Cerro de La Muerte Mountain Range With a name like Mountain of Death, how could you not be excited about a visit?? All joking aside, Cerro de la Muerte Mountain Range is actually quite a beautiful place, and actually not nearly as death-ridden as it was in the past. A part of the Talamanca Mountain…
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Cartago
Cartago [caption id="attachment_23069" align="alignright" width="425"] Cartago Costa Rica[/caption] Cartago is both a city and a province, one rich in history, culture, and beauty. The city of Cartago is one of the oldest in the country, the first capital city of Costa Rica until 1823. The town was founded by Juan Vasquez de Coronado in 1563,…
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Irazu Volcano National Park
Irazu Volcano National Park The Irazu Volcano is one of the highest volcanoes in Central America, measuring at 3432 meters above sea level. Considered to be an active volcano today, Irazu hasn’t actually erupted since the mid 60’s, specifically 1963-1965. During these two years, ash clouded nearby cities within Cartago and debris flew down the…
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La Marta Rainforest Reserve
La Marta Rainforest Reserve [caption id="attachment_23057" align="alignright" width="425"] Costa Rica Rainforest[/caption] Welcome to La Marta Rainforest Reserve, the highly popular, and highly beautiful, wildlife refuge located just 44 miles southeast of San Jose. This entire reserve protects La Marta, Atirro, and the Gato River basin, as well as various cloud forests, waterfalls, and cave systems…
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D.C’s Newest Culinary Destination: The Wharf
‘Where DC Meets Water’ The Wharf is Washington D.C’s newest neighborhood development, a $2 billion waterfront district that sits along the Potomac River near the National Mall. This entire space is a mile-long, or 47 acres, and is technically still in Phase 1 of development, aiming to be complete in October 2017 (October 12th). The…
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California State University, Sacramento
California State University A World-Class Education in a Vibrant Urban Oasis An urban city setting located on 300 acres of green campus space, California State University, or Sacramento State, is one of the most prominent universities in the area. This green and the gold-clad school offers over 60 undergraduate degrees and 40 masters degrees. Sacramento…
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College Campus Visits in Northern California
Northern California is one of the most popular places in the U.S to consider for college, the mix of great scenery, weather, and excellent education overall attracting students by the hordes, both nationally and internationally. The Bay Area, Silicon Valley, and Sacramento setting all contribute greatly to these school's successes as bustling urban areas full…
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Raging Waters Sacramento
Raging Waters Sacramento Get ready to get soaked and have the time of your life at Raging Waters Sacramento, one of the most popular family fun attractions around the area! This waterpark is located on the California Exposition Grounds and is owned by Palace Entertainment, though it was formerly known as WaterWorld USA. The park…
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Effie Yeaw Sacramento Nature Center
Effie Yeaw Sacramento Nature Center [caption id="attachment_23003" align="alignright" width="425"] U.S. Army Corps of Engineers park ranger Heather Wright leads students from Maple Elementary School on a nature hike at the Effie Yeaw Nature Center in Carmichael, Calif., Sept. 27[/caption] The Effie Yeaw Sacramento Nature Center is one of the most beautiful and naturally educational spots…
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Sutter’s Fort
Sutter's Fort The oldest restored fort in the United States, Sutter’s Fort, is an excellent stop to make for in-depth local history, cultural insights to the area, and hands-on learning experiences. This Midtown Sacramento gem is within the larger Sutter’s Fort State Historic Park, the entire area a testament to John Sutter’s contributions to the…
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