Visiting the MOA
Parking at the Mall of America
A friend of mine brought to my attention that visitors of the Mall of America don’t always know where to park, in relation to specific stores.
I figured I’d write a quick note to help people who could use some tips on parking at the Mall of America (even though I highly recommend you take the… »
What To Do During Your Layover at Minneapolis/St Paul Airport
by Annie Scott June 19,2009
Ah, MSP. A layover in this sprawling northern airport can be a great time, or abject Hell. Here are some ways to have fun if you find yourself flying into this flyover state.
(I can say that; I’m from there. And I love it. And it knows.)
The Lindbergh Terminal is the… »
Canadians Traveling to Mall of America need Passport as of June 1st
Canadians Require Passport to Enter US as of June 1
by Connie Crosby on May 18th, 2009
As of June 1st, all Canadians will need passports to enter the U.S. by land or water. This is in addition to air travel which has required a passport since January 23, 2007. This initiative is required by the Western Hemisphere Travel Initiative (WHTI),… »
What You Can Rent @ The Mall of America
Here is a list of items that you can rent at Mall of America’s Guest Services, located at each main entrance on the first floor.
Rentals:
Shopping Cart – $6 (plus tax)
Read “12 Ways….” and learn why I say never to carry your bags!
Single Stroller – $6
Read “12 Ways….” and learn why I say every kid 7 & younger should… »
Want to Avoid Parking at the Mall of America?
Parking can be one of the biggest obstacles when visiting the Mall of America. This is especially true on the weekends or during a big event. The Light Rail is the best solution for this. Regardless of where you live you can take the Light Rail (LRT). Check the map to see where you can… »
How to Shop at the MOA-An Expert Guide
The Mall of America is located in Bloomington, Minnesota. This suburb is situated just southwest of Minneapolis-St. Paul International Airport and downtown Minneapolis. The mall is the final stop on the light rail service that runs through Minneapolis, providing service to the airport, the mall and dozens of other stops on the way into the… »
Try not to lose your kid at the MOA, but if you do….
According to the Mall of America’s “Kid Finder Tips” You should:
Make sure children carry a form of identification. I.D. should include all contact information. We provide forms at Guest Services that you can complete and slip into your child’s pocket.
Set up a meeting spot, in case you get separated. In The Park, we recommend some… »
How Long Does It Take To Shop The Mall of America?
Well, I am sure there are many opinions on this matter, but I will say this – I have read many travel guides, pamphlets & websites and I have disagreed with most of what I’ve read. They usually give a suggested itinerary that goes something like this:
Arrive at the mall and have lunch at the… »
REAL Itineraries For REAL People
If you’ve read “How Long Does It Take To Shop The Mall of America” you know that I don’t usually agree with what travel guides have to say about how much time should be spent at the mall. They never take into consideration the amount of time it takes to get from one place to… »
Park & Ride Lot At 28th Avenue Station Closed
Rider Alerts
Date posted or updated: 4/16/2009
Attention Route 55 Customers
Park & Ride lot at 28th Avenue Station to close
Effective at 11:30 p.m. on Monday, April 13, the Park & Ride lot nearest the rail platform at 28th Avenue Station will temporarily close. That lot will be a staging area for construction equipment used during a project… »
Why Everyone Should Take The Train To The MOA.
Parking can be one of the biggest obstacles in visiting the Mall of America. This is especially true on the weekends or during a big event. The Light Rail is the best solution for this. Regardless of where you live you can take the Light Rail (LRT). Check the map to see where you can… »
