Month: May 2017

When you hear those words, you probably have memories of childhood family road trips, dividing the back seat with imaginary barriers, playing the license plate game, and climbing over the backseat to get into the hatchback of the station wagon (who needed seat belts before 1985?). Many of us share these vacation experiences from our…

Air travel can be a stressful ordeal. Long lines, uncomfortable seats, and running between connections can ruin the beginning and end of your journey. We have gathered the most important inside tips about air travel for next time you plan to visit Ramada Tropics Resort and Conference Center in Des Moines. The Name Matters Make…

Add a splash of fun to your kid’s birthday party! We all remember the anticipation associated with our birthdays as kids: presents, cake and friends! Let Ramada Tropical Resort help you throw a successful kids birthday party in our 18,000 square foot Buccaneer Bay indoor water park! We have compiled our best birthday party planning…

Are you planning to visit Des Moines? Learn more about the interesting history of Des Moines and what landmarks a history buff shouldn’t miss while staying at our Des Moines hotel. While human settlement in this area dates back at least 7,000 years, the written history of Des Moines started in May 1843 with the…

No, we are not necessarily indicating that emerald green should be the color theme for your wedding. The average wedding produces 400 lbs of garbage and a whopping 63 tons of CO2! The benefits of an eco-friendly wedding are many. Not only does an eco-friendly wedding help reduce impact on the environment, but it also…

All seasons have their particular charm, but we keep a special place in our hearts for the majestic color explosion that fall brings. Our Des Moines hotel is the perfect place to stay during your visit and while attending these fun Des Moines fall events: American Quarter Horse Racing This fun and exciting event takes…