There is a lot of stuff to do in New York. I mean a lot of things. Since we were traveling with other people. We decided to get a tour of New York. We went on to Washington D.C and choose the same company. USA Guided I opted for the […]
The most popular city in the United States. It is in New York, the state we just talked about. Location It is located here Facts Here are some facts about New York City (NYC) History Algonquian Native Americans inhabited it. The first documented visit to New York harbor was in […]
When you talk about New York state, it is known as The State of New York or New York State to distance itself from New York City. It is located on the Northeastern side of the United States. Here are some facts The layout of the USA at the time […]
Is one of the airports that service the New York City area and is named after former New York City mayor Fiorello La Guardia. Located This is in Queens, New York. History The call sign for LaGuardia airport is LGA. It opened up in 1939 and is the hub for […]
This is in the somewhat center of Florida and is close to Port Canaveral and of course Walt Disney World. Location This is located 6 miles southeast of Downton Orlando, Florida. Jeff Fuqua Blvd, Orlando, FL 32827 History The call sign for Orlando Airport is MCO, this stands for McCoy […]
We headed out to the big Apple via Orlando. Yep, you heard that right. We went to Orlando, Florida. Flight to Orlando It was a smooth ride, well sort of. It was packed full of people. I know it is what airplanes are made for. But, it was a full […]
You know it is just the typical thing we do. We just drive to the same airport and do not really give a good review of the airport. Maybe one day. The Drive-up It was your typical drive up, got on the freeway, got into the carpool lane, and away […]
New Trip means, packing the tech. sometimes this gets old but enjoyable. Now I just need to figure out what I am going to take. What am I going to take? The questions that come to my mind are the following: Narrowed it down I narrowed it down to the […]
Yep, we went on another trip. I know you are thinking that I suck, that I go on so many trips. Well, this trip has been planned for a long time and 100% paid for in 2020. Headed Where We are headed to the following places, wait you are thinking […]
Washington D.C. was a great place to visit. Seeing the capital of the United States. Has been on my bucket list. History So much history in that place. All the memorials for great leaders. Where Washington once rode. Where he once lived. Where Lincoln once lived. To honor the fallen […]
The trip has to come to an end at some point, It is a sad day for us. Trip home we flew delta nonstop from Reagan national airport to Salt Lake City International Airport. we took the metro to the airport and got there we got through security just fine […]
Name of Hotel: Holiday Inn Washington Capitol Address: 550 C St. SW, Washington, 20024, DC, US Website: Location: 550 C St SW, Washington DC 20024 Room Comfort: The Comfort was excellent. There was a chair you could sit on and relax. Room Cleanliness: The room was clean. They didn’t do […]
We didn’t start to use the metro until Sunday. To be honest, I wanted to walk everywhere, I need to lose weight. Metro At, first they were going to build a massive highway system, but that didn’t go over too well. So, they got some billions of dollars and started […]
Did you know that there is a castle-looking building on the Washington Mall? Yep, there is. Located The Castle Right now the Castle holds the administrative offices of the Smithsonian. James Smithson was a British Scientist who lived from 1765-1829. He was an illegitimate son of a Duke, and he […]
The Smithsonian Institution runs another Museum.This one is all about Nature. Located What is it For starters it has the most extensive natural history collection in the world of the following: It is an exciting place to go and see. I would highly encourage it. You can see the Hop […]
After an eventful night in Washington D.C., it was time to head home, but our flight didn’t leave until later that day. So what do we do? More things to see We ventured back to the Navy Memorial to see if the archives were open. I am glad we did […]
Sunday, May 8, 2022, came upon us and well, it is Mother’s Day and we decided to go out to eat at the last minute. Adventure Since it was a Sunday, and the area was mostly office buildings so about 98% were closed. We ended up taking the Metro there. […]
Washington D.C. is on one side of the Potomac River and on the other side is the Arlington National Cemetery. Located History The adopted grandson, George Washington Parke Custis acquired the land in 1802, where the Cemetery is now located at. Later on, Mary Anna, the daughter acquired the land […]
Food for the day Breakfast We ate at the hotel, I think I am the only one who ate breakfast that morning. I had some Eggs French toast Orange juice It didn’t look like this Lunch Was a rice crispy treat Dinner We ate at the Pizza place that was […]
If the White House wasn’t good enough to know you are in D.C. then this Monument is. Located History Is it named after Washington, the city of Washington, or the man? In my opinion, the city is named after George Washington, the first President of the United States. The Washington […]
This place was a museum full of stuff from the good old American History. Located American History Over the years as the Americans grew and things changed over the years. They put together this museum to show off some of that stuff. It has some pretty cool things in it […]
Honoring all the men and women who have served the Navy. Located Between Pennsylvania Avenue NW and 7th Street NW and 9th Street NW. Memorial This is to honor all those who have served and are currently serving in the following: Navy Marine Corps Coast Guard Merchant Marine Yes, there […]
This isn’t as big as the other Memorials. Located In the Indiana Plaza in Washington D.C. History Interesting story behind the Army’s creation. Benjamin F Stephenson was appointed a surgeon in the 14th Illinois Volunteer Infantry Regiment during the civil war. Makes it all the up to Major. After the […]
One of the places I wanted to go to for the longest time was the Gallery of Art. Located 6th and Constitution Ave NW Washington D.C. 20565 Art You might not think it by looking at me. But I love art. I love the classics. I might not know […]
You need to eat to stay alive right? Well, since we aren’t home and we don’t have a fridge full of food. We have to eat out. So here is what we had for the day. Breakfast We ate at the hotel in the restaurant there. It could use some […]
We didn’t plan on renting a car, but the wife wanted to go out to Mount Vernon. So we rented one. Found one We found one on Budget, and so we reserved it at Regan National Airport. We jumped in a cab. We should have taken the Metro but we […]
The Marine Corps is the division of the Military that is usually the first to go into battle. In my opinion. Located Memorial The famous picture of the Marine Corps was taken on Iwo Jima in World War II. By Joe Rosenthal – https://www.apnews.com/f00e1181d57a414a848ac96b772839fddirect link this file was derived […]
A good way to honor the men and women of the United States Airforce is to have a memorial. Located This is located in Arlington County, Virginia. Memorial It sits on the former Navy Annex which is by The Pentagon and the Arlinton National Cemetery. In December of 1993, […]
Sitting just north of D.C. in Kensington, MD this is the 18th constructed and the 16th operating temple of The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Location: It is visible from Interstate 495, known as the Capital Beltway, on exit 33. You can also take the Washington Metro’s […]
