The Bronx Zoo is the largest metropolitan zoo in the United States, comprised of 265 acres of natural habitats and over 4,000 animals. The Zoo was opened on November 8, 1899 and was focused on conservation - something it still practices today. The Bronx Zoo is owned and operated by the Wildlife Conservation Society (formerly [...]
It is now called Calpe, which means steep, rocky hill, but when it was settled by the Phoenicians, it was called Ifach, which simply means "north". But by any name, this beautiful town is a perfect spot for a vacation on Spain's Costa Brava on the Mediterranean Sea. Ideally situated between Altea and [...]
Maybe you are visiting Texas to see family or maybe you are coming for a working vacation. There are many different things you can do to fill your spare time with fun and exciting activities. No matter what you are into Texas has lots of cool things to tell your friends about when you get [...]
Knowing more about where you are going for your vacation will help you to have an even better vacation. When you learn more about what time of year to go to your ideal vacation spot can help you to get the most out of your trip. Knowing about the culture and history can [...]
Orlando is rightly famous for Disney World and the other exciting theme parks in the region, but it also has some fine museums and cultural centers that can give you a nice change of pace and culturally enrich your vacation. Here is a brief guide to some of the museums of Orlando.
Albin Polasek Museum & [...]
For travelers an excellent destination is Illinois which offers a variety of options. The best option is to visit Chicago and enjoy the many museums and cultural scenes it has to offer. The Museum of Science and Industry is one option travelers should always go see along with the Brookfield Zoo. If you travel to [...]
Richmond upon Thames is every tourist's dream destination. It has, amongst others, the oldest bridge crossing the Thames, a view from Richmond Hill which is protected by an Act of Parliament dated 1902, a World Heritage Site in the beautiful Kew Gardens, the National Archives, a wide range of beautiful and historic parks and the [...]
When the seasons begin to change and the frost wholeheartedly appears on our doorsteps, we know that winter is here. While this can be uplifting and exciting for some, the majority of us cringe when snow is on the mind. Luckily, just because the season has changed, doesn't mean that you have to suffer. Looking [...]
If you live in the Indiana, Kentucky, Ohio region of America, you really do owe it to yourself to make a little trip to Nashville, Indiana sometime in the near future. Nicknamed the "Little Smokies", and referred to by most of us as "Brown County", this thriving artist community is located about an hour from [...]
If you are looking for a great getaway or a fun family outing, Florida has some exceptional theme parks that can be enjoyed by the very young to the retired visitors. These parks have something for everyone. You can have an action packed weekend, or a relaxing getaway lying by the pool or [...]