Memorial Travel to Historic Sites

Nov 11

This Veteran's Day, we honor those who served by highlighting some of the most meaningful sites around the world, from Normandy in France to Pearl Harbor in Hawaii. Planning a visit to these historic locations can be a profound way to connect with our history. Let us help you create a journey to honor those who sacrificed. 🇺🇸

Normandy, France – D-Day Beaches

Visiting Normandy's D-Day beaches, including Omaha, Utah, and Juno Beach, is a powerful experience for anyone looking to honor the legacy of WWII heroes. Walk the sands of history, tour the Normandy American Cemetery, and take a moment at Pointe du Hoc, where American forces scaled the cliffs in the face of great adversity. This moving journey commemorates the sacrifices made for freedom.

You can find more information on these Memorials HERE.

Photos Courtesy of Normandy Tourism

Pearl Harbor, Hawaii – USS Arizona Memorial
A trip to the USS Arizona Memorial at Pearl Harbor is a solemn yet inspiring experience, honoring those lost during the December 7, 1941, attack. Visitors can take a boat to the memorial, built directly above the sunken battleship, and pay tribute to the nearly 1,200 crew members who gave their lives. The historic site, museum, and nearby battleship USS Missouri make for an unforgettable visit.

Arlington, Virginia – Arlington National Cemetery

Walking through Arlington National Cemetery is a humbling experience that honors military heroes from every U.S. conflict. Key sites include the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, where the changing of the guard ceremony takes place, and the graves of numerous historical figures. It’s a deeply moving destination, especially for families wanting to connect with American history and service.

Vietnam – War Remnants Museum and Cu Chi Tunnels

Vietnam’s War Remnants Museum and the Cu Chi Tunnels provide insight into the Vietnam War's history and legacy. The museum offers exhibits from multiple perspectives, while the tunnels give visitors a chance to explore the underground routes used by soldiers. This journey offers a meaningful way to understand the sacrifices made and reflect on the complexities of military service.

In all, at least 45,000 Vietnamese men and women are said to have died defending the Cu Chi tunnels over the course of the Vietnam War. In the years following the fall of Saigon in 1975, the Vietnamese government preserved the Cu Chi tunnels and included them in a network of war memorial parks around the country.

Visitors to Vietnam can now crawl through some of the safer areas of the tunnels, view command centers and booby traps, fire an AK-47 rifle on a firing range and even eat a meal featuring typical foods that soldiers living in the tunnels would have eaten.

*Did you know? "Tunnel rats," as American soldiers who worked in the Cu Chi tunnels during the Vietnam War were known, used the evocative term "black echo" to describe the experience of being in the tunnels.

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Washington, D.C. – National WWII Memorial and Vietnam Veterans Memorial

Our nation's capital is home to some of the most iconic war memorials, including the National WWII Memorial and the Vietnam Veterans Memorial. Both sites offer a quiet place for reflection and remembrance. The black granite wall of the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, engraved with the names of fallen soldiers, and the serene fountains of the WWII Memorial serve as touching tributes to those who served.

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