Bostons Faneuil Hall, which has been nicknamed The Cradle of Liberty, hosted Americas first political town meeting. Since its construction by French Huguenot merchant Peter Faneuil in 1742, the hall has served as a shelter for sheep, a lively marketplace, and a center for free speech. From the start, the halls activities have been divided …
Olvera Street: A Taste of Old Mexico
Olvera Street, or La Placita Olvera, is the quaint birthplace of modern Los Angeles. This block-long street has now been restored to an old-fashioned marketplace and plaza reminiscent of early Mexico. The street and plaza were designated El Pueblo Historic Monument in 1953. Olvera Street attracts two million tourists every year. The area is blocked …
Hawaiian Luau
No Hawaiian vacation would be complete without attending a luau. The word luau really just means a party or a celebration. Typically in ancient Hawaiian culture luaus were given to celebrate the birth of a child or a wedding. These days the word luau has become a household name all across the United States. When …