RudyMaxa.com: Archived Articles

May 13, 2008

Archived Articles:

A New Overseas Cell Phone Chip That Crosses Borders	May 2005
The Deal: SIM Allows Free Incoming Calls in All of Europe
Finding the Spa That's Right for You	March 2004
Our correspondent learns that not all spas are created equal.
The Triple Crown of Irish Hospitality	March 2004
3 over-the-top castles that make every guest feel like royalty.
Stylish Smaller Hotels in Boston, Where Prices Are Special, Too	March 2004
From Beacon Hill to Back Bay, these 11 hotels will charm you.
Booking a Hotel Room At a Good Price Now	March 2004
The strategy for buying a hotel room at the best rate.
Best Restaurant Discounter Introduces Hotel Options	February 2004
They have a new name, new deals--and competition.
Yes, You Can Be the Captain Of Your Own Yacht This Winter	February 2004
If you know how to sail, there are boats waiting.
Guess Who's Coming to Dinner?	February 2004
A great way to check out the local flavor.
Secret Places: Cape Grace Hotel, Cape Town, South Africa	February 2004

The Glories of a Baja Safari, Up Close and on the Water	February 2004
Seeing the tropics without the shuffleboard.
Chillin' Out in Quebec Proves Ice Can Be Fun	December 2003
We preview Winter Carnival and other Quebecois delights.
The Real Washington of TV's 'K Street'	December 2003
The show may be history, but these DC haunts are still hot.
Negotiating the Dazzle of Antwerp	December 2003
How to find the perfect stone in the world's diamond center.
Secret Places: Savannah's Gastonian	December 2003

The Brave, New World of Wireless Internet Access	December 2003
Rudy Maxa gets familiar with Wi-Fi, the road warrior's best friend.
The Transformation of Athens: An Olympian Accomplishment	November 2003
The world arrives at their doorstep in mid-August.
Germany's Christmas Markets	November 2003
Stollen, gluwein, gifts & ornaments--sure cure for holiday blues.
Winter, Spring Cruises: Bargains Galore	November 2003
Too many new ships means it's a buyer's market on the seas.
Staying in Touch on the Road	November 2003
Options are more plentiful than ever, but just as confusing.
Secret Places: Olympos, Karpathos, Greece	November 2003

Secret Places: 'Tween Waters Inn, Captiva Florida	October 2003

In the NE, The Cayuga Region Makes for a Lovely Fall Getaway	October 2003

Style & Solace Deep in the Heart of NC's Blue Ridge Mountains	October 2003
The lure of Asheville and its environs.
Got Wheels? Finding the Best Rental Deals	October 2003
With today's Internet options, everything's different.
The Web vs. Travel Agents: Finding Top Cruise Discounts	September 2003
Which way you steer depends on a boatload of factors.
Great San Francisco Hotels, Part 2: Grande Dames Get Facelifts	September 2003
Here's where to put your head in a bed with style.
Maryland's Bay Beacons	September 2003
Sept. 13 & 14, tour lighthouses that are normally off-limits.
When Is the Best Time To Purchase Travel?	September 2003
Rudy says timing can be everything.
Secret Places: Hix Island House in Vieques, Puerto Rico	September 2003

Secret Places: Beall Mansion in Alton, IL	August 2003

'Bama Bound: Finding Offbeat Beaches	August 2003
Alabama beaches have all the sun of Florida--without the crowds.
Tracking Down Fine Wines in the Finger Lakes	August 2003
No one's laughing anymore at upstate New York wines.
San Francisco Hotels Now: A Perfect Time to Check In	August 2003
Business is slow, Which means things are looking up for visitors.
Secret Places: The Hotel De Orangerie in Bruges, Belgium	July 2003

Why Should Kids Have All the Fun?	July 2003
Parents get in on the action at family camps & resorts.
Wright Brothers Centennial: Wing It to the Outer Banks	July 2003
The party on NC's coast continues through December.
Retiring in 18th-Century Style in Williamsburg's Historic Homes	July 2003
Fall asleep while being transported back in time.
The Joys of B&B-ing in Nova Scotia	June 2003
Halifax & its environs offer ocean drives & cozy places to stay.
Canada's Northwest Triangle: The Seductions of Vancouver	June 2003
The strong US dollar may put it on a your travel
Searching for the Soul of Memphis	June 2003
Welcome to the city that never stops rocking.
Secret Places: Cal Neva Resort in Crystal Bay, Nevada	June 2003

Forbidden Cuba�s Ins & Outs: A First-Time Visitor�s Primer	May 2003
Does the travel ban make Castro�s island even more appealing?
Heading to 'Lord of the Rings' Country in New Zealand	May 2003
Palm trees, grapevines and bungee jumpers
Seven Ways to Travel Smarter in Europe	May 2003
Making life easier on the road. Or the autobahn, peage, or autostrada.
Secret Places: Eastport, Maine	May 2003

Secret Places: Historic Hague	April 2003

Marching Through Military History in a DC Suburb	April 2003
Northern Virginia is more than another bedroom community.
Should You Travel Now? War, bankrupt airlines, fear of terrorism.	April 2003
Rudy Maxa asks, 'Could this be the best time to plan a trip?'
Culture and the Sea--Spending Three Great Days in The Hague	April 2003
Take time out from the bright (and red) lights of Amsterdam
Secret Places: Banyan Tree Seychelles	March 2003

Savoring the Culture &Cuisine Of the Newest Hot Place to Visit	March 2003
I went to New Zealand in search of wine & found so much more.
Our Correspondent Goes Golfing in Wales	March 2003
Don't Mind the Gorse...or the Cows
The World's Five Best Walks for 20003	March 2003
Shoulders back, eyes open - seeing the world in real time.
Southern California beckons winter-weary vacationers	February 2003
When searching for sun, don't forget the domestic option.
If Summer is Coming, It's Time for London Theater	February 2003
And local drama critic Ruth Leon tells us what's on.
The Glories of Small-Ship Cruising	February 2003
No shuffleboard or Vegas-style shows-just access & exclusivity.
Your Money and Travel - The New Rules	February 2003
How to protect yourself from the falling dollars and the bad guys.
Secret Places: Kinnaird Estate, in Perthshire, Scotland	February 2003

Aruba's Best Places to Stay	January 2003
How to choose the right hotel in the sun.
The Tao of Taos	January 2003
New Mexico's celebrated art colony infuses local culture.
Secret Places: Trick Dog Caf� in Irvington, Virginia	December 2002

Renting a Summer House On Beautiful Cape Cod	December 2002
Beaches, lobster rolls, ice cream, and other simple pleasures.
Tours to Wet Your Whistle	December 2002
Where to drink in your favorite (mostly nonalcoholic) beverages.
Washington County: Texas Born and Bred	December 2002
Between Houston & Austin lies a haven of rural sophistication.
The New Airline Realities: Why Everything Has Changed	November 2002
Here's how to choose airlines, buy tickets, and travel smarter.
The Flavors of Santa Fe: A Visitor's Guide	November 2002
More than chiles spice up a visit to the Queen of the Southwest.
Turkish Delights: Four Great Days in Istanbul	November 2002
Safe, inexpensive, and intriguing, Turkey's capital enchants.
Secret Places: Castle Hill Inn & Resort in Newport, Rhode Island	November 2002

Secret Places: Baltimore's Quirkier Side	October 2002

Canals: Beyond Venice and Amsterdam	October 2002
One of the prettiest towns in Belgium invites long walks along the water.
Kiwi Fun: New Zealand's Wacky Sports	October 2002
Why not roll down a hill inside an inflatable ball or float through a cave?
Special Paris Hotels Under $200 a Night	October 2002
You don't have to spend a bundle to stay in a lovely neighborhood.
With Velvet Curtains & Polished D�cor, Drinking Comes of Age in Vegas	September 2002
Where to hang in style in one of America's most popular tourist attractions
Cheers! Beer, Bratwurst, & Polka at American-style Oktoberfests	September 2002
You don't have to visit Germany to soak up bier & oom-pah-pah music
Washington, DC's New Hotel Scene: Pet Goldfish & Lots of Red	September 2002
DC sheds its stodgy image as new hotels & nightclubs add some pizzazz.
Secret Places: Talliores, France	September 2002

The Buzz about Nokialand	August 2002
More than mobile phones put Helsinki on the map.
Sicily's Cities: Taormina and Siracusa	August 2002
Experience all the island's charms in these two beautiful places.
Passports: The New Rules -- And How to Get One in a Day	August 2002
There are some details you need to know.
On a Budget in London? Consider a Dorm Room	August 2002
It won't be the Ritz, but you'll save a pocketful of pounds.
Secret Places: Llangoed Hall in Llyswen, Brecon, Wales	August 2002

Secret Places - The Bells of Peover	July 2002

Keys to Saving on Educational Travel	July 2002
If you're smart about it, you don't have to pay a bundle for a cultural tour.
Behold the Meandering Mosel: Combining a Love of Wine With Travel	July 2002
Germany's premier wine destination has something for every palate.
The Insider's Guide to Shopping for Travel Insurance	July 2002
When you should buy it, what it covers, and what it doesn't.
Renting a Car in Europe: Secrets You Need to Know	June 2002
Rules, hidden fees....it's not just Italian drivers you have to worry about.
The Very Best Way to Visit the Normandy Beaches	June 2002
A practical guide to help enrich a D-Day pilgrimage.
Shoppers' Alert: The Best Attack Plan for the Premier Paris Flea Market	June 2002
At Marche aux Puces, you'll find antiques, artifacts & 2nd hand treasures.
Secret Places: Chateau du Baffy in Normandy, France	June 2002

Secret Places: The Point, Upper Saranac Lake, New York	May 2002

Surf's Up in the Midwest: Hitting the Beach...in Wisconsin?	May 2002
Door County has 250 miles of shoreline to cool you down.
Raising the Curtain on London's Summer Theater	May 2002
What's on -- and the best way to reserve seats before they sell out.
Secret Places: Dunmore Beach Club, Harbour Island, The Bahamas	April 2002

Get More for Your Money in Madrid	April 2002
Five hotels where you don't have to spend a bundle for quality digs.
Diving in Egypt	April 2002
Secrets of the Red Sea
Top Spas in the Midwest	April 2002
From Ayurveda to aromatherapy, these 4 offer treatments worth the trip.
Discount European Airlines' Soaring Appeal	April 2002
Hop aboard Aero Lloyd, easyJet, buzz or Basiq Air .
Romantic Private Cottages	March 2002
Five perfect spots to refresh & indulge at the most reasonable of prices.
The Ancient Port of Rome: Ostia Antica	March 2002
When in Rome, do as the ancient Romans did and avoid the crowds
How Do You Find the Cheapest Air Fare?	March 2002
Rudy answers the question he receives most often.
Secret Places: Carradale Hotel, in Argyll, Scotland	March 2002

What B&B Guidebooks Don't Tell You (But Should)	February 2002
Is that glowing review simply 'a message from our sponsor?'
The Very Best Flower Shows in the World	February 2002
Live a little--smell the roses!
No Worries, Mate - In Australia, It's the Year of the Outback!	February 2002
Ride a camel, eat emu p�t�, race a boat on a dry riverbed & much more.
Secret Places: The Soup Nazi in Tsukiji, Japan	February 2002

Secret Places: Corrie ten Boom House, in Haarlem, the Netherlands	January 2002

Top Ten Things to Do in Las Vegas	January 2002
Or, what to do when the house takes all.
Disabled Travelers: Adventure Trips Are Now Within Reach	January 2002
No need not to hit Alaska's dogsled trails or Costa Rica's rainforests!
This Year, High Season Is High Time For a Vacation in the Caribbean	January 2002
The decline in travelers means resorts are making hard-to-resist offers.
Exceptional US Lodging Deals This Season	December 2001
The drop-off in travel yields a spate of bargains. Don't miss them.
Bless You! Staying Healthy on the Road	December 2001
Protecting yourself from the most common diseases & accidents.
Secret Places: Lower Slaughter Manor, the Cotswolds, England	December 2001

Mexico City: Where Three Cultures Merge	December 2001
Don't let stories of crime deter you from visiting south of the border.
The Best Places in Europe Right Now	November 2001
Excerpts from Rudy's travel notebooks.
Quebec City: France Without the Attitude	November 2001
And without the francs! Shop where the US dollar goes a long way.
Budapest: Central Europe's City of Music	November 2001
You don't need to plan ahead to hear a different concert every night.
Secret Places: La Roseraie in Marrakech, Morocco	November 2001

Why You Should Travel Now	October 2001
Rudy responds to the attacks of September 11th.
Rising Above the Fear of Flying	October 2001
Even in the best of times, getting on a plane can be difficult for some.
Spain's Wine Country Awaits the Arrival of Your Palate	October 2001
Aficionados of the grape flock to vineyards near Barcelona
A Day Trip to Richmond	October 2001
Only two hours from Washington DC, Virginia's capitol is rich in US history
Secret Places: L'Approdo da Felice in Portofino, Italy	October 2001

How to Rent a Villa in Italy	September 2001
Follow these pointers and you'll be living like a native in no time.
New York's Best Bargain Boutique Hotels	September 2001
Places to stay that boast distinctive personalities for $80 to $300 a night.
Secret Places: Lummi Island in Washington State's San Juan Islands	September 2001

The Glories of Apple-Harvest Days	September 2001
Welcome autumn with a bushel of crisp, freshly-picked apples.
Europe's Off-the-Beaten-Path Castles, Palaces	August 2001
Five royal gems you may never have heard about.
Serendipity in the South of France	August 2001
Languedoc has chateaux, beaches, mountains, history & few tourists.
Three Key Ways to Save on Eurostar	August 2001
The fast train from London to Paris doesn't have to be expensive
Cooking Up a Vacation, Italian Style	August 2001
Cooking schools vary widely. Here's how to narrow your choice.
Secret Places: The Inn at Easton, in Easton, Maryland	August 2001

Taking A Seat In the Front of the Plane	July 2001
Or How to Ride in Business & 1st-Class for Less
Secret Places: Floyd, Virginia	July 2001

How to Survive a Trip With Your Teen	July 2001
Beating the 'Are we there yet?' and 'I'm bored' blues.
A Guide to Oxford Pubs	July 2001
Or: 'Five reasons we should drink'
Fairytale Tallin	July 2001
Visitors discover Estonia's romantic capital.
Secret Places: Kapawi Ecolodge, Ecuador	June 2001

All About Airfare & Hotel Consolidators	June 2001
And why they might be your answer to low-fare tickets & cheap rooms
Western Loudoun's Rural Landscape - It's Not Your Falther's Farm	June 2001
Llamas, emus, water buffaloes & goats graze in the shadow of the Blue Ridge Mountains.
A Guide to Guidebooks	June 2001
Don't know Frommer's from Fodor's, or Michelin Green from Red? Read this.
Secret Places: Nauvoo, Illinois	May 2001

Head To The Front Of The Plane	May 2001
Creative ways to avoid the dreaded middle seat in coach.
Learning A Language With The Locals	May 2001
Joining life in a small Italian town means class never ends.
To the Good Life: A Toast to Santa Barbara County	May 2001
Tour California's 'other' wine-producing county
The Gardens of Argyll	May 2001
Horticultural gems on Scotland's Wild West Coast
Beyond 'Ocean's 11'	April 2001
Las Vegas isn't all a gamble. Enjoy the best of the city without risking a dime.
The Best of Rio For $100 A Night Or Less	April 2001
Hotels that capture the spice of the city at down-to-earth prices.
Getting 'Comped' At Casinos	April 2001
In Las Vegas - or almost any other US casino town - freebies are waiting for you.
Fast Tips On How To Avoid Flight Delays	April 2001
With labor problems brewing, this might be another summer of discontent.
Secret Places: Bussaco Palace, Portugal	April 2001

Ireland's Lively Temple Bar	March 2001
It's a neighborhood, not a saloon. And this 'Greenwich Village of Dublin' is the place for 'craic'
Stockholm: Beauty on Water	March 2001
Water is always magical, but when it's clean and all around you, you must be in Sweden
Secret Places: Ein Mabu's, Israel	March 2001

A Bite Out of the Big Apple	March 2001
A company called Savory Sojourns ventures beyond Manhattan to find great eats
Australia's Newest Wine Country	February 2001
Wine tours make fun vacations--here's a new playground
Secret Places: The Manor in New Delhi, India	February 2001

Phoning Home from Abroad	February 2001
Yes, now you can carry a cell phone that works in the US as well as overseas
Vietnam From Five Perspectives	February 2001
How you see Vietnam is as important as what you see
Secret Places: Houston's Trail's End Restaurant in Kanab, Utah	January 2001

Picture Perfect	January 2001
After a summer of watching tourists photograph Europe, Rudy Maxa offers four rules for good pics
The Best of Bali for $120 a Night or Less	January 2001
From famous-name hotels to tranquil temple retreats, there�s a getaway spot for every budget
The Cultural Coast of St. Petersburg	January 2001
From Dali to Kennedy, Florida city offers more than just sun
Paris Bistros: Sublime Fare, Divine Prices	December 2000
With the dollar fetching nearly eight francs, aren't you getting hungry?
The Grand Old Hotels of Colorado	December 2000
The perfect getaway: Clean air, hot springs, and historic accommodations
Northern Portugal's Rich Mix Of Religion, Culture And Music	December 2000
From cosmopolitan Lisbon to spiritual Fatima, an untapped tourist destination
Secret Places: Amble Down Brook B&B in Hall, New S. Wales, Australia	December 2000

Giving the Gift of Travel	December 2000
December holiday shopping made easy--really!
The Hot Way to Escape a London Winter	November 2000
Taking off the chilly edge by taking afternoon tea
Secret Places: Amanjiwo in Central Java, Indonesia	November 2000

Perfection in Palm Springs	November 2000
Retro, romantic and sunny. Here's how to spend a week in a southern California paradise
Tunnel Vision in Seattle	November 2000
Tour one of America's most delightful cities easily by public bus--for free!
Amsterdam's Elusive B&Bs	October 2000
A good night's sleep in one of Europe's liveliest cities
Multi-Cultural Toronto	October 2000
A patchwork of ethnic neighborhoods beckons
Heavenly Destinations	October 2000
Cemeteries worldwide that are worth a visit
Secret Places: Scotland's Knipock Country House Hotel	October 2000

The Other Sydney	September 2000
Life Beyond the Olympics
Secret Places: Irish hospitality at Hunter's Hotel	September 2000

Seeing Russia the Easy Way	September 2000
Here's a cruise destination that might be news to you!
Frequent Flyer Cards	September 2000
The fastest ways to rack up miles
Top Spas for Bottom Dollar	September 2000
How to beat the high cost of self indulgence
Secret Places: Domaine de Bournissac, Provence, France	August 2000

Pet-Friendly Places	August 2000
Hotels and motels that welcome your furry friends
The Four Successful Keys to Family Travel	August 2000
How to stay sane on a summer road trip with kids--from a dad who knows!
Getting Married Abroad	July 2000
How to tie the knot without a hitch.

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