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ITINERARY
49h 54m2,794 miles33 stops
1
Yorba Regional Park
2
Anaheim Convention Center
3
MagIQ Room
MagIQ Room is a creative family business, a Hungarian-American “co-production”. Based upon the undisputed success of live escape games, MagIQ Room has decided to bring the activity to the next level. Game plots are more immersive and action based, with amazing theming and more difficulty levels, the adventure will be interesting for all ages.
4
Precision NY Chauffeur & Airport Transportation Services
Here at Precision NY Chauffeur & Airport Transportation Service, we offer limousine service and point to point transportation NYC. You can always depend on us for reliable transportation New York, New Jersey, Westchester, Connecticut, Washington DC, Pennsylvania, and Boston. Along with equitable rates and attentive service, we offer transfer services anywhere within the country. For your convenience, you may reserve any vehicle from our fleet vehicles up to 24 hours in advance, including the Lincoln MKT, Lincoln Town Car and Cadillac XTS. For larger parties or a more comfortable ride, we have Cadillac™ Escalades, Lincoln™ Navigators, and Chevy™ Suburbans. We also carry New 2023 and 2024 Mercedes S560s.
5
The Blue Bar, Algonquin Hotel
Comfortable and classic, the lounge of the Algonquin Hotel is a New York landmark.
6
BrainXcape
7
Mack Trucks Historical Museum
8
Allentown Rose Gardens
9
Marine Corps League NE Detachment Museum
10
Steamtown National Historic Site
This small museum is all about steam engines and their contribution to America's economy in the 19th century.
11
Hollywood Gaming Mahoning Valley Race Course
12
Paladin Brewing
13
Lock 3
14
Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Headquartered in a boldly designed building on Lake Erie's shore, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is a 150,000-square-foot museum featuring ever-changing exhibits documenting the history of rock and roll, from Elvis to our days. You’ll see hundreds of original artifacts, from Jimi Hendrix outfits to The Beatles’ handwritten lyrics. Experience the excitement of a Rock Hall induction night at the Power of Rock Experience or have your very own jam session at the Garage. You can also watch a concert while you're here, so check out the Rock Hall’s schedule and plan ahead. – Tripadvisor
15
Michigan Avenue Bridge
The view from the bridge is one of the best vistas the city has to offer.
16
The Chopping Block
The Chopping Block, Chicago's premiere recreational cooking school and gourmet retail store, offers demonstration and hands-on cooking classes, as well as wine classes, private cooking parties and corporate team building events. Classes at Lincoln Square cover subjects from cooking basics to intensive Boot Camps as well as seasonal, date nights, healthy and kids classes. We have a food-friendly wine selection so students can select beverages to pair with the menu of their class. Sorry, BYOB is not allowed.
17
Boystown
Located in Chicago's North Side, this vibrant neighborhood is known for its exciting nightlife and for being one of the largest LGBTQIA+ communities in the city. It's the host of the annual Chicago Pride Parade, and a must-see in the area is the Legacy Walk on Halsted Street, where you can learn about the contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community while admiring the colorful street art and rainbow crosswalks. Check out the unique shops and then grab a bite at one of the area's delicious Thai or Mexican restaurants. At night, visit one of the neighborhood's bars to enjoy a drag show, concert, and tasty cocktail. Consider taking a food or walking tour of Chicago that stops by Boystown. – Tripadvisor
18
Wrigley Field
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the legendary home of the Chicago Cubs with Wrigley Field Tours. Built in 1914, this must-see Chicago attraction houses more than 100 years of history. New this year, fans can join us on a non-gameday Ivy Tour which includes the opportunity to take a photo in front of Wrigley Field’s historic ivy wall.
19
What Lifts You Mural
You can find one of the town’s most famous photo ops in The Gulch neighborhood—a pair of intricate white lace wings against a black wall. There's usually a line, so go early in the morning or late in the day for fewer crowds. Try to find the easter eggs that the artist put into the mural: a cowboy hat, guitars, and barbecues to represent Nashville. Explore other street art in Nashville on a mural art tour—you'll see lots of other great sights, with plenty of time for photo ops.
20
1 Hundred West
1 Hundred West, in Davenport, IA, is the leading bar and grille serving Davenport and surrounding areas. We offer craft cocktails and a supper club inspired menu, along with drink specials, nightly features, wings, burgers, beer, family-style chicken fry, ribs, signature drinks, all you can eat fish fry and much more. For your next meal, visit 1 Hundred West in Davenport.
21
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.
22
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.
23
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.
24
Khoury’s Fine Wine & Spirits
25
Massage Envy Spa Blue Diamond Crossing
26
Allen County War Memorial Coliseum
27
Endless Brews
We are a bottle shop & craft beer bar with 20 taps and over 300 select bottles and cans for carry-out.
28
German American Heritage Center
29
Brenton Skating Plaza
30
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.
31
Hot Shops Art Center
32
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.
33
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OVERVIEW
Paterson to Los Angeles
1
Start:Yorba Regional Park
Anaheim, California·
4.5
(97) review
7600 E La Palma Ave, Anaheim, CA 92807-2444
2
Start:Anaheim Convention Center
Anaheim, California·
4.5
(976) review
800 W Katella Ave Suite 600, Anaheim, CA 92802-3496
3
Start:MagIQ Room
Los Angeles, California·
5.0
(99) review
MagIQ Room is a creative family business, a Hungarian-American “co-production”. Based upon the undisputed success of live escape games, MagIQ Room has decided to bring the activity to the next level. Game plots are more immersive and action based, with amazing theming and more difficulty levels, the adventure will be interesting for all ages.
4
Start:Precision NY Chauffeur & Airport Transportation Services
New York City, New York·
5.0
(99) review
Here at Precision NY Chauffeur & Airport Transportation Service, we offer limousine service and point to point transportation NYC. You can always depend on us for reliable transportation New York, New Jersey, Westchester, Connecticut, Washington DC, Pennsylvania, and Boston. Along with equitable rates and attentive service, we offer transfer services anywhere within the country. For your convenience, you may reserve any vehicle from our fleet vehicles up to 24 hours in advance, including the Lincoln MKT, Lincoln Town Car and Cadillac XTS. For larger parties or a more comfortable ride, we have Cadillac™ Escalades, Lincoln™ Navigators, and Chevy™ Suburbans. We also carry New 2023 and 2024 Mercedes S560s.
5
Start:The Blue Bar, Algonquin Hotel
New York City, New York·
4.0
(99) review
Comfortable and classic, the lounge of the Algonquin Hotel is a New York landmark.
6
Start:BrainXcape
New York City, New York·
5.0
(99) review
160 Broadway 3rd Fl, New York City, NY 10038
7
Start:Mack Trucks Historical Museum
Allentown, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(95) review
2402 Lehigh Pkwy S, Allentown, PA 18103-2900
8
Start:Allentown Rose Gardens
Allentown, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(78) review
3000 Parkway Blvd, Allentown, PA 18104-5327
9
Start:Marine Corps League NE Detachment Museum
Scranton, Pennsylvania·
5.0
(8) review
1340 Alder Street, Scranton, PA
10
Start:Steamtown National Historic Site
Scranton, Pennsylvania·
4.5
(902) review
This small museum is all about steam engines and their contribution to America's economy in the 19th century.
11
Start:Hollywood Gaming Mahoning Valley Race Course
Youngstown, Ohio·
3.5
(83) review
655 N Canfield Niles Rd, Youngstown, OH 44515-1102
12
Start:Paladin Brewing
Austintown, Youngstown, Ohio·
4.5
(9) review
6520 Mahoning Ave, Austintown, Youngstown, OH 44515-2012
13
Start:Lock 3
Akron, Ohio·
4.5
(98) review
200 S Main St, Akron, OH 44308-1315
14
Start:Rock & Roll Hall of Fame
Cleveland, Ohio·
4.5
(9964) review
Headquartered in a boldly designed building on Lake Erie's shore, The Rock and Roll Hall of Fame is a 150,000-square-foot museum featuring ever-changing exhibits documenting the history of rock and roll, from Elvis to our days. You’ll see hundreds of original artifacts, from Jimi Hendrix outfits to The Beatles’ handwritten lyrics. Experience the excitement of a Rock Hall induction night at the Power of Rock Experience or have your very own jam session at the Garage. You can also watch a concert while you're here, so check out the Rock Hall’s schedule and plan ahead. – Tripadvisor
15
Start:Michigan Avenue Bridge
Chicago, Illinois·
4.5
(985) review
The view from the bridge is one of the best vistas the city has to offer.
16
Start:The Chopping Block
Chicago, Illinois·
4.5
(98) review
The Chopping Block, Chicago's premiere recreational cooking school and gourmet retail store, offers demonstration and hands-on cooking classes, as well as wine classes, private cooking parties and corporate team building events. Classes at Lincoln Square cover subjects from cooking basics to intensive Boot Camps as well as seasonal, date nights, healthy and kids classes. We have a food-friendly wine selection so students can select beverages to pair with the menu of their class. Sorry, BYOB is not allowed.
17
Start:Boystown
Chicago, Illinois·
4.5
(98) review
Located in Chicago's North Side, this vibrant neighborhood is known for its exciting nightlife and for being one of the largest LGBTQIA+ communities in the city. It's the host of the annual Chicago Pride Parade, and a must-see in the area is the Legacy Walk on Halsted Street, where you can learn about the contributions of the LGBTQIA+ community while admiring the colorful street art and rainbow crosswalks. Check out the unique shops and then grab a bite at one of the area's delicious Thai or Mexican restaurants. At night, visit one of the neighborhood's bars to enjoy a drag show, concert, and tasty cocktail. Consider taking a food or walking tour of Chicago that stops by Boystown. – Tripadvisor
18
Start:Wrigley Field
Chicago, Illinois·
4.5
(9953) review
Get a behind-the-scenes look at the legendary home of the Chicago Cubs with Wrigley Field Tours. Built in 1914, this must-see Chicago attraction houses more than 100 years of history. New this year, fans can join us on a non-gameday Ivy Tour which includes the opportunity to take a photo in front of Wrigley Field’s historic ivy wall.
19
Start:What Lifts You Mural
Nashville, Davidson County, Tennessee·
4.5
(83) review
You can find one of the town’s most famous photo ops in The Gulch neighborhood—a pair of intricate white lace wings against a black wall. There's usually a line, so go early in the morning or late in the day for fewer crowds. Try to find the easter eggs that the artist put into the mural: a cowboy hat, guitars, and barbecues to represent Nashville. Explore other street art in Nashville on a mural art tour—you'll see lots of other great sights, with plenty of time for photo ops.
20
Start:1 Hundred West
Davenport, Iowa·
4.0
(8) review
1 Hundred West, in Davenport, IA, is the leading bar and grille serving Davenport and surrounding areas. We offer craft cocktails and a supper club inspired menu, along with drink specials, nightly features, wings, burgers, beer, family-style chicken fry, ribs, signature drinks, all you can eat fish fry and much more. For your next meal, visit 1 Hundred West in Davenport.
21
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.
22
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.
23
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.
24
Start:Khoury’s Fine Wine & Spirits
Las Vegas, Nevada·
5.0
(9) review
9915 S Eastern Ave Ste 110, Las Vegas, NV 89183-7960
25
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
26
Start:Allen County War Memorial Coliseum
Fort Wayne, Indiana·
4.0
(99) review
4000 Parnell Ave, Fort Wayne, IN 46805-1414
27
Start:Endless Brews
Davenport, Iowa·
4.5
(9) review
We are a bottle shop & craft beer bar with 20 taps and over 300 select bottles and cans for carry-out.
28
Start:German American Heritage Center
Davenport, Iowa·
4.5
(84) review
712 W 2nd St, Davenport, IA 52802-1410
29
Start:Brenton Skating Plaza
Des Moines, Iowa·
4.5
(9) review
520 Robert D Ray Dr, Des Moines, IA 50309-1824
30
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.
31
Start:Hot Shops Art Center
Omaha, Nebraska·
4.5
(96) review
13th & Nicholas, Omaha, NE 68102
32
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.
33
Start:Fun Plex
Omaha, Nebraska·
3.5
(92) review
7003 Q St, Omaha, NE 68117-1649
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