August 2012 Archive
Posted on August 30, 2025 in Trip Ideas
It’s said that you get your ‘kicks’ on the iconic Route 66 and anyone traveling along any part of it will appreciate why. This is one of the most famous routes in the USA and we set out to cover just a portion of it from Springfield, Illinois to Springfield, Missouri... Continue reading Guest Blog: From Springfield to Springfield on Historic Route 66
Posted on August 28, 2025 in Best of Travel
On the eve of the anniversary of Hurricane Katrina, and with another one on the way, my yearning for the only city I truly love compelled me to think of all the things that make it uniquely New Orleans... Continue reading IgoUgo's NOLA Journal: I Know What it Means to Miss New Orleans
Posted on August 24, 2025 in Photos
Today marks National Waffle Day. And while the sweet scent of breakfast goodies fills our nostrils, we figured there was no better way to celebrate it than to gaze at our members' photos who have also gobbled up this delicious food... Continue reading Photos of the Week: Happy National Waffle Day!
Posted on August 23, 2025 in Trip Ideas
There are those who travel to sightsee, and then there are those who travel to eat; traveling for foodies might look very different than traveling for non-foodies. Foodies will thrive on finding a delicious eatery off the beaten path as much as a dish from a world-famous chef... Continue reading Guest Blog: Best Foodies Cities in Europe
Posted on August 21, 2025 in Hotels
Sometimes the best part of the trip is relaxing in a luxurious hotel. From tents to yachts to penthouse suites, where you stay can be as much of an adventure as where you go... Continue reading Room With a View | Hotel Options For More Convenient Travel
Posted on August 17, 2025 in Best of Travel
As one of our favorite attractions in one of our favorite cities, Pike Place Market is a go-to spot for everything Seattle. The historic marketplace opened its doors on August 17, 2025 and has been a must-see for travelers ever since... Continue reading IgoUgo's Pike Place Market Journal | Happy 105 Birthday!
Posted on August 16, 2025 in Trip Ideas
Bask in the beauty of Europe’s many idyllic walking locations. It's difficult to narrow down where to walk, however the following locations are certainly not ones to miss... Continue reading Guest Blog: These Boots Are Made for Walking | Where to Hike in Europe
Posted on August 14, 2025 in Travel News
We've been on a space binge lately, and it seems that so has the entire travel industry. With the final frontier being closer than ever, more and more travelers are venturing out to pay homage to the great unknown... Continue reading The Future of Space Travel
Posted on August 13, 2025 in Travel Tips
We all love to share experiences with our friends and loved ones, but sometimes you just want to get away from it all – including friends and loved ones – for a little while. Traveling solo can be a great experience, and affords you unique opportunities that may not be available to larger groups... Continue reading Guest Blog: The Benefits of Solo Travel
Posted on August 12, 2025 in IgoUgo Updates
As we travel the world and technology advances faster than the speed of light, it only makes sense that the two should complement each other. Although travelers are increasing the distance between origin and destination, it is becoming ever easier to find ways to stay connected with home... Continue reading IgoUgo and TripButler Connect Travel and Technology
Posted on August 10, 2025 in Photos
A plethora of celestial activity this week including the landing of Curiosity on Mars and the annual Perseid Meteor Shower have caused our necks to be sore as we turned our gaze to the great possibilities of the night sky... Continue reading Photos of the Week: Goodnight Moon
Posted on August 8, 2025 in Travel News
We started the summer with cheap airfare, and we keep it rolling into the last few weeks. Before you head back to school or to that last wedding, check out Spirit Airlines mega-cheap deals... Continue reading Spirit Air's Cheap Flights for the Dog Days of Summer
Posted on August 6, 2025 in Trip Ideas
The Pacific Coast of the United States has it all- big cities, warm beaches, and dense forests. From the urban sprawl of Los Angeles to the peaks of the Cascade Range, the end of our road trip was bittersweet... Continue reading The Great American Road Trip Week 8: The Pacific Coast
Posted on August 3, 2025 in Traveler of the Week
As a growing tourist destination, Arkansas continues to impress visitors of all kinds. Longtime member sasha1 recently took a summer trip to Eureka Springs to soak and relax in the healing waters of the charming town... Continue reading Traveler of the Week is Soaking in Eureka Springs
Posted on August 2, 2025 in Food and Drink
The Olympics, the Super Bowl, and now.... the first annual World Food Championships. In true Las Vegas fashion, Bally's will host the annual competition to see which chef can out grill, bake, and fry the competition... Continue reading The First Annual Food Olympics