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"Six Flags Fun Park" for the Nintendo Wii includes 40 mini-games. Vertical Velocity is one of the attractions found by strolling through the 3D virtual theme park. The object of the game is to shoot as many objects on the screen as possible, while the timer counts down in the corner. It costs money to play but if you beat the game you are awarded tickets, redeemable towards the rides in the park.
"Six Flags Fun Park" is a game for the Nintendo Wii that tasks players with exploring, riding the rides and playing the games in a virtual Six Flags amusement park. At the beginning of the game, players create a character by choosing their gender, hairstyle and the clothes they wear. As you play through the game, you gain new clothes and sometimes need to be wearing a specific outfit to access specific areas. You can change clothes at any time by opening the Clothes menu using the Wii Remote's directional pad.
Though boards can be spliced (joined) together merely with nails and/or glue, a more permanent and stronger joint is created by using a joist hanger. The hanger is U-shaped and fits under the end of one board while that board is held against the side of a second board. Nails are inserted through holes on the hanger into both boards to create a firm and long lasting joint. Joist hangers come in various sizes to accommodate boards of different widths and thicknesses.
Wichita is the largest city in the U.S. state of Kansas. Considered the "Air Capital of the World," the city is home to a number of aircraft companies. It lies on the bank of the Arkansas River and there are a plethora of waterways throughout the metropolitan area, including a number of natural lakes.
Science demonstrations for kids in Texas can be found all over the Lone Star State and cover a variety of branches of science. Learn about paleontology, the human body, animals, and more. Check out these educational hotspots for scientific fun and learning, whether for a school field trip or for family fun.
High wind speeds are some of the most important environmental factors pilots must take into account in order to fly safely. High wind speeds can increase the speed of the plane, slow it down or affect its direction, sometimes unpredictably. High wind speeds can pose a risk to the airplane during takeoffs and landings. Pilots must constantly monitor the speed and direction of winds and remain alert to any sudden or strong changes.
Road construction or work zone signs serve a very important function in traffic situations. Construction signs often have diamond shapes, but some are rectangular; they're always orange with black lettering. Road construction signs are set up to identify construction, maintenance and utility areas where tools and machinery are being used by workers. Drivers encountering construction zones should turn on their headlights and read and obey all intersection warning signs. Drivers should familiarize themselves with the various signs and their meanings.
With over a century of history to its name, Grand Prairie, Texas was incorporated as a city in 1909. In this time, the city grew from a three-block town with dirt roads to being named one of the "Best Places to Live" by Money Magazine in 2008. Grand Prairie is also recognized for its parks and recreation and beautiful scenery.
Monkeys are primates. They share this classification with lemurs, great apes and humans. There are over 150 different monkey species spread around the world's warmer regions. These creatures are identified by their grasping hands, their eyes that are positioned at the front of their heads, and their highly-developed brains. Some monkeys such as the howlers have prehensile tails that allow them to move through the trees with athletic agility. Monkeys can generally be divided into Old World monkeys and New World monkeys. Old World monkeys are found in Africa and Asia while New World monkeys live in Central and South…
The Harvard Yard Badge is achieved though a social networking site called Foursquare that is used as an application with smart phones to share the locations you visit with your friends who also belong to the site. Foursquare is compatible with Facebook and your friends can be merged to your Foursquare account. To get the badge, you must visit locations in Cambridge, Mass., that are predetermined by Foursquare to be "Harvard" locations. Foursquare is free to join.
A land area of just over 262,000 square miles makes Texas the largest state in the continental United States. Because of its enormous size, the weather and wind speeds throughout Texas vary significantly. For instance, Brownsville, on the Gulf Coast near the Mexican border, hasn't had any measurable snowfall since record-keeping began, whereas the town of Vega, in the Texas panhandle, averages 23 inches per year.
Six Flags Entertainment is headquartered in Grand Prairie, Texas and has 19 theme parks located in the United States, Canada and Mexico. Six Flags Over Texas, in Arlington, Texas -- located between Dallas and Fort Worth -- is the oldest of the three parks in Texas. It is a theme park with rollercoasters, amusement park rides and a variety of entertainment. See "Guide to SFOT," below, for a detailed description of every ride. Six Flags over Texas sells general admission day passes for $54.99 for adults or $34.99 for children. Children under 2 years old are admitted free. Those who…
There are lords and ladies, knights carrying weapons and damsels with long, braided hair. Street vendors are peddling wares and jesters are juggling and entertaining scores of children. You are not watching a movie. You are at a Renaissance fair in Texas, a state normally associated with cowboys. The Lone Star State has four large Renaissance fairs you can visit.
San Francisco offers visitors many things to see and do, including touring museums, enjoying walks in the forest parks while listening to free live performances, admiring the sights along the Bay and riding cable cars. San Francisco also features restaurants and areas with different cultures and cuisine, such as Chinatown and Japantown. When planning your San Francisco visit, you'll want to know how best to experience the best that the city has to offer.
Fenwick Island is a town located in the southern region of Delaware. Fenwick Island, along with neighboring towns Bethany Beach and South Bethany, are commonly called "The Quiet Resorts" due to a reputation as a relaxing, family-orientation town. Fenwick Island also offers several pet-friendly vacation rentals along its beachfront coastline.
The unincorporated community of Pine Junction, Colorado, is located in the center of the Centennial State, among the foothills of the Rocky Mountains. Framed by scenic mountain views, the small community is just southwest of the metropolitan Denver area. The surrounding area is home to several businesses, many of which offer the opportunity to host a party or celebration, such as an event center, bowling alley or restaurant.
The largest city in Texas, Houston is also the fourth most populated city in the United States. With it's museum district and over 500 cultural and arts organizations there are a large number of kid-friendly attractions and events going on year round. From indoor to outdoor activities, including earth and space exploration, Houston's nearly 8,778 square miles has just about all of your kid's imagination covered.
Golf, bumper boats and arcade games are all activities that youngsters love to indulge in. Of course, most people do not have such equipment in their own backyards. Parents living in or simply visiting the Dallas area, must check out one of these exciting venues, guaranteed to keep the kids entertained.
El Paso is the fourth-largest city in the state of Texas, and is a veritable history book of a city due to its experiences with Spanish conquistadors, border disputes, gunfighters and antediluvian highways. The city stands on the shores of the Rio Grande and is situated in between two mountain ranges. Spending up to two days in El Paso is recommended as a way to explore its border town heritage.
Ocala is a city located in central Florida approximately 20 miles south of Gainesville. Ocala is home to the Ocala National Forest, the second largest national forest in Florida. Tampa is a major coastal city located in the Tampa Bay/St. Petersburg area. In between the two cities are 100 miles and highway and several attractions.
In 1513 CE, Ponce de Leon dropped anchor off what is now St. Augustine, Florida. Although native tribes already occupied the region, de Leon claimed the lands he discovered for Spain, naming the area La Florida. The Calusa and Seminole Indian populations dwindled or relocated over the years, as European settlers moved in. Today, Florida boasts major cities with scenic splendors, universities, cultural innovations and recreation escapes.
Insects are the most abundant life form to be found in the world's rainforests. Scientists believe that there are an estimated 50 million different species of insects living in rainforests, and new ones are being discovered all the time. With so many different types of insects living in one area it is impossible to name them all, but certain categories can be distinguished.
California has a population of more than 36 million -- the highest in the country -- and is the third largest state in the country, according to the 2010 U.S. Census. With months of sunny weather, and home to many theme parks and tourist attractions, California is visited by millions of foreign and domestic tourists every year. Major cities in the state include Los Angeles, San Diego, San Francisco and Sacramento.
Corpus Christi Beach is one of the city's most popular beaches along Corpus Christi Bay. The beach is a popular destination for Texas residents, as well as travelers from throughout the United States. With attractions such as the USS Lexington and the Texas State Aquarium and a wide variety of restaurants and shops to choose from, visitors will have plenty to keep them occupied once they arrive.
Everything may be bigger in Texas, but, unfortunately for Texans, this can also include traffic delays. Overall, Texas is home to some of the largest and most beautiful highways, with wildflowers beautifying the roadsides. Because certain areas of the state have treacherous and slow-moving traffic, knowing the conditions you may face can save you a lot of time and headaches.
Six Flags is a group of theme parks with locations throughout the United States, including three each in California, New Jersey and Texas, two in Georgia and two in New York and one each in Illinois, Maryland, Massachusetts, Missouri. The franchise also has parks in Montreal, Canada, and Mexico City. Each venue offers one-day and season passes, which offer unlimited entrance to the park for a specified period. Becoming a season pass holder includes receiving discounts on food, merchandise and parking, among other perks.
How much excitement you'll have in a city will depend on what you're looking for and will correspond very closely with your opportunities to participate in various activities. Forbes.com compiled a list of the most entertaining cities in the United States based on their volume of restaurants and bars and other criteria. These cities below all made the top 10 list.
"Oh, Mexico," goes the Jimmy Buffet song. "It sounds so simple, I just got to go." From San Diego, California, it's easy to make your way across the border to Tijuana, Mexico. Drive there or ride a bike. Buses and trolleys make daily trips. Or take a guided bus tour. With so many options, take a line from Buffet: "I guess I'll have to go now."
Sandgate, Vermont is home to approximately 350 individuals and is the former home of Robert Todd Lincoln, Ethan Allen and Norman Rockwell. The small town is located in Bennington County and is close to the Green Mountains and the Equinox Mountains. Very few accommodations are offered in Sandgate, but nearby cities including Arlington and Manchester offer guests close proximity to the town.
Different types of coral can be found in waters throughout the world, from the warm waters of the tropics to the cold oceans of the polar regions. Coral types that form reefs are generally found within the tropics between the latitudes of 30 degrees south and 30 degrees north. The natural water temperatures have an important effect on reef growth.
Cities throughout the United States bustle with culture and commerce, yet no two U.S. cities are alike. Each has its own identity shaped by its architecture, natural and man-made resources, and especially its people. You'll find the nation's major cities on many top 10 lists of best and worst places to live, work and pursue pleasure.
Dallas is one of the largest and most populous cities, not only in Texas, but also in the United States as well. With an estimated July 2009 population of 1,299,543, Dallas is a booming metropolis. Visitors to the Dallas area will find that there are plenty of ways to occupy their time.
Blank flags, those with no imagery and just one color, are more common than you might think. Flags are commonly used symbols for nationalism and identification, but the majority of the blank flags in the world are used for signals. Blank flags are used in railways and in mariner life, and in the military.
The Pocono Mountains region encompasses 2,400 square miles in northeast Pennsylvania and has a long history as a haven for summer and winter outdoor enthusiasts. The area's rivers, mountains and woodlands host skiers and snowboarders in winter and hikers, bikers, golfers and boaters in summer. According to Gillian Moore, social media and public relations coordinator for the Pocono Mountains Visitors Bureau, there are more than 45 pet-friendly accommodation options for a weekend in the area including a number of cabins. Moore's top recommendations are The Blackwalnut Inn, Martinville Streamside Cottages, Countryside Cottages and Martin's Lakefront Cottages.
Maplesville is a small community which, as of June 2009, has a population of 699. It is located in central Alabama's Chilton County and is a mainly rural town with local farms and private residences. It has few local businesses and no hotels. Travelers looking for somewhere to stay in the area can find a number of hotels to the east in nearby Clanton.
Falcon Heights is a city set within the Minneapolis-St. Paul urban area, located more or less equidistantly between each of the Twin Cities. The University of Minnesota's St. Paul campus, and its golf course, are close by, as are the Minnesota State Fairgrounds and the Gibbs Museum of Pioneer and Dakotah life. Whether you're visiting Falcon Heights for business, study or pleasure, the area offers a number of hotel options.
Moncton is a city in eastern Canada in the province of New Brunswick. The city is known for its natural beauty, shopping, amusement parks and business district. The city also offers interesting natural wonders including the tidal bore from the Bay of Fundy's high tides and the optical illusion of Magnetic Hill. The tidal bore can be seen daily in the Petitcodiac River as high tides in the Bay of Fundy cause a wave that fills the river. Magnetic Hill is a large amusement area centered around a hill that seems to elude gravity. Cars driving down the hill's incline…
Lowndesboro is a small rural community in central Alabama's Lowndes County. The community has a small population which, as of July 2009, numbered just 124. Located near Highway 80, the community has good access to nearby towns such as Montgomery, Alabama. For those visiting Lowndesboro there are no local hotels, but a few miles away in Montgomery a range of accommodation options are available.
Explore Euless, Texas and nearby areas to get to know a city that had its beginnings as a cotton gin from the late 1800s. Tour historical sights or visit modern museums to view cutting-edge exhibits. Do more than sightseeing; the area has many opportunities for recreation to stimulate your senses and keep active.
A visit to San Antonio, Texas wouldn't be complete without a trip to the River Walk. Spend a day strolling down the famous stone walkway that runs alongside the San Antonio River. You'll find shopping, restaurants, and hotels, but you'll also find plenty of attractions that kids will find appealing.
Holt is a seaside town that boasts several small hotels. Known for it's classical Georgian village architecture, Holt was reconstructed after a devastating fire in the early 18th-century. Holt has military and historical museums, a water mill, craft and antique shops and natural areas ranging from agrarian landscapes to miles of coastline. The lively arts scene is enhanced by scores of historical sites and over 2,000 heritage buildings. A steam train brings visitors along these scenic landscapes and boat excursions explore the coastline. Holt attracts bird and nature-watchers due to its collection of pristine estates and nature preserves around the…
New Llano is a small town in Vernon County, Louisiana. It is less then two miles south of Leesville, the county seat, and eight miles from the Fort Polk Military Reserve. The town, once called Stables, was renamed in 1917 by 200 members of the Socialist commune Llano Del Rio, who had relocated there to form a socialist commune that lasted 22 years.
Kennedale is a city in Tarrant County, Texas, located at the southeast border of Fort Worth and the southwest border of Arlington. The total area of the city is six square miles and at the 2000 census, the population was 5,850. Because of its size, there are very few accommodation options in Kennedale but nearby Forest Hill has several options for visitors wishing to explore the surrounding area.
Planners first mapped out the city of Kirkwood, Missouri, as a railroad commuter district in 1853. Today, Kirkwood forms one of the suburbs of St. Louis and had a population of just under 30,000 residents as of 2009. It boasts a high standard of living, good schools and more than 300 acres of parks. The 1893 train station still serves this community and is one of a handful of Kirkwood attractions on the National Historic Register.
Fircrest is an eastern suburb of Tacoma, Washington. The Puget Sound region is abundant in fishing and hunting grounds and was originally home to Puyallup and Nisqually American Indians. European settlers arrived in the 1850s and shortly thereafter, the Northern Pacific Railroad made Tacoma its western terminus. The Tacoma area is considered the gateway to Mount Rainier.
Mesquite, known as the "Rodeo Capital of Texas," is a city located in northeastern Texas that lands in both Dallas and Kaufman counties. Travelers to the area are located near zoos, aquariums, theme parks and many more exciting attractions. Although Mesquite is home to a large selection of hotels, only a select few offer discount rates that typically range under $50 per night.
Rockaway Park, New York is located in Queens County, and very close to the John F. Kennedy International Airport. Among other things, this area is known for its St. Patrick's Day parade, which is the second largest parade of its kind in New York City. At times in the past, Rockaway Park has been called the "Irish Riviera." Although there are no major hotels in the Rockaway Park area, there are many hotels close by.
If you want to go camping out of the populated Queens region but don't want to travel too far, you don't have to. There are plenty of state parks and camping grounds within a few hours' drive, many of which are located along Long Island Sound or the Atlantic Ocean. Most feature swimming spots, fishing, hiking or biking trails and playgrounds. Some have additional activities, like movie nights, craft classes and summer programs organized by camp staff.
Flomaton is a town in the Escambia County area of Alabama and features the Flomaton Speedway with weekly races and events. While there are no hotels located in Flomaton there are numerous hotels within 35 miles of the town, including those in neighboring Pensacola, Florida. Such hotels provide easy access to Pensacola beaches and recreational activities.
Lynn, a seaside community on Massachusetts north-central coast, sits on Massachusetts Bay 15 miles north of Boston. Visitors to Lynn looking for lodging with added amenities will find a few hotels with on-site swimming pool and Jacuzzi near the city with easy access to the local attractions including Lynn Heritage State Park, Lynn Museum and Seaport Marina.
