Finding airline ticket deals and discounts are the best ways to save money on a vacation. In the pre-internet days, travelers would scour through local and national newspapers to find the best deals. Some would make telephone calls to their favorite travel agent and their competitors. These practices are still relevant today. Fortunately with ... [Read more]
Did you know the Philadelphia Zoo is America’s first zoo and was opened on July 1, 1874? The admission was 25 cents for adults and 10 cents for children at the time. Today, your pocket change will no longer admit you and your family to any zoo in America except for the free admission Smithsonian Zoo in Washington DC. A trip to a zoo gives children ... [Read more]
Boston is an ideal destination for history buffs, outdoor enthusiasts, foodies and anyone who likes to do things their own way. The city has over 150,000 students in institutions of higher learning and is home to the first university in the United States – Harvard. Among the many firsts in America, there are five major things that made their inceptions ... [Read more]
In London the iconic historic landmarks take center stage, with four UNESCO World Heritage Sites beckoning you to explore. They are the Palace of Westminster and Westminster Abbey, the Tower of London, Maritime Greenwich and the Kew Royal Botanic Gardens. Beyond visiting these historic sites, there is a long list of things to do in London. To make ... [Read more]
From London and Manchester to York and Edinburgh, you’ll find many ways to get from one destination to another. Great Britain is a perfect country for road trips, that is if you don’t mind driving on the ‘wrong side’ of the road - on the left. For those who prefer letting others do the driving, there are always trains to ride and the buses to ... [Read more]
