The tomb of the unknown soldier exists in several parts of the world and you can get postcards from any of the countries. For more information about these tombs and the postcards that have been issued in the United States and other countries, check out a recent blog (http://www.collectstampsandpostcards.com/blog/2010/01/28/postcards-of-the-tomb-of-the-unknown-soldier.html).I am pleased to know tha...

There's a glowing review (http://www.golfingdownsouth.com/2009/12/14/big-creek-country-club-golf.html) of the Big Creek Country Club. This outstanding golf course is located in Mountain Home, Arkansas. According to Gold Digest it was the best public course to play golf in 2006/2007/2008 and 2009. Of course, Arkansas businessmen are proud of it. They continually vote it the best course in the state...

If you want to read something exciting, go to MyAfricanTravels.com and check out this post (http://www.myafricantravels.com/2010/01/23/the-lion-hunt-4.html) about Lion Hunt #4. The writer describes this African lion hunt. First, they listed taking a .375 magnum rifle, a 38 caliber pistol, and a relatively long hunting knife. Then, they had to walk about a mile along a trail. But, there were no lio...

If you are looking for interesting places to visit in New Jersey, you have a lot of opportunities. If you are into outdoor venues, you should visit Ringwood State Park in Ringwood, New Jersey. This park is over 4,000 acres of beauty. It crosses two counties: Bergen county and Passaic county. When you go there you can visit the State Botanical Garden, which has a large variety of plants, evergreens...

Some fishermen claim that West Virginia is a great place to fish. Why? According to online sources, there are several reasons why they believe this to be true. The first thing about West Virginia fishing is that you can successfully fish throughout the year if you know where to go and have the right gear for the season.According to a post (http://www.campingfishingandhunting.com/2009/10/16/west-vi...

You are a senior and free to travel wherever you wish. But, beware, there are people out there that wish to scam you out of the money you will use to pay for that travel. There's a recent blog (http://www.seniorsafetravel.com/blog/2010/01/04/how-to-recognize-a-scammed-vacation.html) that tells how to beat the scams and travel safely.The writer asks if you have ever received a letter telling you to...

It's hard to believe what you will read about the transformation of Shipshewana, Indiana in a post (http://www.travelingtrinkets.com/2009/10/27/shipshewana-in-a-shoppers-paradise-pt-ii.html) that I found on the Traveling Trinkets website. It seems to be truly a "Shopper's Paradise" just as the title of the article declares.Not only is there a flea market, but the small town has been taken over by ...

Do you enjoy seeing butterflies flitting through the air? Do you ever try to count the many different kinds of butterflies? Do you wonder where they come from? If you would like answers to these questions, you need to visit the Sophia M. Sachs Butterfly House and Education Center in Chesterfield, Missouri. You will enter the conservatory through butterfly shaped doors after you have passed a 25,00...

Have you ever thought about traveling to the huge continent of Africa? I had never really thought about it but this post (http://www.myafricantravels.com/2009/12/15/safaris-in-africa.html) about African safaris seems quite interesting. Maybe you should check this out soon.This article describes the natural beauty and variety of wildlife in Kenya's national parks. Likewise, Kenya is by far the most...

Oh, how nice it would be to tour the windmills in Kinderdijk, Holland! It would be especially enjoyable now that they are transporting tourists on the new electroboat, “Djiewke”. A post (http://www.foreverkitties.com/2009/12/07/traveling-in-holland.html) describes the boat and other things to experience in the Netherlands.Reading this post about traveling in Holland certainly makes me want to go t...

There's a blog (http://www.igopioneering.com/blog/2009/04/08/pioneer-village-in-nebraska.html) about the Pioneer Village in Nebraska. The Pioneer Village is not only a museum but it allows people to see all kinds of things that are of historical value. That is, from working with old tools and what would have been considered power tools in the old days, to old cars including the Ford model T.Along ...

If you're interested in Oregon's history, check out the post (http://www.fishinghuntingblog.com/2009/08/14/the-wood-homested.html) about the old Wood Homestead near Eagle Point. This is one of the first structures built in Eagle Point, Oregon around 1870. It has often been photographed or the subject of paintings.This is the second post about the Wood Homestead on the FishingHuntingBlog website. I...

If you are packing for a trip, you never want your clothes to be wrinkled when you arrive. Even though some hotels will have irons in rooms, who wants to have to do that on vacation. There's a recent blog (http://www.worldsbesttraveling.com/blog/2009/12/03/unpacking-with-no-wrinkles.html) that will give you tips for packing so there will be no wrinkles when you unpack. Doesn't that sound good?One ...

I really do like this website (www.igopioneering.com) since I'm interested in our American heritage. There's quite a variety of posts that are well written. I'd recommend you spend some time visiting this site. There is more than historical articles. There's info on water skiing, fishing, hot potting, snorkeling, brewery tours, steer wresting, truck and tractor pulling events, and much more. Do ch...

Have you been to Atlantic Beach? Well, it is a great little town that is governed by Jacksonville, Florida. It is located in the northeast corner of Florida. In 1900, a gentleman by the name of Flagler built a railroad stop at the north end of this town, which gave it more exposure and a good start.Atlantic Beach has since grown into a cozy, charming beachfront town with white, flat, sandy beaches...

Motorcycles are becoming a popular means of transportation these days. Just look around wherever you may be traveling, and you will find people riding Harley Davidson's at every turn. Harley is not the only manufacturer of motorcycles, but these bikes seem to be many riders preference, or top choice. There are other manufacturers such as Kawasaki, BMW, Honda, Yamaha, Suzuki, or Buell. No matter wh...

Owning a motorhome is a great way to be able to travel and enjoy vacationing, without having to pay the costs of motel or hotel accommodations.One concept to keep in mind when owning a motorhome[coach] is, in order to keep your motorhome[coach] in top condition, you are going to have to keep it maintained. If you should decide to relocate, or you are anticipating a move, there are other options in...

I've never thought at all about traveling to Africa although I greatly enjoy looking at those beautiful pictures of the landscape and huge wild animals. But, there's a brand new website (MyAfricanTravels) that already has many posts about Africa. The first post tells the story about Leroy's Mother traveling to Burundi, Africa for the first time to visit with his family. She had quite an adventure....

If you're traveling through Jacksonville, Florida you may find some great restaurants to satisfy even the most discerning of tastes. If you're looking for a real steak dinner, check out Ruth's Chris Steak House. Ruth's reputation is for the outstanding steaks they serve; they are always fresh and are never frozen. Ruth's also serves Maine lobster, veal and lamb. If you want something light for lun...

The number of things to do in Denver, Colorado is amazing! Check out this blog (http://www.igopioneering.com/blog/2009/05/31/what-to-do-in-denver-colorado.html) with lots of ideas. Have you ever visited Denver? After reading this post, I think I would be most interested in the Denver Art Museum. I would appreciate learning more about the American Indian and this blog mentioned the world-famous Ame...

During the years of Spanish exploration in the 15th Century, there was a great demand for precious gems and metals, especially gold. The Spanish explored and conquered most of South America in this quest for gold. Search for gold usually involved a lot of dangerous factors that, in the end, hindered a successful trip back to Europe. These factors included pirates, turbulent storms on the seas and,...

If you're anxious to get out and experience the great outdoors, check out a new website (www.adventuresscape.com). It could be the link you are looking for to help you get ready. There's also a page on camping tips, just go to: http://www.adventuresscape.com/camping-tips.html.If you're a novice camper, there is no better way to learn the skill of camping than to actually go. Naturally, seasoned ca...

Napa Valley, California is the perfect destination for a vacation, business retreat or family reunion. It's located about an hour from San Francisco and there are four airports that are within an hour to an hour and a half away from Napa Valley.Napa Valley is known not only for its wineries, but also their cheesemakers and restaurants. It may even be time to pamper yourself or your loved ones sinc...

Have you ever gone sturgeon fishing in Oregon? According to recent blog (http://www.fishinghuntingblog.com/2009/05/05/sturgeon-fishing-in-oregon.html), Oregon is the best place to fish for sturgeon. It is one of the most populous fishes in that part of the country and is fished regularly by both locals and tourists looking for a good fishing experience. Hundreds of thousands of sturgeon are found ...

Going to a state fair is so much fun, don't you think? A recent blog (http://www.todaystexas.com/blog/2009/10/12/the-state-fair-of-texas.html) describes the famous Texas State Fair. Can you believe that it's been going on since 1886? And, it boasts the largest attendance of any state fair in the United States!If you like Ferris wheels, go to the Texas State Fair to ride the largest one in the Unit...

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I really enjoy the national parks in the United States and read about the Grand Teton National Parks in a recent blog: http://www.highwaytraveling.com/2009/09/17/the-grand-teton-national-park.html. This article states that this national park is named after the mountain range that runs through it.The Grand Teton is just south of Yellowstone National Park and connected to Yellowstone by the John D. ...

Did you know that there are dozens of discount travel companies online? Or, have you already used any of these inexpensive companies to book trips?There's a blog (http://www.superdiscountprices.com/2009/05/01/discount-travel.html) that gives many tips on using these discount travel companies. There is information on several discount travel agencies as well as different modes of travel you might li...

Have you experienced Savannah? Have you felt the "spell" that comes over those who visit the magnificent city of Savannah, Georgia? I know that I definitely have and many others have testified to the experience! Since this is a cooking and baking site, I'll address the food we experienced while in Savannah. Since I live in West Virginia, the top thing on my food list was seafood and ---- we did se...

Do you enjoy collecting coffee mugs? I'm sure you must have several of them. They became a popular item to collect in many homes, as they help recall priceless memories. They can range from souvenirs from other countries, states and theme parks. There are so many to pick and choose from; deciding which ones to put in the collection can be difficult, yet exciting. You can discuss where you bought t...

New York City has set claim to many musicians throughout the years. These musicians' genres range from pop, jazz, rap and rock. Did you know that New York City has raised several musicians into the music industry?To learn more about the many musicians from New York City, you should first go to the following post: http://www.nymade.com/blog/2009/09/09/famous-musicians-claimed-by-new-york-city.html....