The sleepy northern Alabama town of Cullman is home to a unique religious shrine which has captivated visitors since the early days of the 20th century. Crafted almost entirely by a lonely Benedictine monk named Joseph Zoettl, the Ave Maria Grotto features miniature replicas of celebrated churches, statues of saints, and even a few secular…
Cryptology may seem like an obscure line of work, but there is no question that sending, receiving, and decoding secret messages has played a major role in more than one stunning military victory. The National Cryptologic Museum—which is located next to the National Security Agency’s headquarters in Fort Meade, Maryland—offers visitors a chance to learn…
Named after pioneering meteorologist and physicist Thomas Corwin Mendenhall, Alaska’s Mendenhall Glacier is located approximately 12 miles north of the city of Juneau. Visitors can catch a bus in Juneau that transports them to a popular glacier trailhead. Travelers can hike one of several trails surrounding Mendenhall Glacier and explore ancient forests, view stunning sapphire…
St. Augustine, Florida is undeniably one of the most unique cities in the United States. St. Augustine was founded by Spanish explorers in 1565. A stately cathedral, an alligator farm, and a pirate museum are a few of the captivating sights that visitors can expect to see if they spend any length of time in…
The East Coast is undeniably a bustling place. Cities like New York, Boston, and Philadelphia serve as international centers for business and culture. In addition to being home to world class restaurants, museums, and towering skyscrapers, the East Coast is also home to numerous naturally beautifully spaces where city dwellers go to recharge. Block Island,…
Arches National Park is a must-see destination for nature lovers and outdoor enthusiasts. Located in Utah, the park is home to the world’s largest concentration of natural sandstone arches, as well as a wide variety of other geological formations like fins, balanced rocks, and spires. Visitors can take a scenic drive to see the major…
In the early 1950s, merchant Con Miller decided to build a trading post in North Pole, Alaska. Con had a history of dressing up as Santa Claus and visiting with children in the surrounding area during the Christmas season. While Con’s trading post was under construction, local legend states that a little boy recognized that…
Itβs a given that people go out of their little corner of the earth to see new places, meet new people, taste new food, and have new experiences. But have you ever tried traveling to find new spots for fishing? Believe it or not, itβs still a thing. Despite all the newfangled things people invent…