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…
Tag: Travel
From food to discoveries, Lane documents his favorite destinations and the things that make them unique
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: Hong Kong island’s steep, winding city streets
The drivers of taxis, ride-sharing services, and private for-hire cars make driving the sometimes steep, winding, and congested roads of Hong Kong seem like a breeze. Click here to watch.
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.
WATCH: China’s Belt and Road Initiative driving infrastructure development in Greater Bay Area
One of the most significant manufacturing hubs in the world, the Pearl River Delta region of south China is seeing a boom in development. Click here to watch.
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…
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…
Navigating traffic in China’s capital city
Navigating the process of obtaining a temporary drivers license in China may not be worth the stress of driving among the millions of cars on the roads of Beijing. It may be simpler to hire a driver or a private bus to get around the capital city. Taxis and the subway system are also reliable…
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.
Tiananmen Square, crossroads of history in central Beijing, China
One of the largest city squares in the world, Tiananmen Square in Beijing, China is home to numerous monuments, mausoleums, museums, and government buildings. The Great Hall of the People, the Tiananmen and Arrow towers, and the China National Museum are some of the landmarks located along the perimeter, while the Mausoleum of Mao Zedung…
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…
My Instagram Top 10: Florida’s First Coast
Home to beautiful beaches and the oldest city in the country, Florida’s ‘First Coast’ is popular destination. Click here to see more!
WATCH: Waves crash on shoreline at Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida
Click here to watch a peaceful summertime sunset at Ponte Vedra Beach in northeast Florida.
My Instagram Top 10: The Windy City
Chicago is a vibrant city — a collection of neighborhoods, each with their own flare and feel. Click here to explore the Windy City.
WATCH: Kayaking the Caddo River near Hot Springs, Arkansas
The meandering Caddo River in Glenwood, Arkansas is a serene Summertime getaway. Click here to watch.
Lane Luckie selected as fellow for East-West Center journalist exchange in China
Award-winning journalist Lane Luckie has been selected to travel to China this Fall to explore the current issues related to the important bilateral relationship between the world’s two largest economies. As a fellow of the East-West Center’s China-United States Journalist Exchange, the KLTV anchor and reporter will travel to Asia September 7-21, 2018. “As changes…
My Instagram Top 10: Give me some Space
Among the hundreds of photos populating my Instagram feed are plenty featuring one of my biggest passions — human spaceflight.
WATCH: Spring blooms at Briarwood Nature Preserve
Click the here to view the wildflowers in bloom at Briarwood: Caroline Dormon Nature Preserve.
KLTV newsroom hosts German journalist in Trans-Atlantic exchange
As so-called ‘cord cutting’ and mobile technology trends drive the ways consumers connect with news and information, journalists are constantly adapting to the needs of their audiences. For more than two decades, an exchange program for American and German broadcasters has been building bridges of understanding — both personally and professionally. More than 1,200 American…
WATCH: Wisconsin’s State Capitol, a monument on the isthmus
The Wisconsin State Capitol features the only granite dome in the United States. Click here to take a look around.
WATCH: Spectacular time-lapse of Dallas, Texas flyover
Click here to watch a spectacular time-lapse of the city lights over Dallas, Texas.
WATCH: Wheels up from Tyler to Dallas, Texas
Click to watch a time lapse of the short flight between Tyler and Dallas, Texas.
WATCH: Scenic sunset on Christmas Eve
Wishing everyone a wonderful Christmas Eve from the boardwalk in my picturesque hometown, Lake Charles, Louisiana.
Reporter’s Notes: Lessons learned in Germany
As I stepped off the platform onto my train to the Frankfurt Airport, my world seemed to transform into a slow motion flood of memories. After three weeks in Germany as a fellow with the RIAS Berlin Commission, this life experience had just become my standard by which all others will be measured. Gazing out…
WATCH: Natchitoches Christmas Festival fireworks display
Since 1927, Natchitoches, Louisiana has hosted one of the oldest community-based holiday celebrations in the country. Click here to watch fireworks from the 2017 Christmas Festival.
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