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5. Mountains of Banff   Banff National Park is Canada’s oldest national park, established in 1885 in the Rocky Mountains and one North America’s most visited parks. Banff’s mountains exhibit several different shapes that have been influenced by the composition of rock deposits, layers, and their structure. The 3,618 meter (11,870 ft) high Mount Assiniboine has been shaped by glacial erosion that has left a sharp peak....

There are numerous beautiful lakes around the world that feature a variety of colors that are far from the usual color of water. The hue of colors add an extra dimension to the already picture perfect landscapes that surround these lakes. So, please join our journey, as we venture throughout the world, visiting amazing lakes of color and beauty. 10. Laguna Verde     The Laguna Verde, a salt water lake, is located in...

Are you and your family going to visit Calgary, Canada? Have you already planned where to go and what to do when you arrive there? If not yet, then this article of the top ten things to do in Calgary should giving you a good starting point for planning your trip to Canada. 1. Heritage Park This is a historical village that replicates the settlements of Western Canada, which is developed in the 1800s. It covers 127 acres of land next to Calg...

If you love quite spots to spend time, there is no doubt that visiting a botanical garden is one of the best things you can do. Not only you can escape the large crowds, but also enjoy a picnic, fun recreational activities or simply going for a relaxing walk while marveling at gorgeous plants and flowers! When it comes to garden places, America boasts some of the best botanical gardens in the world, and the great thing is that they’re g...

1. Hollywood Sign The Hollywood Sign isn’t just one of the most famous landmarks in US, but also one of the most recognizable and iconic signs in the world! The Hollywood Sign is truly one of the top attractions in California with a great story behind it. For those of you that don’t know, the Hollywood Sign once read Hollywoodland in early 1920’s when it was first erected as an advertisement slogan, though around the early 1950’s th...

1. Museum of Modern Art (MoMA) The Museum of Modern Art, also known as MoMA, is without a doubt one of the best art museums in the USA. The museum is located in New York City on 53rd street, and boasts the best collection of modern masterpieces in the world by artists such as Vincent van Gogh, Pablo Picasso, Andy Warhol and Salvador Dali amongst other notables. Besides great painting masterpieces, the Museum of Modern Art boasts other grea...

When it comes to scenic drives in the US, there is no doubt that the US boasts some of the best scenic roads in the world! The choice for scenic routes is immense with hundreds of byways and many national parks such as Yosemite and Yellowstone being some of the best places to enjoy an All-American scenic drive. If you’re planning a scenic drive trip with friends and family and are wondering about the best routes and roads, I’ve listed b...

Famous trees come and go. L’Arbre du Ténéré was once considered the most isolated tree on Earth, a landmark on caravan routes in the Sahara, until it was knocked down by a drunk Libyan truck driver in 1973. This year in August, the famous Anne Frank tree in Amsterdam was blown down by high winds during a storm. Luckily, there are still many special trees out there. An overview of the most famous trees in the world. 6. Lone Cypress Th...

If you’re a tourist coming to the United States, or an American wondering what the top states in the country are, I’ve rounded up ten of the best states to visit in the US in a nice top 10 list: 1. California California, also known as, the Golden State is not only one of the top 10 states to visit in US, but it’s also one of the best places to vacation in the USA with family and friends. Top 10 States to Visit in US In one hand, you h...

Are you looking for the best Spring Break locations in the USA to getaway in early March or early April? Cancun in Mexico and the Bahamas in the Caribbean are certainly two of the most popular holiday destinations for college students to spend Spring Break. However, due to their popularity, Cancun and the Bahamas are also two of the most expensive destinations. If you are looking for some of the best destinations in the USA for Spring Break...