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Central High School National Historic Site
Central High School National Historic Site In 1927, a 150,000 square foot high school was built in Little Rock with over 36 million pounds of concrete and 370 tons of steel. This two-block behemoth was quickly voted America’s most beautiful high school, featuring a winning combination of Art Deco architecture and collegiate Gothic style. Its…
Budget Choices for Affordable Travel
Budgeting for a vacation can be both exciting and stressful even if you know what you’re doing. There are some choices that one must make to get the most out of even the smallest budgets so take a look and see what you can do to maximize your student travel budget for an affordable and…
Daisy Bates House
Daisy Bates House Miss Daisy Bates was a highly renowned Civil Rights advocate in her lifetime (1914-1999), and she famously created a haven for the nine African American students who helped desegregate Central High School. The Daisy Bates House is located on 28th Street in Little Rock and saw its peak in 1957-1958, being a…
Cabrillo National Monument
Cabrillo National Monument Situated at the tip of the scenic Point Loma peninsula, the Cabrillo National Monument stands as a tribute to Juan Rodriguez Cabrillo. Credited as the first European to set foot on California’s west coast, Cabrillo’s discovery made in 1542 marked the origin of not only San Diego but of California. Now a…
San Diego History Center
San Diego History Center In beautiful Balboa Park, the San Diego History Center is the city’s premier destination for the true stories of southern California exploration, settlement, and civilization from the 16th century to modern-day. A beautiful museum in a spectacularly gorgeous setting, the San Diego History Center is also nearby the San Diego Zoo,…
Mission Beach
Mission Beach By its name, you might think that San Diego’s Mission Beach would be a manicured stretch of sand on a picturesque coastline but that’s not all. Mission Beach is but one of San Diego’s most California cool, exciting, and utterly lovely neighborhood districts with hundreds of shops, restaurants, and activities to choose from….
Gaslamp Quarter
Gaslamp Quarter San Diego’s historic Gaslamp Quarter, though officially chartered in the 1980s, dates back to the mid-19th century when what was known as the New Town was established on the waterfront. Much of what remains of the historic site include American Victorian buildings, historic details, and an abundance of unique shops, restaurants, and excitement….
Gulf Coast Destinations
Small towns and big cities, the communities of the Gulf Coast have one thing in common – the fabulous beaches and warm waters of the Gulf of Mexico. Relax on the sandy shores, swim in the warm water, and explore the historic, glamorous towns of these Gulf Coast destinations. Rockport, TX A beachy small town…
Natural History Museum
Natural History Museum In beautiful Balboa Park, among the Spanish colonial buildings, winding nature paths, and iconic details you’ll find San Diego’s own Natural History Museum, an educational journey to find the history of the world. Founded in 1874, San Diego’s academic quest to find historical truth leads you through the nature of the world from…
La Jolla Shores
La Jolla Shores Stretching for over a mile, the sugary sands of La Jolla Shores makes this beach one of the most popular in San Diego. Soft sand, calm waves, and clean water create a family-friendly environment for everyone to enjoy the intense beauty of San Diego’s coastline. One of the most popular attractions at…
Dive Into Discovery at Birch Aquarium in San Diego
Explore the Wonders of the Ocean Get ready for an unforgettable ocean adventure! Birch Aquarium in La Jolla is the public aquarium of the Scripps Institution of Oceanography. Here, you will find colorful sea life, fun exhibits, and beautiful ocean views. As you explore, you will discover how amazing our oceans really are. Best of…
Holiday Themed Trips: Halloween
Halloween is only about a month away and what better way to celebrate the scariest, horror-filled holiday than to visit some of the nation’s absolute best-haunted attractions? Whether you believe in the paranormal or not, the people leading these haunted houses, hayrides, and tours sure want you to so hop on board and give in…
