Children’s museums are magical places where imagination and education go hand in hand, but it is difficult to find one that surpasses The Children’s Museum of Indianapolis. Founded in 1925, the museum has moved location and expanded several times since. Nearly 500,000 square feet in size, the current museum is also home to an additional …
One of the best ways to enjoy America’s stunning beauty is by train. And, Amtrak’s Coast Starlight that transports passengers from Los Angeles, winding up the West Coast to Washington with spectacular views of nature, is one of country’s most beautiful train rides. It’s also a very reasonable way of catching the beauty with rates …
Once on the island, you’ll find remnants of Nantucket’s storied past everywhere—from the native Wampanoag peoples, the island’s original inhabitants, to early European settlements and the island’s dominance in whaling during the mid-18th century. In the downtown district, chic boutiques and art galleries line cobblestone streets while upscale restaurants occupy historic structures. Nantucket has one …
One of the best places on earth to experience the northern lights is Fairbanks, Alaska, ideally situated under the “Auroral Oval.” Add to that Fairbanks’ low precipitation and distance from coastal areas insure consistently clear nights. Explore Fairbanks has unveiled the Aurora and Midnight Sun Tracker to help you know when and where to be …
Today, when people refer to Hollywood as the heart of movie-making and celebrity sightings, they are no longer referring to Hollywood itself, but rather Tinsel town in general where the business of making magic extends to several surrounding cities. But, you’d have a hard time convincing tourists of that reality who arrive from all over …
This summer, living with minimal emissions will be put to the test. Neste, which is dedicated to exploring new ideas for a cleaner future, is building a prototype of a cabin that has a minimal environmental impact in terms of both carbon dioxide emissions and concrete impact on nature. The Nolla (= zero) cabin, designed …
San Diego has become renown for its cutting-edge bistros and variety of creative cuisines. So, no wonder that new exciting choices are springing up—some here for the feasting now and others on the near horizon. Take a look, then take a trip to savor the flavors a la San Diego. Mangia! The highly anticipated Little …
Situated in the foothills of the scenic Sangre de Cristo Mountains, it is easy to see why Santa Fe’s natural beauty has been an inspiration to artistically creative souls since its inception. Founded by Spanish Governor Don Pedro de Peralta, Santa Fe stands as the oldest continuous capital in the United States—and at 7,260 feet …
Evan Evans’ two new “The Crown”-inspired itineraries offer the perfect day out for followers of the multi-award-winning series. Fans can fill the void of watching a new season of “The Crown” by taking one (or both) of the two new private chauffeur tours from Evan Evans during their next visit to the UK. These tours bring together the …
San Francisco’s Presidio is a perfect summer vacation equation. The national park offers free public programs and events, a public golf course, the world-class Inn at the Presidio as well as the new Lodge at the Presidio and the Presidio Officers’ Club, San Francisco’s most historic building. A wide range of recreation, wellness, and dining …
The Mariposa Grove of Giant Sequoias in Yosemite National Park recently reopened following three years of restoration to save the lives of the trees. Along with the unveiling comes a new hassle-free option for traveling to the grove that’s filled with some of the largest trees on earth if you are headed from various Southern …
Day 1 Sleep in (you’ll need the rest), then start your first day by having lunch at one of these popular brew pubs. Consider the Austin Beer Garden Brewing Co. for a little live music, along with crave-worthy pizza and craft beers. From dunkels to double IPAs, it’s hard to go wrong at ABGB. Relax on the …