Month: April 2018

One of the things that makes America so interesting is the sheer number of diverse cultures that can be found throughout the whole country. The Blackhawk Hotel, Jules’ Undersea Lodge, and Hotel Deco XV are three completely different types of lodging options that offer an unforgettable time to their guests. Continue reading to learn more about these unique experiences.

The Blackhawk Hotel
Anyone who has stayed in Cedar Falls, Iowa, at any point since the 1850s may have stayed at the Blackhawk Hotel. Since it’s such an old building, it offers a glimpse into the area’s architectural past. You’ll find exposed brick walls as well as furnishings that will take you on a trip back in time. The Blackhawk Hotel is, unsurprisingly, the oldest in the state to stay open continuously. If the antique vibe isn’t what you’re looking for, you can look at the modernized motor inn that sits just behind the hotel.

Jules’ Undersea Lodge
Perhaps one of the most one-of-a-kind lodging experiences that the United States has to offer, Jules’ Undersea Lodge is exactly what it sounds like. This is the only hotel in the nation that is completely underwater. You’ll go 30 feet below the water to find two bedrooms and a bathroom. When you’re inside, you can watch nearby fish and dolphins through the window, and you can even order a pizza for an airtight delivery if you get hungry.

Hotel Deco XV
The Blackhawk Hotel is old, Jules’ Undersea Lodge is underwater, and Hotel Deco XV in Omaha, Nebraska is super-modern. Hotel Deco XV is 89 rooms of luxury, and the architecture makes it clear. The lobby is also home to the best bourbon bar in Omaha.

There’s a lot to discover all over the United States, and becoming a commercial truck driver will give you the chance to explore it for yourself. Call Phoenix Truck Driving School at Ft. Bliss at (877) 206-8344 if you’re thinking about enrolling in one of our programs.

Truck drivers use CB radios to communicate with each other while they’re on the road. They let each other know if weigh stations are open or closed and when there’s traffic up ahead, but the vocabulary might take a little while to stick. If you want to know how to talk the talk, here’s a quick glossary of trucker lingo.

10 Codes
Commercial drivers use codes to communicate clearly and efficiently, so it helps to know what they mean when you’re on the CB radio. The most popular 10 code is 10-4, which acknowledges that you’ve received and understood a message. If the message is coming in poorly, you would say 10-1, and you can say 10-9 to have the person repeat the message. 10-7 means you’re going to leave the air, and 10-10 means you’re done talking and are ready to listen. 10-20 is another common code, and it’s used to ask a person his or her location.

Come On, Come Back
When you get a call from another driver, you can say “come on” to let the person know you’re listening. This gives the person the go-ahead to speak the message. If you’re unable to hear the message due to interference or poor service, you can say “come back” to ask the person to repeat the message. In general, it’s a way to invite another driver to talk to you.

Go to Company
If you’re talking to another driver from your company over the radio, you might ask him or her to “go to company.” This means switching to the designated channel where you won’t be heard by other drivers outside of your company.

Once you get a handle on trucker lingo, you’ll be more comfortable on the CB radio. At Phoenix Truck Driving School at Ft. Bliss, we’ll teach you what you need to know to get your career started. Give us a call at (877) 206-8344 or look at our website for more information.