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Five National Monuments In And Around The San Francisco Bay Area
Of America’s 73 national monuments, 11 are located in California. In the San Francisco Bay Area, there are just three national monuments. But what may seem as a surprise, Alcatraz Island isn’t part of these select few. Nevertheless, where are these fascinating Bay Area spots that were deemed national monuments by presidential proclamation? Here is a brief introduction to those three national treasures along with a few more outside of the Bay Area. Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument Highway 128 at Knoxville Road Winters, CA 95694 (530) 350-2599 www.berryessasnowmountain.org Current Status: Open Extending through seven counties, Berryessa Snow Mountain National Monument is among the newer…
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Historic Monuments To Visit On Veteran’s Day 2020
Among the best ways to pay tribute to our nation’s veterans is by visiting a military monument or memorial. With Veteran’s Day fast approaching, it might be a good time to start planning on where to go to pay your respects to those who have made enormous sacrifices while defending our country. While many national monuments and memorials may be too far to visit, there’s bound to be a place in your area where you can pay your respects on this important federal holiday. Bunker Hill Monument Monument Square Charleston, MA 02129 (617) 242-5601 https://www.nps.gov/bost.htm Current Status: Bunker Hill Museum is open on a modified basis.…
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Discover A National Park By Boat
Do you want to visit a national park but don’t like crowds? Even in today’s environment, America’s national parks can be more crowded than you’d like. Instead, why not visit one of the least visited segments of the National Park System? In fact, did you know that some U.S. national parks can only be reached or best enjoyed by boat or airplane? Here are five for you to consider for your next summer getaway. Please visit the National Park Service website for up-to-date information. Channel Islands National Park Ventura, CA 93001 (805) 658-5730 www.nps.gov/chis Located off the Southern California coast near Ventura, the Channel Islands…
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Are You A Travel Addict? – 20 Signs You Might Be Addicted To Traveling
Do you think you might be a travel addict? You might be, if you sometimes display signs of wanderlust withdrawals. But what are signs of a classic travel addict? See if you have some of those symptoms if you haven’t traveled for a while. If you have at least half of these 20 signs, you probably are! Happy traveling! Here are 20 signs that might indicate you’re a travel addict! 1. You can’t stop thinking about when you’ll embark on the next trip. Because you can’t stop thinking about it, you will oftentimes wake up in the middle of the night and…
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Five Places To Honor Martin Luther King Jr.
Martin Luther King Jr. Day is just around the corner and people across the nation are busy making final preparations for a number of special events. Held annually on the third Monday of January, MLK Day marks the birthday of Dr. King. However, the federal holiday is also intended to celebrate the life and legacy of the most important civil rights leader in American history. Although events in 2018 in observing MLK 50 were profoundly significant, this year’s holiday is also important as it marks the 25th anniversary of the MLK Day of Service, a day of volunteer service across the country. See where the best places are to honor…
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Best Hiking Destinations On The Pacific Coast
Whether you’re a beginning hiker or an advanced trekker, the Pacific Coast region offers a wealth of hiking trails that are perfectly suited just for you, your friends or loved ones. For many hikers, the preferred destination is the legendary Pacific Crest Trail, one of America’s first National Scenic Trails that extends 2,650 miles from the desert and Sierra Nevada regions of California, through the Cascades of Oregon and Washington and then into British Columbia, Canada. But what if you prefer equally scenic hiking trails that run closer along the Pacific Coast, with its spellbinding views of not only the Pacific Ocean but also the natural beauty it’s so famous…
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Seven Suggested Stops Along Wisconsin’s Great River Road
Wisconsin’s Great River Road is just part of America’s oldest National Byway, the more broadly named Great River Road, a fabulously scenic roadway that travels more than 2,000 miles across 10 U.S. states from Minnesota to Louisiana. But Wisconsin’s 250-mile stretch deserves a closer look, as it connects 33 historic towns and villages that reside along America’s second longest river and traverses through two National Wildlife Refuges, multiple state parks and of course, several extraordinary points of interest. If you’re looking for a new and fascinating unique adventure for a great American road trip, here are seven suggested stops from north to south, along the Badger State’s scenic byway. Stockholm…
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7 Family Friendly Campsites In America
One of America’s best and most popular family-friendly traditions is heading out on the open road for a fun-filled vacation. However, with rising fuel costs across the nation and peak rates for lodging, many families will have to tighten their travel budget a bit in order to get away from it all. Fortunately, there are thousands of affordable campgrounds to consider in America, where even a seven-night stay might equal a single night in a hotel or motel room. While most, if not all of the most popular campgrounds may not be available all year, here are seven great camping sites for a family friendly getaway. Ashland-White Mountains Jellystone Park…
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Beat The Summer Heat As Temperatures Soar In These Cooler Locales
The warmer months are upon us and all across the country Americans are hitting the road or the airways to take their long-awaited summer vacation. But not all travelers will want to spend their well-deserved time off in scorching heat or unbearable humidity. Instead, by selecting a destination that’s known to have a cooler summer climate as well as with plenty of fun things to do and great places to stay, vacationers will likely have a far better experience, especially if traveling by car. For a few suggestions, here are five great American cities to beat the heat this year on a summer getaway. Ann Arbor, Michigan Among the cities…
