I suspect that even Chuck Norris would quiver a little at the sight of Niagara Falls. I’m sure many turn up thinking they’re about to see one of the highest waterfalls in the world, but that’s a mistake. The Niagara Falls aren’t particularly lofty, but they sure are powerful. It’s the force and volume of water passing over the...
There are many sights to see on the National Mall in Washington DC.
The term "mall" originally meant a place where people played pall-mall, a game similar to croquet. By the mid 1700s it had come to mean a tree-lined park where people went to walk and socialize.
The National Mall is a national park in downtown Washington, D.C., the capital...
Summer is one of the best times to visit New York City. Many of the locals leave their urban confines for their summer homes, kids go away to camp, and everyone else seems to leave on the weekends. You almost have the city to yourself. Thus, the city provides a variety of cheap and free things to do to...
There is a lot going on in Clearwater, Florida. At the Clearwater Marine Aquarium you can meet Winter, the cousin of famous TV dolphin, Flipper, or if you are there at the right time of year, you can watch the world champion Philadelphia Phillies swinging away at their spring training facilities – but these are bonuses. The real allure...
Orlando in Florida is the destination of millions of holidaymakers this summer from all over the world. It is one of those unique destinations that has something to appeal to all ages, and even those intended for the kids are hugely enjoyed by the adults. The main problem with a trip to Orlando is planning an itinerary that takes...
In recent years, cheap flights to New York have put it on the map as a realistic destination for the budget holidaymaker. Flights can now be found at rates similar to prices from the UK to other European countries and flight times make a weekend in the Big Apple quite manageable. This has meant a piece of the American...
As much as Vancouver is known for its sophisticated restaurants and vibrant cultural scene, the city is also an exciting outdoor playground. Within the city limits are miles of sandy beaches for sunning, leafy parks for strolling and biking, and inlets, bays, and wide open waters for paddling and sailing. Plus its moderate climate, highlighted by dry and sunny...
If you’re reading this, then you’re most likely in Montreal and ready to attend the 32nd Festival International de Jazz de Montreal, the world’s largest jazz festival. It’s a mega event in Montreal, and rivals New Orleans Jazz Fest with its stellar lineup of some of the biggest names in jazz, blues, soul, reggae, and contemporary sounds.
The event, which...
Orlando, America’s playground, sparkles with endless fun and showcases some of the best theme parks in the world. The mega multi-sensory rides, the thrilling adventures, the awesome sights and sounds. It’s a world-class theme park showcase, from Walt Disney World and Gatorland to Universal Studios Orlando and SeaWorld. Plus, you can eat your way through a mouth-watering array of...
