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Day Trip Ideas in Astoria, Oregon
Today we are exploring all your options for a day trip with your student group in Astoria, Oregon, a true seaside delight! Astoria is a popular Northwest port city, trading hub, and cultural hotspot. This seaside city sits at the mouth of the Columbia River and holds a very unique blend of ‘riverfront, coastal, and…
El Paso Municipal Rose Garden
El Paso Municipal Rose Garden Stop and smell the roses during your trip and visit the El Paso Municipal Rose Garden, the popular 4-acre public garden featuring nearly 1500 rose bushes spanning over 430 different varieties! This garden began with 200 roses planted in 1958 by the El Paso Rose Society and the City of…
The University of Texas at El Paso
The University of Texas at El Paso Whether your passion is art or anthropology, computer science or the life sciences, you will have opportunities to explore, to challenge, and to distinguish yourself. – UTEP Welcome to the University of Texas at El Paso, or UTEP for short, a public research university that is a key…
Wyler Aerial Tramway
Wyler Aerial Tramway Providing the best views in El Paso, the Wyler Aerial Tramway is one of the most popular local attractions, taking guests high above the city and deep into the Franklin Mountains. Operated by the Texas Parks and Wildlife Department, the Wyler Aerial Tramway complex covers 196 acres on the east side of…
Battle of the Beaches: Galveston vs South Padre Island
6 hours and 417 miles stand in between two of Texas’ most popular beach cities, Galveston and South Padre Island. Both cities have high beach attendance, especially around Spring Break, but which beach is better? That all depends on what you like! Both beach cities offer up their own charm, from Galveston’s mega beachside…
Seawolf Park
Seawolf Park Welcome to Galveston’s Seawolf Park, a popular public park located on Pelican Island that serves as a memorial to the USS Seawolf, as well as a popular fishing spot. The USS Seawolf was a US Navy Sargo-Class Submarine that was mistakenly sunk by US Navy forces in 1944 during WWII. Learn all about…
Galveston Go Karts And Fun Center
Galveston Go Karts And Fun Center If your group is looking for something fun and entertaining for everyone consider spending some time at Galveston Go Karts and Fun Center, the local amusement center that is popular with locals and guests alike. Your group can enjoy the curvy go kart track outside, then head inside for…
Pier 21
Pier 21 One destination, endless possibilities. Your group simply must visit Pier 21 during your Galveston adventure, this redeveloped heritage harbor front area hard to miss with its excellent entertainment, eateries, and lodging options. This waterfront entertainment and dining area is located on Galveston’s Historic Harbor, located in the Historic Strand Seaport area. You will…
Galveston Water Adventures
Galveston Water Adventures Each March through November you can experience a super soakin’ thrill like no other here in Galveston with Galveston Water Adventures, the water adventure company that offers jet boat rides, dolphin tours, and sunset cruises. For action and adventure opt-in for the Suntime Jet Boat Thrill Ride, the ride that gives the…
Galveston Seawall
Galveston Seawall ‘…a happening place for beachgoers that serves as a gorgeous backdrop to a variety of shops, restaurants, attractions and gear rental stores…’ You will undoubtedly encounter the Galveston Seawall during your visit, with many of the most popular attractions in the city lining Seawall Boulevard, the street that runs right beside the seawall…
La King’s Confectionery
La King’s Confectionery For sweet treats and even sweeter service take your group to La King’s Confectionery in Galveston, this popular ice cream parlor serving as a throwback to the 1920s, ‘when folks came out to enjoy a treat and visit’. Inside La King’s you will find an old-school candy maker setting that offers up…
Colonel Paddleboat Cruise
Colonel Paddleboat Cruise Live the high life aboard a replica of 1800s paddlewheel boat. Enjoy a sightseeing or dinner cruise with your group aboard the Colonel Paddleboat, the authentic replica of an 1800s style paddlewheel that is a part of Moody Gardens. The most common cruises offered are the weekend dinner cruises, which last between…
