Tulip Festival , Holland, Michigan

Tulip festival season is one of the celebrated times in West Michigan. The festival is 10+ days long and takes place in early May. Mostly this period is when the climate here is good after several months of snow. Slight rain may be there but that cools up the atmosphere.

Here are some of the Tulip season snaps



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Half a million tulips are planted around the city of Holland and when the tulip bulbs bloom its a feast for your eyes. Lot many activities and functions takes place during this time period in the city. You will get a flavor of Dutch culture during this period since lot many dance festivals takes place on that theme. There will be fire works in the Kollen park in the evening to add up the spice. Another major attraction is Neils dutch village, where lot many rides and other show pieces are arranged.

A walk thru downtown Holland would give you a glimpse of floral arrangements. There are several parks surrounding the area like Centinnial park , Helder park etc and lot many activities takes place during this time period. Check the website www.tuliptime.com for more details. There is a tulip garden called Veldheers tulip garden and shoe factory. You will have a chance to see how wooden shoes are made.

The nearest airport is Grand Rapids international airport, but Holland is in the Amtrack line for those who wish to travel by train.

Six Flags Amusement Park, Fiesta , San Antonio , Texas

Six Flags Amusement park at Fiesta Texas is 3 hours from Houston. The day we reached there was sunny. Six Flags have rides suited for young children to elder ones who dare to go for adrenalin pumping rides.

Take a look at the snaps of some of the rides.






This is the one of the favorite superman ride