With more waterfalls and breathtaking scenery per square kilometer than just about any other place on the planet, the majority of Croatia’s waterfalls are in the Plitvice Lakes National Park and Krka National Park. Though the falls and lakes in these parks are popular sites for locals and tourists alike, with a little leg-work you’ll …
Homewood is a suburb of Birmingham, Alabama, located 5 miles south of the city. Nestled at the foot of Red Mountain, the city has a rich history which began in the early 1800s. There are several buildings on the National Register of Historic Places to explore within the suburb, and scenic Vulcan Park which offers …
Enterprise, in the Wiregrass region of south eastern Alabama is a peaceful city with a wealth of history. It’s a family-friendly place with parks, lakes, dining and activities to suit all ages. However, Enterprise is perhaps most famous for its Boll Weevil Monument – the only monument in the world to be dedicated to an …
Located in east central Alabama, the city of Opelika is home to rich history and a wealth of activities. When settlers arrived, the city grew quickly as West Point Railroad Company built rail tracks leading from Montgomery to Opelika. The new route was used for raw cotton shipments, and the city rapidly became a regional …
Prichard lies 5 miles north west of the coastal city of Mobile, Alabama. The city began as a settlement in the mid-1800s and was known for its shipbuilding and paper trade. It has a rich history and culture which can be explored in its streets, parks and buildings, plus you are within 7 minutes’ drive …
The city of Anniston in Calhoun County, Alabama has been involved in some of the country’s most historic events. The city’s iron furnaces on which the industry relied, were destroyed by the Union cavalry during the American Civil War. The US Army set up training camps nearby during WWI and WWII, and during the Civil …
Downtown Houston is an eclectic mix of commercial properties, high rise offices, and green spaces. Covering just under two square miles in the very heart of the city, it’s where skyscrapers rise above the spread of Houston itself like a cluster of massive stalagmites. Houston was founded on the banks of Buffalo Bayou which cuts …
Overlooking the mouth of the river Kenai, this town is home to some beautiful scenery. Expect amazing views of the Alaska mountain range, Mount Spurr, Mount Iliamna and Mount Redoubt. Not only is there a spectacular backdrop but the area is abundant when it comes to wildlife too. Expect bears, eagles and specific to this …
Downtown Seattle may have been founded in the mid-nineteenth century and have a history which dates back to the gold rush days, but it is a surprisingly modern metropolis with only around two dozen historic buildings within its boundaries. What DT Seattle lacks in historical buildings, it makes up for with skyscrapers including one with …
The Yosemite National Park in the Sierra Nevada in California is a fine example of a natural, unspoiled environment. Highlights include the huge, ancient sequoias and the granite cliffs of El Capitan. Yosemite has been formed by glacial activity over millions of years and small glaciers still exist. Waterfalls are found throughout the park, some …