Historical military posts can be a neat place to visit. Not only are the surroundings usually beautiful, but there are always stories. Fort Davis was a major player in the Southwest's history. From the mid-1800s to nearly the end of the century, this ... Read More >
Experience the History of the Algarve
Many historically significant places are visited every year by tourists who'd like to see how life once was. Locals usually have explored sufficiently, or because they have grown up with the site in their back yard, it doesn't seem to draw the same ... Read More >
Barkerville, British Columbia – Site of the Canadian Gold Rush
Barkerville, British Columbia is the region's largest and most well-preserved historic site. Heritage buildings and shops line the planked streets, and shop owners sell Victorian-period wares. The town has a lot of pride surrounding its miraculous ... Read More >
Grano de Oro Hotel in San Jose, Costa Rica
When you think Costa Rica, you probably envision lush, verdant green as far as the eye can see, and tropical breezes dancing on your skin – and you wouldn't be far from reality. The Grano de Oro Hotel of San Jose offers the ambiance of a ... Read More >
Amberley Castle – West Sussex, England
Amberley Castle's lands were given to Bishop Wilfrid as a gift from Caedwalla the King of Wessex in 683. The buildings that are now part of the castle originated as a log-framed lodge built by Bishop Luffa in 1103 as a respite for hunting. The next ... Read More >
Bothwell Lodge – Sedalia, Missouri
If you have ever complained about the costs of cooling your home on those warm and muggy summer days, it might behoove you to take note of the architectural design of the Bothwell House in Sedalia that was built above a natural cave system that ... Read More >
Carhenge – Alliance, Nebraska
Jim Reinders has experimented with various mediums for creating art his entire life. When he lived in Europe, he had a unique opportunity to study Stonehenge and its purposeful design. He had a strong desire to recreate Stonehenge – both in size and ... Read More >
Things to Do in Oranjestad, Aruba
With near-constant temps hovering around 82 degrees Fahrenheit year-round, the island of Aruba is perpetual summer. Even though there's barely any rain to dampen your plans, the number of things to do on this island will hardly fit into just one ... Read More >
North American Geographical Center – Rugby (or Robinson?), North Dakota
In 1931, Rugby, North Dakota, became the self-proclaimed center of geographical North America. The spot is marked by a monument that stands fifteen-feet-tall, surrounded by flagpoles. But even locals never believed it. In fact, says one, Rugby ... Read More >
Ol’ Hardhide – Ponchatoula, Louisiana
While known for milder things, like strawberries and American flags, Ponchatoula, Louisiana has a toothy mascot in the center of town that gives this community its edge. This mascot is known as Ol' Hardhide, and he came to win the hearts of ... Read More >
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