The United States is a great place to live and to explore. It is an immense country full of states that often seem like little countries of their own. Each state has its own culture, history, and attractions. Since our country is so big, and would take a lifetime to explore, we want to go…

The United States is a great place to live and to explore. It is an immense country full of states that often seem like little countries of their own. Each state has its own culture, history, and attractions. Since our country is so big, and would take a lifetime to explore, we want to go…

The United States is a great place to live and to explore. It is an immense country full of states that often seem like little countries of their own. Each state has its own culture, history, and attractions. Since our country is so big, and would take a lifetime to explore, we want to go…

There are so many ways to travel the world these days. The list includes planes, cars, busses, pogo sticks, and boats. But the train is still one of the coolest. It is neither new nor is it always the fastest. But it is often the coolest and most comfortable. We like taking long train rides, reading…

On any given day in the US, more than 87,000 flights fill the skies above our heads. That means hundreds of thousands of people speeding through the air, all trying to get somewhere. Airports all over the country and abroad help to make this happen. 12 out of the world's 30 busiest airports by total passengers…

#2. William Kidd  William Kidd, a fashionable Scotsman, was a socialite in New York when he was commissioned to rid the seas of piracy. Not too long after his crew elected him as Pirate Captain and he reluctantly accepted. He buried his treasure in Long Island and eventually found his end hanging from a noose (his…

As pirates there are a few things we know a lot about. One of them is buried treasure, but another Caribbean beaches. The Caribbean is full of beautiful islands and gorgeous beaches. Here are our top choices. #1. Playa Flamenco, Culebra, Puerto Rico Playa Flamenco tops our list for several reasons, starting with no need…

The US is known globally for a lot of things. Hostels are not one of them. That said, over the last decade the sheer number and of hostels in the US has blown up more than your Facebook page. So here is our list of America’s best hostels, based on availability, cleanliness, amenities, environmental friendliness,…

Fall is here, and with it comes the cold. We have put together our favorite places to stay warm, save money, and enjoy the changing colors, all with out needing a passport.    #1. Albuquerque, New Mexico Each October, from the 4th through the 12th, Albuquerque hosts the Balloon Fiesta, where hundreds of hot air balloons take…

Not all airports are created equal. While some airports may be major transportation hubs with flights anywhere if you are willing to pay for it, others offer a cheaper approach. These airports provide service all over the country, including the international hubs, as well as some international flights. This great list is sourced at CheapFlights under the…

Escape the crowds, warm up a bit, and gain a new perspective. Visit our National Parks in the off-season to enjoy a completely different side of them. Here are our top picks. For attractions and places; visit TripAdvisor. 1. Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado The beautiful Rocky Mountain National Park is home to more than…

The world is huge and full of some amazing views, from luscious rainforests to city skylines. One of the few ways to improve such a setting is to add an infinity pool. Infinity pools offer a mixing of the comfort of a pool with the stunning effect of the horizon meeting the unpunctuated water. The…

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