Stop by Ghiradelli and get your FREE chocolate. They give out FREE little chocolate squares (various flavors) when you enter the chocolate shop.
Downtown Disney was FREE and really fun. Earl of Sandwich restaurant is really good. If you go to Downtown Disney you have to go to the World of Disney store- amazing!!
There's a special painting brush hidden in the park. Find it and you get a prize!
The Smithsonian Institution was founded for the "increase and diffusion" of knowledge from a bequest to the United States by the British scientist James Smithson, who had never visited the US himself.
Check out the new Bioluminescence exhibit at the Ocean Hall. Way cool!
The Capitol is among the most architecturally impressive and symbolically important buildings in the world. Begun in 1793, the Capitol has been built, burnt, rebuilt, extended, and restored.
Built for the 1962 World Expo, Space Needle distinctive structure, rising 600-plus feet above Seattle Center , has since become Seattle's most famous landmark.
A must-do. Eating in the rotating sky city restaurant is great. Food is good and staff friendly. Go back at night for a totally different experience. Reservations required for Sky City.
This hands-on museum features IMAX movies and laser shows, plus ever-changing exhibits that include displays on dinosaurs, whales, robots and much more.
After the Battle of New Orleans in 1814 the square was renamed Jackson Square after General Andrew Jackson. Jackson Square has been featured in movies, including The Curious Case of Benjamin Button.
Walk to the north and see Eads Bridge. It was the longest arch bridge in the world at the time it was built in 1874.
This year we are commemorating the 180th Anniversary of the Battle of the Alamo, a defining moment in our nation's history. The Alamo Mission is a fantastic place to experience authentic history. Read more.
Monty, the great Alamo storyteller, will lay down the history of the Alamo like nobody else! Catch the story of the Alamo everyday at 5:30 p.m. in Alamo Plaza with Monty!
During the Great Depression "Monkey Hill", an artificial hill, was built to show the kids of flat New Orleans what a hill looks like. Local folklore calls Monkey Hill the highest point in New Orleans.
Opened in 1838, The New Orleans Mint is currently the oldest surviving structure to have served as a U.S. Mint. Since 1981 it has served as a branch of the Louisiana State Museum.
This was the site of the Louisiana Purchase transfer ceremonies in 1803 & continued to be used by the city council until the mid 1850s. In 1911 the Cabildo became home to the Louisiana State Museum.
The museum enriches the lives of Colorado and Rocky Mountain residents through the acquisition, preservation, and presentation of art works in both the permanent collections and temporary exhibitions.
Home of the "Unsinkable" Molly Brown, Titanic heroine, restored to its original Victorian splendor.
Explore the cosmos and Mars in the Space Odyssey exhibit where the Museum Galaxy Guides will take you to interactive exhibits, live performances, and demonstrations. Fun for all ages. Read more.
The Denver Zoo has long been an innovator in re-creating realistic habitats: Bear Mountain, built in 1918, was the first animal exhibit in the U.S. constructed of simulated concrete rockwork.
Includes, early Colorado history, capitol construction, the lawmaking process, several stained glass windows, women's Gold tapestry, presidential portraits, and the Senate chambers.
Definetely the best zoo I've ever been to. Alot to see though, so make it a day trip to see all it has to offer.
This theater opened May 18, 1927 with the premiere of Cecil B. DeMille's film 'The King of Kings'. The Academy Awards were held here in 1944, 1945, & 1946. It was declared a historic landmark in 1968.
It is Free Sunday. And, show us where you've checked in at Price Tower via Foursquare and you'll get 20% off one item in the Wright Place Museum Store!
Words will NEVER nor can they describe the beauty of this place. I can't wait to take my kids there
When it opened on October 15, 1993, the pyramid was the tallest building on the strip and took 2 years to build at a cost of $375 million.
Check out the statue of Leo the MGM Lion on the corner of Tropicana and Las Vegas Boulevard. It weighs over 100,000 lbs and is the largest bronze statue in the U.S.
Try to get there during feeding time, the lions are crunk then, and so cute!
Runs from MGM to the Sahara. Buy the multiple day pass to save a few bucks.
The longest running show in Las Vegas is the Follies Bergere at the Tropicana Hotel and Casino. It opened in 1959.
Just six months after opening the Flamingo, mobster "Bugsy" Siegel was murdered in Los Angeles, a slaying reportedly ordered by Siegel's mafia bosses to effect a change in management at the Flamingo.
In partnership with Harrah’s, Simon has crafted a retro-chic burger joint complete with “Iron Chef Sliders” and a Cap'n Crunch Milkshake. Read more.
Construction began in 1962 and the hotel was inaugurated in 1966. Original owner Jay Sarno called it "Caesars" and not "Caesar's" because he thought of every guest as a Caesar.
This location was once home to the legendary Dunes hotel which were demolished in 1993. When Bellagio opened in 1998, it was the most expensive hotel ever built at a cost of 1.6 billion.
The Mirage was built on the site formerly occupied by the Castaways & the Red Rooster Nite Club. The hotel's distinctive gold windows get their color from actual gold used in the tinting process.
This is one of Vegas' most loved attractions. Get there early to experience the sights of the Vegas Strip and get a prime photo spot. Everybody needs a shot in front of the volcano!!!
Check out the tower in the courtyard: it’s a scaled replica of Venice, Italy’s St. Mark Campanile.
Originally, the plan was to build the Eiffel Tower to full scale but the airport was too close and the tower had to be shrunk. The scale is approximately 1:2.
Located in the heart of the Strip, this hotel offers free Internet access, cable and local calls. Get $1 bottles of beer and $1 frozen margaritas here, leaving you with extra cash for the tables. Read more.
Take a ride on the moving walkway that whisks you between the main entrance to Bally’s and the Strip.
Aside from one of the largest outdoor signs in the world, check out Benihanna Village – the world’s largest in the chain of exhibition-style restaurants!
The Golden Nugget Casino opened in 1946 and is known for having over 1,900 deluxe rooms. – Adam Richman, Man v. Food
Each night,12.5 million synchronized LED modules provide the backdrop for spectacular high-definition video shows, live television feeds, and special event productions!
Opened in 1993, the original plans called for a tower addition to The Mirage, but it later evolved into this separate hotel casino.
Boasting Las Vegas’ finest cognac, armagnac & cigar collection, this gem on the Strip is a perfect place to slip into an over-stuffed leather chair, grab a snifter and puff on a hand-crafted treat. Read more.
The original plans envisioned this to be the world's tallest freestanding structure. But due to possible inference with the airport, the tower was reduced to the current height 1,149 ft.
Don't be a Vegas snob! This is a great hotel. Where else can you get $1 tables, $1 slots, $1 beer, $1 shots, $1 hotdogs, and don't forget an 180 ounce beer for $28...
At its opening, the $15 million facility only included a casino. Hotel room towers would not be added until 1973. The famous clown marquee at the entrance was added in 1976.
Don’t miss a photo opp with the $1 Million Dollar display, composed of 2,700 tens, 34, 400 twenties, and 42,000 one dollar bills.
The buffet at the Wynn Hotel is excellent. When approaching a buffet, never go in the first wave. Be the first on line when they replenish the buffet. – Anthony Bourdain, No Reservations
See the aquarium!! Very nice with fish, sharks, and sting rays. Even divers and mermaids!
The Infinity Room has 3,264 windows and juts out 218 feet over the valley. House includes a fireplace so large it has a stairway in the flue and a secret room. Read more.
Special events in winter include old time cooking techniques during the village’s December-long look at Christmas traditions. -- Green Guide Editor
Mount Vernon was home to George Washington for more than 45 years. Washington enlarged the residence and built up the property from 2,000 to nearly 8,000 acres. See video for more history. Read more.
Located on the waterfront next to the Omnidome, this aquarium features exotic fishes, sea mammals & other ocean life. See the sea lions, harbor seals, sea otters & even come face to face with a shark.
This park tells the story Seattle played in the Gold Rush of 1898. Some miners stayed in Seattle & made fortunes in other ways, including John Nordstrom, the founder of Nordstrom department stores.
The zoo let's you step into an African savanna, an Asian elephant habitat and a tropical rain forest. The zoo also brings special exhibits, which have included monitor dragons, butterflies and other b
look for the ghoasts on the tour... ladies falling from ladders while crossing the old streets
Turn a trip to the Seattle Center into an adventure on the Monorail. It’s only two minutes and the fastest way to travel from downtown to the Center.Powered by ParentsConnect.com Read more.
The museum takes you through music history by immersing you in nearly 80,000 artifacts including photos, sound archives, costumes and musical instruments from notable artists.
Be sure to check out Winter Fest and all the festive activities November 25 – December 31http://www.seattlecenter.com/winterfest/
Awesome place for sci-fi fans. Great memorabilia from movies and TV shows, lots of history. Overall, just awesome.
A unique monument created by a man of striking originality and passion.
The tour is free (plus you get a free sample at the end!. In the spring you can catch the cacti blooming in the garden - great for families! Read more.
Go to the Las Vegas Natural History Museum and see the best museum in town! Hit the Egypt exhibit first! Read more.
These famous authors were next door neighbours and great friends. Their beautiful Victorian houses are now museums and a guided tour is a must-do while in Connecticut.
Notable author of the anti-slavery novel, Uncle Tom’s Cabin, Harriet Beecher Stowe lived in this house. Guided tours are available each day.
Completed in 1889, it is the working center of Georgia's government. The museum within the Capitol houses extensive collections reflecting the natural & cultural history of Georgia.
The Mall opened in 1992 and is the nation's largest retail complex. Each year there are 40 million visitors, which is more than the combined populations of Iowa, North Dakota, South Dakota & Canada.
SEA LIFE is the perfect break from all of that shopping. Come closer to more than 10,000 sea creatures, including sharks, sea turtles, rays, jellyfish, seahorses and much more! Read more.
Great "Films in February, Movies in March" series every year Read more.
Did you know? The oldest human artifacts found in the area are nearly 12,000 years old and date to the Paleo-Indian period. There has been continuous use and occupation of the park since that time. Read more.
This zoo opened in 1915 & covers over 100 acres with more than 4000 animals. In the 80s an orangutan named Ken Allen became famous for repeatedly escaping from the 'escape-proof' orangutan enclosure.
Take time to walk the Presidential Trail that will lead you to the base of the monument, directly below the four famous faces. And - keep your eyes open for sure-footed mountain goats!
I love Hot Springs. Incredible Mountains with fantastic views. Take a mineral bath and heal your body. Arlington Hotel is a great place to stay. Get ready to relax and take tours starting here.
I feel sorry for this run down aquarium. I always try to take a tour to give the lady some monetary support. Hot springs needs a real aquarium.
Make sure to bring a garden-like treat for "Pokey," the super friendly 30 year old tortoise that strolls about the building!
