Indiana

INDIANA

Kimberly P. Period 5 __**I.State Information**__

Have you ever wondered about the history of Indiana? Well here are some quick facts to stop your curiosity. First of all, Indiana became the 19th state on December 11, 1816. Today we know it as the Hoosier state. Its motto is, "The crossroads of America." Also, its state flower is the Peony and its bird is the Cardinal. One of my reasons I want to go there is because my dad was born there and I want to know what kind of state he grew up in. Also I want to go there because I heard a lot of good things about Indiana.

First in 1679 a French Canadian Robert Cavalier was the first one to see Indiana. He was looking for a water route to the Pacific Ocean and accidentally founded Indiana. Then in the 1800 the Natives Indians territory was created in Indiana. They did it because wanted it to save their new lands. So they try fighting for it against the settlers and they lost. The battle becomes known as the Tippcconde. Next in December 11 1816 Indiana become the 19th state. They named it Indiana because the name was spire by the Native Indians. Later on in1820 Indiana receives a grime from the governor to built roads and tunnels. The reason was the economy was really bad. Thought it didn't work until 30 years later. Soon after that in 1861-1865 Indiana helped send food to the soldiers during the civil war. People do not really know why because there wasn't a lot of fighting near Indiana. That generosity really leads to some good inventions like the first machine gun and the gasoline pump also the first car to run with gasoline power.

I really want to go to Indianapolis because I want to learn more about it and I want to see if is neat to visit again. One place I want to go to is the Children's Museum of Indianapolis because my family has been there and they say it's a really fun place to learn and have fun. Another place I really want to visit is the Indianapolis Zoo because I love animals and they are really fun to watch. The third place I want to visit is the Hannah House because there are a lot of legends saying that slaves were killed there and the place is haunted. Also I want to visit there because I really like scary stuff. The fourth place I want to visit is the White River State Park because it is outdoors and enjoy outdoors. My aunt use to work there when she was in college and she said people enjoy going there. The last place I want to visit is the Caribbean Cave because it is indoors so if is cold outside I can go there and enjoy my vacation.

__**II.Itinerary**__

Friday June 25, 2010

Depart Baltimore, Maryland and arrive in Indianapolis, Indian. When we get to the Indianapolis airport we are going to pick our car up. Then we are going to our hotel. When we get there we will unpack and get something to eat. Also we are going to get ready for tomorrow since we are going to go visit the Children's Museum.

Saturday June 26, 2010 Indianapolis, Indiana

Today this day we will go to the Children's Museum. We will do fun activities and look around. Also we are going to take pictures for our family album. At 1o'clock we are going to eat lunch. After we are finish eating lunch we are going to look around until 6 o'clock. We will go to a nearby restaurant to eat supper. After that we are going to go back to the hotel and watch TV for an hour. Then we are going to go to sleep.

Sunday June 27, 2010 Indianapolis, Indiana

Today this day we are going to go to the Hannah House. When we get there we are going to take a tour for three hours. Then we are going to go eat lunch. When we come back for Lunch we are going to take a different tour. My family will separate into two groups my mom and brother and my sister, my dad, and I. Since my little brother is to scare to see the creepy tour he is going to take the little kids tour with my mom. After both of our tours are over we are going to come back into one group to go to our hotel. When we get there we are going to pack our stuff since tomorrow we are switching hotels. Then we are going to go eat dinner. And when we come back we are going to watch TV for an hour and then go to bed.

Monday June 28, 2010 Indianapolis, Indiana

This day we are going to eat a nice breakfasts since its going to be my birthday. After were finish were going to head to the Indianapolis Zoo. When we get there we are going to look around for a couple hours. Then we are going to go shop in the Zoo for some good memories. When we are finish shopping we are going to buy ice cream instead of a lunch. After we are finish eating our ice cream we are going to keep loking at the animals. Then when is six o'clock we are going to head back to the hotel and pack our stuff since we are changing hotels tomorrow. We are not going to watch TV today because we are going to switch hotels to tomorrow early.

Tuesday June 29, 2010 Indianapolis, Indiana

Today this day we will switch hotels at 9 AM. When we are finish unpacking we are going to head to the White River. When we get there we are all going to ride some rides. Then we are going to eat lunch. When we are finish we are going to float in the river and just relax. We will leave at 5 o'clock to eat dinner. After dinner we are going to the hotel. When we get there we are going to call my grandpa to tell him happy birthday he will be turning 89. Then we are going to go to bed.

Wednesday June 30, 2010 Indianapolis, Indiana

Today we are going to go to our last place the Caribbean Cave. We are going to ride as many rides as we can. And also we are going to eat seafood for lunch. When we are finish eating lunch we are not going to ride the water rides for about an hour, instead we are going to go to the give shop and buy some things. After awhile we are going to ride the water rides for about three more hours. Then we are going to head back to our hotel and pack our things since we are living tomorrow.

Thursday July 1, 2010

On this day we are going to head to the airport three hours earlier. We are going to drop of our rental car. When we are finish doing that we are going to eat breakfast. And then we are just going to wait for our plane. When our airplane comes we are going to head to Charlotte, North Carolina. Then we are going to switch airplanes when we there. Then finally we will be heading to our home sweet home.

__**III.Travel Plans**__

Airline: Air Tran Airways Time: 8:40 AM Flight #'s: 595 Length of Trip: 1hour and 50 minutes Destination: Indianapolis, Indiana
 * Leaving From: Baltimore, Maryland**

**Returning From: Indianapolis, Indiana** Airline: U.S Airways Time: 10:20 Flight #'s:3185 and 1178 Layover City and State: Charlotte, NC Length of Trip: 4 hours and 19 minutes Destination: Baltimore, Maryland

Company: Hertz Car: Full Size SUV Pick Up: June 25, 2010 at 11o'clock
 * Car Rental**

**__IV. Accommodations__**

I. Omni Severin Hotel A. 40 W Jackson Place Indianapolis, IN 46225B. 1-888-TRAVELOCITY B. 1-888-TRAVELOSITY C. $257.75/night D. Amenities 1.Swwiming Pool 2. High Speed Internet 3. Room Service 4.Fitness Facility 5.Kids Activities

II. SECOND HOTEL 1. Crowne Plaza at Historic Union Station A. 123 W LOUISIANA Indianapolis, IN 46225 B. 1-877-270-1393 C.1305.72/night D. Amenities 1.Swimming Pool 2. Fitness Facility 3. Room Service 4. High-speed Internet 5. Tennis Court 6. Babysitting

__** V. Pre-Trip Planning **__

1. Pack Clothes 2. Cut Grass 3. Clean House 4. Pay Bills 5. Cancel Mail 6. Get Rid Of Old Food 7. Water Plants 8. Cancel Doctors Appointments 9. Check Luggage 10. Lock Doors

**__ VI. Estimated Costs __**

Gas: $50 Hotel: $5,994.33 Entertainment: $100 Food: $1,400 Shopping: $200 Misc. $100 Airfare: 1,079.80 Car Rental: $922.07 Total: $9,846.20 See my graph:

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