Rembrandt Harmenszoon van Rijn (1606 - 1669) was a seventeenth century Dutch artist. He was born in Leiden, Netherlands. He came from a family of ordinary means. He was the son of a miller and a baker

Harmattan, an Italian based outfitter, knows North Africa like no other. The experienced guides - trained archeologists, paleontologists and geologists - are first and foremost professionals in their

A rafting trip with Western River Expeditions is a gem of an adventure. The experienced guides at this rafting specialist go out of their way to make trips enjoyable for both novice and experienced ra

Service is the hallmark of this East African safari specialist. The principal interest at Africa Safari Holidays is providing a great safari experience for all of their clients. In the business for ov

The Van Gogh Museum houses the world's largest collection of works by Vincent van Gogh. It's home to some 200 paintings, 500 drawings and 700 of the Dutch artist's letters.

Wilderness Scotland is oriented as much to environmental concerns as it is adventure travel. Not only is this adventure travel company one of Europe's best, it's the only Scottish tour operator to hol

The Staten Island Ferry may not circumvent Manhattan yet this free passenger ferry is the biggest bargain in New York City.

Crow Canyon Archaeological Center, a not-for-profit organization, has been studying the Anasazi since the 1960s and educating the public through camps and tours for more than two decades. Family Archa

The Anne Frank House, as one would expect, chronicles the life of the Jewish wartime diarist's two years in hiding.

Classic Journeys, a U.S. based adventure travel company, offers multigenerational walking holidays in just about every corner of the world. Family journeys are designed with kids aged 7-13 in mind and

Cape Vidal Camp has two types of accommodation, campsites and self-catering log cabins. The campground has 50 campsites and accommodates tents and caravans. All sites have a cold water spout and barbe

If you haven't picked an adventure holiday check out Trusted Adventures. This alliance of seven leading adventure travel companies makes it easy to find and book a family adventure. What's more, Trust

At Two Medicine Dinosaur Center the focus is on education. Families can participate in one of four activities; 3-hour fossil talks, dig for a day, two-day dig programs and multi-day paleontology exper

Junk art, also known as trash art, isn't useless garbage but rather three-dimensional objects made from discarded materials. Junk artists find new uses for things other people would throw away. And wh

Modernism, also known as Modern Art, describes the style and theory of art from the 1860s through the 1970s. The term refers to a broad movement in Western art, which rejected tradition and made a cle

An archivist is a person who maintains historical records. They collect, organize, display and preserve materials deemed important. They manage records in all forms of media, be it photographs, video,

When packing for an African safari holiday, it is essential that you take only the items you need and at the same time bring all of the gear which you will require to get the most out of your safari.

This working cattle ranch near Punta Delgada combines comfort and the great outdoors. Try your hand at sheering sheep, hike or bike Estancia Rincon Chico's many trails, watch sea lions and southern el

The Inn on 23rd is no plain Jane chain. This urban B&B combines the intimacy of a bed and breakfast and the convenience of a fine hotel. The family-run inn has just 14 spacious rooms. The rooms are qu

In the business for more than 10 years, Ziara Safaris has organized safaris for more than 13,000 guests. Unlike other operators that offer off-the-shelf itineraries, this East African operator customi

Ivy Terrace B&B is great alternative to a hotel. It's quiet, cozy and clean. It's three blocks from the subway and within walking distance of Central Park. All rooms have a private bath, air-condition

Le Parker Meridien gets mixed reviews but there are six reasons to reflect on this big hotel. 1) The rooms are spacious. 2) The hotel is within walking distance of Central Park, Times Square, MoMA and

It's hard to knock Hotel Giraffe. It's stylishly decorated. It's located in fashionable Rose Hill. It's low key and, with just 72 rooms, small. It boasts a rooftop garden. The service is exceptional.

The Beacon Hotel is our top choice in Manhattan. Not only are the standard rooms large enough to comfortably accommodate a family of four, the hotel is located in the family-friendly Upper West Side a

There are four reasons to consider the Doubletree Guest Suites Times Square. 1) The standard guest room is a two-room suite, a private bedroom and living area with a sofa bed. All rooms have a microwa

This treasure trove of art and artifacts spanning 5000 years is home to more than 2 million objects from around the globe.

The Museum of Modern Art is a must see in New York City. Not only is the art is bright, bold and beautiful, the museum boasts an awesome family program.

An aircraft carrier is a seagoing airbase. It is a large ocean-going vessel that carries aircraft and has a long flat deck for takeoffs and landings. Aircraft carriers are truly enormous. They stand 2

There are lots of fun facts about the Empire State Building. Did you know that?The Empire State Building was the world's tallest building for more than 40 years, from 1931 to 1972.The Empire State Bui