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The Unofficial Guide to Mall of America is the first of its kind. Never before has a guidebook been written about the Mall of America. The Unofficial Guide to Mall of America enhances visitors' experiences by assisting them through the entire process, from finding the right hotel and making the decision whether or not to rent a car or use the hotel shuttle. The various attractions are laid out and analyzed so that Mall of America-goers can decide what activities will enhance their experiences and which are simply tourist traps.
In addition to ranking and describing the stores and restaurants, The Unofficial Guide to Mall of America, by Beth Blair, offers insight and tips that will not only make the visit fun for those looking for a general Mall of America experience but will also highlight things for people with special interests.
Author Notes
Beth Blair knows Mall of America inside and out. She is a member of the Society of American Travel Writers, co-owner of the award-winning TheVacationGals.com and lives in Lakeville, MN.
Table of Contents
| List of Maps | p. viii |
| About the Author | p. ix |
| Acknowledgments | p. x |
| Introduction | p. 1 |
| Unofficial Declaration | p. 1 |
| Largest Malls in the United States and World | p. 1 |
| Mall of America History | p. 3 |
| Where is the Water Park? | p. 5 |
| Nickelodeon Universe Overview | p. 6 |
| MOA Shopping Competition | p. 7 |
| Retail 101: Understanding Retailing | p. 9 |
| Types of Mall of America Shoppers | p. 11 |
| How to Contact the Author | p. 13 |
| Part 1 Planning Your Visit | p. 15 |
| Gathering Information | p. 15 |
| When to Go to Mall of America | p. 16 |
| Making the Most of Your Money | p. 19 |
| Making the Most of Your Time | p. 23 |
| Mall of America FAQs | p. 27 |
| Part 2 Where to Stay | p. 29 |
| About the Hotel Area | p. 29 |
| Getting the Best Room Rate | p. 30 |
| Getting a Room That Meets Your Expectations | p. 34 |
| Booking Packages | p. 37 |
| Hotel Profiles | p. 37 |
| RV Camping | p. 50 |
| Part 3 Arriving and Getting Oriented | p. 53 |
| Getting There | p. 53 |
| Arriving by Plane | p. 53 |
| Arriving by Car | p. 55 |
| Getting Around | p. 58 |
| Metro Transit Light Pail and Buses | p. 58 |
| Rental Cars | p. 59 |
| Taxis | p. 60 |
| Mall of America Layout | p. 60 |
| Parking | p. 62 |
| Where Can I Find | p. 68 |
| A Map of the Mall | p. 68 |
| Elevators and Escalators | p. 68 |
| ATMs | p. 68 |
| Currency Exchange | p. 69 |
| Help in an Emergency | p. 69 |
| A Place to Meet | p. 69 |
| All-Day Lockers | p. 69 |
| Wheelchairs, EC Vs. and Shopping Carts | p. 69 |
| A Place to Charge My Cell Phone | p. 70 |
| Pet Boarding and Day Care | p. 70 |
| Lost and Found | p. 71 |
| Extra Luggage | p. 71 |
| Interview with a Personal Shopper | p. 71 |
| Precautions for Destination Travelers | p. 73 |
| Part 4 Dining | p. 75 |
| Dining at Mall of America | p. 75 |
| Restaurant Categories | p. 75 |
| Restaurants with GlutemFree Menus and Allergy Awareness | p. 76 |
| Happy Hours | p. 77 |
| News for Java Junkies (and Tea Lovers) | p. 77 |
| Fast-Food Dining | p. 81 |
| Full-Service Restaurants in Mail of America: Mini-Profiles | p. 83 |
| Dining Outside Mall of America | p. 90 |
| Part 5 Mall of America with Kids | p. 93 |
| A Bit of Preparation | p. 93 |
| Maternity Shopping | p. 95 |
| Visiting Mall of America with Infants and Toddlers | p. 95 |
| When Kids Get Lost | p. 98 |
| Babysitting and Camps | p. 100 |
| Kids' Activities | p. 100 |
| Dining with Young Children | p. 104 |
| The Scoop on Big Kids | p. 106 |
| Holidays | p. 106 |
| Part 6 The Stores | p. 109 |
| Landmark Stores | p. 109 |
| Meet Minnesota | p. 109 |
| The Best Stores by Category | p. 110 |
| Store Profiles | p. 111 |
| Part 7 Nickelodeon Universe | p. 163 |
| Theme Park History | p. 163 |
| When to Go | p. 165 |
| Theme Park Customers | p. 166 |
| Where to Start | p. 167 |
| Tickets: Prices, Deals, and Choices | p. 168 |
| Nickelodeon Universe Rides | p. 171 |
| Height Requirements | p. 179 |
| Character Appearances | p. 179 |
| Food at Nickelodeon Universe | p. 180 |
| Part 8 Other Attractions | p. 183 |
| A.C.E.S. Flight Simulation Center | p. 183 |
| Amazing Mirror Maze | p. 183 |
| Crayola Experience | p. 184 |
| Rick Bronson's House of Comedy | p. 184 |
| Sea Life Minnesota Aquarium | p. 184 |
| Sky Deck Sports Grille & Lanes | p. 185 |
| Theatres at Mall of America | p. 187 |
| Part 9 Group Activities | p. 189 |
| Mall of America Is a Group Attraction | p. 189 |
| Group Experiences at Mall of America | p. 190 |
| Scavenger Hunts | p. 191 |
| Birthday Parties | p. 193 |
| Group Activities for Scouts | p. 195 |
| Homeschool Week | p. 197 |
| Weddings | p. 198 |
| Fund-Raisers and Events | p. 199 |
| Corporate Meetings and Events | p. 200 |
| Part 10 Health, Fitness, and Beauty | p. 201 |
| Walkers | p. 201 |
| Runners | p. 202 |
| Stroller Strides | p. 203 |
| Mall Makeover | p. 204 |
| Subject Index | p. 207 |
| Unofficial Guide Reader Survey | p. 214 |
