We went on the wood boat ride on the river front. The driver was friendly. Price is reasonable at…read morejust $4/person. They provided bread to feed the ducks, geese, and swans on the river. It was a peaceful tour around the river past a beautiful fountain and back.

I had my first experience with Heartland Gondolas Inc. last night. We had a reservation at 8:30pm…read morefor 4 people on the private Gondola. Mike, the owner, had told me on the phone that it would be $10 per couple. When we got there our boat driver (who wasn't Mike), told me it was $20 per couple. I informed him that was not what I was told by Mike. He walked about 100 yards away to talk with Mike and then came back to inform me that Mike thought there was only one couple that I booked, but he would go ahead and do it for $20 but I could tell he was super angry. The gentleman (I don't know his name) then proceeded to give us the cold shoulder the whole ride. Wouldn't answer questions unless asked several times and then just gave one word answers. He scowled the entire ride. I felt bad because of the confusion so I apologized again after we got off the boat. He looked away from me as I was talking and drank a big swig of his gatorade and then LITERALLY turned his back on me without a word. My family proceeded to thank him for his time and he didn't acknowledge any of them either. At this point I was furious. No matter how you feel you should never treat people this way. I immediately went over to Mike by the big boat and had a talk with him. Barely did I get my story out when Mike said he completely remembered our phone call and he had told the "boat guide" that our rate was $20 flat. So the boatman LITERALLY LIED TO US and then made us feel terrible and uncomfortable the entire ride with the grand finale of completely ignoring us at the end when I was only 1 foot in front of him. Mike was super nice and asked if I wanted my $20 back. I declined but I want to report this because the gentleman under his payroll was absolutely terrible and needs to be removed. He is most likely trying to scam all of us unsuspecting guests. If I hadn't talked to Mike I wouldn't have found out the truth. This ride would have been an amazing experience if it hadn't had been for the boatman. The view of the city and the fountain are breathtaking. I highly recommend doing a tour at sunset.

Dad and I visited the Historic General Dodge House as a bookend to our trip to the nearby Union…read morePacific Railroad Museum. The house was built in 1869 and stands near downtown Council Bluffs as a stunning (and refurbished) architectural marvel. This was the home of Grenville M. Dodge, a Union Army general, politician, and a major figure in the development of the railroads across the American West. He was also a trusted counsellor to Presidents (Grant and Lincoln) and even served a term in Congress. Whether you want to drive by, walk around, or lose a couple hours inside, this place is well worth the visit. Also, don't miss the August Beresheim House right next door.

What a way to spend an afternoon in early November! When we walked up to the Beresheim House next…read moredoor to get tickets, we were immediately greeted and welcomed. What a way to set the stage for a wonderful tour. There were helpful movies to view, gifts to buy, and two lovely houses to see. Free parking across the street made access easy. The Dodge House was completed in 1869. The Victorian Age had traveled across to America; new inventions, ideas, exploration and expansion, and technology were on the rise. This growth and the industrial revolution can be witnessed throughout these museums. There are tour guides and pamphlets to take you back to the time period. The tour guides are well-educated in this period of history and explain details so thoroughly! The trees were in full autumn glory and Christmas decorations were going up! The tour guides are so knowledgeable. And the tour is amazing! The history, rooms, and antiques in this house are very interesting. So much to see; you'll want to come back again!

First time visitor Dog friendly grounds - saw a dog bag…read moredispenser gravel cement asphalt grounds Semi incline Free parking Did the tour - $17 for a little over 90 mins to see each level of the castle and hear the history Tours are on select days and times. It would indicate on the website and just appear and wait for the door to open to pay for entry. Or can be purchase ahead of time. Home was decorated for a weekend event but to see the details of the Mosaics, molding, rooms, creek of wooden floors, to just be inside a castle, and to hear how the Joslyn started from the ground up and truly gave back to the community even after of passing to ensure the community was taken of. They treated everyone including to those working for them like family. To wander around the grounds floor is pretty neat, to see the inside is pretty special. Would recommend especially those passionate for history, designing, and architecture.

Really a must see if you're in Omaha for a couple days, because how often can you say you toured a…read morelegit castle without leaving North America? The tour starts in one of the grandest rooms in the home and while it is a bit old-fashioned for this digital age, need I remind you that this is a literal castle? What's more old school than that? We visited in late fall so there wasn't much to see in terms of foliage or plant life, I suspect it is even more wonderful in the spring and summer.

I contacted this business in December about some info and suggestions for a trip we were planning…read morein April or May. They said they would get back to to me and I've never heard another word from them. Maybe my budget was too low. Poor customer service.

The only travel agency I use. Excellent service and truly custom travel to my specifications…read more Fabulous agency!!!

A really good time and well worth the money. We did the Blackstone tour. Visited Farnam House,…read moreCrescent Moon, Stirnella, Noli's and Coneflower Creamery. Had plenty to eat and left full. The tour guide was fun and informative. I'm looking forward to doing another tour.

Wanted something of an introduction to the local food in Omaha for a first time visit, so I booked…read morethe Old Market walking tour and it was fabulous! Shelly was fun, approachable and well-informed. We stopped and tasted at six places with a nice variety of foods and drinks. Plus, we got a nice history of the preservation of the Old Market district and the rising food scene in Omaha. Thoroughly impressed. Do food tours a lot when I travel (which is often) and this is one of the best in a long while.

We visited the Malvern Art Church for a friend's wedding and it's absolutely gorgeous inside!…read more The exterior is cute too but it's a little more simple, almost like a normal rural church design. But when you get inside and see the painted walls, gorgeous windows, vaulted ceiling, and the crisp white altar that stands out among the swaths of color around it, you'll be blown away. I live in Omaha and is it a bit outside town? For sure. But it's definitely worth the drive to see this beautiful work of art. I was just an attendee at a wedding, but if I had to help someone choose a venue, the Malvern Art Church would be one of my top recommendations!

From the owner: Art Church is a 1873 de-santified Presbyterian church. Today Art Church Iowa is available on Airbnb…read moreand is also available as a micro-wedding venue. Art Church Iowa sits 1 block from rural Downtown Malvern and 2 blocks from the 63 mi Wabash Trace Nature Trail. New in 2023 is Art House located next door to Art Church Iowa. Art House Iowa is an extension of the Art Church and is also available on Airbnb, Art Church Weddings, and is home to ZJ Paintings Gallery. Zack Jones is the owner and creator of Art Church Iowa and Art House Iowa. Zack is a small town advocate that uses the arts as a revitalization tool. Open by appointment

Kimmel orchard is one of my favorite places on earth. Their ciders are some of the best I have…read moreever tasted with their cherry cider being a personal favorite. This place has everything from jams, jellies, salsas, etc. you can't go wrong with any of it. Some personal favorites to pick up are their cherry turnovers and apple cider donuts. Their wine selection is stellar.

This stop for a one night Harvest Host stay on our RV trip was awesome! The grounds were beautiful…read morewith the Apple orchard, UPick Barn, a huge, outdoor pavilion, and several very nice kids play areas. It has a large research building, and a large, separate market building with goodies ranging from jams, bbq sauces, pickled items, muffin and pancake mixes, apple cider, and their very yummy, famous apple donuts coated with cinnamon and sugar! They make items in this large market building, and it had a small bbq, sandwich place for a bite to eat and restrooms. This was a great stop!