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Friday, July 28, 2006

Palace Playland is a family amusement park, located in Old Orchard Beach, Maine. This four acre park is a perfect choice for a stop on a family or group bus charter day-trip to Maine.
There is entertainment for the entire family at Palace Playland. Featuring games, attractions and rides the whole family will enjoy the classic amusement park feel. Home to one of the largest Arcades in New England, Palace Playland contains over 200 attractions and games for all ages and skill levels. There are the latest video arcade games and skill games as well as the classic Skee Ball.
Palace Playland offer rides for the thrill seekers as well as the little ones and everyone in between. Two Roller Coasters are enough for even the most hard core thrill riders. While the Orient Express is geared more towards the family, the Galaxi Roller Coaster is a thrill a minute. The Power Surge takes you up 50 feet, twisting and turning in three different directions as you go. After a day of thrills, the Log Flume ride offers a refreshing and exciting way to cool off.
There are rides just for the little ones such as bumper cars, Dumbo the Elephant and more. Parents will love the gorgeous classic Carousel as much as the children. And what day at the park would be complete without a ride on the 70 plus foot gondola style Ferris Wheel.
Palace Playland provides group and corporate discounts making it perfect for a bus charter day-trip. Contact the Group Sales Department at (207) 934 2001 for details.

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Six Flags Great America is located in Chicago Illinois, is a family theme park that offers fun for visitors of all ages and is perfect for the bus charter day-trip for any size group.
Featuring thrill rides, amusements and a water park, you can spend hours in this park and still not see all of it so prepare to spend the day. The new hurricane Harbor Water Park is the place to be on a hot summer day. If you like it wet and wild, the Paradise Plunge and Riptide will meet all your thrill ride needs, prepare to slide towards the awaiting splash pool at speeds up to 40 mph. If you're feeling competitive you should try the Wahoo Racer, which is a a wet mat race through spriralling tunnels. The ocean is in Chicago when you test the waters of Hurricane Bay, this huge wave pool has gentle swells and a crashing surf just like being at the beach.
For thrill seekers, this is the place to be. The Raging Bull is a wild ride at over 70 mph you travel around banked turns after being dropped from an amazing 20 stories. If that's not enough, daredevils should try the Giant Drop, a 227 freefall that plunges you to earth at over 60 mph. Iron Wolf is a stand up roller coaster featuring a 90 foot drop, a corkscrew loop and a 360 degree vertical loop.
There are many amusements for the kids as well. Being a Six Flags Park, Great America is home to Bugs Bunny and his Looney Tunes pals.
Discounts and packages are available for groups over 20 people. For groups over 50 they offer a Picnic in the Park package including park access and a catered picnic. There is a large parking lot able to accommodate even the largest charter bus. Groups desiring information can visit their website www.sixflags.com/parks/greatamerica/GroupInfo.

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Amusement Parks are a great place for all ages. When traveling to Maine by bus charter, plan a stop at Funtown Splashtown USA. Located in Saco Maine, Funtown was opened in 1967 and is a family favorite for the entire New England area.
The park is home to some of the biggest rides in the New England region. There are thrill rides as well as rides for the kids.
The Excalibur is New England's largest wooden roller coasters and is a thrill a minute. If you're still not satisfied, the Dragons Descent lifts the rider to 220 feet in the air, to one of the best views in the state only to be dropped at breakneck speed.
The kiddie rides offer the children some of the classic amusement park rides that every adult grew up with. The Merry Go Round is a traditional Carousel with reindeers and horses. With kiddy boats, swings and the Funtown Train the little ones will stay amused for the entire day.
Splashtown is the place to be on those sweltering hot summer days. There is something for the entire family to do at Splashtown. From thrill rides to relaxing, you can enjoy a hot summer day wet and wild or just hanging by the pool. There are three new body slides for the thrill seekers, as well as 5 kiddie slides for the little ones. Fun Lagoon is a family play area, with multi level water play.
Funtown has food for the entire family.
Throughout the season Funtown offers Learning Days for the kids, parents may learn something if not careful. Schools and groups are welcomed at Funtown, they provide catering services as well as Birthday Parties. For the bus charter group, Funtown has ample parking for the largest charter bus. Call 207-284-5139 for group planning.

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Located in Mashantucket, Connecticut Foxwoods casino is owned and operated by the Mashantucket Pequot Tribal Nation.
Foxwoods Casino offers a great value for any size a group traveling to Connecticut by bus charter, party bus or limo. Whether you choose a day-trip or an overnight stay, Foxwoods has a wide range of entertainment and hotels to fit your budget.
If you plan for an overnight stay, Foxwoods has three hotels for to meet any budget or taste. For those that prefer elegant, luxurious lodging the Grand Pequot Tower is the place to be. With 24 hour room service, king sized beds, granite and marble bathrooms, the Grand Pequot tower is luxury at its best. If you'd like something a little less pricey, the Two Tree Inn offers the budget minded a great value.
Foxwoods Casino has some of the best gaming on the East Coast. With over 7000 slot and video poker machines, you'll find games that accept amounts from one penny to $100.00.
There are over 380 gaming tables with over 17 different games at Foxwoods Casino, with everything from Blackjack to Roulette. You can find table games such as Baccarat, Craps, Pai Gow and Poker with wagering from $2.00 to $500.00. Foxwoods has the only casino Poker Room in the New England Area. Featuring over 100 tables of the hottest Poker action, the World Poker Room is open 24 hours. Some of the latest and hottest games are available such as 7 Card Stud, Texas Hold'Em and Omaha.
Foxwoods Resort in Casino is a great value for those looking at a bus charter day-trip or overnight stay. If budget is no object, then Foxwoods can also offer a luxurious and elegant getaway, with ample parking for even the largest of limousines. For Corporate Events, they have available a wide range of options for any size business. Call at 1-800-FOXWOODS for more information.

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Having a tough time trying to figure out what to do with the kids this summer? If you're traveling through Illinois by way of bus charter and the little ones are a little restless, stop at Kiddieland in Melrose Park.
This is a park dedicated to the kids and family entertainment. Full of attractions to stimulate the children, Kiddieland will also keep the adults occupied. Kids as well as adults will love the classic Ferris Wheel and Carousel, both are traditional favorites. The Ferris Wheel is over 80 years old and is a throw back to the amusement parks of the past.
Kiddieland features two thrilling water rides. The new Pipeline water coaster offers a wet and wild thrill on those hot summer days. The classic Log Jammer flume ride will splash and thrill riders of all ages.
There is an Arcade filled with all the favorite Midway Games. Test your skills and win prizes at Skee ball or the Hoop shot. The Kiddieland arcade also presents both the classic as well as the latest video games.
You can find food, snacks and beverages all over the park. Cotton Candy, hot dogs,corn dogs and pizza are just some of the delicious favorites to be had.
Kiddieland is one of Illinois' favorite family locations. Groups discounts are available, making it perfect for the bus charter day trip. They also offer Birthday parties, with special events scheduled for Mondays and Wednesdays. You can call their Group Sales Office at 708.343.8000 for more information.

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Thursday, July 27, 2006

Space Farms Zoo & Museum is the Largest Zoo & museum in New Jersey. Located in Sussex New Jersey, Space Farms Zoo & Museum make an excellent choice for any size group that is planning a bus charter day trip.
With every animal from bob-cats to yaks, Space Farms Zoo is home to over 500 animals, representing 100 species from all parts of the world and is a record breaking zoo as well. The worlds largest bear, Goliath lived here for over 25 years. Space Farms Zoo is also involved in the conservation and restoration of several different threatened species such as the South Korean Elk and Hokkaido Bears.
The Space Farms Museum is spread across eleven buildings which showcase countless numbers of items representing American History. More than 50 antique cars and motorcycles are on display, along with carriages and wagons which traveled the country during the 1800's. There is a Children's toy museum and rare doll collection that spans over hundreds of years. Miniatures on display include a realistic hand-made train set and unique miniature circus.
During you're day at Space Farms make sure you check out the wildlife demonstrations provided throughout the park, if you're lucky you can watch the lions and crocodiles feed. If you get hungry during the day, there is a family restaurant on site as well as a souvenir shop. For the kids, the Animal Nursery is a petting zoo that gets the kids up and personal with the barn yard animals.
Space Farms Zoo & Museum is open daily 9:00am to 5:00pm from May through October. They offer group rates as well as season passes, which makes it a great value for any group traveling by bus charter. Call (973) 875-5800 for group reservations.

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The Philadelphia Zoo is one of Pennsylvania's leading tourist attractions. Perfect for families, groups or corporations looking for a great bus charter day trip to Philadelphia.
Home to over 1500 exotic and rare animals from across the globe, the Philadelphia Zoo is one of the countries best zoos. With educational programs, interactive animal displays, the Philadelphia zoo will win the hearts of children as well as adults.
Take a virtual tour of the plains of Africa in a Dodge Durango surrounded by cheetahs, rhinos zebras and more. As you pass by the high res 3-D screens, you can feel as well as hear the action around you. Or if you prefer something a bit more exotic, try the Camel Safari which takes you on a camel ride through the African Plains exhibit.
The Monkey Junction features a pack of Colombian black spider monkeys. These monkeys are true acrobats, they use there tail as a fifth limb, enabling them to do some incredible climbing and leaping. The Bank of America Big Cat Falls exhibit is home to 12 endangered big cats. Stare into the mouth of a rare snow leopard, jaguar or an African Lion. These cats are housed in an interactive display that allows visitors to get up close and learn more about these amazing creatures.
For lizard lovers, the Reptile and Amphibian House is a must see. It has 47 displays of reptiles, including American Crocodiles and Alligators, huge Galapagos turtles and many rare and exotic snakes such as the king cobra and eyelash viper.
The Philadelphia Zoo offers group discounts, making it a perfect bus charter day-trip for large or small groups or schools. They also provide catering, picnic and birthday party planning. Call 215-243-5235 for more details on their group event services.

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Six Flags America is a theme park is a great choice for a day-trip when on a bus charter to Maryland. With over 100 rides and attractions Six Flags America is a place to spend an entire day with friends or family and everyone can be guaranteed to have a great time.
On a hot summer Maryland day there is no better place to be than Six Flags America's Hurricane Harbor Water Park. With over 15 water rides, there is something to cool off the entire group or family. For the thrill seekers that love to get wet, the Tornado is a blast, this 6 story tunnel drops you 132 feet into an awaiting pool for a big splash. The Hammerhead plummets you down a covered water slide at break neck speeds in a wet dark tunnel. The little ones will really go for Buccanner Beach, two pools with interactive water features just right for the kids.
For the daredevils in the group, Six Flags doesn't disappoint with some of the most modern, cutting edge rides in the world. The Typhoon is a unique coaster that has the worlds highest drop, over 60 feet. You travel backwards through totally dark tunnels and soaking water chutes, exiting at the mouth of a skull. If you love classic wooden roller coasters, the Wild One is for you. With a height of over 95 feet, this ride is 2 and a half minutes of pure excitement.
With its Looney Tunes theme, Six Flags America is great entertainment for the little ones. Even the parents will enjoy the characters that they grew up with such as Bugs Bunny, Yosemite Sam and Daffy Duck. The park is filled with Looney Tunes themed rides for the kids to spend the day on.
Six Flags America has a wide variety of food to choose from, with concessions throughout the park there is something delicious to snack on everywhere you turn. Inside the park there is a Subway sandwich shop and a Papa Johns Pizza along with snacks and treats at concessions throughout the park.
Groups are welcomed at Six Flags America, they offer catered events for both private groups and corporations with 75 to 20,000 people. Even the largest charter bus can be accommodated in its parking lot, call the Group Sales Office at (301) 249-1500, ext. 3980 for details.

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Inlet Village is a quaint little shopping village located on the boardwalk, Ocean City Maryland. When traveling through Maryland by bus charter make sure you plan a stop at Inlet Village.
Inlet Village offers so many great shopping opportunities it is hard to pass up. This shopping village is modeled after an early 1900's fishing village and has over 20 shops to choose from. There is everything from souvenir shops to antique stores.
A favorite stop for the kids and even adults is the Bear Fiends and Company shop, which has one of the largest collections of teddy bears, collectibles and teddy bear memorabilia. Another great stop for the kids as well as adults is the Christmas Shoppe, a store dedicated to Christmas gifts, decorations and collectibles. Toyland will take any adult back to their childhood, with featuring any toy or game that you can think of.
If you like souvenirs or novelty gifts, Down Memory Lane is a fun shop that sells collectibles and memorabilia from Gone with the Wind to Betty Boop. Ocean Candles sells candles, candle holders and everything related to candles.
When its time to eat, stop in the Red Eyed Frog Cafe, the only thing better than their food is the view of the Inlet.
If you wish to stay overnight the Inlet Lodge is a quaint little inn that caters to all ages. You can contact the Inlet Lodge at (800) 294-6583.

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One of the best values on the beach of Ocean City Maryland, is Jolly Rogers Amusement Park. With rides, games, a water park and go-kart track this park is a perfect day trip idea for those traveling to Maryland by Bus Charter.
Jolly Rogers has two locations one on the Ocean City Pier, the other is located at the 30th St Park. Both locations offer great rides and amusements for the entire family. The pier is a must-see for anyone visiting Ocean City.
Splash Mountain is a water park that features some of the coolest water rides in Maryland. New for 2006 is the 6 lane Super Racer Slide, race against your friends or strangers down a super slick water track. Or take the entire family on an adventure through the Rain Forest, an interactive water playground complete with water guns, water wheels and tipping buckets. The Rapids Ride is white water rafting simulation that will leave you absolutely soaked. There are 3 kiddie pools, each is filled with interactive play features.
Speedworld, offers 10 race tracks of different skill levels to test even the most professional driver. Race tracks and cars are available for all ages, so there is something for everyone here. A newly built Grand Entrance leads you into Speedworld, and is complete with racing arcade games, a souvenir shop and concession stand. Once inside Speedworld, you can choose between stock cars, super trucks, or Indy style cars. For the kids, the Kiddie Carts and Skittle Bugs offer a safe fun ride.
Jolly Rogers Amusement Park is a very good value for the group or family in Delaware on a bus charter. Jolly Rogers provides group sales, as well as catering for birthday parties or corporate events. Also their parking lot is big enough to accommodate even the largest charter bus. Groups or businesses can call 410-289-4902 for more information.

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Wednesday, July 26, 2006

Located in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware Midway Speedway and White Water Mountain is a great Amusement Park featuring go-kart racing and a great water park. This a great stop for any size group or family traveling around Delaware by charter bus.
Midway Speedway offers four different family tracks as well as three race tracks just for the little ones. The Family Track has two seat karts for both parent and child. If you prefer something more challenging, take on the oval track of the Super Trucks complete with banked turns just like the pro raceways. For another challenge, Midway Speedway is home to Rehoboth Beach's only Super 8 under and over racetrack. They didn't forget the kids either, for kids three and up there is are the Power Wheels and Electric Indy Car tracks; it will be hard to drag them away.
White Water Mountain is located right next to Midway Speedway and offers wet and wild fun for all ages. Three flumes for tubing, a large sunbathing deck, pool and slides make White Water Mountain the place to be in the heat of the summer. The kiddie pool provides a large wet mulit-level play area made just for getting and staying wet. White Water Mountain park also has a first class Arcade with all the classics such as Skee Ball, video games and sports games. A snack bar provides great munchies as well as ice-cream and beverages.
Midway Speedway and White Water Mountain provide groups and families with a great value, making it a perfect stop on a bus charter day trip through Delaware. They offer group discounts as well as birthday party rentals. Call Midway Speedway at (302) 644-2042 or White Water Mountain at (302) 645-8064 for details.

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Funland, a family amusement center is located on the boardwalk in Rehoboth, Delaware. Funland park is a great place for the entire family with rides, amusements for children of all ages. There over 18 rides and an Arcade with video games as well as classic pinball machines.
Since 1962, Funland has been providing family entertainment at great prices. Most of their rides are for the younger kids, but they also offer thrill rides to tempt even the most hardened thrill seeker. The kids will love the classic amusement park rides such as the Fire Engines, Motorcycles and Skyfighter. The Carousel is a favorite of all ages, was built in 1959 and survived the Great Storm of 1962. The kids also flock to the Jungle, an interactive play area with a ball pit, slide and Air Bounce.
If you like chills and thrills, Funland has something for you. Their Huanted Mansion is full of scares and thrills and is a favorite of Huanted House Fans all over the world. Gravitron gives you the feeling of weightlessness, as the room around you spins at over 2G's, the floor drops and you stay stuck to the wall.
Chaos and the Paratrooper and classic amusement park rides which will turn your stomach if you're not careful!
Funland, Rehoboth Beach, Delaware is a fun stop when traveling by bus charter, they are a family and group friendly establishment. Funland is opened from Mothers Day through Labor Day weekend. To contact them regarding group discounts or other information email Funland at funland@funlandrehoboth.com.

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Jungle Jim's Amusement Park located in Rehoboth Beach, Delaware is a perfect opportunity for a group or family traveling by bus charter. Jungle Jim's offers rides, amusements and sports for all ages.
A great place to beat the heat, Jungle Jim's has an amazing Water Park, with thrills and spills for visitors of all sizes. There's a Wave Pool, Rope Climb, Activity Pool and several giant water slides, all meant to keep you wet and cool. The Water Park even has a Kiddie Pool for the little ones.Jungle Jim's Bumper Boats are a fun ride for the whole family. Each Bumper Boat has its own water gun, water cannons and animals provide blasts of cool water.
A longtime favorite at Jungle Jim's are the Go Karts. There are five Go-Kart tracks to test every skill level. The Crocodile Mile is a tribute to Dover International Speedway & NASCAR, complete with banked turns and straight aways. The Python Track turns and winds as you race against up to 10 other karts. The Family Safari is a Family track, with two seaters for the kids to ride with their parents. Just for the Kids is the Cheetah Track, and the Kitty Track which provide smaller karts for the little ones.
Jungle Jim's also has two very nice Miniature Golf Courses. These courses aren't fun-filled amusements, but are real mini golf courses complete with water hazards, bunkers and professional landscaping. Theses courses can give even the most skilled golfer a run for their money.
The Sports Center at Jungle Jim's offers a state of the art Batting Cage. Batters can select either softball or hardboiled as well as speed. Also at the Sports Center is a 24 Ft vertical rock wall with three skill levels, this wall will challenge even the most experienced rock climbers.
Jungle Jim's Amusement and Water Park in Delaware is a great day-trip for all group sizes and families. When on a bus charter in Delaware with a family or group, Jungle Jim's will satisfy everyone's appetite for fun. They can be contacted at 302-227-8444.

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If you're looking for something wet, located in the Killens Pond State Park, Felton Delaware is the Killens Pond Water Park. Families and groups traveling to Delaware by bus charter will appreciate the value and fun that Killens Pond Water park has to offer.
The water parks feature gallons and gallons of cool summer fun. The Main Pool provides plenty of room for swimming as well as splashing around in the many interactive water features. Just chill out under the Mushroom Fountain or relax on one of the many underwater benches. Killen Pond Water Park has two 27 foot high Water slides that offers wet twists and turns that end up with a huge splash.
The Tot Pool has underwater bubblers, two frog slides and two fountains. Also for the little ones, the Tot Lot is a multi level playground with slides, water curtains and fountains.
If you prefer to relax, you can just hang out near the Main Pool. There is a trellised area which provides shade and a cool place to read, eat or whatever; as well as a large lawn to take in the sun rays. You can even get in on a game of "Beach" Volley ball on the sand court.
There is a new food concession which offers delicious summer treats, beverages and snacks. The Swim Shop sells swimmer, souvenirs and sun care products. Killen Water Park also offers baby changing stands, a bathhouse, showers and restrooms.
If you are traveling with a group or family to Delaware by bus charter, be sure to stop at Killen Water Park. There parking lot can handle a large charter bus and group discounts are available. Group reservations must be made two weeks in advance, call the Park Office for details 302.284.4526.

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Mainly a family park geared towards the children, Idlewild Park is a nice day-trip idea for a group or family traveling to Pennsylvania by bus charter.
Located in Ligonier Pennsylvania, Idlewild Park is a family oriented park whose origins date back to 1878. For its age, Idlewild is a thoroughly modern park feature both classic and cutting edge rides and amusements.
There are many attractions for the kids at Idlewild. A favorite of the kids as well as the adults is Mister Roger's Neighborhood of Make Believe. Everybody remembers Mr Rogers, and will love this attraction. Created by Fred Rogers exclusively for Idlewild Park, a life size trolley takes you on a tour of of the famous "Neighborhood of Make Believe". Meet and talk with characters such as King Friday XIII, Henrietta Pussycat and Prince Tuesday.
Since 1956, the Story Book Forest has been a special place for kids of all ages. Relive your favorite fairy tales and nursery rhymes in this fantasy filled attraction. Even adults will be taken back to their childhood surrounded by fairytale characters such as Mother Goose, Raggedy Ann & Andy, Goldilocks and Pinnochio.
There are thrill rides as well as the classics such as a gorgeous Ferris Wheel and a 80 year old traditional Carousel. The Rollo Coaster has been in service since 1938, this wooden roller coaster has been named a "Classic Coaster" by the American Coaster Enthusiasts. The Paratrooper is a thrill ride which simulates a parachute ride, only to be swooped up just before hitting the ground.
The Soak Zone is Idlewild's water park and features wet and wild water fun for every body. The pipeline plunge is a thrilling way to cool off, twisting down a 50 foot drop to be greeted by a cold curtain of water at the end. The kids can hang out at Captain Kidd's Adventure Gallery, a multilevel water play ground with slides and interactive sprayers. Parents may just want to hang out by the beautiful olympic size swimming pool.
Idlewild and Soak Zone provides a great value and great fun for groups or families on a bus charter trip in Delaware. They offer group discounts as well as catering picnics and birthday parties. For groups of 25 or more contact Group Sales at (724) 238-6784.

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Tuesday, July 25, 2006

Located in Lake George New York is the Great Escape and Splashwater Kingdom. A Six Flags theme park, Great Escape is a awesome value for any size group looking a great bus charter day trip.
With Amusements, Events and some of the most exciting rides on the East Coast, Great Escape has something for everyone. There are rides for visitors of all ages and the kids will love the Looney Tunes theme present throughout the park.
Great Escape and Splashwater Kingdom have over 135 rides and attractions. There are 7 roller coasters for the thrill seekers as well as 10 new rides in the Looney Tunes National Park just for the kids.
Just for the thrill seekers Great Escape offers the Canyon Blast Roller Coaster, a mining train that twists and turns over 2000 miles of track. If that's not enough then the Boomerang Roller Coaster will turn your stomach, if you like that sort of thing. Riders are taken to the top, backwards and then dropped into loops and corkscrews, if its not enough once you do it again;this time backwards.
A roller coaster not to be missed is the Comet. Rated one of the Top Wooden Roller Coasters in the World, the Comet is a classic coaster with a top speed of over 50mph.
Splashwater Kingdom is where you need to be on those hot summer days. Full of water amusements, there is something for the whole family. Capt'n Hook's Adventure River is over 1100 feet of wet water fun including waves, water bombs, geysers and waterfalls. The kids will love Noah's Sprayground, a pool and play just for them with waterfalls, fountains and a 27 foot high slide resembling Noahs Ark. Splashwater Kingdom also features a huge 500,000 gallon pool which features waves just like the ocean.
There are so many things for the kids to do at the Great Escape. Looney Tunes National park is dedicated to Bugs Bunny and his friends. Hang out with Yosemite Sam, Tweety and Daffy as the kids ride the Looney Tune's themed rides. Storytown is a fairytale land full of fantasy filled rides and attractions just for the kids.
Great Escape has plenty of souvenir and collectible shops as well places to eat. The Charecter Cafe in the Looney Tunes National Park serves delicious foods, deserts and beverages which will definitely appeal to the kids as well as families. Adults will not want to miss the Beer Garden which serves traditional German cuisine such as knockwurst, bratwurst, kielbasa as well as burgers and hot dogs.
Great Escape and Splashwater Kingdom offers a great value for a family or group that is looking to get away to a great New York location for a day on a bus charter. The park offers group rates as well as company and corporate outings. Contact their Group Sales Office at (518) 792-3500 ext.3361 for more information.

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Quassy Amusement Park is located in Middlebury Connecticut and is affordable fun for the entire family. Perfect for the family or group traveling to Connecticut by bus charter, Quassy offers a great value as well as a great time for all. Opened in 1908, Quassy has been a favorite of families everywhere.
Filled with amusements and rides for every age, there is something for everyone. Children will love the kiddy rides, with classic such as the Wet Boat Ride, Helicopters and Antique Merry Go Round, they'll have fun all day. Quassy also offers Family rides for both children as well as adults, the Frog Hoper, Slide and Grand Carousel all allow children of all ages.
Just for the adults is the Extreme Zone, a rock-climbing wall amusement that all thrill seekers to climb a 24 foot high wall. The wall has different paths and difficulty levels to challenge even the most experienced rock climber.
On those hot summer days, nothing beats the Saturation Station, an interactive play area. A multi-level playground featuring water cannon, fountains and two family sized slides. Located in Saturation Station is Lake Quassapaug, a gorgeous place to take a swim, boat ride or just relax with a picnic basket.
The Family Entertainment Center is a huge arcade featuring all the classic favorites such as Skee Ball, Pinball as well as video games such as Pac Man. There are over 50 games that allow you to win and choose from over a 1000 prizes.
Quassy Amusement Park is open from April until October, with hours of 11:00am to 10:00pm in the summer months. Quassy has many packages available for the large group or family in Connecticut on a charter bus, as well as Catered Events and Birthday Parties. Corporate Outings are also available, making it perfect for a corporate bus charter. Contact information is through their website at www.quassy.com.

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Beardsley Zoo is located in Bridgeport Connecticut and is home to some of the best zoo exhibits in the east. Close to New York City as well as New Jersey, Beardsley Zoo is a great way to spend a day when traveling by bus charter with a large group or family.
The exhibits at Beardsley Zoo are both adult and kid friendly. They offer many interactive exhibits that allow visitors to get up close and touch some of the most amazing animals from North and South America. Beardsley is home to many endangered species, and a strong member of the Animal Conservation Community.
Kids love the New England Farmyard where they get to interact, pet and feed some of their favorite farm animals. Filled with goats, sheep, cows, bunnies and chicks, the New England Farmyard also offers story telling and crafts for the little ones.
The Predator Walk exhibit includes many of North and South Americas most amazing predators. This exhibit offers a close up look at predators such as Tigers and Wolves. Along the way you may even get a chance to see bald eagles or an Andean Bear.
One of the largest greenhouses in Connecticut is located at Beardsley Zoo. Plants such as cacti, banana trees and orchids are on display, while the rest of the greenhouse is dedicated to growing many of the plant species that are used throughout the zoo's grounds and exhibits.
The Peacock Cafe is a great stop for a quick meal. You can eat indoors or out, the menu varies but is always delicious and kid friendly. You can also bring a picnic basket and use one of the many tables available.
Beardsley Zoo is a great place for school trips and large groups. They offer parking for a large charter bus as well as group discounts and group services such as tours and birthday parties. The main phone number is (203) 394-6565, For group sales call (203) 394-6572.

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Located in Mystic Connecticut, the Mystic Aquarium is one of the countries premiere aquariums. With over 15 natural exhibits, Mystic Aquarium offers a great value for any group traveling by bus charter to Connecticut.
Mystic Aquarium contains exhibits from all over the world, representing many of the most interesting habitats on the planet. There are programs and exhibits for kids of all ages as well as adults. Kids will find many interactive exhibits to explore and if they're not careful, they may actually learn from.
The Hidden Amazon is a recreation of an Amazon Rain Forest. Many animals of the Amazon have there home here; check out underwater environments filled with fish straight from the Rain Forest including live Pirahnas. The exhibit is filled with lizards and birds such as iquanas, bats and spiders. Don't forget to take a look at the amazing 10 inch bird eating tarantula; yes it eats birds.
For a hands on experience, the Ray Touch Pool is filled with cownose sting rays. These sting rays a graceful swimmers and skim the surface just close enough for you to touch them. Mystic Aquarium also offers the Discovery Lab, an interactive pool where children as well as adults can reach out and touch a wide variety of marine life. An exciting experience is to come face to face with a Beluga Whale at the Beluga Contact exhibit; wade in a pool and interact with one of the most beautiful creatures of the sea.
Always a favorite a Mystic Aquarium is Feeding Time. At various times during the day you can observe the staff feed sharks, penguins, whales, seals and more.
The Mystic Aquarium, Connecticut is very group friendly, offering discounts and parking for a large charter bus. With so much to do for children, Schools and families are welcome, as are Birthday Parties. For inquiries call 860.572.5955.

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Since 1963, Dutch Wonderland in Lancster Pennsylvania has been providing family entertainment to visitors from all over the world. In surveys conducted in 2004 and 2005, Wonderland was voted the Best Childrens Park in the World!
Including such classic rides as the Merry Go Round and Bumper Cars, Dutch Wonderland offers rides and amusements for the entire family. Take a splash on the Double Flume ride, a water roller coaster that has not one but two huge splashes at the end. Or fly through the Pipeline Plunge a water ride that sends you screaming through a dark tunnel and ends with a huge splash.
If you like to relax, Wonderland has some peaceful amusements like the gondola Cruise which takes you on a boat ride through beautiful gardens in a peaceful setting. The Merry Go Round is always a favorite with the young and old, and is really a relaxing way to wind down.
Keep the little ones busy at Dukes Lagoon, a water play area just for the kids. It features multi level play with spray jets and nozzles to jeep the little ones soaked and entertained.
Food at Wonderland is equally dedicated to the family. With portions for both adults and kids, there are treats for the entire family. Kids will just love decorating their own cookies with over 100 toppings at the Kids Cookie Kitchen. If you choose to bring your own food, you can picnic at the Family Picnic Pavillion.
Dutch Wonderland at Lancaster Pennsylvania is a terrific place for the family or group that travels by bus charter this summer. Wonderland is group and family friendly, offering group packages as well as birthday party specials. For Group or Birthday Party information call 1-866-FUNatDW.

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Monday, July 24, 2006

Rye Playland is one of New Yorks great Amusement Parks. With so much to offer Playland is a perfect choice for a large group or family planning a day-trip by bus charter.
A National Historic Landmark, Rye Playland has been opened since 1928. Offering a beach, rides, events, a pool, boardwalk and a pier on the Long Island sound, Rye Playland has something for the whole family.
Rye Playland has some serious thrill rides. On hot days the Log Flume is one of the most popular rides, with a big splash at the end its a great way to stay cool. Also cooling and wet is the Playland Plunge, get dropped in a boat from over 50 ft into a pool. If you're a roller coaster freak , the Dragon Coaster is for you; with a 128 foot drop this coaster has been around for over 75 years.
Kiddyland has rides just for the little ones. Rides include such kiddy favorites as the bumper cars, carousel, the kiddy boat ride and the kiddy whip. Most rides in Kiddyland are for kids under 48 inches.
Playland offer a relaxing day. If you prefer relaxing to thrill rides, you can take a Cruise on Playland Lake or if you can get a pedal boat and cruise the lake yourself. The boardwalk and beach offer incredible views and offer a great opportunity for a romantic waterfront stroll.
Rye Playland offers group discounts as well as catering and event planning making it perfect for a bus charter group.

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The Showboat Mardi Gras Casino is an exciting location for any group or family traveling by bus charter to Atlantic City New Jersey. The Showboat Mardi Gras Casino is located on the Atlantic City Boardwalk.
The elegant Showboat Mardi Gras Casino over 1200 hotel rooms and suites. The Bourbon Tower offers deluxe Rooms featuring king sized beds, TV, Pay Per View and voice mail. The Super Suites are over 1600 square foot of luxurious elegance. With a master bedroom, jacuzzi, fireplace, entertainment center and a balcony with a breathtaking view of the beach, boardwalk and Atlantic Ocean the Super Suites are the grandest suites in Atlantic City.
Newly add are the 22 House of Blues Suites, these gorgeous rooms include rock star amenities including butler, jacuzzi, wireless web access, fireplace and 42 inch plasma Screen. 24 Hour room service is available from where else but the House of Blues restaurant.
The Mardi Gras Casino is a bright, exciting atmosphere filled with all the casino favorites. There are over 3,900 slot machines, which accept everything from 5 cents to $500.00. With over 56 table games such as blackjack, roulette and craps there is a game for every player no matter what level. The Showboat Casino even has a high tech horse racing parlor which shows simulcasts from race tracks all over the country. Also for the poker fans, the House of Blues themed poker room offers 25 tables, food and beverages. You can play No Limit Texas Hold'Em plus all the classics such as three card and five card stud.
The House of Blues at the Showboat Atlantic City offers night life like never before seen on the boardwalk. The restaurant puts out some of the most delicious Southern food that you'll ever taste. And the multi level Music Hall has something for everyone with live concerts and the hottest DJ's.
The Showboat accommodates groups and corporations. Their staff is excellent at helping setup up large group events or corporate meetings. Their parking facilities can handle the largest charter bus, sedan or limousine which make the Showboat just perfect for group travel, day-trips or corporate events.

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Playland's Castaway Cove, is a traditional amusement park that offers family entertainment on the Ocean City New Jersey boardwalk. As they say "Just look for the Pirate Ship"!
Playland has a nice collection of rides and amusements, as well as a great selection of thrill rides. If you're daring enough, the Double Shot rockets you up to 110 feet and then drops you at an equally quick pace. Always a favorite is the Gravitron, a chamber that spins, while the floor drops you stay stuck to the wall. For true thrill seekers the Python is a high speed roller coaster that has a loop which turns you upside down at a furious speed.
There are many family rides at Playland. The classic bumper cars aren't fun just for the kids, and the Ferris Wheel offers a great view of the entire island of Ocean City and Atlantic City as well. The High Seas is a log flume ride that has a 45 ft drop with a huge splash waiting. You can even get a picture of your High Seas splash landing.
Playland has a great classic Arcade. You can win prizes as you show off your skills. This arcade has sports related games such as hockey, basketball and football as well as the classic Skee Ball. Also on premises is the Golden Galleon Pirates Miniature Golf, with two 19 hole pirate themed challenging courses.
Food and beverages are everywhere. You can smell the pop corn and cotton all over the park. Pizza, Hot Dogs, Hamburgers and other traditional fare are available.
Playland at Ocean City New Jersey is a great place for large groups or families looking for a value for a bus charter day-trip. They offer group discounts as well as birthday parties.

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New Yorks largest water them park is Water Safari & Enchanted Forest. Water Safer is located in Old Forge New York and was opened in 1956. 2006 marks its 50th Anniversary.
With over 50 rides and attractions Water Safari offers something for visitors of all ages. There are water rides as well as thrill rides and rides dedicated just to the little ones. And all the water at Water Safari is heated between 77 and 80 degrees.
If you like it wet, Water Safari is the place for you. There are over 15 water rides, with something for everyone. If you like you're water rides with a little thrill mixed in, then take a 280 foot slide at 30 miles per hour on Killermanjaro, a wild ride for sure. The Black River is a 500 foot dark tube that plunges you splashing into a heated pool. Raging Rapids is tube ride that speeds you bumpy, turning rapids with a big splash at the end.
There are cool water attractions for just the kids as well. Kids love the Kid Was, a pretend car wash that they can walk through and see what it feel like to be a car! The Sawmill is a family waterslide that everyone can enjoy; with various levels children and parents of all ages.
Water Safari also offers classic amusement park rides such as the carousel, Helicopters, Tilt A Whirl, Ferris Wheel and Round Up. The park also presents a great Circus Show twice a day complete with clowns, a Tiger Trainer and Acrobats.
Food and beverages are plenty and available throughout the park. French Fries, pizza and BBQ are some of the favorites. Paul Bunyan's All-U-Can Eat Adirondack BBQ is a feast of chicken, burgers, hot dogs and ribs, but is only open for one hour a day. Check out the new and very hot Dippin Dots Kiosk, one of the latest crazes dippin dots are tiny 'dots' of flavored ice cream.
Water Safari is really a great value for a large family or group traveling by bus charter. They offer free parking and their parking lot has space for the large sized charter bus.

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Clementon Amusement Park & Splash World is a top notch amusement park located in Clementon New Jersey. Since 1907, this park has been offering great values, and kept that traditional feel while having the most modern rides.
Clementon Amusement Park has rides and amusements for all ages. Their thrill rides are perfect for those that love the excitement. There are some really cool recent additions such as the J2 wooden roller coaster and the Inverter thrill rider which ends up with you being turned upside down. The log Flume is a great way to cool off, its a roller coaster ride through water, with a big splash at the end.
There are classical amusement park rides such as the classic antique Carousel, bumper cars for both the kids and adults and a Giant Ferris Wheel. The Ferris wheel is really impressive and offers a great view of the entire park. When you are ready to relax take a boat ride on the Clementon Bell and cruise around the peaceful Cementon Park Lake.
Splash World is a water park that offers a wet and wild day on some great water rides. Whether you like it wet or wet and wild there is something for everyone. If you prefer to relax, laze around in the Lazy river, which gently floats you around a relaxing river like setting. The kids will love the pool and the Pirate Ship playgrounds, the parents will love just soaking up the sun. For the extreme thrill seekers, a must is the Vertical Limit Racer which is a six lane mat race with a huge splash at the bottom.
Food is available throughout the park. Vending machines and vendors are also all over the park offering sodas and sweets. You can bring packed lunches as long as you eat in the Picnic area.
Clementon Amusement Park offers group discounts and even catering, so it is perfect for a large group or family looking for a great bus charter day-trip. Just bring a bathing suit and sun screen!

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Sunday, July 23, 2006

Located across from the Taj Mahal, in Atlantic City New Jersey is the Steel Pier Amusement Park. The Steel Pier is one of the Jersey shores best values when it comes to a bus charter group or large family day trip.
With rides and games, and a its proximity to the gaming action of the worlds best casinos, the Steel Pier is a great day for the entire family. There are the classic amusement park rides such as the Bumper Cars, Tilt A Whirl and a Ferris Wheel. On a hot day, get cool and wet on the Log Flume ride, a bumpy water ride with a big splash at the end, its kind of a roller coaster but in water.
There are kiddy rides galore. All the favorites plus a few more. Kids love the kiddy roller coaster, a scaled down version that has just enough thrills for the little ones. The kiddy go carts are always are favorite and sometimes a little crowded, the kids love to drive.
The Steel Pier offers live Shows and events, as well as an International Food Court for treats and snacks. Tasty treats from Italy, Mexico and China are available as are ice cream and delicious deserts. There is cotton candy, pop-corn and beverages available throughout the park.
The Steel Pier is opened from Memorial Day through Labor Day. Its hours are Mon-Fri 3:00pm to Midnight and Sat & Sun 3:00pm to 1:00am. When in Atlantic City New Jersey with the family or a bus charter group, the Steel Pier is a must see.

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Located in Beach Haven/Long Beach, New Jersey Fantasy Island Amusement Park is a treasure of fun for children as well as adults. A classic, Victorian styled park Fantasy Island is a timeless classic.
The park is full of amusements, rides and food. The rides are classic amusement park rides. The Carousel is a classic Victorian tribute to the great carousels of the early 1900's with features rarely seen in today's modern age. The Carousel animals are beautifully crafted and impeccably maintained, some dating back to 1900.
No amusement park would be complete without a Ferris wheel and Fantasy Island has one that cant be beat. Standing over 65 feet tall the Giant Wheel offers a spectacular view of the bay and Beach Haven Island. The Giant Wheel has over 5000 lights that when lit at night make the wheel visible for miles.
For thrill rides, if your stomach is up to it get on the Sea Dragon, a ship which swings back and forth at a pretty fast pace. The Dragon Coaster is a mini roller coaster but has a couple of exciting suprises thrown in just to keep it interesting.
There are rides just for the kids and a bunch of classic rides that will take any adult back to their child hood. Who can forget the Bumper Cars and Tilt A Whirl Fantasy Island also has a great classic Arcade, full of the great games and prizes.
Food and beverages are available at the Food Court. They serve delicious hamburgers, pizza, cheese steaks and fries. The Sugar Shack tempts your sweet tooth with mouth watering, fresh made cotton candy and caramel corn. And what day at an amusement park would be complete without ice cream, the Ice Cream Parlor offers the freshest ice creams and toppings, Italian Ices, as well Yogurts and they make a great milk shake!
Fantasy Island, Long Beach New Jersey is one of those places that is a great value for any size bus charter group. Large families traveling by charter bus will love the atmosphere as well as the prices.

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Thundering Surf Water Park is located in Long Beach Island New Jersey and is a definite place to be in the hot summer weather. This park is fun for all ages, and has recently added a new kiddie section, Kowabunga Beach. Kowabunga Beach is a multi-level playground and water slide just for the kids. There is also a section just for the parents to relax and take the sun, because lets face it, you will never get them out of Kowabunga Park!
With 8 water slides, Thundering Surf Water Park can really beat the heat on those over heated summer days. Its your choice, wet and wild or really wet and really wild. The Lazy Crazy River lets you lay back and cruise in a cool river setting, but as soon as you get relaxed the rapids start and the waves churn and splash.
A great amusement for the whole family is Adventure Golf. The 2 18 Hole gorgeously maintained Miniature Golf Course . Its a great way for dad to work on his skills while teaching the youngsters the basics. Its also just a great way to have fun.
Thundering Surf is Open from Memorial Day through Labor Day, Monday to Sunday 9:00am to 7:30pm. With the beach just a few steps away and a place for the parents to hang out, Thundering Surf is a great place for a large family or group planning a bus charter day trip. Group pricing is available as is bus parking.

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Located in Egg Harbor New Jersey, just 10 Miles of Atlantic City is Storybook Land, a great place for the family to spend the day. While it is a place for children, adults will be reminded of the simpler times of childhood inside its fantasy filled attractions.
Storybook Land is geared towards the younger children so there are many rides and attractions tailored towards the youngsters. There is a beautiful old style Carousel, that will bring back the child in any adult. The Happy Dragon is a pint sized roller coaster with just enough thrills for the youngsters.
Storybook Land also offers Special Seasonal Events. The Trick or Treat Weekend, is held the last weekend on October and the kids can trick or treat from the different stations setup around the park. The Third Saturday in November Storybook Land hosts the arrival of Mr & Ms Claus, at dusk Santa comes down the chimney and lights the Parks Christmas Display.
Food and souvenir items are available throughout the park. Delicious Amusement Park fare such as burgers, pizza and ice cream are available in portions just right for the little ones. Picnic lunches are allowed, however prepared foods from outside vendors are not.
Admission is 17.95 for each child or adult, and there is no charge for children under two years of age. The park is open from April 1st to December 30th, with various schedules and weather permitting.
Storybook Park offers a great travel opportunity for the school or large family planning to travel by charter bus. The prices are right and they offer free convienent parking for large charter buses.

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Keansburg Amusement Park and Runaway Rapids Family Waterpark is a fun day for the entire family. Located on the Jersey Shore, Keansburg Amusement Park is an affordable day for the school, family or group looking for a great bus charter value.
Keansburg Amusement Park is combination of that old fashioned Boardwalk entertainment and modern, cutting edge amusement park. There are rides and amusements for all ages, with food and fun at every turn.
For those who like it wet and wild Keansburg take a fast and furious ride down the Super Slide a thirty foot water slide. Or get a good splashing on the old fashioned Flume Ride, which is a great way to keep cool on a hot day.
If you like roller coasters and thrill rides, you have got to take a ride on the Sea Serpent Roller Coaster a mini coaster that dips and curves without being too much of a scare. The Double Shot is for dare devils and people with a strong stomach. First you are blasted over 100 feet in the air and then dropped, quite a ride.
The little ones wont be disappointed since there are enough rides to keep even the fussiest child happy. The Merry Go Round is always a favorite, as is the Boat Ride and Motorcycle Ride. The A Red Barron, takes the children on a flight, soaring in a WW I airplane.
Food and Beverages are located throughout the Park. Scrumptious treats such as cotton candy, candy apples, pop-corn and caramel corn are some of the favorites. Keansburg Amusement Park is open during the summer, usually from 10:00am to 12:00pm which makes a perfect bus charter day trip. Its a great value for the whole family, group or school.

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