Some random observations about driving in the US

Some random observations about driving in the US

Random, yet helpful, observations about driving in the US. Essential advice and insights for tourists planning a road trip across America. The following random thoughts were ones that sprung to mind as I drove from Boston to Chicago. They’re not entirely based on this trip…
A statue of Abraham Lincoln in Gettysburg, Pennsylvania.

Visiting Gettysburg, Pennsylvania: Understanding Abraham Lincoln

The Visitor Center at Gettysburg, Pennsylvania, provides thought-provoking insight into Abraham Lincoln via his most famous speech. Gettysburg: The battle that no-one wanted The coachloads pulling up outside Gettysburg’s Visitor Center really shouldn’t be there. The Battle of Gettysburg – the biggest single bloodbath in…
The Grand Canyon Skywalk at Grand Canyon West, Arizona.

How scary is the Grand Canyon Skywalk?

The Grand Canyon Skywalk has you standing nearly 4,000ft above the Colorado River. But its perhaps not as scary as some travellers may anticipate. What is the Grand Canyon Skywalk? The Grand Canyon Skywalk is a large viewing platform on Hualapai Indian land at Grand…

The seedy history of Portland on a Shanghai Tunnels tour

Explore the seedy history of Portland, Oregon. Uncover tales of crime and corruption on a walking tour of the city's past, including the truth about the infamous Shanghai Tunnels. To choose from a range of Portland walking tours, investigate the options here. Erickson’s Nine Bar…
One of many witches in Salem, Massachusetts.

Salem, Massachusetts: From witch trials to Halloween central

Explore Salem, Massachusetts, site of the 1692 witch trials. See how the city embraced its past to become a Halloween destination for visitors today. Cry Innocent in Salem, Massachusetts On the stand, Bridget Bishop is doing herself no favours. She’s failing to hide her contempt…