Welcome to the other Savannah Tennessee! Not only is it known as the Catfish Capital of the World, Savannah also offers a variety of site seeing and attractions within the city and surrounding areas.
Are you interested in history and the Civil War? If so, be sure to stop by the Tennessee River Museum located in downtown Savannah. There you will find exhibits of prehistoric times, the Civil War, and discover the tragic story of the Trail of Tears.
The Cherry Mansion was built here in the 1830’s. It is there where Grant received the news about the Battle of Shiloh and it became the temporary headquarters for Grant during this time. It is also said that the mansion is haunted. Union General Wallace suffered serious wounds and died in the mansion.
After viewing the mansion, take a 12 mile drive to the Shiloh National Military Park. Embark on a tour of the famous battlefield. Before you leave, go by the visitors center and browse the war memorabilia they have neatly displayed in glass cases.
Do you like being on the water? Head down to the Pickwick Landing State Park, home of the Pickwick Belle. Ride the authentic steamboat on a 2 hour tour. While having dinner in its 1000 ft dining room, experience the beautiful landscape of the Pickwick Dam.
Interested? Well, pack your bags and don’t forget your camera. Take the kids to the other Savannah.
Located in western Pennsylvania sits a small town that is hidden from the world. A town where a legend has made it famous. It is the home of the famous groundhog Punxsutawney Phil. A groundhog who is said to predict the weather. Every year on February 2nd Phil emerges from his stump and faces a crowd of millions. People travel from all over the world just to see this famous animal and to find out his prediction. It is said that if he sees his shadow then their will be six more weeks of winter. If he doesn’t see his shadow then spring is near. Sometimes he is right and other times he is wrong. Either way he has become a famous icon.
The town of Punxsutawney is a small one with hospitality. As you travel through town you can check out some groundhog inspired art. There are statues of Punxsutawney Phil everywhere. You can walk through Barclay Square which is often quiet and peaceful. At the end of the park is the library which is home to the groundhog zoo. It is where you will find Punxsy Phil and his family living.
If you are looking for accommodations then you can check into the Pantall Hotel, Hotel Punxsutawney, Plantation Bed and Breakfast. The Pantall Hotel is one of the oldest hotels in town. It was built in 1888 and has 75 bedrooms. If you decide to stay at the Pantall Hotel during Groundhogs Day they will send a bus to pick you up and take you to see the groundhog. If you are looking for places to see you can also check out Gobblers Knob. It is where all the action takes place on February 2nd. There is also the Punxsutawney Area Historical Society, Punxsutawney Museum, Punxsutawney Weather Discovery Center, Punxsutawney Area Community Center and Jackson Theater.
When it’s time to eat you have many choices and there is no reason to resort to fast food. There is the Chinese Buffet, Gimmick’s Restaurant, Luigi’s Pizza, Murdock’s Restaurant, Punxsy Phil’s Cakes & Steaks, Ye Olde Stonehouse. For a bit on the run be sure to check out Nick’s Corner Lunch which serves loose meat sandwiches and Laska’s Pizza which serves the best pizza in town.
Punxsutawney has established quite a name for itself thanks to the groundhog. A few years back famous movie star Bill Murray blew into town and fell in love with it. He starred in the motion picture Groundhog’s Day which centered around Punxsutawney and its famous groundhog. The town is a must see for anyone who wishes to see small town life. The locals are friendly and there are places to see. There is also a lot of history in the town as well. History lovers will discover that Punxsutawney was founded by the Native Americans. When they settled there they discovered tons of sand flies. Therefore they decided to call it ìtown of the ponkiesî which later came to be named Punxsutawney.
For an unconventional getaway your family just might enjoy the quirkiness of one famous groundhog. Just imagine how none of the other kids in school will be able to tell their friends they went to see the groundhog.
Summer vacations are great way for the family to spend time together, explore a new place, and learn about new things all at the same time. There are, however, plans that you will have to make in order to keep your children safe on vacation.
It is a good idea if you are in a brand new city, state, or country that the family sticks together. Never leave young children unattended in hotel rooms or anywhere else you cannot keep an eye on them.
Make sure that you have their medical information ready in case of an accident or injury. If your child takes medication, make sure you are prepared with enough to take a long of a prescription that you can fill quickly in case you lose your medication.
Also, you will want sit your children down before you go on vacation and give them a plan in case you get separated. If you are using cell phones, make sure that you have all the contact numbers your child will need including the hotel you are staying at and any other places you will go. If a child does get separated from you, let them know the proper authorities to contact in order to reunite with them.
San Francisco is one of the most populated and the most famous cities in the United States. If you plan to take your family here, make sure you have enough time to check out their famous attractions because there are a lot of them to be found in this city. Not sure where to begin? Below are five that will help you get started.
- Golden Gate Bridge – if New York has its Statue of Liberty, San Francisco has its Golden Gate. It is one if the city’s famous landmarks and is well-known throughout the world. It is a suspension bridge that connects the city to Marin County on the other side.
- Haight-Ashbury – used to be an enclave of hippies in the late 1960s. Today, it remains the center of alternative lifestyles. If you want to check out the place where the Summer of Love began, this is definitely a place to check out.
- Bay Area – simply known as The Bay, this area is the center of immigrant communities in the city. But aside from that, it is also home to a number of museums, observatories and zoos. Some of the Bay Area’s famous attractions include the Fisherman’s Wharf, Six Flags Marine World and the San Francisco Cable Cars where you can catch a demo of how they work.
- Chinatown – ranks among the largest Chinatowns in North America and is the oldest in the United States. If you want to get a feel of the area, make sure to eat in its numerous restaurants and check out its markets.
- Alcatraz – a mention of its name immediately conjures images of a maximum security prison where no one escapes alive. Also known as The Rock, this island used to be a federal prison although it has since been turned into a National Historic Landmark.
Dubbed as the ‘Windy City’, Chicago is the third largest city in the United States. The erstwhile home of American gangsters, the city has since let go of that reputation and has turned itself into one of the United States’ top tourist drawers.
If you and your family are planning to visit Chicago, here are five tourist attractions that you shouldn’t miss.
- The Hancock Observatory – located at the John Hancock Center at the heart of the city, the Observatory offers visitors a glimpse of areas as far as 80 miles, spanning four states. This isn’t for the faint-hearted though. At 1,000 feet above the ground, visiting this area can be a real challenge to those who fear heights.
- Sears Tower – used to hold the record of being the tallest building in the world. A lot of buildings have since surpassed the Sears, yet it remains as one of the most popular tourist attractions in Chicago. Like the John Hancock Center, it also has a viewing deck that allows visitors to see the city’s skyline.
- Orchestra Hall – if you and your family are fans of classical music, the Orchestra Hall is a definite must-see attraction in Chicago. This place is home to the world-renowned Chicago Symphony Orchestra. You can contact the place to schedule tours or you can also reserve tickets for concerts.
- Wrigley Field – is home to the Chicago Cubs, which is one of the most famous baseball teams in the world. Your family can catch them here during their home games and be a part of the spirit of the stadium.
- Chicago History Museum – your visit to Chicago would be incomplete without taking a peek at its history. It has a vast collection that ranges from the political, like Abraham Lincoln’s death bed, as well as the politically irreverent items such the letter P from Playboy’s old building.
There are many benefits to keeping an online travel journal. Whether you are planning a trip around the world, a weekend trip or anything in between… a travel journal is a great way to organize all of the memorable events, which occur on your trip.
There are no limitations to most online travel journals. This is great news if you are one of those people who take a great deal of pictures. Now, instead of buying extra memory cards you can simply upload your pictures to the journal, when the camera gets full… then start all over again.
These journals can be accessed by friends and family members, whenever they want to see how your vacation is progressing. There is no need for them to wait until you get home to get the whole scoop.
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