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US Attractions – A New Guide
Comments | Posted by Chrissy @ Jurnii in Attractions, Blogs, Fun, Towns, Travel Resources, Wildlife
Here at Jurnii we know that a good holiday is usually all about keeping the kids entertained and happy at all times. While we occasionally get the chance to enjoy a night alone, it’s usually the day activities that turn out to be the really memorable parts of a vacation.
With this in mind, we’ve developed a guide to the attractions of the US. Covering all regions and states, this one stop guide will help you plan your vacation to the US, taking all the hard work out of searching for places to visit.
So why not take a look at our Guide to US Attractions. In the meantime, here’s a sneak peak!
Seattle Aquarium
Discover a fascinating marine environment at the Seattle Aquarium where you will encounter orca whales, glowing jellyfish, sea anemones, clever sea otters, and everything in between.
This unique marine environment is perfect for people of all ages and is open 7 days a week.

Disneyland, Anaheim
Disneyland is famous for its masterful story telling of some of history’s greatest tales, in an interactive and mind-blowing way.
A trip to Disneyland is a guaranteed unforgettable experience no matter how old you are, and simply cannot be missed while in the sunny state of California.

Bloomington Mall of America
The Mall of America is not only the largest shopping center in the US; it is the largest in the world. Boasting an impressive 400 shops, 50 restaurants and bars, along with the largest roofed theme park in the US, this place is any shopaholic’s dream!

Ben & Jerry’s Factory Tour
Ben & Jerry make some of the best ice-cream around so a tour around where it all happens is a must for any fans. Nestled in the Green Mountains just north of Waterbury, this factory offers some fantastic tours with sampling mandatory.
Statue of Liberty
A ferry runs regularly to the Liberty Island on which it stands, and there you can visit the museum in the statues pedestal. Unfortunately it is no longer possible to climb higher into the statue.

Whale Watching in Cape Cod
Provincetown is probably the best place to organize a spot on one of the boats that takes you out to the whales – a highly recommended activity! A walk down the infamous commercial street to the wharf is a pleasant experience too. On the boat trip you are almost guaranteed whale sighting, and you’re bound to see other creatures such as dolphins and of course lots of bird life.

-Chrissy
Want to see more? Take a look at the full Guide to US Attractions.
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Fishing in the US – A New Guide
Comments | Posted by Chrissy @ Jurnii in Attractions, Blogs, Fishing, Miscellaneous, Travel Resources
Fishing is easily one of America’s favorite past times and is attempted by many and mastered by few. Practiced for thousands of years, it is an activity that both thrills and relaxes, and also guides many keen travelers on their destination choices.
Although it’s a popular sport and past time across the entirety of the United States, the team at Jurnii has narrowed it down to the very best spots to give fishing a go.
Our Guide to Fishing in the US is your one-stop-shop to where all those fish are hiding.
Here’s a sneak peek!
Grand Traverse Bay
This stunning little bay of Lake Michigan spans 32 miles in length and boasts several bays within it.
The surrounding countryside if comprised of a thriving wine industry, with rolling green hills and vineyards creating a picturesque background for fishermen.
Fly fishing is particularly popular here.

Raritan Bay
Located in the southern portion of Lower New York Bay, Raritan Bay is part of the New York Bight and perfect for locals of Central Jersey and New York City, hoping to cast a line.
Along with an impressive array of fish, anglers can also expect to see the blue crab, fiddler crab, green crab, horseshoe crab and spider crab

Crater Lake
Positioned in the beautiful Crater Lake National Park, this idyllic lake is famous for its deep blue color and water clarity.
Although it didn’t have an indigenous population in the first half of the century, several species have now formed self sustaining populations.

Outer Banks
The Outer Banks of North Carolina are home to some of the best angling waters around, making this destination a sporting fisherman’s paradise.
Whether you choose to do a spot of pier, brackish, fly, inshore and offshore charter fishing, you are sure to have a flipping good time.

Colorado River
The mighty Colorado River is without a doubt one of America’s most popular fishing hot spots…and with good reason. Hundreds of fantastic spots can be found along its banks, with the locals sure to point you to some of the best ones.

- Chrissy
Want to discover the rest of America’s best fishing spots. Check out our Guide to US Fishing.
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Sports of the US – The Ultimate Guide
Comments | Posted by Chrissy @ Jurnii in Attractions, Fun, Miscellaneous, Uncategorized
Sport in the United States is as important to American culture, as food is to the functioning of the human body. In fact, some may even say it is a religion, worshiped by avid and passionate fans from across the world.
The sporting world in the US is dominated by the four major leagues of football, baseball, basketball and hockey, and this is apparent in the home, in the education system and on the field.
So what’s all the big fuss about? Check out our Guide to US Sports to find out!
In the meantime, here’s a sneak peak…
American Football
Known simply as football or gridiron, American Football is quintessential to any sporting experience in the US.
The NFL is the highest level of professional American Football in the United States and is played between two teams of 11.
The objective of the game is to score points by advancing the ball into the opposing team’s end zone. It involves a lot of running, throwing and tackling and is largely a spectator sport.

Baseball
Baseball in America is almost as standard to the common household as bread and milk. This bat-and-ball sport is played between two teams of nine players each, with the aim of the game to touch four bases arranged at the corners of a diamond before returning to the original place of play.
Major League Baseball (MLB) is the highest level of professional baseball in the US and is comprised of 30 teams, with 29 in the US and one in Canada.

Basketball
Basketball is one of America’s favorite team sports in which two teams of five score points by throwing a ball through the top of a basketball hoop. The National Basketball Association (NBA) is the pre-eminent men’s professional basketball league of America and consists of 30 clubs, 29 of which are in the US, with one in Canada.

Hockey
This family of sports is played in teams in which the aim of the game is to maneuver a ball or puck into the opponent’s goal by using a hockey stick. The sport itself comes in many forms and can be played as field hockey, ice hockey, roller hockey, sledge hockey and street hockey.
Ice Hockey is incredibly popular in the US and is largely associated with the National Hockey League (NHL); an organization considered the premiere professional ice hockey league in the world. The league is currently comprised of 30 teams across the US and Canada.

- Chrissy
Want to find out more about America’s favorite past time. Check out our Guide to US Sports.
