World Trade Center History
"The twin towers of the World Trade Center were more than just buildings. They were proof of New York’s belief in itself. Built at a time when New York’s future was cloudy, the towers restored confidence and stopped the decline of lower Manhattan. Brash, glitzy, and grand, they quickly became symbols of New York. But the idea wasn’t universally liked. Critics argued that the skyscrapers would ruin New York’s skyline and strain city services. With support from David Rockefeller (chairman of Chase Manhattan bank) and his brother Nelson (governor of New York) the project was approved and construction began in 1965."
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World Fact Book Ireland
A Surfnetkids Honorable Mention site.
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Viking Voyage 1000
"Nearly 1000 years ago, Leif Ericsson sailed 1800 miles from Greenland to Newfoundland, establishing the first contact between Europeans and native North Americans. Today twelve men are duplicating that journey in an authentic Viking ship called a knarr. Follow the ship’s movements, track weather reports and read the crew’s journal entries. But before you leave, be sure to play Viking Voyage 1000, the game. The challenge is to complete the journey in one sailing season while avoiding icebergs, compensating for changing wind conditions, and managing your food supply. "
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Travelogue Central
Reviewed September 25, 1999 by Sean Munson, 16 years old from New Jersey, US who is affiliated with the site. Travelogue Central is a growing collection of travelogues and guides. It also features trip planning and shopping sections.
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Trans Oceanic Rowing Expedition
"Mick Bird is just beginning his three-year journey aboard his rowing vessel Reach. The first stop of his 24,000 mile voyage will be Hawaii. Mick’s boat is the culmination of five years of work. Traditional construction was blended with state-of-the-art epoxies and technology to create a virtually indestructible hull. Satellite communication will be used to provide a direct link to classrooms. Stay tuned to his Web site for on-going coverage."
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Tour Eiffel
A Surfnetkids Honorable Mention site.
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Tidal Passages
A Surfnetkids Honorable Mention site.
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The Virtual Fields Trip Site
Reviewed May 26, 1999 by Pat Altinay, a reader from Chicago, Illinois who is not affiliated with the site. Travel through hurricanes, volcanoes or PI. This site is not limited to places, although places are included. They’ve bookmarked various sites for you and use a simple navigational page to take you through them. One tour even explains all the search engines and what you get from them. The kids in the classroom couldn’t stop traveling!
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Terraquest
A Surfnetkids Honorable Mention site.
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Surfing the Net with Kids: Travelogues
"Can’t get away this summer? How about some arm chair travel, Internet style? These families, archeologists, sailors and adventurers are traveling the world, sharing their diaries with us (and several million other strangers) every few days on the Net. Internet travelogues are an intimate and educational way to travel the world vicariously. Bon Voyage!"
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