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2 irilVCl Advertising supplement to the Dayton Daily News Sunday, July 1 8, 1 999 Geauga Lake theme parlt boosts its slate of thrills TV St. Louis $256 rx $228 Anchorage $724 TW.UA Minneapolis $329 Denver $310 Salt Lake City $428 AA.CO.Dl, NW.TW.UA Detroit $207 CO.DL.NW Boston $178 US New York $210 Washington $158 Charlotte $221 Atlanta $154 US, FL Chicago TZ New Orieans $178 Miami 5, Y. 'h- 3 Seattle $421 AA Dl.NW.TW, UA.US San Francisco $372 YX Las Vegas $374 Los Angeles $372 YX San Diego $470 TW.UA.US Honolulu $598 lTZ i I Ciant Wheel, Time Warp and Time Warp takes two separate carriages containing a total of 48 securely harnessed passengers 50 feet into the air and flips them breathlessly at full 360-degree counter rotations. A truly head--; spinning experience, riders know which end is up while being continuously rotated ab. speeds reaching 35 miles per hour for over two minutes.

i Geauga Lake's new ferris wheel, the Giant Wheel, has 24 gondolas holding six Each gandola lifts riders 12 stories. The Geronimo Skyswing joihea the park's line up of more tharrtj 100 rides and attractions this year, taking guests on a ing skydive" from 10 stories high, while traveling at speeds of up Jo, 70mph. Geauga Lake is owned by Six Flags Theme Parks, part of Premier Parks Inc. For more information, call 330-562-7131 or online at www.sixflags.comgeaugalake. -c- Dallas $210 FL Houston $250 US Phoenix $418 UA.USJZ $190 Orlando $156 UA.US.FL Note: Use these fares as a guide only.

Fares change often and may require advance booking andor other restrictions. Fares are limited and subject to availability. Source: Carlson Wagonlit Travel 2 AA American AC Air Canada CO Continental CP Canadian Airlines C8 Chicago Express DL Delta FL Airtran HP Jl Midway J7 Valuejet NW TW Trans Airways America West Northwest World 3y JAMES TYLER Dayton Daily News Marketing Publications Geauga Lake in Aurora, near Cleveland, is taking thrill-seekers to exhilarating highs on its new, over-the-top thrill ride Time Warp. The Giant Wheel, a spectacular, classic looking ferris wheel, also debuted this year, changing the Geauga Lake skyline of soaring coasters, towering drop rides and high plunging water slides. Also new in 1999 is the Geronimo Skyswing, which takes riders on a swinging sky dive from 10 stories high.

"For 111 years, Geauga Lake has thrilled guests with both time-honored classic and cutting edge, heart-pounding thrill rides," said Geauga Lake's vice president and general manager, Jeff Lococo. "This summer our guests will experience an exciting combination of new attractions from the best of both worlds with the 4 4-day trip, and the price includes just about everything even shore excursions except for alcohol and gifts. Tipping is not allowed. The Explorer spends the first and last night of each trip in port, and a local concierge is brought on board to assist travelers if they wish to go off on their own. 4 lairagG aDmsssB to se scenic Givers and watenjirays TZ American Trans Air UA United US USAir WN Southwest YX Midwest Express p.

The RB River Explorer made its first voyage in September 1998. Today, the hotel barge tours year-round, offering 4- to 10-day excursions on America's waterways. The tours board at a number of riverfront cities, including New Orleans, Memphis, St. Louis and Cincinnati. Throughout the year, RiverBarge Excursions offers a number of "Rare on the River" excursions.

These are theme tours that have clever names, such as Foliage and Fillies, Bluegrass and Buckeyes, Mardi Gras Mambo and Bonfires on the Levee. All the excursions stop every day to explore the diverse and colorful cultures along the way, giving everyone an opportunity to listen to local tales and taste the tempting regional cuisine. "We're trying to give you a snapshot as Charles Kuralt would if he was your tour guide," Krida said. Imagine viewing the banks of MMt L. I Bill'1' 1 i 'j I 1, Bn, MDHDSiriics's Photos courtesy of RiverBarge Excursions RiverBarge Excursions offers vacation cruises on the Ohio, Mississippi and Missouri rivers.

the Ohio River where for many hundreds of years before Europeans came this way, the Miami and Shawnee Indians lived. The company calls this region America's Junction, which features the confluence of the Ohio and Mississippi rivers. Formed by the confluence of the Monongahela and Allegheny rivers at Pittsburgh, the Ohio River defined America's early westward expansion, as settlers headed toward the heart of the North American continent. Some of America's most distinctive cities and towns are here: Cincinnati. Louisville.

Henderson. Paducah. And some of America's most distinctive rivers are here, too. The Wabash, the Green, the Kentucky, the Cumberland and the Tennessee all join the Ohio along this route. The Ohio's junctions with the Tennessee and the Cumberland created the Land Between the Lakes, a prime recreational area with much to offer to lovers of the great outdoors.

A "Fall Foliage along the Ohio River" excursion takes travelers through the historic locks that made the Ohio River navigable. Among the sites to see is Cave in Rock, a notorious hangout for 1800s river pirates, part of the Shawnee State Park whose high hills and rugged bluffs offer a spectacular view of the river. America' Cruise ET CRUISES INC. RESORTS wmmTW I 937438-5685 By RICK EICHHORN for Dayton Daily News Marketing Publications Lazy, leisurely, lovely and enlightening. Words such as these are often used to describe life along the rivers and waterways of America.

And an ideal way to experience this life iid the regional cultures is by traveling on the river. Jeffery D. Krida would agree with that. Krida is the president RiverBarge Excursions, a company that offers vacation cruises on the Mississippi, Ohio, and Missouri rivers as well as along le Texas and Louisiana gulf oast. The company was the brainchild of E.G.

Conrad, self-described "river nut" and chairman of RiverBarge Excursions. The idea came about after he had requests from people to park their RVs on his barges in order to travel the river. According to Krida, before long an idea came to Conrad: "Why don't I just build a really nice hotel on barges?" The "really nice hotel on barges" is known today as the RB River Explorer. It is the first and only hotel barge on America's waterways and it was made from three vessels: The LaSalle barge, The DeSoto barge and a powerful, historic towboat called Miss Nari. Ravel This advertising supplement was produced the Marketing Publications Dept.

of the Dayton Daily News. Editor: James Tyler Writers: Rick Eichhorn, Nina Rose-Kay, Kathy Tyler Fpr information on upcoming Doyton Daily Ntewj' Travel section advertising opportunities, call Darryl Meier at 937) 225-2056, mi-pa The LaSalle section of the hotel barge has been converted into spacious staterooms. All the rooms feature twin or super queen beds, individual ACheat, select satellite TV, VCR, mini-fridge, coffee maker, binoculars, phone, full-size tub and shower, a hairdryer and a big picture window that opens. Platinum Deck staterooms boast a balcony. "After all," Krida said, "the reason people take a river cruise is to see the scenery." In the DeSoto section of the hotel barge, expansive public areas have been created.

An inviting lobby features an always-filled cookie jar. A game room comes outfitted with card tables, bumper pool, books, video, puzzles and board games. Other recreational activities onboard include a joggingwalking track, a fitness room, shuffle-board and whirlpool tubs. In addition, two-story theater features special performances by regional musicians, storytellers afid other entertainers. The Guest Pilot House offers great views and the opportunity to hear the captain's radio communications, watch real-time radar and follow the barge's route on official river navigation charts.

The huge dining room in the DeSoto serves up regional meals in a casual atmosphere big enough for open seating. Even the dining room features panoramic views of the scenery. Krida pointed out research has shown that when people vacation they want great service, good food and a light educational experience that includes interaction with small groups as opposed to being herded around like cattle. RiverBarge Excursions strives to fit that bill. Excursions start at around $740 per person for a For more on RiverBarge Excursions Call (888) 282-1945.

or online at wvvw.riverbarge.com MACC(i'i IMS5' Once underway, the powerful engines of Miss Nari swiftly and 1 smoothly propel the hotel barge' along the storied and scenic sur-' roundings. About 70 percent the travel is done during the day "People want to see the scenery," Krida said. "They doht' want to go to bed and wake up another town." Less than 3 hours north of Dayton Historic Sauder Village Feel like a family of a century ago as you visit the working craftsmen, enjoy the animals and visit the homes, shops and schools ftf brought to life. friendly St.Rt. 2 il800590975S for TRAVELERS MUSICAL ENSEMBLES rv'i Enjoy music from tf Mtdsfie Ayes to DANCETROUPES I Celetwate with song6 and drices India anjj SoHiernavic naUohs USm HISTORICAL SITES i Exnerieiicelroiit'lerdramaiof eaUyOhio iwil wi ipwm.pii'p winmiMi i i 1 JULY 21 GRAND VICTORIA '10 UPPER VALLEY MUL-SPRINCFTELD DAYTON MALL JULY 21 ARGOSY CASINO '10 JULY 22 CRAND VICTORIA JULY 23 GRAND VICTORIA '10 MELIERS HARSHMAN ROAD JULY 23 ARGOSY '10 JULY 26 ARGOSY '10 PIQUA-DAYT0N MALL JULY 27 GRAND VICTORIA '10 ELDER BEERMAN SIEBENTHALER DAYTON MALL JULY 28 ARGOSY SPECIAL '5 FREE CASH OR BUFFET TO ALL CRAND VICTORIA CUSTOMERS iiimmnw mm MUSEUMS.

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