The Minneapolis-St. Paul area, collectively referred to as the Twin Cities, is renowned for its cultural and recreational opportunities and beautiful natural surroundings. The Twin Cities are best known for their rich natural environment. Each season offers ample opportunity to explore the natural world in a variety of contexts. Twin Cities' parks and lakes are extensive with 136,900 acres of parkland and 950 lakes in the metro area alone. Hiking, fishing, swimming, golfing, snow shoeing, boating, or evening walks around Lake Harriet are all popular and accessible activities for any visitor.
The Country Inn & Suites By Carlson®, Bloomington at Mall of America (MOA), MN sits on an ideal site off I-494 and Highway 77. Located directly across from America’s largest shopping complex, the hotel is just three miles from Minneapolis–Saint Paul International Airport..
A tour guide provides the highlights of Minneapolis, Saint Paul and neighborhoods in between- all from the comfort of a deluxe motorcoach! Whether for business or pleasure, there's simply no better way to see all that the Twin Cities have to offer.
Are you a Sand Tiger Shark lover, a Giant Green Turtle fancier or a Clownfish groupie? Perhaps it’s the mysterious Seahorse or graceful Rays that you love the most. Come to the Sea Life Aquarium to explore all the wonderful Sea Life!
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Visit the popular “Twin Cities” on this getaway. Plan time to visit the famous Mall of America and explore the facility’s many shops and attractions. Your package will include admission to the SEA LIFE Aquarium, a million-gallon aquarim home to several thousand sea creatures. Also make sure you visit the Minneapolis Sculpture Garden home to the iconic Spoonbridge and Cherry fountain!
Enjoy the glory and majesty of Niagara Falls on this 4-day getaway! Climb high above on the Skylon Tower to take in unique views of Horseshoe Falls and the surrounding area. Travel right up to the falls on a sightseeing cruise. With admissions to Niagara Falls’ top attractions, you will get a true Niagara Falls experience. Prepare for beauty, fun, and amazement on the Niagara Falls Ultimate Getaway!
Capture all of the excitement, history, and adventure in our nation's capital on this Washington, DC Ultimate Getaway! From the museums to the monuments, there is something for everyone to enjoy in DC. Use your hop-on, hop-off tour pass to explore the attractions. At night, tour the monuments as they are lit up to show their full glory. There is so much to see and do on your Washington DC Ultimate Getaway!
All of the fun and excitement of “The City That Never Sleeps” is waiting for you on this New York City Ultimate Getaway! Experience Manhattan’s most popular attractions such as Times Square, Rockefeller Center, Little Italy, Chinatown, and Soho. Your getaway also includes a New York CityPASS®, which provides admission to popular sites like the Empire State Building, the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, and the 9/11 Memorial and Museum. This New York City Ultimate Getaway is the perfect way to experience all the “Big Apple” has to offer!
Explore the French Quarter among all the other popular attractions of New Orleans on your three-day getaway. Enjoy a sightseeing cruise on the Creole Queen Paddle Wheeler and experience the timeless beauty of Southern Louisiana on a swamp boat. Your getaway also includes a New Orleans VISITicket Multi-Day Power Pass, which gives you access to more than 25 popular “NOLA” attractions, like the Audubon Aquarium. This 4-day New Orleans Getaway is the perfect way to explore all the “Crescent City” has to offer!
Boston has so much to offer on this four-day getaway! A city rich in history, Boston is nicknamed “The Cradle of Liberty” for its critical role in launching the American Revolution. During your stay here, learn all about the city’s fascinating history, as well as savor famous local cuisine and explore some of Boston’s top attractions such as the New England Aquarium and the Museum of Science with the Boston CityPASS. Your Boston Ultimate Getaway is the perfect way to explore a great American destination!
OVERVIEW: Nashville boasts more live music than anywhere else in the world. From the Grand Ole Opry to the local neighborhood club, Nashville is overflowing with music - country, bluegrass, rock, jazz and blues. A warm and family-friendly atmosphere, Nashville is a perfect vacation destination. More than music, the city has a vigorous arts, culture and food scene, and many family attractions such as the Nashville Zoo, Adventure Science Center, botanical gardens and more.
Thanks to its significant contribution to our culture and history, Memphis is a must see. Visit the National Civil Rights Museum to reflect on Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr. and the movement he championed. Study the roots of American music at the Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum, and then see where recording history was made at Sun Studios. Drop in on the King’s property at Graceland® and learn about the life and the legend of Elvis. You’ll be glad you did.
Experience all that Philadelphia has to offer, both modern and historic. Visit the exciting Franklin Institute, with exhibitions ranging from ancient Egypt, to the science of how the human brain and heart works, to the marvel of the powerful locomotives. Explore the Museum of the American Revolution, the only museum in America devoted to the full story of the country’s founding struggle. See the giant Benjamin Franklin statue at the One Liberty Observation Deck and enjoy views of the city from high up in a skyscraper. A wonderful, history-filled trip is sure to delight in Philadelphia.
The “Windy City” will take your breath away on this Chicago Ultimate Getaway! Whether it is shopping on the Magnificent Mile, listening to the vibrant blues music being played at any number of the city’s clubs, or spending some quality time enjoying the attractions at Navy Pier, there is so much to see and do. Included is a hop-on, hop-off tour to give you a guided sightseeing experience of the city and its many points of interest. Your getaway also includes a Chicago CityPASS®, which gives you access to some of the most popular attractions in “Chi-Town,” like Shedd Aquarium, the Field Museum, and the Skydeck. Discover all this great city has to offer on this Chicago Ultimate Getaway.
There is no better way to explore the “City by the Bay” than on your San Francisco Ultimate Getaway!! Experience the most popular areas and attractions in San Francisco with a multi-day hop-on, hop-off tour. Visit the iconic Golden Gate Bridge for amazing views of the city. Enjoy breathtaking scenery at the Japanese Tea Garden. Walk through the attractions at Fisherman’s Wharf and stop to enjoy the vibrant section of town. Your San Francisco Ultimate Getaway also comes with a CityPASS®, which includes a Muni and Cable Car Passport, prepaid admission to the California Academy of Sciences, and a Blue & Gold Fleet Bay Cruise Adventure.
Enjoy four days of sightseeing on the San Diego Ultimate Getaway! Explore San Diego and see what makes the city also known as the “Birthplace of California” so special. A sightseeing tour will guide you to such important areas as the Gaslamp District, Seaport Village, and Balboa Park. Take time to visit the world-famous San Diego Zoo. You will cruise the bay, giving you another distinct way of experiencing the city. This trip to San Diego is sure to amaze!
Our Seattle Ultimate Getaway is the perfect way to take in the “Emerald City”! Explore all this picturesque Pacific Northwest city has to offer with a multi-day hop-on, hop-off sightseeing tour. Savor the tasty seafood at Pike Place Market. Take a stroll along the lovely waterfront. Spend some time on Pier 66. Your Seattle Ultimate Getaway also includes a Seattle CityPASS®, which grants you admission to the iconic Space Needle, where you can view the entire city while 520 feet above the ground for stunning views of Mt. Rainier, the lights of downtown Seattle, and Elliott Bay.