If you’re looking to take a vacation filled with adventure and some of the most breathtaking views in the US, then Alaska is an ideal vacation destination. From thundering glaciers to soaring eagles, breaching whales and frontier towns, Alaska can take your breath away. GLACIERS. Thunder doesn’t just come from the sky. Glaciers creak, rumble […]

The nations capital is a phrase that underscores Washington's global importance as a seat of government as well as its huge appeal as a tourist destination. The US Capitol and the White House define the District of Columbia as jurisdictional entity. The Mall is where visitors should definitely travel to while in DC  because it […]

The Natchez Trace Parkway is a 444-mile drive that extends through Natchez, Missisippi and Nasheville, Tennesee through exceptional scenery and 10,000 years of North American history.  Used by American Indians, "Kaintucks," settlers, and future presidents, the Old Trace played an important role in American history. Today, visitors can enjoy not only a scenic drive but also […]

The World Beer Festival offers the best place to explore new local breweries, without having to buy a 6-pack. Sample from a collection of the best NC beers. Take a tour of our home state’s finest brewery offerings. Revisit old favorites and discover new ones. The NC Beer Garden is its own adventure.  Like their brewing […]

Extending for 19 miles from Beaufort, SC to Hunting Island State Park, this portion of US 21 was designated in 1979 as simply "a scenic highway." It is commonly referred to as the Sea Island Scenic Highway. It is characterized by expansive vistas and natural beauty.  Before starting this route, spend some time in the town […]

There are a multitude of 3, 4 and 5-day cruising options that will take you to the Bahamas where you can wash away those winter blues. And the best part is these cruises leave from ports that are a short drive from the Carolinas! The Port of Charleston is easily reachable from practically everywhere in North and […]

Although engineers spent much of the 1800's working to solve the problems associated with powered flight, it is Wilbur and Orville Wright that are generally given credit for being the first, successful pilots of a powered aircraft. In 1903 they successfully completed four sustained flights with a controlled airplane at Kill Devil Hills in North Carolina. On their best […]

Nevada's Mojave Desert is home to the infamous Las Vegas.  It's known for its 24-hour casinos, the 4-mile strip, bright lights, captivating shows and the wildest, pool parties in the world!  The Hard Rock Hotel, Mandalay Bay Resort, The Venetian Resort, The Cosmopolitan of Las Vegas, and the MGM Grand Hotel all have a reputation for throwing […]