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Keep things fresh when you are in Asheville with a visit to the Western North Carolina Farmers Market, located on 570 Brevard Road. Stop by to look through fresh produce and even grab some lunch at one of the great dining areas if you find yourself getting hungry. There is even a neat greenhouse and nursery center where you can check out some of the prettiest and healthiest plants that you have ever seen in your life.

The very minute that you start walking around at the market, you are sure to fall in love with all of the great vendors and merchandise that you will find. If you are a person who loves crafts, you will find some truly wonderful items here including amazing things that you could buy as gifts for your friends or family. There is never any admission to the market, so you are free to walk around whenever you want and check out everything that there is to see.

The Western North Carolina Farmers Market is open all year round and seven days out of the week. The hours for the retail buildings are from 8:00AM until 6:00PM daily from April to October and from 8:00AM until 5:00PM daily from November to March. Keep in mind that this is not your normal market. The Western North Carolina Farmers Market seems to have it all. There is probably no other place that is quite like it anywhere in the United States. If you have any questions or if you would like general information, you can call (800) 735-2962.

So, Wheeling is your destination for your next corporate event. No matter if it is a gathering for 10, 20, 50 or 60 people, you can get them all there in comfort and style on one US Coachways bus.

Your US Coachways bus driver will pick up your group from whatever starting point you decide on and take you in comfort and style to your hotel or other destination in Wheeling. Once in Wheeling, if you'd like to take your corporate event attendees on a little sightseeing around town. There are a lot of venues to take in. If your bus group would like to take in some art exhibits, charter a stop at the Oglebay Institute's Stifel Fine Arts Center where your group can see exhibitions of art works, set to a backdrop of a restored mansion. Artworks Around Town is another great destination for your group; there are numerous art works by local and regional artists. For the history buffs, The West Virginia Independence Hall Museum is a restored Civil War site with a long history to share.

If you want to take your group someplace off the beaten path, charter a stop at The Kruger Street Toy and Train Museum. There are numerous restaurants to fit every taste and your US Coachways charter bus driver will be ready and waiting to take your corporate event attendees to any destination you wish in Wheeling. Let US Coachways help take the stress out of planning a corporate event. Not only will the travel arrangements be easy, but also you can plan on other stops to and make it a great corporate event for everyone!

A trip to Asheville means being able to take in all of the beauty and wonders of the surrounding environment, including all that there is at the Western North Carolina Nature Center. This place is just loaded fill of all kinds of beautiful native plants and trees that you can view and learn all about. Take a tour, stroll through nature and even see some of the great animals and critters that live at the Center location on 75 Gashes Creek Road.

Some of the animals that you may be able to see during your visit include birds, small mammals, large mammals, predatory mammals, reptiles, amphibians, fish, insects and spiders. Get a good look at a beautiful golden eagle, sit back and watch a white tailed deer, or maybe even catch a quick glimpse of a flying squirrel. Bring along the whole family or stop by with your tour group. There is just no end to the amazement that awaits you at the Western North Carolina Nature Center in Asheville.

The hours that you may stop by for a visit to the Western North Carolina Nature Center are from 10:00AM until 5:00PM every single day of the week. The last people are admitted daily at 4:30PM. Admission is only $7 for adults, $6 for seniors aged 65 and older, $3 for children ages 3 through 15 and free for kids that are 2 and under. There are regular closings on all of the major national holidays. If you have further questions or if you would like general information, you may call (828) 298-5600.

If you're next corporate event is to be in Wenatchee, you're in for a real treat. Apples are the heart of business in Wenatchee. Over half the apples sold in the United States come from Wenatchee. On your visit to Wenatchee, make sure you pick up some apples for the folks back home. When you plan a corporate event with US Coachways, the travel planning has never been easier. All you need to do is tell US Coachways where you are coming from and where you would like to go and the driver will do the rest. Your corporate event attendees will be picked up at the location of your choice and taken to the hotel or other venue in Wenatchee.

If you have some extra time in Wenatchee, make some sightseeing stops available to your corporate event group. There is the Wenatchee Valley Museum and Cultural Center for the art lovers in your group. There are fantastic displays on the local Native American cultures. For something beautiful and serene. Take your corporate attendees to Ohme Gardens. The gardens are lush and beautiful. This is a great place to see before the corporate event to get everyone relaxed and ready for business.

Your corporate event will be pulled off without a hitch when you let US Coachways take care of the traveling arrangements. Your group will ride in comfort and style. The buses are roomy and comfy with full climate controlled interiors. Most of the larger buses come complete with restroom facilities and if you want to watch VCR tapes or DVDs during the ride - you can! Getting to your corporate event is as easy as Wenatchee Apple Pie when you let US Coachways take care of the travel.

For a refreshing art stop in Asheville, there is none other than the amazing Vadim Bora Studio and Gallery. This is a great place to go with either your whole family or your entire tour group. You will be completely amazed by all of the exhibits and all of the wonderful works of art that are on display at any given time.

This great gallery setting is the work of the owner and main artist, Vadim Bora, who is known in the area to be amazingly talented. Vadim Bora comes to us from the Caucasus Mountains in Russia. It is to our advantage that he is here now to share his vision and dream of making beautiful art. You are sure to find something amazing that will catch your eye as well as spark your imagination when you visit the Vadim Bora Studio and Gallery.

If you are looking to view some truly beautiful paintings, then you are sure to benefit from a visit to this wonderful Asheville studio. Vibrant colors, thought-provoking style and amazing interpretation are just a few of the things that you will find waiting for you at the Vadim Bora Studio and Gallery. When you stop in, you are sure to get your fill of gorgeous portraits as well as great landscaping pieces and conceptual artwork.

For anyone who is really wishing to take a look into the mind of this artist, you really need to look no further than his amazing sculptures. Vadim Bora is known for pieces that will make you think as well as completely shatter any preconceived notions that you may have. When you visit his studio and gallery, you will be able to view his great architectural sculpture as well as portrait and conceptual sculptures.

New York City, one of the most beautiful and busiest cities of all time! It has many places to see and visit, activities to do, great food to eat, and many stores to SHOP at. New York is an eclectic state with friendly people, neighborhoods, and communities. There are so many sites to see, whether they are historical or just for entertainment. By the end of this essay anyone who reads this will be so amazed by what New York has to offer and will also realize that touring New York on a bus is much better than any other source of transportation. In addition to touring New York’s many neighborhoods, I am going to describe the most popular attractions that are located in New York City that are definitely worth seeing.

I want to start off with the wonderful Statue of Liberty because it is an icon for democracy. Lady Liberty held up her torch to welcome immigrants to America over a century ago. Today, you can climb 354 steps, or 22 stories, to her crown and in a way feel like you are inside her head! I know this sounds like a lot of stairs to climb, but you can also take an elevator, which may be a longer line to wait in because most people would want to take the elevator instead of enjoy the detailed walk. This vantage point offers excellent views of New York Harbor and the Manhattan Skyline. NICE Ellis Island was the gateway through which more than 12 million immigrants passed between 1892 and 1954 in their search for freedom of speech and religion, as well as economic opportunity in the United States. Ellis Island has much more historical meaning and background behind it, so if you want to know more which you should, you need to visit the museum.

Another amazing tourist site is Times Square. New Yorkers call this intersection of Broadway and 42nd Street the “Crossroads of the World.” It is the most recognized intersection on earth, especially on New Years Eve. Many people believe that Times Square is the best place to visit in New York, particularly at night because it resembles a light show, but in the daytime the variety of stores to shop in will light up your face. This site is highly recommended, you will absolutely love it!

The Empire State Building was built in 1931 in just 410 days, which to me alone would be a great reason to visit it. This skyscraper was the tallest in the world for half a century. You'll get a great view of the city from the art deco tower's observation deck.

Who would think that New York City which is filled with many people, plenty of traffic and skyscrapers, could offer visitors such an incredible natural place to relax in. The park is full of rolling meadows, trees, water bodies and stone bridges. Do you want to hear the best part about it…….it's all free. You can sunbathe on Sheep's Meadow, stroll through the Shakespeare Garden, play sports on the Great Lawn or climb up to Summit Rock, the highest point in the park. For a fee, you can visit the park's zoo, rent a boat or take a carriage ride through the park.

The Metropolitan Museum of Art is a well known art museum in New York City, which is also known as the Met. The museum houses over two million works of art ranging from Egyptian to Medieval to 20th Century. The best part about this museum is that you get to choose what price you want to pay to get in, so if you are a cheap person everything will work out alright for you!

The United Nations is a site that you certainly CAN’T miss. There are 188 nations' flags flying high above First Avenue in front of the headquarters of this international organization. Tours take you through the Security Council and General Assembly Halls. This is a historical as well as an interesting place to visit whether you are alone or with your family or friends.

The New York Stock Exchange catches many tourists’ eyes’, because you get to witness where tons of money is made and lost. From a visitor's area, you can observe the world's busiest trading floor, check stock prices on the ticker and hear the famous closing bell. Did I mention that it is the largest stock exchange in the WORLD! Now that’s wild!

The New York Botanical Garden is located in the borough of Brooklyn. The garden is home to more than 12,000 types of plants from all around the world!!! The New York Botanical Garden is one of the premiere botanical gardens in the United States. With approximately 48 different gardens and plant collections, many named for famous figures or wealthy benefactors, tourists can easily spend a day just admiring the serene cascade waterfall, wetlands, and plenty of beautiful oak , beech, cherry, birch and white ash trees, which are more than two centuries old.

The Bronx Zoo, although it’s outside Manhattan, it’s worth the trip to visit. It is the largest urban zoo in the United States and is the home to more than 7,000 species of animals. The zoo animals range from monkeys, to tigers, to lions, to penguins, to snakes, to much more. It is known to be the world’s greatest zoo, in the world’s greatest city.

You must visit the Museum of Natural History, especially if you have children. You can see the famous dinosaur halls and the most interesting and technologically advanced planetarium in the world. It is a kid-friendly place and extremely cool exhibits. You just have to visit this museum to really understand what I am talking about, it’s just GREAT!

New York is extremely famous for great deals when it comes to shopping. Times Square is a favorite when it comes to SHOPPING because it has something to offer every type of shopper and every kind of style there is! New York City is the BEST city to visit in order to find great deals on handbags, jeans, skirts, toys, music, shirts, SHOES, and sneakers. Some examples of great bargained stores are: Toys ‘R’ Us, FYE, Virgin Megastore, Foot Locker, Sketchers, Conway’s, and many more. 42nd Street has a cornucopia of stores, often with stock that you won’t find in their smaller retail outlets. If you happen to be in Times Square on the weekend, venture down to Hell’s Kitchen Flea Market on 39th between 9th and 10th Avenues for a completely different shopping experience.

The famous Cascina Ristorante restaurant serves true Italian cuisine and hospitality. Simple, yet abundant in flavor, the food features the freshest ingredients available and is made with authentic Italian preparation. In addition to serving lunch and dinner daily, Cascina offers a three-course pre-theater dinner for $24.50 and Sunday brunch.

Located in Times Square, Langan’s, offers lunch, cocktails, pre-theatre dining, dinner, a fabulous Sunday Jazz Brunch, all with a welcoming sociability. You don’t feel the need to hurry at Langan’s, you want to relax, sit back, smile, laugh, converse and enjoy Langan’s splendid cocktails.

America’s is another well-known and well-liked restaurant located in New York City. It has great food, great service, and a great atmosphere to be in. Many tourists visit this restaurant and come out completely satisfied. This restaurant is definitely one you should try. You can either go to the restaurant or order over the phone because they deliver.

The Rockefeller Center, in midtown Manhattan, is known for its big Christmas tree, ice skating in the winter, Today Show concerts, Radio City Music Hall and seemingly endless shopping and dining opportunities. The Rockefeller Center is home to NBC, the Today Show, the Saturday Night Light, Show, and the Late Night with Conan O’Brien Show. Atop the GE Building is the famous Rainbow Room, the star of which is the silver and gold room itself, complete with slowly rotating dance floor.

The Guggenheim Museum was designed by the famous architect Frank Lloyd Wright. The building is well-known for its’ spiral structure and unique museum experience. It displays modern paintings; sculptures and films rotate throughout the year at this wonderful and extremely interesting museum.

New York City is home to a wide array of famous chocolate shops, including many that make their own chocolates in New York City. Check out this list of the best chocolate shops in New York City when you're looking for gift ideas or somewhere to enjoy a sweet chocolate indulgence. They include: Kee's Chocolates, which are creamy, not-too-sweet chocolates that have different fillings inside of them; Jacques Torres Chocolates that you can witness the chocolate being made; MarieBelle Chocolates, which sell foreign chocolates that are beautiful as well as delicious, and many, many more.

Another very legendary pastime in New York City is going to see Broadway plays. Some very good plays I would recommend you to see are: Wicked, Mamma Mia, Chicago, The Lion King, Rent, Beauty and the Beast, and Hairspray. Broadway shows are very entertaining and are beautiful to watch!!!! Anyone who visits New York City should definitely take time out while they are there to watch a Broadway show.

New York City is known for many activities, but the biggest one is CLUBBING! There are various clubs in New York City that tourists, who are old enough, should try out. You could meet new people, bring your friends with you, or go just to be daring one day!

Now you may have read all these great things about New York and different places to visit on a tour, as well as a few activities to try out while in New York City, but you may be thinking, “ How will I get to tour this humongous city?” Well, the answer is quite simple….. on a tour bus! A tour bus is better than using your own car or walking in many different ways. In a tour bus there is less stress trying to figure out how you are going to park because you are not driving, so automatically there shouldn’t be any worries on your end. New York City is so big and busy parking is a definite problem. Tour buses move nice and slow so that you can enjoy what you are seeing while riding along, and stay longer at your stops when you stop to tour a specific place like The Guggenheim Museu. You don’t have to worry about buying gas with these ridiculous gas prices because again you are not driving, so it isn’t your responsibility. Last, but not least if you use a tour bus you don’t have to worry about paying tolls because….. Hey you’re good, you don’t have to pay!

In conclusion, New York City is a big place with loads to see and loads to do for all age groups! It is a place where you can enjoy yourself and the company of others, whether it is family member or a group of friends. The excitement of the city will lure people to it and continue to thrive. Hopefully, you will do the smart thing and visit the BEST city in the world, because if you don’t you may just be the only one who hasn’t experienced the greatness of NEW YORK CITY!

The Big Apple, NYC, the City That Never Sleeps, no matter what New York City is called, it is still one of the busiest and most exciting cities in the world. No matter the time or the place, there are things to do, places to go and people to see. With the immense amount of commotion and movement, it is good to know where to go and how to get there. There are countless modes of transportation in the Big Apple, the most popular being the taxi and the subway; but for the tourist who is visiting purely to sightsee, a tour bus is the opportune choice. Not only can you fully enjoy the sights while you pass by, you are not bombarded with the stress that comes with driving in New York.

As one of the most populated cities in the world, it takes a certain finesse to drive in New York City. From the yellow taxis that seem to have eternal road rage, to the jaded New Yorkers that swarm the city and jay walk any time they please, and the bikers that weave in and out of traffic; one thing is for sure, maneuvering an automobile in the big city is not for the weak hearted. If the tourist forgoes the driving and opts to take a tour bus, he is saving himself from many problems later on.

Parking in New York City can be a huge challenge. New York City is notorious for hard to find parking spots and meters that seem to have a mind of their own. Most of the prime spots on the street get filled-up quickly and you need to know about special New York City parking rules like "alternate side of the street parking days." But if you are fortunate enough to find a parking spot eight blocks away after fifteen minutes of searching, there is the constant worry of refilling the parking meter. Luckily, there are more than 2,300 parking facilities in the City. While they are licensed by the City's Department of Consumer Affairs, their prices are not regulated. Overnight parking costs $20 - $28 a day on average, without the10.25% tax and an 8% surcharge. Many of them will also surcharge over-sized and luxury vehicles. With a tour bus, the hassle of finding a parking spot and constantly refilling the meter or the anxiety of paying a fortune for a parking garage is eliminated, and the tourist able to do what he came to do, sightsee.

Driving habits have changed now that gas prices have increased rapidly. People everywhere are walking or taking public transportation to places where driving is not necessary. The tourist can save on gas by purchasing a tour bus ticket for $30-$50, which is equivalent to about one tank of gas. With the bus, the tourist is at his leisure to stay at an attraction for as long as he pleases, with unlimited hop-on, hop-off opportunities throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn. Also, he is free to talk to his fellow tourists without the worry of going to the wrong place, or getting lost. Driving in a new city can be very intimidating, and not knowing where to go does not help. The tour bus does the driving, and the company picks out great destinations that tourists want to see.

A tour bus is an enjoyable way to see the city. Tourists are able to get a true sense of the sights, sounds and smells of New York City from the open upper level. It provides a 360 degree bird’s eye view from the second story; above the traffic and people, without the barrier of a window. One popular tour bus company is Gray Line New York Sightseeing, a New York City attraction in their own right. These huge red double-decker buses have become regulars in the New York traffic scene and can be seen picking up and dropping off tourists at over 50 different popular stops throughout Manhattan and Brooklyn.

“Send a salami to your boy in the Army!” It has been several decades since loved ones had to send salamis to GI’s over seas in Word War II, but the slogan stuck with them. Located in the lower east side of New York City, Katz’s Delicatessen has been serving delicious deli meats to hungry New Yorkers since its establishment in 1888. The pastrami and egg, and the brisket sandwiches are some of the most popular menu items. From the griddle, you can order potato, spinach or broccoli knishes. Side dishes include home made coleslaw and macaroni salad. For desert, there are thick savory puddings; rice, tapioca and chocolate are some well-liked flavors. One of their most famous menu items is not even made of meat. Their delicious egg cream is made from milk, Fox’s U-Bet chocolate syrup and “selza”; and can refresh even the weariest New Yorkers. These menu items may seem like typical delicatessen foods, but they are the many reasons why Katz’s is one of the most famous delis in the world.

True delicatessens are rare, because they continue a tradition of meat preparation and preservation before refrigeration was invented. For over 100 years Katz’s has made its corned beef the old-fashioned way on the premises, slow cured without any injected additives or water to speed up the process. Patrons of Katz’s include former Presidents Jimmy Carter and Bill Clinton, Tito Puente, Judge Judy, and Danny DeVito. But the most memorable of Katz’s customers are Meg Ryan and Billy Crystal in the film When Harry Met Sally. During the movie, Meg Ryan displayed her “faking it” skills. The owners claim it was not her good acting, but their sensational corned beef.

Some call it the country’s first urban mall, but that label is misleading. This sprawling shopping, entertainment and office complex is much more than just a mall. At twenty two acres, Rockefeller center is the largest privately owned complex in the world. It has over one hundred places to shop, more than 40 places to dine, and something for every one of all ages to see and do. The GE building, where NBC, “Late Night with David Letterman”, and “Saturday Night Live” are broadcast, is the focal point of this complex. Visitors are now able to go to the newly renovated observation deck on the 70th floor. It has a 360 degree panorama of unparalleled views of New York City. Some of New York's most famous landmarks are visible, including the Chrysler Building, the East River, the Hudson River, Times Square, the Brooklyn Bridge, and the Statue of Liberty. It is, quite simply, the most spectacular view in New York City.

Another component of Rockefeller center is the world famous Radio City Music Hall, the host of ice shows, concerts and home of the high kicking Rockettes. Rockefeller center is great any time of year, but it is truly spectacular during the holiday season. The ice skating rink is at its full glory, and the enormous Christmas tree at the center of it is a beacon of good cheer. Tourists are able to book tours of Radio City Music Hall, NBC studios, or of Rockefeller Center in its entirety.

Only a few blocks away from Rockefeller Center is Saint Patrick’s Cathedral. The elaborate white 330 foot spears against the black glass backdrop of the Olympic tower make the Cathedral one of the most photographed views of the city. It is the largest decorated gothic-style Catholic Cathedral in the United States. Each year over 3 million people visit St. Patrick's Cathedral and it has been recognized as a center of Catholic life in this country.

A major part of Mew York City’s history is Ellis Island. Visitors are able to take a ferry to the 27½ acre island where approximately 12 million men, women and children first set foot on American soil. This federal immigration facility closed its doors for good in 1954, but before doing that, it processed the ancestors of more than 40% of Americans today. In 1990, Ellis Island reopened as the Ellis Island Immigration Museum. It possesses more than thirty galleries of artifacts, photographs, priceless family heirlooms, and taped oral histories that chronicle the immigrant experience. The museum shows what native villages were like, where nationalities took root, and which industries employed them. Tourists are able to purchase an audio guide or a ranger tour of the museum. A white tiled area called the Registry Room is where immigrants awaited processing. It was there, that those with serious diseases, unmarried women and the impoverished, otherwise known as “undesirables” were screened out. At the American Family Immigration Center, visitors are able to search for their own ancestors on Ellis Island Records. Outside of the museum stands the American immigrant wall of honor. It faces the Manhattan skyline, and depicts the names of over 500,000 immigrants that passed through Ellis Island. From Ellis Island, tourists are able to see another New York monument, the Statue of Liberty. “Lady Liberty” was a gift of friendship from the people of France. As a symbol of hope and liberty, the statue is open everyday to visitors, except for December 25th.

One New York City attraction that is a success with both adults and children alike is the American Museum of Natural History. This Upper West Side landmark is one of the most famous tourist attractions in all of New York City. The most important thing to know when visiting this huge stone building is four floors of gallery space spanning many city blocks makes for lots of walking. The museum hosts 42 permanent exhibits and several temporary ones covering everything in creation from anthropology to zoology, from the beginning of time to the present. Visitors are able to stare up in awe at the massive dinosaur fossils, and observe the artful dioramas depicting human evolution. The entire museum truly appeals to one’s sense of curiosity and wonder.

Next to the American Museum of Natural History, what used to be the Hayden Planetarium is the new Rose Center for Earth and Space. Housed in a glass cube containing the spherical Space Theater, This place where astronomy and astrophysics connect with scientists of all ages looks more like something from the future, than a museum in the middle of New York City. It is presently showing two Space Show features inside of the huge sphere, The Search for Life: Are We Alone? narrated by Harrison Ford and Passport to the Universe narrated by Tom Hanks. These space shows are anything but ordinary. The rounded shape of the screen and the stadium seating make the viewing experience seem real. The Rose Center’s primary objective is to give the public a better understanding of the universe, and to bring the universe down to Earth. Over the past 130 years, the Hayden Planetarium has taught visitors about the rich history and diversity of life on Earth; now, the Rose Center will discover how the Earth and its history is a part of the bigger time line of the universe.

Coney Island, derived from the Dutch word konijn for rabbit, is one of New York’s oldest attractions. The rabbit filled area has transformed greatly from the time of the Dutch settlers, to become a place where New Yorkers go for fun in the sun. Although the baths where earlier generations went to sweat off pounds are as time-worn as the elderly patrons, Coney island is still worth the visit for its many other attractions. The Cyclone, a wooden, bone-chilling roller coaster, opened in 1927, still attracts kids of all ages. It can be found in Astroland, which has dozens of rides, games and amusements. The beaches of Coney Island are clean,safe and relaxing. They are a wonderful retreat from the noisy and loud New York streets.

The only aquarium in New York City is can be found in Coney Island. The Aquarium of Wildlife Conservation has exhibits featuring over 8,000 animals. Penguins and otters lounging on replicated coasts, walruses in the rocky coastline of Sea Cliffs, and California sea lions during their Aquatheater presentations are just some of the many marine life exhibits. The Aquarium has variety, excellent viewing, and world-renowned scientific knowledge that assures a gratifying experience. It is the place where “the city meets the sea” and that people can help marine life, and further their conservation and protection. At the aquarium, learn about animals living as far away as the Southwest coast of Africa and the Arctic to those found locally in the Hudson River.

A trip to New York City is absolutely not complete without tour of Times Square. What used to be a gritty neighborhood is now a tourist friendly cultural hub full of theaters, music halls, restaurants and fancy hotels. Broadway shows have become a huge tourist magnet for Times Square, though tickets for most shows are expensive. The TKTS booth located in Duffy Square, at Broadway and 47th Street, sells tickets for half-price on same-day shows for many Broadway and Off-Broadway productions. This service helps fill-out empty seats and makes seeing a show in New York more affordable for many people.Times Square is the only neighborhood with a zoning ordinance requiring tenants to display bright signs. The density of the signs provides exciting new sights and great photo opportunities for tourists. Home to MTV’s Total Request Live, ABC Studios, and the largest toy store in the world with an indoor Ferris Wheel, Toys R Us; Times Square is definitely bursting with fun and excitement around every corner.

It is impossible to be able to see and appreciate all of New York in just one day, but to get a basic picture of what New York City is, one can visit some of the attractions and landmarks mentioned in the above paragraphs. New York always has something for everyone, whether you are looking to learn, or looking to have a night on the town, you just have to know where to look.

Step back in time and enjoy a little bit of history when you visit the Thomas Wolfe Memorial in lovely Asheville. Located at 52 North Market Street, this former boarding house is host to hundreds and hundreds of interested visitors every single year. Why not plan your very own visit so that you can enjoy all that this amazing building has to offer?

While you are at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial, you are encouraged to stop by the Visitor Center. This modern facility, which is located right behind the historical boarding house, is filled with interesting exhibits that you are sure to enjoy! There are personal effects that once belonged to the Thomas Wolfe family, items from the stonecutting shop of his father and so much more.

Do you think that you would benefit from a guided tour? You can embark on a guided tour that will give you all kinds of great information as well as show you different things both in and around the boarding house. If you would like, there is also a wonderful audio-visual program that is available to give you all kinds of information about Thomas Wolfe, the famous author.

The hours that you may stop by for a visit at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial depend upon the season. April through October, the hours are from 9:00AM until 5:00PM Tuesday through Saturday and 1:00PM until 5:00PM on Sunday. November through March, the hours are from 10:00AM until 4:00PM Tuesday through Saturday and 1:00PM until 4:00PM on Sunday. If you have any questions or if you would like further information, you may call (828) 253-8304.

Spokane is an interesting destination for your next corporate event. There are a great number of venues you can take your corporate event attendees to as well as the corporate event itself.

Once your group arrives in Spokane, take them by the Bing Crosby Memorabilia Room where your charter bus group can see his collection of items including gold records, photos, pipes and trophies. In addition, the singer's childhood home, which now serves as the office of the Gonzaga Alumni Association, is open to the public and has free tours.

Getting to Spokane will be a breeze if you let US Coachways do the driving. The buses will carry up to 60 people comfortably. Your group can bring along VCR tapes or DVDs to watch during the ride, or they can just enjoy the view while reclining back in one the cushy, upholstered seats.

Once on Spokane, take them to Carr's One of a Kind in the World Museum, has what else? Cars. Your charter bus group will enjoy seeing JFK's 1962 Lincoln Continental, Jackie Gleason's 1968 Limo, and Elvis Presley's 1973 Lincoln Mark IV. It's a stop off the beaten path, but a fun one to make.

If you have art lovers on your corporate event trip, take them to the Jundt Art Museum. The museum houses work by not only old masters but new and regionally known artists as well. If your corporate event group gets hungry and no one wants to eat room service at the hotel, take them to Chapter 11. This is a great place to get a rack of ribs for dinner. Another great deal for food is the Clinkerdagger, where you can get all make and manner of upscale cuisine.

Let US Coachways help to make your next corporate event in Spokane a good one!

Have you ever heard of a great place called the Smith-McDowell House Museum? Well, if you have not, then you really need to schedule a trip to see it the next time that you are in Asheville. This place is actually known to be the oldest structure in all of Asheville as well as the very first mansion ever built in the area. Now, it stands as an amazing museum where you can go to learn about all of the culture and history of the region.

There is never an end to all of the wonderful exhibits that you can find at the Smith-McDowell Museum. You can even get your very own tour of the museum and all of its wonderful exhibits when you stop by. Make sure that you bring your camera along when you visit so that you can capture some of the stunning views as well as the antiques that are on display.

The hours that you can stop by for your own exploration of the Smith-McDowell Museum are as follows: Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00AM until 4:00PM and Sundays from 1:00PM until 4:00PM on Sundays. There are regular closings on Mondays as well as all of the major national holidays. The cost of admission is only $5 for adults, $4 for students with a valid ID only, $3 for children ages 5 through 18 and free for children under the age of 5. There are slight price increases during the Christmas season. If you would like to inquire about price changes or if you have any other questions, you may call the Smith-McDowell Museum at (828) 253-9231.

Anyone who is looking for a truly wonderful and unique experience would truly benefit from a visit to the lovely Riverside Cemetery in Asheville. This beautiful cemetery actually dates way back to 1885. Everyone in your family or group is sure to benefit from a visit here, especially once they begin to hear some of the stories of the Riverside Cemetery as well as some of the stories of the people who lay at rest there.

You may be fairly amazed to know that the Riverside Cemetery is still active and actually includes more than 13,000 people that are buried there. In addition to the thousands of graves, you will also find that there are about a dozen mausoleums and just under 10,000 monuments on the grounds of the cemetery. In such a stunning cemetery, you should not be surprised at how wonderful some of the stonework is in as well as the beautiful trees and landscaping.

If you are looking to find out a little bit about some of the occupants of the Riverside Cemetery, you will see that there are a couple of famous people in the bunch. One quite famous individual who is buried there is the famous author Thomas Wolfe. You will also find the final resting place of another author, O. Henry, whose real name was William Sidney Porter.

You will find the Riverside Cemetery in Asheville on Birch Street. The hours that you may visit are from 8:00AM until 8:00PM. If you would like to take a self-guided tour, you may stop by the office for a packet that will help you along. For more information you may call (828) 350-2066.

There is nothing quite like finding a truly unique and breathtaking place to check out while you are out and about touring throughout lovely Asheville. Well, you can get that feeling for yourself when you stop by to see the natural beauty and wonder of what is called the Quilt Garden.

Also known as the Blue Ridge Quilt Garden, this amazing natural space has been the delight of a great many visitors for years. Once you see this amazing garden, you will have the beautiful image burned into your memory forever. Of course, it is still a great idea to bring along your camera so that you can take some great pictures to show friends and family when you get home.

You may wonder exactly where the idea for the Quilt Garden came from. Well, the fabulous design has a lot to do with the wonderful crafting heritage within the Western North Carolina region. Anyone who has been around Asheville and the surrounding area is already well aware of just how artistically inclined its people are. Almost everywhere you turn you are bound to find artists, potters, designers, and of course quilters and more.

During your visit to this amazing garden, you should be sure to stop by the great gift shop at the Arboretum so that you can get a few gifts or souvenirs to commemorate your trip. You will find the amazing Quilt Garden located within the wonderful North Carolina Arboretum at 100 Frederick Law Olmsted Way. If you would like further information or if you have questions, you may feel free to call the North Carolina Arboretum at (828) 665-2492.

If your next corporate meeting will be in Parkersburg and you've been given the task of providing transportation, lodging and entertainment for 50 of your fellow employees, don't sweat it! US Coachways has some great ideas to make planning your corporate event a little easier. If you put of using a chartered bus because you remembered those bumpy, uncomfortable buses from the past, think again. US Coachways has an entire fleet of buses that are climate controlled with reclining seats. DVD and VCR players installed and the larger model buses feature restroom facilities.

All you need to do is tell US Coachways where to pick up your passengers and then where in Parkersburg you would like to take them. Your US Coachways driver will bring your corporate event attendees directly to the door of the hotel. If you have time, there are some great sights to see in Parkersburg. If you have history buffs in your group, they will enjoy a trip to Campus Martius Museum that holds a multitude of artifacts that show the 200 plus years of history of this historic area.

Another stop is The Fenton Art Glass Company. There are free guided factory tours are available for your group. There is also a gift shop so your group can pick up souvenirs of this trip. Make a sweet stop at Holl's Swiss Chocolatier. They make fresh, handcrafted Swiss chocolates. And yes, they have samples available.

Your corporate event in Parkersburg will go off without a hitch when you leave the driving to US Coachways!

If your next corporate event will be located in Minot, not only is it a breeze to get to when you let US Coachways do the driving, this charming town has a lot of activities for your group to view and participate in. If you need to get a small group or a large group of up to 60 people to Minot, you can do it with ease when you US Coachways take care of the driving. Your attendees will be taken on a climate-controlled bus complete with VCR and DVD players, restroom facilities, as well as cushy reclining seats to make the ride to Minot a very comfortable one.

Once in Minot, your charter bus can take your group directly to your hotel or you can arrange for a little pre-corporate event sightseeing. If you happen to be coming to Minot during the summer months, you can take your group to Minot Air Force Base as the 5th Bomb Wing Public Affairs office has a base tour every week during the summer months. It's an interesting way to see daily military life up close and personal.

If you have time, take your group golfing. Most of public golf courses rent everything you need to get a good game of 18-holes in. Stop by Souris Valley Golf Course, Cando Golf Club, Mohall Country Club, Wildwood Golf Course, Minot Country Club are all great places to play a round. Have history buffs in your group? Check out the Ward County Museum Pioneer Village features a historic collection of buildings, vintage automobiles and thousands of artifacts for your group to see. Historic role-players who are "in character" and will interact with you just as thought it is 200 years ago staff the Pioneer Village.

Plan a few extra stops and your group will enjoy their corporate event even more.

For a wonderfully unique experience in Asheville, you should make a stop with your family or tour group at Malaprop's Bookstore and Cafe, located on 55 Haywood Street. Is there a specific book that you have been looking for that you just cannot seem to find? This is the place to go in the Asheville area where you will get the help that you need to find that illusive book!

Many people come to Malaprop's Bookstore and Cafe, both locals and tourists alike, so that they can enjoy the wonderful shop with the most amazing collection. You would be completely amazed with the enormous selection of books and other various literature that are for sale in this one place. Many of the folks who stop by will even grab the book that they are looking to purchase and they relax with a cup of coffee. Now, what can be better than having a tasty treat paired with an incredible read?

Next up, you are going to completely love the helpful staff at Malaprop's Bookstore and Cafe. They are all dedicated to helping you find just the right book for you. Whether there is a special and unique title or a best seller, they are there to get it for you. Even if they do not have a particular book in stock, they will be more than happy to find it and order it for you.

The hours that you may stop by and browse through Malaprop's Bookstore and Cafe are Monday through Thursday from 8:00AM until 9:00PM, Friday and Saturday from 8:00AM until 10:00PM, and Sunday from 8:00AM until 7:00PM. If you would like further information or if you have questions regarding a certain book, you may call (828) 254-6734.

A trip to Asheville just is not complete unless you make some plans to stop by and browse around at Historic Biltmore Village. This is known to be one of the most fun and popular places to tour and shop in the area for miles and miles around. Both children and adults alike are sure to enjoy a trip to this amazing spot, which is filled with great restaurants, shops and so much more.

When it comes to shopping, you will have a world of great items to browse through when you stop by Historic Biltmore Village. Are you a big fan of antiques? If so, then you will be in heaven when you see the different antique shops that there are where you can go to find some really wonderful and rare items. Perhaps you will be able to find something that you have been searching for.

For a wonderful, yet simple dining experience you will want to stop by and see what is on the menu at the Kismet Cafe. If the setting here does not relax you, the delicious coffees, pastries and other foods on the menu are sure to. In addition to all kinds of soups and sandwiches, you can also order up yummy salads and tasty vegetarian dishes. If that is not enough, you can even chill out and enjoy live music with a few drinks from time to time.

The Historic Biltmore Village is a wonderful place to tour around in, whether you are hitting the brick sidewalks, checking out all of the historic houses, or eating at a great restaurant. Plan your visit to this amazing area today so you can experience the splendor for yourself.

Anyone who is looking for a little bit of fun and interesting adventure should really head to The Health Adventure, located in Asheville. This is a place that is great for children but equally as wonderful for adults who are young at heart. There is an entire world of learning all under one roof just waiting for you to stop by. Learn all about the human body, science and so much more. You will find that you are sure to learn something new with every single visit to The Health Adventure.

If you decide to visit this great attraction, you will be delighted to find that there are always changing exhibits that you can enjoy. There are always various events that can be enjoyed from time to time as well, all you have to do is check to see what the current schedule is. You may even be stopping by on one of the days that offer free admission so that you can head in and learn all about health, science and so much more at no charge at all.

To plan a visit, you will find The Health Adventure conveniently located in Park Place in the beautiful downtown area of Asheville. The hours that you may stop by are from 10:00AM until 5:00PM Tuesday through Saturday and Sunday from 1:00PM until 5:00PM. The cost for admission is only $6 for adults, $5 for students, seniors and kids. Children under the age of 2 are always admitted completely free of charge. If you have any questions or if you would like further information, you may call (800) 935-0204.

If you are like most people, you are sure to agree that there is just nothing quite like getting out and hitting the open road. That's one of the best reasons for traveling by charter bus, you get to take in the scenery - not just the road. Why not make some plans to check out everything that the stunning Blue Ridge Parkway has to offer? When you are going to be in Asheville, you may just find that there is just nothing more beautiful. It has actually been called America's Favorite Drive, and once you set your eyes on all of the beautiful sights you are sure to see why.

During your drive along the Blue Ridge Parkway, you will find the 469 miles of lovely landscape quite inviting. This is truly one trip where you are sure to kick yourself if you happen to leave your camera behind. There are tons of great picture opportunities along the way including rolling hills, mountains, farms, valleys and so much more. You may find yourself stopping lots of times along the way just so you can get the perfect snapshot of all that this scenic drive has to offer.

If you find yourself becoming weary along the way, there are plenty of good places where you can stop for a while. Pack a delicious and healthy lunch or some light snacks and you could have a picnic at one of the designated picnic areas. There are also visitors centers where you can stop by for information, gas stations, restaurants and even trails that you can hike along if you wish. If you would like more information on the Blue Ridge Parkway, you may call (800) 727-5928.

Step back in time and enjoy a little bit of history when you visit the Thomas Wolfe Memorial in lovely Asheville. Located at 52 North Market Street, this former boarding house is host to hundreds and hundreds of interested visitors every single year. Why not plan your very own visit so that you can enjoy all that this amazing building has to offer?

While you are at the Thomas Wolfe Memorial, you are encouraged to stop by the Visitor Center. This modern facility, which is located right behind the historical boarding house, is filled with interesting exhibits that you are sure to be interested in. There are personal effects that once belonged to the Thomas Wolfe family, items from the stonecutting shop of his father and so much more.

Do you think that you would benefit from a guided tour? You can embark on a guided tour that will give you all kinds of great information as well as show you different things both in and around the boarding house. If you would like, there is also a wonderful audio-visual program that is available to give you all kinds of information about Thomas Wolfe, the famous author.

The hours that you may stop by for a visit at the Thomas Wolfe memorial depend upon the season. April through October, the hours are from 9:00AM until 5:00PM Tuesday through Saturday and 1:00PM until 5:00PM on Sunday. November through March, the hours are from 10:00AM until 4:00PM Tuesday through Saturday and 1:00PM until 4:00PM on Sunday. If you have any questions or if you would like further information, you may call (828) 253-8304.

Why not pamper yourself when you are going to be in the Ashville area? All you have to do is schedule your very own visit to the amazing Grove Park Inn Resort and Spa and you will find yourself feeling amazing in no time. Enjoy the splendor of the mountains, the stunning architecture of the facilities at the resort and so much more. After just a few minutes at this gorgeous attraction and you are bound to see just why this is such a popular stop by locals and travelers alike.

Perhaps you would like to stay for a while so that you can take everything in. If so, then you are sure to love the amazing accommodations at the Grove Park Inn Resort and Spa. There are even different theme suites that you can choose from to make your stay even more interesting and wonderful. You will find that there is just nothing quite like relaxing on cozy pillow-top mattresses while you enjoy wireless internet access, television and so much more.

While you visit, you should spoil yourself to a couple of different treatments in the spa. Why not get a great and relaxing massage so that you can let all of your worries wash away? You can also get different hand and foot treatments, lavish skin care and even body wraps. During a trip to the spa, you are guaranteed to find a treatment or two that will make you feel absolutely fantastic by the end of the day.

If you would like further information or if you have general questions, you can call the Grove Park Inn Resort and Spa at (800) 438-5800.

If you've been handed the baton to plan your company's next corporate event, don't grab the Alka-Seltzer, put your hand on your mouse and go straight to US Coachways website.

You will find a huge chunk of the responsibility is lifted immediately off your shoulders. You will be able to plan the travel for all your employees. Whether you are all leaving from one destination or you have multiple offices around the state or even the country, you can count on US Coachways to pick up your attendees and bring them to Charlotte for your corporate event.

They can ride in a very comfortable bus with reclining seats. It doesn't matter if you choose the travel in the winter or the summer- you bus will always be perfectly climate controlled inside. If you have VCR tapes or DVDs, those can be played along the way too. Restroom facilities are available in the larger bus models.

Once you get your corporate event attendee group to Charlotte, you can either have your US Coachways bus drop them off at the hotel or you can take them on a little outing in the town of Charlotte. North Carolina is known for the great golfing. If you have golfer lovers in your group, charter a stop at Club at Ballantyne. A par 71 course featuring 18 holes amid rolling terrain.

Your next corporate event will go off like a cool southern breeze once you let US Coachways take care of the travel. All you have to do is plan your stops and let them do the driving!

One of the true gems in the Ashville area has to be the gorgeous and welcoming Biltmore Estate. This is an amazing and stunning place that everyone from the young to the old would be sure to enjoy. The Biltmore Estate is truly more than just a wonderful house. You also have other amazing places to explore including a winery, stunning gardens, amazing shopping and so much more. Once you stop in, you may just find yourself wanting to make reservations so that you can linger a while to extend your experience.

Not only is the Biltmore House completely breathtaking from the outside, it is equally magnificent on the inside. Stop by to explore and you will find a whopping 250 rooms of true luxury. There is even a bowling alley inside the Biltmore House, and in true estate style, there is also a relaxing indoor pool. Feel free to wander through the halls and explore tons of great antiques and beautiful works of art. What kind of an Asheville experience would it be without a little bit of shopping? Embark on an adventure with a side trip to do a little bit of estate shopping. You can hit the Gate House where estate furnishings, wine and assorted accessories are on display for you to browse through. If you have a sweet tooth, head on over to the Stable area at the Biltmore Estate so that you can grab a few sweet treats at the Confectionery.

Whether you decide to stop by for a little bit of shopping or if you are planning on enjoying a romantic dinner, you are sure to enjoy a visit to the Biltmore Estate. If you would like a bit more information so that you can plan your own trip to the Biltmore Estate, Gardens and more, you can call (800) 624-1575.

Orchestrating a corporate event in Page, Arizona can be a very stressful thing. If you were to query any person who has done it before, chances are rather high that they would say that it is indeed a rather tough thing to do. There are so many things involved in putting together a corporate event that it can seem like an extremely daunting task. The excellent people at US Coachways understand that Corporate Event planning is a difficult thing to do, and they are experts at helping people just like you simplify the process.

US Coachways have been planning Corporate Events in Page for years, and they know the in and outs of the city, which means that they are extremely efficient in helping you with any details that are contained within Page. Just give them your itinerary and they will be able to handle the rest. If you need someone to be picked up at an Airport or Hotel, US Coachways will pick that person up in as timely a manner possible.

And if you have some excess time on your hands before or after the event, US Coachways can assist you there as well by offering you many recommendations to Page's best attractions, such as the Antelope Canyon or the Rainbow Bridge National Monument. Whatever it is that you need for your Page Corporate Event, chances are high that the very experienced and highly professional people at US Coachways will be able to assist you in obtaining it.

Planning a Corporate get-together in Mesa, Arizona? If so, let US Coachways take some of the stress off of your hands. We at US Coachways understand that planning a corporate get-together in Mesa can be quite the difficult task. Planning corporate events of any kind tends to be a rather stressful thing to do. Worrying about small aspects of the event such as transportation and entertainment can be a very large hassle, and it is easy to get overloaded. US Coachways understand this, and we are experts at relieving people of their corporate get-together tension.

How do we do this you ask? We do it by taking care of those little details so you don't have to. We are a company full of extremely experienced professionals who have been assisting people with corporate get-togethers in Mesa for years and experience is key to good planning. We know what to expect and we know we can meet your needs.

Just hand us your itinerary, and we'll meet your needs in a very timely and efficient manner. If you need us to pick up people at one Mesa's nearby airports, we'll get it done pronto. If you have some excess time to kill and you need us to recommend to attractions to go to, we can do that as well, as we know all there is to know about Mesa and it's many attractions. If you are in need of some excellent Mesa Corporate get-together assistance, contact US Coachways and we will be able to help.

Are you arranging a Business Meeting in Lake Havasu, Arizona? If the answer to that question is yes, then you are likely all too familiar with how stressful putting together a Business Meeting can be. It is hard enough worrying about all of the minute details of a meeting, let alone having to worry about things like transportation, entertainment and the like. It is very hard to make people happy, especially on an out of town business meeting. The good folks at US Coachways completely understand how hectic and stressful planning a Business Meeting in Lake Havasu can be, and they can take a lot of the weight off of your shoulders.

US Coachways have been assisting people like yourself plan Business Meetings in Lake Havasu for years, and they know exactly what to do. Simply give them your itinerary and they will take care of the rest. US Coachways know all there is to know about Lake Havasu, and they will pick up any and all guests you may have arriving at an airport in a very professional and timely manner. US Coachway's expertise knowledge of Lake Havasu also allows them to be able to assist you in entertaining your guests if you happen to have a lot of time before or after the meeting.

US Coachways knows where the best attractions are in the Lake Havasu area, and they will surely be able to keep your guests entertained until it is time for the meeting, or afterwards while they are waiting until it is time to fly back home. Don't fret over the small details of your Lake Havasu Business Meeting. Let US Coachways' professional and experienced staffers do it for you.

Are you planning a CEO's birthday party in Flagstaff, Arizona? If so, then you are probably rather aware of the fact that planning birthday parties and corporate events in general can be quite the hassle. It is very hard to get everyone on the same page when planning a birthday arty, and it is especially hard when you happen to be planning the event for your boss and coworkers. The people at US Coachways understand just how stressful planning a CEO's birthday party in Flagstaff can be, and they can greatly assist you by providing transportation and other forms of excellent assistance.

US Coachways are experts at assisting people with corporate events in Flagstaff, and they can help you make your CEO's birthday a huge smash by taking over some of the more trivial details such as transportation, entertainment and more. Just hand over your itinerary to US Coachways and enjoy the ride. US Coachways know all of the ins and outs of Flagstaff, and they can pick up all of your guests in a timely manner. And if you have any free time before or after you CEO's big bash, they can recommend museums or other attractions in the area, such as the Museum of Northern Arizona or the Riordan Mansion State Historic Park.

Instead of hassling yourself over every single aspect of your CEO's birthday party in Flagstaff, let the experienced and professional people at US Coachways take some of the weight off of your shoulders.

If you ask anyone who has done it before, they will tell you that planning a corporate event in Bisbee is a lot of hard work. Whether it is for a general company getting together, a CEO's Birthday or a simple business meeting, corporate event planning can be an extremely difficult task to execute. It is very hard to make a group of people happy, and it is especially difficult to do so when these people happen to be your coworkers. This is where US Coachways comes in. Instead of driving yourself mad trying to work out all of the minor details of your corporate event.

US Coachways is very experienced when it comes to Bisbee corporate event planning and they can handle all of the small details so you don't have to worry about them. Simply hand your itinerary over to them and they will take care of the rest. US Coachways have been helping businesses plan their Bisbee corporate vents for years, and they are very knowledgeable on what to do.

If you are planning a corporate event in Bisbee, Arizona, US Coachways will know exactly what to do. The people at US Coachways know the ins and outs of Bisbee, and they can point you to the city's best attractions if you happen to have some free time before your event, and if you need anyone to be picked up at an airport, US Coachways can handle that as well. Instead of hassling yourself with the minute details of your Bisbee corporate event, let US Coachways do it for you.