Archive for the ‘United States’ Category

Bunk Up in Downtown Chicago on a Summer Beach Weekend (For Super Cheap)

By Patty Hodapp Deputy Editor Nestled on the south shore of Lake Michigan, Chicago’s soft-sand beaches, skyscraper skyline, and diverse culinary scene make the city the throbbing heart of the Midwest. So if you’re dying to ditch your cubicle or stuffy office for a weekend getaway, check out Chicago....

June 2nd, 2011 | Budget Travel, Chicago | Read More

Exploring Chicago like a local

By Katie Hammel Special to The Lost Girls As with any major city, Chicago rums the gamut from free and cheap to outrageously expensive. You could go all out, dining at only the best restaurants and spending hundreds on the city’s great attractions—or, with a little extra planning and effort,...

May 23rd, 2011 | Chicago, City Travel | Read More

Alternative Capital: 5 Lesser-Known Sights to Explore in Washington D.C.

By Susmita Baral LG News Intern Each spring Washington D.C. hosts the Cherry Blossom Festival that commemorates the friendship between the United States and Japan. If you’re not a local, then chances are you’ll want to make the most of your trip to the nation’s capital! While it’s easy to find...

May 20th, 2011 | City Travel, Tours & Attractions, Washington D.C. | Read More

Going Country: 8 Musical Venues to Visit in Nashville

Appropriately nicknamed “Music City, USA,” Nashville is home to a number of musical venues worth visiting. Country may lead the way but bluegrass and other genres have earned a following in Tennessee’s capital city. Here are eight places to learn some history, be surrounded by legends...

May 12th, 2011 | City Travel, Destinations, Ideas, Nashville, North America, Tennessee, United States | Read More

The Lost Girls Races: Tough Mudder Race Day

by Nancy Yeomans LG Air Travel News Editor We came, we mudded, we conquered. The Lost Girls Race at the Tough Mudder, Mount Snow, Vermont happened on Saturday, May 7. Our team of five Lost Girls bravely faced the 10-mile mountain course. Along the way we encountered 28 obstacles while trekking...

May 10th, 2011 | Extras, Fitness & Workouts, Vermont, Volunteering & Giving Back | Read More

Things to Do in Jacksonville (Besides Suntanning on the Beach)

By Patty Hodapp Deputy Editor Next time you’re planning a girlfriend getaway, head to Jacksonville, northern Florida’s underrated (and largely undiscovered) gem. Whether you’re a foodie, an art-lover, a shopaholic, or you just want to beach-bum for a weekend, Jacksonville has a lot...

April 28th, 2011 | City Travel, Florida, Tours & Attractions | Read More

New Orleans Travel Guide – NOLA Neighborhoods

by Alexa Brooks Lost Girls Social Media Coordinator New Orleans City Overview Laissez les bons temps rouler! Translated this means “Let the Good Times Roll.” One of the most amazing things about New Orleans is its people who are always out to have a good time and to enjoy all of what New Orleans...

April 21st, 2011 | City Guides, Featured, New Orleans | Read More

6 Hot Spots in Jacksonville’s Cuisine Scene: Where to Eat on a Floridian Girlfriend-Getaway

By Patty Hodapp Deputy Editor Forget Miami and Palm Beach: those Florida destinations are old news–everyone goes there. Next time you’re planning a girlfriend getaway, head to Jacksonville, northern Florida’s underrated (and largely undiscovered) gem. Whether you’re a foodie,...

April 21st, 2011 | City Travel, Florida, Food & Wine, Hotels & Resorts, Restaurant Reviews, Shopping & Style, Spa & Beauty, Tours & Attractions | Read More

The Lost Girls Races: Tough Mudder Preparation

by Nancy Yeomans LG Air Travel News Editor My Tough Mudder race is less than 3 weeks away. Our team of Lost Girls have been preparing and training to the best of our abilities to successfully finish this event. We’re all hoping the temperature warms up a bit here in New England before the big competition,...

April 19th, 2011 | Fitness & Workouts, Vermont | Read More

Air Travel News 3.29.11

by Nancy Yeomans LG Air Travel News Editor Look up in the sky! It’s a bird….it’s a plane! No….it’s your weekly air travel news! Here’s what’s happening in the world of aviation, from the ground up. Asleep At The Scope Yeah, we get that it’s not very busy...

March 29th, 2011 | Air, Air Travel News, Baltimore, Extras, Health & Safety, Travel Products & Services, Wifi & Internet Cafes | Read More