Before celebrities such as Donald Trump and Bill Gates built their extreme estates, there were a handful of wealthy families in the United States who made an art of building astounding homes, many of which resembled European castles and fortresses. (continue...)
Angel Island State Park is one of the San Francisco Bay Area’s best-kept secrets. Attracting mostly residents and children on school trips, the park offers quiet beaches, recreational activities, historic attractions and unparalleled views of the entire San Francisco Bay. Tourists often miss out on this attraction because of (continue...)
Imagine a world of towering carnivores battling over fallen prey, shrieking pterodons gliding through the air, long-necked herbivores reaching for plants several stories high, and 50-foot marine creatures pillaging the sea for their next meal. This was the landscape of Earth during the Mesozoic Era. (continue...)
Interested in the paranormal and macabre? Throughout the United States, a vast selection of off-beat and informative attractions are readily available, in fact an entire vacation can be planned around them... (continue...)
California produces everything that is needed for a party - a variety of superb world class wines, a plethora of produce and gastronomical treats, wonderful weather and friendly people. Musicians and entertainers either from California or drawn to California complete the picture. Combine these party ingredients with a reason to celebrate and a festival is created. (continue...)
The films that reach the multiplex are only the tip of the iceberg when it comes to cinema; for every huge Hollywood spectacle that premieres across North America, there are dozens more films around the world that never make it to a mass audience... (continue...)
Frank Lloyd Wright is recognized as one of the United States' most influential architects. During his illustrious career, Wright created more than 1,100 designs, of which 532 were constructed. His buildings were modern beyond their years and many of them welcome visitors for educational tours. (continue...)
The Los Angeles area is scattered with fun-filled theme parks ideal for every age. There are four main parks in the area, all within fairly close proximity to Los Angeles itself. Disneyland Park, Knott's Berry Farm, Universal Studios and Six Flags Magic Mountain are jam-packed with excitement and adventure, boasting towering, spine-tingling rollercoasters, eye-popping 3D shows and rip-roaring water rides. (continue...)
Surrounded by the spectacular natural beauty of rolling hills, mountains, sunny skies and some of the best wine in the world, travelers will not be disappointed on a Napa Valley wine tour. Located in northern California, Napa Valley's Mediterranean climate is ideal for growing quality grapes and ensuring visitors enjoy (continue...)
Only one sport can boast
having more Fortune 500 company sponsors than any other, attendances that
consistently average over 100,000 people and merchandise sales that are
worth billions of dollars annually. NASCAR can... (continue...)
Few sports have a fan base as devoted as NCAA football, the intercollegiate variant of American football. Division-IA teams, representing the premier teams in the league and not by coincidence some of the most prestigious universities in the country, consistently sell out stadiums that hold as many as 100,000 fans. Big games between division rivals draw tens of thousands of spectators from far-flung cities. (continue...)
Unlocking a fascinating world perhaps otherwise only seen in nature documentaries or on an African safari, today’s zoos are losing a tarnished reputation of cruelty and are instead heralded as environmental blessings. The world’s greatest zoos are committed to the conservation of wildlife and its natural environment and are making a positive impact on the survival of threatened species in the wild. (continue...)
The United States is home to more theme parks and Family Entertainment Centers than any other country in the world. From the large corporate parks, like those in the Disney and Six Flags families, to small family-owned and operated parks... (continue...)
San Francisco is a city steeped in history and known for its vivid arts scene, progressive attitudes and diverse culture. While one could easily spend more than a week exploring the city, three days will provide a taste of what San Francisco has to offer and will ensure more than one return trip to this unique and vibrant city. (continue...)
It's so easy when life consists of loud music, parties, drinking and having nothing but a good time. Many young rebels, eccentrics and party-happy fun-seekers live this life every night on the infamous Sunset Boulevard. The portion of the road that plays host to the all-night debauchery has simply become known as “The Sunset Strip.” This popular stretch of road in West Hollywood (continue...)
Contemporary urban art is a visceral and exhilarating movement that can no longer be ignored. Vilified by some, and championed by others, the evolution of the art-form has a storied past. In its infantile stage the art was a method for neighborhood gangs to mark their territories. "Tagging" was soon taken up by street artists and art-school students who enjoyed the notoriety and competition of seeing who could leave their mark in as many locations as possible. (continue...)
