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21/11/2024

Maquoketa Caves State Park is a state park of Iowa, United States, located in Jackson County. It stands northwest of the city of Maquoketa. The 111 acres on the east side of the park are listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

The park contains more caves than any other state park in Iowa—13. A trail system links the caves, formations, and overlooks while providing a scenic hiking experience. One of the park’s most memorable feature is a waterfall on the Raccoon Creek.

20/11/2024

19/11/2024

8 score and 1 year ago today, Abraham Lincoln gave his famous address memorializing the Battle at Gettysburg. We were able to visit Gettysburg this summer and the experience was amazing.

18/11/2024

Don't make the beach wait for you.

15/11/2024

Get comfortable!

12/11/2024

With incredible food, sprawling beaches, world-renowned architecture, and tons of museums, Barcelona is a feast for the senses. Architecture lovers can tour the works of Antoni Gaudí, including Sagrada Familia and Park Güell. From the historic Gothic Quarter to the Picasso museum, it's a mecca for creative inspiration.

12/11/2024

Where in the world?

11/11/2024

We were honored and moved to visit the Korean War, Vietname War, and World War II Memorials this summer.

05/11/2024

Happy Election Day!

01/11/2024

This house in Dresden, Germany that plays music when it rains is called the Singing House and is located in the Neustadt Kunsthofpassage. The house's gutters and pipes are designed to create a musical melody when it rains, turning the entire building into a musical instrument.

The Singing House was designed by Annette Paul, Christoph Roßner, and André Tempel and installed in 1999. It's part of a complex of five courtyards, each with a different theme, including the courtyard of music.

31/10/2024

For those of you looking for a spooky destination--look no further than the Ax Murder House.

The Josiah B. and Sara Moore House is a house in Villisca, Iowa, United States. The house was the site of the 1912 brutal murder of eight people, including six children. A documentary has been made about the murder, which remains unsolved.

Today, you can take a tour of the house... or spend the night in the house if you dare!

31/10/2024

Ever heard of a rock formation so intriguing that it seems out of this world? Meet the Devil's Tower National Monument, a geological marvel that shoots straight out of the prairies surrounding the Black Hills. But here's the weird part: no one knows for certain how it formed. While geologists have theories, ranging from volcanic activity to erosion, indigenous legends tell a different story, describing a giant bear clawing at the rock to create its unique, column-like ridges. Whether a natural phenomenon or the stuff of tales, this mysterious monolith continues to captivate and mystify visitors from all corners of the globe.

25/10/2024

Salem is a city on the north coast of Massachusetts north of Boston. It's famous for its 1692 witch trials, during which several locals were executed for allegedly practicing witchcraft. Landmarks from this episode include the Witch House, the former home of a trial judge and the Salem Witch Trials Memorial.

If you are intersted, there are several Ghost and witchy-tours you can go on. It is also just a beautiful quaint New-England town.

24/10/2024

Japan is a beautiful country and worth a visit! There is a great variety of activities you can enjoy including:
- Hiking: There are many hiking trails in Japan, including the Koyasan Choishi Michi Trail, the Kyoto Trail, the Gotemba Trail, and the Kumano Kodō Pilgrimage Trail
- Visit a shrine: Itsukushima Shrine is one of the most popular and is built over water.
- See a castle: Himeji Castle is a national treasure and UNESCO World Heritage Site that is considered one of the most spectacular castles in Japan.
- Visit a museum: The Hiroshima Peace Memorial Museum showcases artifacts and displays about the bombing of Hiroshima and its aftermath.
- Attend a tea ceremony: Chanoyu is a ritualized tea ceremony that involves preparing and drinking matcha, a powdered green tea.
- Climb Mount Fuji: Trekking on the curves of Mount Fuji is a popular activity in Japan.
- Visit Sensō-ji: This temple is located in Tokyo and is considered the city's oldest and most colorful temple.

22/10/2024

Trevi Fountain was designed by Italian architect Nicola Salvi and completed by Giuseppe Pannini in 1762. Standing 86 ft high and 161 ft wide, it is the largest Baroque fountain in the city and one of the most famous fountains in the world.