The United Nations Headquarters in NYC
... one specifically for adults, and another designed for children and their families. This 45-minute audio tour not only provides an overview of the history and current work of the United Nations, but also has a special message from both Nelson Mandela and Barack Obama.
Tickets can be be purchased online in advance for either type of tour, there is a $2 service fee is applied to each ticket. Instead of paying this extra money, it pays to arrive at the UN early. This way, there will be no chance that...
March 1st, 2011 | Jessica Colley | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: architecture, Attractions, government, history, politics, top-feature
What’s Stonehenge Like in Person?
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February 27th, 2011 | Andy Hayes | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: attraction, day trips, history, top-feature
Life in the Ruins at Pompeii
... for three days.
Pompeii can be overwhelming without a guide or guidebook to point you in the right direction and provide a bit of background and history. The cost of admission includes a map of the site and a small pocket guide. Both the pocket guide and audio guide – available at the site entrance for €6.50 ($8.40) – will lead you, number by number, through Pompeii’s main attractions. Either one is a great option for touring the site independently and allows you the freedom to spend...
February 17th, 2011 | Laura Nazimiec | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: archaeology, history, top-feature, UNESCO
5 Fun, Fascinating, Funky New York Museums
Sure there’s the Guggenheim and the Museum of Natural history - but what about museums with a little unusual flair? New York has museums devoted to some interesting topics, and although they aren’t always covered in the major guidebooks, these attractions are just as worth your time as those along Museum Mile. They all deliver a different experience, from a good laugh to learning about the people who built the great city of New York. From serious to playful, entertaining to enriching,...
February 1st, 2011 | Jessica Colley | Read More | Comments: 2Filed under: film, history, museums, top-feature
Raise a Glass to Sydney’s Historic Rocks District
... Rocks district takes us back to a much simpler time. The sandstone buildings and historic laneways are proud remnants of Australia’s colonial history. Strolling about the area, it’s amazing to think it could easily have vanished!
During the 1960s, the state government planned to demolish the historic district to make way for more of those skyscrapers. The local community revolted, and so the area was transformed into the buzzing tourist district it is today.
The Rocks by Night
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January 28th, 2011 | Lauren Katulka | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: history, suburbs
Historic Brighton
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£49 per night
Room in Brighton Marina
Brighton
£39 per night
18th-Century End Terraced Cottage
Brighton
£38 per night
Booth Museum of Natural history (map): Free, this place is guaranteed to be a hit with the kids, as there are remnants and artifacts of thousands of animals that once roamed the British Isles, from dinosaurs to extinct birds. Free, closed Thursdays.
Brighton Fishing Museum (map): Free, an interesting place to go if you’re into fishing for sure. It highlights how...
January 25th, 2011 | Andy Hayes | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: architecture, Attractions, historic attraction, history, top-feature, train
Visit the Catacombs of Paris
... to the Catacombs will give you a new perspective on Paris and a look into some of the darker corners of the city’s past. The tour includes a history of the tunnels, an exploration of the underlying geology and engineering that went into creating the underground maze, and a look at historical Paris, from pre-French Revolution to the present. The tours last 1-2 hours, which means that a visit to the Catacombs leaves you free to explore Paris for the rest of the day, and at €4-8 per person...
January 13th, 2011 | Christina Uticone | Read More | Comments: 2Filed under: attraction, history, top-feature
A Day Out in San Juan Capistrano
... or guideposts. The audio guide, included with your admission, is easy to follow along and has a number of really interesting anecdotes from history
The first part of the tour is the mission itself – sleeping chambers, the kitchen, all of which surround an enormous garden that must have been just breathtaking during its day. The gardens are well looked after today and it’s a perfectly enjoyable place to sit and listen to some of the extra “chapters” on the audio guide...
January 11th, 2011 | Andy Hayes | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: attraction, history, top-feature
Tower of London A Historic Gem
The Tower of London is one of London’s most popular tourist destinations. A must see site for history buffs and Royal-watchers, the Tower has been a public attraction since Charles II reign in 1660 when he placed the Crown Jewels and a collection of armor on display for the wealthy few who could afford a ticket. As one of the properties on the UNESCO World Heritage list, it seems ironic that so many tourists come to visit a place that was originally designed to keep others out.
Dating...
December 30th, 2010 | Jenni Ingersoll | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: historical sites, history, top-feature, UNESCO
Arizona’s Original Slow Food Farmers
... demonstrations from groups that will provide a look into Hopi agriculture and give insight into the significance agriculture has in Hopi culture and history. The day will include dance performances, a sampling of traditional Hopi foods, and an opportunity to meet and interact with all presenters.
Indigenous peoples have developed specialized farming techniques throughout the western hemisphere, ranging from dry farming to the specialization and cultivation of diverse types of heirloom seeds. This...
December 30th, 2010 | Susan McKee | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: agriculture, Arizona, farms, history, Native Americans
Dinosaurs in New York City: A Trip to the Museum of Natural History
... in the minds of adults and kids – but there is one place in New York City that satisfies visitors of all ages. The American Museum of Natural history exhibits everything from dinosaur fossils to films on the solar system to exhibits featuring the complex workings of the brain. A day spent at this museum will be packed with stimulation, from seeing tiny dinosaur bones to a giant blue whale. Neither kids nor adults will be ready to leave when closing time comes too soon.
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December 21st, 2010 | Jessica Colley | Read More | Comments: 2Filed under: Central Park, history, museum, top-feature
Experience Colonial Times in Auckland, New Zealand.
... experience the past at the Howick Historical Village in Auckland New Zealand.
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December 21st, 2010 | theaucklandguide | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Auckland, Family Friendly, history, History & Information
Chinese Terracotta Warriors at Sydney Art Gallery
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December 8th, 2010 | Lauren Katulka | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: Art, history
The Pantheon in Rome
... per night
Quiet Itaca House
Rome
€70 per night
Even more impressive is the fact that it’s been in continuous use throughout its history and has looked the same for thousands of years, surviving even as many other ancient Roman temples were abandoned and demolished.
history
The Pantheon was originally commissioned by Marcus Agrippa around 27 BC as a temple to all the gods of ancient Rome.Later, in 125 AD, it was completely reconstructed by the emperor Hadrian. In 609 AD the Pantheon was converted...
December 6th, 2010 | Laura Nazimiec | Read More | Comments: 3Filed under: architecture, attraction, Church, history, monument, top-feature
Exhibition: The Egyptian Book of the Dead
... November 2010 – 6 March 2011, details on booking site
How much: £12, £10 concessions
Photo by Vintagedept on flickr
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November 27th, 2010 | Andrea Kirkby | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: British Museum, history, museum
A Rainy Day Visit to the Royal BC Museum in Victoria B.C.
... 2011 is “Behind the Scenes” celebrating the International Year of Biodiversity. The exhibit reveals the hidden world of the museum’s natural history staff through an interactive exhibition that include family-friendly activities and lots of interesting specimens. You learn how the researchers dig, dredge, dive and document discoveries and you’ll see lots of new specimens on display, some for the very first time.
Woolly Mammoth
My favourite gallery is on the second floor in the Natural...
November 18th, 2010 | thevancouverguide | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: history, museum, sightseeing, top-feature
A Walk Through History at the Old Santa Barbara Mission
... zoo visit will last two and a half hours. Open 10 am to 5 pm every day. Adults $12; Children 2 – 12 and Seniors 60+ $10.
Museum of Natural history (travel guide), 2559 Puesta del Sol, Mission Canyon Campus. A cluster of Spanish Revival buildings on 11 acres of woodland along Mission Creek.
Ty Warner Sea Center (travel guide) 211 Stearns Wharf. Live displays of sea life. Open daily 10 am - 5 pm. Admission: Adults $10; Teens 13 – 17 and Seniors 65+ $7.00; Children 3 – 12 $6.
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November 8th, 2010 | thevancouverguide | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: California, history, Shopping, top-feature, Tours
Wandering Boston’s North End
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October 29th, 2010 | Maria Olia | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: featuredarticle3, history, neighborhood, restaurant, Shopping, top-feature, walking tour
Exploring the Britannia Mine Museum
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October 15th, 2010 | thevancouverguide | Read More | Comments: 1Filed under: history, museum, top-feature, tour
The Boston Common
... pathways that criss-cross the park and discover some of the assorted statues and historic monuments that honor three hundred-plus years of Boston history.
The most prominent feature of the Boston Common is just beyond it. The golden dome of the Massachusetts State House (1 Ashburton Place) (Map) was designed by Charles Bulfinch and is said to be the model for many U.S. state capitol buildings.
Directly on the Commons, opposite the State House, is a beautiful high- relief bronze memorial. The Shaw...
October 8th, 2010 | Maria Olia | Read More | Comments: 0Filed under: architecture, featuredarticle3, history, outdoor recreation, park, restaurant, top-feature
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