Road trip from Des Moines to Irvine
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ITINERARY
29h 10m1,684 miles14 stops
1
The Rat Pack is Back
The number 1 Rat Pack show in the world, now in its' 24th year. The only show of its' kind with an award from the Congress of the United States of America, a full time show running in Las Vegas and national and international touring companies, appearances in over 40 states, 8000 performances and over 3 million satisfied customers.
2
Sheffield Spice & Tea Co.
We're the premier Las Vegas-based purveyor of exotic handcrafted spices, fine loose teas, flavored oils & vinegars specialty gourmet foods and all the accessories to make your spice and tea experience the finest anywhere. We create all our own spices blends, some of our tea blends and work with many of the premier tea and spice companies from around the world. We serve the local community, local and global entertainers while in town, worldwide visitors, local restaurant owners and loyal customers from all over the country. They all are looking for teas, spices and unique gifts not just for themselves, but to buy for friends and family. Our items make unique presents and have found their way to all parts of the World. We are the destination for serious cooks, tea drinkers and anyone looking for fun gifts for the kitchen.
3
Khoury’s Fine Wine & Spirits
4
Massage Envy Spa Blue Diamond Crossing
5
Yorba Regional Park
6
Strawberry Farms Golf Club
7
Anaheim Convention Center
8
International Surfing Museum
9
Brenton Skating Plaza
10
Fitness Sports
Iowa's first Specialty Running & Walking store with a emphasis on personal service. Ou r stone motto is "Where You have the Right to B-Fit". Est. in 1984.
11
Hot Shops Art Center
12
LoDo Massage Studio
Therapeutic Massage Services! At LoDo Massage Studio, we believe a good massage can be a powerful tool to reshape and restore how your body feels and functions. Our massage therapists are talented, licensed, experts who are passionate about providing transformational therapeutic bodywork. Our studio encourages our LMTs to use their unique experience and skill to customize your massage to your body’s exact needs by using a wide range of modalities. Looking for a place to start? Named for our beloved city, our signature Mile High Massage service is tailored to suit you just right. You could also choose a relaxing Swedish massage, invigorating Sports Massage, or effective Neuromuscular Massage. We also offer add-ons like Aromatherapy, and Hot Towels to create a massage bespoke for your body.
13
Hollywood Candy
Hollywood Candy is a giant candy store proudly serving Omaha’s Old Market since 2007. We offer a large selection of housemate chocolate candy including our chocolate covered bacon, chocolate potato chips, candy cookie pops and our famous Peanut Butter Surprise. We have all flavors or Jelly Belly jelly beans and a large selection of M&M’s. We offer the largest selection of bulk candy in the area including hard to find retro brands, favorite brands like Hershey’s and Oreo, rock candy, gummies, sour candy, and lollipops. Our Soda Shoppe offers over 200 varieties of familiar and unique soda brands. We have the largest collection of PEZ dispensers for everyone to enjoy plus a large assortment for sale.
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Fun Plex
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Des Moines to Irvine
1
Start:The Rat Pack is Back
Las Vegas, Nevada·
4.0
(999) review
The number 1 Rat Pack show in the world, now in its' 24th year. The only show of its' kind with an award from the Congress of the United States of America, a full time show running in Las Vegas and national and international touring companies, appearances in over 40 states, 8000 performances and over 3 million satisfied customers.
2
Start:Sheffield Spice & Tea Co.
Las Vegas, Nevada·
4.5
(8) review
We're the premier Las Vegas-based purveyor of exotic handcrafted spices, fine loose teas, flavored oils & vinegars specialty gourmet foods and all the accessories to make your spice and tea experience the finest anywhere. We create all our own spices blends, some of our tea blends and work with many of the premier tea and spice companies from around the world. We serve the local community, local and global entertainers while in town, worldwide visitors, local restaurant owners and loyal customers from all over the country. They all are looking for teas, spices and unique gifts not just for themselves, but to buy for friends and family. Our items make unique presents and have found their way to all parts of the World. We are the destination for serious cooks, tea drinkers and anyone looking for fun gifts for the kitchen.
3
Start:Khoury’s Fine Wine & Spirits
Las Vegas, Nevada·
5.0
(9) review
9915 S Eastern Ave Ste 110, Las Vegas, NV 89183-7960
4
Start:Massage Envy Spa Blue Diamond Crossing
Las Vegas, Nevada·
4.0
(8) review
4280 Blue Diamond Rd Suite 101, Las Vegas, NV 89139-7779
5
Start:Yorba Regional Park
Anaheim, California·
4.5
(97) review
7600 E La Palma Ave, Anaheim, CA 92807-2444
6
Start:Strawberry Farms Golf Club
Irvine, California·
4.0
(99) review
11 Strawberry Farm Rd, Irvine, CA 92612-2300
7
Start:Anaheim Convention Center
Anaheim, California·
4.5
(976) review
800 W Katella Ave Suite 600, Anaheim, CA 92802-3496
8
Start:International Surfing Museum
Huntington Beach, California·
4.0
(99) review
411 Olive Ave, Huntington Beach, CA 92648-5142
9
Start:Brenton Skating Plaza
Des Moines, Iowa·
4.5
(9) review
520 Robert D Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA 50309-1824
10
Start:Fitness Sports
Des Moines, Iowa·
5.0
(9) review
Iowa's first Specialty Running & Walking store with a emphasis on personal service. Ou r stone motto is "Where You have the Right to B-Fit". Est. in 1984.
11
Start:Hot Shops Art Center
Omaha, Nebraska·
4.5
(96) review
13th & Nicholas, Omaha, NE 68102
12
Start:LoDo Massage Studio
Denver, Colorado·
5.0
(99) review
Therapeutic Massage Services! At LoDo Massage Studio, we believe a good massage can be a powerful tool to reshape and restore how your body feels and functions. Our massage therapists are talented, licensed, experts who are passionate about providing transformational therapeutic bodywork. Our studio encourages our LMTs to use their unique experience and skill to customize your massage to your body’s exact needs by using a wide range of modalities. Looking for a place to start? Named for our beloved city, our signature Mile High Massage service is tailored to suit you just right. You could also choose a relaxing Swedish massage, invigorating Sports Massage, or effective Neuromuscular Massage. We also offer add-ons like Aromatherapy, and Hot Towels to create a massage bespoke for your body.
13
Start:Hollywood Candy
Omaha, Nebraska·
4.0
(99) review
Hollywood Candy is a giant candy store proudly serving Omaha’s Old Market since 2007. We offer a large selection of housemate chocolate candy including our chocolate covered bacon, chocolate potato chips, candy cookie pops and our famous Peanut Butter Surprise. We have all flavors or Jelly Belly jelly beans and a large selection of M&M’s. We offer the largest selection of bulk candy in the area including hard to find retro brands, favorite brands like Hershey’s and Oreo, rock candy, gummies, sour candy, and lollipops. Our Soda Shoppe offers over 200 varieties of familiar and unique soda brands. We have the largest collection of PEZ dispensers for everyone to enjoy plus a large assortment for sale.
14
Start:Fun Plex
Omaha, Nebraska·
3.5
(92) review
7003 Q St, Omaha, NE 68117-1649
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What's the driving distance between Des Moines and Irvine?
The distance is 1,684 miles
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The driving time can vary depending on traffic conditions, but it is typically 29h 10m mins in normal traffic
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