October 19, 2016 - 1:56 pm in Historical, Places to visitLiverpool: Home of The Beatles and so much more
The English city of Liverpool is synonymous with rock greats The Beatles. Utter the city's name to nearly anyone around the world, and they will probably mention Paul, George, Ringo or John. However,…
Hershey, PA: Chocolatetown, USA
In 1903, an entrepreneur with a love for good chocolate and fresh milk did something remarkable. He built a community in the countryside, complete with schools, factory, houses, you name it – and…
July 15, 2016 - 4:40 pm in Historical, Places to visitExploring Historic Bethel, Maine
Bethel's Colonial Origin The town of Bethel has a rich history, including the fact that it was once an Abenaki Indian village before being given to Josiah Richardson and his heirs, in 1769, for his…
Boise: An Urban Treasure in the Gem State
When you think of Idaho, chances are you think of potatoes. You might be surprised to learn that the biggest city in a state known for growing carbs is full of outdoors enthusiasts. Jogging, hiking,…
January 17, 2016 - 4:41 am in Historical, Places to visitSydney, Australia: Urban Outback
From taming the outback to reconciling with their roots, this city is the result of generations of Sydneysiders taking on a challenge and creating one of the most iconic cities in the world. Quick…
Visit Montréal, Quebec – Antique, Contemporary, Futuristic All in One
Vivant (alive) is the phrase that best describes Quebec's largest city. The city has an undeniably Quebecois feel, but isn't afraid to show its own identity. Street fairs stretch into mid-winter,…
San Diego, CA: History of Paradise
Are you a laid back, beach loving-kind of history buff? Well this episode is a treat for you. In Season 4 we traveled to San Diego, CA. No metropolitan city in California captures that SOCAL feeling…
Sicily: Not as Italian as you think
Sicilians have a lot going for them – great coastal climate, phenomenal food, ancient ruins and myriad tourist spots, not to mention a fierce pride in their identity. According to Wikipedia, Sicily…
September 25, 2015 - 8:39 pm in Historical, Places to visitSaratoga National Historical Park
Muskets pop, canons roar in the distance, and the war cries of thousands of men rise around you. Flash forward a few hundred years, and looking over the peaceful hills of Saratoga National Historical…
Manila, Philippines: Razed and rebuilt
If there’s one thing no place should ever strive to be, it’s a pearl. As precious as that nickname is, Haiti (the Pearl of the Antilles) and the city of Manila in the Philippines (the Pearl of…
