Daily Radar: 07.22.09
- Scientists from the University of Washington have come up with a way to track the history and growth of the sequoia trees in Yosemite National Park. Check out this BBC video about how the scientists are studying the trees. For travel info about Yosemite, check out National Geographic Traveler's online guide and photo gallery to the park.
- The Jefferson County Sheriff's Office in Hillsboro, Missouri, has found one way to beat the recession--turn itself into a bed and breakfast. For one night, the sheriff's office is renting out the beds in its jail for $50 per person ($90 per couple) in hopes to raise enough money to buy new beds for its inmates. Guests will also get dinner, play games, take a mug shot, and get a t-shirt.
- Between August 18 and November 18, United Airlines is giving a 20 percent (and up) discount on Mileage Plus Saver Awards (i.e. domestic tickets will cost 20,000 miles instead of the usual 25,000). Tickets must be booked by this Friday, July 24.
Date: July 22nd, 2009 @ 09:00
Categories: Independent Travel
This post was originally posted by Janelle Nanos @ Intelligent Travel Blog.
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