Monthly Archives: April 2009

Kindle the new carry-on?

Posted on April 10, 2009 by jen vogelsong

The Kindle 2 has clearly gained more converts than the first version of Amazon’s electronic book reader. For travelers worried about space and weight of their luggage and carry-ons, it can be a lifesaver. But there are still reasons to … Continue reading →

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Spring events in OCMD

Posted on April 10, 2009 by jen vogelsong

You probably aren’t thinking beach yet, but Ocean City, Md. — a popular vacation destination for many York County residents — is already kicking off its 2009 season with some events that just may merit an early weekend trip to … Continue reading →

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Inner Harbor fun, April 25

Posted on April 9, 2009 by jen vogelsong

Head to Baltimore’s Inner Harbor from 10:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m. April 25 for a day of free activities, live performances, 3-D chalk art and more. Put on by Carnival Cruise Lines, the event celebrates the beginning of Baltimore’s first … Continue reading →

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Vanity plates part 16

Posted on April 7, 2009 by jen vogelsong

Found this one in the alley behind my house a while back. I have no idea who it belongs to or who they’re shushing. I’m wishing the dog that barks all the time for no reason could read it…

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Fur-cations?

Posted on April 3, 2009 by jen vogelsong

The guys at YDR’s York Common Cents business blog wrote about a new trend today that I thought was worthy of highlighting here: the Fur-cation. It’s the term travel companies are using to encourage people to take their furlough (unpaid … Continue reading →

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Hersheypark adds water attractions

Posted on April 1, 2009 by jen vogelsong

It seems like there’s always something new in Hershey. Last year, it was the Fahrenheit roller coaster. Year before, The Boardwalk at Hershey water park inside the amusement park. This year, they’re expanding the water attractions with a SEAquel to … Continue reading →

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