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Vacation Packages Travel Planner Options: My Travel Planner | Attractions | Events | Accommodations | Outdoor Adventures | Agri-Tourism | Golf Courses | Regions | Photo Galleries | Vacation Packages From family vacations to outdoor adventures to intimate retreats, vacation packages and discounts are available to fulfill the whims of any traveler. For more information, use the links below to find packages by region. Please use the map on the right for guidance. Post a free link to your vacation package on VisitNebraska.org by simply emailing us . Panhandle Region Prairie Lakes Region Sandhills Region Frontier Trails Region Pioneer Country Region Metro Region Lewis and Clark Region Panhandle Region Oregon Trail Golf Getaway Take in 18 holes of golf, with cart, at the trailside course of your choiceRiverview Golf Course or Monument Shadows Golf Course. Package includes one night of lodging, 18 holes of golf plus cart, and coupons for meals at local restaurants. Cost is $100. For more information, contact Nan Fanning at 308-635-1600 or send E-mail to 3830@hotel.cendant.com . Back to Top Time Travel to the Northern Panhandle Reconnect with the spirit of days gone by while visiting an Old West cow town in northern Sioux County,Nebraska. First, set up camp at the High Plains Homestead , home of the Drifters Cookshack and Bunkhouse. Surrounded by rugged badlands and framed by the ponderosa-clad Pine Ridge of northwest Nebraska, each of the six Bunkhouse rooms is furnished to invoke a sense of the Old West. Every room offers a private bath and air-conditioning but no telephone or TV. Meals are available at the Cookshack throughout your stay, and if it fits into your plans, belly up for the open-pit grilled steak or pork back rib dinners served on Friday and Saturday nights. Your complete time-travel package also includes admission to the Hudson-Meng Bison Bonebed/Kill Site , an archeological excavation in progress. Also take time to visit the worlds largest mammoth research facility, the Mammoth Site of Hot Springs , South Dakota, where you can tour an active paleontological dig for Ice Age fossils. Reserve at least one morning or afternoon for a visit to Toadstool Geological Park , which is noted for its lunar-like geological formations and scientifically valuable fossil deposits. The park also contains the longest known mammal trackway from the Oligocene epoch; the trackway is featured in the self-guided trail brochure. Following your day trips, enjoy an evening back at the Homestead front porch with its magnificent view of the Milky Way. Costs (including room tax): $215.00 for a single adult; $255.00 per adult couple; $275.00 for a family of two adults and two children. (Family rates will vary depending on family size.) These costs include: Three (3) nights stay at High Plains Homestead , with breakfast each morning. Admission to Hudson-Meng Bison Bonebed/Kill Site . Admission to the Mammoth Site of Hot Springs . Park admission fee to Toadstool Geological Park . This offer is not valid in conjunction with other discounts or promotions. Reservations are required. For details or to make reservations, call Mike or Linda Kesselring, High Plains Homestead, at 308-665-2592, e-mail drifter@highplainshomestead.com , or visit the Web site at www.highplainshomestead.com . Offer is good June 1September 5, 2005. Back to Top Upland Game Hunting & More (Package 1) We invite you to get away to Sidney, relax, and try your skill at upland game or target practice with sporting clays. This package includes: One night’s stay at the Days Inn Half a day of hunting at Prairie Springs Dinner at the Buffalo Point Restaurant (includes a cocktail) Adult movie admission for the Fox Theatre It is not often that you find a location offering such tranquility with rolling hills, fresh water springs, open ponds, and scenic prairies abundant in brush cover and grass. Start your weekend with a restful night at the Days Inn in Sidney. In the morning, enjoy an expanded continental breakfast including Belgium waffles before heading out to Prairie Springs Upland Game Hunting (located 33 miles north of Sidney) for half a day of hunting quail, pheasant, or a combination of game (quail, pheasant, and chukar). All necessary hunting permits must be obtained by hunters and are available at Prairie Springs. Upon your return to Sidney, plan a stop at Cabela’s for lunch at the High Plains Cache and a tour of their world famous wildlife exhibit. Later in the day, you can relax and enjoy dinner in the rustic atmosphere of the Buffalo Point Restaurant and then take in a movie at the Fox Theatre . If you’d like to extend your stay and visit more of Sidney, call 800-421-4769 for a complete tourism packet. The cost of this excursion is $195 per person (price includes tax). For reservations, contact George at 308-254-2121. For more information on Prairie Springs, visit www.prairiespringsllc.com . Back to Top Upland Game Hunting & More (Package 2) We invite you to get away to Sidney, relax, and try your skill at upland game or target practice with sporting clays. This package includes: One nights stay at the Days Inn One full day of hunting at Prairie Springs Lunch (provided by Prairie Springs) Dinner at the Buffalo Point Restaurant (includes a cocktail) It is not often that you find a location offering such tranquility with rolling hills, fresh water springs, open ponds, and scenic prairies abundant in brush cover and grass. Start your weekend with a restful night at the Days Inn in Sidney. In the morning, enjoy an expanded continental breakfast including Belgium waffles before heading out to Prairie Springs Upland Game Hunting (located 33 miles north of Sidney) for a full day of hunting quail, pheasant, or a combination of game (quail, pheasant, and chukar). All necessary hunting permits must be obtained by hunters and are available at Prairie Springs. After a pleasant lunch at Prairie Springs, head back out to continue your hunt. Upon your return to Sidney, relax and enjoy dinner in the rustic atmosphere of the Buffalo Point Restaurant. If youd like to extend your stay and visit more of Sidney, call 800-421-4769 for a complete tourism packet. The cost of this hunting excursion is $226.00 per person (price includes tax). For reservations, contact George at 308-254-2121. For more information on Prairie Springs, visit www.prairiespringsllc.com . Back to Top Prairie Lakes Region All-Girl Getaway Spend a weekend, just the girls, shopping and relaxing in North Platte. This package includes: One night at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in North Platte in a Jacuzzi Suite $250 in Mall Bucks Gift certificate for two to Whiskey Creek Gift certificate for two executive chair massages from On Site Massage Check in at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, where a swimming pool, whirlpool, and 24/7 exercise facility await you. Fresh baked chocolate chip cookies and milk are available in the lobby from 89 p.m., and the Express Start Breakfast Bar featuring the Worlds Famous Cinnamon Roll is a great way to start off the day Shop till you drop (or at least until your Mall Bucks are gone!) at Herbergers, JCPenney, Maurices, Buckle, Vanity, and the many other stores in the North Platte Mall. Mall Hours: MF: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. Sat: 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sun: 12 p.m. to 6 p.m. Enjoy a little girl talk over dinner at Whiskey Creek and then sit back and relax as Shari Keys, L.M.T., gives you each an executive chair massage right at the Holiday Inn Express. Every mom deserves this kind of pampering! While in North Platte, you may also want to take in the 20th Century Veterans Memorial, the Lincoln County Museum, Buffalo Bill Ranch State Historical Park, and Cody Park. The cost of this package for two is $475. For more information or to make reservations, call 888-562-9500 or e-mail teresa@hiexpressnp.com . Back to Top A Just for Kids Weekend in North Platte #1 Enjoy an entire weekend of family fun! Experience North Platte with your children. For a family of up to six, this package includes: Two nights at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in North Platte in the Kids Suite, complete with king-sized bed, a set of bunk beds in its own small private room, microwave, mini refrigerator, and Nintendo 64. Gift certificate to Perkins Gift certificate for 14 children at the North Platte Area Childrens Museum Gift certificates for Cody Park Rides and Concession Gift certificate for Cody Park Swimming Pool Fridays Schedule: Check in at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, where a swimming pool, whirlpool, and 24/7 exercise facility await you. Stop by the lobby for fresh baked chocolate chip cookies and milk before bedtime. Enjoy your first S.M.A.R.T. nights sleep at the Holiday Inn Express. Saturdays Schedule: Wake up and enjoy the Express Start Breakfast Bar featuring the Worlds Famous Cinnamon Roll. Spend some time exploring the North Platte Area Childrens Museum. Take the kids for a drive around Cody Park, and stop to feed the animals with your animal kit (provided at check-in). Swing by the Cody Park Concession Stand and use your gift certificates to enjoy the best soft serve ice cream in North Platte. Then experience the rides at the Cody Park Amusement Center. The Cody Park Swimming Pool, open from 1:008:30 p.m., is your next stop. Have either lunch ordinner at Perkins with your meal gift certificate. After all of that excitement, get a second S.M.A.R.T. nights sleep at the Holiday Inn Express. Sundays Schedule: Enjoy another morning of the Express Start Breakfast Bar. Do a little shopping at the North Platte Mall, Super Wal-Mart, and the many unique and specialty shops of downtown North Platte. Be sure to tour the 20th Century Veterans Memorial, a tribute to all branches of the military. The Lincoln County Museum and Buffalo Bill Ranch are great stops as well, both offering a historic look at North Platte. Crane-viewing maps are also available during the crane migration season for sightseeing drives. Then head back home and rest up from your big weekend. Monday's Schedule: Tell everyone at work and school how much fun you had in North Platte! Total package costs $320 for two adults and up to four children. For more information or to make reservations, call 888-562-9500 or e-mail teresa@hiexpressnp.com . Back to Top A Just for Kids Weekend in North Platte #2 Enjoy an entire weekend of family fun! Experience North Platte with your children. For a family of up to six, this package includes: Two nights at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in North Platte in the Kids Suite, complete with king-sized bed, a set of bunk beds in its own small private room, microwave, mini refrigerator, and Nintendo 64. Gift certificate to Perkins Gift certificate for 14 children at the North Platte Area Childrens Museum Gift certificates for Cody Park Rides and Concession Fridays Schedule: Check in at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, where a swimming pool, whirlpool, and 24/7 exercise facility await you. Stop by the lobby for fresh baked chocolate chip cookies and milk before bedtime. Enjoy your first S.M.A.R.T. nights sleep at the Holiday Inn Express. Saturdays Schedule: Wake up and enjoy the Express Start Breakfast Bar featuring the Worlds Famous Cinnamon Roll. Spend some time exploring the North Platte Area Childrens Museum. Take the kids for a drive around Cody Park, and stop to feed the animals with your animal kit (provided at check-in). Swing by the Cody Park Concession Stand and use your gift certificates to enjoy the best soft serve ice cream in North Platte. Then experience the rides at the Cody Park Amusement Center. Have either lunch or dinner at Perkins with your meal gift certificate. After all of that excitement, get a second S.M.A.R.T. nights sleep at the Holiday Inn Express. Sundays Schedule: Enjoy another morning of the Express Start Breakfast Bar. Do a little shopping at the North Platte Mall, Super Wal-Mart, and the many unique and specialty shops of downtown North Platte. Be sure to tour the 20th Century Veterans Memorial, a tribute to all branches of the military. The Lincoln County Museum and Buffalo Bill Ranch are great stops as well, both offering a historic look at North Platte. Crane-viewing maps are also available during the crane migration season for sightseeing drives. Then head back home and rest up from your big weekend. Monday's Schedule: Tell everyone at work and school how much fun you had in North Platte! Total package costs $300 for two adults and up to four children. For more information or to make reservations, call 888-562-9500 or e-mail teresa@hiexpressnp.com . Back to Top Lake Maloney Golf Package for Four Take Friday afternoon off and enjoy a fun-filled weekend for four at Lake Maloney, located just south of North Platte. This package includes: Two nights in the three-room king executive suite, complete with in-room Jacuzzi, at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Gift certificate for four to Anchor Inn Restaurant on Friday night Limo service for Friday night 18 holes of golf and cart rental for four golfers Gift certificate for four to Whiskey Creek Steakhouse on Saturday night Fridays Schedule: Check in at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, complete with swimming pool, whirlpool, and 24/7 exercise facility. Climb into the waiting limousine to travel to the Anchor Inn Restaurant in style for dinner and cocktails. Relax in the limo as you ride around the lake and take in the beautiful view. Enjoy your first S.M.A.R.T. nights sleep at the Holiday Inn Express. Saturdays Schedule: Wake up and enjoy the Express Start Breakfast Bar featuring the Worlds Famous Cinnamon Roll. Spend the day playing 18 holes at the Lake Maloney Golf Course. Head to Whiskey Creek Steakhouse for dinner and cocktails. Get a second S.M.A.R.T. nights sleep at the Holiday Inn Express. Sundays Schedule: Enjoy another morning of the Express Start Breakfast Bar. Do a little shopping and sightseeing around North Platte. Then head back home and rest up from your big weekend. Monday's Schedule: Tell everyone at work how much fun you had in North Platte Golfin the Lake! Total package costs $1,050 for four adults. For more information or to make reservations, call 888-562-9500 or e-mail teresa@hiexpressnp.com . Back to Top Lake Maloney Golf Package for Two Take Friday afternoon off and enjoy a fun-filled weekend at Lake Maloney, located just south of North Platte. This package includes: Two nights in the two-room king executive suite with in-room Jacuzzi at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites Gift certificate for two to Anchor Inn Restaurant on Friday night 18 holes of golf and cart rental for two golfers Gift certificate for two to Whiskey Creek Steakhouse on Saturday night Fridays Schedule: Check in at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, complete with swimming pool, whirlpool, and 24/7 exercise facility. Dine at the Anchor Inn Restaurant. Take a relaxing drive around the lake and experience the beautiful view. Enjoy your first S.M.A.R.T. nights sleep at the Holiday Inn Express. Saturdays Schedule: Wake up and enjoy the Express Start Breakfast Bar featuring the Worlds Famous Cinnamon Roll. Spend the day playing 18 holes at the Lake Maloney Golf Course. Head to Whiskey Creek Steakhouse for dinner. Get a second S.M.A.R.T. nights sleep at the Holiday Inn Express. Sundays Schedule: Enjoy another morning of the Express Start Breakfast Bar. Do a little shopping and sightseeing around North Platte. Then head back home and rest up from your big weekend. Monday's Schedule: Tell everyone at work and school how much fun you had in North Platte! Total package costs $480 for two adults. For more information or to make reservations, call 888-562-9500 or e-mail teresa@hiexpressnp.com . Back to Top Deer Hunting Package Bring yourself and a friend for five full days of guided deer hunting at Seifer Farms in Sutherland and five full nights in a standard room at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in North Platte. Meals during the hunt are on your own. Suggestions include a sack lunch from Freshway Sandwiches in Sutherland or dinner and drinks at Oles Big Game Steakhouse & Lounge in Paxton. At night, relax and refuel with five gift certificates for two to Whiskey Creek Wood Fire Grill, Applebees Neighborhood Bar & Grill, Perkins Restaurant & Bakery, Rogers Fine Foods in North Platte, or Butchs Steakhouse in Hershey. Package begins the second week of November 2005. Hunters must obtain hunting permits; visit www.ngpc.state.ne.us for information. *$500.00 Deposit to Hold Date. Cost is $2,785. For reservations, call Teresa at 1-888-562-9500. Back to Top Pheasant and Duck Hunting Package This weekend hunting package offers one full day of guided hunting for two at Seifer Farms in Sutherland and two nights in a standard room at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in North Platte. Duck hunting begins in the morning, followed by pheasant hunting in the afternoon. Meals during the hunt are on your own. Suggestions include a sack lunch from Freshway Sandwiches in Sutherland or dinner and drinks at Oles Big Game Steakhouse & Lounge in Paxton. Also receive a gift certificate for dinner for two at Whiskey Creek Wood Fire Grill in North Platte. Package runs October 2005January 2006. Hunters must obtain hunting permits; visit www.ngpc.state.ne.us for information. Cost is $565. For reservations, call Teresa at 1-888-562-9500. Back to Top Pheasant or Duck Hunting Package Hunt either pheasant or duck for one full day at Seifer Farms in Sutherland. Package includes guided hunting for two and two nights in a standard room at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in North Platte. Meals during the hunt are on your own. Suggestions include a sack lunch from Freshway Sandwiches in Sutherland or dinner and drinks at Oles Big Game Steakhouse & Lounge in Paxton. Also receive a gift certificate for dinner for two at Whiskey Creek Wood Fire Grill in North Platte. Package runs October 2005January 2006. Hunters must obtain hunting permits; visit www.ngpc.state.ne.us for information. Cost is $485. For reservations, call Teresa at 1-888-562-9500. Back to Top Weekend Golf Package Tee up for a Saturday or Sunday of golf in the Wild, Wild West! Iron Eagle Golf Course in North Platte invites you and a friend for 18 holes of golf, including cart rental. This package also includes two gift certificates to Whiskey Creek Wood Fire Grill and one night in a standard room with one king or two queen-size beds at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites. Cost is $235. For reservations, call Teresa at 1-888-562-9500. Back to Top DELUXE Weekend Golf Package Treat yourself and a friend to a Saturday or Sunday of golf, including cart rental, at Iron Eagle Golf Course in North Platte. At the end of the day, follow your run with two gift certificates to Whiskey Creek Wood Fire Grill and one night in a Jacuzzi suite at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites. Cost is $269.99. For reservations, call Teresa at 1-888-562-9500. Back to Top Weekday Golf Package Bring a friend to Iron Eagle Golf Course in North Platte for 18 holes of golf, including cart rental, any day Monday through Friday. Afterward, treat yourselves with two gift certificates to Whiskey Creek Wood Fire Grill and one nights stay at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites. Cost is $225. For reservations, call Teresa at 1-888-562-9500. Back to Top DELUXE Weekday Golf Package Swing over to Iron Eagle Golf Course in North Platte for 18 holes of golf for two, including cart rental. That evening, celebrate with two gift certificates to Whiskey Creek Wood Fire Grill and one night in a Jacuzzi suite at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites. Cost is $255. For reservations, call Teresa at 1-888-562-9500. Back to Top Go-Kart Package Its the perfect way to rev up your weekend: one gift certificate to Cody Go-Karts in North Platte, plus a gift certificate to Village Inn Restaurant and one night in a standard room at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites. Cost is $210. For reservations, call Teresa at 1-888-562-9500. Back to Top Waterslide Package A cool deal for a hot day: Four all-day passes to the Waterslide at Cody Go-Karts from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. daily. Also receive a gift certificate to Perkins Restaurant & Bakery and one nights stay in a standard room at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites. Offer good June 1Sept. 5. Cost is $195. For reservations, call Teresa at 1-888-562-9500. Back to Top Go-Kart and Waterslide Package Water, sun, and family fun! Receive four all-day passes to the Waterslide at Cody Go-Karts from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. daily, plus 10 Go-Kart passes. That evening, treat the family with a gift certificate to Whiskey Creek Wood Fire Grill and one night in a standard room at Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites. Offer good June 1Sept. 5. Cost is $220. For reservations, call Teresa at 1-888-562-9500. Back to Top Sandhills Region Ainsworth Golf Package Nebraska is often described as a lesson in contrasts, and this golf package proves it. Two vastly different golf courses await discovery in the Nebraska Sandhills: Ainsworth Municipal offers challenging fairways and incredibly fast greens, while Deer Park offers plenty of opportunities to enjoy the rolling countryside and tributaries of the Niobrara River. The package includes 1 or 2 nights at Ainsworth Inn Bed and Breakfast plus breakfast, 1 or 2 meals in the Tearoom, and 18 holes at both courses. Generally no tee times are necessary. Be sure to ask about side trips to a nearby ghost town, ranch tours, or scenic tours along the Niobraradesignated a National Scenic River. Cost is $152 per person for 1 night; $236 for 2 nights. Call Linda at Ainsworth Inn Bed and Breakfast , 402-387-0408, or send E-mail to ainsworthinn@yahoo.com for details or to make reservations. Back to Top Seeking Feathered Friends? Then seek refuge in two of the best bird-watching locations in the state: Valentine Wildlife Refuge and Fort Niobrara Wildlife Refuge, both in Cherry County. This region lies in the middle of the transition between the Rocky Mountain coniferous forest and the deciduous regions of the east. The Central Niobrara Valley is also home to various isolated plants and animals that have survived in the cool canyons since the end of the Ice Age about 10,000 years ago. While in the area, stop by Smith Falls State Park to see the highest waterfall in Nebraska. Or explore delightful downtown Valentine, which features one of the best bookstores in all of Nebraska, The Plains Trading Company. Also be sure to visit The Gallery, a unique quilt and gift shop renowned to quilt enthusiasts, and Fashions for Women, whose apparel is second to none. After a long day of trekking, come home to the award-winning Holiday Inn Express in Valentine. Relax in the indoor pool and hot tub, and awaken the next day to an outstanding continental breakfast of biscuits and gravy, fresh-baked cinnamon rolls, muffins, bagels, cereals, fresh fruit, and more. This package includes two nights in a standard room at the Holiday Inn Express, a gift certificate for packed lunches for two from Subway, and a gift certificate for two to the famous Peppermill Steak House in downtown Valentine. Cost is $243.95 for Sunday, Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday and $283.95 for Friday and Saturday. Taxes not included. For reservations, call 1-877-376-3003, e-mail holidayex@sandhillswireless.net , or fax 1-402-376-1133. Back to Top Get Stars in Your Eyes You are cordially invited to the Nebraska 12th Annual Star Party, July 31August 5, at Merritt Reservoir. This remote areas sparse population, dark skies, 3,100-foot altitude, and dry upland plateau offer a low-haze, high-transparency, out-of-this-world stargazing experience. Veteran observers are astounded by the brightness of the summer Milky Way and the ability to view faint stars as they rise unobstructed above the horizon. For those who are new to the hobby of astronomy, a daily field school is available. Visit http://nebraskastarparty.org for more information. The Holiday Inn Express in Valentine is the perfect place to get a good days sleep so you can see the stars at night. After a long night of stargazing, come back to the hotel for an outstanding continental breakfast of biscuits and gravy, fresh-baked cinnamon rolls, muffins, bagels, cereals, fresh fruit, and more. This package includes lodging in a standard room for Sunday, July 31Thursday, August 4 (five nights). Enjoy dinner for two with a gift certificate to the famous Peppermill Steak House in downtown Valentine, and receive a $50 gift certificate to the Plains Trading Company, where you're sure to find the perfect book on Nebraskas skies, Nebraskas Sandhills, or Nebraskas western lore. Cost is $595.00. Taxes not included. For reservations, call 1-877-376-3003, e-mail holidayex@sandhillswireless.net , or fax 1-402-376-1133. Back to Top Frontier Trails Region Play Lexington Weekend Golf Getaway Enjoy one full weekend of golf and good times for up to four people! Start the day at any one of Lexingtons three surrounding golf courses. Follow up with a satisfying dinner and a good nights rest at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites. For a foursome of golfers, this package includes: Three golf gift certificates for four to be used at Wild Horse Golf Club, Lakeside Country Club, and Cozad Country Club. Two nights stay in two rooms, each with two queen beds, at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites in Lexington. One meal gift certificate for four at either of two Lexington legends: R.C. Galley Restaurant or the Veterans Club Steakhouse. Fridays Schedule: Check in at the Holiday Inn Express Hotel & Suites, where a swimming pool, a whirlpool, and a 24/7 exercise facility await you. Golf today or on Saturday. Enjoy dinner at either restaurant on us with your gift certificate. Enjoy your first night of Smart Sleep at the Holiday Inn Express. Saturdays Schedule: Wake up and enjoy the Express Start Breakfast Bar featuring the Worlds Famous Cinnamon Roll. Golf all dayon one or two courses, in whatever orderits up to you. Each golf certificate includes 18 holes of golf and cart rental for a foursome of golfers. Get a second night of Smart Sleep at the Holiday Inn Express. Sundays Schedule: Wake up from your Smart Sleep and enjoy the Express Start Breakfast Baragain!Golf the third course today. Then drive home and rest up from your big weekend. On Monday . . . Tell everyone at work how much fun you had golfing in Lexington! Total package costs $915 for four golfers. For more information or to make reservations, call 1-866-669-9731 or e-mail jeff@hiexpressnp.com . Back to Top Embrace Art and History in Cambridge Travel to Cambridge, halfway between Omaha and Denver on Routes 6 & 34, where this small town is bursting with nostalgia, culture, and a renaissance spirit. Authentic experiences include historical architecture, artists studios, antiques, a museum, restaurants, quaint shops, and living history toursset at the scenic point where the Republican River meets the Medicine Creek, known as Nebraskas most scenic lake. Your package will be arranged by Gerald and Gloria Hilton, hosts of the Cambridge Bed & Breakfast, Nebraskas only AAA Three Diamond-rated B&B. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, this nearly 100-year-old home and its architectural and artistic splendor take this experience far beyond basic lodging. This package includes: Two nights lodging, double occupancy, with breakfasts at the Cambridge B&B. Dining gift certificate for two at the highly acclaimed Town Talk Restaurant. Cambridge Surprise Gift Basket featuring local coupons and products to enjoy. Cost is $230 plus tax for two people. For more information or to make reservations, please contact Gloria Hilton at 308-697-3220, fax her at 308-697-3267, visit www.cambridge-bb.com , or e-mail her at Hilton@swnebr.net . Back to Top Come to Cambridge: Southwest Nebraska's Playground Halfway between Omaha and Denver on Routes 6 & 34, the small town of Cambridge offers some big travel experiencesworld-class accommodations, golf, restaurants, shops, art, and historyall in a picturesque natural setting where the Republican River meets the Medicine Creek. The Medicine Creek State Recreation Area, just 10 minutes north of town, is known as Nebraskas most scenic lake (Harry Strunk Lake). Cross Creek Golf Links, an 18-hole sensation, is Nebraskas longest golf course, offering challenge, scenery, and diversity in equal measures with both links and park styles of play. Golf Professional Matt Shaner will ensure your experience is top-notch. Later, relax and refresh at the Cambridge Bed & Breakfast, Nebraskas only AAA Three Diamond-rated B&B. A symbol of extreme pioneer sophistication and architectural brilliance, this home offers you a lodging experience you'll never forget. Owners Gerald and Gloria Hilton could have written the book on Hilton hospitality." This package includes: Two nights, double occupancy with breakfasts at the Cambridge B&B. Dining gift certificate for two at the highly acclaimed Town Talk Restaurant. Two rounds of golf (36 holes) including cart at Cross Creek Golf Links. Cost is $260 plus tax for two people. For more information or to make reservations, please contact Gloria Hilton at 308-697-3220, fax her at 308-697-3267, visit www.cambridge-bb.com , or e-mail her at Hilton@swnebr.net . Back to Top Time for a Road Trip? Whisk your family away from the everyday hustle and bustle for a two-day excursion that will take you from the humdrum to the really fun. Swim in our large pool and relax in our warm spa. No need to go out for dinnerthat will be brought to you. Feast on pizza and bread sticks in your spacious room. Then go out and enjoy two hours of bowling. When finished, swing back to the Western Inn South for a good nights rest. When you awake refreshed, head over to Perkins Restaurant and Bakery for a hot breakfast to get you going for the day. You can spend the day touring MONA (Museum of Nebraska Art), the Great Platte River Road Archway Monument, Morris Press (cookbooks), or Cabelas. This vacation package includes: 1 nights lodging at the Western Inn South (2 queen beds). 1 large pizza, bread sticks, and 2 liters of pop from Little Caesars. 2 hours of bowling and shoe rentals for up to 4 people at the Big Apple Fun Center. 4 hot breakfasts at Perkins Restaurant and Bakery. Total cost is $99.95 A savings of over $30! To make reservations, call 800-437-8457 or e-mail jgove50@hotmail.com . Reservations must be made in advance. Not valid during holidays or with other discounts. Western Inn South 510 3rd Ave Kearney, NE 68845 www.westerninnsouth.com Back to Top Play the West Golf Tour Discover why Golf Digest ranks Nebraska as one of the nation's best undiscovered treasures with this affordable vacation golf package. Play five great courses for one great price. Cost is $170 per person—or variable if you design your own package. The fee includes three rounds of golf plus cart, and two nights lodging in one of five area hotels. For more information, call 888-740-2488, send E-mail to info@playthewest.com , or visit http://www.playthewest.com/ . Back to Top A"maze"ing Hastings Vacation Package Come to Hastings between June 3 and August 28, 2005, and youll be a"maze"d at all the wonderful things you can do! Start with the Hastings Museum, which offers three enormous floors of exhibits and features the summer traveling exhibit "Mazeapolooza," with life-size mazes of ropes, mirrors, and puzzles for all ages. Don't forget to catch the latest movie playing at the Lied Super Screen Theatreon a screen five stories tall! Later, stop by the Champions Branch of the YMCA, where the whole family can enjoy waterslides and the enormous Adventure Challenge maze in addition to fitness courts, miniature golf, and go-karts. For lunch or dinner, eat your fill at the Garden Caf and Bakery. Fill up your gas tank at Burlington Express. Dont forget to explore the maze of fantastic products made only in Nebraska at the Nebraska Food and Gift store. And follow it all with an amazing night's sleep at the Comfort Inn or Holiday Inn. Cost is just $182* (including lodging tax) for four people. The package includes: One night at Comfort Inn or Holiday Inn. Combo Admission for four to the Hastings Museum and Lied Super Screen Theatre. Complete Family Admission for four to the Champions Branch of the YMCA $20 coupon to the Garden Caf and Bakery. FREE economy car wash at Burlington Express with the purchase of 10 gallons of gas. 20% off your shopping spree and a free tour of the maze of Nebraska-made products at the Nebraska Food and Gift store. *A SAVINGS OF MORE THAN $32! For reservations, call the Holiday Inn at either 888-905-1200 or 402-463-6721 or the Comfort Inn at 402-463-5252, and ask for the A"maze"ing Hastings Vacation Package. Advance lodging reservations are required and are subject to availability. Not valid in conjunction with other discounts/promotions. Back to Top A Taste of Sweden Immerse yourself in the rural charms of Holdrege, Nebraska, during its annual Swedish Days Celebration, June 17 & 18. This package includes one night at a local Bed and Breakfast; the remainder of the itinerary is completely up to you! Choose your activities from a number of Swedish Days events such as the Parade, Swedish Breakfast, Swedish Supper and Stang Raising, Park Festival, Silver Run, and Fishing Tournament. Or divide your time among the Nebraska Prairie Museum, local restaurants, and shops. Cost is $125 per couple. Package includes lodging and $40 in Chamber Bucks, which will be accepted at all Swedish Days activities. Space is limited, so act early. Deadline is 1 p.m. on June 1, 2005. For reservations, contact Jayme at the Plains Motel: call 1-866-249-2288, e-mail jdkjgk@rcom-ne.com , or fax 1-308-995-3955. Back to Top Pioneer Country Region Pawnee County Bison and Back Roads Tour Nebraskas back roads offer the prime opportunity to sit back and shift into low gear. Now you have an even better excuse to pack up the family wagon and head over to Pawnee County. Take a guided tour of a sustainable bison farm. Pay a visit to the home of Harold Lloyd, a Nebraska-based silent filmmaker whose work ranks alongside Charlie Chaplin and Buster Keaton for making some of the most popular and influential silent films of the era, where you can view one of his films. The Pedal Clinic in Pawnee City, with its displays of pedal cars and unique toys from yesteryear, appeals to kids of all ages, while the Pawnee City Historical Society Museum offers 19 buildings filled with pioneer artifacts. For those who like to shop, plenty of treasures await at Heavenly Treasures Quilt Shop, Memory Magic Scrapbook Store, Glynns Floral, Petes Pharmacy & Gifts, Home Comforts, and Pawnee True Value. This package includes tours of both farms, the Harold Lloyd home, the Pedal Clinic, and the museum, plus two meals and an overnight stay at the B&B of your choice. Cost is $124 for 2 adults or $176.50 for 2 adults and 2 children under age 12. For information or to make reservations, call 402-852-2444 on weekdays between 8 a.m. and 5 p.m. or send e-mail to my.blue.heaven@alltel.net . Please make reservations at least one week in advance. Back to Top Catch the Spirit of River Country Along the Wide Missouri River Peru Brownville Indian Cave State Park Coleman B&B in Peru Cost is $349. This package includes two nights for four people at Coleman B&B, plus lunch at Cottys, in Peru and Barbaras Bistro in Brownville and a buffalo cookout at Indian Cave State Park. Catch of the Day Tour With Josh Whisler Spend some time along the "Mighty Mo" with Josh Whisler, lifelong resident and former mayor of Peru and author of Whislers Hunting & Fishing Report. Josh says "we already have the bait." Hike or Bike Along Steamboat Trace Trail Enjoy wildlife, woodlands, wetlands, river bluffs, and carvings along this rails-to-trails conservancy along the Missouri River linking Brownville, Peru, and Nebraska City. Walking Tour of Historic Brownville Traipse around beautiful Brownville and take in the shopping, museums, Palmerton and Bond art galleries, and more. Stop for lunch at Barbaras Bistro. Eight miles round-trip. Indian Cave State Park Buffalo Cookout View the ancient Native American petroglyphs, hike the trails, or enjoy an interpretive show in the outdoor amphitheatre. A day in the park is great for all ages. For more information, log on to www.AskAda.com , click on "Nebraska," or contact the Association of Destination Agents, c/o Linda Tynon, PO Box 202, Peru, NE 68421, or call 402-872-7275. Back to Top Metro Region Melia Hill Inn Golf Getaway Get away from it all with a relaxing stay at the Melia Hill Inn Bed and Breakfast plus 18 holes at both Quarry Oaks and Iron Horse golf courses. Golf Digest named Iron Horse, with its breathtaking views of the Platte River, one of "Americas Best New Courses" in 2002, while the magazine selected Quarry Oaks as one of "Americas 100 Greatest Golf Courses" in both 2003 and 2005. The cost of the Golf Getaway is $230 per couple and includes: 18 holes of golf at Quarry Oaks (SundayThursday) 18 holes of golf at Iron Horse (SundayThursday) A one-night stay at the nearby Melia Hill Inn Bed & Breakfast (only a 10-minute drive from both golf courses) Other area attractions include the Strategic Air & Space Museum, Lee G. Simmons Conservation Park and Wildlife Safari, Nebraska Crossing Outlet Mall, Mahoney and Platte River State Parks, Schramm Park and Aquarium, and several antique malls and shops on Silver Street in Ashland and along I-80 near Omaha. The Melia Hill Inn can accommodate up to four couples per night. Enjoy the time away with friends or a romantic weekend for two. For reservations or more information, call Jen at 402-944-6000 or e-mail jens@quarryoaks.com . For more information on the golf courses, please visit quarryoaks.com and golfironhorse.com . Back to Top Small Town, Big-Time Romance Whisk your significant other away from the hustle and bustle of the work week to a romantic, relaxing, rejuvenating getaway to Fremontand sweep him or her off their feet again. Dine in 1940s elegance on the Fremont Dinner Train. Then sneak off to one of Fremonts premier hotels to relax in your private Jacuzzi suite while sipping champagne and nibbling on chocolate-covered strawberries. Feel free to complete your weekend by strolling through the historic downtown areas antique shops or through the gardens surrounding the Louis E. May museum. While youre there, dont hesitate to dine on superbly prepared Nebraska beef at any one of the wonderful restaurants in townyou wont be sorry you did! Costs start at $300 depending on accommodation choice. Package costs include motel accommodations, admission to the Louis E. May Museum, and tickets to ride the Fremont Dinner Train for two adults. Advance reservations are required. Call Jennifer Hull at 877-828-8400 for reservations and information. Credit cardsonly for reservations. Back to Top Enjoy the Artswith Embassy Suites Now you can truly eat, sleep, and breathe the arts with several exclusive weekend packages from Embassy Suitesbrought to you in conjunction with Broadway in Omaha, the Nebraska Choral Arts Society, Omaha Community Playhouse, the Omaha Performing Arts Center, the Omaha Symphony, the Omaha Theater Ballet, Opera Omaha, and the Rose Blumkin Center for Performing Arts. Each package includes one nights accommodations at Embassy Suites in Omahas Old Market, complete with a full cooked-to-order breakfast, an evening managers reception with free cocktails, valet parking, and roundtrip shuttle service. The package also includes tickets to performances as specified plus entry into the Joslyn Art Museum and Lauritzen Gardens; families receive performance tickets plus free entry into the Omaha Childrens Museum. For more information, see our brochure or visit our website at www.embassysuitesomaha.com or call 1-800-EMBASSY. Back to Top Family Mini-Vacation Can't get away for much more than a weekend this summer? Treat your family to a fun-filled three-day, two-night mini-vacation in Lincoln from Baymont Inn & Suites. Enjoy all of the amenities of Champions Fun Center—including NASCAR-style go-carts, a new four-story freefall, miniature golf, water wars, bowling, and more than 70 arcade games. While youre there, your family can dig into a full meal from DaVincis. The meal includes a large one-topping pizza, cheese rolls, family-style garden salad, and two quarts of soda. Baymont amenities include continental breakfast, an indoor pool and spa, a game room, a fitness center, free high-speed wireless Internet access, and a complimentary copy of USA TODAY. Two family-friendly restaurants, Applebees and Golden Corral, are adjacent. Cost is $198 plus tax for one to four people, including choice of a double/double or king room. Game day and general admission tickets for the Lincoln Saltdogs and passes to the Lincoln Childrens Zoo are also available for purchase at the front desk. This offer is good from May 15 to August 15, 2005. For more information or to make reservations, call 402-477-1100 or e-mail bi4547gm@baymontinns.com . Back to Top Calling All History Buffs Calling all history buffs! Set your compass for Fremont, Nebraskaeastern Nebraskas Antique Capital. Enjoy a weekend of exploration, discovery, and fun with a complete getaway package. A shopping adventure awaits with six stores featuring antiques and collectibles from more than 100 dealers. Explore Fremonts past at the Louis E. May Museum, then climb aboard the Fremont Dinner Train to dine in 1940s elegance with period music, dcor, and a five-course meal. Cost starts at $240 for two adults and two children, depending on accommodation choice. Additional people will be accommodated upon request. Tax and gratuity are not included. This offer is not valid in conjunction with other discounts or promotions. Package is subject to availability. Advanced reservations are required. For details or to make reservations, call Nicole Kingston at 800-HOLIDAY or send E-mail to fremontsales@heartlandhospitality.com . Back to Top Lincoln Family Getaway Looks like a trip to Nebraska is just what the family ordered! Engage in a weekend of wonder, discovery, and fun with a complete family getaway package including deluxe accommodations and passes to the Lincoln Childrens Museum, Folsom Childrens Zoo, and Pioneers Park Nature Center. Cost is $154 to $174, depending upon chosen accommodations. Package cost includes two adults and two children; children under 2 are admitted into attractions free. Additional attraction passes are available for purchase by request. Subject to availability. Advance lodging reservations are required; to reserve a room, call the Embassy Suites at 402-474-1111. Tax and gratuity not included. Not valid in conjunction with other discounts/promotions. For more details on the package contact Tracy Rathe at 402-477-0128, ext. 107. Back to Top Play the Nebraska Golf Trail -- www.negolftrail.net Discover the very best of Nebraska Golf! Choose from five award-winning golf courses, each located within an hour of one another. The new Nebraska Golf Trail allows you to customize your golf package on our Web site and play the courses you want to play. Your choices include... ArborLinks Golf Course Nebraska City www.arborlinks.com Iron Horse Golf Club Ashland www.golfironhorse.com The Players Club at Deer Creek Omaha www.playersclubomaha.com Quarry Oaks Golf Course Ashland www.quarryoaks.com Woodland Hills Golf Course Eagle www.woodlandhillsgolf.com Not only does the Nebraska Golf Trail allow you to build your own golf getaway, but it also allows you to set up lodging on your trip. Choose among four first-class lodging partners when setting up your trip. They include... Embassy Suites Omaha Harrahs Casino and Hotel Council Bluffs Lied Lodge and Conference Center Nebraska City Park Plaza Regency Hotel Omaha For more information, please call toll-free 1-866-272-7453 or e-mail bburns@arborlinks.com Back to Top Kelly Inn Omaha "Par-fect" Golf Package Stay and play with the best! Conveniently located off I-80 at the corner of 108th and L, Kelly Inn Omaha is proximal to four of Omahas premier golf courses: Chili Greens, Pacific Springs, Tregaron, and Shoreline. For just $135* (Sunday Thursday) or $145* (Friday Saturday), participants will receive: Deluxe guest room accommodations for one night Complimentary continental breakfast at Kelly Inn Omaha Two 18-hole rounds of golf and cart at the course of your choice A free golf gift compliments of Kelly Inn Omaha For more course details, visit www.golfinomaha.com Reserve your package today! Call 402-339-7400 or 800-635-3559, or send E-mail to omaha@kellyinns.com . *Advance reservations are required. Mention Par-fect Package to receive the special rate, per room, per night. Complimentary golf gift and golf passes are given when you check in. Tee times are based on availability and must be made in advance. Offer is valid through October 15, 2004. Back to Top Lewis and Clark Region The Heartland Experience Experience a real country adventure in northeast Nebraska. Your excursion starts off near Crofton at the scenic Corps of Discovery Welcome Center. The friendly people there will guide you in the right direction. Head to Prairie Blossom Trails to take in the beautiful wildflowers while strolling along the wagon trails of the original pioneers. Then visit an old-fashioned farm to learn more about dairy cows, chickens, ducks, guineas, and the history of farming from Marvin and Evelyn. Enjoy an overnight stay in the country at The Pheasants Den, a rustic lodge near Obert with all the comforts of home and a view perfect for stargazing. Continue your journey at the historic St. James Marketplace to taste home-baked goods in the Sunflower Tea Room, shop for homemade crafts, and tour the St. Philip and James School. Follow the Outlaw Trail Scenic Byway (Nebraska Highway 12) to experience Kreycik Riverview Elk Ranch, featuring a covered wagon ride along the scenic Niobrara River where you can hand-feed elk and bison. Cost is $275.00 per couple. Tours are available on weekends from May 1 to October 1. For more information, brochures, and reservations, call the Corps of Discovery Welcome Center at (402) 667-6557 or e-mail cdwc@byelectric.com . Back to Top The Historic Commercial Hotel B&B Tucked within the rolling hills of the Verdigree "Alps," the 1890s historic Commercial Hotel B&B awaits. Along the way, stop at Sallys Antiques and Sweets for flavored coffees, cheesecake, and unique antique treasures. Or take a covered wagon ride along the scenic Niobrara River and feed the bison at Kreycik Riverview Elk Ranch near Niobrara. Over the weekend, tour the surrounding towns including the quaint village of St. James with its St. James Marketplace. Enjoy a "sit 'n' sip" in the English Garden at the B&B, or see the many beautiful and interesting sights in the area. Cost is $199 per couple. Package includes an overnight stay and coupons for St. James Marketplace, Sallys Antiques and Sweets, and the wagon ride at Kreycik Ranch. Tours are available on weekends. For more information or to make reservations, call the Corps of Discovery at 402-667-6557 or e-mail cdwc@byelectric.com . Back to Top The Rosegate Adventure Start your journey with a restful evening in Northeast Nebraska at the refurbished Rosegate Inn, nestled in the picturesque countryside near St. James. The next morning, tour the historic St. Philip and St. James Schoolnow St. James Marketplaceand view its Sunflower Tea Rooms and handmade goods. Stop by Sallys Antiques and Sweets for flavored coffees, cheesecake, and unique antique treasures. Later in the day, take a covered wagon ride along the scenic Niobrara River and feed the bison at Kreycik Riverview Elk Ranch near Niobrara. Or view exotic Scotch Highland cattle and enjoy the native grasses and wildflowers as you stroll along the pioneer wagon trails at Prairie Blossom Trails outside Fordyce. Cost is $205 per couple. Package includes an overnight stay and coupons for St. James Marketplace, Sallys Antiques and Sweets, and the wagon ride at Kreycik Ranch. Tours are available on weekends. For more information or to make reservations, call the Corps of Discovery at 402-667-6557 or e-mail cdwc@byelectric.com . Back to Top Lewis and Clark Trail Excursion Experience history and modern luxury along the magical Lewis and Clark Trail! This one-of-a-kind package features covered wagon tours of the scenic Elkhorn River and Kreycik Ranch; a two-night stay with free breakfast for two at the historic Argo Hotel; a tour of St. James Marketplace featuring a tea room, crafts, and display on Private George Shannon; and a visit to Sallys Antiques and Sweets for flavored coffees, cheesecake, and unique antique treasures. The package also includes four $20 gift certificates, which can be applied to the following attractions: Kreycik Ranch, St. James Marketplace, The Argo Hotel dining room, and Sallys Antiques. One gift certificate per attraction. Cost is $225 per couple; additional cost for children. Brochure is available upon request, or on arrival. To learn more, contact Sandra McDonald at 402-388-2400 or send E-mail to argo@gpcom.net . Back to Top Nebraska's Premiere Golf Package Visit Columbus, Nebraskas central hub for hospitality, dining, and championship golf! Enjoy 18 holes of golf, with cart, at both of the areas finest golf coursesElks Country Club and Quail Run Golf Course . Also, indulge in a prime rib dinner fit for any Masters Champion at Columbuss culinary gem, Dusters Restaurant & Gottberg Brew Pub . At the end of the day, retire in style with award-winning accommodations at the Sleep Inn and Suites Hotel. Cost is $99 per player (tax and gratuity extra). Fee includes golf and riding carts at both Elks Country Club and Quail Run , plus a prime rib dinner, and one nights stay at Sleep Inn (two players to a room). Tee times are available one week in advance only. For more information, contact Lori Murray at 402-562-5200 or send E-mail to sleepinn@megavision.com . Back to Top View more Tourism Partners. Free Nebraska Travel Guide! Home | Travel Planner | Scenic Byways | About Nebraska | Press Room | Stuff For You | Industry News | Request More Info Official State Website | Security, Privacy & Accessibility Policy Nebraska Division of Travel and Tourism A Division of the Nebraska Department of Economic Development P.O. Box 98907 Lincoln, NE 68509-8907 1-877-NEBRASKA © 2003, Nebraska Division of Travel and Tourism. All Rights Reserved. This site developed by Snitily Carr .

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Mexico Travel Guide - Travel Tips Wednesday Dec 28th, 2005 Mexico Central Time Just like traveling to other parts of the world, there are some general concepts we suggest you think about while packing your luggage. Follow these suggestions so your visit to Mexico will be a success. Entry Requirements When To Go Getting Around Weather Considerations What To Bring Health Tips Money Exchange & Credit Tips For Seniors Entry Requirements Enter in Mexico Three items are needed to enter Mexico: A Photo I.D. (such as a Driver's License or a passport, starting at age 18 and above) A Tourist Card or F.M.N. A Valid Proof Of Citizenship • Tourist Card This two part document is your "permission" from the Mexican government to visit Mexico . It is available free of charge, although sometimes difficult to obtain in large quantities. The airlines always have an ample supply upon check-in. Or, if all else fails, you can obtain one in Mexican Immigration upon arrival. Here are a few words of advice about tourist cards: Do not lose or deface the bottom portion returned to you after the immigration inspection. It must be returned to Mexican Immigration upon departure. TIP: Write down your tourist card number and keep it with your travel documents. If the card is lost, having the number will help greatly. Keep your tourist card and travel documents in a secure place. Do not carry them with you everywhere you go, unless traveling extensively from your point of arrival. You can ask to have your card validated for more time (up to 180 days) than you'll actually need. • Proof of Citizenship Note: information regarding entry requirements is subject to change without notice, and should be reconfirmed with the airline being used for international travel. U.S. Citizens may use one of the following for entry into Mexico: Valid Passport: This is the most recommended document - secure and convenient. Certified Birth Certificate: (hospital certificate is not acceptable). A birth certificate must include your given name and surname, date and place of birth, date the birth record was filed, and seal or other certification of the official custodian of such records (usually the Department of Health Services in the city where you were born). Brides will have an easier time if tickets are issued in their maiden name to match their documents. For U.S. airport security purposes the name on the driver's license and the name on the ticket must match. Women traveling with tickets in their married name whose driver's license (or state issued ID) is in their married name, but who are using a birth certificate as proof of citizenship will be fine as long as the first name and date of birth on their driver's license and their birth certificate match. Natural U.S. Citizens born outside the United States may use a Certificate of Citizenship, a Report of Birth Abroad, a Consular Report of Birth (Form FS-240) or Certification of Birth (Form DS-1350 or FS-545). U.S. Naturalization: If you claim citizenship through naturalization you may use your Certificate of Naturalization or Certificate of Citizenship or laminated Naturalization card. Note: Some airlines/charter companies may still accept the Notarized Affidavit of Citizenship or possibly a Voters Registration Card. Canadian versions of the above documents are acceptable; notarized affidavits must be executed in Canada . The "Canadian Identification Card" is an acceptable proof of citizenship document as well. Mexican Citizens Here the rules are a little more lenient, although Mexican nationals must have some official document proving Mexican birth. For one way travel any one of the following is accepted: Passport: may be expired Birth Certificate (Acta de Nacimiento) Consular registration form (Matrícula Consular) Military Service Card (Cartilla Militar) Voter's Registration Card (Cédula de Empadronamiento) For round trip travel Mexican nationals must have all three of the following: Valid Passport or valid Matrícula Consular Alien Registration Card or U.S. visa A Military Service Card if traveler is 18 years of age or older. If none of the above are available, the nearest Mexican Consulate will issue a "presunción de nacionalidad." Traveler must provide two passport size pictures to obtain the document. Remember, alien residents must have proof of U.S. residency to return to the States. Other Nationalities Most foreign citizens traveling to Mexico from the U.S. need a valid passport and U.S. "Alien Registration" card only. Contact the airlines serving Mexico or the Mexican Consulate for more details or specific situations. For Student Visas contact the Mexican Consulate in your area. Minors Any person under 18 years of age is considered a minor for travel purposes. Very strict regulations govern international travel by minors into Mexico . Every minor must have a tourist card, proof of citizenship and sometimes other documents listed below. Minors traveling with both legal parents or guardians: nothing else is needed. Minors traveling unaccompanied or with anyone other than their legal parents or guardians: they must obtain an original notarized letter of permission signed by both parents. Minors traveling with only one parent: must have notarized written permission from the other parent. (Airlines will also require the name, address and phone of the person meeting the unaccompanied minor upon arrival in Mexico .) In the case of deceased or divorced parents: legal proof must be carried to accept just one signature on the letter. This proof (death certificate, proof of sole custody etc.) can also be shown to a notary who can then notarize an Affidavit of Sole Custody form. EXCEPTION: Mexican children often have a stamp on their passports that reads, "El titular del presente pasaporte viaja de conformidad con El Articulo 421 del Codigo Civil Vigente." This allows the child to travel with only one parent and without a notarized statement. • Entering Mexico Your first stop is at Mexican Immigration (Migración) where proof of citizenship is inspected, and tourist cards are validated. DON'T LOSE YOUR TOURIST CARD! Next stop is at Customs (Aduana). Mexico has instituted a European-style customs inspection system, with a twist. Here's the way it works: Visitors complete a customs declaration form. Visitors choose to either declare or not declare that they are importing items beyond their allowance. Those declaring items have their belongings searched, and duty is collected. Those not declaring items are asked to push a button on a street traffic light that is mounted on a post inside thecustoms area. A green light allows you to pass without inspection. A red light will signal an inspection. In the event that items are found that were not declared, heavy fines and penalties apply. You are allowed to bring in any of the following: Personal items, e.g. clothing, footwear, toiletries, all in reasonable quantities according to trip duration. Books and magazines medicine for personal use, with medical prescription in the case of psychotropic substances. Used or second-hand sporting equipment One portable T.V. set, one portable typewriter, and one VCR. Up to 20 records or cassettes A musical instrument Fishing equipment, a pair of skis, and two tennis rackets Three liters of alcohol or wine, if carrier is over 18 years old 400 cigarettes or 50 cigars, if carrier is over 18 years old One movie camera and one regular camera, and up to 12 rolls of film • Returning to the U.S. and Canada You are allowed to enter free of duty any purchases with a combined value of up to USD $400.00 For Canada the amount is CD $500.00 IF travelers have been outside of Canada at least seven days. This allowance may be claimed every 30 days. With a verbal declaration a returning Canadian resident can claim duty-free entry for articles (excluding tobacco products or alcoholic beverages) that do not exceed a total value of CD $20.00 upon return from each trip of more than 24 hours. For the U.S. this limit does not include items listed on the Generalized System of Preferences List (G.S.P.), which are allowed in duty free. Contact the U.S. Treasury Department for a detailed list (Dept. of the Treasury, U.S. Customs Service, Washington , D.C. 20229 ). Upon Arrival By Air You will receive two forms to fill out before you can enter Mexico. These are normally distributed by the airlines either at the ticket counter or while in transit. I know every airline representative will appreciate this next tip: Bring a ball point pen, preferably black. Don't expect to borrow one. With more than 200 fellow passengers there are never enough to go around. The first form is your temporary visa. The form has recently changed and may not be exactly as shown here. They are in several languages, you'll need one per person. Familiarize yourself with this one to avoid embarrassing mistakes later. Upon arrival at the airport you will first go through Customs, which is a simple review of your documentation and warm greeting from the Mexican Government Official. These are nice people, really! Save the stamped copy of which you will receive to exit the country. Back to top Your tourist card will be endorsed for a 30 day stay. If planning to stay more than a couple weeks, be sure to ask for the maximum entry of 180 days. Applying for a longer stay can be a hassle once in Mexico. Play it safe! The second form is for Hacienda which sounds like a nice house to visit, but is actually the Customs and Taxation arm of the government. You will need one of these forms per family. After passing through Immigrations, go to thebaggage area and collect your bags then proceed to the exit. Depending on your destination and size of the airport some of the following may differ. Hand the form to the Customs Agent and push the button on the 'traffic light'. Yes, that's right, a traffic light. It is set up to randomly turn green for Go or red for Stop and Inspect. I've never seen it turn yellow, but you may. If you do get a red light, they will kindly ask to see the contents of your bags. I don't think it need be said here, but I will: Don't be so foolish as to bring something illegal into Mexico. You know what I mean! Driving If you are driving into Mexico, check with your auto insurance carrier. Most companies exclude coverage in a foreign country. If you are involved in a traffic accident: - Do not loose your temper. You're not in Kansas. - Do not leave the place of the accident. - Cooperate with the legal authorities. - Do not sign any agreements nor accept any liability. - Contact your Mexican insurance company immediately. For detailed information please read Driving Into Mexico article . When to Go The travel industry designates several business seasons during the year, High, Swing or Low. If you are coming from the Northern Climes, you probably consider winter the only time to visit. However, persons from others areas of North America, Europe and including the Mexican nationals find the rest of the year equally enjoyable. They also find it quite a bit more affordable. Take advantage of these somewhat arbitrary dates and save yourself some money. The difference between a High Season vacation and a Swing or Low, may be as little as one day and it could save you hundreds of dollars. Other vacationers just prefer the country when there are fewer tourists. Back to top Getting Around the Country Rental Car Rental cars are available from the major rental companies. To rent you must be at least 25 years of age, have a valid driver's license and a major credit card. Be sure to reserve your vehicle before you leave home; this will ensure you the lowest rate and availability. Driving Hitting the byways in a foreign land might sound challenging to some, but to many its their favorite means of getting involved. Especially if you live in the southern reaches of the US, driving deep into Mexico is less than 48 hours away. Gasoline is available at stations throughout Mexico. It is sold in liters (3.78 liters = 1 gallon). Magna Sin (green pumps) is unleaded. Prices are about the same as in the U.S. Only cash is accepted and there is no self service (tips are customary for gasoline attendants). Most stations close by 10 PM. The highway systems between major cities is modern and similar to the freeways further North. What makes them unique is their dependence on toll funding rather than taxation to pay the development cost. So, you should expect to 'pay as you go'. Have a hefty handful of small bills available so you'll encounter no problems with making change. Auto insurance is a MUST, whether you are driving a rental car or your own. Don't expect your hometown agent to supply you with a policy that will be valid in Mexico. Most insurance companies explicitly exclude foreign countries from their coverage. If you have a question, contact your carrier. You will find insurance vendors on both sides of the border crossings. A better idea is to set up your insurance before you go. You might also find that it can be considerably cheaper to do it this way. Major highways are patrolled by Los Angeles Verdes (Green Angels). These government-operated pickup trucks are driven by mechanics . To date, Mexico is the only country with this service. It's free, except for parts and gas! Buses Mexico has a vast inter-city bus system that offers inexpensive, timely and convenient transportation. There are two grades of buses: First Class, with air conditioning and possibly a TV, and a stewardess serving soft drinks and snacks. And Second Class- with no frills. As Second Class costs slightly less than First Class, we recommend you go with First Class. Within the metropolitan centers buses offer the natives their primary means of transportation. For the tourist these can be a bit daunting at first, but when viewed with fun and adventure in mind, they can certainly add color and memories to your vacation. Train Train travel can be safer and more enjoyable than a trip by bus, but considerably more expensive. As with bus service, we recommend you pay for the highest class of travel available. Primera Especial class is recommended for day trips and the top-of-the-line Pullman compartments for overnight travel. Pullman service offers sleeping compartments suitable for one (camarin) or two (alcoba). Each converts to a comfortable sitting room during the day. Back to top Weather Considerations Mexico is made up of several different regions, each with its own type of seasonal weather, climate, altitude and terrain dictating what you will need to be prepared and comfortable. Generally, rains fall and temperatures rise from June through October, leaving November through May as the more temperate, drier season. Here's a regional climate overview: - Northern Baja California Despite the desert landscape, this region resembles Southern California: mild winters with a little rain; warm, dry summers. The Sea of Cortes tends to be warmer than the Pacific side of the peninsula. Annual average temperature: 68 degrees F or 20 degrees C. - Southern Baja California A subtropical desert, with over 350 days of sunshine a year, cool winter evenings, low humidity, sea breezes. Summer temperatures can be high, Generally cooler on the Pacific side. Annual average temperature: 77 degrees F or 25 degrees C. - Northwest Coast Similar to Northern Baja, but with more rain and some storms. Annual average temperature: 68 degrees F or 20 degrees C. - West Coast Also known as the Mexican Riviera, it has warm tropical weather year round. Warm, dry days and balmy evenings from November through May. The rainy season is June through October, with daily rain showers and warm temperatures. Annual average temperature: 77 degrees F or 27 degree C. - Central Plateau Due to higher elevation, it has pleasant spring-like conditions most of the year. Rain is frequent from June through September. Evenings can be quite cool in winter. Annual average temperature: 65 degrees F or 18 degrees C. - The Yucatan Peninsula In this region, proximity to the coast determines temperature and humidity. In summer, Gulf and Caribbean areas stay cooler due to trade winds, while interior jungles are humid, with higher temperatures. Rainfall is frequent from April through May and September through January; temperatures can be higher. September and October sometimes bring overcast or rainy conditions. Winters are very pleasant. Annual average temperature: 80 degrees F or 27 degrees C. - The Gulf Coast Somewhat humid, with warmer temperatures. Rainfall and cool brisk northerly winds (nortes) from September through February. Annual average temperature: 72 degrees F or 21 degrees C. Back to top What to Bring Be sure to include the following in your suitcase: - A pocket-size English/Spanish dictionary - A small first aid kit - Camera and Film - Walking Shoes - Suntan Lotion - Traveler's Checks & ATM cards - Swim Suits - Casual Dress Clothes for Nightlife and Fine Dining - Copies of your favorite Mexico Travel Guide pages! - Sunglasses & Hat - Necessary medications - Passport/Birth Certificate & Driver's License Health Tips In your quest for a good time on your vacation, your eating and drinking habits are often radically different than what you're used to back home. In addition, climate and altitude changes can throw your system off. To ensure you enjoy your vacation to its fullest, consider the following: Be sure to drink lots of fluids; especially the day before arriving. Try not to go overboard your first night. Give your body a chance to acclimate. Drink only distilled or bottled water. When buying fresh fruits and vegetables, be sure to wash them with distilled or bottled water before eating; peel them if possible. Back to top Money, Exchange & Credit The Mexican economy operates on the rise and fall of the Peso. While most businesses will accept foreign currency, especially US dollars, using pesos is your best bet. Foreign currency can be exchanged at one of many casas de cambio (exchange houses). Mexican banking hours are normally Monday-Friday from 9:00 AM to 5:00 P.M. however for money exchange the hours time are normally from 9:00 A.M. to 1:00 P.M. Casas de cambio are open later than most banks and they generally offer quicker service. Credit cards are widely accepted, with Visa, MasterCard, and American Express being the most popular. Check for Current Exchange Rate: Use Xenon Labs' currency exchange calculator to check the Mexican New Peso against your currency. Clicking on the search button will retrieve the current exchange rate for nearly 50 currencies. The rates are usually no more than a couple of days old. MXP Mexican Pesos Tips for Senior Travelers Retired travelers have a great advantage in planning their vacations. There are many advantages to having the freedom to plan a vacation without the hassles of work schedules. Many older travelers find that their favorite times to travel to Mexico are in off season months when there is less demand and less traffic through the resort cities. Usually the summer months are the least in demand due to high temperatures. This can be an advantage if you enjoy shopping and organized tours more than spending time at the beach. Most shops and tour buses are air-conditioned, so the heat shouldn't be much of a concern. The reduced numbers of tourists in the summer months makes getting around much easier, and there is usually more peace and quiet at night. There are a number of discount packages and group tour options for seniors. Your travel agent should have a list of the discounts that you're entitled to in the city that you'll be visiting. There are a number of senior citizens tour clubs that offer members the opportunity to go on tours with a familiar group of people in an organized tour that provides everything that you'll need. There are many senior citizen tour organizations across the nation, most of which your travel agent should be able to provide information about. Even if you don't like traveling in groups or with organized tours, you are entitled to a number of senior citizens discounts. When booking hotel reservations, always mention that you're a senior and ask about discount rates. At restaurants, mention it when you order, not afterward. Many places will refuse the discount if you don't mention it before a reservation or an order has been made. The infrastructure in Mexico is not as well-developed as it is in some countries. If you have a disability, you may find it difficult getting around some parts of Mexico. There are few wheelchair ramps and wheelchair access bathrooms in Mexico currently. In some cities, there aren't even stairway handrails. The sidewalks are typically narrower and aren't maintained as well. If you have any problems getting around, speak with your travel agent about the state of the city you'll be traveling to. Your travel agent should also be able to provide information about hotels which offer accommodations for people with disabilities. If you aren't content just to visit Mexico, it is possible to retire to Mexico permanently. Please click here to see an overview of how to begin the process of retiring to Mexico. 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Switzerland Travel Guide @ TravelNotes.org Car Hire Cruises Flights Hotels Tours Vacations About Travel Notes™ Destinations Budget Travel Feedback Search Travel Forums Travel Writers Africa Asia Caribbean Europe Middle East North America South America Oceania Switzerland Switzerland Travel Guide @ TravelNotes.org Around Switzerland , Basle , Bern , Geneva , Hotels in Switzerland , Languages in Switzerland , Luzern , Map of Switzerland , Swiss Alps , Swiss Tourism , Swiss Tours , Swiss Travel Agents , Switzerland Directories , Travel in Switzerland , Zrich . Round The World Flights - Free TravelNotes e-mail Flag of Switzerland Switzerland is also called La Suisse in French; Schweiz in German; and Svizzera in Italian. Local Currency Convert your currency into Swiss francs. Buy a Map of Switzerland Countries neighbouring Switzerland are: Italy , France , Germany , Austria and Liechtenstein . National Anthem of Switzerland. Food Travel Fiction Health Kids Bios Humor Mags Software Gifts Tech Business Other Your Ad Here Travel Notes Mailing List News Headlines World News Directory of newspapers and news sources from around the world. Hotel City Search : Hotels in Switzerland Find and Book a Hotel in Austria Hotels in Switzerlad by City : Bern , Geneva , Lugano , Zurich . Popular Destinations in Switzerlan d : Crans-Montana , Davos Klosters , Lake Lugano , Les Quatre Valles , St. Moritz , Zermatt . Languages in Switzerland There are four national languages in Switzerland, and English isn't one of them. German -- or a Swiss dialect of it (Schwyzerttsch) -- is the most widely spoken. French is the spoken language of the Romand cantons: Geneva, Vaud, Neuchtel, Fribourg, Jura, and the western part of Valais. Italian is mainly reserved for the southern canton of Ticino, but is still heard in the major cities. The fourth national language, Romansh , is spoken by less than 1 per cent of the people -- mainly in the mountainous canton of Graubnden (or Grisons, in French). Around Switzerland Geneva and Zurich are important cities in Switzerland, but Bern is the capital. Bern The capital of Switzerland , also spelt Berne, is on the Aare River towards the west of the country. A bear is the emblem of Berne, and the bear pit -- maintained since 1513 -- is a popular tourist attraction. Bern was founded in 1191 and still has a medieval feel to it. Bern Tourismus : Bern is quieter than Zurich or Geneva, but there's still more to the capital than a bear pit and the houses of parliament. Geneva Situated on Lac Leman, or Lake Geneva, the city is in the French-speaking part of Switzerland, right on the border with France . Ville de Geneve : Geneva is widely recognised as the city of peace and major international negotiations. The Red Cross was set up here, and Geneva also hosts the UN European headquarters, the World Health Organisation, and the High Commission for Refugees. Zrich Zurich : Zurich is the largest city in Switzerland and the financial capital of the country. The Swiss stock exchange is here, and the elegant shops in Bahnhofstrasse still smell of money. Hotel Alexander, Zurich : Centrally located, three-star hotel in Zurich's Niederdorfstrasse, 5 minutes from Zurich main station. The best deal in town. Zuri Cam : See the Limmatquai from the top of Hotel Central in Zurich. Swiss Alps As one of the most mountainous countries in Europe, Switzerland has plenty of Alpine resorts and mountain peaks to choose from. Tourist Mountains : The Matterhorn is in the Valais, above Zermatt, while the Jungfrau and the Eiger are in the Bernese Oberland, near Interlaken. The Eiger is notorious for its fearsome North Face. Gimmelwald : Not to be confused with Grindlewald, Gimmelwald is a tiny, timeless, sleepy village at the far end of the Lauterbrunnen valley, accessible by train and car from Interlaken. Gimmelwald.com : Alex visited Gimmelwald during his four country tour of Europe, fell in love with the place, bought the domain name and created this wonderful tribute. Meet the people through Alex's eyes and find out how to get to this little part of Alpine paradise. Interlaken Tourism : Situated between Lakes Brienz and Thun, in the Bernese Oberland, Interlaken is a popular resort all year round. You can even see the Jungfrau peak from the town. Grindelwald Grindelwald is an Alpine village in the Bernese Oberland. Its world-famous attractions include the Eiger, the Jungfraujoch and the longest glacier in the Alps - protected by the UNESCO Natural World Heritage. Hotel Kreuz & Post : Located in the centre of Grindlewald (near the train station, sport complex and main shopping district) the Hotel Kreuz andPost offers tastefully equipped rooms, junior suites and panorama suites with bath/shower/WC, radio, telephone, minibar, colour TV and hair dryer. All south facing rooms come with a balcony and magnificent view. Luzern (Lucerne) Luzern : The old wooden bridge was destroyed by fire a while back, but has been beautifully restored. Basle (Ble) Note the different names for the city: German -- Basel French -- Ble English -- Basle Italian -- Basilea Basel Tourismus : Often overlooked by visitors to Switzerland, Basle is on the border with Germany and France and is an important cultural centre. Travel in Switzerland By Car -- There are no tolls on the motorways in Switzerland, although you will need to buy a vignette to stick in the windscreen if you drive your own car in the country. These are available at service-stations and at the border -- Switzerland is not in the European Union. If you hire a car in Switzerland, there will already be one in the windscreen. By Train : Travel by rail is very convenient in Switzerland, and the trains -- cog-railways -- take passengers up some of the steepest, snowiest slopes; even in winter. If a train doesn't go there, to Saas Fe for example, then yellow PTT busses will. You can catch them from from post-offices in the smallest villages and near train station in the larger towns. By Boat -- There are also many lakes in Switzerland and you can travel between the towns on a boat. On Lake Contstance, Bodensee in German, you can go across the lake, from Romanshorn, to Germany or Austria . If you're in Lausanne, an interesting day trip is across Lake Geneva to Evian, France -- don't lose all your money in the casino though. Swiss Tourism Swiss Castles : The castles are sorted by canton, although the descriptions and further information are written in French. At least you can view the photographs. Swiss Club International : Summer camps in Switzerland for 12-18 year olds; learning and cultural enrichment through travel and direct involvement in a great variety of fun activities. Switzerland Tourism : Choose the country you're travelling from. Organised Tours in Switzerland Alps by Motorbike : Beach's Alpine adventure takes in the mountains of Germany, Austria, Italy, Switzerland and France. You may not hear the cow bells through the helmet, but the scenery is breathtaking. Bosenberg Motorcycle Excursions : Scheduled 12-day tours on 3 Alpine routes start at Frankfurt/Main, Germany. Tours are for discriminating motorcyclists where the destination is almost as important as the ride itself and are described in a 16-page full-colour brochure. 3% discount to Travel Notes members . Switzerland Directories Swiss Telephone Book : You can search the whole of Switzerland if you think that someone has moved. Swiss Travel Agents Last Minute Travel : If you're in Switzerland and want to get away for a week or two, these are some of the travel options on offer. Searches the major Swiss tour operators and seems to power the flight search engine that the others use. Esco : Provides holiday packages around the Mediterranean, Canary Islands, and Caribbean. Founded in 1953 and based in Basel. Helvetic Tours : Part of the Kuoni Group -- available in French and German. Hotelplan : Founded in 1935, you'll usually find a Hotelplan office near some of the larger Migros chains. Imholz : Book last minute holidays, flying out of Zurich or Geneva, or choose to tour one of Europe's other major cities. Kuoni : Founded by Alfred Kuoni in 1906, the holding company is headquartered in Zurich and has subsidiaries around the world. In 2001, Kuoni won the World Travel Award as best Tour Operator for the 4th time in a row. Passepartout : RBM's flight ticketing specialists. RBM : Based in Zurich with a nice selection of catalogues. Reisen Netto : The premise of this new brand is to lists prices that are truly all-included prices (no airport taxes and other surcharges although you'll have to pay your own bar bill) -- launched in 2002, by Kuoni. Vgele Reisen : Founded in 1988 as a sister firm of the Charles Vgele clothing retailer, soon to be swallowed up by TUI along with Imholz -- for Kuoni to come along and buy a 49% stake in the group. The Vgele catalogue does have a few more exotic destinations to choose from, than the average sun and sand package holiday company. Europe Travel Forum : From Albania to Vatican City, Scandinavia to the Mediterranean, Europe is culturally eclectic and full of lavish history. Join us in the travel forums if you have a question about Europe or would like to share your experiences about travelling or living in Europe. The Internet TravelNotes.org Switzerland Travel Guide Flight Tickets : Save money on Round The World flight tickets. Travel News : Get the inside scoop with the latest travel features and tips. Past Articles . Airlines & Airports : This travel article points you to airlines and the three letter airport codes with links to their websites. Cyber Cafes : The Internet Caf Guide. 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