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From food to discoveries, Lane documents his favorite destinations and the things that make them unique
My Instagram Top 10: Christmastime in the Crescent City
The Big Easy’s intoxicating spirit is unlike few places in America. Click here to see some of my favorite stops in New Orleans.
Thousands of stunning holiday decorations transform historic hotel lobby into ‘Waldorf Wonderland’
It’s not Christmastime in New Orleans until the lights shimmer in the iconic Roosevelt Hotel. In a tradition dating back to the 1930s, the historic hotel’s block long lobby is transformed into the Waldorf Wonderland, an elegant display of holiday decorations that draw crowds of visitors from around the world. Colors of white, red, gold…
World’s largest airport chaplaincy provides peace in busy DFW Airport
At the start of the holiday travel season, countless East Texans will be among the passengers navigating crowds at Dallas-Fort Worth International Airport. Despite the airport being one of the busiest places on Earth, people are finding their faith inside one of the five DFW Airport interfaith chapels. “You don’t ever know how travel is…
Oklahoma boasts ‘tallest hill’ in the world
Poteau, Oklahoma claims to be home to the tallest hill in the world. Located on the far eastern side of the state, the elevation of Cavanal Hill’s summit is 1,999 feet. According to the local chamber of commerce, geographical features 2,000 feet or higher are typically classified as mountains. Whatever you want to call it,…
WATCH: Fireworks over Berlin’s Brandenburg Gate
Click here to watch the fireworks celebration on the 30th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall.
Thousands gather at Germany’s Brandenburg Gate to celebrate anniversary of Berlin Wall falling
On the historic night of November 9, 1989, East and West Germans danced together on top of the Berlin Wall. Hours earlier, anyone crossing the border would have been shot by GDR state security. 30 years later, a crowd of 100 thousand returned to Berlin’s historic Brandenburg Gate, which was once surrounded by the wall,…
WATCH: Historic 3D video projected on Berlin buildings
Click here to watch scenes of 1989 projected on buildings to bring history alive.
Historical group explores, documents Cold War stories from Berlin’s underground
Escaping the surveillance and oppression of the East German government during the Cold War often came at great risk. The impressively complex and often dangerous acts of desperation are highlighted in a series of tours organized by a group of Berliners who work to explore and preserve the history of the city’s underground. The Berliner…
Art installation sends ‘wishes’ fluttering over post-Wall Berlin
Freely moving in the wind, independent, yet seemingly in harmony, 30-thousand ribbons dance in front of the Brandenburg Gate, Germany’s most visible symbol of unity. The vision of American artist Patrick Shearn and his studio Poetic Kinetics, a massive public art display drapes the setting for one of Germany’s biggest celebrations in years — the…
WATCH: Covering the 30th anniversary of the fall of the Berlin Wall
Click this video to learn more about the dark history of post-World War II divided Germany.
WATCH: Fall colors in bloom at America’s largest rose garden
Click here to take a tour of the eye-popping colorful blooms at the Tyler Rose Garden.
WATCH: Exotic butterflies take flight at the Cockrell Butterfly Center
Click here to watch exotic butterflies fly free throughout the Houston Museum of Natural Science.
WATCH: The Buffalo River, one of America’s most scenic waterways
Click here to watch highlights from my kayaking trek in northern Arkansas.
WATCH: An exciting afternoon on Lower Mountain Fork River
Rain or shine, the Lower Mountain Fork River near Broken Bow, Oklahoma is an exciting adventure in a gorgeous setting. Click to watch.
WATCH: Amazing marine life at Dallas World Aquarium
Click here for a fascinating look at marine life at the Dallas World Aquarium.
Walk on the wild side at Tyler’s Caldwell Zoo
Caldwell Zoo in Tyler, Texas recently welcomed two new African elephants to its family of more than 3,400 animals from around the world. The 85-acre park first opened to visitors in 1953 and has grown considerably in the decades since. Open seven days a week, the zoo is an ideal destination for families, school groups,…
Climbing through a boulder field is worth the view from Arkansas’ Pinnacle Mountain
Leave your Carabiners, harnesses, and belay devices at home, because climbing a mountain is possible for beginners in Central Arkansas. Reaching the summit of Pinnacle Mountain, located northwest of Little Rock, is challenging to the say the least. But little more than sturdy shoes, appropriate clothing, and perhaps a bottle of water is needed to…
Ducks, geese make winter home in Southwest Louisiana’s marshland
Hundreds of thousands of ducks and geese spend their winters in the pristine marshes and prairies of Southwest Louisiana. Located at the confluence of two of the four major North American flyways, the Creole Nature Trail All-American Road is a 180-mile journey through one of America’s ‘Last Great Wildernesses,’ according to the Lake Charles Convention…
My Instagram Top 10: Natural wonders of western Oregon
The Columbia River Gorge is spectacular canyon where the Columbia River cuts through the Cascade mountains in western Oregon. Click here to see my favorite photos.
WATCH: Fall colors arrive in Oregon’s Columbia River Gorge
Click here to admire the Fall colors in Oregon’s Columbia River Gorge.
WATCH: Haystack Rock disappears in Oregon’s Pacific coast fog
Click here to watch Oregon’s iconic Haystack Rock disappear in the coastal fog.
WATCH: A look around the National WWII Memorial
Click here to take a tour of the memorial dedicated to the Americans who served during World War II.
WATCH: Navigating Hong Kong’s Victoria Harbour and Central District
Click here to see how rainy night turns Hong Kong’s urban jungle into a serene setting.
WATCH: Views from atop Victoria Peak in Hong Kong
Click here to enjoy the view from Hong Kong’s Victoria Peak, the island’s most popular destination.
Ceramics Museum showcases evolution of international manufacturing in China’s Pearl River Delta
Forty years after the start of China’s reform and opening up to the world, Dongguan, located along the Pearl River Delta, has emerged as one of the country’s most important manufacturing centers. The country’s tenth largest city is home to more than 30 thousand businesses, including many with a focus in the manufacturing of electric…
China banking on neutron source facility in strategic emphasis on technology, manufacturing
China’s ambitions in technology leadership could rely heavily on the success of projects the newly-opened China Spallation Neutron Source (CSNS), the first neutron source facility in a developing country. Only six such research facilities exist, including others in the U.S., Japan, U.K., Switzerland, and Sweden. The 1,000-acre government-funded complex is located in Dongguan City, the…
WATCH: Beautiful sunrise over Dongguan, China
Click here to watch a colorful sunrise over one most important manufacturing hubs in China.
WATCH: Tourists flock to Chinese Riviera, Zhuhai Opera House
Click here to listen to an impromptu concert outside the Zhuhai Opera House.
Canton Tower stands tall as China’s modern architectural, engineering feat
As one of China’s three most populous cities, Guangzhou is a significant manufacturing and transportation hub, as well as a popular tourist destination. The city’s attractions draw more than 100 million visitors each year, many flocking to the Canton Tower. At 1,969 feet tall, it’s the tallest tower in China and third tallest in the…
Despite crowds, Beijing’s subway system is calm, clean, efficient
As the world’s third most-populous city, getting around in Beijing takes some planning. For example, the city’s 21 million residents are only allowed to drive their vehicles in designated sections of the city. In an effort to curb pollution, a system is also in place to regulate which days certain drivers can hit the road….
Best-preserved section of Great Wall of China located outside Beijing
One of the oldest and best-preserved sections of the Great Wall of China is located about two hours outside Beijing. Construction began at Mutianyu in the sixth century BC and much of it was rebuilt in the mid-1500s. Leaders from each of China’s six kingdoms built sections of the wall, totaling more than 15 thousand…
WATCH: Centuries of Chinese history lie in wait at Temple of Heaven
Click here to tour the Temple of Heaven, a complex of religious buildings in central Beijing.
WATCH: Beijing’s Forbidden City, home of China’s emperors
The Forbidden City, which was China’s imperial palace from 1420 to 1912, is now open to the public. Click here to look around.
Review: Does American Airlines’ new Premium Economy cabin live up to the hype?
Long-haul flights on an economy-class budget may not be as miserable as they’ve become for many airline passengers. By the end of the year, all three U.S. legacy carriers will offer a premium economy experience on international flights. For a fraction of the cost of First or Business Class fares, travelers can expect enhanced seating…
