Northern Ireland: In the Footsteps of Finn McCool
Growing up with the surname of MCCOOL has advantages. It is my go-to ice breaker, I suppose. Yes, McCool really … Read more
Trip Report
San Francisco Stairways: Greenwich and Filbert Steps
On prior visits to San Francisco, I felt that I had seen all the major sights in the city. Looking … Read more
8 Great San Francisco Cheap Eats
San Francisco has some of the finest and most expensive restaurants in the world. The City also has a vibrant blending … Read more
Genealogy Travel: McCool homestead in Northern Ireland
Genealogy Travel Genealogy travel (trip to learn about or research family history) is one of my favorite purposes of travel. While I … Read more
Massive Deals at Unclaimed Baggage Center
About 2 million people fly on airplanes every day. A tiny fraction of passenger bags are delayed, misplaced, or damaged. … Read more
8 Great Reasons Train Travel Beats Flying
After hundreds of flights and dozens of train trips, I must say that there are many trips where train travel … Read more
Southwest Florida Back Roads Road Trip
My goal, as with most road trips, is to completely avoid interstate highways and find the most interesting roads (usually … Read more
McCool Travel Tip: Another Vacation Rental Advantage
Vacation rentals are one of my favorite travel value. Compared to hotels, vacation rentals (houses, condos, apartments) offer more space … Read more
Hertz Gold – Golden and Tarnished
Longtime McCool Travel followers and former students know that Hertz Gold is one of my favorite travel programs. Well over … Read more
Travel Tip: 6 Hour Airport Stopover, Salt Lake City
Long waits between connecting flights can be boring and frustrating. Most travelers remain in the airport–visiting restaurants or shops, reading, … Read more
Road Trip Travel: Southwestern North Carolina
Southwestern North Carolina offers excellent road trip opportunities to drive curvy roads, see incredible mountains and nature, and experience some … Read more
A Visit to White Sands National Monument
McCool Travel note: White Sands National Monument is now White Sands National Park. I recently visited one of my favorite … Read more