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05/14/2010
St. Louis Review readers know they can use the annual Vacation and Mass Guide to find Catholic churches throughout Missouri where they can attend Mass while traveling in state. But when planning a vacation outside Missouri, check out www.masstimes.org on the Internet. The Mass Times Trust was developed in 1994 to help Catholics traveling within the United States fin... |
05/12/2010
I knew our visit to Mount Rushmore would be a lot of fun. But I had no idea that the iconic national memorial was just the tip of the iceberg for a South Dakota vacation. It started out as our destination, but became our jumping off point — and there are still plenty of sights there we've yet to see. It's a great vacation spot filled with beautiful scenery and friendly people. Mount Rushmore is about 975 miles from St. Louis, a two-day... |
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05/21/2009
In the May 15 Vacation and Mass Guide supplement of the St. Louis Review, Ave Maria University in Florida was incorrectly identified as a Catholic university. Ave Maria University, which is seeking recognition from the bishop of the Diocese of Venice, Fla., is a university in the Catholic tradition. |
05/13/2009
Missourians are blessed with plenty of choices for outdoor activities. The Show Me State has 50 state parks that offer a wide variety of activities and settings all around the state. Thirteen state parks have various kinds of lodging facilities, and many offer camping sites. A sampling of state parks includes: Thousand Hills State Park in Kirksville has American Indian rock carvings that date back more than 1,500 years. And while you... |
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05/13/2009
South central Indiana's hidden treasure Featuring a large state park, a state forest and part of a national forest, Brown County offers outdoor attractions, historic sites, an art colony and a quaint small town with a vibrant downtown. The area in south central Indiana is within an easy drive of St. Louis, yet it remains largely unknown to most people outside of that state. “We’re going to Brown County... |
05/13/2009
Whether your interest lies in history or art and architecture, whether you’re in the mood for a casual stroll, a challenging physical workout or sightseeing in the comfort of an air-conditioned coach, St. Louis Walking Tours can provide a fun and educational look at the history of your own city. Maureen Kavanaugh, a former archdiocesan elementary/junior high art instructor, runs the tours. She and her husband, graphic... |
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05/13/2009
Just across the river slightly north of Grafton, Ill., is Pere Marquette Lodge in Pere Marquette State Park, offering visitors relaxation, charm and beautiful scenery. It’s a short drive of about 45 minutes from St. Louis. Go through St. Charles County and catch the ferry to scenic Calhoun County, an Illinois peninsula with the feel of an island, then take another ferry to the Illinois “mainland.” Or cross the Cla... |
05/13/2009
St. Louis Review readers know they can use the annual Vacation and Mass Guide to find Catholic churches throughout Missouri where they can attend Mass while traveling in state. But when planning a vacation outside Missouri, check out www.masstimes.org on the Internet. The Mass Times Trust was developed in 1994 to help Catholics traveling within the United States fin... |
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05/13/2009
Scenic beaches, great lighthouses and history that reaches back to Jamestown and Roanoke Seeking an adventure-filled vacation along with some time for rest and relaxation? Then head east to Virginia. As home to the first permanent English settlement in the New World, Virginia no doubt is a destination for those who want to learn more about our nation’s history. But as I learned during a trip there last winte... |
05/13/2009
A weekend trip can include camping or staying at a local resort (the Vacation Guide includes several resorts and outfitters among its advertisers). But if all you have is a day or an afternoon, don’t worry. You’ll still have lots of fun. And to ensure a more secluded trip, away from the crowd, go on a weekday. To avoid unforeseen problems on your float trip, take some advice from the Boy Scouts and be prepared.
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