Articles related to "Pedestrian"

Hong Kong is undoubtedly one of the world's best cities for strolling. And the walks - worth thousands of dollars in memories - don't cost a dime.

The Five Star Trail, located along the Southwestern Pennsylvania Railroad corridor, is an excellent local trail for walking, jogging, bicycling, and cross-country skiing.

In Midtown Manhattan from 47th to 42nd and 35th to 32nd Streets, green plazas welcome visitors with chairs, umbrella tables, planters and bike racks

Calgary, Alberta is leading the country in the application of new urbanism principles, proving that good design and commercial success are not antithetical.

A billboard in Montreal's underground reads "Metro...Boulot...Dodo"; "Commute...Work...Sleep". As in, that's all there is to life.

A school community includes individuals who advocate for the safety of children. Safety at a school crossing is crucial. Crossing guards deserve praise for their work.

Dubrovnik on the Croatian Dalmatian Coast is famed for its high city walls and photogenic red roof landscape.

Join the commuters, cyclists and hoards of other tourists that daily cross between Manhattan and Brooklyn, over one of New York's most famous structures.

Communities that provide citizens with more opportunities to walk improve individual quality of life and boost environmental and business wellbeing.

Nicknamed "The Winking Eye", the Gateshead Millennium Bridge is a world famous landmark with its tall white arch and it's the only tilting bridge in the world.

Municipalities concerned with achieving more sustainable development are deploying smart growth principles to achieve their goals.

Keep children safe while trick or treating by being aware of the real Halloween dangers.

City streets pose many dangers for cyclists. Here are some bike safety tips on streetcar tracks, pedestrians and taxicabs.

Einbahnstrasse, moustaches, kebabs, ticket machines, cafe/ nightclubs, dogs, cigarettes, and Speedos... Travel in Germany and expect to come across them all.

The residents of Carmel don't give a woof about how the rest of the world operates. The town that once elected Clint Eastwood as mayor lives by its own laws.

During December, Copenhagen's main shopping street, Stroget, would put even Scrooge in a holiday mood. Seasonal songs, Santas galore and goodwill make shopping a treat.

Neighborhoods are places for people. To be usable, and cater to the health, safety and welfare of the residents, good communities should be designed at a human scale

Customer flow is increasing, however, more advertising and completion of the pedestrian bridge will raise shopper awareness.

New York City's new highline and Dutchess County's Walkway Over the Hudson create great car-free park spaces with unique views of the historic Hudson River and environs.

This holiday Visual Arts exercise that can be adapted to the city of your choice. This exercise was written in Brisbane AU on location at South Bank Parklands.

City planners seized an opportunity to make Decatur, Georgia more walkable, bikeable, and liveable and used a neutral health impact tool to build concensus.

Travelers may be concerned with terrorism, disease and other issues when headed abroad, but actually, the No. 1 cause of death for overseas travelers is traffic accidents

On wet and windy days, umbrellas are wonderful for keeping dry, but watch your manners to avoid inconveniencing other pedestrians.

The United Nations Word Health Organization (WHO) called for stricter traffic rules to reduce the number of road accidents that kill more than a million people a year.

An award-winning urban planning project mimics nature's approach to ecosystems to provide affordable housing and solve site-specific environmental issues.

Your guide to the best outdoor cafes and bars to sample pastries, eat lunch, have a cocktail, and take in the views of Helsinki, Finland.

If visitors only have a day to spare in the Irish capital, it's unlikely they will be disappointed, as there is plenty to see and do in the city.

With the passing of Canadian architect Arthur Erickson, the world loses a gifted non-conformist and inherits a legacy of great modern architecture.

A pocket walking guide leads Beatles fans in the footsteps of John, Paul, George and Ringo, including Abbey Road, Apple in Savile Row, and to McCartney's London home.

For crazy traffic, Vietnam takes the cake. Trying independent travel in Vietnam? It only looks like chaos on the roads. The Vietnamese are actually very couteous drivers.

City stories via cell phone in Toronto.

Performance art based on overheard conversations at the annual Humana Festival of New American Plays in Lousisville, Kentucky.

Parents need to teach their children several safety precautions when going to school and when on school grounds.

Drivers are responsible for pedestrian safety. Inexperienced teens driving through residential neighborhoods on Halloween night are warned to watch for inattentive kids.

Just a short ferry ride from Xiamen takes tourists to another world where cars are forbidden and narrow cobbled streets wind through European-style villas and palm trees

To walk across the Brooklyn Bridge is to walk back through the 19th century. When you walk across the span one sees why this bridge was a marvel of the Gilded Age.

This upscale ski resort is a gem for families in winter or summer. The best place to stay if money is no object? The Park Hyatt Beaver Creek.

Auto insurance liability pays medical and collision expenses for the other driver if at fault in an auto accident. Here's how it works and why it's so important.

The historical old town of Frankfurt am Main in Germany is compact making a walking tour the ideal way to explore the churches, shops, museums, squares, and river banks.

The sun and sea draw tourists to the French Riviera, but its unofficial capital, Nice, offers so much more. From museums to the lively flower market, Nice delivers.

Enjoying your visit to this quaint Victorian town

Bordering downtown Portland is Waterfront Park, a green expanse with wide riverfront walkway. Cross the river to the Eastside Esplanade or head south to RiverPlace shops.

The Ride of Silence on May 20, 2009 in 260+ locations worldwide will promote bicycle safety by informing the public that cyclists have a right to share the road.

This wide urban walkway sometimes hugs the river's edge, sometimes floats on the water, and always offers stunning downtown views.

Famous for its celebrities and its style Los Angeles has a huge variety of places to create your own star wardrobe.

The holidays mean increased traffic, pedestrians and cyclists. What can a caregiver do when an elderly driver wants to take a long distance trip to see relatives?

Forcing an elderly person to give up driving may lead to arguments and resentment. Caregivers need to realize that stopping an unsafe elderly driver may save a life.

It's harder for an adult to learn to ride a bike than it is to teach a child; where can you go to get adult bike-riding lessons?

Increasingly, Mexico is adding toll roads across the country to provide higher speed alternatives to older roads. Choosing these roads is well worth the cost of tolls.

Runners and walkers will soon be taking advantage of warmer temperatures and sunnier days. Say goodbye to the treadmill and hello to trails and tracks.