DAY-TOURS
FEBRUARY
FEBRUARY 11 - SAT
THE GREAT BIG
HOME & GARDEN EXPO………………………..$46.
Formerly named
the Cleveland Home and Garden Show, this is the area’s premier Home and Garden
Show held once again at the IX Center in Cleveland. The day will
include plenty of time to explore the revamped floor plan with over 20 gardens,
huge water features, custom built homes and hundreds of vendors, craft and food
booths.
TOUR
INCLUDES: Admission
FEBRUARY 12
- SUN
“BILLY
ELLIOTT” AT THE BENEDUM……………………………….$97.
Called “the best
musical of the decade” by Time, “Billy Elliott” is a joyous celebration of one
young boy’s journey from the boxing ring into a ballet class, where he
discovers his dream to dance. Orchestra seats. A meal
stop will be made at Station Square before the 6:30 p.m. performance
TOUR INCLUDES: Ticket
FEBRUARY 18 - SAT
BOBBY
RYDELL / FABIAN / FRANKIE AVALON…………………….$82.
Cleveland’s Playhouse Square
hosts the original “Golden Boys” with renditions of their hits including “That
Old Black Magic”, “Turn Me Loose”, “Venus”, “Why” and many more. A dinner stop
will be made prior to the 7:30 p.m. performance
TOUR INCLUDES: Ticket
MARCH
MARCH 2 - FRI
IRISH ROVERS in
CLEVELAND……………………………………..$98.
Join us to enjoy a concert
by this iconic Irish band playing their hits such as “Unicorn" and “Wasn’t That
a Party” as we celebrate St. Patrick’s Day early with an Irish themed dinner
followed by the evening concert at Cleveland’s Playhouse Square.
TOUR INCLUDES: Dinner
& Concert
MARCH 10 - SAT
SMUCKERS STARS ON
ICE………………….…………….….……....$78.
You'll be on the edge of your seat seeing Ilia Kulik, Sasha Cohen, Kurt
Browning, and many more skating superstars perform. This tour has become a yearly tradition for many. A dinner stop will be made before the
7:30 p.m. show at Consol Energy Center.
TOUR INCLUDES: Ticket
MARCH 10 - SAT
“MEMPHIS” / CLEVELAND
PLAYHOUSE SQUARE……………….$94.
This rip roaring Broadway
smash hit features the story of a white radio DJ and a black singer who want to
change the world with their roof raising rock ‘n roll. Winner of four 2010 Tonys this one
bursts off the stage! A meal
stop will be made after the 1:30 p.m. matinee.
TOUR INCLUDES: Ticket
MARCH 18 - SUN
“LA CAGE AUX FOLLES”/ BENEDUM……………………………….$92.
Winner of three Tony Awards, La Cage tells the story of
George and his partner Albin Boas fly when George’s son brings his fiancées
conservative parents home to meet the flashy pair. A meal stop will be made before the 6:30 p.m. show.
TOUR INCLUDES:
Ticket
MARCH 23 - FRIDAY
BREAKAWAY TOURS TRAVEL SHOW
Our 2011 event was a rousing success and a good time was had
by all. Representatives from
several major cruise lines will be there as well as many area attractions. We will feature a huge Chinese auction
to benefit the American Cancer Society, refreshments, entertainment and
more! The grand prize will be a
cruise for two! A $2 admission to
benefit the American Cancer Society will be collected at the door. If you are within driving distance,
come on down!
MARCH 24 - SAT
JOAN RIVERS at CLEVELAND PLAYHOUSE SQUARE…….…….$85.
Come and enjoy the antics of this razor tongued comedian,
star of E’s “Fashion Police” as well as QVC jewelry designer. Her humor is cutting and timeless not
unlike Joan herself. A dinner stop
will be made before the evening show.
TOUR INCLUDES:
Ticket
MARCH 31 - SAT
PITTS STRIP / PHIPP'S
EASTER FLOWER SHOW/ ROSS PARK …..$48.
Buy your Easter goodies and
enjoy lunch on your own in Pittsburgh’s Strip District. Then chase away the winter blues by
strolling through the wondrous floral displays at the Phipp’s Conservatory
Spring Flower Show. The remainder of the afternoon you can shop for your Easter
outfit at the newly renovated Ross Park Mall, home to the Cheesecake Factory,
Nordstrom’s, LL Bean, Coach, and many more of your favorite designers.
TOUR INCLUDES: Admission and Shopping
MARCH 31 - SAT
WASHINGTON, DC CHERRY
BLOSSOM EXPRESS…………..……..$65.
The Japanese Cherry Blossoms
in bloom are one of the all-American sights to see. Our capital city is lovely in the spring, whether or not
Mother Nature puts on her display, and this is your chance to see it
economically. Our coach will
depart in the wee small hours of the morning and, with a breakfast stop in
Breezewood arrive in mid morning.
We will drop you off near the Tourmobile ticket booth where you may
purchase tickets on this tram that stops at all the major attractions, or you
may opt to save money and ride the Metro.
TOUR INCLUDES:
Transportation
APRIL
APRIL 7 - SAT
“BEAUTY AND THE BEAST”/ HEINZ
HALL………….……………$105.
Re-visit this classic
Broadway production telling the story of Belle and her Beast
and the “Tale as Old as
Time”. This is a feast for the
eyes and ears! A dinner stop at
Station Square will be made after the 2:00 p.m. show
TOUR INCLUDES: Ticket
APRIL 14 - SAT
VERA BRADLEY ANNUAL
FACTORY OUTLET SALE…………..…$70.
Once a year Vera Bradley
Corporation has a gigantic factory sale in the Allen County War Memorial
Coliseum in Fort Wayne, IN with phenomenal prices and we will be there!! Pick up all your favorite Vera Bradley
Designs for yourself and maybe get some early Christmas shopping done.
TOUR INCLUDES: Transportation
APRIL 18 - WED
“THE DIXIE SWIM CLUB” at
RIVERSIDE INN……………………...$78.
Join us for lunch and a show
at historic Riverside Inn in Cambridge Springs, PA. Five southern women, friends from their college swim team
re-convene every year at a cottage on the Outer Banks. Gather your girlfriends to laugh at
their attempts to catch up, laugh and meddle in each other’s lives. Lunch will precede this matinee.
TOUR INCLUDES: Lunch
& show
APRIL 22 - SUN
“ADDAMS FAMILY”/
CLEVELAND PLAYHOUSE SQUARE………$95.
Don’t miss this chance to
see this Tony award winning production that brings the delightfully demented
family to brand-new life. Gomez,
Mortcia and the gang await you! A
dinner stop will be made prior to the 6:30 P.M. SHOW.
TOUR INCLUDES: Ticket
APRIL 21 - SAT (exact date
to be confirmed)
STEELER FAN BLITZ AT
HEINZ FIELD…………Adults $50./child $42.
If you’re a Steelers’ fan,
this is the place for you! All six
(hopefully 7) Super Bowl Trophies will be on view, and the Steelers Sideline
Store will be open. Youth Skill
Sessions will be taking place on the field and you will be able to attempt your
own field goal! Current and former
Steelers will be on hand for autographs and the locker room will be open with
an opportunity to try on Steelers equipment. Along with all this are opportunities to win tickets and
prizes galore. Steely McBeam will
be on hand all day. A great time!
TOUR INCLUDES: Ticket
APRIL
26 - THURS
FIRST LADIES
LIBRARY/ P. GRAHAM DUNN/ SHEARER’S……....$62.
This interesting
day will begin with a stop at Shearer’s Potato Chip Outlet. Buy tasty treats at discount prices
followed by a stop at the fascinating P. Graham Dunn Gallery. Lunch is included at the historic
Canton Woman’s Club and a stop at Waggoner Chocolates. The remainder of the day is at the
National First Ladies Library.
View museum exhibits, First Ladies’ original gowns, and a Victorian
theatre. Great girlfriends day
out!!
TOUR
INCLUDES: Lunch, Touring and
Admissions
APRIL 29 - SUN
FABULOUS SPRING FOOD SHOW
FEATURING “EMERIL”…….$67.
The Fall Food Show has been
so popular, they have added a Spring
Fabulous Food Show featuring Emeril Lagasse!! Get great ideas for summer grilling and entertaining at the
Outdoor Living, Grill ‘n Barbeque, Beer & Wine Garden, Farmers’ Market and
Market Place Stages. Over 200
vendors will offer their products, samples and services!!
TOUR INCLUDES: Reserved seat for Emeril &
admission.
MAY
MAY 2 - WED
CHURCH BASEMENT LADIES AT
STATION THEATER…………..$79.
You asked for it, so it’s
back…”A Second Helping”, the sequel, takes place in 1969 and 1970. The four scenes include getting ready
for the Luther League Banquet, preparing for the Mission Festival, the
congregation’s Annual Meeting, and sprucing up the church. Lunch is included with the matinee
performance.
TOUR INCLUDES: Lunch and show
MAY 12 - SAT
ANNUAL BREAKAWAY YARD SALE TO
BENEFIT AMERICAN CANCER SOCIETY RELAY FOR LIFE…………….FREE
Join us as we turn our
parking lot into a yard sale of epic proportions. No sales before 8:00 A.M. and the sale ends at approx 1:00
P.M. Any clean usable donations will
be accepted to sell if you bring them the week prior to the sale. (No clothing,
please). Call for
directions to the office.
MAY 17 - THURS
WALT MADDOX as NAT KING
COLE at RIVERSIDE INN………..$78.
Join us for this very
special performance as Walt Maddox of The Marcels (“Blue Moon”) performs his
world famous tribute to Nat King Cole.
He is truly “Unforgettable”.
Lunch will be served before the show at this historic inn in Cambridge
Springs, PA
TOUR INCLUDES: Lunch
& show
MAY 17 -
THURS
FALLINGWATER/LENNOX
OUTLET / SEVEN SPRINGS…………$58.
Enjoy the beauty
of the Mountain Laurel as we travel through the Laurel Highlands to see Frank
Lloyd Wright's architectural wonder, Fallingwater. Lunch will be at a place of your choice on the grounds of
the SEVEN SPRING'S Ski Resort and a stop will be made at the Lennox China
Outlet for Lennox and Department 56 giftware.
TOUR
INCLUDES: Admission
MAY 17 - THURS
ENGLISH TEA & GARDEN
TOUR……………………………………$80.
Chillicothe, OH will be our
host for this delightfully different day!
We’ll start by welcoming the beauty of spring while touring the home and
gardens of the Adena Mansion, an 1800’s home complete with a gift shop. Next up will be a Three Course English
High Tea at the Atwood House, including tea sandwiches, scones, breads and
chocolate cream puffs. We’ll
follow this with a stroll through Yoctangee Park filled with spring flowers
surrounding the lake. Our last
stop will be Hirsch’s Fruit Farm where you can purchase your hanging baskets or
other garden items and take home a free pack of seeds.
TOUR INCLUDES: Touring
with Admission & Tea
MAY 20 - SUN
“COME FLY AWAY” /CLEVELAND
PLAYHOUSE SQUARE……..$85.
The legendary Twila Tharpe
has choreographed this tribute to equally legendary singer Frank Sinatra. Four couples tell a story through dance
set to Sinatra songs portrayed instrumentally and with a vocal duet including
Frank. A dinner stop will be made
before the 6:30 p.m. show.
TOUR INCLUDES: Ticket
MAY
25 - FRI
HARTVILLE
FLEA MARKET/ NEW HARTVILLE HARDWARE…..$35.
Hartville
Hardware’s new state-of-the-art 245,000 square foot building will open in the
spring of 2012. We will spend the
day shopping here and at the Hartville Flea Market on one of their best
weekends of the year. You can have
lunch on your own at the Hartville Kitchen or from the vendors around the
property.
TOUR
INCLUDES: Transportation
JUNE
JUNE 2 - SAT
A DOO WOP
CELEBRATION / AKRON CIVIC CENTER.........….$85.
This performance
is a continuation of the Akron Civic Theatre’s very popular Doo Wop
series. The artists scheduled to
perform include, Gene Chandler, Jay Siegel’s Tokens, Jay Traynor, Charlie
Thomas’ Drifters, and The Vogues. Although we do not anticipate it, performers
are subject to change. A meal stop
will be made before the 4:00 p.m. show.
TOUR
INCLUDES: Orchestra ticket
JUNE 7 - THURS
A DAY OF WINE AND POSIES………………………………………..$59.
Today we will stop at one of
the largest perennial mail order greenhouses in the
country, Bluestone Perennials, for
their annual clearance sale!! Pick
up your favorite plants at blow out prices just in time to finish up your
summer planting. A delicious lunch and wine tasting are included at the award
winning Grand River Cellars Winery. Stops at Robinson’s Apple Barn and Geneva
on the Lake will finish out the day.
TOUR
INCLUDES: Lunch, Winery and touring
JUNE 8 - FRI
GATEWAY
CLIPPER PRESENTS PATSY CLINE TRIBUTE……...$79.
Cruise the three
rivers while enjoying lunch and the popular Patsy Cline tribute aboard the
Gateway Clipper.
TOUR
INCLUDES: Luncheon cruise and show
JUNE 9 - SAT
THREE RIVERS
ARTS FESTIVAL & THE STRIP DISTRICT……... $32.
Our mid morning
departure will take us to the famous Strip District for loads of bargains. After lunch in the Strip, we'll
head for Point Park where over 150 of the nation's finest artists and crafts
people showcase their wares, along with entertainment, food and much more!
TOUR
INCLUDES: Shopping
& Festival
JUNE 9 - SAT
WARTHER’S/WHITE HOUSE CHEF/OHIO DUTCH………………..$89.
Begin the day at Holmes County Flea Market for lunch on your own
and shopping. Stops will be made
at Coblentz Chocolates, Breitenbach Winery, Heini’s Cheese and Kauffman’s
Bakery before the highlight of day!!
At the Warther Museum, meet Sam Morgante, former White House Chef for
the Bush and Clinton families. Sit
down to a special cooking demo by Sam and learn more about his amazing
career. Dinner is served in the
elegant Ivory Room at
Warther’s.
TOUR INCLUDES:
Touring, Dinner, Admission
JUNE 16 - SAT
NIAGARA ON
THE LAKE STRAWBERRY FESTIVAL…...…...…...$60.
In addition to the beauty and charm of
this picturesque town, the one block square grounds of St. Andrew’s Church,
just off Queen St. are turned into a strawberry wonderland, with strawberry
short cake, pie, entertainment and much more. Best of all, the town’s beautiful landscaping and wonderful
specialty shops are just a block or so away. A stop at Niagara Falls will be made en route home. Passport or the new U.S Passport Card are necessary to
enter Canada.
TOUR
INCLUDES: Touring
JUNE 16 - SAT
WORLD’S
LARGEST GARAGE SALE, SEVILLE, OHIO………...…..$40.
Do you just have
to STOP when you come to a garage sale?
Well, then, this is the trip for you! Every year the entire small town of Seville, Ohio (near
Medina) gets rid of it all at their annual garage sale. We park at the local
school so that you can make package drop offs. Mid afternoon a stop will be made at
the original
home of Roots Candles and their outlet.
Time for a quick dinner
and a little
shopping will be made at Lodi Prime Outlets before departure.
TOUR
INCLUDES: Touring
JUNE 27 - WEDS
“SOUNDS OF
HOLLYWOOD” at 7 SPRINGS RESORT…………….$88.
Join us for
lunch and a visit to Hollywood from the Golden Age through today’s
blockbusters, here at the fabulous Seven Springs Resort in nearby Champion,
PA. A Pops Orchestra and singers and
dancers will perform your favorites from the movies. From “Days of Wine and Roses” to the theme from Dr. Zhivago,
come and enjoy.
TOUR
INCLUDES: Lunch, entertainment
JULY
JULY 7 - SAT
TASTE OF
BUFFALO/ MADE IN THE USA STORE………………….$50.
The Taste of Buffalo
is the largest two day food festival in the U.S.! You will purchase food tickets to be used for any of the 200
culinary specialties served by Western New York’s best restaurants. The music never stops nor do the
chef demonstrations on the Culinary Theater Stage. Complete the day at the MADE IN AMERICA store. This is the only store in the entire
country that has 100% of its merchandise proudly made in the USA.
Their motto—SAVE
AMERICA FIRST.
TOUR INCLUDES: Touring
JULY 7 - SAT
NIAGARA-ON-THE-LAKE
CHERRY FESTIVAL…………………….$60.
Grab your
passport and join us as we cross into Ontario to one of their most
picturesque little towns, Niagara-on-the-Lake. Today is the day St. Mark’s Anglican Church holds their
annual Cherry Fest, selling and celebrating everything to do with the cherries
they are famous for growing in the area.
While here you will have a chance to shop in the unique town, visit one
of the wineries or just take in the breathtaking landscaping! A stop at Niagara
Falls, CA will be made en route home.
TOUR
INCLUDES: Touring
JULY 12 - THURS
BUFFALO ITALIAN
FEST/SENECA CASINO………..…….………..$50.
Try your luck at
the Seneca Casino in Niagara Falls, NY. A dinner stop will be made at the
Sorrento Cheese Buffalo Italian Festival consisting of over 100 Italian food
booths. Although we do not
anticipate a date change, it is possible.
We will keep you updated if you are booked on the tour.
TOUR INCLUDES:
Festival & Casino Package—tba
JULY 13 - FRI
“GET YOUR KICKS ON RT. 66” IN AKRON, OH……………………. $95.
A complete Rt. 66 buffet with all your 50’s favorites served at
Tangier’s restaurant will begin our nostalgic day. Next up is an afternoon of laughter and memorable road trip
music as we enjoy the performance “Route 66” at Akron Summit Theater. This one is for all of you 50’s fans.
TOUR INCLUDES: Lunch, Show
JULY 14 - SAT
“ALL AMERICAN
CELEBRATION’ in CANTON, OHIO……..……$95.
Our All American
luncheon will include such favorites as Fried Chicken, Mac and Cheese and apple
pie followed by the afternoon production of “All American Celebration” at the
beautiful Palace Theater. The show
combines America’s Anthems with several original numbers and includes comedy
sketches, marches, vocalists, an orchestra and chorus. It’s a regular patriotic
extravaganza!
TOUR INCLUDES:
Lunch, Show
JULY 14 - SAT
CHATAUQUA COUNTY/ BEMUS
POINT…….……………….………$50.
First stop on this summer
adventure will be Johnson Estate Winery in Westfield, NY for tasting and
shopping. Traveling on, we’ll stop
at the new “Mall-ternative”, Cross Roads Market in Westfield, NY. This craft and farmer’s market sits on
an escarpment between two watersheds and offers unparalleled scenic vistas. Our
last stop will be picturesque Bemus Point right on Lake Chautauqua filled with
specialty shops and restaurants and, of course, with a beautiful lake view.
TOUR INCLUDES: Touring
JULY 21 - SAT
LIVING HISTORY IN
LIGONIER……………………………………..$75.
Our day in Ligonier will
begin with a red carpet welcome by colonial costumed servers and a sumptuous
buffet with colonial entertainment.
Our trip into history will continue at Fort Ligonier for a “living
history” special artillery demonstration and battle re-enactment. Also included is the fabulous exhibit
The World Ablaze with young George Washington’s original memoirs. Ten furnished buildings along with
cannons and wagons are also on view.
A little time to stroll the streets of this historic town will be
included along with a stop at McDonald’s Big Mac Museum before heading home.
TOUR INCLUDES: Lunch
& admissions
JULY 21 - SAT
“MAMMA MIA”/ CLEVELAND
PLAYHOUSE SQUARE……………$95.
MAMMA MIA, the ultimate feel –good show returns to Cleveland. Whether it’s your first visit or your
fourteenth see the show that has the whole world coming back for more. A must for all ABBA fans!. A meal stop will be made after the 1:30 p.m. matinee
show.
TOUR INCLUDES: TICKET
JULY - SAT
STEELER’S
TRAINING CAMP / DATE TBA…………………………..$38.
We’ll be
traveling to Latrobe, PA to St. Vincent’s College to take part in Steelermania
as we get the chance to see our favorite players up close and personal. We’ll be staying all afternoon, so pack
a picnic and come along for the fun. Call to get on the list and we’ll call you as soon as
the Steelers publish their practice schedule. We’ll attend on one Saturday
only.
TOUR
INCLUDES: Transportation
JULY 24 - TUES
“DON’T HUG
ME” at RIVERSIDE INN………………………….…….$78.
We travel once
again to Cambridge Springs, PA to historic Riverside Inn for a hilarious
matinee. “The Bunyan” is a
colorful, rustic north woods bar in northern Minnesota. The owner wants to pull up stakes for
Florida, but his wife does not!
The fun begins when a fast talking salesman promises a load of cash via
the magic of KARAOKE. Lunch is
served before the show.
TOUR
INCLUDES: Lunch & Show
JULY 25 - WED
“THE CAROL
BURNETT SHOW” AT STATION THEATER………..$79.
A stop at
Presque Isle Casino will be made before the late afternoon performance of “A
Carol Burnett Show” at Station Dinner Theater in Erie. Following a delicious meal, join the
cast as they salute Carol Burnett’s Comedy Show with authentic comedy sketch
scripts for the CBS network Series.
TOUR INCLUDES: Meal, show and casino package—tba
JULY 28 - SAT
WHEELING ITALIAN FESTIVAL
AND WHEELING ISLAND……..$36.
Our day begins at the
Wheeling Island Racetrack and Casino where everyone will get a casino package,
tba. A stop will be made at
the Upper Ohio Valley Italian Heritage Festival which is the
largest Italian Festival in West Virginia and the 2nd largest in the United
States! Food, free
entertainment, and arts & crafts booths are scattered throughout the midway
TOUR INCLUDES: Transportation & Casino
package—tba.
JULY 28 - SAT
BALTIMORE’S INNER HARBOR
EXPRESS………………………….$65.
What better way to spend a
summer Saturday than in the beauty and bustle of Baltimore’s Inner Harbor. You will have your choice of shopping
Harborplace or the Galleria Shops, touring the Aquarium or the Science Center
(admission not included), enjoying the street performers or riding a water taxi
to nearby Fell’s Point for more touring, dining and shopping. Be charmed by Charm City!
TOUR INCLUDES: Touring
JULY 28 - SAT
JOHN TESH at LAKESIDE, OH
& MARBLEHEAD………….…..…..$55.
Our day will begin early
afternoon as we travel northwest to Marblehead State Park to see the famed
lighthouse. Our next stop will be
Lakeside, a recreation of Chautauqua Institution on Lake Erie near Sandusky,
OH. We’ll arrive in time to see their
annual craft show, shop in the village and have dinner at a place of your
choice. This evening John Tesh
will entertain us at the Tabernacle with his unique styling’s on the
piano. Arrival back will be late
evening.
TOUR INCLUDES: Admission
& Show
AUGUST
AUGUST 3 - FRI
OLDIES CRUISE WITH THE
BIG SHOW/ GATEWAY CLIPPER…..$89.
The Gateway Clipper will
bring together their most popular tribute artists for one BIG SHOW! Dinner is including aboard the
evening cruise.
TOUR INCLUDES: Dinner buffet show and cruise
AUGUST 4 - SAT
NIAGARA
FALLS, NEW YORK …………………..…….…..………….$50.
You will have an
opportunity to visit the attractions of your choice at the American Falls
including Goat Island, the Maid of the Mist, Cave of the Winds and more. U.S. touring—no passport required.
TOUR INCLUDES: Touring
AUGUST 4 - SAT
CLEVELAND ROCK N ROLL
HALL OF FAME/ HOUSE OF BLUES……….……. $80.
If you love Rock N
Roll, you’ll love this day. Lunch
will be included at House of Blues with great food and great décor, followed by
the afternoon at the Rock N Roll Hall of Fame with a chance to see a brand new
Beatles display plus five films and tons of rock memorabilia along with a
chance to listen to music through the decades. When we leave the Rock Hall we’ll travel to nearby Terminal
Tower City for a little shopping and a chance to have dinner at Hard Rock Café
if you wish.
TOUR INCLUDES:
Admission & Lunch
AUGUST 9 - THURS.
PUT IN BAY.......................................................................................$72
TOUR INCLUDES: Ferry
AUGUST 1 - SAT
COLUMBUS Z00……………….............Adult--$57.…………...Child--$
52.
Spend the day at
Columbus Zoo, directed by “Jungle” Jack Hanna and was named the number one zoo
in the nation by USA Travel Guide.
TOUR INCLUDES: Admissions
AUGUST 11 - SAT
NIAGARA ON
THE LAKE/ PEACH FESTIVAL………….……….....$60.
Visit this
quaint Canadian town on the day of the annual Peach Festival. In addition to the wonderful
landscaping, charming shops and eateries, on this day, the Peach is celebrated
with a craft show on Queen Street, and peach cooking demonstrations complete
with tasting. This is a perennial
favorite. A passport or the new U.S. Passport Card are necessary to enter
Canada.
TOUR INCLUDES: Touring
AUGUST 12 - SUN
“ADDAMS FAMILY”/
BENEDUM…………………………..…………$95.
If you missed this show in
Cleveland in the Spring, here is your chance to catch the tale of this lovable
demented family, headed by Gomez and Morticia. A dinner stop at Station Square will be made before the 6:30
p.m. show.
TOUR INCLUDES: Ticket
AUGUST 14 - TUES
IL DIVO at CLEVELAND
PLAYHOUSE SQUARE………………...$135.
Call NOW if you want to see this fabulous group of four
gentlemen, produced by Simon Cowell and crooning their way into hearts with
over 26 million albums sold worldwide.
Their name translates to “divine male performer”…and they are! A meal stop will be made before the
7:00 P.M. performance.
TOUR INCLUDES:
Ticket
AUGUST 16 - THURS
WHISKEY, WASHINGTON &
WAR!........................................................$75.
We often think of Pittsburgh
for entertainment, fun, dining and shopping, but seldom realize its storied
history. This tour will show you
things you never knew. A tour of
historic Fort Pitt where we’ll learn about George Washington and his connection
to two wars and the Whiskey Rebellion will begin our day. Lunch will be included at Primanti
Brothers on the Strip and they will share a little of their history with you
and an interactive demonstration. Next up is a special treat, a tour of Wigle
Whiskey, the city’s newest distillery with a chance to taste your way through
the process. Our day will be rounded out with a whiskey rebellion re-enactment
at The Oliver Miller Homestead, a home from the 1700’s complete with craft
demos and a gift shop. Discover the past with us!
TOUR INCLUDES: Lunch,
guide and admissions
AUGUST 25 - SAT
CLEVELAND
INDIANS VS NEW YORK YANKEES…………..……$67.
“Let’s Go Out to
the Ball Game” at Jacobs Field in downtown Cleveland as the Indians take on the
mighty Yankees. Game time is 7:05
P.M. and seats are on the ALL YOU CAN EAT, rows. This means that all the hot dogs, peanuts, popcorn, nachos
and soft drinks you can handle are yours for the taking. Seats are upper box on the first base
side. Lower reserved are available
without the All You Can Eat if you prefer.
TOUR
INCLUDES: Ticket
AUGUST
25 - SAT (Evening)
“BUCKIN’
OHIO” Join us at the Ranch!....................................................$70.
We had a rip-roaring good
time on this trip for all you wannabe cowboys or little cowpokes in 2011! The Thorsell family in nearby Lodi,
Ohio at Buckin’ Ohio and Creek Bend Ranch has been providing country
entertainment for the last eight years. This is one of the only working buck bull ranches in
Ohio. You will have reserved
seating for barrel racing, buckin’bulls, Country Western Music and more as well
as a ticket to get a barbeque dinner with all the fixins. What more could a cowboy want?
TOUR
INCLUDES: Show & Dinner
AUGUST 31 - FRI
HARTVILLE FLEA MARKET/ NEW HARTVILLE HARDWARE…..$35.
See description for the May 25 tour.
SEPTEMBER
CALL FOR DATE AND PRICE OF "JERSEY BOYS" IN PITTSBURGH FEATURING NATALIE GALLO FROM NEW CASTLE!
SEPTEMBER
8 - SAT
MARIETTA, OHIO “The Ohio
River Sternwheeler Festival”..................$80.
We’ll be arriving in
Marietta just in time to choose a delicious lunch from the vendors set up for
the festival or from one of the quaint riverside cafes. A step on guide will meet us after
lunch for a one-hour tour of the area, following which you will have time to
take in the activities at the festival.
The highlight of our day will be the dinner cruise on board the Valley
Gem Sternwheeler
TOUR INCLUDES: Dinner,
Cruise & Touring
SEPTEMBER 12 - WED
OHIO DUTCH
BROWN BAG TOUR……………………………...…...$76.
Travel to the Ohio
Dutch country near Berlin, Oh and visit some of our all time favorite Amish
shops. Stops will be made at
Heini’s Cheese, Kaufman’s Bakery, Ashery’s Country Store, The Original Holmes
County Flea Market and Zinck’s Fabric Outlet. Of course a scrumptious Amish style lunch is included. You will receive goodies at each
stop.
TOUR INCLUDES: Touring, Lunch & Goodie Bag
SEPTEMBER 14 - FRI
BLENNERHASSETT
ISLAND HISTORICAL STATE PARK………$70.
Just off the
coast of Parkersburg, WV in the Ohio River sits historic Blennerhassett State
Park. We will access the park via
the Island Belle Sternwheeler and be met with a hot box lunch. A tour of the recreated 1811 mansion
will be followed by a narrated wagon ride around the island. There will also be time to tour Maple
Shade, a colonial era home recreated on the island. Following our journey back to shore, a stop will be made at
the Cold Water Creek national outlet for a bit of bargain shopping. What a lovely day!
TOUR
INCLUDES: Admissions & Lunch
SEPTMEBER 15 - SAT
COVERED
BRIDGE FESTIVAL……………………………………….$65.
Traveling south
to the Washington, PA area, our first stop will be for a home cooked country
breakfast (brunch) buffet at The Spring House, a country store and creamery
where we will also have a little time to tour the farm and shop. Next stop is Henry Bridge on the day of
the Covered Bridge Festival with nearly 50 craft and food vendors. The Ebenezer Church Bridge will be our
next stop with over 100 craft vendors and country music by “Stoney Brooks”. A
special exhibit by the Covered Bridge society of PA is also available for
viewing at this site. Come and
step into our past
TOUR
INCLUDES: Breakfast and admissions
SEPTEMBER 16 - SUN
“PAGEANT PLAY” at
RIVERSIDE INN………………………………..$78.
If the TV show “Toddlers
& Tiaras” is your guilty pleasure then this show will make you smile. Riverside Inn in Cambridge Springs is
our host for lunch and this charmer that tells the story of Pinky Corningfield
who will do anything to make her little darling win the title “Supreme
Queen”. This one has Glitz,
Glamour, Money, Kidnapping and “really, really small false teeth.”
TOUR INCLUDES: Lunch
& Show
SEPTEMBER 18 - WED
“POLYNESIAN FIRE” at
SEVEN SPRINGS RESORT………………..$88.
If you’re craving a little
bit of the island flavor, here is your chance to experience it in the middle of
the beautiful Laurel Highlands. Seven
Springs Resort will be our host for lunch and a traditional Polynesian Show
complete with Samoan fire dance, Tonga, Hawaiian Hula and all the brilliant
blazing colors of the islands
TOUR INCLUDES: Lunch
& Show
OCTOBER
OCTOBER 5 - FRI
FRANKLIN APPLEFEST/CLARION AUTUMN LEAF FEST...............$40.
Spend the day at two of Western
Pennsylvania’s favorite festivals.
We begin at the international, award winning Clarion Autumn Leaf
Festival during their wonderful craft show. We spend the afternoon at Franklin’s Applefest. This festival has been growing
yearly and boasts over 300 vendors, food booths and farmer’s market.
TOUR INCLUDES:
Transportation
OCTOBER 6 - SAT
SEVEN SPRINGS
AUTUMN FEST/ FALLINGWATER..…….………..$60.
Come to the
scenic Laurel Highlands to see the Frank Lloyd Wright house built for the
Kaufman family over a waterfall.
Our afternoon will be spent at Seven Springs Autumn Fest. With approximately 70 crafters,
entertainment, food and the Alpine Slide, there is something for everyone.
TOUR INCLUDES:
Admissions
OCTOBER 11 - THURS
“AMERICAN
BANDSTAND” at the CHADWICK…………………….$88.
Come with us to
nearby Wexford, PA to the beautiful Chadwick banquet facility for a delicious
luncheon followed by the Latshaw Pops Orchestra, singers and dancers as they
recreate “These Moments to Remember” from American Bandstand of the 50’s and
60’s. Hear your favorite boy bands
and girl groups as you experience the excitement and music from the roots of
Rock and Roll.
TOUR
INCLUDES: Lunch & Show
OCTOBER
13 - SAT
CONNEAUT LAKE
PARK PUMPKIN FESTIVAL…………….………$42.
Our day begins
with a visit to the Market House, PA’s oldest continuous working market. Then it is off to the largest natural
lake in the state, Conneaut.
Spend a
leisurely afternoon visiting the Pumpkin Festival’s food and craft booths. A stop at a local winery will be
made before returning home.
TOUR INCLUDES:
Touring
OCTOBER 16 - TUES
KINZUA SKYWALK/ZIPPO MUSEUM/WINERY……………………$69.
You’re on the
trail to something big! Travel
into the Allegheny National Forest Region to view spectacular fall foliage in Pennsylvania’s
ONLY National Forest. “Walk the
Tracks Across the Sky” on the new Kinzua Sky Walk which was built on the renovated
towers of the historic Kinzua Viaduct, which was once the longest and highest
railroad bridge in the world. Tour
the Zippo/Case Museum filled with innovative designs and artwork that made the
Zippo name world famous. Drive
along the Longhouse Scenic Drive, named one of the top 50 scenic drives in the
US, with a guide. Lunch and a stop at Flickerwood Wine
Cellars are included.
TOUR INCLUDES:
Lunch, guide, admissions
OCTOBER 17 - WED
FALL FOLIAGE CRUISE ABOARD GATEWAY CLIPPER………..$89.
Once again we are offering one of the most popular Gateway Clipper
cruises. Enjoy the beautiful fall
foliage as you cruise along the Allegheny River. A lunch buffet and Vegas Style Revue Show will complete the
day.
TOUR INCLUDES:
Lunch, Cruise and Show
OCTOBER 19 - FRI
WESTERN
MARYLAND SCENIC RAIL ROAD…………………….…$85.
Our coach will deliver
us to Cumberland, Maryland, for a round trip ride on Western Maryland Scenic
Railroad’s “Mountain Thunder” steam train. The Helmstetter’s Horseshoe Curve, Brush Tunnel, a mile long
gorge and much more, will highlight your route through the gorgeous autumn
foliage. Upon arrival in
Frostburg, 1,300 feet up, you will enjoy a box lunch, see the train engine
turned on the turntable and browse the gift shops before it’s “all aboard” for
the return trip. Time will be
allowed in Cumberland to visit the blanket outlet before stopping at Slick’s
Ivy Stone in Osterburg, PA for dinner.
TOUR
INCLUDES: Train Ride & Lunch
OCTOBER 20 - SAT
PEEK N PEAK
FALL FESTIVAL, WINE & MUMS………………....$35.
Spend a glorious
autumn day at Peek n Peak’s annual Fall Festival Arts and Crafts
Celebration. Bring
home some of that glorious color in the form of beautiful mums from Paschke Mum
Farm. Wine tasting at a local
winery is included before returning home.
TOUR
INCLUDES: Touring
OCTOBER 27 - SAT
AUTUMN
CULINARY EXPERIENCE…………………………………$70.
We’ll travel to
the beautiful Laurel Highlands for a gourmet luncheon in a cooking show style
setting. Volunteer will be
recruited to assist the chef through a three course luncheon. All will receive a chef hat, recipes
and a diploma, and, of course, lunch.
A chance to see the scarecrow competition in downtown Ligonier will
follow lunch and a stop at the Old General Store & Country Pie Shoppe where
you will take home a mini pumpkin pie.
A stop at McDonald’s Big Mac Museum will round out our culinary
adventure!
TOUR
INCLUDES: Luncheon Cooking Demo, Mini Pie
OCTOBER
30 - TUES
SWINGIN’ DOWN
THE LANE AT ERIE STATION THEATER…………….$79.
The talented Harmony
Singers will guide you through a memorable tribute to the Big Band Era filled
with mused backed by Tommy Dorsey, Glenn Miller, Benny Goodman and more. A stop will be made at Presque Isle
Casino following lunch and the matinee performance.
TOUR
INCLUDES: Lunch, show and casino
package—tba
NOVEMBER
NOVEMBER 10 - SAT
FABULOUS FOOD SHOW………………..………………………………$66.
The I-X Center
in Cleveland will once again host the Fabulous Food Show. The event features appearances by
celebrity chefs, cooking demonstrations by local chefs, wine and food tastings,
and lots more to interest food lovers everywhere. The juried craft and artisans show is a perfect place
to pick up unusual Christmas gifts.
Celebrity
Chefs are TBA.
TOUR INCLUDES: Admission includes reserved seat to Celebrity
Chef
NOVEMBER 15 - THURS
OGLEBAY/
WILSON LODGE………………………….………………$75.
Start your
holiday season early with a drive through the Winter Festival of Lights in
Oglebay Park. By popular request
we have added the sumptuous buffet dinner at Wilson Lodge. Visit the exciting show at the
Good Zoo with over 35,000 lights choreographed to music by the Trans Siberian
Orchestra.
TOUR INCLUDES: Dinner
and Admissions
NOVEMBER
17 and DECEMBER 8 - SAT
PITTS STRIP
/ROSS PARK MALL/ HARTWOOD LIGHTS…….….$41.
Pick up your
Thanksgiving needs at the Pittsburgh Strip District with time for lunch at one
of their cafés. This afternoon you will have a chance to shop in the popular ROSS
PARK MALL. We will end the day with a drive
through the Hartwood Light Display.
TOUR INCLUDES: Light Display
NOVEMBER 24 - SAT
DICKENS
VICTORIAN VILLAGE & BYESVILLE TRAIN…….…..$77.
View over 106
lifelike figures representing classic scenes from Victorian Society. The carolers grace the streets of
Cambridge, OH for a brief time during the Christmas Season. Take a ride back in time aboard the
Byesville Scenic Railway.
Dedicated volunteers tell you about the life, heritage and culture of
the coal miners who worked in the area. Lunch is included at a local restaurant and the highlight of the day is the light show at the
County Courthouse. You have not
seen anything like this! Visit
www.dickensvictorianvillage.com/courthouse
TOUR INCLUDES: Lunch, Train, Touring
NOVEMBER 29 - THURS
MADRIGAL DINNER AT TARA……………….………………………$90.
Travel with us to nearby
Clark, PA to visit the “Gone With the Wind” themed Tara. We will be joining them for a very
special event. After a guided tour
of the property to see all of their lavish Christmas décor, we’ll be treated to
an Olde English Madrigal dinner complete with costumed servers and
entertainers. You will be
transported to Christmas of yore!
TOUR INCLUDES: Dinner
& Entertainment
DECEMBER
DECEMBER -DOO WOP
HOLIDAY SHOW AT THE CONSOL ARENA
Dates and
pricing are still to be determined.
Put your name on the list early and we will call you when details are
available.
DECEMBER
1 - SAT
CARNEGIE SCIENCE CENTER/DUQUESNE
INCLINE……………..$55.
One of my
favorite childhood holiday memories is visiting the world-renowned train
display at the Carnegie Science Center.
Start your own Christmas tradition with an unforgettable trip to the
Science Center. The day will
include the train display, The Christmas Star Planetarium Show and the Holiday
Magic Laser Show, four floors of hands on exhibits and the USS Requiem submarine
(weather permitting). A stop at
Station Square and a tour and ride on the historic Duquesne Incline will finish
off the day.
TOUR
INCLUDES: Admissions and Incline
DECEMBER 1 -
SAT
HOLIDAY
LIGHTS AND LIGONIER CHRISTMAS SHOW…….……$80.
Celebrate all
the traditions of Christmas as we partake of a Thanksgiving feast at the Ramada
Ligonier. This afternoon will include a visit to the Festival of Lights in
downtown Ligonier and the afternoon Musical Holiday Revue by the Valley
Players. A stop will be made at the Overly Park Country Christmas Light
Display en route home.
TOUR
INCLUDES: Lunch & Admissions
DECEMBER 1 - SAT
OGLEBAY
FESTIVAL OF LIGHTS.…….………....................................$43.
Each year Oglebay Park adds many new
animated displays, to keep the visitors coming back. Visit the Good Zoo’s International Winterfest, complete with
a Laser Light Show and miniature train display. Our dinner stop will be early.
TOUR INCLUDES: Oglebay Light Display & Admission to Laser Show
DECEMBER 5 - WED
CHRISTMAS
SHOW at CHADWICK…………………………....…….$88.
This
heartwarming musical celebration of Christmas features dazzling production
numbers, superb musical arrangements and beautiful costumes topped off by a
visit from St. Nick himself! Lunch
will be included before this heartwarming show performed by the Latshaw Pops
Orchestra, Singers and Dancers at the beautiful Chadwick in Wexford, PA
TOUR
INCLUDES: Lunch & Show
DECEMBER
8 - SAT
HARTVILLE
FLEA MARKET/ NEW HARTVILLE HARDWARE...$35.
See description
for the May 25 tour. Great Holiday
shopping trip!!!
DECEMBER 8 - SAT
PITTS STRIP
/ROSS PARK MALL/ HARTWOOD LIGHTS…….….$41.
Pick up your
Thanksgiving needs at the Pittsburgh Strip District with time for lunch at one
of their cafés. This afternoon you will have a chance to shop in the popular ROSS
PARK MALL. We will end the day with a drive
through the Hartwood Light Display.
TOUR INCLUDES: Light Display
DECEMBER 8 - SAT
WISE MEN
STILL SEEK HIM, KIRTLAND, OH……………………..$69.
Be inspired by
one of the largest collections of Nativities ever amassed. The display of over 600 crèches from
over 30 countries is in the Historic Kirtland Visitor Center. Dinner is included at Pine Ridge
Country Club before boarding a horse drawn wagon at Lake Farm Park and ride
through a winter wonderland trimmed with a quarter of a million of
holiday lights lining the buildings, trees, rails, and the farm-themed
displays.
TOUR INCLUDES: Admissions, Lights and Dinner
DECEMBER 8 - SAT
RIVERSIDE INN
presents “RIVERSIDE CHRISTMAS”……………..$78.
Historic Riverside Inn in Cambridge
Springs, PA will provide a family style luncheon followed by “Riverside
Christmas”, a family friendly, sprit lifting Christmas variety show Join us and experience the
Christmas spirit!
TOUR
INCLUDES: Ticket & Lunch
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INFORMATION ABOUT THE STEELERS/BROWNS GAME IN CLEVELAND!