saw a giant 26-foot high, 8-ton status of Anubis floating on a barge through Portage Bay.

PHOTO: Space Shuttle Discovery’s D.C. Flyover

I was lucky enough to be in Washington, D.C., as the Space Shuttle Discovery flew over the city on the way to its new home, the Smithsonian’s National Air and Space Museum.

Where To Travel In March – The World’s Best (and Weirdest) Festivals, Concerts and Celebrations

Music, art, shamrocks, sled dogs, and a giant wooden phallus are just a few of the things you've got to check out this month.

Bachelorette Party in Las Vegas: Why I Finally Understand the Meaning of “What Happens in Vegas, Stays in Vegas”

Five friends and I recently descended on Sin City for a bachelorette party. Here are a few trip notes that managed to escape the confines of the city.

The World’s Best Chocolate Museums

Don't just buy your significant other chocolates on Valentine's Day. Take her to one of the 10 best chocolate museums in the world.

Greatest Invention Ever? A Suitcase That Turns Into a Scooter

Hammacher Schlemmer has come out with a suitcase that turns into a SCOOTER… so you can get to your gate faster.

A Breakdown of the Super Bowl XLVI Cities: New York vs. Boston

America's favorite pro-sports championship is coming up, so it's time break down some stats. You already know how the players match up, but what about the cities themselves? Here's all you need to know…

Wandering with the Wildlife in Cape Town

Lions and tigers and penguins, oh my! Take a tour of some of Cape Town's wildlife.

Italy is Travelers’ #1 Dream Vacation Destination for 2012

According to a new survey, the country we most want to visit this year is... Italy.

Where To Travel In December – The World’s Best Festivals, Parties and Celebrations

Christmas and New Year's Eve celebrations make December arguably the best month for travel. Here are the best places to celebrate the holidays internationally...