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Tuesday, August 24, 2010

Tradewinds Travel Club AZ Travels With You To America’s Top Family Museums

School is only 9 months of the year, leaving a full three months for your kids to forget everything they have learned. Vacation is supposed to be about fun, but for parents who wish to offer a fun and educational opportunity for the kids, museums are a great option. Unlike museums of the past, today, many museums offer children’s programs and hands on history making learning fun for you and the kids.
Tradewinds Travel Club invites you to explore two of the U.S. most popular museum destinations for vacationers. Make your vacations more than just pointless fun for the kids by visiting a museum on your next trip with Tradewinds Travel Club.

Smithsonian Institute- Washington DC

Tradewinds Travel Club invites you to the fabulous world of the Smithsonian Institute in our nation’s capital. Take a trip to Washington DC with Tradewinds Travel Club on your next vacation.

About the Museum

Fabulous events every month, great exhibitions, hands on history and history in entertainment are enough to keep your child wanting busy for days. Featuring IMAX films, the Planetarium, and subjects including animals, space and American history, the Smithsonian opens its doors almost every day to thousands of visitors from around the world.

Actually made up of a variety of sites all part of the Smithsonian, it actually includes:

• Natural History Museum
• Air and Space Museum
• National Zoo
• American Indian Museum

Experience African wildlife at the National Zoo, enjoy hands on family activities at the American Indian Museum, ride in a flight simulator at the Air and Space Museum or look at the history of our planet at the Natural History Museum. Tradewinds Travel Club encourages you to experience education in a friendly and exciting way at the Smithsonian, a great way to vacation.

Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco

Experience fine art in a fun and exciting way with your family at the Fine Arts Museums of San Francisco. Made up of two separate locations including:

Legion Of Honor - Featuring ancient and European art, the Legion of Honor was built to honor the California soldiers who died in World War I. Collections include Rodin’s Thinker as well as Fra Angelico, El Greco, Rubens, Rembrandt, Watteau, Gainsborough, Monet, Bouguereau, Matisse, and Picasso. Daily activities for children get them involved and teach them in a hands on and comfortable environment.

De Young – Founded in 1985, De Young offers a number of exhibitions including those on color, famous painters such as Van Gough and Cezanne and much more. Programs and events celebrate art and culture and are in collaboration with many of the community arts organizations.

Families with children will enjoy free classes on Saturdays and summer classes. Tours include audio tours and docent tours.

Tradewinds Travel Club AZ would like to encourage you to find new and creative ways to bring education and fun together in your travels. Make the most of your vacations while you relax and explore the many amazing destinations found throughout the U.S. with your family. Start exploring today and enjoy quality time with your family on a trip to a museum with Tradewinds Travel Club AZ.

Tuesday, August 17, 2010

Vacationing in Vegas The Natural Way With Tradewinds Travel Club Tucson AZ

When people think of Las Vegas, most often, they think of the gambling, the lights, and the all night activities found along the popular strip. Unbeknownst to most, just outside of the lights of the city lies a quieter and perhaps even wilder side of Las Vegas.

Known as scenic Las Vegas, the areas surrounding the city offer some of the most stunning views and unique ecosystems in the U.S. Spend some time in scenic Las Vegas on your next vacation with Tradewinds Travel Club Tucson AZ. Explore the mountains, deserts, and even the largest manmade lake on your next adventure in Vegas. Experience the wilder side of Vegas with Tradewinds Travel Club Tucson AZ.

Visit Some Of The Most Popular Destinations In The U.S. With Tradewinds Travel Club Tucson AZ


Just outside of the glittering lights and flashing signs of Las Vegas, you will find some of the most popular destinations in the U.S. Locations including the Valley of Fire, Red Rock Canyon, Lake Mead and the Hoover Dam as well as three of the most well known National Parks are all within hours of the city. Explore Zion, Bryce Canyon and the Grand Canyon and the many other stunning natural areas around Vegas on a true outdoor adventure vacation with Tradewinds Travel Club Tucson AZ.

Getting To Know The Area With Tradewinds Travel Club Tucson AZ


The Valley of Fire – Just 55 miles from Las Vegas the Valley of Fire State Park offers unique geology and a look at the areas early Native American cultures.

The Valley of Fire was once a place of religious importance to the Native Americans, and is a great place to spend the day or a weekend exploring the stunning natural features and history of the area. Vacationers who choose to visit the Valley of Fire can enjoy the exhibits in the visitor center, climbing, hiking, and guided tours.

Red Rock Canyon – Only a half hour from Vegas, the Red Rock Canyon Conservation Area offers visitors scenic drives, hiking biking, rock climbing and even camping. Similar to the Valley of Fire, the colors of the red and orange stones present stunning views against a vivid blue sky. The area is home to almost 200,000 acres of rocks, canyons, springs, a host of wildlife and the rich history of the area.

Lake Mead/Hoover Dam – An oasis in the middle of a desert, Lake Mead was formed with the creation of the Hoover Dam. A 30 mile ride east of Las Vegas, Lake Mead is the largest manmade reservoir in the world and provides a year round destination for a host of watersports including swimming, waterskiing, boating, cruising, rafting as well as outdoor activities surrounding the area.

The Hoover Dam is one of the world’s wonders indeed. At 726 feet high and 600 feet thick at it’s base, it was created to harness the power of the might Colorado. Guided tours and exhibits are found in the visitor center and offer an up close look at the creation of the Dam and how it works.

Zion National Park, Bryce Canyon and the Grand Canyon are three more incredible locations to explore while exploring the wilderness around Las Vegas. Three of our most well known and beautiful National Parks, they offer a variety of outdoor activities and adventures for those willing to make the drive.

Tradewinds Travel Club Tucson AZ would like to encourage you to explore the wilds surrounding Las Vegas. Experience the scenic side of Las Vegas and learn about the rich heritage and culture of past civilizations. Make the most of your vacations and travels and travel with Tradewinds Travel Club Tucson AZ on your next vacation.