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Route 66
by – MJ, Oct. 18, 2007 Route 66 is widely known as “The Mother Road” and recently spoofed in the animated film “Cars”. The images and thought of early American travelers celebrate the romance and freedom of automobile travel of Route 66. It was also made famous from the hit song “Get Your Kicks on Route 66” by Bobby Troup sung in 1946. As mentioned in the... more »
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San Francisco
by – Jordan Allen, Tour Manager, North America Welcome to the West’s most ‘Eastern’ city. San Francisco, USA is a city that sprung up overnight following the discovery of gold, a city that has rebuilt itself in the wake of devastating earthquakes, and a city that prides itself on its cultural and ethnic diversity. There is never a shortage of things to do in San Fra... more »
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Transport – North America
Our modern, air conditioned coaches have been selected by Contiki with your comfort, safety and scenic viewing in mind. All our coaches in the USA and Canada are fitted with video and/or DVD players and monitors as well as stereo sound systems and capabilities to play CD’s, I-pods, other MP3 players and the like. Contiki does not reserve or allocate seating on any of our... more »
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ATM's and cash machines - North America
More Tour and Travel Advice for the USA and Canada by – Angie, Tour Manager, North America Accessing money is hardly ever a problem. There are banks, Western Unions, and ATMs along the tour. Something to double-check prior to leaving is that your ATM card is able to be used in the United States.
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Arrival times - North America
More Tour and Travel Advice for the USA and Canada As much as you probably won’t want it to, the tour has got to end some time. Weather, traffic and other external factors out of our control may effect arrival times, therefore these times should be used as a general guide. Finishing at the Stovalls Inn, Anaheim Tours finishing in Anaheim should arrive at... more »
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Baseball
Take me out to the ball game! It is America’s National Sport. For a true taste of US sporting culture nothing beats sitting in the stands, eating a hot dog, taking the 7th inning stretch and maybe even catching a foul ball. Although going to a game is not scheduled on any tours, there is loads of free time on tours to hit up a game in cities and teams like the Anaheim Angels, Boston Red Sox, Chicag... more »
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Amarillo
by – Alex McCarty, Tour Manager, North America What is certainly one of the last bastions of frontier life in America, Amarillo is a Texas town that has more cattle living there than humans! With a population of around 250,000, the world’s largest cattle auction takes place in Amarillo every year, where 275,000 head of cattle are auctioned off to the highest bidders. But cows are not the only thi... more »
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Tours that visit Route 66
- Grand Southern (Start Los Angeles) 26 Days
- Grand Southern (Start New York) 27 Days
- LA to the Bay 10 Days
- Southern Adventure (LA to NO) 13 Days
- Southern Adventure (NO to LA) 13 Days
- Western Highlights 9 Days
- Wild Western 14 Days
- Winter Wild Western 14 Days
- Winter L.A. to the Bay 11 Days
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For a great view of the city (especially at night) go to the top of the Eiffel Tower at Paris. It also offers a great vantage point for viewing the water show at the Bellagio.
I bought a high sierra duffel bag - it has a zip down panel on the back and you can pull out the back pack straps…I also have a laptop back pack…
I went alone last summer (06). I met some wonderful people…I liked it so much, that I am going on the London + Paris trip next week (alone again).
