Everyone heading to Massachusetts should make some room in their schedule to visit the Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum. Here, you will find plenty of information surrounding trolley car No.10 by Shelburne Falls and Coltrain Street Railway. The trolley car is preserved in the museum and it was built in 1896 in Springfield. Although more than 100 years have passed since the No.10 was first functional it still carries on today. Visitors to the museum may take a ride on the trolley car in the same freight yard where it worked years ago. The No. 10 was once used to carry milk, mail, passengers, and other types of freight. A ride on this trolley car is not only educational, it’s a lot of fun because it really takes you back in time.
The museum is also home to many artifacts, pictures and the like dealing with the trolley and railroad. There are other rolling stock in addition to a caboose and even a steam locomotive. There are toy trains and electric model trains in the Kids Corner where the youngsters can have fun and enjoy playing with the trains.
The Shelburne Falls Trolley museum is open from May through November on holidays and weekends. There is great shopping around the museum, too, if you are interested in making a day of it. You can call 413-625-6628 to make ticket arrangements.
This is a great experience for the entire family and everyone will really enjoy learning more about trolleys, railroads, and the history surrounding them. Both young and old will appreciate this museum and it’s a great way to spend a whole day or even just an afternoon. So, the next time you are in Massachusetts be sure to make time for the Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum.
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Shelburne Falls Trolley Museum – A Great Vacation and Travel Destination
December 14th, 2009Travel to India – Things You Should Know
October 29th, 2009
India is one travel destination you will want to visit over and over again. The reason is there are so many things to see that it will take more than one trip to allow you to see all this country has to offer. Among the adventures available here are the Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary, Ulavi Temple and Kali Wilderness Camp. If you love white water rafting you have found the ultimate place to bring out the thrill-seeker in you.
Wildlife abounds in the Dandeli Wildlife Sanctuary in Karnataka. This unspoiled area of the world contains a varied terrain. From hills with forests to river valleys, the beauty of the area includes assorted flowers and vegetation. Animals making their home here are of many different varieties. The tigers, panthers, elephants and bison are only a part of the wildlife which also includes reptiles and birds. If you are very lucky, you may just spot a white tiger.
Ride the river Kali in a coracle. This is a uniquely made boat, circular in shape, made of woven bamboo and reinforced with buffalo hide. Guaranteed to be a highlight of your visit, this ride will allow you the opportunity to see some of the area’s birdlife, such as the darters and egrets.
If whitewater rafting is your style, this is possible as well. One thing is certain; you will enjoy the awesome beauty of this area of the country. If you are a nature lover, Karnataka should be a destination in India that is on your travel list.
By: David Dutton
Cool India – Travel Tips
October 2nd, 2009
If you’ve picked India as your travel destination, here are some cool India travel tips that would make your journey enjoyable and as smooth as possible.
As with any other travel to a foreign destination, do research beforehand. Purchase a travel guide that has the basics that will be useful throughout the duration of your trip. This includes the weather, the language, currency, food, means of transportation and more importantly the culture. This will prepare you for the trip and will help you make adjustments if you have to.
The appropriate clothing when traveling to India would be to wear light pants. Shorts are to be avoided so you are safe to roam the cities and towns of the country. A safe tip when traveling anywhere is to always seek comfort before fashion. Wear comfortable shoes like sneakers or flipflops rather than heels or any other sandals that would kill your feet.
There are a lot of beggars in India. When you encounter them, it’s your decision to give them rupees or not. If you must, then give it to kids just before hopping into the car or you might get mobbed. It is not a requirement to give them alms.
The black market is also prevalent in India. A good tip is to avoid them at all costs. You won’t get good deals and might just end up going to the Indian jail.
When dining out, choose places that are packed instead of the empty ones. It’s okay to wait for a table rather than go to an empty place because this means that the food that the place serves might not be that fresh. If you have a picky tummy, then choose safe food choices like veggies rather than red meat. Red meat can cause greater damage to your body especially if it’s spoiled and India doesn’t have the best hospitals.
Be sure to carry around first-aid materials and medications. It’s safer to drink your own meds than to buy from Indian drug stores. Don’t order Western foods except if it’s from big, well-known fast foods. This is because not everyone orders these types of food, and chances are – they might not be as fresh.
To be safe, drink soda instead of water. If you must drink water, opt for bottled mineral water and be sure they’re sealed. You can never know if water from a foreign place is potable unless your stomach starts acting up.
Make hotel reservations ahead of time. This will eliminate the worries of having a place to stay and will also avoid rip-offs. A lot of people in India might take advantage especially if they see that you’re a tourist.
Don’t wear valuables when exploring the city. This is also part of the cool India travel tips because there’s no point showing off those flashy accessories. They might get stolen and you don’t really need them.
Have a local tour you around the place. This is for your safety and will ensure that you don’t get lost or charged double the price, say for a taxi or food.
By: Barry Lycka
