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22 Train Stations from Across the Globe
In today's modern world with airplanes jetting around the globe, sometimes we forget how travel got its big start. Cross country trains and railroads were one of the first big steps in making travel accessible to everyone.
Buildings of Snow and Ice
Whether it be a child’s snow-fort, or the ice palace of a Russian noble, these buildings are definitely fun sites to behold.
Beautiful Islands of the South Pacific
Whether it's the rich clear waters, clean beaches, or vibrant coral reefs the islands of the south pacific… [more]
Sightseeing in Philadelphia
Philadelphia is a city that is just steeped in American history, known as being the home to the country's First and Second Continental Congresses and the ground on which the Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were signed and introduced. So its no doubt that the city is chock full of sites rich with historical significance but there are also exciting adventures to be had that have no ties to American history whatsoever.
Visiting Neuschwanstein Castle in Bavaria
The Neuschwanstein Castle in Bavaria Germany is one of the most famous castles in the world and an incredible architectural structure that would make any princess swoon with envy.
Buildings of the The National Mall
The National Mall is especially these days as the location where the massive crowd formed to see the inauguration of President Barrack Obama. Over forty years ago, it was famous for a similar occasion when people gathered there to hear Martin Luther King’s “I have a dream” speech. The mall is also home to a wide array buildings, most of which are fabulous museums.
Historic Landmarks in Boston
It's well known that Boston is a historic city filled with significance to the United States of America but not many people know that Boston actually is home to a remarkable 55 National Historic Landmarks. Rather than list them all here, we'll just give you the run down on some of the most popular ones.
Joshua Tree National Park – Travel Photo of the Day
The Travel Photo of the Day is of Joshua Tree National Park Joshua Tree National Park is located in California in the southeastern portion of the state. The park has many different unique types of vegetation including ocotillo, creosote bush, cholla cactus and, of course, the Joshua tree – as pictured here. »crosslinked«
22 Train Stations from Across the Globe
In today’s modern world with airplanes jetting around the globe, sometimes we forget how travel got its big start. Cross country trains and railroads were one of the first big steps in making travel accessible to everyone. Major metropolises like New York City built enormous railway terminals like Grand Central Station and Pennsylvania Station to [...]
Three Best Churches in Paris
Paris is full of beautiful churches and you can stumble into quite a few of them just from random walking through the Paris streets. However, there are three famous Paris churches which really are too beautiful to miss. Notre Dame Cathedral is arguably Paris’s most famous church, or in fact one of the world’s most [...]
Buildings of Snow and Ice
Ice. It is quite literally the greenest building material on Earth. Pure solid water. What other type of building dissolves harmlessly back into our rivers when it is no longer needed? But it doesn’t stop there. When one says “green” and “environmentally friendly”, all to often the word that hides just below the surface is [...]
The Matterhorn – Travel Photo of the Day
The Travel Photo of the Day for is of The Matterhorn from above the Stellisee The Matterhorn is a mountain in the Pennine Alps Range that lies on the border between Switzerland and Italy. Standing at a stunning 14,692 feet tall, Matterhorn has garnered a grisly reputation as the deadliest mountain in the Alps. Since [...]
Fine Dining in Philadelphia
When it comes to fine dining in Philadelphia you have plenty of tasty options to choose from. No matter what type of cuisine you are after it is safe to say that you will find a great restaurant in the City of Brotherly Love. Although many people don’t think of Philadelphia for its fine dining, [...]
Top 10 Romantic Hotels in the United States
Just in time for Valentine’s Day, Trip Advisor, the popular travel Web site, has posted their choices for the top 10 romantic hotels in America. Although I agree with many of their choices, I find it surprising that all they chose nothing east of Phoenix. What about New England? or Miami’s South Beach? or New [...]
Key West Sunset – Travel Photo of the Day
The Travel Photo of the Day is from Key West Florida and was taken by Steve Weaver photo credit: Steve Weaver Key West is the southernmost city in the United States located on the tip of Florida, and is only 94 miles from Cuba. Natives born in the area refer to themselves as “conchs”, people [...]
Nightclubs and Nightlife in San Francisco
San Francisco is full of culture and diversity of styles. It’s nightlife reflects those differences making it an ideal destination for either enjoying an evening full of familiarity or one in which you search out a new adventure. Hip-hop, clubs, electronic music, artsy lounges, elegant nightclubs and so much more can be found every night [...]
Battleship at San Jacinto Park – Travel Photo of the Day
The Travel Photo of the Day is of San Jacinto Park Located in San Jacinto Park, the San Jacinto Monument in Houston, Texas features the world’s tallest memorial column — 15 feet taller than the Washington Monument. The monument and the museum at its base, commemorate the Battle of San Jacinto. At the location, you [...]
Merced River in Yosemite – Travel Photo of the Day
The Travel Photo of the Day is of the Merced River in Yosemite The Merced River begins in the southeastern half of Yosemite National Park and flows into Yosemite Valley and west through Merced River Canyon. The river flows freely until it reaches the New Exchequer Dam in Lake McClure, where the remainder of the [...]
Puget Sound – Travel Photo of the Day
The Travel Photo of the Day is of Puget Sound The Puget Sound is a series of interconnected waterways located in the northwestern part of Washington in the United States. However, the term can also be used to refer to the general area surrounding the sound, which includes the Seattle metro area and is home [...]
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