The Smithsonian Institution was founded for the increase and diffusion of knowledge, on 10 August 1846, with funds from the Englishman James Smithson. The Smithsonian, as it is known, is the world's largest museum, education, and research complex, with 19 museums and the National Zoo. The majority of museums are located in the US capital with addit...

Amtrak is a passenger railroad providing a medium and long-distance intercity service in the USA and to nine Canadian cities. Amtrak set up their headquarters in Washington DC in 1971 and is now in its 50th year of operation The railroad's Northeast Regional route is a good way to explore the Capital Region and US's North East coast. It takes passe...

With more than 55 wineries and vineyards, the North Fork on Long Island's laid back east end has a reputation as an up-and-coming wine region worthy of a tasting visit. by Marcia Simon By wine industry standards, the North Fork of Long Island is still in its infancy, although the region's viticulture reputation has been steadily on the rise si...

Nantucket, a small, isolated island off Cape Cod, Massachusetts, is a summer destination with dune-backed beaches. It is defined by unpainted cedar-shingled buildings, with the wharves and cobblestoned streets of the Town of Nantucket lined with restaurants, boutiques and steepled churches. The town's Whaling Museum recounts the island's role as a ...

San Francisco Pride holds one of the oldest and largest annual LGBTQIA parades in the world every June. Hundreds of thousands of people visit the city (during normal times) to experience the parade and join in the celebrations. The parade passes through along Market Street and is free and open to all. The festival includes 20+ live stages at the Ci...

​ Colorado is a premier cycling destination, due to its alpine views, variety of terrain, soaring elevation and challenging altitude. High-Desert Biking in Eagle High-Desert Biking in Eagle is situated less than an hour from Aspen, Eagle is a high-desert town, which means extended biking season and trails that are open until mid-December. Over 100 ...