This is my second cross-country travel blog in search of all things Wi-Fi. The two trips are similar. But, if there is anything missing this time, it is the lack of opportunities to just sit and visit with locals.
Yesterday was a nice exception.
In Fargo I was driving around, snapping a few photos when I noticed a nondescript building on 13th Avenue — during the snowstorm — because of the black and white sign on top. It caught my eye because of the crazy logo — a dinosaur standing near a rock ‘n’ roll drum kit. “Prolly my kinda place.”
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Here in Fargo, I am guessing we will be taking our Wi-Fi on the ground, with a hot and delicious beverage. But others may be taking to the skies. So, enjoy this bit of news from our friends at American Airlines:
AMERICAN AIRLINES ANNOUNCES DOMESTIC EXPANSION OF AIRCELL’S GOGO INFLIGHT INTERNET SERVICE
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The snow continues here in Fargo, although the Red River is on the decline. (The experts predict another crest in the river in mid-April …) Meanwhile, I-29 south of Fargo was just closed due to snow, blowing snow, more snow and visibility of zero.
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It wasn’t until my travels took me all the way to Fargo, N.D., that I encountered this phenomena. I have read about it, and seen corporate news releases that warned it was going to happen. Yes … in Fargo, I encountered two Starbucks that were out of business
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Despite what the song says, I can’t drive “my Chevy to the levee” and I can assure you it ain’t dry anyhow. Here in Fargo, N.D., all eyes are on the Red River — a much different animal than the branch that separates Texas and Oklahoma. Here the waterway is a beast, at least this week as the residents brace for impact of flooding.
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March 28th, 2009 · Tags: Satire
Okay … I can’t hold my tongue any longer. I have to comment on the “news story” getting so much hype on the TV news channels.
IF the reports I heard are correct, an NFL player was pulled over for running a red light and then driving recklessly to the hospital.
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March 28th, 2009 · Tags: Arts · Wi-Fi
Here’s a quick look at AFI Dallas Film Festival, for those of you who are not glued to the set watching the flooding in Fargo, or the volcano in Alaska. The Redoubt volcano shot ash 50,000 feet into the air yesterday …
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So, what started out as Ping Dirty Jobs II became Will and Kent’s big truckin adventure. For my next wet and non-Wi-Fi project, my colleague and I are headed to Fargo, N.D. to take on the Red River … or actually to help out as businesses and residents clean up the aftermath from her swollen rage. The river’s flooding is said to be the worst since the 1890s.
Aftermath — now there’s a word that needs a better PR firm. It is only used these days after a hurricane or flood or other disaster. Yet, once it was the name of a Rolling Stones album … I digress.
So, Fargo, What up, ay, ya know?
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March 23rd, 2009 · Tags: Airports · Wi-Fi
He’re a nice piece from one of my favorite editors — Naomi Graychase, from one of my favorite sources, regarding my favorite topic (Wi-Fi) on my favorite airline. Life is good:
Southwest Airlines Tests In-Flight Wi-Fi
Through the month of March, Southwest Airlines is joining the ranks of air carriers trying out in-flight Wi-Fi service for passengers.
Entire article at:
http://www.wi-fiplanet.com/news/article.php/3811691
The no-frills airline with its laid back seating system and sunny employees, is experimenting with Wi-Fi hotspots on four of its aircraft. Details about which routes will include Wi-Fi-enriched cabins are unavailable, but the four equipped airplanes will be flying through the Southwest system, giving passengers on a variety of routes the opportunity to hop on the network and try it out. “Wi-Fi Hot Spot” signs will let travelers know that they’re on-board an aircraft with Wi-Fi.
The service will be offered for free during the testing phase, in exchange for answering a customer feedback survey. It will then become fee-based (at a rate to be determined) if the project gets a green light.
March 23rd, 2009 · Tags: Gadgets · Wi-Fi
Have you seen the news from the Motor City? Cadillac’s tradition of riding in style now includes Wi-Fi. Here’s the news release — with the launch scheduled for April 10:
HOT CAR, HOT SPOT: CADILLAC CTS ADDS WI-FI SYSTEM
DETROIT – Cadillac will offer wireless Internet access for its best-selling model, adding a new dimension to the passenger experience. Cadillac Wi-Fi by Autonet Mobile comes to the CTS Sport Sedan in April, giving passengers full Internet access in and around the car via their laptop or WiFi device.
The launch of Cadillac WiFi by Autonet Mobile will begin with live demonstrations at the New York International Auto Show April 10-19.
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