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Independence National
Historic Park,
Philadelphia, PA
There are many attractions, sites and
historical landmarks throughout Philadelphia that are great for
children.
Independence National
Historic Park is located in center city Philadelphia and is the home of
the Liberty Bell, Independence Hall and the US Constitution Center.
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Historic
Triangle,
Williamsburg,
VA
Colonial
Williamsburg, Yorktown, and Jamestown constitute what's known as the
"Historic Triangle". This area served as a backdrop to the
Revolutionary War and the Civil War, as well as the home to the first
permanent English settlement of Jamestown. Re-enactors do a
terrific job in making the surroundings a wonderful place to learn about
the nation's beginnings in a fun way.
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Grand
Canyon,
Grand Canyon,
Arizona
The Grand Canyon is
277 miles long, ranges in width from 4 to 18 miles and over a mile deep.
The only way to describe the Grand Canyon is breathtaking and pictures
really can not do this natural wonder justice. It is truly
magnificent and you must see it to appreciate the beauty. Click
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San Diego
Zoo,
San Diego,
CA
San Diego is a
destination custom-made for families and well known for its temperate
climate. The San Diego Zoo is one of the most progressive
zoos in the world and is the home to 4000 rare and endangered species.
What makes it especially interesting is that it is one of the few zoos
in the world that is home for giant panda bears. Click
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Lombard
Street, Alcatraz,
San Francisco, CA
Lombard Street is America's most crooked street. This street
lined with its Victorian Mansions, is a site to see. Alcatraz, an
island in the middle of the San Francisco Bay which is home to the
infamous and historic federal prison. Once the home of Al Capone
and Robert "the birdman" Stroud.
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White House, Lincoln, Jefferson and Washington
Memorials,
Washington, DC
Washington,
DC, our nation's capital, is a city of green parks, grand
buildings, historic landmarks, marbled monuments and
extraordinary museums. There are numerous FREE
cultural attractions to explore.
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Gettysburg National Military Park,
Gettysburg,
PA
The Gettysburg National Military Park, encompasses the
historic battlefield, its hundreds of monuments and memorials
as well as the Gettysburg National cemetery, where Abraham
Lincoln gave his famous Gettysburg Address.
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Walt DisneyWorld, Orlando Florida
This is the world's
largest and most visited recreational resort with multiple theme parks,
a variety of unique hotels, several water parks, outstanding restaurants
and terrific stores all nestled on over 40 acres. This wonderful
resort is a favorite for kids and adults alike. Disney brings
magic to life right before your eyes. It is a must see for kids of
all ages.
The Alamo,
San Antonio,
TX
This wonderful
historical site is a must see. Many antiques are on display at the
Alamo showing what life was like during the siege. It is an
historic shrine representing Texas freedom and liberty.
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USS Arizona Memorial and the Battleship
Missouri, Pearl Harbor, Hawaii
There are a variety
of things to see in Pearl Harbor. First and foremost is the USS Arizona
Memorial, home of
the
USS Arizona which remains six feet below the water surface as a monument
to World War II veterans, which is free. In addition, for a charge you can visit the
Battleship Missouri,
Pacific Aviation Museum and the USS Bowfin Submarine Museum.
A trip to visit the
USS Arizona memorial is a must see when visiting Oahu. This is one tour
that is so touching that you will never forget it.
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Yellowstone National Park, Yellowstone National Park, WY
The Yellowstone was
the first national park in the world and it is visited by millions of
people each year. The most popular feature of the park is Old
Faithful Geyser.
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Freedom Trail, Boston, MA
The Freedom Trail is a 2.5
mile, easy-to-follow, red brick line that connects 16 historical sites
together around the streets of Boston. You can walk the trail on your
own for free or book a tour. You will find that the Freedom Trail
is a wonderful collection of museums, churches, burying grounds, parks,
a ship and historic markers that tell the story of the American
Revolution.
Niagra Falls
- USA and Canada
Niagara Falls
are the most
powerful falls in North America. This natural wonder is a site to see
with its breathtaking beauty and deafening roar.
The falls are situated
on the border between United States and Canada, specifically in the
midst of
Buffalo, New York on the US side and Ontario on the Canadian side.
The
Canadian Falls are also known as the Horseshoe Falls because of its
crescent shape. There are a variety of adventures to help you make
the most of your trip. Enjoy the falls
up close by taking a short walk to the bottom of Bridal Veil Falls to
feel the mist during the Cave of the Winds tour or take the Maid of the
MistŪ a boat ride which takes you right down to the base of the falls.
Redwood National Park, Crescent City, California
The Redwood National Park is among
America's greatest natural treasures. This park is home to the tallest
trees on earth, which can live for 2000 years and can grow to over 300
feet tall and 22 feet wide at the base of the trunk. This national
park also includes 50 miles of scenic coastline.
Ellis Island
and the American Immigrant Wall of Honor,
New York City, New York
The Ellis Island
Immigration Museum is one of America's most popular historic sites.
Twelve Million immigrants walked through the doors of Ellis Island, some
of which are your ancestors.
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