Before celebrities such as Donald Trump and Bill Gates built their extreme estates, there were a handful of wealthy families in the United States who made an art of building astounding homes, many of which resembled European castles and fortresses. (continue...)
Beyond Hawaii's luxury hotels, white sand beaches and stellar golf courses sits Oahu's most prized possession--the Diamond Head State Monument. This 761-foot-tall (23 m) tuff cone looms in the horizon, providing a dramatic backdrop to the island's untamed beauty. (continue...)
Frank Lloyd Wright is recognized as one of the United States' most influential architects. During his illustrious career, Wright created more than 1,100 designs, of which 532 were constructed. His buildings were modern beyond their years and many of them welcome visitors for educational tours. (continue...)
Having been around since the mid 1800s, Portland, Oregon has become a modern city of great historic interest. Growing with the changing world, the "City of Roses" has developed a vibrant view of the future while preserving its links to the past. (continue...)
Dripping in American history, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, is a city unlike any other in the United States. It is known by many names: Philly, the City of Brotherly Love, the Birthplace of the Nation... (continue...)
The hula dance has often been associated with luaus and Hawaii but many people are unaware of its origin. There is no evidence or information as to who performed the first hula dance or why. It is widely believed its performance was used for religious rituals and ceremonies (continue...)
