Southern California is filled with theme parks, but Knott’s Berry Farm beats them all when it comes to offering something for everyone in the family. While Disneyland is targeted more for kids, and Magic Mountain is teen/adult oriented. Knott’s Berry Farm falls...

Spring is just around the corner. Snow is melting, trees are leafing, and winter coats are being put away this very moment. Thank goodness! All around the U.S., we can breathe a collective breath of fresh air and step outside to enjoy the sunshine and warmer weather...

From the sheer elegance and power of the mighty tiger to the dexterity of the nimble tree-swinging monkey to the sleepy eyes and rough scales of a crocodile, the diversity of the animal kingdom is truly amazing. If you and your little creatures are fascinated by...

“The coldest winter I ever spent was a summer in San Francisco.” That quote has often been incorrectly attributed to Mark Twain. Whoever said it had clearly spent some time in the city by the Bay in the summer months. San Francisco’s weather has quite the reputation...

The thrilling Masters PGA Golf Tournament can be a memorable experience to explore up close. Seeing world-class athletes compete in such a prestigious and iconic sporting event is more than enough reason to head to Augusta, Georgia for a sunny and spectacular trip....

Hilton Head is well known for being a fantastic beach and golf destination. However, there are many more hidden charms to this hot spot that you may not be aware of. If you're planning to visit this great destination with your family, be sure to check out some of...

Everybody loves Texas. Big, powerful and marked by unmistakable style, the Lone Star State owns the cowboy look, big oil, big hair and big ranching. Worth fighting for, the battles that raged to win this territory were just as big. Remember the Alamo? A bastion of...

On St. Patrick’s Day, everyone is at least a wee bit Irish. While they’ve been celebrating the feast of St. Patrick in Ireland since the ninth century, the first official parade was actually held in Boston in 1737. If you can’t make the journey to the Emerald Isle, 18...

Whether you’re going to Vegas for the first time or are a Vegas veteran, the buffets are a mainstay of affordable excess and a must-experience while in Sin City. As restaurant buffets in the city continue to compete against their rivals, they’re becoming increasingly...

Botanical gardens aren’t what they used to be. Many have expanded their focus from flower gardening to appeal to a variety of interests including environmentalism, nature, sustainability as well as local foods, health and the arts. These days botanical gardens often...

Now that you’ve visited the world-renowned Pike Place Market and have taken a ride to the top of the famed Space Needle for a panoramic view of this spectacular region, it’s time to get a taste for what’s beyond the city’s borders. While the Emerald City offers more...

It’s been said that Houston boasts the “most dynamic and diverse food and drink scene in the nation.” Author John T. Edge believes that, “If you want to taste the future of American cookery,” a visit to Houston is a must. This Southern city has more than 8,000...