Monthly Archives: April 2016

5 Best Theme Parks in the Midwest

5 Best Theme Parks in the Midwest
Most people adore theme parks, which is why they gain so much attention and acclaim as the summer seasons roll by. There's nothing more fun than a warm early summer day with your friends, trying out all of the major rides or walking the park with a funnel cake in hand. The coastlines, however, get…
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Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey

Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey Monterey's historic fish market and commercial wharf, Fisherman's Wharf is now primarily a tourist attraction bringing in thousands of visitors a year for the dining and entertainment attractions available. Established in 1870 by the Pacific Coast Steamship Company, the wharf operated solely as a fisherman's loading and unloading area for commercial operations.…
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A California Adventure

A California Adventure
The youngest sister of the American Disney parks and part of the original Disneyland Resort, California Adventure has a lot to live up to but she does it splendidly. Over 72 acres and seven themed areas for adventure, this park's purely California personality will charm your socks off! So what is there to see in…
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Colton Hall

Colton Hall [caption id="attachment_35102" align="alignright" width="425"] Colton Hall Pixabay Public Domain[/caption] Billed as the building where the state of California was born, Colton Hall is one of the most significant and popular attractions in Monterey. Monterey was once the capital of Alta California, a large province under the control of the Spanish Crown until the…
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Cathedral San Carlos Borromeo

Cathedral San Carlos Borromeo [caption id="attachment_35105" align="alignright" width="425"] Monterey Mission Pixabay Public Domain[/caption] Also known as the Royal Presidio Cathedral, San Carlos Borromeo is the oldest continuously operated parish, as well as the oldest stone building, in California. Today, it is the only surviving presidio church in California, making it a historic landmark as well as…
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7 Exciting Educational Trips for 2017

7 Exciting Educational Trips for 2017
Student trips are about a lot more than just having fun and celebrating the end of the year. Sometimes they are all about education outside of the classroom, culture immersion, and fact-filled adventures. 2017 is the perfect year to take your student group on an educational outing, with so many special opportunities coming that we…
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Destination Space Station – Florida’s Space Coast

Destination Space Station – Florida’s Space Coast
Florida's Space Coast lies on the east-central coast of the state, commanding attention as it plays home to not only the Kennedy Space Center but Cape Canaveral Air Force Station as well. Here is where space shuttles and rockets have flown into outer space, bringing back news of wonder and expanding our knowledge on earth.…
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Student Budget Trip: Ocean City

Student Budget Trip: Ocean City
So you're heading into summer with bright eyes and a plan to travel. One great destination, especially for students, is Ocean City, Maryland. Surrounded by the Atlantic Ocean, covered in activities (many of which are free!), doused in the bright colors of fun and spontaneity, all while embracing their natural roots and ecotourism attractions. Ocean…
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Waipi’O Valley Overlook

Waipi’O Valley Overlook [caption id="attachment_35073" align="alignright" width="424"] beautiful black stone beach - Waipio valley, Hawaii island Stockfresh[/caption] The Waipi’O Valley Overlook, located in sunny and beautiful Waimea, is among the most popular scenic destinations on the Big Island. More specifically located along the northern Hamakua Coast, this boyhood home of King Kamehameha is a very important…
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Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park

Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park Aloha, and welcome to Kealakekua Bay State Historical Park. This expansive and extremely scenic state park is located just 12 miles south of Kaika Village in South Kona. Kealakekua Bay is the site of the very first contact between Hawaiians and Westerners, today a traditionally religious and historic site visited…
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