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1. Sioux Falls

   by – Alex McCarty, Tour Manager, North America The city of Sioux Falls gets its name from a scenic waterfall that was frequented by American Indians in pre-colonial days. The falls themselves are not large in scale when comparing to Niagara, but what makes them so scenic are the unique rock formations in the area that have been eroded by the running water. The park in which Sioux Falls is lo... more »

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2. Amarillo

   by – Alex McCarty, Tour Manager, North America What is certainly one of the last bastions of frontier life in America, Amarillo is a Texas town that has more cattle living there than humans! With a population of around 250,000, the world’s largest cattle auction takes place in Amarillo every year, where 275,000 head of cattle are auctioned off to the highest bidders. But cows are not the only thi... more »

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3. Boston

   by – Jordan Allen, Tour Manager, North America Boston! ‘Bean Town’, The ‘Cradle of Liberty’, and the ‘Cerebral Cortex of the U.S.’ are just a few nicknames associated with the most historical city in the United States. If you want to experience the rich history of the U.S. while enjoying first class shopping, dining, and sports mania, then Boston is the city for yo... more »

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4. Arizona

   by – MJ Arizona is known as “The Grand Canyon State”. Home to one of the 7 natural wonders of the world and most recognizable feature is the Grand Canyon itself. It is also home to part of the “Mother Road” aka Route 66 which runs through the northern half of the state. Tombstone and the OK Corral are in the southern most part of the state near Tucson. Most early western mov... more »

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5. Airboat Swamp Tour

   by – davidg, Tour Manager, North America Louisiana is known for its swamps and bayous. These areas are full of Cajun and Creole culture and really showcase the natural beauty of New Orleans! If you’ve never been out on a swamp, this optional is a must! From flying through the swamp on a genuine swamp boat with the giant fan on the back, to chasing alligators – you’ll com... more »

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6. Annapolis

   by – Alex McCarty, Tour Manager, North America A deep and rich maritime heritage casts a large shadow over this Capital city of Maryland. A population of about 35,000 makes Annapolis one of America’s smallest capitals, which includes, among others, the Midshipmen of the U.S. Naval Academy. (Go Navy!) And because of its close proximity to the water, the seafood in this small city is always fresh... more »

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7. Cortez

   by – MJ Cortez, Colorado is home of the local Ute Indian tribe as well as the Navajo (navaho) or Dene (Deneyh) people .This ‘Four Corners’ region is rich with archaeology sites that were once home to a people, the Navajo call, ‘The Anasazi’ or ‘Ancient Enemy’ no one really knows what they called themselves since there was no written record. Most local tribes consider t... more »

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