There are 21 working lighthouses in Rhode Island, plus the ruins of a few more. In our opinion, the best Newport lighthouse is the Castle Hill Light, which sits on the western tip of Aquidneck Island and guards the entrance to Narragansett Bay. Despite being only 34 ft high, the lighthouse at Castle Hill is […]
The Ek Balam Ruins are located somewhat remotely. The ancient temple-city is nestled deep in the jungle in the Temozon municipality. Temozon is part of the State of Yucatan in Mexico, located on the northwestern tip of the peninsula. Ek Balam is about sixteen miles north of Valladolid, and a little more than thirty miles […]
The Big Island has something to offer year around! However, April, May, September, and October are the best months to visit if you’re hoping to beat the crowds. This is very helpful when touring the Big Island as some of the island’s top destinations have limited parking. Visiting during these months is also a great […]
The ancient temple city of Coba can be found in the Yucatan Peninsula. The Coba Ruins are located in the Mexican state of Quintana Roo some twenty-seven miles away from Tulum. The Coba Ruins are known as a rich source of information on the Mayan Civilization and the large stone pyramids. You can even climb […]
A San Francisco driving tour will take you through plenty of neighborhoods, each with its own distinctive flavor, but we think the coolest one is either Hayes Valley or the Castro, depending on what you’re looking for. If you’re looking to avoid the other tourists and go straight to where the locals hang out, then […]
Wealthy people flocked to Rhode Island both because of its proximity to New York City and because of what there is to do in Newport, RI. The rich would come to Newport to sailboats, go fishing, and hold events on top of the cliffs overlooking the Atlantic. Newport also offered a microcosm of high society […]
The Ek Balam ruins are relatively small compared to Chichen Itza for example. Most travelers recommend spending ninety minutes to two hours at the site, this will give you plenty of time to explore the site, climb the pyramid and visit the nearby cenote if you’d like. The park is quiet, with no vendors or […]
The Big Island is full of natural sights and fun activities. The best way to make sure you’re not missing out on some of the island’s top destinations is by taking a self-guided tour. But if you’re already wanting to make a Big Island itinerary, here’s some of the best activities that the island has […]
There is a lot to see at the Coba Ruins, so you will want to budget your time wisely. Most people will spend about three hours at the Coba Ruins. This will allow you plenty of time to see all of the fascinating sites and get an amazing glimpse at the rise and fall of […]
While the most famous street on any San Francisco driving tour is probably Lombard Street, we think the most beautiful avenue in the city is Lincoln Boulevard heading south along the Presidio. If you’re taking a trip to the Bay Area, we definitely recommend seeing both. You’ll probably recognize Lombard from any number of movies […]