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What can be said about New York City? It is one of the most famous cities in the world, home to some of the most famous places and attractions in the world. There is nothing that can be said about New York that is bad enough to still keep people from visiting. It is a place full of people and excitement. There is something new to discover everyday. This is just a peek into the wonderful world of New York City, five boroughs and all, to create an understanding of how so much diversity is in one city. Come see for yourself if this sounds unbelievable.

Let’s begin the journey at the beginning, Ellis Island. After the United States as it is known today was established, immigrants had to go through Ellis Island to enter the country. What significance does this have to a tourist? Between 1892 and 1954, more that 12 million immigrants passed through this immigration center, all of the people in search of freedom of speech and religion as well as economic opportunity. The point is almost everyone in this country has a relative or an ancestor that passed through to get to America. Imagine finding a great-uncle who came here over 100 years ago. It is now part of the Statue of Liberty National Monument meaning it is once again open to the public. Considered a museum, a person could spend hours upon hours just exploring all of the people who have come to America.

To continue, it was just mentioned that Ellis Island is part of another internationally famous monument, the Statue of Liberty. Be before discussion begins on the wonders of the statue, something else must be understood. A person can neither drive to any of these locations, nor take a subway to them. So how are they to be visited? This is just another reason to visit New York. A simple ferry ride can bring tourists to both locations. The ferry is one the most popular modes of transportation in New York City. Besides going around the beautiful New York Harbor, a ferry can help you visit other cities such as Jersey City and Long Island. They are cozy, inexpensive, and very convenient. Not to toot the Big Apple’s horn once again, but this is just one other reason to visit New York City.

To broaden the understanding on a topic that was merely touched upon, let’s get back to the Statue of Liberty. It is located on the 12 beautiful acres of Liberty Island in New York Harbor. It was a gift of friendship from the people of France and is one of the most universal symbols of freedom and democracy. It was dedicated on October 28, 1886 and was designated a national monument on October 15, 1924. Visitors can view inside the statue through a glass ceiling with not a regular tour guide, but a park ranger as a guide. A visitor can also walk onto the statue’s observation deck and promenade for unbelievable views of New York City and the harbor.

In transition to these grand historical places, New York is full of fun. Known as “the city that never sleeps,” why would one spend all the time at museums? My point exactly, so take a detour from the statue, take the ferry back to the city, and hop on a bus to the world famous Times Square. Times Square has got it all. I mean shopping, hotels, restaurants, movie theaters, the nightlife, and of course, Broadway. Times Square was not always the spectacle we see today. It once was full of sex shops and had the highest crime rate in the country. But NYC, refusing to be held back, made a drastic change for the better. It was formerly Longacre Square until the erection of the New York Times building. Now it is the booming area we see today full of spectacular billboards and surprising sites, such as the Naked Cowboy. The Naked Cowboy is a Cincinnati native who stands on the streets of Manhattan in Times Square posing for pictures and playing guitar in nothing but cowboy boots and underwear. Yes, it can become quite a spectacle, constantly turning heads.

But people come to NYC to see real shows, performances. That is why there is Broadway. Broadway has been home to some of the most famous and memorable plays. These include Aida, the Lion King, Rent, and the Producers just to name a few. Now Broadway is not just one little building. No Broadway is an entire avenue that spans the entire Manhattan through Times Square, the heart of the theater district. The so-called theater district is from 42nd Street to 53rd Street between 6th Avenue and 8th Avenue. This small strip of land contains about 38 theaters. I think with 38 theaters, there is something for just about everyone.

But for those visitors who aren’t into the theater seen, don’t fret, in New York City, everyone is taken care of. I am talking about Madison Square Garden or just MSG to New Yorkers. This one place consists of so much. From music to sports, it’s got everything. MSG is home to basketball games, music award shows, concerts, and sometimes, yes even here, plays. But these are places like Sesame Street Live! Madison Square Garden always has something going on and something playing. Just take a look.

On another chance of pace, let’s venture into one of NYC’s most surprisingly famous areas: Chinatown. New York’s Chinatown is the largest in the United States. It is located in one of the oldest neighborhoods in Manhattan, and was founded in the late 1870’s by Chinese immigrants. The most prominent part of Chinatown is Canal Street. This may be an exaggeration, but almost anything can be bought on Canal Street. Yes Chinatown has real stores, which include an excessive amount of Chinese restaurants, but it is famous for its little stands and boutiques. Guest, visitors, and tourists spend time bargaining with the owners trying to reduce prices and make deals. From jewelry to money to even furniture, anything can be bought. In Chinatown, there is no need for a real gift shop because they litter the streets.

Chinatown is of course full of Chinese culture like on Mott Street where there is Buddhist Temple, a Chinese Community Center, and the Church of the Transfiguration, one of the oldest churches in Manhattan. Off Mott Street, running between Pell Street and Chatham Square, this street features an unusual 90-degree turn. The merchants built it crooked, according to legend, so that the straight-flying ghosts couldn't move through it.

Continuing on the wonderful entertainment to be seen by visiting New York, take a stroll down to Madam Tussaud’s Wax Museum, another great addition to Times Square. This place is in a league of its own, featuring the most realistic looking wax figures you will ever see. From Neil Armstrong to Michael Jordan to Princess Diana, this museum features some of the most recognizable faces in the world. Any visitor will be astounded, thinking at times that what stand before his eyes is the real deal and not just a replica. One word of advice if this shall be a stop on a tour: bring a camera. Nobody would believe these figures without photographic proof. Madame Tussaud’s is a must see.

In another shift of direction, New York City is full of parks. But the most popular and famous has to be to Central Park. People try to down talk Central Park, but it really is a beautiful place. Central Park used to be 843 acres of swampy, muddy terrain. But now the park is referred to as “a green oasis in the great concrete, high-rise landscape of New York City.” What people don’t know is that the entire park is man-made. But after one visit, all thoughts of the fact that the park was constructed are forgotten after becoming lost in its splendor. After a long day of exploring the city, this is a place just to sit on a bench and kick back, watch kids play, watch birds and ducks, or just take a nap. What a park!

Into business, stocks, or commerce? Well then once again, New York does it all. Visit Wall Street to see the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE). Just don’t try to talk to anyone because the people in this building are always hustling and bustling. Some scream with excitement over gaining riches, while others cry over their losses. It’s really an amazing sight. Plus there are plenty of records to explore; the building is over 200 years old.

For those future scientist out there, come visit the American Museum of Natural History. It has anthropology, zoology, paleontology, and physical science. The exhibits look like masterpieces. But it’s the diversity that makes the place wonderful. How many museums are there that have culture and dinosaur fossils? And since the museum has been in the city since 1869, there is more than enough history to occupy any visitor for days.

Now during Christmas season, there are two places that the whole world wants to visit. First would be Rockefeller Center to see the lighting of the Rockefeller tree. Now of course there is much more to see there, but the tree is phenomenal. Standing almost 100 feet tall and almost 40 feet wide, it is truly a grandiose sight. Also, bring ice skates because Rockefeller Center has one of the best rinks in the world. I guarantee it.

The second place to visit is Radio City Music Hall. The Radio City Christmas Spectacular is just what is says, spectacular. The Rockettes and Santa help put on a stupendous show. There are people who come to see the show every year. It’s just that good. Many other events go on at Radio City throughout the year of course such as music award shows, but Christmas is when the real party begins.

Now everyone knows that New York City is full of huge buildings we call skyscrapers. They are absolutely everywhere. But besides the precious twin towers that NYC lost, there is also the Empire State Building. Now a name like that cannot be forgotten because it shares the name of the nickname of the State. The building shall always remain a part of history because it was built during the Great Depression. The building stands 102 stories high, which in my opinion, is pretty big.

Now, the topic of utmost importance: the nightlife. How can someone visit New York and not go out and night? It is called the city that never sleeps for a reason. There are plenty of clubs to visit. I am not just talking about dance clubs either. There are comedy clubs, poetry clubs, jazz clubs, lounges, pool halls, and much more. But the best clubs without a doubt are the dance clubs. The people in these clubs could be visiting from anywhere possible. New York has the best night life in the world.

But if going to a club is not on the roster, then just walk through the boroughs at night. Contrary to popular belief, it is really quite pleasant. Plus, people are always performing on the street. There might be break dancers, or singers. There could be a random guitarist or someone doing freestyle. The artists are fantastic. The caricatures that they can create leave people breathless. Now besides going to specific places, there are plenty of communities to just explore. Chinatown is not the only one of its kind. There is also Little Italy. For everything Italian, it’s a must see. Following suit there is also Harlem, Spanish Harlem, and other little communities as such. Take a trip down to SoHo, the Village, or Hell’s Kitchen. Words cannot describe what can be seen. People are not afraid to be themselves, whatever that may be.

I’m sorry I can’t explain all New York City has to offer. If I did, this would become a non-fiction novel. But I hope I have convinced whoever is concerned to come visit NYC if for nothing else, at least curiosity. It really is a beautiful, wonderful place that is on its own plateau.

But the last thing that needs to be known is to take a bus into the city. This may seem random but it is actually very important. Taking a bus is probably the cheapest way to get to New York. It is also a way to see various things to build up the anticipation of seeing the city. But the best part is all of the different kinds of people that will be encountered during the bus rides. So many languages will be spoken all at once. It’s amazing. Driving is just a horrible idea because of tolls, gas, and all kinds of other issues. PATH trains may be fast, but they are dull and dirty. Buses are just so much cozier for the money. After relaxing on the best ride, all of one’s energy can be used on exploring the previously mentioned places as well as many more. So I don’t know how loud I have be scream it, but the point is…COME TO NEW YORK CITY!

Throughout the Andy Warhol Museum, visitors will see the collection of over 4,000 works by Warhol. Included in this collection are paintings, sculpture, prints, photographs, and drawings, as well as videotapes and film. The Andy Warhol Museum is considered to be one of the most comprehensive sing-artist museums in the world not only because of the detailed collections on exhibit, but also because of the extensive archives of documents surrounding Warhol's life.

Every detail of Warhol's life has been documented in one form or another and has become an attraction to many who tour through the museum. Warhol is well known for the transformation of contemporary art and the Andy Warhol Museum displays this transformation in ways most museums can never accomplish.

The Andy Warhol Museum offers special accommodations for groups of 10 or more individuals. Groups will receive a one-hour tour with discussions about specific works customized to the interest of the group. An Artist/Educator is available to offer interpretation of Warhol's art to the group. The artists also offer diverse explanations and innovative ideas about the art shown during the tour.

Admissions to the Andy Warhol Museum range from $5 for children and students, to $10 for adults. Contact the Andy Warhol Museum at 412-237-8300 for more information on single or group admissions and any other questions about the museum.

Whether you have a great understanding of contemporary art or you're just curious about it, the Andy Warhol Museum can offer an experience for everyone based upon the works of one individual.

The best place to visit is one like Station Square, where you can find almost everything in one stop. Whether you're looking for entertainment, shopping, dining or sightseeing, Station Square is just the place to serve you. Station Square is located next to the river and also near the Fountain at Bessemer Court.

The restored railroad building houses the Freight House Shops where you can shop at over 20 unique stores. Here you'll find souvenirs from Pittsburgh, wine, cigars, toys, clothing and much more. Take the kids for a ride on the Station Square Express train and enjoy the trip as it takes you for a ride around the Freight House Shops. The Station Square Express departs from in front of the Crossing Court Food Court.

Station Square is also the home of the Chevrolet Amphitheater where you can enjoy popular musical concerts, food and music festivals as well as a wide selection of special events. If this isn't enough to keep you busy, take a ride on the Gateway Clipper Fleet of riverboats and tour the three rivers.

If you're interested in something a little more subdued, take a Horse and Carriage Ride around Station Square and experience life before the automobiles. Another tour available is the Just Ducky Tours that leave from Station Square. These tours offer a trip through Pittsburgh in a vintage World War II vehicle that is capable of going from land to water.

Station Square offers a variety of individual and family activities that will let you make the trip a full day adventure.

The Sandcastle Waterpark offers as much fun and entertainment for adults as well as kids. Located on the Monongehela River 12 miles southeast of Pittsburgh, the Sandcastle Waterpark offer the world's largest hot tub, wading pools and a stream for inner tubing.

If you're interested in more excitement, try out the fourteen water slides with a mixture of turning, plunging, twisting and churning. Sandcastle Waterpark's newest attraction is the Blue Tubaluba slides. Two 450-foot long rides take riders through waterfalls, total darkness and other water excitement before the riders land in a 4-foot deep pool. Other attractions include Thunder Run, Boardwalk Blaster, Mon Tsunami, Tubers Tower, and the major exiting Lightning Express. Sandcastle Waterpark's Lightning Express slides are designed for speed with the tower standing 60 feet high and the chutes running for 250 feet.

After a day of entertainment on the slides, adults can enjoy an evening at The Sandbar, Sandcastle's nightclub for those 21 years of age and older. Sandcastle's Waterpark Sandbar is open on Friday and Saturday evenings with entertainment varying from a live DJ, live entertainment, radio broadcasts, beer specials and a buffet. Admission varies dependent on the time of entering the Sandbar and valid photo identification is required.

Take time to relax while shopping the gift shops playing in the arcade. A food court offers a solution to lunch. When you need an additional break from the water, take a cruise on the Formula One Speedway. The Sandcastle Waterpark is a great place to spend the day with family and friends while enjoying exciting water slides and a relaxing atmosphere.

Located in Pittsburgh's "Golden Triangle", the Point State Park is a regular attraction for many tourists entering the city. Visitors can walk along the riverfront to overlook areas that offer a fantastic view of Pittsburgh's bridges, hillsides, and waterways.

Among the favorite attractions at Point State Park, tourists are attracted to the 150-foot tall fountain located at the headwaters of the Ohio River. The fountain is operated daily from 7:30 am to 10:00 pm when weather permits during the spring, summer and fall. Over 800,000 gallons of water cycle through the fountain's system when it is operating. Although the circular basin of the fountain is 200 feet in diameter, the size isn't the main attraction for visitors. When operating, the fountain displays water in shapes known as peacock tails that are lit with white and gold lights.

Point State Park also displays numerous point of historical interest with 23 monuments, markers and plaques that can be located throughout the park. Each marker or plaque describes events, places and people of historic importance. While strolling through the Point State Park, you'll have the opportunity to view the permanent exhibit, the Music Bastion, which reveals part of the original foundation of Fort Pitt. The Fort Pitt Museum is housed in the Monongahela Bastion and shows the history of the frontier period as well as offers many displays and exhibits which describe the historical impact of the area. Other attractions at the Point State Park include the Fort Pitt Blockhouse and the Royal American Regiment.

Point State Park is accessible for people with disabilities at the main park entrance, rest rooms, water fountains and the riverfront wharf walkway. For more information on accessibility or on attractions at Point State Park, contact the park office at 888-PA-PARKS.

You don't have to be a Pittsburgh Pirates fan to enjoy the history and excitement of standing inside the PNP Park. Known for the spectacular view of downtown Pittsburgh and the Allegheny River just over 430 feet away, the PNP Park draws many visitors through it's beautifully designed archways to a public area of shops, restaurants and a Pirates Hall of Fame.

Known as the smallest ballpark in the major league with the longest distance just over 410 feet, PNP Park offers slightly over 38,000 seats for the fans of this 115 year old relationship between the Pirates and Pittsburgh. This park is the first park since 1953 to offer two decks of seating that includes 60 luxurious suites, a steak house, picnic area and several retail shops for its followers. The odd shape of PNP Park has become an attraction for many visitors. PNP Park is able to boast about offering great seating for all its fans with seats behind home plate that are only 50 feet away and baseline seats are only 45 feet away.

Tours of PNP Park will take you through the Field Level where you can walk along the warning track of the outfield. Visit the Service Level, which includes the Umpire's lounge and the clubhouse of the Pirates. From there, you go onto the Main Concourse, which is the main access for seating in the park. PNP Park tours also include tours of the Suite and Club Levels as well as the Press Box. PNP Park has become known for being a small park that serves the Pittsburgh fans in a big fashion.

Groups and individuals can arrange a tour of PNP Park by calling 412-325-4700. PNP Park tour times vary depending on the Pirate's home game schedule.

There are only six aquarium and major zoo combinations in the country, and the Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium is one of those. Open every day of the year except New Year's Day, Christmas and Thanksgiving, the zoo has become home for thousands of animals, including 32 threatened or endangered species.

The Pittsburgh Zoo has an amazing area for kids that has been ranked among the top three children's zoos in the country. The children's zoo offers walk-through areas, a sea lion pool and an Animal Connections Playgound. The Pittsburgh Zoo also has interactive displays and unique animal exhibits to expand the interest of children in animals. The Pittsburgh Zoo isn't just for kids, but for people of all ages. Visit the regal Siberian tigers or the endangered snow leopard while touring through the Asian Forest. Or, maybe you prefer the African Savanna offered at the Pittsburgh Zoo. In the African Savanna, you can see the black rhinos, zebras, lions and other African animals as they roam around their 16 acres.

Also offered at the Pittsburgh Zoo is the Tropical Forest Complex, Bears, Cheetah Valley and the PPG Aquarium which opened in June 2000. The Aquarium is 45,000 square feet that serves as the home to more than 4,000 animals including stingrays, the electric eel, penguins and other exotic fish and animals. The Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium has numerous displays including the Pennsylvania Waters Exhibit, a 100,000 gallon tank with fish and sharks, and Stingray Tunnel which serves as an educational exhibit that children can crawl through while sting rays swim beside them.

A trip to the Pittsburgh Zoo and PPG Aquarium will prove not only entertaining, but also educational for the young and old alike. The zoo is handicapped accessible and offers an open-air tram. Groups are welcome, but need to make reservations at least two weeks prior to the tour date. Whether traveling as a family or as a group, the Pittsburgh Zoo is an attraction that is unbelievable and deserves a full day of your time.

So, you have to plan a trip for your company to go to Fayetteville to have a corporate meeting for all the bigwigs in your company, if there was ever a time you needed to shine, this is it.

How do you plan travel, hotel, events, and more on a limited budget? Let US Coachways help you with the travel arrangements and you can insure that your fellow event attendees arrive in comfort and style. If you are thinking traveling by bus is one of those bouncy-riding, hard-seated, glorified school buses, think again; US Coachways has a fleet of buses for you to choose from that will allow your event attendees to travel in comfortable climate controlled buses complete with bathroom facilities and comfy, reclining, upholstered seating for up to 60 passengers in the larger buses.

Your charter bus will bring your group to your hotel and when it is time for your corporate event, your US Coachways bus will be ready and waiting to take you and your group to your event.

After your corporate event, schedule a golf game for your event attendees. Fayetteville has some of the best golfing in the Nation and no need to worry about golf equipment, most public courses rent clubs and shoes for a very reasonable rate. If you have history buffs in your group, make sure to schedule a stop by the Cool Springs Street Tavern and you can see where the American Revolutionaries gathered to sign the Declaration of Independence from Great Britain.

Let US Coachways take the headache out of planning your corporate travel. Everyone can travel in style and arrive relaxed, comfortable and ready for a great time.

Are you planning a corporate event in Eugene? Whether it is a fun casino night to raise monies for a special cause, a gathering for your upper management, a sales meeting or other important gathering; let US Coachways take the headache out of the traveling for you.

Casino nights can be used to raise money while everyone is having fun dressing up and looking sharp. Your charter bus can arrange to have everyone picked up at their hotel rooms looking their finest and arrive in comfort and style at their destination.

If you're having a meeting for upper management or your sales staff, whether it is a large gathering or small, there is a size bus to accommodate your needs. US Coachways has buses that hold small groups comfortably as well as larger groups of up to 60 people complete with soft, comfy chairs and restroom facilities.

For a real treat after the corporate event, arrange to have your group taken to the Pearl Day Spa where your group can enjoy a relaxing massage, sauna and leave feeling relaxed and peaceful for the trip home.

A corporate event doesn't have to just be a trip to a large venue and then leaving, take a little time to schedule a side trip as a treat for your fellow employees, it makes traveling less stressful and when the corporate event goes this smoothly from start to finish, who shines brighter than you?

If you're planning a corporate event in Durham, don't sweat arranging how to get there. US Coachways has buses that can hold small groups in case only upper management is attending, all the way to 40-60 people that can ride comfortably in climate-controlled interiors. Reclining seats and bathroom facilities are installed so no one has to wait until the next exit. The seats themselves are soft and very comfortable for a city-to-city or state-to-state jaunt, no one will arrive still and sore from the ride.

No matter when your event is scheduled, day or night. US Coachways can arrange to have your group arrive at any time; they work on your schedule. Your charter bus can drop everyone off at your hotel and arrange to pick you up and take you to your corporate event, everyone will arrive on time and after your corporate event is over, arrange for your fellow employees to do a little sight-seeing in Durham.

Durham is a town that was built by the tobacco industry. It has a lot of great old architecture all around the city and be sure to take a drive by the Duke Homestead where the Duke family and young Doris Duke inherited the family's 80-million dollar estate when she was 12-years old. One of the best pastimes in Durham nearly all year round is golf. There are a good number of courses of take your fellow employees on, whether you only have time for a fast game of 9-holes or a full afternoon of 18-holes of golf.

Durham is a great destination for your next corporate event and US Coachways can carry you there in style and comfort.

When visiting Dickinson on your charter bus, be prepared to hit the ground running. There is a lot to see and do.

Transportation is usually one of the biggest snags when you're planning a corporate event in another city. It can cost an arm and a leg to arrange for taxis to pick everyone up from the airport and get them to the hotel rooms you've arranged and then later to the corporate event, those fees can add up quickly. Additionally, if you've opted for the more economical way of traveling, by bus, you will soon find that all buses are not created equal. Many lines have little more than glorified school buses. They are bouncy, too hot in the summer and too cold in the winter and just aren't a great ride.

That's where US Coachways can help you. Their buses are so comfortable you may have a rough time talking your fellow corporate event attendees into leaving the bus for the hotel room. The seats are soft, padded and reclining. There are VCRs available as well as radio, cassette, and CD players. DVD players are even available in many models. Bathrooms are installed in the buses to make traveling from city to city or state to state even more convenient and the climate controlled environment assures you will have a comfortable ride all the way to your destination.

Once you get to Dickinson and you attend your corporate event, you may want to arrange some other events for your fellow employees to attend. Dickinson has a fantastic 9-hole golf course that is perfect for a fast game of golf.

Take the headaches out of planning your corporate event transportation, let US Coachways take care of the driving and have a great time visiting Dickinson on your next corporate event.

If you have been handed the torch to plan your company's next corporate gathering, it can be nerve wracking to plan travel, accommodations, food and fun for a large group of people. Not only that, people that you work with generally won't hesitate to tell you if they have a less than stellar time due to your planning.

So you want to shine brightly for your good planning, let US Coachways help you with the travel arrangements. They have a huge fleet of buses that service the entire United States from coast to coast and they can accommodate any size group from very small with just a few attendees to a very large corporate gathering with hundreds of attendees. The largest charter buses can handle 45-60 passengers and they have high back reclining seats, VCR/monitors, some come with DVD, bathrooms, AM/FM, cassette, and CD players as well as a PA System for any announcements or other group speaking that you wish to do on the ride in. The buses are all completely climate controlled so your fellow event attendees will never be too hot or too cold.

If you're looking for something to do while you're in Dayton when your corporate gathering is completed. Check out the Riverscape. There are a number of boardwalks around the Great Miami River and you can walk, rent paddleboats or indulge in the fun and excitement of a duck tour which is a tour of a land and water area in an amphibious vehicle.

One word of warning, your corporate event planning will probably go so smoothly you'll probably be asked to do it again next year, remember US Coachways when you are ready to plan your next event!

Whether it is for the CEOs next birthday or you have a large corporate meeting of all your top managers, if you're meeting in Columbus for your next corporate event, you can make everyone's transportation to and from the event a lot easier by utilizing the services of US Coachways charter bus division.

You can arrange to have your event attendees picked up at the airport, hotel or other venue and have them brought to your corporate event, whether it is held in the day or night. Your charter bus driver will make sure everyone arrives on time. Charter buses have come a long way from the basically old converted, uncomfortable school buses you might remember. US Coachways buses are climate controlled with soft, cushy, comfortable seats.

If you want to show your corporate event attendees something a little off the beaten path during their visit to Columbus; arrange to have them brought to The Columbus Santa Maria which is an exact replica of the original that was part of the three (the Nina and the Pinta being the other two) ships that discovered America with one Mister Christopher Columbus. You can see up close and personal how sailors lived on these ships for months upon months at a time.

Take the stress out of your next corporate event by letting US Coachways handle the transportation. Add a side trip in if you have the time and make your next corporate trip to Columbus a fun one.

Is your next corporate gathering due to be in Columbia, South Carolina? If you're feeling overwhelmed and you aren't sure how you can get so many people to arrive at the same time without spending an arm and a leg on taxis and other transportation fees, check out how much a charter bus can do for your corporate event planning. In most cases, one or two large corporate buses can more than handle the job of shuttling your fellow attendees to your corporate event.

You can effortlessly arrange to have your attendees brought directly from their hotels to the place you have planned your corporate event. Whether it is to be held in the day or night, your US Coachways driver can make sure everyone arrives comfortably and on time. The weather is almost always stellar in Columbia, and if you have time during your gathering, try to schedule a golfing trip at one of Columbia's many golf courses. Most will allow you to rent clubs at a very reasonable rate and South Carolina is known for its fantastic golfing.

If you have history buffs in your group, arrange your charter bus to stop off at the Archives and History Center which has a large and very unique collection of hand written records from the time Columbia was simply a very small English colony circa 1600s.

Corporate event planning to Columbia can be fun and you can even arrange for after the event fun when you use US Coachways as your choice of transportation for your next event.

If you would have a hard time choosing between getting hit with a big stick or planning a corporate event in Cleveland for your company, you're not alone. Many people define planning corporate events as a stressful event, especially arranging transportation in other cities and that's where US Coachways comes in. US Coachways can eliminate the stress for picking up and delivering your staff to whatever venue you've planned your corporate event at. Whether it is a hotel or a restaurant or a private hall, US Coachways has drivers who know the area and can get your employees there on time.

Do something a little different; enjoy yourself when planning this corporate gathering. The hard part is taken care of by US Coachways. You simply plan your times, dates, and destinations for the driver and everything else will be done for you. Your corporate event attendees will be arriving in the ultra-comfortable charter buses. There is a charter bus for every size event. So, you won't need to worry about renting multiple buses for your event, in many cases one or two large charter buses will accommodate everyone you need to arrive in style.

When your corporate event is over and you still have time while you're in Cleveland, charter a bus to take you and your fellow employees to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. This fun venue opened its doors in 1986 and is a dramatically styled glass and steel pyramid. Check out the memorabilia from the humble Cub Scout Uniform shirt worn by one Mister Jim Morrison to one of Madonna's famous bustiers.

Planning a corporate event can be as enjoyable as the event itself, make your task a little easier and leave the driving to US Coachways.

If Cincinnati is your next destination for your next corporate event, you can save yourself a lot of time and headaches by utilizing US Coachway's fleet of charter buses that are always ready when you are. You can arrange to have your fellow employees picked up at the hotel and shuttled to wherever you have planned your corporate event. The drivers that US Coachways uses are professional and knowledgeable and you can rest assured everyone will make the event on time and arrive in comfort and style. US Coachways has a full line of charter buses to accommodate any size corporate event.

If you have some free time to kill in Cincinnati after your corporate event, take your crew to the Zoo and Botanical Gardens. The animals are living in realistic habitats and not cages and if you happen to make your stop during the early morning or later afternoon hours, the animals will be a lot more lively. An interesting side note to pass along is this zoo has had more gorilla births than any other zoo in the U.S.

Another fun destination for your charter bus to take your fellow employees after the event, is to plan a long lunch or dinner on the BB Riverboats. You can dine and even discuss business while you cruise with a fantastic view of Cincinnati's skyline.

Planning a corporate event can be a major headache and more people avoid planning them as much as they can, but with US Coachways helping you, they make corporate event planning a breeze!

Welcome the capital of the world! New York City is the most diverse city in the world. It is a melting pot, overflowing with cultures as well as customs from all over the world. Anything and everything can be found in New York City and so it is tough just to find key places to go.

But of course with all of the restaurants, stores, shows, studios, landmarks, as well as attractions, there would be a price to pay. So many tourists and workers drive to the city and try to get their work done. However, especially for tourists, this idea never truly works. The parking lots are $20 for five hours, so when parking spaces on the streets are found, someone needs to go back to the spot after every hour or two and that is if the person is lucky enough to find a parking spot.

There is an easy way to solve this problem. Many people are now using public transportation to get around New York City. These people use taxis, path trains, buses, water taxis, and the subways.

When traveling around New York City, one question that should never run through your mind is “Where should I go?” There is so much to do in the city that if that question runs through your mind, then you should not even be visiting it. The most important thing to have when traveling anywhere is to have an open-mind. If you remain nit-picky then you will end up going to places you can go to in your hometown.

Since almost every single thing in New York City can be a tourist attraction, I have broken it down to 13 hot-spots. Each one is family-friendly and unique and can only be found in New York City.

I. South Street Seaport
South Street Seaport is must-see for everyone. It is located in Manhattan’s Historic Waterfront and has everything for the whole family with over 100 shops, including Anne Taylor and Abercrombie and Fitch, as well as over 35 cafes along with restaurants. If everyone is over the age of 21, you can visit either one of the two breweries or an Irish pub. South Street Seaport also is home of a world-class maritime museum as well as breath-taking views of Brooklyn. Since the traffic is heavy plus the scenic, it is best to carpool to South Street Seaport. New York City tourist buses are a popular way to get to Seaport because you get a tour guide as well as open seating on the bus roof to expose you to the elements of New York City.

II. New York University
New York University is a growing university. Its popularity is rising and so to keep up with the demand, the campus is teeming with restaurants witha student’s budget in mind. Since the students are diverse in race, the food must appeal to their palette. You can find Indian, Greek, Chinese, Caribbean, Italian, Mexican, Japanese, French, in addition to many others. You can also visit the university itself. The libraries are some of the best of their kind and some branches of the university have one day classes for non-students. Since the downtown Manhattan area is usually immersed in traffic, the best way to get around is a bus because with a trained driver who knows the streets of NYC better than you, the tourist, you will be cutting at least twenty minutes off of your delays.

III. Ground Zero
One of the most solemn sites in New York City is Ground Zero. The area has been cleared of debris and the only thing built on the land is a temporary PATH station. The station is a tribute to those who died during the September 11th attack. The walls are made of a fence, so the site can be entirely seen. This site must be visited even if just for solemn respects. Since the area is packed and
many police personnel are around the area, it is very hard to get parking around Ground Zero. Yet if using a bus, the bus company usually makes arrangements with the city so that they can get parking permits. This way, you can actually get out of your car instead of driving slowly past the site.

IV. Brooklyn Bridge
Brooklyn Bridge, a place of memories, has been known as a place where to make proposes or make important decisions on the bridge. The Bridge has also been set as important background for blockbuster hits. The Brooklyn Bridge is almost directly above South Street Seaport, which makes it convenient for tourists on the go. The Brooklyn Bridge is a place where important memories are made and with its wonderful skyline shimmering from the setting sun, it is a perfect ending to a perfect outing in New York City. Taking a bus to the Brooklyn Bridge is such a huge advantage to rather taking your own car. You do not have to worry about paying for the toll and you also get a tour guide telling you tidbits of information about the structure itself.

V. Chinatown (Manhattan and Flushing)
Bustling streets with the smell of raw fish in the air, stores the size of a walk-in-closet, and vegetable stands on every corner; this is Chinatown. Although there are three Chinatowns in New York City, the main focused ones are the one in Flushing and the most popular one in Downtown Manhattan. Going to Chinatown is like visiting China itself. It has authentic Chinese cuisine as well as Chinese merchandise such as imported DVDs and CDs, Chinese clothing, medicines, toys, and plants. Chinatown is definitely a paradise for all those Asian together with those seeking out things unique. Just like China, traffic is horrific in Chinatown. Parking is murder and there is no way to navigate around the area if you have never been there before. On the other hand, with a tour bus, you get a skilled New York driver, as well as a tour guide who knows the area, so you can get your money’s worth.

VI. St. Mark’s Place
In the East Village, there is nestled a place where all types of people come together to shop, eat, and hang out. Inexpensive restaurants, tattoo shops, and interesting finds are all over St. Mark’s Place. One of the most popular and interesting places in St. Mark’s Place is the Dumpling Man. Home-made Dumplings and even hand crushed snow ice are specialties in the dumpling shop. Since St. Mark’s Place is not very “touristy”, it gives tourists a real feeling of being a New Yorker. Although in the heart-land of Alphabet City, St. Mark’s Place is tough to get around. Parking is not easy to find and restaurants are not always as good as they appear to be. With a tour guide and “personal” driver, you can get around one of New York’s most posh areas easily.

VII. United Nations
Although not truly a part of New York City or even a part of the UnitedStates, the United Nations is one of the most visited places in the world. In the United Nations, world leaders from all over the world come and discuss international matters. In United Nations, one can tour around the many Council chambers, the main assembly hall, as well as the many exhibits and art pieces in the U.N. A trip to the U.N. is a once in a lifetime opportunity so definitely one should seize the moment the opportunity is open. The area around the United Nations is truly mesmerizing. With a tour bus you can truly see the architecture of New York City better than a five and half foot high car.

VIII. The Angelica
Located in the heart of SoHo, The Angelica is truly the New York City movie theater experience. The Angelika is the most popular of independent movie theaters in New York City and with its wide selection of movies and its beautiful interior, it attracts many New York crowds, ranging from girls in tutus to men wearing dresses. But the Angelika experience is not the ornate Moorish interior design, or the people who come to visit, nor is it the movies the theater shows. It is the location of the theater. The theater was built directly above active subway tracks, so during a movie, you will many a time feel the rumbling of the floor and hear the horns of a train. When in smack dab in the middle of SoHo, one can easily get lost in the huge crowd. A tourist could only hope not getting lost and furthermore finding himself in Brooklyn. Since bus companies have tourists in mind, they make sure that their safety is on top of their list and they make sure, no one lost or left behind.

IX. Bronx Zoo
Lions, tigers, and bears too normal, Oh My! The Bronx Zoo houses homes to rhinoceroses, snow leopards, pythons, exotic monkeys and birds, nocturnal bats, secretive insects, among hundreds of other creatures. The Zoo also has a Bug Carousal, as well as a monorail going through different animal habitats. Through exhibits and specialized classes, the Bronx Zoo has been educating the public about animal safety awareness for over half a century. And with your admission fee, the Bronx Zoo uses the money to help spread the word for preserving natural animal habitats. The Bronx is a tough place to travel to, especially from Manhattan. Only with a bus driver who knows New York well, a tourist does not need to think about the way to and back. All they have to do is sit along
with watch the scenery of the world.

X. Yankee Stadium
Located in the Bronx, one of the most popular sites in New York City is the Yankee Stadium. The home of the best baseball team in the world, The Yankees are winners of 28 World Series. The Stadium is just as impressive. Its first purpose was a place to play and defeat the Red Sox and its purpose today is to still show who the better team is. Even if you cannot make a Yankee game, tours are available in Yankee Stadium. Tours are available in three categories, each a few dollars more expensive than the other, but higher the price the more stops the tour makes thus equally a more unique the tour. Love them or hate them, the Yankees are world-famous in addition their stadium is a place to be in NYC for any baseball or sports fan. With a popularity of The Yankees, it is hard to get to the stadium even if there is not a game. So to get rid of the traffic in the highway, there are confusing roadways to get to the Stadium. A tourist can get easily lost and intimidated by the traffic, so once again an experienced driver comes in handy.

XI. Time Square
Time Square is probably one of the most recognizable scenes in the world. With giant steaming Cup of Noodles, to giant televisions, Time Square is definitely the flashiest place in New York City. It main street, Broadway, is one of the most celebrated and probably the most-known street in the world. While driving through Broadway, you will see entrances to musicals and plays, yet Broadway is not only home to hit plays and musicals, on the contrary it is also home to first-class restaurants, giant toy stores, mega record stores, as well as television studios and naked cowboys. Because
of everything to see, exploring Time Square is more than a full day affair, yet setting apart a couple of days surely is worth the visit. Time Square is always speckled with tour buses. Because of the traffic, buses barely move. However tourists do not usually complain, considering, they get to look around Time Square for a couple of minutes. In contrast in a car, sightseeing is hard to do with small tinted windows and a roof three inches above your head.

XII. Empire State Building
Opened to the public in 1931, the Empire State Building is now the biggest building in New York City, the Empire State building has many attractions for tourists to take part in. On the 86th floor, tourists can partake in breath-taking views in The Observatory. In The Observatory, you may be just like Meg Ryan or Tom Hanks and possibly make a fateful encounter with a special person. However other than The Observatory, there are also two restaurants, a sushi bar, three cafes, a post office, card shop, two banks, as well as a drug store in the building. Not only are there multiple stores and restaurants in the Empire State Building, but there also is an operated helicopter simulator and virtual reality movie theater as well as art exhibits in the lobby. With all these attractions in the Empire State Building is definitely not something a tourist would have thought for it to have been. Getting around midtown Manhattan is hard because of all the commuters going to and fro. Taking the wrong turns in the city is like a death sentence and it can result is staying in a street for twenty minutes. Staying on schedule is easily achieved when taking the bus because buses move on time and all routes are planned out. Since the area was studied, the drivers know the trouble spots of the area and knowing this, they avoid them, getting to attractions quickly.

XIII. Central Park
The biggest park in New York City, Central Park stretches 843 acres, which is about 6% of Manhattan. It is filled with ponds, giant rocks estimated to be thousands of years old, restaurants in the surrounding the area, trails, a carousal, and statue of a dog hero and timeless literary work. One of its most popular residents of Central Park is one of the most popular art museums in the world, the Metropolitan Museum of Art. Central Park is an oasis in a bustling city and it provides relaxation from touring all about the urban jungle. If you are not interested in nature, there are also concerts, including festivals during the year. Taking a bus to Central Park definitely relieves anxiety. One can easily get lost in such a large park, yet a trained bus driver knows the way. Nevertheless while being driven around, you also get the chance to make acquaintances. When sitting next to a person who is also traveling to a new land, it is made easy to make small talk. When in a car, your only companion is a radio and your steering-wheel.

Do not think that these thirteen are the only places you should visit in New York City. The city is so big that not every attraction can be written down, so just some of the unique attractions were reported on, and many more can be found through travel books or the internet.

Furthermore the most important lesson to learn is that a bus should be used when touring city. If you do not know the area, then you will not fully appreciate your trip as much as you would have been if you took a bus. Less traffic, less stress, and more sightseeing are just a few reasons you should take buses. Feeling independent is never a good characteristic when visiting a new place.

New York City, a lively and bustling town, is waiting for more to explore.

This is a true place for those that want to study United States Army History. Behind these walls, an entire history of the United States Army is preserved. Library, archive, and photo collections are available for serious study or browsing, for both military and civilian personnel.

The Military Institute is extremely well organized, and allows for mail-in inquiries. You may want to be on the lookout for a fee for the service. The information you can expect to find is well worth any minimal fee attached. The Army Heritage and Lecture Center provides a series of public lectures that are world class. You can expect to leave quite knowledgeable about the dimensions of general leadership, strategic leadership, and the fighting institutions that have constituted historical land power.

Be sure and check the dates and times these highly informative lectures are held. The Unites States Army Museum, which is a supporting branch of the U.S. Army Heritage and Education Center, is a journey through the archives of military history. The center exhibits and preserves the U.S. Army artifacts of the men and women who have served throughout history. The Institute is always willing to further its broad knowledge of Army Military History, and offers a grant program that facilitates this lofty goal. If you are at the graduate or postgraduate level-you may find this to be a challenging and rewarding endeavor. Be sure and inquire about the Application for Advanced Research Support.

Here in the Institute, there is an extraordinary collection and archive of the brilliant minds, past and present, which have sustained and led the country through the most challenging and tumultuous times. No doubt, when you search the archives of your own life and mind-you will have considered it an honor to have spent a brief moment in their honored presence.

Lehigh Valley Hospital in Allentown, hosts this magnificent sculpture garden-which is one of the most beautiful in the country. This beautiful work of outdoor creativity-is the nation's largest work of art in a health setting. The works of Philip and Muriel are legendary, and encompass what seems to be an endless variety of paintings and sculptures created over a lifetime.

Their collective works are a celebration of life, and the essence of what they lived and expressed can be seen in these livid and thought provoking works in the Sculpture Park. This is truly a pleasant stroll and quality time spent, which will invoke thoughts of awe and respect for the entire creative process.

Make it a point to read up on the lives of these two dynamic individuals. It will provide a much deeper insight and respect for the works seen and experienced in the Sculpture Park. Every shape and line of their sculptured art-is a historic marker of the journey their lives took. You can even imagine being with them throughout the entire process, from beginning to end. One can even imagine that the hospital itself, and the care and services provided; are somehow enhanced by this explicit display of beauty on the hospital grounds.

Go prepared for this experience. It will not take long to walk through the Park. But, it will truly be a missed opportunity; whereby not knowing the artist-you fail to thoroughly understand and appreciate the work. Do a google search on these fascinating artists and you'll be filled with information to share on your stop at this interesting venue.

The Battle of Gettysburg marked the bloodiest battle of the Civil War. There is the small town of Gettysburg Pennsylvania, a battle raged for three days in July of 1863. The Union victory ended any hope of success for this second invasion of the North by the advancing Robert E. Lee, and his army of Northern Virginia. 51,000 soldiers were either killed, missing, captured or wounded on that day.

The Military Park exhibits over 1400 memorials and markers within nearly 6000 acres of land. It should take about four hours to cover the grounds and the exhibits. The Civil War relics at the National Park Visitor Center, house many artifacts of interest for the budding historian. You can choose to tour the battlefield park on your own, or with a guide to point out all of the highlights of the intense battle.

The tours offered are of tremendous value. You can choose between a walking or riding tour-along with an informative campfire program. If you can fit it into your schedule, plan on seeing a select living history demonstration. This will provide you with an unforgettable glimpse through the window of time. Make sure you plan your visit well ahead of time so that you can fully take advantage of all of the exhibits and historical sites. This is an unforgettable tour, and is best noted for the historical value and perspective it provides on the early and challenging times of the Nation's History. The Gettysburg National Military Park allows you to be a part of that History.

Splash Lagoon Indoor Water Park Resort is quite the splash for the entire family. Plan your reservations well ahead of time by contacting a professional event planner at the Resort. They'll be able to answer all of your questions and put together an amazing fun-filled package. This will allow you to take full advantage of the numerous party plans, events, and resort accommodations.

Within the Park, be sure and gear up for non-stop fun and excitement. The water slides are world-class attractions. The Big Kahuna and the Black Hole will leave you scrambling for more of the same. Don't let the Shark Attack take a bite out of all the fun either. When you feel a need for rest and relaxation, navigate your way over to the Pools and Hot Tubs area. Here you can relax with family or friends. The option of the Family Whirlpool or the Adult Whirlpool, is entirely your choice. You may need a little rest time for all the events just up ahead. There are plenty of fun things to see and do. You'll love the state of the art techno-wizardry at the Treasure Island Family Arcade. This is 6000 square feet of gaming fun that provides something challenging for every family member. Children, be sure and keep a close eye on your parents-they may be reluctant to leave. And if you're by yourself, there will be no restrictions on game time.

Make sure you plan the outing to spend quality time in the gift shops. There is always an assortment of attractive items that will announce to the world where you've spent a well- deserved vacation.

This beautiful complex offers great family fun with 75 rides and slides to make it a great family outing. Admission is free with plenty of available parking. There are many park rides, lives shows, gift, and souvenir shops-that makes it top notch recreational fun for the entire family. Make sure you take the Ferris Wheel early on. From there you can see almost the entire Park and Lake Erie. The view is spectacular. You can also take the L. Ruth Express. This train ride is lengthy, and you'll be able to see most of the park while comfortably sitting down.

Be sure and check the schedule to find out what time the park opens. If you are traveling from abroad, you might have a different frame of reference for your expectations of a park's opening time. The park's activities can be experienced in a four-hour period or so, but there is still plenty of time to spend the rest of the day relaxing in a beautiful and friendly environment. While the park has only one major roller coaster ride, several other rides of distinction make it a memorable experience. There are also any picnic groves surrounded by breathtaking landscapes. This park recognizes the value of an old fashioned family picnic, which of course is as much fun as any attraction the park offers.

The park is a thoroughly enjoyable experience. The employees are dedicated to leaving you with an impression that your well-being and family fun experience is job one.

This is the place to be for the sports enthusiast. Whether you arrive with family or solo, there are a lot of challenges to be found in the Sports Park. If golf is the game of choice, the place to test those skills will be a round or two of miniature golf. The Golf Dome and indoor driving range is the perfect place for those avid golfers looking to perfect their golf swing. Once you think you have got everything under control, head over to the indoor driving range and put yourself to the ultimate test. Family Sports Park also has a Pro Golf Shop located within the Golf Dome. They carry the latest in golf equipment and accessories, and the knowledgeable staff will gladly assist with any questions.

The Indoor Soccer Fieldhouse is a 100,000 square foot building, which features two regulation fields. There are plenty of adult and youth clinics/leagues to choose from that will keep you at the top of your game.

For those of you into exercise and keeping fit, make sure visit the ultra modern fitness center. You can rock climb, exercise with free weights, work with a personal trainer and more. There's something for the slam-dunk king as well within the complex. Four courts will allow you to get your game in high gear. The beautiful hardwood floors and breakaway rims inspire high-octane competition. You will also feel secure in knowing that if an injury occurs during the fun and competition, a medical facility is located within the complex-staffed by physicians, therapists, and the best in sports injury technologies. This will be a day of fun and challenges for the entire family. Make no mistake; this is a world-class establishment featuring the latest in exercise technology, equipment, and sports fun.

The Erie Zoo is a wondrous place to visit. Open year round, and home to over 300 animals, the Zoo also features an extraordinary botanical garden of hundreds of plants and flowers beautifully and gracefully woven into the unique environment. Take plenty of pictures. This is fun and beauty that you can enjoy for many years to come. The Children's Zoo offers the opportunity to experience the Zoo's friendlier animals up close and personal. The entire family will enjoy this.

The Zoo is an excellent provider of animal care, and is very keyed into wildlife issues, conservation, and public education. The American Zoo and Aquarium Association accredit the Erie Zoo. This means that the highest standards of animal care are adhered to.

The price of admission for adults is easy on the wallet, and children under 2 are not charged an admission fee. The prime season for park activities is between March 1st and October 31st. The off -season is between November 1st, and February 28th. This leaves plenty of time in between to experience the wonders of the Erie Zoo. The park opens at 10AM and closes at 5PM. During the summer, you'll have an extra hour before the park closes on Sundays to enjoy all of the sites and activities.

Fifteen acres is a lot of ground to cover. Plan to spend quality time without the thought of rushing through the Zoo. There are numerous refreshment and restroom areas for your family's convenience. Walking and the excitement of all the attractions can make the youngsters mighty hungry. The Erie Zoo is a wonderful place you'll not soon forget.

The Lake Erie Museum is one of the city's newest showpieces. Lake Erie has played a key historical role in the development of Erie. The museum itself pays homage to this long-standing tradition. Within the museum, you will find exhibits on the ecological and geological development of the Great Lakes.

And for the history buffs, there are exhibits of the War of 1812, and battle of Lake Erie. This is a fascinating walk through time. Have you ever wondered what life aboard a wooden war ship was like? The mid-section of the Lawrence has been reconstructed to solve the mystery. Be sure and take plenty of pictures for your personal archives. The museum also houses the U.S. Navy's first iron hulled ship.

And for you trivia masters, don't forget to ask how an iron hull ship is able to float in the first place. Something was figured out that changed the face of Naval Warfare forever...and the answer is right there just for the asking.

Admission prices are easy on the family budget. Call the museum ahead of time for family rates and prices of admission. The history of Erie is rich in content. The people of an era gone by-had life, movement, and being. You owe it to yourself and the family to capture a piece of that history for your very own. The staff is knowledgeable and friendly. You'll feel right at home in the Museum. Make the Lake Erie Maritime Museum a stopping point for the entire family.

If you are planning an outing to Dorney Park and Wildwater Kingdom in Allentown Pennsylvania, you're in for mighty fun times. Wildwater Kingdom hosts one of the largest collections of slides and water attractions in the country. This is family fun at its best. Be sure and buckle yourself in for the thrills of such rides as Dominator-where you can experience two thrill rides that defy gravity. On one, you'll be shot straight up 15 stories in the air before being lowered back to earth. On the other, expect to be lifted 170 feet in the air-and then suddenly thrust downward at hair-raising speeds.

If you have the stomach for it, there are other thrill rides waiting such as Hydra, Meteor, Steel Force, and Talon, hat will send you through inversions, zero gravity rolls, and corkscrew benders. This park is designed with children of all ages in mind. There is an entire Wildwater Kingdom dedicated to just the children's fun. Camp Snoopy is a popular choice that the children will not want to miss. Tot pot is a must for young children seeking their first theme park thrills.

And you can even enjoy these rides with them. Two first aid stations are centrally located within the park to ensure your family's safety. And for those little ones that may get lost, they can be easily untied with their parents or guardians with the Kid Track Program. A fine assortment of eating choices is available with everyone in the family in mind. Dine in restaurants, walk-up restaurants, special diet menus, and an area for mothers that prefer private nursing, are all provided for our visitor's convenience.

Check out the live shows and entertainment extravaganzas. The shows feature a cast of talented performers and musicians that will perform a dazzling performance of hit songs from the past right up to the present. This is great amusement and recreation for your entire entourage. Whether you're with the family, friends, a special group, a special employee/member benefits program, or just by yourself-you'll have a ton of fun and the time of your life.

Carlisle Barracks is the home of the U.S. Army War College, and is the second oldest Army Post in the country. This is an excellent opportunity to explore and learn firsthand about America's rich and historic military history. The Army's first war educational institution had its inception behind these historic walls. Any artillery enthusiast will be able to step back in time to the year 1778, and relive the exciting and early days of the nations first military school.

It was within these ancient walls with 14,000 troops-that General Washington quelled the Whiskey Rebellion of 1794. Like today, taxes were also a major concern as well for the people of those times.

There is ample time and opportunity, to tour the barracks either by car or foot, and there are numerous memorials and sites of interest that you won't want to miss. A must-see stop is the Hessian Powder Magazine Museum-which was actually a powder magazine itself. The four-foot thick walls did a good job of protecting the powder from going up in one big bang. The area in and around the barracks, also hosts one of the nations largest collections of military documents. Here you'll find photographs, letters, and books of illimitable value to historians, researchers, and the layperson alike.

The tour is free with no required reservations. And when you feel the need to rest and refresh yourself from all of the military and historical stimuli, there are numerous places in Carlisle to eat and rest. This is truly an enjoyable and unforgettable tour for the true history buff.