Heritage Tourism

Monroe County was established in July 1817, as one of the first steps in the organization of Michigan Territory after the war of 1812. As one of Michigan's oldest communities, historic treasures abound giving Monroe County both national & global appeal. In addition, the same natural resources that attracted Monroe's early settlers...Lake Erie, the River Raisin and the bounty that come with them, are still attracting new residents and travelers to this day, making Monroe County Michigan’s #1 Visitor Destination. Sailing regatta's are a common sight on the crisp, clean waters of Lake Erie on Summer afternoons. Folks looking for recreational activities will find any number of things to do to satisfy their appetite. From boats to bikes, campfires & trails, we've got a vacation loaded with fun and adventure waiting for you in Historic Monroe County.

River Country is located halfway between Detroit and Chicago in Southwest Michigan, nestled between I-94 to the North and I-80/90 to the South. We offer activities that bring a little bit of calmness to your otherwise busy world! Come often - stay long - and experience River Country!

Welcome to beautiful Union County, Oregon! Snow-capped mountains, vast forests, churning rivers, rocky cliffs, sage-covered hills, fertile farmlands, and friendly towns: Union County has them all! Early emigrants following the Oregon Trail passed through our picturesque valley and rested at the present-day site of La Grande before climbing the Blue Mountains towards what was being promoted as the "land of milk and honey" in the Willamette Valley. Nestled at the feet of the Blue Mountains on the edge of the fertile Grande Ronde Valley, La Grande is a pretty town with lots to offer travelers. With a population of just over 12,400, La Grande is the largest city in Union County and is the county seat. The community is friendly, casual, and has its own brand of sophistication, due in large part to the presence of Eastern Oregon University. The surrounding national forests, lakes, and rivers provide some of the best biking, hiking, skiing, fishing, snowmobiling, camping, and sightseeing opportunities in the state. All of northeast Oregon's most popular visitor attractions are within easy reach of La Grande and Union County's smaller communities. The historic Elgin Opera House, the beautiful Oregon Trail Interpretive Park at Blue Mountain Crossing, and the Union County Museum with its wonderful "Cowboys Then & Now" exhibit are just minutes away from your hotel room. The Oregon Trail Interpretive Center, Wallowa Lake State Park, Tamastslikt Cultural Institute, and the Wild Horse Resort and Casino are each less than 90 minutes from La Grande. A wide variety of visitor services are available in the city, including facilities for conferences and group tours. La Grande has shopping venues for all tastes, from unusual boutiques, to antique shops, to national discount chains. The attractive downtown and the University provide a level of entertainment and culture not usually seen in communities of this size. We're ready to serve you with big-town choices and small-town smiles! For more visitor information on La Grande and Union County, please call the Union County Tourism office at 800-848-9969, or email us!

The Upper Rogue Region is in the Northern part of Jackson County, Oregon where the world famous Rogue River begins its journey from Crater Lake through the valley on its way to the Pacific Ocean. Gateway to Oregon's only national park, Crater Lake National Park, the Upper Rogue Region is a four hour drive from Portland, three hours from the Pacific Ocean, and just six hours from San Francisco. Visit our natural wonderland of rivers, forests, lakes, waterfalls and history. Home to the Rogue River, Crater Lake National Park, Oregon State Parks, Rogue River National Forest, Lost Creek Lake, Eagle Point National Cemetery, and the Eagle Point Golf Course. The Upper Rogue is situated on the Rogue Umpqua Scenic Byway which conveniently connects to the Oregon Volcanic Legacy Scenic Byway. The Upper Rogue Communities of Eagle Point, Lake Creek, Butte Falls, Shady Cove, Trail, Prospect and Historic Union Creek are clustered within a 100 mile radius. Because of the region's distinct climate zone, it is possible to cross-country ski or snow mobile on mountain trails, fish the world famous Rogue River for the finest salmon, steelhead and trout experience, raft the Wild & Scenic Rogue River, or golf on an 18-hole championship course - All In the Same Day! Rivers, streams, waterfalls, nearby mountain peaks (some reaching to over 9,000 feet), dormant volcanoes and rolling acres of grazing land as well as flat, desert-type land are all found in the Upper Rogue where the small town communities are as diverse as the terrain. The Upper Rogue's tranquil and unspoiled beauty provides a natural canvas for artists and photographers and the region's spectacular wonderland attracts visitors from all over the world. Indulge in fresh-air activities and an "all-season" spirit of recreation, and family fun.

There's not a straight street in San Antonio From the Airport to Downtown SATrans, the local airport shuttle company, can take you anywhere. The fare from the airport to downtown is $14 a person. If you are two or more a cab may be cheaper, they will charge you $11 for an airport to downtown trip. (Prices slightly cheaper if you buy a round trip ticket.) Leave it to the government to put together a pretty worthless web site, but just for those really rare occurrences when someone might want a phone number for lost luggage, etc., here is the San Antonio Airport link. On the left navigation panel there are some links to things of dubious value. Bus Via, the local bus company, maintains a streetcar system of buses that encircles downtown. Print out the route and keep it. Cost 80 cents a ride (exact change only), however VIA offers a $3.75 daily pass good for all their buses. Passes are available at VIA Information Center downtown (260 E. Houston) and at some museums. For popular destinations bus route 7 will probably get you there. Except for the McNay Art Museum which will require you to take route 14. Cabs There are a multiple number of cab companies in town, so as not to make it too difficult I selected Yellow Cab (210-222-2222) just in case you need to make arrangements for a scheduled trip, like returning from Estela's Restaurant. Tour Bus If you want to visit some of the missions other than the Alamo you might try a Gray Line bus tour. A simple solution to getting around to them. But note at this writing the tour goes to the Alamo, San Fernando Cathedral (both downtown and not requiring a bus to get to), Mission Conception and Mission San Jose. San Fernando Cathedral is not a 'Mission' though billed here as one. Besides convenience of travel the real benefit here is getting to Mission Conception as I give elsewhere in this site local bus directions to Mission San Jose which is the only 'must see' mission besides the Alamo. I took this trip years ago and enjoyed it. Rental Cars If you are going to rent a car you may want to consider first taking a cab or airport shuttle to your hotel and renting a car from a downtown location. There is an extra 10% airport tax you will pay on cars rented from the airport (we love gouging you poor suckers). So why pay this when you can avoid it. Car rental agencies that have a location downtown are: Advantage (450 3rd St.), Avis (506 Bonham), Enterprise (920 Broadway) and Hertz (Marriot Rivercenter Hotel)

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