The Explore All 50 States Project
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There are many ways to take in the storied Brooklyn Bridge. You can walk across it, cruise under it, or just take it in from the shore. We opted for option number three which we recommend from the Brooklyn side where you can enjoy some ice cream or pizza at Brooklyn Ice Cream Factory or Juliana's while you stroll along with the Manhattan skyline as a backdrop to the beautiful bridge. The first thing I thought … [Read more...]
There is no better way to see the Statue of Liberty than just the way those incoming immigrants saw her on a boat in the harbor. Thankfully you can do that from two locations, one from New York City at Battery Park, and also at Liberty State Park in Jersey City, New Jersey. There are several tours to choose from but be forewarned, the crown tour sells out months in advance because there are a limited number of … [Read more...]
Joy’s parents could not have picked a more appropriate name for this Las Vegas resident and transplanted Brooklynite with the bubbly personality who brings smile and joy wherever she travels in her quest to see all 50 states. This former New York tour guide, is up to 12 states so far and can’t wait to hit the road again meeting interesting people, experiencing new tastes and having all kinds of adventures. … [Read more...]
New Mexico is also known as "The Land of Enchantment". It's known for many other things as well, see if you can guess what else they are ... 1) New Mexico is home to the largest Native American tribe. Which tribe is it? a) Navajo b) Zuni c) Hopi d) Cherokee e) Tiwa 2) Area 51 the secret government location of a supposed downed UFO is located near which city in … [Read more...]
There is something so incredibly peaceful as you travel through the magnificent and unique landscapes of New Mexico and Colorado. These states share a natural spirituality but each is vastly different. Just like John Denver's "Rocky Mountain High" and The Champs "Tequila!" The painted desert of New Mexico is vibrant and almost otherworldly. Home to many Native American Indian tribes, it is also known as home to some … [Read more...]
When we visited the National Museum of Nuclear Science and History it was known as the National Atomic Museum. Initially Shari's daughter Maya was a little flipped out because she thought it was all about atomic bombs which are scary. Well, we did learn about the atomic bomb but we also learned a lot about the atom and how it's power can also be used for good like in x-rays. I am not sure how much of the museum … [Read more...]
1) New Mexico is home to the largest Native American tribe. Which tribe is it? a) Navajo b) Zuni c) Hopi d) Cherokee e) Tiwa 2) Area 51 the secret government location of a supposed downed UFO is located near which city in New Mexico a) Albuquerque b) Taos c) Roswell d) Chimayo e) Las Cruces 3) New Mexico is known for a very colorful annual event, what is it? a) The … [Read more...]
