Me and the lady friend will be in Manhattan early Saturday until Monday morning. I’ve been there a number of times but it’s her first trip so I’m kind of at a loss as to what we need to hit. We have tickets to the new Shrek show on Broadway (thanks to my parents, who actually organized this whole trip) and we’re planning on seeing the American Museum of Natural History since I get in free with my Disney ID. We have a handful of other ideas but I wanted to see if any of you had any thoughts as to what she should see on her first trip.

Also, if anyone happens to be in the area and knows of a kick ass bar, let me know and maybe we’ll come buy you a beer.

About two weeks ago, my girlfriend and I flew up to Huntington, West Virginia to see the UCF vs. Marshall football game. She won a contest through ESPN 1080 here in Orlando and scored two free plane tickets, free hotel room for three nights, and free tickets to the game. It all sounded like a fantastic trip until we stopped and thought, “What the hell are we going to do in West Virginia for three days?” (more…)

As much as I complain about Florida’s heat and humidity, it sure is nice in the winter. Especially after sitting through a football game in 40 degree weather and having to board a plane outside with snow flurries. We’re back from our (free) trip to West Virginia to watch UCF beat Marshall. We met some amazing people and had more fun that we thought we would. I’ve got some stories that will soon make their way onto this site so stay tuned. First I have to go thaw my toes in the bathtub.

Foreword by Scott: In case you didn’t notice, this article is written by a dude named Drew. Drew is a long-time blogger and a bitchin’ photographer. His blog is called The BenSpark, but his name isn’t Ben. It’s Drew. Anyways, I’ll now turn it over (what it is, I have no idea, but I’m turning it over) to Drew.

Air travel used to be an event. People would get dressed in their best clothes to board planes to far off destinations for adventure and vacation. Today, however, air travel is a necessary evil for most people and a traumatic family event for others. The mystique and wonder of air travel has been lost. No longer do airlines cater to the needs of their patrons. To them you are a number and a butt in the seat of this dying mode of transportation. So how can you navigate the ever-changing whims of the FAA (Federal Aviation Administration or Federal Association of Assholes) and the TSA (Travel Safety Administration or Thousands Standing Around)? (more…)

Starting next month, Continental, Delta, Northwest, United and US Airways will all begin charging coach passengers around $25 to check a second bag in order to help offset ridiculous fuel prices. Even AirTran, the go-to budget airline, is going to begin charging $10.

Sounds to me like the airlines just need to figure out how to make some of that internet money.

[NY Times]