When you hear the name Amelia Island, you most likely have a vision of an exotic, private getaway, complete with an isolated island covered in white beaches and surrounded with crystal blue waters. Well that is not the case with this particular island. Amelia Island, Florida is a small quaint little place, being only approximately 18.2 square miles of space that is widely noted for the slower pace of life there. Most find this the perfect place to live as you do not have the ...

Getting away for an exciting island vacation can mean different things to different people. Some vacationers love the Virgin Islands. Others choose Staten Island, the Emerald Isle or the Isle of Wight. But if you want a luxurious island vacation at one of North America's best-kept secrets, consider making Amelia Island your little piece of paradise. Nestled among the Atlantic coast's southernmost barrier islands, Amelia Island is known throughout Florida and the United Sta...

To many travelers, Amelia Island is a newfound paradise. But centuries of people have been drawn to its tranquil shores and exquisite natural beauty. According to local folklore and historical evidence, Timucuan Indians first inhabited Amelia Island as early as 2000 BC. The Timucuan people were known for elaborate body tattoos in yellow, black, blue and red. The island was originally named "Isle de Mai" (Island of May) by Jean Ribault, a Huguenot leader who landed on Am...

Although known for its flat landscape, Kansas has a lot of offer visitors. Nearly everywhere you go in Kansas you will find some piece of Old West history whether it is in a landmark or a living history presentation. Dodge City Days is held every year and the Wild West times are reenacted with a complete rodeo. Atchison, Kansas is the east is the birthplace of the famous aviator Amelia Earhart. An excellent museum can be found in Wichita with the Old Cowtown Museum which show...

There is an ultimate journey in all of us. The need to set ones own course, and leave a mark on this planet. A kind of profound epitaph... that? "I did it my way".

Florida has to be one of the very best destinations in the world for family holidays. Florida’s top family resorts have programs designed for children of all ages. Some of the more popular activities are instruction in water sports such as snorkelling, waterskiing, windsurfing and sailing – others offer coaching in tennis and golf. For younger children, the resorts organise special days around a theme, with crafts, activities and games. The programs are often part...

The State of Florida, whose capital is Tallahassee, is located in the Southeast of US which is a large peninsula between the Gulf of Mexico, the Atlantic Ocean, and the Straits of Florida. Vacationing in Florida is a great experience and can never be completed in one visit. The expanse that is Florida, can be broadly classified as under. 1. Gulf Coast 2. Central/Florida Keys 3. Atlantic Coast Each of these further has a lot of places to visit. Gulf Coast is again g...

The second Grand Slam tournament of the 2006 tennis season has arrived, as the French Open begins Sunday in Paris.

For fun and adventure and culture, yes culture! Read on? Here are Some Great Ways to Discover Florida. # 1. Fun and Adventure With over 34 million visitors each year, Orlando is the undisputed theme park capital of the world. But if you are after more fun and adventure after visiting the theme parks at Disneyworld, Universal Orlando Resort and Seaworld, you should try the sensational Busch Gardens in Tampa, the world famous Daytona International Speedway and explorin...