Across the U.S. are an amazing number of aviation attractions. From east coast to west coast and from north to south, Flying Compass rates the following as the Top 10 Aviation Attractions: Smithsonian Institution's National Air and Space Museum, in Washington, D.C., complemented by the Steven F....
Learn about the nuances that make Michigan’s Mackinac Island so unique. Learn how to pronounce the name of the island, which ferry service to use, how luggage is handled, where to eat and how to get around the island that has no cars.
The Hampton Roads area of Virginia is comprised of Chesapeake, Hampton, Newport News, Norfolk, Portsmouth, Suffolk and Virginia Beach, plus the major attractions - Colonial Williamsburg, Busch Gardens Williamsburg, Jamestown and the Battle of Yorktown. Discover the area’s rich history and historic...
A few select city destinations stand alone with just the mention of their name. Newport, R.I., is one of those - a city synonymous with religious freedom, wealthy summer residents, opulent oceanfront mansions, sailing yachts, the prestigious America’s Cup, extensive colonial preservation and its...
Learn about Newport, Rhode Island’s street layout, trolley service, and where to find parking garages and lots, metered parking, smart cards, beach parking and public restrooms.
Visitors to Newport, Rhode Island, are able to experience first-hand the city’s deep connection to the sea. Explore the International Yachting Museum at Fort Adams; dine on seafood at Bannister or Bowen wharves or perhaps at restaurants with outstanding waterfront views. If the weather’s just...
With two of the most impressive preservation collections - colonial homes and mansions, Newport draws visitors interested in architecture, famous former residents and decorative arts. Take walking tours through the Historic Hill and Historic Point neighborhoods or tour the mansions of the...
Hampton, Virginia’s waterfront is the backdrop for several attractions including the Virginia Air and Space Center, the Hampton Carousel, Fort Monroe’s Casemate Museum, Fort Wool and Old Point Comfort Lighthouse. Nearby find the Hampton History Museum, the Hampton University Museum, home to the...
While it seems as if San Antonio has more than enough to keep any visitor running from morning to night, a trip into the Hill Country just has to be included. The challenge is in deciding how to squeeze this large region into your schedule. But which cities should be included - Kerrville,...
Every autumn two highly anticipated events occur in Gatlinburg,
Tennessee - spectacular fall foliage and the Gatlinburg Craftsmen’s
Fair featuring exceptional arts and crafts. Now may be the perfect time
to schedule your next visit to the Great Smoky Mountain National Park
and neighboring...