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Grand Rapids Minnesota Resorts Hotels Motels Family Vacations Grand Rapids, Minnesota, selected as the 49th Best Small Town in America in the Prentice Hall publication, "The 100 Best Small Towns in America", offers the best of what life has to offer, from modern conveniences to rustic splendor. Plan your next Minnesota Vacation in our town! Are you looking for a Minnesota resort or motel in the Grand Rapids Area? The Grand Rapids area offers a full range of choices in overnight lodging. Lodging properties range from northern Minnesota resorts , elegant Grand Rapids hotels , to intimate bed and breakfasts and economical motels . The Grand Rapids north woods also offers a variety of campgrounds to choose from throughout the 1,000 Grand Lakes. Outdoor adventures, scenic beauty and preserved heritage come together in the 1,000 Grand Lakes area for an experience visitors will remember. Our famed hospitality, combined with quality venues, makes it easy to plan successful Minnesota Vacations , Minnesota c onferencing or group tours . A full range of vacation activities can complement any event, including countless attractions, events and recreational opportunities. Winter in Grand Rapids, especially ice fishing and snowmobiling, is for everyone. If you've never tried a Minnesota winter vacation your missing a great vacation opportunity. Grand Rapids serves as the southern gateway to the Chippewa National Forest where you can trek into the wilderness for hiking, biking, snowmobiling, fishing and hunting. If golf is your game, four well-maintained Minnesota golf courses provide championship play. Celebrate the life and times of Judy Garland, born Frances Ethel Gumm, at her birthplace in Grand Rapids. Feast your eyes on Mother Nature by driving the Edge of the Wilderness National Scenic Byway from Grand Rapids north to Effie. Step into pages from the past and discover the history of the logging era at the Forest History Center. Hot Deals, Packages, Winter Trail Conditions, Events and more...Let us keep you updated. Complete the following form and you'll be the first to know what's happening in our area. First Name: Last Name: Email: December 9-11 Star of the North Hockey Tournament 15 Itasca Orchestral Society Children's Concert 16-18 Star of the North Hockey Tournament 18 101st Annual Audubon Christmas Bird Count 30-1/1 MN North SnoCross (snowmobile races) Check the December Calendar for all the details Link your site to ours CLICK HERE V ACATIONS | C ONFERENCING | G ROUP T OURS | S ITE M AP | H OME Visit Grand Rapids (Formerly the Grand Rapids Area Convention & Visitors Bureau) 1 NW 3rd Street Grand Rapids, Minnesota 55744 1-800-355-9740 218-326-9607 2005 Visit Grand Rapids Designed by Midwest Captions, Inc.

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Travel for Kids: Italy fun things to do with kids in Italy "All over Italy, people were friendly, especially to kids. My kids loved it when waiters treated them like real people and tried out their English on them," writes a friend. Italy is also a great place to travel with another family, or bring the grandparents – Italians are happy to accommodate a big family group. Tip: Don't miss our top picks for children's books on Italy, recommended by the staff of Travel for Kids, see below. Rome North Venice The Dolomite Alps Emilia-Romagna – Bologna Liguria – Genoa Milan Central Tuscany Florence South Campania Naples Pompeii Gondola rides in Venice, medieval towers of Lucca, Pinocchio's home town, picnics on the Italian lakes, the bustling piazzas of Rome. Looking for a well-rounded itinerary that combines travel to Italy's popular cities, villages and coastal towns in one trip? Intrepid Travel is just the family tour company to be your guide, as you bike, cruise, hike, and ride the trains around Italy: Intrepid Travel (Promotion code: 1177) Do you have a baby or toddler in tow? Little ones are wide-eyed and ready for adventure, but help with travel logistics is a big plus. Ciao Bambino! will set up a custom itinerary for Italy, with little kids in mind: Ciao Bambino! Da Wild, Da Crazy, Da Vinci Jon Scieszka, Adam McCauley Hilarious adventures of the Time Warp Trio, Fred, Joe and Sam, as they are whirled back to Renaissance Italy to look for da Vinci. When they fall into the clutches of Lord Borgia and Nicolo Machiavelli, Leonardo and the trio da Brooklyn cook up an invention to save their skins. (Easy reader) The Diary of Melanie Martin Carol Weston Breezy, comical adventures of 10-year-old Melanie in Italy, "Or How I Survived Matt the Brat, Michelangelo and the Leaning Tower of Pizza." Perfect to bring on your trip. (Chapter book) Stavaganza Trilogy: City of Masks City of Stars City of Flowers Mary Hoffman A dazzling historical fantasy, set in 16th century Italy. Each book is set in a different city that resembles Venice, Siena and Florence. Magical talismans transport teenagers from present day to the Renaissance, where they encounter deadly feuds, legendary horse races, masked duchesses, mystery and adventure. A fabulous series, so captivating, when you visit these cities, you'll feel like you're part of the story. (Chapter book) The Blood Stone Jamila Gavin In Venice, Filippo Veroneo's family owns a peerless diamond pendant, the Ocean of the Moon, a jewel created by his father. To escape the clutches of his greedy guardian, Filippo leaves Venice on a fishing boat, but he carries with him the precious diamond, a ransom for his father in far-off Hindustan. A shimmering adventure of 17th century Venice, crossroads of the world. (Chapter book) The Renaissance Tim Wood All about the Renaissance, which began in Italy – Italian city-states, painting and sculpture, architecture, music and poetry, alchemy and science, warfare and technology. "See-through" scenes of a Florentine town house and St. Peter's cathedral in Rome. (Picture book) Leonardo da Vinci and the Renaissance Treasure Chest Andrew Langley A treasure chest full of goodies – mini-bio of Leonardo, (the quintessential "Renaissance man"), plastic flying machine to build, Leonardo's sketchbook, paper model of Santa Maria del Fiore, slider of the Last Supper (before and after restoration). (Activity pack) Katie and the Mona Lisa James Mayhew Little Katie gets in the picture, when the Mona Lisa invites her to climb into Italian Renaissance paintings. But everything doesn't go quite right, and it takes an angel with a lute to soothe three angry Botticelli dancers and a roaring lion of Venice. Delightful illustrations and fun for little kids. (Picture book) Michelangelo Diane Stanley Life and times of a Renaissance genius – the mega-talented Michelangelo, painter of the Sistine Chapel, sculptor of the Pieta , and architect of St. Peter's in Rome. (Picture Book) The Renaissance Art Book Wenda O'Reilly When you visit museums or churches in Italy, you'll run into these guys – Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Fra Angelico and Botticelli. This is a fun, readable introduction to 30 different Renaissance paintings and sculpture, e.g. why is the baby Jesus holding a pomegranate (not a bumpy muffin) , each saint has a symbol etc. Good for younger kids. (Picture book) Daughter of Venice Donna Jo Napoli 16th century Venice. Donata breaks the rigid confines of her noble family to explore her beloved city. Sparkling story of a teenage girl who would rather wear smelly clothes of a fisherboy than silks and parasols, and glows with the light and colors of Venice. (Chapter book) Ancient Rome (Eyewitness Books) Simon James Essential guide to ancient Rome – history, the emperors (complete timeline), legionaries, senators and slaves, family life, gladiators and the arena, food and dinner parties, music and theater, gods and religion. Fabulous artifacts, detailed photographs, and a model of the Colosseum. (Picture book) Lift the Lid on Gladiators Philip Wilkinson High-quality gladiator action figure (comes with swords, shields, trident, net, helmet, arm and leg guards) and a drawer full of goodies – booklet on gladiators, map of the Roman Empire, cardboard model of the Colosseum, ancient Roman board game. (Activity pack) The Secrets of Vesuvius (Roman Mysteries 2) Caroline Lawrence 79 A.D. Fresh from solving the mystery of the watchdogs in The Thieves of Ostia , Flavia and her three friends are visiting her uncle near Pompeii. Admiral Pliny has given them a Latin riddle to solve, and they need to find a blacksmith called Vulcan, before Mt. Vesuvius pops its top. (Chapter book) This is a great series, with more adventures in The Pirates of Pompeii , The Assassins of Rome , and The Dolphins of Laussrentum , The Enemies of Jupiter and The Gladiators from Capua . Tiger, Tiger Lynne Reid Banks Twin tiger cubs, captured in their jungle home, are brought to Rome for the Colosseum games. One cub becomes a pet of the Emperor's daughter, the other cub is trained for the arena. Will it be thumbs up or thumbs down, when the tigers meet again? A captivating, exciting story of ancient Rome. (Chapter book) On Etruscan Time Tracy Barrett Twelve year old Hector wasn't keen on spending his summer on an Etruscan dig in Tuscany, but when he finds a mysterious stone eye, the dusty ruins around him become a thriving Etruscan village, more than 2,000 years ago. Can Hector protect an Etruscan boy from an evil plot, and keep the archeological dig going? (Chapter book) Italy Monuments Past and Present A.R. Staccioli If you're planning to visit Rome, Ostia, Hadrian's Villa, Pompeii, Herculaneum or Paestum, this is an essential guide to the ruins. With cool plastic overlays, you can see what the dusty ruins look like today, and what they looked like in Roman times. (Picture book) Strega Nona Tomie de Paola Strega Nona, a kindly "Grandma Witch," has a magic pasta pot. Big Anthony gets into trouble when he says, "Bubble, bubble pasta pot, boil me some pasta nice and hot." Fun for little ones. (Picture book) Pizza for the Queen Nancy Castaldo, Melisande Potter In Napoli, Raffaele has the best pizzeria, so famous the queen wants to taste his pizza. He shops for the finest ingredients – cheese, olive oil, sausage, little fish, and makes three different pizzas. The third pizza, with red tomato, green basil and white mozzarella, the colors of the Italian flag, is the queen's favorite, Pizza Margherita. A charming story, with delightful illustrations. (Picture book) Let's Learn Italian Coloring Book Anne-Françoise Hazzan Loads of fun pictures to color – from l'automobile to la casa (house), il gatto (cat), il pesce (fish), seasons of the year, days of the week, animals and food. (Coloring book) Ciao Bambino! Danna Troncatty Leahy, Gabhor Utomo Take a trip around Italy, just for toddlers. A grinning boy and his lovable bear splash in the water fountains, visit a farm, explore the ruins, and best of all, eat lots of pizza and gelato. Adorable watercolor illustrations. (Picture book) Italy Discovery Journal P.L.Byrne A wonderful way for kids to soak up Italian culture and put things in a journal – spot your favorite pasta shapes, pencil in favorite building colors, collect postcards of your favorite landmark, and many fun activities. (eBook) (More children's books on other Italy pages) travel for kids | italy Travel for Kids Your best choice for family travel 2000-2005 Globetracks, Inc. disclaimers and limitation of liability

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France Travel Planning Essentials  You are here: About > Travel > France for Visitors > Trip Planning Travel Go France Essentials New Year's Eve in Paris and France Worst of France 2005 Paris Travel Guide Top French Ski Resorts Best New Year's Eve Champagne Articles & Resources Destinations Trip Planning Transportation Interests & Situations Money, Safety & Issues Things to Do in France Where to Stay in France Staying Connected Blogs Picture Galleries Culture, Language & People Fun, Freebies & Quizes Relocating to France Nudism, Sex & Gay Travel D-Day & Historic Travel Buyer's Guide Before You Buy Top Picks Sites Selling French Products Before You Buy the Gift of Travel Gifts for the France Fanatic Product Reviews Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the France for Visitors newsletter! See Online Courses   Search France for Visitors > Trip Planning Planning Your Trip to France Before you go to France, there are certain essentials you must know. Find out what to pack, which guide books are best, and other basic information for your trip. Be sure to scroll below the ad for more links. Subtopics FirstTimers Guide (8) Packing Tips (4) Maps (15) Articles & Resources Sort By : Guide Picks | Alphabetical | Recent Top France Travel Guidebooks The key to planning a great French trip is a great French travel book. It not only can help you establish an itinerary, but you can also decide on lodging, dining and attractions for while you are there. I never travel without a couple in my bag to help me decide what to do. Here are the most indispensable travel guides. France: Before You Go Before you go to France, find out all the basics about customs requirements, the culture, weather, currency and more. Also, get tips on when to go and where to go in France. Free Course: France Trip Planning 101 It is no easy task planning a trip to France. Even so, it's all worth it. But save yourself a lot of headache and stress by learning all the basics first with this free online e-course. How to Use the Toilets in France Using a toilet may sound like the simplest of tasks, but if you aren't used to France's plumbing it can be daunting. Find out what various forms the johns take here, how to flush, how much it will cost you and other secrets to using the restroom. Do you have to know French to visit France? Find the answer to the France Travel FAQ, "Do you have to know French to visit France?"        Topic Index | Email to a Friend Our Story | Be a Guide | Advertising Info | Work at About | Site Map | Icons | Help User Agreement | Ethics Policy | Patent Info. | Privacy Policy | Kids' Privacy Policy ©2005 About, Inc., A part of the New York Times Company . All rights reserved. Around About New Video iPod - Review POLL: Must-Have Gadgets VIDEO: Portable Gaming VIDEO: Choosing a TV Hugh Hefner's Life What's Hot New Year's Eve in France Paris Gay Pride Parade Host A France-Themed Party Nice, France Photo Gallery Camping in France Headlines Lose Weight with the French Diet The French eat rich foods, drink lots of wine and Worst of France 2005 The year 2005 was a tough one for France, as Top Ski Resort Hotels in France France features some of the world's best skiing, be it New Year's Eve in Paris and Other French Cities The French really know how to celebrate New Year's, whether

Mexico Travel

Mexico and Central America - Travel Vacation Tourism Information for Visitors  You are here: About > Travel > Mexico / Central America for Visitors Travel Go Mexico Essentials Packing List for Travelers to Mexico Health Information Mexico / C. America Safety Considerations Travel Books Mexico and Central America Tourism Offices Mexico/ Central America Articles & Resources Mexico Mexico City Acapulco, Mexico Cancun Yucatan Baja Los Cabos Puerto Vallarta Other Places Photos of Mexico Belize, Central America Costa Rica El Salvador Guatemala Honduras Nicaragua Panama Forums Help FREE Newsletter Sign Up Now for the Mexico / Central America for Visitors newsletter! See Online Courses   Search Mexico / Central America for Visitors From Apply Now , Your Guide to Mexico / Central America for Visitors . FREE Newsletter. Sign Up Now! Top 6 Travel Books for Mexico and Central America There are many travel guidebooks devoted to Mexico and to Central America. Here is my recommended list of top travel books which should prove to be valuable aids for many visitors to this area of the world. Read Archives | permalink Health Information for Visitors to Mexico and Central America This article provides a summary of the more important health related issues that visitors to Mexico or Central America should be aware of when planning a trip to this area of the world Read Archives | permalink Safety Considerations for Travelers to Mexico and Central America Travel to Mexico and Central America is not significantly less safe than travel to many other areas of the world. However, visitors to this area must exercise care, common sense and a high degree of awareness with respect to their personal security. Here are some safety considerations to keep in mind in this regard. Read Archives | permalink Acapulco, Mexico Once a favorite destination of honeymooners, celebrities and the "jet set" crowd, Acapulco is now a resort town that appeals to many types of travelers. Read this article for more information. Read Archives | permalink The Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve, Costa Rica The Monteverde Cloud Forest Reserve is a biological reserve owned and managed by the Tropical Science Center, a Costa Rican nonprofit, scientific research organization. This reserve is regarded by many as one of the top tropical plant and wildlife sanctuaries in the world. It is perhaps the most beautiful of the many cloud forests located in Costa Rica and has become one of the most popular ecotourism destinations in Central America. Read Archives | permalink Hurricane Wilma AP reports that Hurricane Wilma sent ocean waves surging over the narrow strip of land that holds Cancun's resort hotels Saturday, flooding streets several yards deep as some 30,000 tourists huddled in hotels and shelters taking on water. Read more... Read Archives | permalink Packing List for Travelers to Mexico & Central America An important aspect of good travel planning is deciding what items to take with you on your vacation. What you take will, of course, depend on such factors as the climate of your destination, the types of activities you propose to engage in while there and the duration of your trip. The general rule to keep in mind is to bring all of the basic or essential items you might need but resisting the temptation to pack non-essential items. In other words, do not over-pack! Read Archives | permalink Fishing In Mexico Mexico offers hundreds of fishing spots and is a top location to visit for a great fishing trip. Mexicos deep sea fishing is world famous and there are many excellent charters and guides to choose from to make sure you get the most out of your fishing adventure. Read Archives | permalink Cozumel, Mexico Cozumel is the largest island in Mexico and the country's top diving destination. Cozumel derives its name from the Mayans who believed the island to be a sacred shrine. In the Mayan language, Cozumel translates to "land of the swallows," a reflection of the indigenous birds that make the island their home. Read Archives | permalink Health Information for Visitors to Mexico and Central America This article provides a summary of the more important health related issues that visitors to Mexico or Central America should be aware of when planning a trip to this area of the world. Read Archives | permalink Display Latest Headlines | | | Read Archives powered by Movable Type Advertisement Most Popular Mexican Music La Paz, Mexico Quinceanera Packing List Tijuana, Mexico What's Hot Buying Real Estate in Mexico Puerto Vallarta Cozumel, Mexico Whale Watching Fishing In Mexico Related Topics California for Visitors South America for Visitors Caribbean for Visitors Mexican Cuisine        Topic Index | Email to a Friend Our Story | Be a Guide | Advertising Info | Work at About | Site Map | Icons | Help User Agreement | Ethics Policy | Patent Info. | Privacy Policy | Kids' Privacy Policy ©2005 About, Inc., A part of the New York Times Company . All rights reserved. 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