The sign was originally constructed in 1923 to promote a subdivision at the top of Beachwood Canyon called Hollywoodland; "land" would later be dropped in 1945 when the area was deeded to the city.
Roswell may be known as the UFO hotspot of the world but with our year round festivals, world class museums, & exciting outdoor activities, Roswell is a premier destination in your Southwest travels.
It took 14 years and a team of 400 sculptors, led by Gutzon Borglum, to complete this massive "Shrine of Democracy," dedicated in 1941.
So fortunate to have Banff NP in our backyard -- starting point for many of our summer group hikes. Watch out for wildlife and pedestrian -- especially those doing 4SQ check-ins on their phones. :) Read more.
"The Lake Pontchartrain Causeway is the longest bridge in the world, especially if you're listening to the latest Black Eyed Peas album." - Conan O'Brien
The Golden Gate Bridge was the longest suspension bridge span in the world when it was completed in 1937, & has become an internationally recognized symbol of San Francisco and CA.
The United Nations relocated here from its first headquarters in Flushing Meadows Park, Queens, in 1951.
President Obama discussed a shift in the nation's strategic military objectives -- with a goal of moving away from the expansive wars in Iraq and Afghanistan and toward a new focus for the future. Read more.
The Arecibo Observatory is a radio telescope Largest in the world near the city of Arecibo in Puerto Rico .
No trip to Miami could be complete without going here. Sun, sand, surf, and beautiful bodies grace its shores all year. Check out the World Erotic Art Museum and the famous Joe's Stone Crab lime pie.
Moraine Lake (Canada). It is situated in the Valley of the When it is full, it reflects a distinct shade of blue. The color is due to the refraction of light off the rock flour deposited in the lake
The Wave is a sandstone rock formation located in the USA. near the Arizona border on the slopes It is famous among hikers for its colorful, undulating forms and the rugged trackless hike
Crystal Cave, Moro Rock and General Sherman are all good stops. Don't waste your time stopping at the viewpoints on the way up... too many tourists do this and it's pretty much a waste of time.
Lugar donde se encuentra el árbol del Tule, de mas de 2 mil años de antigüedad. También se encuentran artesanías y alimentos regionales.
Three ring-shaped balconies permit a special view of the colossal “Devil's throat”, the culmination of the journey: a giant horseshoe-shaped waterfall 150mts / 492 feet long and 80mts / 262 feet high. Read more.
On notorious Doyers Street, nicknamed “The Bloody Angle,” you can still visit one of the tunnels which enabled some gang escapes. Enter near Apotheke, and you'll exit at Confucius Plaza.
Thank publisher Joseph Pulitzer—yes, that Pulitzer—for stimulating enough American donations to pay for Lady Liberty’s pedestal. His statue is at the walkway near the left entrance to the statue. Read more.
The view of both falls is better from the Canadian side. You get a good view of just rapids on the American side.
Take time to walk the Presidential Trail that will lead you to the base of the monument, directly below the four famous faces. And - keep your eyes open for sure-footed mountain goats!
Do sun at least one sunrise and sunset at diff vantage points. Mid April had to get there at 430am to watch sunrise
Go to Tortuga Bay, the best beach ever! perfect for surfing, swiming next to marine iguanas, kayaking and sunbathing.
