What kind of transportation would be good from Baltimore airport to Washington DC--with a 6 month old?|193608

We_re thinking of flying to Baltimore, spending a day, then going to Washington DC for a few days. We_ll be traveling with our 6-month old daughter, and I_m trying to figure out what would be the best way to travel from Baltimore to DC with luggage and a baby. Any suggestions?

The train is certainly an option. To clarify what was said above, for those who are unfamiliar, MARC is a commuter train run by the state of Maryland. It operates on the same tracks as Amtrak. However, as a commuter train, it only operates on weekdays and is typically packed with, well, commuters. It may not be the best thing for a 6-month old.

The other problem is getting a 6-month old and luggage to and from train stations. It may be more hassle then it_s really worth. If you can, you may be better off (and less stressed) just taking a cab for the entire journey. A taxi has cost me $60 in the past, but I wasn_t traveling with luggage. If you plan it ahead of time, you may be able to arrange flat-rate transportation from Baltimore.

Amtrak is the best option. There is a free shuttle that takes you directly to the Amtrak station from BWI airport. She_ll love the motion of the train and you can sit back, relax and watch the scenery go by. Amtrak will take you directly to Union Station where you can catch a cab to your hotel, or Metro to the suburbs if that_s your selection.

Amtrak also has luggage check service, if you like. Much more civilized than a bus.

You are better off taking the MARC train, instead of Amtrak as it is cheaper and faster. To go from Balt to DC via Amtrak it_s about $30 per person. For MARC, it_s $7.00 on the Penn line.

Go to this site for more info. --_ http://www.mtamaryland.com/services/marc/

Amtrak--it dumps you off at Union Station, and you can take the Metro from there or grab a taxi.

What to do in Minneapolis, Minnesota -- and the surrounding area?|194382

My husband and our kids (boys ages 4 and 7) are considering a trip to Minnesota this summer. We have family in Pine City (about an hour north of Minneapolis) that we would be seeing. Any ideas for outdoor and indoor attractions? We usually are tent campers, but since we_ll be flying to MN, I think we_ll look into renting a cabin. Thanks for the suggestions!

Bandana Square, and the Minnesota Model Train Museum tcmrm.org in St. Paul
Como Park Zoo and Conservatory... free zoo!!
Mall of America...or the Park @ MOA the indoor amusement park in the mall.
Science museum
Children_s Museum

Fishing is a great one in Minnesota so I_d suggest bringing a fishing rod! As for Minneapolis, thats a big city so not alot of cabins there although near there is the Mall Of America (MOA) and its the biggest mall in america. They have a indoor water park and plenty of shopping places, I do go there often since I live in Minnesota and I enjoy it. Vallyfair is a amusement park thats really fun here also.

I live in Minneapolis. In terms of indoor attractions I recommend the Walker Art Center and Sculpture Garden, the American Swedish Institute,the Science Museum of MN in St. Paul, and of course, the Mall of America in Bloomington. I_m sure your kids will like the indoor amusement park at the mall, but it_s not Knotts Camp Snoopy anymore. I think it now has the boring moniker of the Park at Mall of America.

In terms of outdoor recreation are, of course, thousands of lakes. We also have the Mississippi and St Croix Rivers. Scenic attractions I recommend are Taylors Falls on the St croix, which is about an hour northeast of St Paul; Itasca State Park in north- central MN where the Mississippi has its source; and the drive along Lake Superior between Duluth and Canada-beautiful.

Why in the United States, the driving licence is 16 years?|103722

Why in the United States, the driving licence is 16 years, the majority 18 years and permission to drink some alcohol 22 years?

Permition to drink alchohol starts at 21 years old.

That_s a good question. I think that the answer has to do with lawmakers_ perception of maturity and perhaps, to get votes. I think they believed they had to allow 18 year olds the right to vote because they were able to enlist in the military at that age. Sixteen is probably the driving age because it is convenient for parents and there was tremendous pressure for it. Drinking leads to irresponsible behavior, so they make the age for that higher.

America is in love with the automobile and they like to get kids hooked from an early age. No one under 18 should drive, really the minimum age should be more like 21.

to give kids time to mature for each activity...not all reflexes are fully developed until later...

Where is the nearest nudist Colonies to Sarasota?|170889

I want to join a nudist colonies and or group activities, but I don_t know where to look! I live near Sarasota and location is everything!

Several up north of Tampa are nearby. Check out the below link.