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The view from the Commando Memorial in the Scottish Highlands.

Plan your visit the Commando Memorial in Spean Bridge, Scotland

The Commando Memorial is a bronze sculpture monument near Spean Bridge in the Scottish Highlands, dedicated to British Commando Forces from World War II. This guide covers opening hours, parking, facilities, accessibility and practical tips for planning your visit. You can visit as part of…

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial on the National Mall, Washington DC.

Vietnam Veterans Memorial, Washington DC: Ticket prices, hours & visitor guide

Planning a visit to the Vietnam Veterans Memorial in Washington DC? Get essential info on location, visiting hours, and how to find names on The Wall with this guide. The first time I walked along the Vietnam Veterans Memorial Wall in Washington DC, I was…

The Dr Martin Luther King Jr Memorial in Washington DC.

Dr Martin Luther King Jr Memorial, Washington DC: Ticket prices, hours & visitor guide (2026)

Visit the Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial in DC. Our 2026 guide includes opening hours and essential visitor information. The first time I walked through the Mountain of Despair and saw Dr King's figure emerging from the Stone of Hope, I was struck by…

The St Nikolai Monument in Hamburg, Germany.

St Nikolai Memorial, Hamburg: Ticket prices, opening hours & visitor guide

A guide to the St. Nikolai Memorial in Hamburg. Find ticket prices, opening hours, and key information for visiting the historic church ruin. Walking through Hamburg's old quarter, I kept catching glimpses of something that didn't quite fit. A skeletal Gothic tower, too tall and…

Plan your visit to the Flight 93 National Memorial: Opening hours, ticket prices and parking

First time visiting the Flight 93 National Memorial in Pennsylvania? This guide covers opening hours, ticket prices, parking, accessibility, and how to get there. History and overview of the Flight 93 National Memorial The story of the Flight 93 National Memorial begins on September 11,…