Informally Known As “Naptown” - Annapolis, MD
Annapolis is Maryland’s capital city on the Chesapeake Bay, with a historic district that includes 18th-century brick houses and the domed 1700’s Maryland State House.
History In The Middle Of The East River - Roosevelt Island, NY
The island was known as Blackwell’s Island and Welfare Island and finally becoming Roosevelt Island in honor of President Franklin D. Roosevelt in 1973.
The First Town In The First State - Lewes, DE
Lewes is a charming small town that is located where the Delaware Bay meets the Atlantic Ocean. When you stroll the streets of the historic district you will see unique shops, museums, and restaurants to please every palate.
A Charming Southern Escape - Savannah, GA
Savannah is the oldest city in the state of Georgia, established in 1733. The downtown Historic District, considered one of the largest in the U.S., largely retains the original twenty-two parklike square plans laid out by James Oglethorpe.
A Southern Living Museum - Charleston, SC
Charleston is defined by its cobblestone streets (there are still eight), pastel painted homes, palmetto trees, hitching posts, historic landmarks, and the elegant antebellum architecture of The Battery. Explore streets with names like Broad, Church, King, Queen and quiet streets and network of alleyways.
A Balance Of Quaint & New - Kent, Ct
Kent has a wonderful laid-back New England atmosphere with natural beauty including waterfalls and covered bridge.
Portugal’s Hilly & Coastal Capital City - Lisbon
Lisbon is a vibrant city with centuries-old winding cobblestone streets, stairs and hills leading to neighborhoods dotting the skyline.
Known For It’s Port Wine - Porto, Portugal
The vibrant northern Portugal city of Porto offers a blend of history, culture and cuisine.
A City With Two Names - Derry- Londonderry, Ireland
If someone refers to the city as Derry, they are probably Catholic. If they refer to it as Londonerry, they are most likely Protestant.
The Birthplace of Titanic - Belfast, United Kingdom
Belfast is the capital of Northern Ireland and the birthplace of the Titanic and the portable defibrillator was invented here in 1965.
The Long Island Expressway Ends Here - Riverhead, NY
Riverhead lies at the mouth of the Peconic River and was know as the ‘river’s head’ in the 1700’s. The town was established in 1792 as part of the new jurisdictions after the American Revolution.
Preserving Over 100 Historic Structures - Fort Totten
Fort Totten, in Bayside, NY is a tangible reminder of New York City’s once powerful harbor defense system.
Preserving Colonial History - Williamburgh, VA
Today, Colonial Williamsburg is the world’s largest living history museum and part of a 301-acre historic district. It contains several hundred restored or re-created 17th, 18th and 19th century buildings with costumed staff as guides.
A Charming Virgina Town Full Of History - Fredericksburg
Fredericksburg is famous for being George Washington’s childhood hometown and playing a significant role in the Civil War.
The Nation’s Oldest Cities - St. Augustine
Founded in 1565, St. Augustine is the oldest continuously occupied settlement of European American origin in the United States. The Downtown Historic District is where you will find the majority of the city’s activity.
North Carolina’s Historic Capital - Raleigh
On my visit to Raleigh I wandered through a few historic districts with their amazing historical architecture, two former hospitals, a cemetery and a historical park.
The Birthplace Of Pizza - Naples, Italy
Naples is a well-known city in southern Italy that has a mix of tattered Old World beauty and modern. There are castles and palaces, monuments and statues. The city’s historic district is on the UNESCO World Heritage Site list.
Germany’s Capital & Largest City - Berlin
Berlin is a diverse city with a vibrant culture scene. It has both new and historic architecture, monuments and memorial sites commemorating the city’s unique history.
The Eternal City - Rome, Italy
Back in the day, architects, painters and sculptors came to Rome to create the city you will see today. Thankfully, it has not gentrified.
Historic Homes, Canals & Cobblestone Streets - Amsterdam, Netherlands
Amsterdam is the capital of the Netherlands and is sometimes referred to as the ‘Venice of the North’ because of the large number of canals, now designated a UNESCO World Heritage Site.