Destinations

Perhaps you think of the North Pole (especially as the holidays near) as simply Santa's place of residence. Or maybe, on deeper reflection, you also consider it the true magnetic pole of the...

Niagara Falls, Ontario is a location that you have to visit at least once in your life. The centerpiece of the destination is a beautiful and picturesque waterfall, but there is so much more.

Biloxi, Mississippi is also known as "The Playground of the South". Whether you are going there to gamble at one of the many casinos or to visit the Gulf of Mexico, there is something...

Stony Creek, a small village tucked away in the shoreline town of Branford, CT, provides amazing views of the famous Thimble Islands, as well as plenty of cheap year-round activities to take...

A visit to Huntsville, Alabama should definitely include a tour of the Huntsville Botanical Garden. The Garden is Nature Center, which houses the largest seasonal Butterfly House in the nation. ...

Imperial Palace Las Vegas is a themed hotel that offers a variety of lodging and gaming options. The hotel is located in the center of the famed Las Vegas strip and it is also known for its...

Almost everyone dreams of spending a vacation lounging on the beaches in Hawaii--seeing the topaz waters and enjoying the laid-back vacation atmosphere while watching the dolphins and whales...

Windmills have played an interesting part in art and literature, showing up in the famous attack on the windmill giants by Don Quixote and in the East Anglican paintings of John Constable. Though...

Dresden porcelain is known for becoming the first European porcelain to rival Asian products. The German-made porcelain's history is laden with secrecy and ingenuity, making it a favored...

Whether you are gazing a mile down to the Colorado River below or watching the sunset highlight distant buttes, a road trip to the Grand Canyon National Park in northern Arizona can be an...

Banff National Park has many different hiking trails. The available trails range from steep, long hikes designed for serious hikers to walking trails that are less intense journeys for sightseers.

California, known for its sunny days, sandy beaches and theme parks, is a perfect choice for a family vacation. If you're a mom planning a vacation to California for your family, there are a lot...

Blue Mountain is a ski resort near Palmerton, Pa., about 17 miles north of Allentown, that has the highest vertical drop in the state at 1,082 feet. It also has four terrain parks, 34 trails over...

Before the arrival of the Spanish in California, the Chumash Indians lived along the coast from Malibu to San Luis Obispo, as well as in part of the San Joaquin Valley. They were hunters,...

Tourism in New Zealand is focused around the nation's spectacular natural beauty. A good strategy for planning a trip there is to first choose a scenic area to explore, and then decide which town...

Most people wouldn't consider California when thinking about glaciers, but California is home to several hundred small glaciers and glacierets. Yosemite Valley, in particular, has been called a...

The Grand Teton Music Festival takes place from to July to August in Jackson Hole, Wyoming. The festival features concert events from the nation's finest musicians under a Rocky Mountain backdrop.

As part of the European Union, Germany holds to a number of requirements for Americans wishing to enter the country. Be sure to check with the U.S. Embassy if you have any concerns.

Adventure Island is a family fun center located just outside of Gulf Shores, Alabama. The park has numerous entertainment activities that will provide a day of fun for families looking to take a...

With a five-mile beachfront on the Gulf of Mexico, Texas's Mustang Island State Park is a popular destination for sunbathers and nature lovers. Campers will also love sleeping under the stars in...

Walt Disney World is the second of the four Disney theme parks and it is the most visited tourist destination in the world. The resort encompasses multiple theme parks, hotels and resorts,...

Crammed with wildlife and recreational activities, Fort Custer State Park remains popular among campers and avid outdoorsmen. It offers some of the finest park facilities in all of Michigan.

Also known as "the Heart of the Gold Coast," Pompano Beach is a small beachside community north of Miami known for boating and fishing, as well as diving and snorkeling. Visitors have a number of...

Baffin Island, the fifth-largest island in the world, is the largest island in the Canadian Arctic Archipelago, and is in the Canadian province of Nunavut. The island had a population of around...

Tenerife is the largest of the Canary Islands, a chain in the eastern Atlantic Ocean that is part of the territory of Spain. Tenerife attracts several million visitors a year with its dry, warm...

Walt Disney World's Old Key West Resort is proximate to downtown Disney, about 25 miles from Orlando International Airport. It is a 761 room resort that recreates the romance and flavor of the...

Each year, Custer State Park, located in western South Dakota, is home to the Trophy Bison Bull Hunt. Custer boasts one of the largest free-roaming bison herds in the world, totaling around 1,500...

Located in the Cascade Mountains of Southern Oregon, 100 miles east of the Pacific Ocean, Crater Lake National Park attracts travelers and nature lovers to its campgrounds, picnic areas and...

Consisting of 15 islands dispersed over 2 million square kilometers in the South Pacific Ocean, the Cook Islands are bordered by the Kingdom of Tonga and the Samoas to the west and Tahiti and the...

Situated 600 miles off the coast of Ecuador, in the midst of the Pacific Ocean, lay the Galapagos Islands. Renowned for fascinating wildlife, the Galapagos Islands beckon as a desirable vacation...

San Francisco, the beautiful city by the bay, is a major international tourism destination in the state of California. Although San Francisco can be an expensive destination and place to live,...

Winter Park Resort is the closest major ski resort to Denver International Airport. The over 3000 acre world renowned ski area is divided into 3 separate ski mountains: Mary Jane, Vasquez, and...

Deciding to take the family to Disney World can seem like a vacation dream come true for everyone, but the food budget. While visiting the parks a lot of money can be spent on meals. There are...

Cappadocia, located in the south-central Anatolia region of Turkey, is a magical region of columnar rock formations known as "fairy chimneys" that have been hollowed out over the centuries and...

In ancient times, Philo of Byzantium scribed the first recorded list of civilization's greatest structural accomplishments. He named these architectural masterpieces "The Seven Sights," which over...

A particularly intriguing aspect about visiting the Phoenix, Arizona, area is how little time it takes to move from a stroll in the desert to a seat in a concert hall. Whether you are looking for...

Planning a golf trip to Las Vegas can be an overwhelming task for any seasoned traveler. There are scores of golf courses and hundreds of hotels to choose from, making a relativity simple process...

The Great Wall of China is one of the historical wonders of the world and is a UNESCO World Heritage site. Originally built to keep out invaders, the wall spanned approximately 5,500 miles across...

The island of Hawaii is the youngest island in the Hawaiian chain. It is still growing and is the best place to see live volcano activity. It is also home to some of the best waters for snorkeling...

Visible from many corners of Paris and one of the world's most famous sites, the Eiffel Tower attracts millions to its location near the Seine river on the west end of a green esplanade called the...

The theme parks of the Walt Disney World Resort in Orlando, Florida, bring laughter and delight to their visitors. However, staying where the magic happens can cost hundreds of dollars a day. One...

Sprawling over 25,000 acres in Orlando, Florida, the Walt Disney World Resort is the largest of the Disney resorts and features seven themed resorts and 17 hotels, with 22,343 hotel rooms as of...

Publicized by the 1954 film "Three Coins in the Fountain," the Trevi Fountain in Rome is arguably the city's most famous and romantic water feature, attracting visitors to its small square in the...

A good strategy for planning a trip to Tanzania is to first decide which of the East African nation's attractions you are most interested in: its animal-filled national parks, the continent's...

With its impressive parade of historical, cultural and natural attractions, Egypt is one of the most visited countries on earth. But with so much to see, fitting your desired destinations into a...