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When to See the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo of Scotland

When to See the Royal Edinburgh Military Tattoo of Scotland

Scotland is a place that offers travelers diversity, making it a great destination for all types of travelers. Some of the more popular reasons for visiting Scotland is to learn about its history, discover its fascinating countryside, explore its charming towns and villages, and to visit its remarkable and quite famous Edinburgh Castle. One of… Continue Reading

Italy’s Blue Lagoon: Weather Permitting

Italy’s Blue Lagoon: Weather Permitting

Italy is a top travel destination, making this country one that’s listed on many travelers bucket lists. Due to Italy’s location in south central Europe, there’s a wide variety of things for travelers to see and do, including visiting Italy’s Blue Lagoon. The area is remarkably beautiful, open to the public, and completely free, making… Continue Reading

California’s Coastal Route: Must See Stops

California’s Coastal Route: Must See Stops

Exploring coastlines is something many travelers have listed on their bucket list. While the option to enjoy beautiful coastlines is often available by riding a train, driving allows travelers the freedom to stop and explore anywhere and anytime they want. Coastal road trips are one of the more popular types of traveling trips people are… Continue Reading

Hiking Bryce Canyon

Hiking Bryce Canyon

Bryce Canyon National Park includes some of the most spectacular hiking trails located anywhere on the entire planet. Every view is impressive, making this national park one that is extremely popular for both beginning and expert hikers. From simple paths that are easy to navigate and take an hour or two to complete, to more… Continue Reading

Flying High – The Scottsdale Hot Air Balloon Festival

Flying High – The Scottsdale Hot Air Balloon Festival

One of the many things travelers look for when booking a trip is where the next best event or festival is going to take place. Since events and festivals take place all over the world, of which many tend to focus on the highlights of a certain location, festival and event-based vacations are never-ending. Some… Continue Reading

The Mystical Sedona Vortex

The Mystical Sedona Vortex

Sedona, Arizona is a beautiful city that’s most famous for its red sandstone rock formations. While the natural beauty that exists here is a top reason why so many people choose to vacation in Sedona, they also come because the area is known as a spiritual hotspot. Also known as vortexes, these mystical areas are… Continue Reading

St Elmo’s Fire: Where to See the Northern Lights

St Elmo’s Fire: Where to See the Northern Lights

Enjoy traveling to places that contain some degree of mysteriousness? If you are someone who enjoys natural phenomena, then you probably already know that there are quite a few places on the planet that contain lots of interesting phenomena for you to explore. From the very strange to the potentially bizarre to the quite fascinating,… Continue Reading

Peru – Matsu Picchu and the Nazca Lines

Peru – Matsu Picchu and the Nazca Lines

Why is Peru touted as the richest country in the world? Because it offers visitors unique and special moments that will last them a lifetime. A megadiverse country, the multiplicity and authenticity found here is noticeably included in the culture, food and overall environment. While many people make it a goal to visit Peru to… Continue Reading

Hotels That Are Historic Landmarks

Hotels That Are Historic Landmarks

While there are many historic hotels located in the United States, not all of them are considered to be historic landmarks. In order for a hotel to become a National Historic Landmark it must first be officially recognized by the United States government as having a historical significance. The criteria in place for designating a… Continue Reading

Seeing the Grand Canyon by Mule

Seeing the Grand Canyon by Mule

Getting ready to visit the Grand Canyon? Every year nearly six million people choose to visit this 1 mile deep and 277 river miles long canyon. The Colorado River naturally carved the canyon into the fascinating geological formation that it is today, which is why it’s listed as one of the Seven Wonders of the… Continue Reading

Discovering the Mystery of Stonehenge

Discovering the Mystery of Stonehenge

Stonehenge has been quite the mystery over the years as there were simply no clues left regarding why the construction of this thought-provoking monument many years ago was built. The monument includes a circle of large rectangular shaped stones in a large open field in Wiltshire, England. Because there seems to be no apparent reason… Continue Reading

Cemetery Tours in New Orleans

Cemetery Tours in New Orleans

New Orleans, Louisiana is a hotbed for great music, delicious southern food, and cemeteries. That’s right, there are several cemeteries in this city that, if you can muster up the courage, are great for tours because they are filled with history, architecture and, well, interesting people. St. Louis Cemetery #1: There are many companies in… Continue Reading

What to see when visiting The Smithsonian’s Air and Space Museum

What to see when visiting The Smithsonian’s Air and Space Museum

Touch a lunar rock from the moon and see the first airplane that ever graced our skies during your visit to the Smithsonian National Air and Space Museum in Washington, D.C. This free museum is one of the most enjoyable attractions in the nation’s capital. Some of the displays at the Museum include the historic… Continue Reading

When and where to see the Northern Lights (Alaska, Iceland etc.)

When and where to see the Northern Lights (Alaska, Iceland etc.)

The Northern Lights, otherwise known as the Aurora Borealis, are a natural phenomenon of colorful illuminations that dance across the sky. The Aurora borealis has been described as a natural light phenomenon caused by magnetic particles from the solar wind interacting with the Earth´s atmosphere. These lights give off such colors as pale fluorescent green… Continue Reading

What to do on the US Virgin Islands (St Thomas, St John, St Croix)

What to do on the US Virgin Islands (St Thomas, St John, St Croix)

The U.S. Virgin Islands are a group of islands in the Caribbean that are known for their beautiful white sandy beaches and turquoise waters, as well as the stunning coral reef. If you are heading to the Virgin Islands for some fun in the sun or you just want to put your toes in the… Continue Reading

Exploring the mansions of Newport Rhode Island

Exploring the mansions of Newport Rhode Island

Newport, Rhode Island is home to some of the most beautiful and extravagant mansions that date back to the Gilded Age. They are incredible examples of the opulence of some of the most famous families of that time, including the Vanderbilts and the Bells Here are must-see mansions on your trip through Newport: Marble House:… Continue Reading

The 100th Anniversary of Our National Parks

The 100th Anniversary of Our National Parks

This year, it’s a happy centennial birthday celebration for the National Park Service, an agency that cares for America’s 412 national parks. Twenty-seven states have a park that you can explore, so it’s possible to find one close to you. However, if you’re planning on hitting the road this year, make sure you visit these… Continue Reading

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Where to Eat on Arthur Avenue in New York City

Where to Eat on Arthur Avenue in New York City

Planning a trip to New York City is something many travelers do, as this city is one that offers visitors a wide variety of exciting things to see and do. This tourist hotspot is this one that must be visited at least once in one’s lifetime in order to view the many attractions and landmarks…

5 Amusement Parks with the Biggest Roller Coasters

5 Amusement Parks with the Biggest Roller Coasters

Roller coaster bucket lists are popular amongst roller coaster enthusiasts. Travelers who enjoy all things related to roller coasters often choose to visit have an amusement park when going on vacation. The overall goal of a roller coaster vacation is to have fun, and can be a great vacation option for families, as well as…

What to See When Visiting the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum

What to See When Visiting the Smithsonian Air and Space Museum

The Smithsonian Air and Space Museum is home to the world’s largest collection of historic air and spacecraft. There’s a total of 22 exhibition galleries, offering visitors the ability to view hundreds of different types of artifacts. The Museum is also a research facility, of which all exhibits are focused on the history, science, and…

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