A miserably rain
y week in San Francisco, which had been enjoying an unusually dry winter, has sparked daydreams of tropical vacations in warm, sunny locations (of the digitally toxic variety, I must admit).
Alas, I’m too busy working my magic in the WaPo Labs office to plan a big trip. But I can still indulge my wanderlust. These days, with iPads, slideshows, podcasts, and more, it’s easier than ever to engage in a little armchair travel. A few features that caught my attention while holed up indoors last week include Condé Nast Traveler‘s look at unique island escapes, a photo gallery of stunning underwater life by readers of Budget Travel, and an audio tour of the Mediterranean’s largest island, Sicily, courtesy of Rick Steves’ radio show.
A ton of eye and ear candy — without suffering through airport pat downs or the embarrassing theatrics of the Spring Break crowd.
You can, of course, get some travel inspiration of your own on Trove. Follow these channels and spin the globe: Travel | Travel Tips | Frugal Travel