Illinois

Travelouge Project: By HD

__Part 1: History and Justification Paragraph__

Among my research I have found some very interesting facts regarding the state of Illinois. For instince, Illinois nickname is the Prarie State. I also found that their state motto is "State soverighty, National union." Which that means authough it stands independent, it still remains loyal to its nation. Illinois oroginally applied to become an independent state on July 13, 1778. Illinois was the 21st state to join the union. Two fun facts are the states bird and flower. The states bird is the Cardinal, while the state flower is the Purple Violet.

Like I said the state of Illinois has a rather intersting past. The state was first settled by Louis Joilet and his father (no name given) in 1673. They were the first to set foot on current day land of Illinois. Much later in 1699, the states oldest town Cahokia was settled. Illinois did leave without a fight. Illinois wanted their own independence to become their own state. Illinois was originally a part of french Lousiana and finally, the state's land was given to the King of England. Much later in 1818, Illinois became the 21st state to join the union.

I have chosen the state of Illinois for many reasons. One, the history. Like I said In the previous Paragraph (above), Illinois dates back to the 1600's. I really want to visit this state's many cities such as Chiago and learn about the great Chiago fire, or just walk on the land that was established over 200 years ago. I just thought it would be neat to walk on different land, and have always heard that Chiago is a beautiful place. So, I am really looking forward to "visiting Illinois."



[] __Part 2: Itinerary__

Sunday: 8/8- Chicago, Illinois: Once we touch down into the beautiful city of Chiago, it's off to our hotel. Once we finally check in we will settle down and eat lunch at the on site restraunt. After that we will go to the Shedd's Aquarium. Then we will eat dinner at the famous hard rock cafe. Then we will turn in for the night.

Monday: 8/9- Chicago, Illinois: Once we are all awake, we will go and explore the city. We are going to the Aon Center, a nd the Chiago water tower. Then we will go to McDonalds for lunch, then we are going to the cloud gate and the crown fountain. We might go on a fairy boat ride or two and then head back home and watch a movie. Then crash for the night.

Tuesday:8-10- Chicago, Illinois: Again if the weather is okay we will be going on some more sight seeing. This time we will be going to the Jhon Hancock Center, Soldier Field, and the Tribune Tower. Then that is the last of the sight seeing on our last, but we still have plenty to do.

Wednesday: 8/11- Chciago, Illinois: We have had a long week and today we are going to take advantage of the many ammenaties at our hotel. Today there are no plans. Just relaxation in one of America's beautiful cities. We might vist the boardwalk (below) and spend some time on the boardwalk.

Thursday: 8/12- Chicago, Illinois: Today we are on the road, driving down a piece of history, Route 66. I am really exited about this. Route 66 connects Chiago to Springfield. Did you know that there are several things to do on Route 66? Well we are going to anything that catches our eye. And then once we are all tired and played out, we will go back to our hotel and relax.

Friday: 8/13- Chicago, Illinois: Today is our last full day in this beautiful city and we are going to make it worth while. Today we will be going to the The Chiago Museam of natural history. Once we have spent our afternoon brushing up on our history, we will be seeing one of the most amazing ballet groups of the country. We have tickets for the Jeoffrey Ballet. And I am super excited. But unfortunetly, today is our last night in this beautiful city. After we go back to the hotel we will fall fast asleep, and in the morning we will be on our way back home. http://www.chicagoinfocenter.com/chicago_aerial600x800.jpx  __Part3: Travel PlansFlight Plans:__

Leaving From: Harrisburg, PA Departure: 8/8 11:55-3:34 Arline: Delta Airlines Layover in City and State: Atlanta, GA Destination: Chiago, IL Aproxamit length of trip: 8 hours, 21 minutes Returning From: Chaigo, IL

Departure: August 14, 5:45am Airline: Delta Airlines Layover: Atlanta, GA Destination: Harrisburg, PA Length Of Flight: 8 hours and 41 minutes

Car Rental: Rental Company: Thrifty Type of Car: Dodge Model of Car: Charger Because: Good Mialage and good passenger capasity for my family weekly Rate: 107.99 Mileage allowance: Not avalableTotal: 248.91

[] __Part 4: Accomidations/Hotel Plans:__

Hotel: The Swissotel Chicago Total Pricing: $1,378.17 Ammaneties:Restraunt on site, Pets allowed, Hot tub, Kids activities.

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__Part 5: Pre-trip planning__

1. Pack up all luggage 2. Feed cats and snake 3. Take the cats and snake to the pet daycare 4. Make sure house is in order 5. LEAVE!!! 6. Make sure to remind grammy to watter plants 7.

__Part 6: Estimated Cost of trip__



__Part 7: Bibloigraphy__

Quin, Pat. "History of Illinois." //Illinois.gov - The Official Website for the State of Illinois//. Govenor Pat Quinn, 2009. Web. 10 Nov. 2009. [|http://www.illinois.gov].

Coorperation, Answers. "Illinois' state statistics." //Answers.com: Wiki Q&A combined with free online dictionary, thesaurus, and encyclopedias//. 2009. Web. 10 Nov. 2009. . Tourist office, Illinois. ""Itinerary." //The Official Chicago and Illinois Tourist Office web site for international travel//. Illinois Tourist Office, 2009. Web. 7 Dec. 2009. .