Category Archives: Tour Attractions

The Adler Planetarium [caption id="attachment_39503" align="alignright" width="300"] Adler Photo Courtesy of Choose Chicago[/caption] Cities are notoriously horrible locations for stargazing because of light pollution clouding the atmosphere and blocking our view of the stars. The exception to this is the Adler Planetarium, a premier astronomy facility with incredible exhibitions and beautifully choreographed film showings on…

Cloud Gate [caption id="attachment_31666" align="alignright" width="400"] Cloud Gate Credit Danielle Bopp[/caption] Cloud Gate is a well-known sculpture located in Chicago, Illinois. Oftentimes referred to as 'The Bean' due to its bean-like appearance, this sculpture sits inside the very popular Millennium Park. It was created by British artist Anish Kapoor. Cloud Gate is Anish Kapoor’s first…

The Magnificent Mile [caption id="attachment_25750" align="alignright" width="283"] Michigan Avenue, downtown Chicago, IL Shutterstock[/caption] One of the country’s top shopping districts, Chicago’s Magnificent Mile is an entertainment avenue with everything from fine dining to luxury shopping, museums, theater, and more. Comparable to New York’s 5th Avenue and Rodeo Drive in Los Angeles, the Magnificent Mile is…

World of Fun & Oceans of Fun [caption id="attachment_30151" align="alignright" width="425"] Worlds of Fun[/caption] Energetic student groups on Kansas City getaway looking for a-rockin' good time can keep everyone happy with a visit to Worlds of Fun / Oceans of Fun, an absolutely awesome amusement/waterpark experience where lucky guests can have it all! This 235-acre…

The Money Museum [caption id="attachment_30138" align="alignright" width="425"] Money Museum Credit Visit KC[/caption] Student groups visiting the Kansas City area won’t want to bypass an opportunity to stop by the Money Museum located in the Federal Reserve Bank for a little insight into our Nation’s financial system. See for yourself what happens inside an automated cash…

Dallas Arboretum & Botanical Garden [caption id="" align="aligncenter" width="3256"] Credit Dallas Botanical Garden[/caption] Perhaps the most beautiful and extensive botanical garden in the U.S., the Dallas Arboretum is an exemplary attraction for any tour group. If you have children in your group, the Rory Meyers Children's Adventure Garden is an excellent place to start while…

Dallas World Aquarium [caption id="attachment_31853" align="alignright" width="425"] Dallas World Aquarium Pixabay Public Domain[/caption] Not only is the Dallas World Aquarium completely devoted to the conservation and preservation of tropical and marine animals but they are dedicated to bringing everyday visitors the most advanced scientific information and interactive exhibits so you feel that you are truly experiencing…

Dallas Cowboys Tour [caption id="attachment_31841" align="alignright" width="225"] Dallas Cowboys Tour Pixabay Public Domain[/caption] The Dallas Cowboys, Texas' golden child of the NFL and America's football sweetheart, find themselves at home at Dallas' AT&T Stadium. If you're a football fan at all, chances are you've enjoyed some Cowboys games over the years and here's your chance…

Missouri Town 1855 Student groups pining for an ”old-time” Heartland experience will truly enjoy a visit to Missouri Town, 1855. This wonderfully recreated progressive farming community in Lee’s Summit, Missouri, established on 30 green, sloping acres is an assemblage of more than 25 original buildings, dating from 1820 to 1860; of-the-day equipment and furnishings lend…