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1. Michelangelo's David -- Statue
   Michelangelo's statue of King David is one of the most famous sculptures ever. Created between 1501 and 1504, the original now resides in Galeria dell'Academia, in Florence, Italy. The statue stands 12 inches tall, is 4 1/2 inches wide and 3 inches deep. Made of cold cast resin, it has the look of marble, and shows incredible detail. Don't miss out on this awesome piece at a great price. Get yours now!
2. Liberty Travel -- American Airlines
   During the 1960s Americans became more experienced travelers and Liberty expanded its travel options, arranging package trips to more exotic or culturally interesting locations around the world, such as Tahiti, Tokyo, and Israel. While GoGo Tours, Inc. handled the wholesale operation of formulating vacation packages, Liberty's retail agents accounted for a large portion of sales at GoGo. Liberty expanded to accommodate new customers, opening several retail travel offices, for a total of 19 offices in New York City by 1970. Liberty opened offices in New Jersey, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Florida, as well as other areas of New York.
3. New York City Tour -- Liberty Island
   New York can be intimidating. If you are a first time visitor you might want to think about hooking up with a tour. It's a great way to get around and get a little perspective on the city. Even the seasoned traveler can pick something up! Take one of the double-decker Sightseeing bus tours down Broadway or try the Staten Island Ferry.
4. Mount Rushmore National Memorial -- United States
   Mount Rushmore represents the largest work of art on earth. Each face is 60 feet high, compared to the head on the Statue of Liberty, which is only 17 feet tall. Amazingly, there were no deaths and only a couple of injuries during the entire period of carving at Mount Rushmore. This is a remarkable safety record considering the workers regularly used dynamite and heavy equipment.
5. Ellis Island -- Ellis Island Immigration Museum
   Ellis Island Immigration Museum is part of the Statue of Liberty National Monument. It was added to the National Park System in May of 1965 and following an extensive restoration, its main building opened over a quarter century later on September 10, 1990 as a National Museum of Immigration.
6. New York City Tour -- Empire State Building
   New York City tours and tour companies are important components of the tourist industry. First time visitors to Manhattan will find a variety of tours useful for familiarizing themselves with the city. Ride a double-decker bus around the fascinating neighborhoods of Manhattan, getting off at the Empire State Building, the United Nations, in Chinatown, in Greenwich Village, or in Rockefeller Center. Hop back on when you're ready to move on to the next attraction. Cruise up the Hudson River in the fall when all the trees are changing color. Learn about Harlem's colorful history; explore the Museum Mile; browse 5th Avenue shops; learn what a flatiron is and see the building.
7. New York Metropolitan Area -- Wall Street
   Al Ferrigno came from the New York metropolitan area where he owned several award winning salons. On vacation, he and his family fell in love with the Sarasota area and saw the need for a precision haircutting salon. From there he opened the first New York Hair Company in 1980 on Main Street. The Main Street location quickly became very popular and once it was established, Al decided to branch out, opening the second New York Hair. He then moved into the Bradenton and Venice area.
8. Lisa -- Los Angeles
   Lisa's film reviews have ... been featured in the publications Monterey County Weekly, Movie Collector's World, Cinefantastique, and Take One. Her film and book reviews and short stories have appeared in the print magazines No Quarter Given and Paradox. Her feature articles have been printed in the Chronicle and the Los Angeles Times, and her pirate articles are posted on the website Pirates! Fact & Legend. For three years, Lisa co-hosted the film review program, Talking Movies on KRUZ TV in Santa Cruz. Her reviews have also been broadcast on area radio stations.
9. New York Tourism -- United States
   The New York Borough of Staten Island was primarily farmland until the 1960s when the Verrazano-Narrows Bridge was built. This allowed for an increase in the island's population, which is mainly residential today with many parks and golf courses. The Staten Island Ferry, now free of charge, helps draw tourists to the island and makes transportation to Manhattan easier for locals. The six-mile scenic route features unobstructed views of the Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island and the New York harbor. Several unique museums and galleries can be found on Staten Island for visitors who enjoy arts and culture. Miles of beaches can ... be enjoyed for sunbathing, swimming, pier fishing and other recreational activities.
10. Gustave Eiffel
    A man best known for structures such as his tower constructed at the 1889 World's Fair in Paris, French engineer Gustave Eiffel was born on this day in 1832. His 'Eiffel Tower', an impressive structure at over 984 feet in height, was the tallest structure in the world for over forty years until completion of the Chrysler Building in New York City. Recognized around the world, the Eiffel Tower stands today as a graceful example of engineered beauty and design.

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