Category Archives: Arts & Culture

International Museum Day–Put a little museum in your weekend

Posted on May 17, 2013 by Christina from EF Smithsonian Student Travel

Not sure what to do with your weekend? You could…hit up one of your favorite museums and celebrate International Museum Day on May 18. Inaugurated in 1977 by the International Council of Museums, the day was created to recognize and … Keep reading …

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Get Wild In The Grand Canyon

Posted on May 16, 2013 by Michael from EF Smithsonian Student Travel

This Saturday, May 18 marks the Grand Canyon National Park’s 6th annual Celebrate Wildlife Day. Visitors will have the chance to explore the Grand Canyon and discover certain wildlife that calls the area home. While it technically kicks off this … Keep reading …

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Atlanta Edition: Top 10 Must-Eats, Must-Sees, Must-Dos

Posted on May 10, 2013 by Michael from EF Smithsonian Student Travel

   Must Eat: 1. Varsity: In the mood for a quick bite and even quicker speak? Just look for the “V.” Varsity – the largest drive-in fast food restaurant in the world is known for their lingo as much as … Keep reading …

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Food Truck Throwdown: Boston vs. New York City

Posted on May 2, 2013 by Michael from EF Smithsonian Student Travel

  When it comes to Boston and New York City, you can say there’s a little bit of a rivalry. Red Sox vs. Yankees. Celtics vs. Knicks. Patriots vs. Giants. Bruins vs. Rangers. Now, there’s another rivalry between these two … Keep reading …

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Earth Gets A Day

Posted on April 22, 2013 by Michael from EF Smithsonian Student Travel

Earth Day is what many believe to be the mark of the modern environmental movement that started in 1970.  Today marks the 33rd anniversary of Gaylord Nesson’s brainchild where everyone comes together to demonstrate support for environmental protection. Starts With … Keep reading …

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To Bean Or Not To Bean

Posted on April 17, 2013 by Michael from EF Smithsonian Student Travel

  Think of Chicago and a certain number of things are bound cross your mind: deep dish pizza, Wrigley field and… “The Bean.” However, this bean no ordinary bean. It’s a breathtaking 33 by 66 by 42 feet masterpiece envisioned by sculptor Anish Kapoor. The highly … Keep reading …

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The World’s First Skyscraper

Posted on April 10, 2013 by Michael from EF Smithsonian Student Travel

Ten stories tall may not sound like a skyscraper, but in Chicago back in 1884, one 10-story 138-foot building revolutionized how buildings were built, and in the process opened the door for the modern skyscrapers we know today. It was … Keep reading …

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Cherry Blossoms Are In Session

Posted on April 3, 2013 by Michael from EF Smithsonian Student Travel

For those in Washington, D.C., you might find yourself staring up at the trees and enjoying the beauty of the National Cherry Blossoms. Or, you might find yourself staring at nothing. During the weeks of March 20-April 14 is the … Keep reading …

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New Year’s Eve in Times Square: More than a century of parties

Posted on December 28, 2012 by Michael from EF Smithsonian Student Travel

Every New Year’s Eve, hundreds of thousands of people pack into Times Square—with an estimated billion more watching on TV—as the shimmering ball descends down the pole to mark the arrival of midnight and the beginning of a new year. … Keep reading …

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