Travel in America : Vacation with reasonable cost and still Fun!

Holiday season to the zoo? Come on! do not have to reach for the pocket much like when a trip to the mall, but still fun, close to nature, and learn about animals.

With conditions like today, many people think twice about a vacation out of town. Prefer vacation at home or the streets that do not have to buy a plane ticket. Well, this is the time glancing at the zoo. Especially the Smithsonian National Zoological Park in Washington, DC Because it is one way to save costs but still be fun to spend time with family.

Why save? Because in here is free! . Charged only $ 2 if we want to buy a map directions. When hungry, there is a cafeteria with an affordable menu. There is also a souvenir shop when we want to buy a miniature panda or the Sumatran Tiger. In addition, we do not need to spend any penny.

The zoo is located in the center of town, exactly at 3001 Connecticut Avenue NW, Washington, DC It is open every day except every December 25. From outside DC, we can ride the Metro (train) or the vehicle itself. But it must be remembered, for parking at the zoo attract duties parking $ 10 (1 hour first), $ 15 (for 2 or 3 hour) and $ 20 (more than 3 hours). Expensive? Party zoo says all income-good parking, food, and souvenirs, to support research, conservation and education at the Smithsonian National Zoological Park.

The zoo has been around since 1889 and have two places, the Smithsonian National Zoological Park for the public, and The Conservation and Research Center in Front Royal, Virginia, a non-public. Both are close together, only an hour away. The zoo is conceptualized Congress Act of 1889 and is part of this Smithsonian institution was conceptualized to research, conservation, and education. Not only focus on animals, but also on education for the veterinary (animal experts) and teachers in public schools.

In 1958, established FONZ (Friends of the National Zoo). FONZ is a nonprofit organization concerned with the development of education and volunteer programs. For the allocation of funds is divided between the Smithsonian and the District of Columbia. FONZ is a partner in the development of this zoo. Members around 40,000 with the number of volunteers reached over 10,000 people.