hMagazine shows off New England scenery

hMagazine shows offNew England scenery
DUBLIN, N.H. -- Yankee magazine has a new keepsake publication out on newsstands, just for this time of year, called Seasons.
The magazine features richly colored, full-page photographs of forests of red and gold-leaved trees and scenic waterways from around New England, from the top of Mount Katahdin to the cranberry harvest on Nantucket.
In addition to essays on the region, it includes identification guides for leaves, birds, animal footprints and seasonal produce, as well as listings for vineyards, festivals, foliage vistas, hikes, parks, restaurants and inns.
Available in the Northeast, Mid-Atlantic and Midwestern states, the magazine sells for $6.99.
Fall foliage boat cruises
The Moraine Preservation Fund will offer fall foliage boat cruises of Pennsylvania's Lake Arthur beginning Sept. 27 and 28. The cruises will continue each Saturday and Sunday in October. Cruises will depart at noon, 1:30 and 3 p.m. Cost is $5.25 for adults and $2.50 for children. To make reservations or for more information, call (724) 368-9185.
Device solves problemfor hearing impaired
Hyatt Regency Denver downtown is one of the first hotels in the nation to provide new technology for those with mild to severe to profound hearing loss. This along with a hearing aid allows guests to hear clearly and communicate easily on the telephone. The Denver hotel is the first to install the device, about one-eighth the size of the head of a pushpin, in its standard telephones in 150 of its guest rooms. Installation will continue until all 511 accommodations provide the service. The technology is available for sale. Visit www.ableplanet.com for more information.
For hotel reservations, call (303) 295-1234 or visit www.denverregency.hyatt.com.
Golfing in Virginia
ALEXANDRIA, Va. -- A regional effort to draw tourists has led to the creation of the Northern Virginia Golf Trail. The trail consists of 22 area courses by designers such as Fred Couples, Robert Trent Jones Jr. and Gary Player. Various promotions are being held through Columbus Day, including discounts and drawings for free rounds. For details, visit www.visitnorthernvirginia.com or call (703) 396-7130.
Far-off marathons
BOSTON -- If you're a runner who likes to travel farther afield than your usual jogging route takes you, you may want to sign up for news from Boston-based Marathon Tours & amp; Travel. The company's newsletter describes marathons around the world, from Jamaica to Iceland. Information provided by Marathon about local accommodations includes the distance from each hotel to the finish line. For more details, visit www.marathontours.com or call (617) 242-7845.
'Call for Memories'
The Arizona Biltmore Resort & amp; Spa in Phoenix has issued a "Call for Memories" for intriguing anecdotes that can be recounted or memorabilia that can be displayed as part of its 75th anniversary in 2004. Write 75th Anniversary Committee, Arizona Biltmore Resort & amp; Spa, 2400 E. Missouri, Phoenix, Ariz. 85016.