In the early 1970s, Hugh Davis surprised his wife Zelta with a unique anniversary gift: a large blue whale. The 20-foot tall, 80-foot long structure, made mostly from metal, wood, concrete and copper tubing was placed in a pond on the family’s property east of Catoosa, Oklahoma. The Whale and the pond, which had been …
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The Artistry and Nature of Tuscany
Millions of people each year are attracted to Italy, and not just because of the beauty of the natural landscapes of green and rolling hills that dot this peninsular country. Many individuals flock here to take in the man-made beauty of its artisans, both historical and present-day. Tuscany is one such region considered by many …
History Comes Alive in Stockholm, Sweden
The capital of Sweden, Stockholm is a trade and commerce center. It is located in a group of islands in Lake Malar near the Baltic Sea. Stockholm’s charm lies in this geographical placement. You’ll see astonishing views; everything from towns on the sea and steep cliffs to the complexity of the various waterways. Perhaps the …
Beach Rentals in Beautiful South Carolina
For your next vacation, look no further than a beach rental in beautiful South Carolina. Beach rentals are a great alternative to spending your vacation inside a hotel room. There are many different places to find exciting wildlife and photo opportunities. Edisto Beach State Park is a campground with an oceanfront view. This beach is …
Great Smoky Mountain Wildlife Vacations
With easy access to wildlife and hiking trails, a wildlife viewing vacation could be a very exciting alternative to the usual spa by the pool. This makes an excellent family-style vacation getaway. You should keep in mind, however, that there are rules in place to keep both the vacationers and the wildlife safe; for instance, …
Grand Canyon Air Tours
Have you always wanted to visit the Grand Canyon? Maybe the idea of standing on a sheet of glass is not all that appealing to you, or the fact that you cannot take cameras on the glass floor for fears of said floor crumbling beneath you should the glass be shattered. Regardless, the best viewing …