Top 10 Memorial Day Events in the United States

Memorial Day means different things to different people. For some, it's a long weekend and the beginning of summer. For others, it's a solemn occasion to commemorate the nation's fallen heroes.

United States: Top 10 Memorial Day Travel Destinations

Based on advanced room reservations, this year's favoured Memorial Day travel destinations are Las Vegas, Nevada; San Diego, California; Orlando, Florida; and New York, New York, on line travel website the Priceline.com says

United States: If It’s Memorial Day, Summer Must Be Just Around the Corner!

Established to honour America's war dead, Memorial Day has evolved into more than a remembrance of the country's war dead. It is thought of as the beginning of summer

United States: 350,000 + Racing Fans Expected at 99th Indianapolis 500

Memorial Day is celebrated in different ways in different cities across the United States. Perhaps one of the most iconic celebrations of all is the running of the Indianapolis 500 in Indianapolis, Indiana