Midwest
There's no better way to relive the USA's golden age than along its most legendary highway, Route 66. Travel through Illinois' most iconic stretch that features classic diners, drive-in theaters, and roadside attractions. Travel along the Mississippi River or across it to discover the great wide-open outdoors of charming river towns, steamboats, bed and breakfasts and sprawling vineyards. You're also never too far from landmarks and monuments dedicated to former presidents who called the region home to include Abraham Lincoln, Ronald Reagan, and Barack Obama. Enjoy the Midwestern life with a specialized vacation from Diamond Express!
CHICAGO
The nation's third largest city, Chicago boasts skyscrapers, lakefront views and beaches, outstanding arts and culture, urban recreation, world famous events and a vibrant LGBTQ+ scene. Watch the famous Chicago skyline set against the sweeping shore of Lake Michigan as you quickly begin to appreciate this urban-meets-natural beauty!
Top 10 Things to Do in Los Angeles
1. Walk among the engraved stars along the Hollywood Walk of Fame
2. Hike to the Hollywood Sign
3. Visit the Griffith Observatory and overlook the city's backdrop
4. Shop and dine along the two-mile long Rodeo Drive
5. Enjoy a day in the sun at the Santa Monica Pier
6. Catch a pickup game or stroll the boardwalk of Venice Beach
7. Catch a comedy show along Sunset Boulevard
8. Enjoy scenic and bird's eye views from Mulholland Drive
9. Attend a LA Lakers, Dodgers or Kings professional game
10. Tour behind-the-scenes of Universal Studios or Warner Bros. Studios
If you're looking for cosmopolitan fun, excitement and adventure, then travelers will discover that St. Louis is a great fit!
Dubbed the best baseball city in the nation, no trip is complete without attending a St. Louis Cardinals game. Visit Ballpark Village, home to a Cardinals-themed restaurant, rooftop deck seating, St. Louis Cardinals Hall of Fame and Museum, and a Budweiser Brew House complete with a beer garden.
Take the tram to the observation deck of the nation's tallest man-made monument - the Gateway Arch - for breathtaking views of the city and Mississippi River.
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Visit the National Blues Museum, the only attraction of its kind dedicated to preserving and honoring the history and legacy of Blues music and its global impact.
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Stop along the Route 66's Old Chain of Rocks Bridge - the original crossing over the Mississippi River. Lastly, try the "All Shook Up" shake and enjoy some barbecue ribs served dry-rub style at Pappy's or Sugarfire Smoke House.
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St. Louis
Muscle cars, Motown, and techno music describes this place. Home of Henry Ford, Hitsville U.S.A., and notorious rapper Eminem, the city's rich musical and industrial heritage is more alive than ever before with its ever-expanding array of museums, performing arts, events and international cuisine. Professional sports are an integral part of this city's character with each home venue within walking distance. Sample fine dining and food cart fare and then wash it down with a selection of local craft beer. Then, watch the Campus Martius Park transform into an urban beach while serving as an event epicenter. Explore the aquarium, conservatory, museum and beach at Belle Isle Park, known for its great outdoor activities and nature. The birthplace of Techno, enjoy Movement - an annual electronic dance music festival.​
