The Japanese Friendship Garden in Balboa Park, San Diego is a traditional Japanese-style garden known informally as “Little Japan.” Built to celebrate the sister-city relationship between San Diego and Yokohama, Japan, it opened in 1991 and remains one of the most distinctive spots in Balboa Park. Admission starts at $12, with discounts available. The current weather […]
Category Archives: USA
Travel guides to help you plan your trip to the United States.
1-4 day itineraries and things to do in popular states including New York, Boston, Chicago and Austin.
The most visited museum in the United States is The Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York City. Known as The Met, it drew 5.7 million visitors in 2025 across its two campuses, The Met Fifth Avenue and The Met Cloisters. Many people expect the Smithsonian to top this list, which is why the answer catches them off guard. […]
New York City is one of the best destinations you can take a teenager. It delivers on every front: iconic landmarks, Broadway shows, world-class museums, sports, street food, and neighbourhoods that feel straight off their TikTok feed. Mix big sights with local experiences and vary the pace, that is the formula that works. Why NYC […]
The Great Lakes region covers an area larger than the United Kingdom and its shoreline is dotted with small towns that offer everything from car-free island life and sea kayaking to cherry festivals and glacial geology. The lakes span across several US states, including Wisconsin, Illinois, Michigan, Indiana, Ohio, Pennsylvania, and New York, as well […]
If mountain scenery factors into your college search, the United States has no shortage of campuses where peaks, plateaus, and forested ridges form the daily backdrop. Research from Sallie confirms that a scenic campus can boost mood, motivation, and overall college experience, and honestly, beautiful surroundings reduce stress and make day-to-day life more enjoyable. Interest […]