Culture & Travel

Charleston, South Carolina; A Place Full of History
by / on April 12, 2013 at 10:40 pm / in Culture & Travel

Charleston, South Carolina; A Place Full of History

Charleston SC is not only a wonderful place to visit, but it is full of character with its preserved architecture and history. They have great restaurants and historical homes which gives it an extra curb appeal. Charleston is still one of the remaining places that has cobblestone streets and is known for its seafood market. With the Atlantic Ocean at its [...]

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Celebrating Gold Medal Olympic Champion-Gabrielle Douglas
by / on February 2, 2013 at 7:04 pm / in Culture & Travel

Celebrating Gold Medal Olympic Champion-Gabrielle Douglas

For this month’s Black History Celebration we celebrate ‘Two Time Gold Medal Olympic Champion Winne,r” Gabrielle (Gabby) Douglas. “In 2012, at the London Summer Olympics, the 16 year old became the first African American ever to win in both the team and individual all around competition.” Her achievements are not only a reward for her hard work and dedication, but [...]

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The King Center-Dr. Martin Luther King
by / on January 20, 2013 at 6:52 pm / in Culture & Travel

The King Center-Dr. Martin Luther King

On November 3, 1983 former president Ronald Reagan signed the bill which recognized Dr. Martin Luther King’s Birthday Day as a national holiday. It is a day celebrated by many as a day of remembrance of a man who fought for equal rights through non- violence methods for mankind. The King Center is located in Atlanta Georgia which sits on [...]

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“The Spirit of New York” – By M.S. Roopchand 4
by / on December 2, 2012 at 7:46 pm / in Culture & Travel

“The Spirit of New York” – By M.S. Roopchand

In the city that never sleeps, New York City is the most visited place during this time of year. There’s no room for boredom as there are many sights to see. With many restaurants Like Katz Deli that’s been around for decades, Jackson Hole’s famous 7oz burgers, and some of the best Pizza shops, New York offers great food at [...]

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The Mashantucket Pequot Museum in Connecticut – By M.S. Roopchand
by / on November 1, 2012 at 10:23 pm / in Culture & Travel

The Mashantucket Pequot Museum in Connecticut – By M.S. Roopchand

If you appreciate culture, art and love history then you will love the Mashantucket Pequot (PEE-Kwott) Museum. The museum is located in Mashantucket Connecticut just five minutes from Foxwoods Casino. The museum is full of wonderful exhibits and each exhibit tells a story and a period of time of the lives of the Pequot Indians. The Museum is actually owned [...]

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Discover Turks and Caicos- Providenciales! By M.S. Roopchand
by / on October 1, 2012 at 9:36 am / in Culture & Travel

Discover Turks and Caicos- Providenciales! By M.S. Roopchand

The beautiful island of Turks and Caicos consists of 40 islands and cays and is located in Central America. The two groups of islands lie close to the North Atlantic southeast of the Bahamas and north of Haiti. The Bahamas and Turks and Caicos are not considered a part of the Caribbean, but due to their cultural, geographical and political [...]

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Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month!
by / on September 3, 2012 at 6:16 pm / in Culture & Travel

Celebrating Hispanic Heritage Month!

Hispanic Heritage Month is a tradition started over 20 years ago in the United States as a way to honor and celebrate the contributions Hispanics have made to our country.  The celebration begins September 15 –October 15. It is this recognition of the many Hispanics that gives a true sense of pride of their accomplishments and embracing the various cultures [...]

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Fun For Free: Centennial Olympic Park By Taylor Gordon 1
by / on July 3, 2012 at 12:12 am / in Culture & Travel

Fun For Free: Centennial Olympic Park By Taylor Gordon

  In today’s economy, families are always looking for a way to have some fun without emptying out their wallets. Right in the heart ofAtlantais the perfect place for families and friends to get together for some fun, food, and great memories. Centennial Olympic Park hosts many of the free events that take place in Atlanta from their annual Fourth [...]

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Destination Tybee Island! By Sonia Roopchand 2
by / on July 2, 2012 at 1:27 am / in Culture & Travel

Destination Tybee Island! By Sonia Roopchand

A destination full of history and lovely attractions to see, Tybee Island is not only beautiful, peaceful and relaxing, it is full of shops and restaurants all in walking distance.  Tybee Island is located in Chatham county of Savannah GA.  The downtown historic district is less that 19 miles away which you will pass on your way into Tybee Island.  [...]

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Unexpected Art in the Woods: The Graffiti Ruins By Taylor Gordon 1
by / on June 3, 2012 at 11:28 pm / in Culture & Travel

Unexpected Art in the Woods: The Graffiti Ruins By Taylor Gordon

            Atlanta has always been known for its fun night life and glamorous shopping destinations, but tucked away behind a small neighborhood off of Clairmont Road is a destination that would please any adventure seeker. The graffiti ruins are a collection of building remains left over from an abandoned factory that have been deemed a [...]

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