USA Planning

Day 13 – The Plan

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Day 13 Tucson, AZ to El Paso, TX https://goo.gl/4CGD2U

Links to Points of Interest

  • PIMA Air and Space Museum Be amazed at one of the largest aviation and space museums in the world! Featuring over 300 historical aircrafts, from a Wright Flyer to a 787 Dreamliner. Sitting on 80 acres the museum encompasses six indoor exhibit hangars (three dedicated to WWII). FREE docent-led walking tours. Exclusive bus tours of the 2,600-acre “Aircraft Boneyard”/U.S. military and government aircraft storage facility Monday-Friday, non-federal holidays only. Museum Tram tours offered every day. Additional fees for riding tours. On-site Flight Grill restaurant.
  • Biosphere 2  Experience Biosphere 2 and find out for yourself why Time Life Books named it “One of the 50 must-see wonders of the world!” Visitors from around the world journey here to explore Earth’s largest living research center studying the environment and the future of our planet. A uniquely built indoor trail system allows visitors to explore the tropical rainforest, savanna, coastal fog desert and million-gallon ocean — all within Biosphere 2’s 6500 panels of glass!
  • The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures Discover the magical world of miniatures at The Mini Time Machine Museum of Miniatures, where visitors are seemingly transported to different lands and times through the stories told by over 300 miniature houses and room boxes, expertly displayed in over 10,000 square-feet of state-of-the-art exhibit space.
Day 13 – The Plan

Day 12 – The Plan

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Day 12 Los Angeles, CA to Tucson, AZ https://goo.gl/LhvXA7

Links to Points of Interest

  • Blizzard Offices  (orc pic) After you’ve lived in southern California, you might not want to go anywhere else. Irvine, California is consistently ranked among the US’s safest places to live. A city of pleasant suburbs flanked by bike paths and hiking trails, Irvine is well-organized, modern and easy to navigate. Located in Orange County, and packed with distinguished schools, colleges & universities, Irvine is a nexus of business and technology local and global. Irvine’s weather is temperate, warm and otherwise comfortable year-round—appropriate for a company named “Blizzard.” Our office is also perfectly placed: fifteen minutes from the beach, a half-hour from Disneyland, an hour from the glitz and culture overload of Los Angeles, and a few more hours and change from a myriad of other day-trip or weekend destinations, including the ski slopes of Big Bear, the beauty of Joshua Tree and Death Valley National Parks, and the lights of Las Vegas.
  • Laguna Beach is a seaside resort city located in southern Orange County, California, in the United States. It is known for a mild year-round climate, scenic coves, environmental preservation, and artist community.
Day 12 – The Plan

Day 11 – The Plan

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Day 11 Los Angeles, CA to La Brea Tar Pits, CA https://goo.gl/sEKCEK
Day 11 a Brea Tar Pits, CA to Petersen Automotive Museum https://goo.gl/iDATwK
Day 11 Petersen Automotive Museum to Los Angeles, CA https://goo.gl/VC7QU4

Links to Points of Interest

Day 11 – The Plan

Day 10 – The Plan

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Day 10 Las Vegas, NV to Los Angeles City Hall https://goo.gl/TZqaJh
Day 10 Los Angeles City Hall to Natural History Museum of LA https://goo.gl/XdtSSq
Day 10 Natural History Museum of LA to Los Angeles, CA https://goo.gl/RKav6r

Links to Points of Interest

  • Los Angeles City Hall, completed 1928, is the center of the government of the city of Los Angeles, California, and houses the mayor’s office and the meeting chambers and offices of the Los Angeles City Council.
  • The Natural History Museum of Los Angeles County is the largest natural and historical museum in the western United States, and its collections include nearly 35 million specimens and artifacts and cover 4.5 billion years of history.
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Day 09 – The Plan

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Day 9 Las Vegas, NV to Grand Canyon West Rim https://goo.gl/aFsQhs
Day 9 Grand Canyon West Rim to Hoover Dam https://goo.gl/thQR3H
Day 9 Hoover Dam to Las Vegas, NV https://goo.gl/1ASjdl

Links to Points of Interest
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Day 09 – The Plan

Day 08 – The Plan

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Day 8 Salt Lake City, UT to Las Vegas, NV https://goo.gl/hH5gdI

Links to Points of Interest

  • Natural History Museum of Utah The Natural History Museum of Utah is a working scientists’ museum that includes paleontology exhibits and a lot more. Here are the museum’s free days for 2015
  • Pioneer Memorial MuseumThe free Pioneer Memorial Museum on the grounds of the Utah State Capitol is dedicated to the lives and belongings of Utah’s Mormon pioneers. Highlights include Brigham Young’s wagon and an antique steam fire engine.
  • Governor’s Mansion (Kearns Mansion) Located on South Temple between “G” & “H” Streets, the mansion was built as a residence for early mining executive Thomas Kearns and is now the official residence of Utah’s Governor. The Governor’s Mansion is open for public tours.
  • Hill AeroSpace Museum One of the finest collections of historic and modern US Air Force aircraft, missiles, munitions, and artifacts in America. Visit the Gift Shop for aviation books, models, and clothing. Be sure to stop in the Aerospace Center for Education (ACE) learning center to fly the F-16 simulator. Free Admission. No gate pass required.
  • Clark Planetarium The star shows and IMAX theater at the Clark Planetarium aren’t free, but the planetarium does have a number of free exhibits that are interesting and worth a look, especially if you’re in the area.
  • Fort Douglas Military Museum The Fort Douglas Military Museum is dedicated to the history of Fort Douglas and U.S. military history, with hundreds of weapons uniforms, and other items on display. The Fort Douglas grounds offer lots of opportunities for historical exploration, including displays of cannons, helicopters and armored vehicles.
Day 08 – The Plan

Day 07 – The Plan

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Day 7 Vernal, UT to Dinosaurland https://goo.gl/SbH1LS
Day 7 Dinosaurland to Salt Lake City, UT https://goo.gl/hM20P3

Links to Points of Interest
Dinosaur National Monument is a U.S. National Monument located on the southeast flank of the Uinta Mountains on the border between Colorado and Utah at the confluence of the Green and Yampa Rivers. Although most of the monument area is in Moffat County, Colorado, the Dinosaur Quarry 40°26′29″N 109°18′04″W is located in Utah just to the north of the town of Jensen, Utah.

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Day 06 – The Plan

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Day 6 Denver, CO to Vernal, UT https://goo.gl/VjjSxV

Links to Points of Interest

  • Sports Authority Field At Mile High Stadium (home of the Denver Broncos), the Colorado Sports Hall of Fame Museum honors the legacies of The Mile High City’s greatest sports heroes, and features the Gallery of Legends, a “Great Moments in Colorado Sports” exhibit and a section celebrating the achievements of girls and women in Colorado Sports.
  • U.S. Mint Learn how to make money! The U.S. Mint produces 50 million coins a day, each one stamped with a little “D” for Denver. Free tours show every step in the process of turning a dull, blank, metal slug into shiny pocket change.
  • Red Rocks Amphitheatre & Park in Morrison is one of the world’s most renowned concert venues. When there’s no concert, the free Visitor Center has a Performers’ Hall of Fame, while the surrounding park has hiking trails that weave in, around and over the colorful red rocks.
  • Dinosaur Ridge, in Morrison, features famous Jurassic dinosaur bones, such as Stegosaurus and Apatosaurus, discovered in 1877, and Cretaceous dinosaur footprints. A guidebook is available for use on self-guided tours.
  • Tattered Cover is one of the nation’s largest and most well-known independent bookstores and often hosts free signings by some of the literary world’s most famous authors. They also offer free Wi-Fi if you want to surf the net while you’re there.
  • Coors Brewery “taste the Rockies!” on a tour at Golden’s Coors Brewery. The world’s largest brewing site still uses the same Rocky Mountain spring water that Adolph Coors discovered in 1873. Free tours show every step in the brewing process, and end with free samples for those over 21.
Day 06 – The Plan

Day 05 – The Plan

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Day 5 Kansas City, MO to Denver, CO https://goo.gl/Dc1McJ

Links to Points of Interest

  • Harley Davidson factory tour takes visitors through the manufacturing and assembly processes of the Sportster®, Dyna and VRSC families of Harley-Davidson motorcycles. Visitors can watch as raw materials turn into custom made American motorcycles all here in Kansas City. Note: children must be at least 12 years and accompanied by adult.
  • Log Courthouse Constructed as Jackson County’s first government building in 1827, the Log Courthouse was once the only courthouse west of St. Charles, MO. Judge Harry S. Truman held court here in the 1930s. The Courthouse was also previously a mercantile store for early Mormon settlers.
  • The Money Museum’s interactive exhibits teach visitors about the Federal Reserve’s role within the economy. Visitors can also see the region’s largest cash vault, lift a 27-pound gold bar and view President Harry S. Truman’s extensive coin collection. Bonus: all visitors leave with a bag of shredded currency.
  • City of Fountains Kansas City takes pride in the nickname “the City of Fountains” and for good reason. More than 200 majestic fountains adorn the city, from quaint neighborhoods to major town landmarks. Be sure the visit the newly renovated J.C. Nichols Memorial Fountain located at the Country Club Plaza for a look at one of the most popular fountains in the area.
  • Haskell Indian Nations University, which first opened in 1884 as a boarding school in Lawrence, KS. The collection not only celebrates the history of Native education but the vast tribal history of the land as well.
  • Roasterie tour Kansas City’s famous coffee-roasting company and learn all about the unique cupping, roasting and blending process that make The Roasterie KC’s best coffee. After the tour, enjoy a fresh brew in the Factory Café.
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Day 04 – The Plan

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Day 4 St Louis, MO to Kansas City, MO https://goo.gl/QfU7d2

Links to Points of Interest

  • Gateway Arch Take a 630-foot ride to the top of this world-famous stainless steel monument for the finest view in the Gateway City. Then stop by the Jefferson National Expansion Memorial to get a glimpse of where Lewis and Clark set out on their historic expedition! Visitors can also hop aboard a 19th century paddle-wheel boat replica for a narrated cruise down the mighty Mississippi.
  • http://www.budweisertours.com/ From the history-rich architecture – including three National Historic Landmarks – to cutting-edge brewing technology, you will witness the heritage and tradition Anheuser-Busch.
  • Brewery Tours of St. Louis Visit four breweries in 3 1/2 hours on a luxury bus. Sample beer, purchase pints, growlers. Complimentary bottled water.
  • Chuck Berry Statue Let it rock. This eight-foot, in-motion sculpture does artistic justice to Rock & Roll legend Chuck Berry
  • Ted Drewes Frozen Custard A St. Louis tradition on Old Route 66 since 1929. Known for specialty “concrete” shakes, so thick you can turn them upside down.
  • Helium Comedy Club An entertainment venue that brings stadium-size talent to an intimate theatre on a weekly basis.

 

Day 04 – The Plan

Day 03 – The Plan

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Day 3 Columbus, OH to St Louis, MO https://goo.gl/tpRIzG

Links to Points of Interest

  • Short North Known as the art and soul of Columbus, the culturally rich Short North Arts District is a pioneer in the urban revitalization of Central Ohio. Visitors are invited to explore our vibrant neighborhood known for its wide variety of amazing art, dining, nightlife, fashion, home décor, and unique gifts.
  • Columbus History Located within COSI (the Center of Science and Industry), one of the most respected science centers in the nation. In the heart of downtown Columbus, our 2,400 square foot museum features displays that tell the diverse history and stories of Ohio’s Capital City.
  • Ohio StatehouseThe Ohio Statehouse is one of America’s finest examples of Greek Revival architecture and is one of the oldest working statehouses in the United States. The Ohio Statehouse was completed in 1861 after 22 years of construction. The sweeping grand staircase of the Senate Building was modeled after the Paris Opera House. Restored to its original grandeur in 1996, the Statehouse is filled with priceless amazing historic art, including a marble bust of Abraham Lincoln – the only one the President posed for during his lifetime. Even the Statehouses expansive grounds have a history, as Civil War Union soldiers frequently camped there.
  • Schmidt’s Restaurant und Sausage HausGerman Village landmark with banquet facility. Located in an historic brick livery stable, Schmidt’s Restaurant und Sausage Haus has offered award-winning, hand crafted-food by five generations of the Schmidt family members since 1886.
  • Topiary Park The art park is a recreation in topiary of, A Sunday Afternoon of the Isle of La Grande Jatte, by Georges Seurat. The only topiary interpretation of a painting in existence. The landscape consists of 50 topiary people, 8 boats, 3 dogs, a monkey, a cat, a real pond and trees. There is a gift store and Visitor Center that is open seasonally during the summer months on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday and Sunday. The park is FREE and open year-round from dawn to dusk.
Day 03 – The Plan

Day 02 – The Plan

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Day 2 Danville, PA to Pro Football Hall of Fame, Canton, OH https://goo.gl/QFpwTM
Day 2 Pro Football Hall of Fame, Canton, OH to Columbus, OH https://goo.gl/f9cOug

Links to Points of Interest
Pro Football Hall of Fame
Canton Classic Car Museum
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Day 02 – The Plan