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    Verrazzano Bridge, North America

  Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge - Staten Island, NY            
The Verrazzano-Narrows Bridge is a double-decked suspension bridge that connects the New York City boroughs of Staten Island and Brooklyn. It spans the Narrows, a body of water that separates the two boroughs, and is named after the explorer Giovanni da Verrazzano, who was the first European to enter New York Harbor in 1524. The bridge was designed by Othmar Ammann, who was also the chief engineer of the George Washington Bridge, and was completed in 1964. At the time of its completion, it was the longest suspension bridge in the world with a main span of 4,260 feet. The bridge has six lanes of traffic on the upper level and three on the lower level, and is a major transportation link for commuters and commercial vehicles. The bridge also offers a spectacular view of the New York City skyline and the harbor. The bridge's opening ceremony was attended by various dignitaries including Robert Moses, the powerful NYC Parks commissioner and urban planner who had pushed for the construction of the bridge. The bridge is considered as an engineering marvel and a significant transportation link in the New York City.
    Hollywood Bowl, North America
  2301 North Highland Avenue - Hollywood, CA            
One of the largest natural amphitheaters in the world, with a current seating capacity of just under 18,000, the Hollywood Bowl has been the summer home of the Los Angeles Philharmonic since its official opening in 1922, and, in 1991 gave its name to a resident ensemble that has filled a special niche in the musical life of Southern California, the Hollywood Bowl Orchestra.
    Adventureland Amusement Park, North America
  2245 Route 110 - Farmingdale, NY             
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Adventureland is Long Island's home of Family Fun since 1962 - this Family Fun Palace is where Little Kids' Fantasies become reality and Big Kids relive their Little Kid Dreams.

All of these Fantasies and Dreams will come to life while experiencing any of Adventureland's 30 rides and attractions. So come, explore and see why Adventureland is considered Long Island's Leader in Family Fun!
    GardenSK8 Indoor Skatepark, North America
  321 Changebridge Road - Pine Brook, NJ             
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The team proud to announce the opening of the New York metropolitan area’s most creative indoor skatepark facility. Hands down the most technical street course and gigantic bowl also know as “The Pirate Bowl”.
    NBA Store, North America
  590 Fifth Avenue - New York, NY              
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GET IN THE GAME!!! The NBA Store in Manhattan is your one stop shop for everything related to the NBA and provides fans with one of the most fulfilling shopping and entertainment experiences available in New York City. Whether you are a Knick fan, a Laker fan or any fan, the NBA store has your team’s gear at great prices. The sprawling 35,000 square foot store doesn’t just do team licensed gear but also has all of the basketball shoes you need to lace up and head to the court. Of course, if you are in the Manhattan store you don’t have to go far as part of the experience involves trying out your gear on the indoor half-court officially endorsed by the NBA. The fun doesn’t stop there - the store also has a consistent array of multimedia presentations that take you away from a basic shopping experience and instead puts you in front of 50,000 screaming fans on the court of your dreams. For a shopping experience like no other and a chance to look exactly like your favorite basketball heroes, look no further than the NBA Store in Manhattan!
    Bronx Zoo, North America
  Bronx River Parkway- Fordham Road - Bronx, NY             
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The best way to connect to nature in New York City is by visiting the Bronx Zoo, the world’s largest urban zoo. With world-class exhibits such as the Wild Asian Monorail, the Tiger Mountain, the Congo Gorilla Forest and the newest exhibit, Madagascar, the Bronx Zoo features more than 600 different species, including mammals, birds, reptiles & amphibians and insects. Check the daily schedule of feedings and enrichment demonstrations and then customize your trip with their interactive trip planner. Find your inner animal on the Animal Activity Trail; watch amazing aerial tricks at the World of Birds; experience a very unique form of New York City transit when you ride a camel around Wild Asia Plaza; feed and watch Magellanic penguins come out of their dens and bob for fish; watch one of the most popular attractions, the Sea Lion feeding and training demonstration; visit the Butterfly Garden, a wild meadow and spacious greenhouse where you can identify different butterflies, smell the flowers and learn how to plant a nectar-rich garden. No matter how you plan your trip to the Bronx Zoo.
    Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch, North America
  26515 Natural Bridge Caverns Rd. - San Antonio, TX           
Visit Africa – in the picturesque Texas Hill Country. Home to over 50 species of animals from all over the world, Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch allows you to explore the wilds of many continents a little closer to home.
    Statue Of Liberty, North America
  Liberty Island - New York, NY             
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The Statue of Liberty was gifted to the United States from the people of France in 1886 to celebrate the centennial of American independence and to symbolize the friendship between the two countries. The statue stands at 151 feet tall, with the statue itself measuring 151 feet from the base to the tip of the torch and the pedestal adding an additional 154 feet.
The statue is a UNESCO World Heritage Site and is one of the most popular tourist attractions in the United States. Visitors can take a ferry to Liberty Island and then climb the 354 steps to the crown of the statue for a panoramic view of New York Harbor and the surrounding area. Visitors can also take a tour of the statue's pedestal and museum. The statue has become an enduring symbol of freedom and democracy, and is a symbol of hope and inspiration for people around the world. The statue was closed for renovation for several years and reopened in 2013 with a new museum and new exhibits about the statue's history and meaning.
The statue of Liberty is one of the most iconic landmarks of the United States, and it is a symbol of freedom and democracy that has welcomed immigrants to America for over a century. It is a must-see attraction for anyone visiting New York City.
    Bear Country, North America
  13820 South Hwy. 16 - Rapid City, SD           
Very few people have had a full-grown black bear look in the window of their family car, or if they have, it was not by choice. Even fewer have seen a reindeer or a elk up close. However, many people are getting experiences like these at Bear Country U.S.A. in the Black Hills of South Dakota.
    Aqueduct Race Track, North America
  11000 Rockaway Blvd. - Queens, NY             
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Aqueduct Race Track, also known as Aqueduct Racetrack or simply Aqueduct, is a horse racing track located in Queens, New York. The track is part of the New York Racing Association (NYRA) and is open for live racing throughout the year. The track has three separate tracks: a main dirt track, an inner turf course and an outer turf course. Aqueduct is home to several major horse racing events throughout the year, including the Wood Memorial Stakes, the Gotham Stakes, and the Cigar Mile Handicap. These events attract some of the top horses and jockeys in the sport and offer significant purse money to the winners. The track also hosts the New York Racing Festival, which features several graded stakes races.
The track was originally opened in 1894, and has undergone several renovations and expansions over the years. In 2011, Aqueduct opened the Resorts World Casino New York City, which is now the largest casino in New York City and the only one in the five boroughs of New York City. The casino offers electronic slot machines and table games, and has a wide variety of dining and entertainment options.
Aqueduct Race Track is easily accessible by public transportation, with the A train subway line stopping at the Aqueduct-North Conduit Avenue station, which is a short walk from the track. The track also has a large parking lot for those who choose to drive.
    Shields Skatepark and Shop, North America
  17 Minneakoning Road - Flemington, NJ           
A NEW, totally custom indoor skating facility located in a roomy warehouse at 17 Minneakoning Road in Flemington, NJ , near the Flemington Circle. Shields Skatepark has over 18,600 square feet of quarterpipes, ledges, rails, gaps, custom ramps, wedges, boxes, banks, spines, roll-ins, a vert wall and featuring a 46-foot-long, eight-foot-high halfpipe.
Attracting skaters and riders from all over the NY, NJ, and Philadelphia area. Come play with the best pros and amateurs in the NorthEast! There's also sponsored contests for riders, skaters, skooters and bikers at all levels. And live band shows. Always something happening just around the corner at Shields!
    Kona Skate Park, North America
  8739 Kona Avenue - Jacksonville, FL             
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The oldest operating skatepark in the country, celebrating over 30 years of the best outdoor skating in Jacksonville Florida. Kona is also a full service Skate Shop providing equipment, footwear, and clothing. Combining superior products with a highly knowledgable staff, the shop is able to provide customers with the information necessary to get the right product every time. Whether you're new to skateboarding or a seasoned pro, the Skate Shop at Kona has what you're looking for.
    Dodger Stadium, North America
  1000 Elysian Park Avenue - Los Angeles, CA            
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Centrally located in the hills of Chavez Ravine, just minutes from Hollywood, Echo Park, Silverlake, and Downtown, Dodger Stadium is the home of the winning-est team in the history of the National League! In the past two years, the Dodgers have reinvigorated and become as competitive as any team in baseball. Led by Loney, Kershaw, and Hanley Ramirez, the Dodgers are a team of young, rising talent. As can be expected, Dodgers memorabilia is some of the hottest merchadise in the entire sports world! Remarkably, tickets to Dodgers stadium are very affordable, especially compared to prices around the league. For under $35 dollars, one can purchase a box seat. With the sun shining and cool breeze blowing, what can be better but a Dodgers game? The answer: a Dodgers game along with a Dodgers Dog!
    Southern Nevada Zoo - Botanical Park, North America
  1775 N. Rancho Drive - Las Vegas, NV           
"The Southern Nevada Zoological-Botanical Park (a.k.a. Las Vegas Zoo) is managed by the non-profit 501 (C) Nevada Zoological Foundation. Our shady 3-acre park is located just 15 minutes northwest of the Las Vegas Strip. The zoo exhibits over 150 species of plants and animals (for more information click here). As the only zoo in Las Vegas and the only year-round zoo in Nevada, we work hard to fulfill our mission to educate and entertain the public by displaying a variety of plants and animals."
    Pioneer Village, North America
  138 East Highway 6 - P.O. Box 68 - Minden, NE           
If you are a history buff, or have any interest in Americana or industry, you'll surely benefit from a trip to Pioneer Village, south to Minden, Nebraska. Here within 20 acres, are over 50,000 pieces of Americana in 26 buildings. Many of the buildings were plucked from their country settings and restored here. Modern display halls hold selected treasures. Most of the antiques are arranged according to when they were used.
    Stratosphere Las Vegas, North America
  2000 Las Vegas Boulevard South - Las Vegas, NV            
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Stratosphere Las Vegas Hotel & Casino - One of the best values on the Las Vegas Strip. From exciting casino action and luxury accommodations, to fine dining and fun entertainment, to the world’s most insane thrill rides, Stratosphere Las Vegas Hotel & Casino is the one place that you can’t miss – literally.
The 1,149-foot Stratosphere Tower is a true Las Vegas landmark and home to some of the world’s most original attractions. The Stratosphere thrill rides are the world’s three tallest: the Big Shot, X-Scream, and the new Insanity – our scariest yet! If a culinary adventure is more your style, try the 360 degree rotating Top of the World Restaurant & Lounge. And for you lovebirds, The Chapel in the Clouds, over 100 stories above Las Vegas, is an ideal place to tie the knot or renew your vows.
    Centro Esportivo Miécimo da Silva, South America
  Rua Olinda Elis, 470 - Campo Grande - Rio de Janeiro, RJ            
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Referência no município e um dos mais importantes do estado do Rio de Janeiro, tendo sediado diversas competições nacionais e internacionais, como a Copa do Mundo de Judô para Deficientes Visuais, em 2001; o Grand Prix de Atletismo, a Copa do Mundo de Natação e a Copa do Mundo de Ginástica, todos em 2004; e os Jogos Mundiais em cadeira de Rodas & Amputados, em setembro de 2005.
Ocupando uma área de 64 mil metros quadrados, o complexo tem capacidade para abrigar 3.835 espectadores no ginásio e 1.953 no estádio.
Entre outros destaques, possui um Ginásio Esportivo que leva o nome do grande jogador de basquetebol, Algodão, nascido em Campo Grande, e um dos maiores jogadores do esporte de todos os tempos no país, campeão mundial ao lado de outros grandes craques como Rosa Branca, Jatir e Wlamir Marques.
    Observatório Jovem do Rio de Janeiro/UFF, South America
  Rua Visconde de Rio Branco, 882 Bl. D sl. 538 - Gragoatá - Niterói, RJ           
O Observatório iniciou suas atividades no ano de 2001, como projeto de Extensão da Faculdade de Educação da UFF. Nossas principais preocupações de estudo, pesquisa e extensão estão relacionadas com as transformações da condição juvenil na história, as situações de vida dos jovens na contemporaneidade e suas mobilizações sociais, culturais e políticas.. Nosso grupo se organiza em torno de duas linhas de pesquisa: a) Juventude e processos educativos e b) Juventude e culturas da participação. O Observatório Jovem do Rio de Janeiro é cadastrado no diretório de grupos de pesquisa do CNPq e também está presente no Conselho Nacional de Juventude juntamente com o Observatório da Juventude da Universidade Federal de Minas Gerais (UFMG).
    Catedral Presbiteriana do Rio de Janeiro, South America
  Rua Silva Jardim, 23 - Centro - Rio de Janeiro, RJ            
A Igreja Presbiteriana do Rio de Janeiro, organizada em 1862, é a Igreja-Mãe das Igrejas Presbiterianas do Brasil.
Restaurada e iluminada, a Catedral Presbiteriana integra o roteiro turístico do Centro Histórico do Rio de Janeiro. A igreja está situada entre a antiguidade preservada pela Praça Tiradentes, Rua da Carioca e adjacências e as linhas modernas dos espigões da av. Chile. Amplo estacionamento para visitantes com entrada no final da Avenida Passos.
    Predio Martinelli, South America
  Rua Sao Bento, 405 - Centro - São Paulo, SP            
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Inaugurado em 1934 com seus 27 andares, o Edifício América (nome que nunca se firmou) teve sua polêmica construção iniciada em 1922 – muitos estavam certos que o edifício iria ruir. Foi concebido pelo imigrante italiano Giuseppe Martinelli, que chegou ao Brasil um profissional humilde, açougueiro, e alcançou as mais altas posições financeiras, recebendo diversas homenagens.
    Pateo do Colégio, South America
   - Sé - Sao Paulo, SP            
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Em 1556, o Pe.Afonso Brás finalizou a construção em taipa da primeira Igreja dos jesuítas em São Paulo, anexa às dependências do Colégio.
Prejudicada por 13 anos de ausência forçada dos padres da Cia. de Jesus, que foram expulsos da vila, foi reconstruída e ampliada a partir de 1667, que teve como padroeiro o Senhor Bom Jesus.
    Parque Estadual da Serra da Tiririca, South America
   - Niterói, RJ             
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Divisor de águas da bacia do sistema lagunar de Piratininga e Itaipu, é o limite natural entre os municípios de Niterói, São Gonçalo e Maricá, apresentando uma cobertura florestal de Mata Atlântica em boas condições.
    Forte de Copacabana, South America
  Praça Coronel Eugênio Franco, 01 - Copacabana - Rio de Janeiro, RJ
           
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Construído em 1914, com o objetivo de reforçar a defesa da Baía de Guanabara, o Forte de Copacabana oferece aos seus visitantes muitas curiosidades e atrações. No Museu Histórico do Exército, fatos marcantes estão registrados através de exposições, exibições de vídeo, maquetes e, até, um setor interativo, original e bastante visitado pelos freqüentadores do Forte. Tudo com direito a uma vista panorâmica de um dos pontos mais belos de toda a nossa Costa. Crédito: acervo riotur.
    Praia do Leblon, South America
   - Rio de Janeiro, RJ            
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Praia bastante familiar, com uma área específica para crianças, apelidade de Baixo Bebê. Atrai gente jovem e bonita, que costuma desfilar por seu calçadão, antecipando tendências da moda carioca. No fim da praia, junto à subida do Vidigal, encontra-se um mirante com uma vista deslumbrante da orla do Leblon e Ipanema.
    Theatro Municipal do Rio, South America
  Avenida Rio Branco - Centro - Rio de Janeiro, RJ             
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Dia 3, 4, 5 e 7 às 20h Dia 8 às 17h. Programa: BALLET O QUEBRA-NOZES. Música: Tchaikovsky Concepção, Coreografia e Mise-en-Scène: Dalal Achcar Solistas: Ana Botafogo, Cecília Kerche, Claudia Mota, Márcia Jaqueline, Karen Mesquita. Francisco Timbó, Cícero Gomes, Filipe Moreira, Denis Vieira. Cenários e Figurinos: José Varona Regência: Silvio Viegas,
Um dos mais bonitos prédios do Rio de Janeiro, localizado na Praça Floriano, conhecida como Cinelândia, no centro da cidade, o Theatro Municipal é a principal casa de espetáculos do Brasil e uma das mais importantes da América do Sul. Desde a sua inauguração, em 14 de julho de 1909, o Theatro tem recebido os maiores artistas internacionais, assim como os principais nomes da dança, música e da ópera brasileiras.
    Praia de Copacabana, South America
   - Copacabana - Rio de Janeiro, RJ            
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Carinhosamente apelidada pela população de Princesinha do Mar, uma canção popular dos brasileiros João de Barro, o Braguinha, e Alberto Ribeiro, a praia de Copacabana localiza-se no bairro de mesmo nome, na zona Sul da cidade do Rio de Janeiro. Copacabana conta com bicicletário, ciclovia, quiosques, hotéis, bares e restaurantes, freqüentados tanto de dia como à noite. Além de dois Fortes Militares, um em cada extremidade da praia, com vistas panorâmicas, abertos à visitação.
Tamanho fascínio também se dá pelo belíssimo calçadão da Avenida Atlântica em pedras portuguesas brancas e pretas, que formam um lindo mosaico no formato de ondas, inspirado no calçadão de Lisboa e usado por Burle Max na praia. Possuem grande infraestrutura de hotéis e quiosques, que atrem turistas do mundo inteiro.
Palco da maior festa de Réveillon do planeta, com seus fogos mundialmente conhecidos, reúne mais de três milhões de pessoas. Suas areias também abrigam grandiosos eventos como os Jogos Pan-americanos do Rio 2007, campeonatos mundiais de futebol de areia e campeonatos mundiais de vôlei.
    Monumento aos Pracinhas, South America
  Av. Infante Dom Henrique s/nº - Aterro do Flamengo - Rio de Janeiro, RJ            
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”O Monumento aos Mortos da Segunda Grande Guerra Mundial, também conhecido como Monumento aos Pracinhas, localiza-se no Aterro do Flamengo, no centro da cidade do Rio de Janeiro. O monumento foi inaugurado em 1960 para abrigar os restos mortais dos soldados brasileiros mortos na Segunda Guerra que, até então, estavam depositados no cemitério de Pistóia, na Itália. Como pode ser visto neste vídeo, o conjunto é integrado por três obras de arte: uma escultura de metal homenageando a Força Aérea Brasileira. Outra de granito, homenageando os soldados das três armas e um painel de azulejo em homenagem aos mortos no mar. Detalhe: a plataforma que se eleva a 31 metros de altura empregou, pela primeira vez no Brasil, o concreto aparente.”
    Forte São Luiz ou Forte do Pico, South America
  Alameda Marechal Pessoal Leal, 265 - Jurujuba - Niterói, RJ            
A 230 metros de altura, no morro do Pico, com entrada pelo Forte Barão do Rio Branco, estão plantadas as ruínas do conjunto arquitetônico que, no século XVIII, abrigou as fortificações do Pico ou São Luiz.
    Fortaleza de Santa Cruz da Barra, South America
  Estrada de Jurujuba, s/n - Jurujuba - Niterói, RJ            
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A Fortaleza de Santa Cruz da Barra localiza-se no lado esquerdo da barra da baía de Guanabara, no bairro de Jurujuba, município de Niterói, Estado do Rio de Janeiro, no Brasil.
Cruzando fogos com a Fortaleza de São João, constituiu a principal estrutura defensiva da barra da baía de Guanabara e da cidade e porto do Rio de Janeiro durante o período da Colônia e do Império. Encontra-se guarnecida até aos dias de hoje, atraindo uma média de dois mil visitantes por mês, em visitas guiadas, de hora em hora, com a duração de cerca de 45 minutos. Source
    Forte do Gragoatá, South America
  Avenida Litorânea s/n - Gragoatá - Niterói, RJ           
Localizado na ponta do Gragoatá, com ampla visão da entrada da Baía de Guanabara, o Forte do Gragoatá foi construído entre os séculos XVII e XVIII, com o nome de Forte de São Domingos, em homenagem ao patrono da capela construída em 1652, hoje matriz de São Domingos.