A Tour of World Famous Paintings > Mona Lisa

The 16th century portrait painted in oil on a popular panel by Leonardo da Vinci during the Italian Renaissance is perhaps the most famous and iconic painting in the world. If you have your flight to Paris taken care of, then include the Musee du Louvre in your itinerary. Once there you will be able to catch a glimpse of this iconic painting. The ambiguity of the portrait's expression and illusionism were novel qualities that have contributed to the painting's continuing fascination. 

 

Lisbon, Portugal

Overlooking the Rio Tejo and spread out atop hilly terrain is the breathtaking city of Lisbon. Easily Portugal's most popular destination, this city offers everything you love about Europe, but with less frills and expenses. Wander about the backstreets of Lisbon to enjoy the true local feel and check out must visit attractions like historic museums, Gothic cathedrals, magnificent monasteries. 

Mexico

News of violent drug wars and the emergence of H1N1 pretty much killed Mexico tourism in 2009. Resorts and hotels, desperate to sell their vacant rooms, started offering upwards of 50% off their original rates and used marketing ideas like free future stays if you got sick with the flu while visiting. Mexico is still pretty inexpensive and very easy to visit from the United States. The reported gang violence is nowhere near touristy cities of Cancun, Acapulco and Mexico City. What's more, you have very little chance of coming down with swine flu when visiting.

New Orleans, Louisiana

Although "The Big Easy" has mostly recovered from 2005's Hurricane Katrina, there is still so much work to be done for locals. One way to help NOLA out is to visit and spend lots of tourist dollars at the city's many delicious Spanish, Caribbean and French restaurants, chic hotels and wild clubs. Don't be surprised if you encounter an impromptu corner concert by a blues musician or two while meandering through the French Quarter. This is just how they do it down south.

Galway, Ireland

About 130 miles west of the Emerland Isle's most visited city of Dublin, a hip and lively city called Galway is emerging as a new European hot spot. Walk down the cobblestone streets and grab a pint or two of Guinness at one of the many brightly colored pubs with live music blaring from them. Although the city is known as one of the rainiest in all of Ireland, Galway is without a doubt a ray of light among European cities.  

Hawaii

Who doesn't want to visit Hawaii? Such cities as Kona, Maui and Honolulu are a traveler's paradise. From year round tropical weather and pristine beaches to top notch dining and resort options, there is so much to see and do in The Aloha State. Plus with tourism down as much as 50% in some parts of Hawaii, the locals could use your tourist dollars.

South Africa

The entire southern tip of Africa (and the world) will be soccer crazy this coming summer. From June 11-July 11, 2010, the World Cup will take place all over the country of South Africa. Cities like Cape Town and Johannesburg are amazing places to book a flight and see some of the best athletes in the world play for the honor to be crowned champions.

Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada

Home of the 2010 Winter Olympic Games, this super clean Canadian city offers so much for travelers and locals alike.  Outdoor travelers will love the many great parks and bike trails the city offers, while the less athletic visitors can dine at one of Vancouver's award winning restaurants and enjoy a cocktail at one of the many cool bars or clubs. 

London, England

The largest city in the United Kingdom and England, London is easily one of the most popular destinations to visit worldwide. It is noisy, loud and multicultural - which is why we love it! Situated along the River Thames, London is known for its abundance of funky pubs, stylish boutique hotels and never ending chic shopping. So whether your idea of a good time is snapping a romantic picture by the Tower Bridge or downing a few strong cocktails until the wee hours of the morning at a nightclub, 21st century London has it all.

Las Vegas, Nevada

Sin City tourism is suffering and that means you can expect to spend less on your hotel when booking a trip to Las Vegas. With a surplus of rooms available and no one biting, casinos are desperate for customers. We have seen deals to 4- and 5-star resorts for under $99 a night! That is definitely a gamble worth taking! 

De Young Museum

De Young Museum is a fine arts museum located in San Francisco's Golden Gate Park. Named after San Francisco newspaperman M. H. de Young, the museum features a sculptural installation by Andy Goldsworthy named Faultline. The de Young also exhibits American decorative pieces, textiles and paintings from the Rockefeller Collection of American Art. The museum is currently hosting special exhibition called "Tutankhamun and the Golden Age of the Pharaohs".

Plan a trip to these world-class museums and add a little education to your travels.

Houston Museum of Natural Science

Founded in 1909, the HNMS is one of the most heavily visited attractions in Houston, Texas. The exhibits on display range from astronomy to Native Americans to Texas wildlife. The museum is one of the most popular in the United States, which can be attributed to its large number of special or guest exhibits. Museum attendance totals over two million visitors each year. 

 

Metropolitan Museum

The Met is an art museum located close to Central Park in New York. Book your flights to New York and be sure to visit the museum which showcases more than two million works of art, divided into nineteen curatorial departments. The range of art collections varies from American, to European and Egyptian to the private collection of Edgar Degas.

National Air and Space Museum

Another DC favorite is the Air and Space museum. which is run by the Smithsonian Institution. It is actually the most popular among the various Smithsonian museums. The museum maintains the largest collection of aircraft and spacecraft in the world. Almost all space and aircraft on display are originals or backup crafts to the originals.

 

Popular American Museums

Museums are a definite “Must See” attraction while visiting a new city. But the dilemma is which one is worth a visit? If you go by attendance as your measuring stick on which ones to see and which ones to skip, we might be able to help you narrow it down a bit. Come with us as we explore some of the most visited museums in the United States.

National Museum of Natural History

Located in National Mall in Washington D.C., the museum showcases a total over 126 million specimens of plants, animals, fossils, minerals, rocks, meteorites and human cultural artifacts. Several million people each year book flights to Washington D.C. to visit this green-domed museum that hosts natural science specimens and cultural artifacts.

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