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While Hurricane Irma hit St. Maarten hard in the fall of 2017, as of January 2018, Philipsburg, the capital, is recovering beautifully. Roads are clear, beaches are clean, and more than 90% of the stores on Front Street are operational.
The bronze statue of Peter Pan is located in Kensington Gardens, adjacent to Hyde Park. The creator of the beloved character, J.M. Barrie, personally chose this location, inspired by his proximity to Kensington Gardens and his first publication of a Peter Pan story in 1902.
This tour highlights the downtown core and is easily done on foot by most people. The total walking distance over the day is about 10 km (just over 6 miles). The tour completes a circuit from Yonge Street to Queen Street to Spadina to Dundas Street and back to Yonge (see map). The length of the tour depends on how long you spend at each point. Some tourists never make it past the morning visit to the shopping mall!
(Note: The Pali Lookout is currently closed indefinitely due to rock slide damage to the Pali Highway in February 2019. The Hawaii DOT has reopened one side of the Pali Highway during peak travel times on weekdays, but the lookout will still remain closed. Check the Division of State Park’swebsitefor updates.)
TheNorton Simon Museumin Pasadena stands out as one of the most concentrated art experiences in Southern California. It’s renowned for offering an impressive array of significant artworks in a compact space. While establishments such as the Getty Center and LA County Museum of Art delight visitors with numerous masterpieces, the Norton Simon excels in art value per step. Initially based on the private art collection of industrialist Norton Simon, the museum took over the Pasadena Art Museum in 1974 and has since expanded its vast collection.
How many lighthouses are there in New England? The number, by most counts, is close to 200. Each of these proud landmarks has its own spirit and its own stories. Each is beautiful for the role it has played in protecting those who’ve navigated by its glow.
So, it’s no easy task to choose the 10 most beautiful lighthouses in New England. Each lighthouse that made the cut was selected for its distinctive visual appeal, dramatic impact of its setting, and popularity with photographers. We’ll start our tour on Maine’s northern Bold Coast and follow New England’s shore south. Visiting all 10 in one road trip would take days, but it would be unforgettable.
New Bedford, Massachusetts, is New England’s best place to explore whaling history. Known as “The City that Lit the World” due to its whale oil production, it inspired Herman Melville’s masterpiece,Moby-Dick, and was home to 500 whaling ships during its 19th-century peak.
A trip to Napa Valley, California isn’t just for luxury travelers and wine aficionados. With two campgrounds located on either end of the valley, California’s most famous wineries are accessible for tent campers and RVers planning a wine country getaway.
The Museum of Transportation boasts the nation’s largest collection of historic trains, featuring over 70 locomotives. Additionally, the museum includes an automobile center with rare cars and a fascinating assortment of vintage fire engines. Visitors can explore boats, planes, and even horse-drawn carriages. For young explorers, there is a play area called the “Creation Station,” along with rides on a miniature train. Below are highlights of what to experience at this remarkable museum.
The Museum of Fine Arts, Boston, unveiled itsArt of the Americas Wingon November 20, 2010. This four-story, 121,307-square-foot addition—the centerpiece of the museum’s $345 million expansion—features 53 distinct galleries and period rooms. From prehistoric Native American artifacts to 20th-century art, the Art of the Americas Wing narrates the evolution of American creativity.
This map shows the location of the Mount Vernon Estate, the home of George Washington, a popular historic site that attracts visitors from around the world. Mount Vernon is located along the Potomac River approximately 14 miles south of Washington DC. The historic site is a “must see” destination with a 14-room mansion, slave quarters, a coach house and stables, gardens, and a museum examining the life of America’s first president and his family. For sightseeing information, visit A Visitors Guide to Mount Vernon Estate and Gardens.
One of the most popular episodes ofLostis Season 1, Episode 12 -Whatever the Case May Be. This episode focuses on Kate, showcasing the lengths she will go to in order to gain possession of a safety deposit box. What’s inside? A toy plane that signifies a cherished childhood memory.
The Montreal Biosphere was originally created as Expo 67’s USA Pavilion around 1967 by the notable R. Buckminster Fuller, who was once recognized as the world’s first green architect by Sir Norman Foster. Today, this iconic structure serves as an environmental science museum, which underwent a significant redesign that took approximately three years, reopening to the public in 1995. Nestled in the heart ofParc Jean-Drapeau, it is a striking landmark that attracts visitors year-round.
If you’re traveling in a recreational vehicle and seeking a place to stay near Monterey and Carmel, you may be surprised by the limited camping options. The Monterey Peninsula has a scarcity of campgrounds, especially for tent camping.
Looking for the ultimate Yosemite day hike? Half Dome is one for your hiking bucket list and is easily one of the most famous in Yosemite National Park. It is not for beginners; you’ll need good fitness and technical ability. However, if you are an experienced hiker, setting your eyes on reaching the top of Half Dome is a worthy challenge.
The US has some incredible national parks, and Shenandoah National Park is one of them. Just a 1.5-hour drive from Washington DC, Shenandoah boasts over 200,000 acres of wildlife and spectacular scenery. The park extends across Virginia’s Blue Ridge Mountains, with the famous Skyline Drive cutting through the middle. It is home to dramatic mountains and a variety of wildlife, including black bears.
With the second-highest peak in all of Wyoming, hikes in Grand Teton National Park are a mountaineering dream. The park caters to every skill level and adventure seeker. From canyons to glacial lakes and snowy peaks, this stunning park will have you returning again and again. Not only can you explore, but you can also stay for a while.
Dreamy pink boulders, cloudy mountains, and Avatar blue waterfalls cover California’s landscape, making it difficult to choose the best hikes in California. However, we’re sure going to try.
Truth be told, the best hikes in Rocky Mountain National Park are probably all of them. That’s because no matter what part of Rocky Mountain National Park you travel, you’re treated to 360 degrees of stunning views. If you’ve got a particular affinity for certain nature hike features like waterfalls or wildlife spotting, you’ll likely appreciate some hikes more than others.
Zebra Slot Canyon is a stunning passage in Escalante, Utah, with vibrant rock colors and uniquely wavy zebra-striped walls.