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Where are there easy online answers to the question, "How do I get from Point A to Point B in New York?" Here are a few places to start in the search.

Geneva's public transportation network allows travel with a single ticket on trains, trams, buses, and ferry boats, or save with cheap and sometimes free travel passes.

All public transportation (trains, buses, metros, and trams) in the Netherlands now share a single OV-Chipkaart, or smart card, for seamless payments and easy transfers.

Medellin boasts the only metro in Colombia. It's a revolutionary metro system in a cutting-edge city. Luckily for tourists, the metro system happens to be user-friendly.

Each July, a polo competition is held at Shandur: remote, snow-capped mountains turn into a bazaar and Gilgit and Chitral compete for the highest honor.

Most sights on the Romantic Road (Romantische Straße) in Bavaria, Germany can be reached by public transportation including trains or buses to make car rental optional.

Black journalists have proven to be a powerful and influential voice in the Black community. Even in the face of Jim Crow segregation Black journalists spoke out against

Navigating downtown Boston can be done after learning about the many public transportation options.

This lesson introduces some simple phrases German people would use if they give directions and teaches how to communicate in the case of being lost.

If you're traveling to Finland, most likely there is no need to rent a car. Both local and long distance public transportation work well, even if they're somewhat pricey.

Getting around Quito is easy with the public transportation system, which consists mainly of diesel buses, electric-run cars, and a cable car system called the Trolebus.

Hallstatt, a picturesque village and UNESCO World Cultural Heritage listed sight in Austria, can be reached by train or bus from Vienna or as a day trip from Salzburg.

Public Transportation in Southern California is a vastly underused resource for travel and exploration.

Switzerland's excellent public transportation system integrates trains, yellow postal buses, lake boats, and mountain cable cars for easy traveling and sightseeing.

Schloss Moritzburg Palace and Meißen (porcelain, old town, Albrechtsburg Castle) are easy day trips by bus, S-Bahn, or steam train from Dresden in Saxony, Germany.

Should a college student own a car? Or are there cheaper and simpler alternatives? Here are some questions students can ask about car ownership in college.

Vienna's public transportation system provides multiple ways of getting to Schwechat Airport just outside the city, such as direct trains, the subway, and buses.

Lyon's affordable public transportation system makes it easy to explore and enjoy Lyon's top activities and things.

Public transit is an often ideal form of transportation; however, to avoid frustrating other passengers, it is essential that all rail users mind their manners.

Deutsche Bahn's discount Bayern-Ticket is a cheap public transportation travel card for savings on local train, bus, tram, and metro railway fares in Bavaria, Germany.

The Swiss Pass allows for cheap and flexible travel on Switzerland's trains, yellow public postal buses, boats, trams, and mountain cable cars.

Chicago has a public transportation system that makes getting around the Windy City easy. Take advantage of the public transport system or ride the seasonal free trolley.

Italy is a land of sweeping landscapes, art, superb cuisine...and winding country roads and narrow city streets. Learn how to ask for directions in Italian.

Prosperity means learning to live with less fuel in the peak oil world. Car-lite Euro style helps balance the ratio of energy returned on energy invested (ERoEI)

The Mouettes passenger ferry boats operated by Genève Ville public transportation are fun for children and the cheapest cruises on Lake Geneva (Lac Léman) in Switzerland.

The city of Chicago honors military sacrifices with a wreath laying ceremony and parade on Saturday. Navy Pier fireworks light the skies in a patriotic salute.

Although France can be expensive, visitors can thoroughly enjoy Grenoble by saving money in both little and big ways.

Canada's capital city offers more than just high-quality universities and colleges, it's an inexpensive place to explore.

Quito is a large city and so it is not entirely geared towards tourists. Nevertheless, the people in the city are friendly and trasportation is plentiful.

Organize a corporate event with the environment in mind by choosing LEED-certified facilities, providing paperless documents and using tap water instead of bottled water.

While controlling gas prices is out of the question, drivers can still save money by increasing their vehicle's fuel efficiency with these tips.

Commuters who need an incentive to share rides and take public transportation now have one, thanks to a program called Smart Trips.

While traveling, accessibility is a main concern for anyone who uses a wheelchair for mobility. So researching the transportation and accommodations in NYC is vital.

Visit Lovejoy Fountain, Salmon Street Springs, Skidmore and Keller Fountains and Pioneer Courthouse Square on an Easy Downtown Tour by Foot and Streetcar

Traffic congestion has long been synonymous with Lagos travel. The recent introduction of the Bus Rapid Transit System (BRTS) has sought to improve transportation in the

In less than twenty four hours the Confederations Cup is scheduled to be held in South Africa; however the country is still struggling to with its public transport system

Have rising gas prices led you to drive your car less or take public transportation to work? You could see a cut in your auto insurance rates.

Tips to make an historical trip to St. Petersburg easy and worthwhile.

Many travelers opt for tours when visiting China because they're intimidated by the language. However, language obstacles can be lessened by following a few practices.

This week, I'm briefly listing my top 10 reasons for loving living and traveling through Western Europe. Over the next several weeks, I'll go into each in greater detail.

Château de Chambord, Cheverny, and Chenonceau in the French Loire Valley are among the top sights to see on a visit to France or even on a daytrip from Paris.

Urban sprawl and budget cuts to public transportation alternatives do more than harm the environment, says researcher. It can make income inequities far worse.

The closest international airport to Tokyo, Japan is Narita Airport, which is 60 km outside the city. There are several affordable options for getting to Tokyo.

Getting to Annecy in France is easiest by car from Geneva or on public transportation from Paris (TGV) and slower trains from Chambery, Grenoble, Aix les Bains, and Lyon.

Cheap tickets, saving fares, and child discounts are available for travel on Swiss public transportation including trains, buses, boats, mountain cable cars, and trams.

The 50th annual Chicago Air and Water Show opens with excitement on August 15 2008, as Bill Murray jumps with the Golden Knights Parachute Team.

A look at the most popular transportation options in Europe and which options will work best for individual travel needs.

Medellin has a ground-breaking transportation system that not only sets it apart from other South American cities, but makes it a pleasure to explore.

Haitian public transportation, including busses, taptaps, and taxis, can be quite an adventure, but gives a glimpse of everyday Haitian life.

Kinderdijk has the largest collection of historical windmills in the Netherlands. This top free tourist sight in South Holland is a great day-trip tour from Rotterdam.