Technology is redefining the DUI (Driving Under the Influence). It used to be that the most dangerous person on the road was an intoxicated driver. Now, there’s more. Texting while driving has received lots of attention, even as legislators across the country attempt to pass legal bans on it. Now, Ford Motor Company is making a car that is capable of wireless internet access so that the entire family can be online while in the car!

A quick weekend is all I had in Chicago. It was fun and here’s what I got to do, see, and eat! Also, tell me what you recommend for a weekend in Chicago.

You actually can get away and have a romantic mini-vacation over the weekend even if you don’t have much money. The trick? Get away but do so locally.

When I was 16 I went halfway around the world. As a mom to a young daughter I cringe now to think about it. And yet, the experience was invaluable and the memories are going to last me a lifetime.

Traveling with your pet can be rewarding and it’s fun to show off your beloved furry friend to the people you know. With proper research you can plan a great trip and take the frustration out of the process.

The second time I went to Amsterdam, my first thought was, “I don’t remember it being like this.” I almost thought I’d taken a flight to the wrong city. It had only been a year since my previous trip, and I couldn’t believe how many things about the place didn’t seem familiar.

If you’re visiting San Diego for the first time, you’ll probably feel overwhelmed with the vast amount of things to see and do. Where should you go? What attractions are an essential part of the San Diego experience?

I’ve spent a lot of time in Turkey and know that most people’s perceptions of it just aren’t true. Although the majority of Turkey’s population are Muslim, it is not a fundamentalist country, and in terms of tourism, it’s paradise — especially for those on a budget.

Seattle is great place — one of the coolest cities I know. The best time to visit is during the summer; people are happy, the Pacific Ocean gleams against the city skyline, Lake Washington awakens to excited boaters and water skiers. It’s a magical place.