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Top 9 Affordable Educational Trips
Educational trips, whether you’re touring with your class or your family, are a wonderful way to enhance your academic vision whilst gaining new insight into America at large. But, we understand that you don’t want to break the bank while you’re learning new things. Keeping this in mind, we’ve gathered 9 great destinations that are easy to…
Honey Island Swamp Tour
Honey Island Swamp Tour Honey Island Swamp Tours take you and your group on a ride through the bayou to see Louisiana’s natural flora and fauna. The tour’s small boats allow for deeper access into the swamp to see more wildlife, some of which may be dangerous. The narrated tour is led by licensed professionals…
Top Free Attractions Across the U.S.
Vacationing can be expensive, especially when you want to see and do everything. Have no fear. Whether you’re looking to cut down on egregiously expensive attractions or you’re on a budget-friendly vacation, we’ve got you covered. Here are some of the best free attractions across the U.S. including some of your favorites, plus a few…
Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art
Virginia Museum of Contemporary Art One of the most popular and highly visited contemporary art museums in the United States is located in Virginia Beach and offers their over 150,000 visitors per year an educational opportunity unique to today’s art and critical thinking style. Oftentimes referred to as the Virginia MOCA, this establishment features internationally…
Old Cape Henry Lighthouse
Old Cape Henry Lighthouse This very first federally funded lighthouse was constructed in 1772 on the Atlantic shoreline near Fort Story. Very near to the ‘first landing spot’ of English settlers in 1607, the still-standing sentinel brick lighthouse is a shining beacon in the sea of American history. Located on the army base of Fort…
Lynnhaven House
Lynnhaven House Since no trip to Virginia Beach would be complete without an educational and historical perspective, be sure to save plenty of time for a step back in time at the Lynnhaven House. Complete with approximately 85% of its original materials, the Lynnhaven House is one of the last and best-preserved buildings in the…
Top 10 Reasons to Visit New York City
There are plenty of reasons why everyone should visit the Big Apple at least once in their lives from Broadway to the Statue of Liberty and beyond. Visit the City that Never Sleeps on your next student trip and experience the magic of the most industrious, glamorous, and vibrant city in the United States. 1….
9 Senior Trips on a Budget
When you’re looking to save money on vacation, the first thing to consider is the travel distance. Flying can be a bank-breaker from the start so maybe think about carpooling or maybe even taking an Amtrak train. So, keeping that in mind, let’s get down to the fun part and list out some exciting, interesting,…
Pro Football Hall of Fame
Pro Football Hall of Fame If you are a big sports fan, you may want to consider driving to the nearby city of Canton during your Cleveland visit, the city holding the highly popular Pro Football Hall of Fame. Visitors can view fascinating exhibits, shop, and dine while learning and exploring this wonderful museum applauding…
Ferry Plantation House
Ferry Plantation House Among one of the only historical buildings of its kind left in Virginia Beach, this three-story brick federal style home attracts education, history, and thrill-seekers alike. Laid in three-course American bond brick and standing at a total three stories high and three bays wide, the Ferry Plantation House features a gorgeous two-story…
Rudee Dolphin Cruise
Rudee Dolphin Cruise With arguably the absolute best location Virginia Beach has to offer, Rudee Tours allows visitors to get up close and personal with dolphins using its wide array of sea-faring vessels that travel in and out of the Rudee Inlet. Located in the only inlet like it on the East Coast, boats such…
Christian Broadcasting Network
Christian Broadcasting Network One of the most popular family destinations in Virginia Beach, the Christian Broadcasting Network offers a personal behind-the-scenes look at their 685 acres of various television and ministry-related business. The Christian Broadcasting Network is a well known global ministry whose goal is to prepare the world for religious events through mass media….
