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Sometime in the 1950s a car passed through the small mountain town of Florissant, Colorado. The car stopped at what is known today as Florissant Fossil Beds National Monument. The world’s most famous animator stepped from the vehicle. Walt Disney spent time at the site, …
Kauai is Hawaii’s Garden Isle. When you take the Fern Grotto tour, you will understand why the island gets that name. The Fern Grotto highlights the lush landscape that has made Kauai a destination location, What is the Fern Grotto? The Fern Grotto is a …
Christmas is such a busy time of the year. After holiday baking, shopping for gifts, wrapping those gifts, and preparing for company Christmas parties, it feels like there is not enough time to add anything else to your schedule. However, if you are in the …
An essential stop on any visit to Oahu is the Pearl Harbor National Memorial. At the site, you can see the U.S.S. Arizona (sunk during the infamous December 7, 1941 attack), tour the Bowfin submarine, and walk aboard the U.S.S. Missouri, the vessel where the …
We all want to leave a story for those who come after us. It’s an innate instinct. Whether through words, music, or art, we want to leave something of value for those who come after us. Throughout the ages, humans have left a record with …
Las Vegas is known for slot machines and table games. But, it is home to the Pinball Hall of Fame too. Here’s all you need to know to spend and hour (or two) at the Pinball Hall of Fame Pinball Hall of Fame Details The …
Giraffes in Waikiki? Yep. You’ll see the African animals and many others at the Honolulu Zoo. The Honolulu Zoo, located in Waikiki, is a fun stop for families visiting Oahu. Our family visited the zoo a couple of times, and we would like to share …
Grand Canyon National Park is one of the most famous places to visit in the United States. The site is considered one of the seven natural wonders of the world. But, what can you do during a visit to the National Park Site. We’ll let …
Sometimes, things fall into your lap serendipitously. That was the case when I learned that the Hokulea Canoe toured our island. I knew that my family had to get to the harbor to see the wayfaring vessel that circumnavigated the globe. What I did not …
There are so many things to do on Kauai. Activities abound. And that sometimes means crowds everywhere. However, your trip to the Garden Island need not be crowded. Here are ten Kauai hidden hot spots. Princeville Botanical Gardens Nestled on Kauai’s north shore is this …
The Cayman Islands is a chain of three islands in the Caribbean. People flock to the Cayman Islands for the warm climate, the tropical island vibes, and the spectacular beaches. Grand Cayman is a popular cruise ship destination. If, like us, you visit Grand Cayman …
Hoover Dam is one of the world’s modern structural wonders. The dam, bridging Arizona and Nevada provides energy to much of the Western United States. Over the years, a trip to Hoover Dam has changed. We’ll show you what you can expect visiting Hoover Dam. …
Kauai, Hawaii is an island with untold numbers of natural wonders. One of the most spectacular of those is Ke’e Beach on Kauai’s North Shore. Have you heard of Ke’e Beach? If so, you have probably also read a lot of confusing facts about permits …