Apr 22nd, 2013 at 1:00PM: While reading fellow Gadling blogger Chris Owen's post about a Twitter mix-up between Chechnya and the Czech Republic, I was horrified to read that one-third of young Americans can't find the Pacific Ocean.
I was horrified, but not surprised. I taught for several years in a community college and no amount of public ignorance surprises me anymore – not after a student handed in a paper ...Click on a label to read posts from that part of the world.
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The Pacific Ocean: Is It Really True That One-Third Of Young Americans Can't Find It?
Apr 22nd, 2013 at 1:00PM: While reading fellow Gadling blogger Chris Owen's post about a Twitter mix-up between Chechnya and the Czech Republic, I was horrified to read that one-third of young Americans can't find the Pacific Ocean.
I was horrified, but not surprised. I taught for several years in a community college and no amount of public ignorance surprises me anymore – not after a student handed in a paper ...National Geographic Expeditions Celebrates 125th Anniversary With New Travel Options
Jan 27th, 2013 at 8:00AM: Exactly 125 years ago today the National Geographic Society was officially formed. Its founders set out to create an organization "for the increase and diffusion of geographical knowledge" and considering everything that Nat Geo has accomplished over the years, I'd say they succeeded. The Society will celebrate this important milestone in a variety of ways throughout this year, including adding a ...National Geographic jumps into the adventure travel arena
Jan 28th, 2011 at 8:00AM: The very name National Geographic evokes images of adventure and thoughts of exciting journeys to far away places. The iconic Society has probably done more to inspire travel than any other single entity ever. Several generations have grown up gazing at breathtaking images in the organization's popular magazine and reading about daring explorers on those beautiful, glossy pages. Now, in what seems ...National Geographic maps available on new GPS device
Nov 19th, 2010 at 8:00AM: Earlier this week National Geographic announced that it was joining forces with Satmap to release a handheld GPS device that offers support for a range of maps from their library. The collaboration of the two organizations means that backpackers, hikers, and adventure travelers will have an electronic version of Nat Geo's award winning Topo!, Trails Illustrated, and AdventureMaps in the palm of ...Indiana Jones exhibit whips up international tour
Nov 3rd, 2010 at 4:30PM: He's everyone's favorite fictional archaeologist. Even real archaeologists, once they're done nitpicking his lack of scientific technique, usually admit that they love the guy. Now Indiana Jones is the subject of a new international exhibition.
Indiana Jones and the Adventure of Archaeology: The Exhibition will open at the Montreal Science Centre on April 28, 2011 to mark the 30th anniversary ...National Geographic expands line of adventure travel maps
Oct 20th, 2010 at 8:00AM: The National Geographic Society has always been a great source for maps. Their Atlas of the World, which will see its ninth edition released this week, is almost legendary in its size and scope, and the organization's flagship magazine has incorporated detailed and interesting maps for decades. Now, the Society has announced plans to expand its line of adventure travel maps, offering travelers far ...New international travel phone service from National Geographic
Jul 23rd, 2010 at 8:00AM: National Geographic and Cellular Abroad have joined forces to introduce a new option for those who need to stay in contact while traveling the world. The National Geographic Travel Phone includes an unlocked Motorola handset, a charger that comes complete with international outlet adapters, and a Nat Geo SIM Card, all for just $99. A second phone, dubbed the National Geographic Duet, is also ...National Geographic awards prestigious medal for first time in 30 years
Jul 14th, 2010 at 8:00AM: Earlier this week the National Geographic Society honored Dr. Roger Tomlinson and Jack Dangermond with the Alexander Graham Bell Medal, an award that hasn't been given to anyone in 30 years. The two men are visionary pioneers in the area of geographic information systems (GIS) who have had a massive influence on the way we think about geography and the use of geographical data to analyze problems. ...Get a one year National Geographic subscription for just ten bucks
Jun 1st, 2010 at 4:30PM: As a traveler, no publication ever got me more interested in seeing the world than National Geographic. Already in its 122nd year, the yellow border of this magazine is recognized in as many countries as it has written about.
Despite all the advances in technology, and the decline in print, there is something fantastic about carrying reading materials the old fashioned way - and if you head ...The North Pole is moving!
Dec 29th, 2009 at 3:30PM: According to National Geographic, a new research study shows that the magnetic North Pole is changing positions at a surprisingly quick pace, sliding towards Russia at a speed of about 40 miles per year. Traditionally, the Pole has been located in Northern Canada, but these rapid shifts are causing it to jump dramatically. Scientists believe that changes deep within the Earth's molten core are to ...Trip Advisor donating $1,000,000 to charity. You help them decide where
Sep 27th, 2008 at 11:00AM: In an aim to give back to the countries in the world that offer us so much travel pleasure, and to add to the cause of making the world a better place, Trip Advisor will be donating $1,000,000 on November 12. This goodly sum will be divided up among five charitable causes:
Conservation International
Doctors Without Borders
National Geographic Society
The Nature Conservancy
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