Tag: culture

Amsterdam, Netherlands

Amsterdam has a fascinating history and is part of the reason this city is on so many travelers’ bucket lists. Here are some things you should know.

What to see at the Rijksmuseum

Planning your visit to the Rijksmuseum and deciding what to see there can be a bit challenging. Here are some highlights that will help you plan your visit and make your choice easier.

Victoria, Canada

Victoria was founded in 1843 as a Hudson's Bay Company trading post. The city's early history has been carefully preserved and can be seen in lovingly restored.

Ketchikan, Alaska

Visitors to Ketchikan will be intrigued by its rich Native heritage, which includes the world's oldest collection of totem poles at Totem Heritage Center.

Skagway, Alaska

Skagway was the gateway to the gold fields for the thousands who flocked to Alaska and the Yukon with the hope of striking it rich.

Juneau, Alaska

Juneau has a total land mass of 3,255 square miles and is the largest capital city in the USA and is the only state capital not accessible by road.

Haleakalā National Park

The crater at the Haleakalā National Park on Maui is rich with stories of ancient and modern Hawaiian culture and protects the bond between the land and its people.