USA fun facts

interesting facts about Alaska
13 Jan

14 Absolutely Freezing Facts About Alaska

It’s chilly up north – and if you’re a resident of Alaska, US, you’ll probably have some form of way of beating back the chill. Did you know Alaska is actually the biggest state in the US on sheer landmass alone? Here are some more fun facts about Alaska to help warm you up… 1. …
facts about WW1
12 Jan

14 Incredible Facts About WW1

It was known as the Great War and the War to End All Wars pre-1939, but the 1st World War soon became overshadowed by the tragic events that followed. With that in mind, what are the amazing facts you need to know more than 100 years on? Take a look at some incredible facts about …
cape canaveral facts
11 Jan

16 Cracking Facts About Cape Canaveral

Cape Canaveral is an American city on the west coast of Florida. However, you’ll likely know it best for its connections with space travel and its fantastic coastline! Here are some fun facts about Cape Canaveral worth strapping in for. 1. Where exactly is Cape Canaveral, anyway? It is in the county of West Brevard …
Facts about prohibition
5 Jan

19 Precluding Facts About Prohibition

Can you imagine a world without alcohol today? While still controversial, and still arguably responsible for many of the world’s problems, the period during which the US went without booze is regarded as one of their darkest, certainly in terms of their economy, as well as in terms of crime rates. For 13 years, America …
fun facts about Texas
2 Jan

23 Tremendous Facts About Texas

Texas is a US state famous for plenty of things – its ranches, its steakhouses, the sheer size of it – however, there are actually plenty of facts and figures which might surprise you about the Lone Star State. Think you know everything there is to know about this state in general? Think again. Here …
facts about Maryland
27 Dec

14 Merry Facts About Maryland

Surely Maryland is the one place in the world that you know everything about, right? This list of fun Facts about Maryland might just perk you up and make you think again about that one… 1. Where is Maryland, anyway? The state of Maryland is located on the coast of the Atlantic Ocean, beneath Pennsylvania …
Fun facts about Elvis Presley
23 Dec

15 Priceless Facts About Elvis Presley

Uh-huh-huh! Elvis Presley – the King of Rock n’ Roll – was nothing short of a musical and cultural phenomenon. To this day, he’s still one of the most-impersonated stars on the planet, and his legacy lasts as long as his incredible chart-breaking records. Let’s look at some fun facts about Elvis Presley if you’re …
facts about the mississippi river
19 Dec

17 Fun Facts About The Mississippi River

The Mississippi River, found in – guess where – Mississippi, US, has the distinction of being the second-longest river of its kind in North America. That’s an incredible distinction – and anyone who has ever visited the river will likely tell you they are surprised it is only the second-longest! However, there’s more to these …
Bill Clinton
17 Dec

16 Brilliant Facts About Bill Clinton

William Jefferson Clinton – Bill to just about everyone – was US President for two terms, leader of the country from 1993 through to 2001. He was a Democrat President, having served following two Republicans – George HW Bush and Ronald Reagan – and ahead of another, George W Bush. Clinton’s time in office was …
Welcome to Las Vegas
15 Dec

22 Fun Facts About Las Vegas

Viva Las Vegas – land of casino gaming, glitzy shows, and sell-out tours for magicians, musicians, and more. It’s thought to be a major driver for tourism in the state of Nevada, US, and over the years, it’s seen plenty of growth. However, even if you’ve been to Las Vegas on holiday before, there may …
interesting facts about Indiana
4 Dec

18 Interesting Facts About Indiana

As part of our ongoing fact files on the states of the USA, we thought it was high time we turned our attention to the Hoosier State, found towards the Midwest of the country. Indiana may not be the biggest state in the US, however, it has just as much interesting history and culture behind …
Facts about Arizona
23 Nov

10 Amazing Facts About Arizona

The state of Arizona can be found between Los Angles and Albuquerque, in the southwest of the US, and is home to some popular tourist destinations including the Grand Canyon and Sonoran Desert. But how much do you know about this state?  Here are a few fun facts about Arizona to help increase your  knowledge. …
Facts about Death Valley
18 Nov

11 Sizzling Facts About Death Valley

With a name like Death Valley, how could you resist taking a closer look? That’s about all there is to say by way of an introduction… so sit back and enjoy these 11 fun facts about Death Valley: 1. It’s actually a National Park! Death Valley National Park is located in California, USA. 2. There is …
Interesting facts about Alcatraz
16 Nov

13 Amazing Facts About Alcatraz

Alcatraz is an island situated off the Californian coast near San Francisco – and it’s been made all the more famous by the 1979 film ‘Escape from Alcatraz’! However, have you actually toured the island yourself? Here are some fun facts about Alcatraz that might just impress you! 1. The journey takes hero swimmers to …
facts about the Grand Canyon
12 Nov

10 Great Facts About The Grand Canyon

Found in Arizona, USA, the Grand Canyon is arguably one of the biggest natural spectacles, bringing in floods of tourists from all over the world to take a closer look.  It is, of course, super-easy to recognise – but what are some of the lesser-known fun facts about the Grand Canyon? If you’re planning a …