Toronto is becoming known as a destination for foodies, with top-rated restaurants offering a range of farm-to-table and international cuisine, along with selections from nearby Ontario wineries. With an ever-evolving dining scene, it can be difficult to narrow down where to eat in Toronto, so we’ve put together the top places to get a great meal close to downtown's business...
The Civil War, Daniel Boone, rural Appalachia, and the Kentucky Derby are just a few of the prime components that define Kentucky's rich history. Whether you're interested in natural history, American history, or the history of horseracing, you can find plenty to see and do in the Bluegrass State. Don't miss these great historic sites on your next Kentucky vacation....
At Little Bighorn Battlefield National Monument, travelers come from far and wide to pay homage to one of the most iconic battles in American history. This site in a southern Montana field is where a large band of American Indians battled members of the U.S. Army in June 1876, in a last-ditch effort to preserve their way of life. In...
The south-central Texas city of San Antonio still retains much of the influence of its cultural heritage. Its most iconic landmark, attracting visitors year-round, is the Alamo — star of numerous Hollywood movies and the subject of multiple reincarnations. For visitors who want to learn more about the role this famous building played in the formation of the once independent...
For an alternative to California's famed Sonoma and Napa Wine Countries, head north. Western and northern Oregon offer nearly 30,000 vineyard acres and more than 500 wineries that produce Pinot Noir, Pinot Gris, and everything in between. Oregon contains several distinct wine regions, called American Viticultural Areas (AVAs), in the following regions: Willamette Valley, Southern Oregon (which includes Rogue Valley,...
When hunting for the ideal vacation destination, many people turn to America's oldest city. Drenched in natural beauty and Spanish colonial charm, St. Augustine, on Florida's northeast coast, features beautiful beaches, a colorful past, and fabulous food. A melting pot of Spanish, Greek, Cuban, Italian, African, and Native American flavors influence the local cuisine, and chefs harvest the Atlantic Ocean...
The rich legacy of African Americans in Chicago is yours to discover by touring the city's significant black history sites from the past to the present. Start by exploring historic black churches and homes in the Bronzeville neighborhood on the city's South Side and viewing exhibits at the DuSable Museum of African-American History. Then take a drive past contemporary landmarks...
Situated on 35 pristine acres of parkland in Atlanta, Georgia, the Jimmy Carter Presidential Library and Museum offers insight into the life of the 39th President of the United States. This complex public figure still works behind the scenes for people around the globe, and spends three to four days every month at the adjacent Carter Center, where he and...
Stretching across New Hampshire and into Maine, White Mountain National Forest's 800,000 acres of wilderness are like Valhalla to an avid nature lover. The slopes and trails in the park's mountains and forests draw skiers, hikers, campers, and virtually anyone who is eager to revel in scenic views and explore historic sites. [caption id="attachment_2308" align="alignnone" width="512"] Source: Adobe Stock[/caption] Whether...
The stars shine brightly in picturesque Park City, Utah, when the Sundance Film Festival comes to town January 18 to 28, 2018. All the excitement of Hollywood infuses this ski hamlet as celebrities, movie industry movers and shakers, press, paparazzi, and fans fill the sidewalks. Crowds eagerly await world premieres of films, parties, and the grand finale, when the festival...
