The remaining ‘2018’ trips are ‘FULL’ at this time:
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- NEW ENGLAND ~ Sept 29 - Oct 8
- PIGEON FORGE/GATLINBURG ~ Oct 16 - 19
- SHIPSHEWANA ~ Nov 15 - 17
- The GREENBRIER RESORT ~ Nov 26 - 30
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* If interested - call to check on availability and/or to be added on the ‘STANDBY’ List!

​NEW ENGLAND in the FALL...
September 29 - October 8 (Saturday-Monday) 10 days/9 nights

Vermont - New Hampshire - Maine - Massachusetts
Possibly, Connecticut as well, based on final routing? Decisions, Decisions.!.
Many Attractions...Some ‘New’, Some ‘Old’ from previous years!

Vermont:
- Arrive at the Lake Morey Inn, w/ beautiful lake views! (near Stowe) 
- 2-night stay: Fairlee, VT
- Tour w/ Local Guide: Bragg Farm (Maple Syrup)
- Stowe (free time)
- Trapp Family Lodge

New Hampshire:
- Enjoy a ride on the famous Mount Washington ‘Cog Railway’. Spectacular Views!
- Lunch at the Appalachian Mountain Club’s Highland Center.
- 1-night stay: North Conway, NH

Maine:
- Bar Harbor....Free time; followed by dinner at Stewman’s Lobster Pound.
- 1-night stay: Bar Harbor, ME
- Our ‘local guide’ will join us for a tour through the amazing Acadia National Park.
- Depart for Wells/Ogunquit, ME; dinner this evening at Clay Hill Farm.
​- 2-night stay: Wells, ME
- Kennebunk: We will experience an informative (50-minute) Lobster Boat Excursion; followed by free time in Kennebunkport. This afternoon our ‘local guide’ will join us for an informative tour of the area. Dinner this evening at the Bull ‘n Claw.

Massachusetts:
- Buffet Lunch at the Deerfield Inn, listed as a National Historic Landmark.
- Deerfield, MA - home of Yankee Candle, we will visit the World’s Largest Candle Store and Greatest Christmas Shop!

All Touring and Attractions, per listing, plus more along the way!
9-nights Lodging; includes (1) night en route and (2) nights en route home

(9) Breakfasts ~ (2) Lunches ~ (7) Dinners
$1,960 double/per person - $2,610 single - $1,830 triple
Note: A $200 (per person) deposit is due upon making reservation.

Pigeon Forge and Gatlinburg!
October 16-19 (Tuesday-Friday) 4 days/3 nights

Fun ‘FALL FOLIAGE’ & ‘CHRISTMAS’ Get-Away!
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Many Highlights
- Lodging at The Inn at Christmas Place; plus, 3 Incredible Breakfasts
- Shop: The Incredible Christmas Place
- Tour: Smoky Mountains (w/ local guide)
- Admission: Dollywood
- Free Time: Gatlinburg
- Show: Country Tonite
- Show: Dolly Parton’s Stampede (Formerly ‘Dixie Stampede’)
- Visit: The Island (w/ ‘dining’ options!)

3-nights Lodging ~ (3) Breakfasts ~ (2) Dinners ~ Local Guide/Tour ~ All Admissions/Attractions

$710 double/per person - $1,015 single - $630 triple

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Let’s get ‘FALL’ish with a Mystery Lunch
​November 7 (Wednesday)

Join us on a ‘FALL’ get-away for a great Lunch and a little FUN & FELLOWSHIP throughout the day!

Indy / Lebanon - $84 Lafayette - $90

Shipshewana, IN...Think ‘CHRISTMAS!’
November 15-17 (Thursday-Saturday)  3 days/2 nights

​A ‘Great Time’ To Visit This ‘Great Destination’....

-‘Jeanne Robertson’ in Concert! YES..we will once again see this very talented ‘humorist’ - LIVE - rather than just watching her DVD’s on the Motorcoach!
- 2-nights Lodging at the wonderful ‘Blue Gate Garden Inn’
- Free time browsing Downtown Shops and Yoder’s Department Store & Hardware
- Touring w/ our Local Guide - making ‘several stops’ along the way*
- PLUS, E & S Market, Rise ‘n’ Roll Bakery, the Cheese Haus and Dutch Country Market
- Oh, and ‘great meals’ - one being an authentic Amish Dinner at Yoder’s Homestyle Cooking!

(2) Buffet Breakfasts ~ (2) Dinners ~ Local Guide - * Attractions/Touring
$370 double/per person - $475 single - $345 triple

The Greenbrier Resort + The Legendary Lights of Clifton Mill
​November 26-30 (Monday-Friday) 5 days/4 nights

 A Christmas to Remember! 

White Sulphur Springs, WV Clifton, OH
The Historic Clifton Mill has celebrated Christmas for over 30 years as one of the country’s finest - now with over 3.5 million lights illuminating the mill, the gorge, the riverbanks, trees and bridges. There is even a 100-foot ‘waterfall’ of twinkling lights, all with the flip of one switch - transforming night into a fantastical winter wonderland! And, ‘so much more’ to get us into the Christmas Spirit!

Enroute: We will overnight (nearby) at the new (2016) Mills Park Hotel with a ‘classic design’ of modern ‘historic’ charm - located in the heart of Yellow Springs, OH! For over two hundred years The Greenbrier has welcomed guests with warm hospitality and unmatched service - comfortably casual, yet very elegant! (It will be nice to ‘check-in early’ to fully enjoy every minute at this incredible resort!)

All inclusive....
- 2 nights at ‘The Greenbrier’ with Great Accommodations and Wonderful Meals!
- Full Buffet Breakfast each morning in the Main Dining Room
- (Tuesday) Dinner at The Forum or the Main Dining Room; (Wednesday) We will enjoy a festive ‘group dinner’ in the Main Dining Room!
- Historic Resort Tour 
- Afternoon Tea 
- Culinary Demonstrations 
- In-house ‘Movie Theatre’
- $20 ‘Slot Play’ for Casino (a ‘must see’ - but ‘play is optional’, of course) 
- Nightly ‘Champagne Toast’
- Visit the President’s Cottage Museum 
- Bunker Tour - Very Interesting! ($) 
- Spa Services ($)
- Plus, 1-night lodging en route home

= 4-nights Lodging ~ Admissions/Attractions, per listing

(4) Breakfasts ~ (1) Lunch ~ (3) Dinners
$990 double/per person - $1,345 single - $885 triple

Yuletide Celebration - Hilbert Circle Theatre ~ Indy
​December 7 (Friday Matinee) 

A ‘Holiday Favorite’....An Incredible Show Each Year!
 
Angela Brown and Josh Kaufman will co-host, along with Jack Everly and the Indianapolis Symphony Orchestra – as they bring-to-life the magic of tap-dancing Santas, festive carols, larger-than-life puppetry and SO MUCH MORE! Prior to our 2:00 show we will enjoy a great (included) Lunch at The Old Spaghetti Factory!

Indy / Lebanon - $112 Lafayette - $118

Wishing you a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!

NEW YEAR’S EVE GET-AWAY  ‘Crowne Plaza’ ~ Columbus, OH
December 31, 2018 - January 1, 2019 (Monday-Tuesday) 

After many requests for this ‘fun’ and ‘festive’ annual celebration we will once again make it our New Year’s destination!

Entertainment by Mike Albert and his 7-piece Big E Band!
This “Ultimate Tribute” show has become known worldwide for the respectful portrayal of the late Elvis Presley. Mike’s style, charisma and powerful voice amazingly depicts every type of Elvis’ music - 50's, 60's & 70's - Love songs as well as Gospel. His ability to get the audience involved has proved to be quite the crowd pleaser!

-  1-night Lodging
-  Dinner w/ Entree Choices
-  Evening of Great Entertainment
-  Open Bar for Soft Drinks, Draft Beer & House Wine
-  Champagne Toast at Midnight
-  New Year’s Day Breakfast Buffet

FYI: This will be a mid-day departure on Monday with an early afternoon return on Tuesday!
All Inclusive... $250 double/per person ~ $298 single ~ $238 triple

Derby Dinner Play House - Clarksville, IN
January 24 (Thursday) 

Let’s ‘Beat the Winter Blahs’ with a little more FUN and FROLIC!
“Laughter is the best Medicine!”

‘LOVE, SEX AND THE IRS’
A ‘wild and side-splitting comedy’ chock full of sight gags, twists of fate and mistaken identities.
Includes their great ‘Buffet Lunch’ prior to our 1:00 show.
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Indy / Lebanon - $98 Lafayette - $104

Back to FLORIDA! Let’s Head SOUTH! Sarasota ....Naples & the Everglades
13 days/12 nights 1st February 9 - February 21 and 2nd February 26 - March 10

Lodging: 9-nights at The Sandcastle’ on Lido Beach
Plus, 1-night en route down ~ 2-nights en route home (w/ ‘mystery stop’ included!)

Motorcoach Transportation & Gratuity ~ And of course, ‘Fun Fellowship’ throughout!

Meals: (10) Breakfasts ~ (2) Lunches ~ (4) Dinners ~ Wine & Cheese Reception

A variety of area ‘Attractions’ and ‘Side-trips’ will be optional.
*Side-trips are within distance of one-half to one-day trips only; motorcoach transportation is included. Attractions/admissions are usually at discounted ‘group’ rates or, many are at no additional cost at all. These outings are ‘optional’ with a description/discussion along with ‘sign-up’ en route down.
Note: Based on ‘what’s happening’ - attractions vary a little for each of the two trips.
Feel free to call for ‘pending’ differences if you are flexible for ‘either’ one!

*‘Room type’ options.... ‘Gulf-front’ Rooms:
$2,345 double/per person ~ $3,548 single ~ $1,995 triple

‘Courtyard’ Rooms:
$2,145 double/per person ~ $3,148 single ~ $1,860 triple

Please be prepared to let us know your ‘Room-type’ preference upon making your reservation; the sooner I reserve your individual space - the more likely you will get your request honored.
Reminder: A $200 (per person) deposit is due at this time to reserve your seat!

Please indicate ‘Florida’ - 1st or 2nd (or both!) on your check. “THANK YOU!”

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Marina Grand Resort New Buffalo, MI (IN/MI Line)
March 20 - 21 (Wed-Thurs) 

Try Your Luck’ and/or Go For A Little ‘Rest and Relaxation!’
‘Four Winds’ CASINOS - New Buffalo, MI AND South Bend, IN

A great ‘2-day’ SPRING Get-Away with Fun Fellowship & Awesome Accommodations! We will once again overnight at the ‘newly renovated’ Marina Grand Resort - a unique, boutique hotel located on the New Buffalo Harbor....with Great Waterfront Views!

Wednesday: Free time at ‘Four Winds’ Casino ~ New Buffalo;
Thursday: Off to ‘South Bend’ to‘try your luck’ at their newest (January 2018) location!

- 1-night ‘Luxury Lodging’
- (2) - $15 ‘Slot Play’ Vouchers

(1) Breakfast (Marina Grand) - (1) Dinner (Redamak’s) - Plus, (2) - $10 ‘Meal’ Vouchers
$212 double/per person ~ $290 single ~ $194 triple

New Orleans, LA and Much More!
April 6 - 13 and May 4 - 11 (Saturday-Saturday) 8 days/7 nights

​A We’re off to the ‘BIG EASY’.....
Note: *Lafayette departure will be on ‘APRIL’ date only; Lebanon and Indy departures on both ‘APRIL’ and ‘MAY’.

Many Highlights!
* Prior to our 4-night stay in New Orleans we will visit attractions and historic sites in Vicksburg and Natchez, MS - located along the Mississippi River; overnighting at the ‘NATCHEZ GRAND HOTEL’ with amazing views!

NEW ORLEANS
o 4-nights at the‘HOLIDAY INN’ - Superdome ‘conveniently located downtown’
o Local Guide for a ‘CITY TOUR’ (via motorcoach)
o Plus, a brief ‘walking tour’ into the FRENCH QUARTER; and, of course, additional ‘free time’ to browse at your leisure.
o Tour ‘OAK ALLEY PLANTATION’ - experience the rich history of the Antebellum South.
o Visit the National WORLD WAR II MUSEUM: Exhibits, Lunch & Show.

Motorcoach Transportation ~ All Touring and Attractions, per listing & more!
7-nights Lodging: 1-night in Natchez; 4-nights in New Orleans; (1) night en route ‘to’ & ‘from’

(7) Breakfasts ~ (3) Lunches ~ (4) Dinners
– Includes lunch at Lambert’s in Sikeston, MO! –

$1,280 double/per person ~ $1,685 single ~ $1,160 triple

ALASKA
Saturday - Monday o July 13 - 22, 2019 - 10 days/9 nights

By Plane, Motorcoach, Train(s), Boat and maybe even ‘Dog Sled’ to fully enjoy the Abundant Wildlife, Stunning Scenery and Breathtaking Beauty! “We never get tired of visiting ALASKA! (My 6 & Steve’s 5 time)

And I certainly appreciate partnering with ‘JOHN HALL’S ALASKA’ for their many experiences and vast knowledge of unique destinations, dining and lodging as well as their ‘all inclusive’ pricing....‘All’ Gratuities and ‘Most’ Meals. Note: We also have ‘3' Train trips this time! (Allowing for a ‘little less motorcoaching’ in some areas!)

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At this time I am waiting for ‘confirmation’ of our ‘Flight’ costs/times to finalize details. Please call if you are interested in receiving a Brochure w/ final details ‘when available’. Thanks!
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Highlights
Anchorage: 2-nights at the Lakefront Hotel on Lake Spenard, next to Lake Hood.

Day 2: Options today ($) Flightseeing Trip ~ Deep Sea Fishing ~ Marine Mammal Viewing Bear Viewing or, you may want to just enjoy downtown Anchorage!

Day 3: Prince William Sound - We will board the Alaska Railroad for a short trip to Whittier; after Lunch at the Whittier Hotel we will board the ‘Stan Stephens’ Boat for a relaxing, afternoon cruise through beautiful Prince William Sound visiting glaciers and viewing a variety of marine wildlife before arriving in Valdez where we will overnight at the ‘all-new’ Totem Hotel & Suites.

Day 4: Depart for Fairbanks (by motorcoach) traveling up the Richardson Hwy. along the Alaska pipeline, while learning the history of the pipeline and making a few scenic stops! 2-nights at the Bear Lodge

Day 5: This morning we have a ‘great’ narrated tour down the Chena River onboard the Riverboat Discovery. Afterwards, we will enjoy an exclusive ‘Lunch & Tour’ at the Trail Breaker Kennel, home of musher, David Monson, husband of the late Susan Butcher - a four-time Iditarod Champion. Tonight we will experience an ‘all-you-can-eat’ Salmon Bake. (Note: Also includes Cod & Ribs!)

Day 6: Today we’ll enjoy Breakfast aboard the train en route to Denali National Park via the Alaska Railroad GoldStar ‘domed’ car. On arrival, we have the option of adding a helicopter flight around Mount Denali or, possibly enjoy an ATV experience! ($) 2-nights at the Denali Bluffs - RiverView, (new in 2017) with great views overlooking the Nenana River into Denali National Park. Tonight a fantastic dinner with Chef Laura Cole!

Day 7: Early this morning (hoping for great wildlife viewing!) we will head out on a 53-mile tour into Denali National Park, with a ‘Picnic Lunch’ included!

Day 8: Free time to enjoy a relaxing morning prior to departing for Talkeetna, again aboard the Alaska Railroad GoldStar , with lunch served en route! Overnight at the beautiful Talkeetna Alaska Lodge, with incredible majestic views!

Day 9: After Breakfast we will have free time to enjoy the authentic ‘Alaskan Charm'of this little frontier town of Talkeetna. ‘Optional’ activities will be offered to enjoy while in this area as well! Late this afternoon we return to Anchorage (by motorcoach) for a nice ‘farewell dinner’ prior to heading to the airport for our ‘night flight’ home!

Day 10: Return ‘Home Sweet Home’ with ‘fond memories’ of our ALASKAN experience!

All inclusive....
Motorcoach Transportation and Gratuities ‘to’ and ‘from’ Chicago O’Hare Airport; Flight; fees & taxes
Gratuities for our ‘Driver/Tour Manager’ (local guide) and Porters.
‘MOST’ Meals: (8) Breakfasts ~ (7) Lunches ~ (8) Dinners
In The Works
RESERVATIONS for the following trips will only be taken once dates are confirmed and full details are promoted in the JANUARY and/or SPRING mailings. “THANKS!”

May 19 ‘Churchill Downs’
July 3 ‘Symphony on the Prairie’

Dates to be determined on the following:

- 3-day ‘Mystery’
- More of ‘Michigan’
- Lexington, KY
- New England in the Fall
- Savannah, GA
- Back to BRANSON (November)
- The Greenbrier - White Sulfur Springs, WV

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