Philadelphia Chinatown

Philadelphia Chinatown

Chinatown  Website: Philadelphia-Chinatown.info   In the mid 1800’s many Chinese men came to the United States with the hope of finding gold and striking it rich.  After the gold rush the transcontinental railroad drew many Chinese workers to the US.  Instead of...
Mayan Ruins

Mayan Ruins

The Mayan ruins in Tulum are the highest visited ruins anywhere (at least in the Caribbean).  That shouldn’t matter, their beauty is still well worth a visit.  Make sure you bring some suntan lotion, water, a hat, and a swimsuit....
Masonic Temple

Masonic Temple

Masonic Temple Address: 1 N. Broad St. Philadelphia, Pennsylvania Website: PAGrandLodge.org I knew that many of our Founding Fathers were Free Masons.  I had learned that from the history books as well as a few modern movies. But I had never known you could see inside...
ATK Missile Display – Utah

ATK Missile Display – Utah

Away from civilization (but near the Golden Spike) you’ll find the missile testing facility for ATK. The ATK missile display shows the various science, NASA, and military missiles they’ve developed over the years.
Roatan Honduras

Roatan Honduras

On our Western Caribbean cruise we took an excursion in every port.  We decided to do something a bit different and more laid back when it came to Roatan Island off the coast of Honduras.  We hired a local with a minivan to meet us just outside of the cruise terminal....
Goblin Valley

Goblin Valley

Goblin Valley State Park Goblin Valley State Park is unique and often compared to Mars because of the geological formations and sandstone that make up the majority of the park.  I remember going to Goblin Valley Park as a child and I couldn’t wait to take my family...