Category: USA Travel
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Mission San Francisco Solano – est 1823 | California History
Founded in 1823, Mission San Francisco Solano in northern California is one of twenty-one historic missions that are part of this state’s rich Spanish history. Lining the western coast of California from San Diego to Sonoma, the string of missions of Alta California are a visual timeline and reminders of this state’s growth. This California…
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Carmel Mission Basilica – est 1770 | California History
Founded in 1770, Carmel Mission Basilica in California is one of twenty-one historic missions that are part of this state’s rich Spanish history. Lining the western coast of California from San Diego to Sonoma, the string of missions of Alta California are a visual timeline and reminders of this state’s growth. This California mission system…
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Arrow Rock – A National Historic Landmark | Discovering Missouri
In the middle of America there is a time capsule of a town called Arrow Rock, which is located near the Missouri River. This quaint village has a population of just above 60 people and was founded in 1829. It was designated a National Historic Landmark by the National Park Services in 1963. Arrow Rock…
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Tybee Island Light Station & Museum | Oldest in Georgia
When visiting the easy going island of Tybee, one cannot pass on the chance of visiting the oldest and tallest lighthouse in Georgia. I know I could not since I always had a fascination with lighthouses. The Tybee Island lighthouse was a great addition to my visit to Georgia, and I suggest it to anyone…
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Dole Plantation | Hawaii’s Biggest Pineapple Experience
When you think of pineapples, there are many words that may come to mind – sweet, juicy, and probably ‘Dole’. The brand name Dole, which you can also find labeled on other fruits such as bananas, grapes, and juices began on the island of O’ahu in Hawaii, by James Dole in the early 20th century.…
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Bridal Cave – Lake of the Ozarks | Discovering Missouri
In the middle of America is the state of Missouri, which is known as the “Cave State”, and boasts at having almost 6,400 caves. Many of the caves and caverns you can visit with a tour guide, and I recommend a visit to at least one as part of your Missouri experience. I truly enjoy…
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New Orleans – NOLA | Discovering Louisiana
New Orleans, or simply NOLA, is a city like no other in the United States. It has a culture unique to the area- combined with its architecture, cuisine, music, and a bit of Voodoo magic, it is intriguing in every way possible. When I had visited it was during the summer months, it was raining…
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Old Town Kotor – A UNESCO World Heritage Site | Exploring Montenegro
Just speaking the name “Montenegro” sounds majestic and magnificent. Visiting the country was even more magnificent than speaking its name. Montenegro quickly became an Adriatic Sea favorite for me after visiting the old towns of Kotor, Perast, and Budva. In a cloistered district within a beautiful bay is the old fortified city of Kotor, that…
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Pearl Harbor National Memorial | Discovering Oahu, Hawaii
Visiting the Pearl Harbor National Memorial was a very different experience for me, in comparison with the other WWII sites that I have seen on my extensive travels. I had visited many WWII sites throughout the UK and Europe; and each site was a crystal clear example of how Europe was altered during the war,…
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Yosemite National Park – A UNESCO World Heritage Site | Exploring California
Yosemite National Park in California is one of the most majestic, and breathtaking valleys on Earth. It is more than a place to camp and hike; Yosemite is a special place to recharge, to be grateful that you are alive, and are spending time in its valley. There are no words to truly describe the…
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Franklin D. Roosevelt’s Little White House | Warm Springs, Georgia
A Detailed Look into FDR’s Little White House FDR’s Little White House- A simple and modest home tucked away in the woods of Warm Springs, Georgia. This was where Franklin D. Roosevelt found solace during his presidency, and swam in the local hot springs hoping to find a cure for the later effects of childhood…
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New Mexico’s Route 66 | Road Tripping in America
Road Tripping along America’s Mother Road- Route 66 and Interstate 40 has always been an adventure for me in the past two decades. Sometimes it was a quick drive where I stopped for sleep, a meal, and gas. While there were other times that I took my time and stopped off at Albuquerque, Santa Fe…
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Route 66 via Arizona | America Road Tripping
Road Tripping along America’s Mother Road- Route 66, or along Interstate 40, has been an adventure for me in the last two decades. At times it was a quick drive where I stopped for sleep, a meal and gas. While there were other trips that I took my time and stopped off at the Grand…
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Vizcaya Museum & Gardens in Miami | Discovering Florida
As a person who always had a fascination with art, design, antiques and landscape architecture, I was excited to visit the Vizcaya Museum and Gardens. I have traveled to Europe many times over, studying and admiring the craftmanship of centuries of architectural styles, and walking through lush extravagant gardens. I was looking forward to see…