Destinations Articles
Whether it began as a scientific experiment or an intriguing sociological test, Biosphere 2 is an impressive world-renowned structure. The 3.5-acre facility, located in Oracle, AZ just north of Tucson, was originally built to serve as an artificial ecological system, but has become an ideal attraction for student group travelers with an avid interest in technology and science.
Sun, 23 Dec 2007: Window to the Stars
Kitt Peak National Observatory, the world's largest collection of telescopes, is located high above the Sonoran Desert on the Tohono O'odham Reservation, 55 miles southwest of Tucson, AZ. Home to 22 optical and two radio telescopes, the observatory represents dozens of astronomical research institutions and is operated by the National Optical Astronomy Observatory (NOAO).
Sun, 23 Dec 2007: Preserving America's Most Valuable Documents
Standing between two of Washington D.C.'s most prominent buildings, the White House and the Capitol, the National Archives is home to hundreds of important national documents. Student group travelers will want to include a stop at this popular venue during their next trip to Washington, DC.
Sun, 23 Dec 2007: Top of the Rock at Rockefeller Center
Student group travelers seeking the ultimate New York City experience can now add Top of the Rock at the Rockefeller Center to their list. Reopened in November 2005, Top of the Rock welcomes visitors to a unique venue, removed from the hustle and bustle of the city.
Sun, 23 Dec 2007: Welcoming Immigrants to America for More Than a Century
She's one of the country's most recognized women and she has aged gracefully since her arrival in 1886. Lighting the way for immigrants, visitors, and travelers, the Statue of Liberty was presented to the United States by France in commemoration of the country's centennial and as a gesture of friendship from France.
Sun, 23 Dec 2007: Villa in Tuscany: Spending Quiet Time
One disadvantage of going on a vacation is that some people need a vacation as soon as they get back from vacation! For this reason, I recommend finding a villa in Tuscany.
Sat, 22 Dec 2007: Treasure Islands in Vietnam
It's hard to imagine anywhere more beautiful than the islands of the Truong Sa Archipelago. Nguyen Nhung recalls her adventures in this remote island paradise.
Fri, 21 Dec 2007: Skiing In Innsbruck: The 'In' Thing To Do
There's a host of ski regions to choose from in Europe for this year's ski holiday season - but few can match the atmosphere generated by Innsbruck in Austria.
Fri, 21 Dec 2007: Social Aspects of Living in Birmingham
Birmingham is an ethnically diverse city which celebrates the festivities of all the cultures and religions that are to be found in the city. Just as the traditional holidays of Christmas and Easter are celebrated so are many more.
Mon, 17 Dec 2007: Aberdeen's Churches and Statues
The City of Aberdeen has received widespread acclaim for the rich history and splendour of its churches, which are another good reason why Aberdeen has come to be regarded as Europe's City of Granite.
Mon, 17 Dec 2007: Motor Home Guide to Idaho Outdoors
Idaho is a popular motor home destination in the United States. Here you can enjoy the beauty of lush, evergreen covered mountains, and do some fishing and hiking. In your RV, you can visit Idaho, "the Gem of the Mountains".
Sun, 16 Dec 2007: North America's Top Resort Spas Enchant Guests with Luxury Services
The spa industry is booming. But when it comes to making a decision on where to invest your time and dollars to reap the best rewards in beauty and wellness, the choices can be dizzying. Conde Nast Traveler, the best resource for travel, conducted its reader spa poll to compile the top resort spas in North America and the Caribbean.
Sun, 16 Dec 2007: American Landscapes from an Artist's Perspective
My viewpoint as an artist about my favorite American scenic places.
Tue, 11 Dec 2007: The Geography of Birmingham
Birmingham is a metropolitan borough of the West Midlands and a unitary authority in its own right. However, it also still retains historic links with the counties of; Warwickshire, Worcestershire and Shropshire to which its suburbs once belonged.
Tue, 11 Dec 2007: Montreal Savoir-Faire with Old World Charm
Old World charm, and a modern style all its own are trademarks of Montreal, Canada. Here, the old lives alongside the new, comfortably creating a unique experience for student group travelers with an interest in history, culture, or just wanting to sharpen their French language skills in North America's largest bilingual city.
Mon, 10 Dec 2007: Aberdeen International Youth Festival
The City of Aberdeen is a lively place and is famous for its year-round array of festivals, but there is no other festival that the city celebrates with more fervour than the Aberdeen International Youth Festival.
Sat, 8 Dec 2007: The Scoop on Hotels in Fayetteville, NC
Those who have family and friends living in Fort Bragg or many spouses of military personnel as well as business people and those relocating to Fayetteville, NC find the convenience of an extended stay hotel to be the perfect accommodation.
Sat, 8 Dec 2007: A Guide To The Fayetteville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (FACVB)
The Fayetteville Area Convention & Visitors Bureau (FACVB) is responsible for advertising and informing people about the city of Fayetteville, North Carolina and the Cumberland County area. The information they provide is used to promote the region as a quality travel destination, whether it is for business gatherings, vacation spots, or just to visit the area.
Thu, 6 Dec 2007: I Dream Of A Majorca Property
After resigning from job, I consider the option of buying a property in Spain and share my experiences of my first ever beach holiday.
Thu, 6 Dec 2007: Autumn Snow Brings 2008 Ski Season Hope
Weather patterns across Europe this year led to heatwaves in some countries, and floods in England.
But October's snow in Austria and the Pyrenees brought welcome hope to Andorra that 2008 could return as a normal ski season after a poor 2007.
Tue, 4 Dec 2007: Spa Resorts In St. Thomas - You Do Have Options
If you are interested in spending the day at a spa, you may want to consider vacationing at a spa resort. Below is a summary of three top rated spa resorts in St. Thomas.
Tue, 4 Dec 2007: Entertainment, Restaurants and Bars in Birmingham
With the exception of two of the city's theatres, most of the night-life in Birmingham is centred on the Broad Street area, which includes the International Convention Centre, the National Indoor Arena, the Symphony Hall and the Repertory Theatre.
Mon, 3 Dec 2007: Majorca Holidays End 2007 On A High
A good summer season attracted holidaymakers to the Spanish holiday island of Majorca by the million - but high numbers of out of season tourists have put the icing on the cake for the island's holiday trade for this year.
Mon, 3 Dec 2007: The Aberdeen Football Club
The City of Aberdeen has distinguished itself in the world of sports. It is renowned for golf with the sixth oldest gold club in the world, its superb swimming team and its two football teams, Cove Rangers F.C. and Aberdeen Football Club.
Sat, 1 Dec 2007: Do I Need To Know What Is A GPS System?
The Global Positioning System (GPS) is a U.S. space-based radio navigation system that provides reliable positioning, navigation, and timing services to civilian users on a continuous worldwide basis -- freely available to all.
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