Jelly Belly Factory tour
The Jelly Belly Factory seems to be one of those places you always plan to get too, on the way up to Tahoe or home from Sacramento, but never quite make the time. This weekend, while visiting Davis, we finally had the opportunity to explore this California original and I am pleased to report, this is a stop worth making!
Carousel at Coral Ridge Mall
If your travels take you along Interstate 80 through Iowa let me recommend you take the time to stop at Coral Ridge Mall in Coralville. Having trouble finding Coralville on the map? It’s nestled up next to Iowa City, and the mall is just off exit 240. Normally I’m not a big fan of malls; you usually find the same offerings no matter where you go. But Coral Ridge Mall has a few things you won’t find in your typical mall…
"Shopping" at CityWorks Grocery in the Iowa Children's Museum
Who said a trip to the mall couldn’t be educational? The Iowa Children’s Museum is a hands on learning experience for young minds. From taking on adult roles in CityWorks, a child-sized village, to shooting self-made rockets and “flying” simulated airplanes kids get to experience, learn and create – all while having fun!
The Iowa Children’s Museum even has a special space set aside for the under-5 crowd. ImaginAcres lets tots pretend to be farmers. They can plant and pick vegetables, play in the barn and even pretend to burrow under the dirt- all in a safe, enclosed space. Read More »
I’m not really sure why people leave the Midwest during the summer. It is obviously the best time to be here; the days are warm, the nights are cool and so much is going on. Like incredible theater performed on special outdoor stages. These are only a few of the shows you’ll find scattered across the Midwest this summer.
Shakespeare on the Lawn at Salisbury House
William Shakespeare continues to captivate audiences with his wit and wisdom. Locally our favorite outdoor performance takes place on the lawn of Salisbury House. Shakespeare on the Lawn takes place July 21-24 with evening performances of As You Like It. The play is performed by the Repertory Theater of Iowa. Tickets are $20. Pack a picnic- don’t forget the wine- come early and claim your patch of lawn. Read More »
The urban public transportation system supplies an alternative means of transit for those without vehicles. The United States rail transit has three sub-divisions, including the large rail, small rail or bus only divisions. Cities that have incorporated a large rail system typically outperform those incorporating the other two options. For instance, large rail cities have a 400 % per capita transit ridership, 887 % higher transit commute mode, 36 % less fatalities, 14 % lower consumer expenditures, 19 % smaller household devotions to public transport, 21 % lower mileage, 33 % higher transit service, 58 % higher transit recovery costs, and constant improvement in fitness and health.
Some argue that urban rail transit has not produced the expected benefits, such as environmental improvement, serving the poor, or reducing highway congestion in the United States of America. Some economists present counter arguments that dictate the overall costs of mass public rail transit with a positive ebb and flow. However, suburbanization continues to expand its sphere of influence, which will decrease central business districts. If the wage margin continues to broaden, then the mass public rail transit system will not affect the future of economic development.
Luxury train travel has increased around the world because it has several advantages over conventional transportation methods, such as airports, cruise ships, and bus trips. For instance, instead of the monotony of viewing clouds, guests can see a myriad of landscapes that provides more of an elegant experience while traveling to the destination. Luxury trains also have ample space, instead of cramped leg room and limited space to adjust carry-on belongings. The sleeping arrangements are also more comfortable, often equipped with private bathrooms.
Vintage rail tours, similar to luxury rail tours, these train tours reenact historical experiences giving off a sense of nostalgia. Vintage rail tours will often bring guests to a destination that would feel very similar to an early American rail tour. Most vintage rail cars are refurbished with spacious rooms and panoramic viewing for all to enjoy.
Escorted railway tours provide enthralling gauge, cog, historic and private railways. Group members often benefit from a pre-planned vacation package, including multi-railway adventures, on-board tour guides, and pre-approved hotels and meals. Likewise, U.S. independent rail tours offer multiple destinations that interlink cities together in a splendid multitude of rail routes, including west coast, east coast or a conjunction of both coastal adventure routes. Independent rail routes provide the freedom necessary for sole travelers to get a travel experience on their own.
Seasonal and National Railway Tours are specialized railroad travel packages that target certain aspects of the country, including Yellowstone/Glacier discovery, The Big Four, Prince Edward Island, the Canyon islands, and The Great Cities of Canada. The seasonal railway tours focus on themes, more specifically related to Christmas snowy railways, fall tours to view the changing leaves, and other ventures.
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