Get tickets for the Grand Ole Opry in Nashville, Tennessee. Opry at the Ryman has performances this weekend by Jo Dee Messina, Emerson Drive, Joe Nichols, Randy Owen, Tracy Byrd, Dan Tyminski Band, The Whites and more.
For information and tickets, please visit Nashville Sightseeing or email info@nashvillesightseeing.com.
Posted under Grand Ole Opry, Ryman Auditorium, Things To Do
This post was written by buytours on February 20, 2008
Get San Francisco Bay Cruise Tickets online and save. The one hour San Francisco Bay Cruise is a must when visiting San Francisco.
The tour takes you on a ferry boat out toward the Golden Gate Bridge from Fisherman’s Wharf. En route you will pass Fort Mason, Marina District, St. Francis Yacht Club and the Presidio. The cruise passes under the Golden Gate Bridge, which provides excellent photo opportunities. You will also see the Marin Headlands, Angel Island, Alcatraz Island, the Embarcadero, and the recently restored Ferry Building at the foot of Market Street.
Tickets are good for up to 3 months - any scheduled time, any day except Christmas Day. The Bay Cruise is offered in English, Mandarin, Spanish, Japanese, German, French, Korean, and Portuguese.
For more information and a calendar of cruise dates and times for San Francisco Bay Cruises, please email info@alcatraz.us.
Posted under Bay Cruise, Golden Gate Bridge, SF Tours, San Francisco Tours, Sightseeing, Things To Do, Travel
This post was written by buytours on February 11, 2008
Get tickets to the observation deck at the Rockefeller Center in New York and enjoy an amazing view of The City.
Top Of The Rock is an experience in history and scenery that culminates with unparalleled views of New York City from the newly renovated Observation Deck on the 70th floor of 30 Rockefeller Plaza, in the heart of midtown Manhattan at Rockefeller Center.
There’s a certain peace at 70 stories above the city, and Top Of The Rock’s Observation Deck was conceived with the express purpose of keeping that peace uninterrupted. Panels of fully transparent safety glass are the only thing between our visitors and the city. They are crystal clear for unobstructed, open-air viewing, and the reserved-ticket system is designed to ensure the deck is never overcrowded.
The view itself is unique and astonishing, unobstructed for 360 degrees and stretching for miles in every direction. It includes a panorama of Central Park and the northern half of Manhattan that can’t be found anywhere else. New York’s other landmarks are visible as well, including the Chrysler Building, Times Square, the Hudson River, the East River, the Brooklyn Bridge, and the Statue of Liberty. It is, quite simply, the most spectacular view in New York City.
And because Top Of The Rock’s Observation Deck is open 365 days a year, it is the ideal perch to watch the seasons unfold or simply to take in an amazing sunset.
Top Of The Rock is more than just a pretty view. It is designed for guests of all ages. In addition to the interactive exhibits on the mezzanine level with its hands-on activities, the stunning views at the summit can be enjoyed by everyone. To remember the trip, the Top Of The Rock shop features exclusive merchandise not found anywhere else.
To celebrate its partnership with Top Of The Rock, Swarovski has created two spectacular pieces of art that are as dazzling as the views from our Observation Deck: “Radiance”, a massive crystal geode wall on the first level of the Observation Deck, shimmers with 600 custom glass and crystal panels spanning a width of 180 feet; and “Joie”, a stunning crystal waterfall chandelier that is the centerpiece of Top Of The Rock’s entrance on West 50th Street.
Target® adds its own cool and imaginative style to the Observation Deck with the Target® Breezeway, a cutting edge, interactive multi-media experience that puts a human touch on motion-detection technology, using the movements of our visitors as its catalyst. Target® has also designed a number of exclusive, Target®-branded products for the Top Of The Rock shops. The Target® merchandise includes personal, business and travel accessories, as well as a collection of cashmere hats, gloves and scarves.
The story behind Top Of The Rock begins in 1933…John D. Rockefeller, Jr. first opened the Observation Deck atop 30 Rockefeller Plaza more than 70 years ago to give something back to New Yorkers and their guests from around the worlds a place to appreciate and celebrate the city. The Observation Deck’s original design was inspired by the decks of the great ocean liners of the era, complete with deck chairs, gooseneck fixtures and vents inspired by a ship’s stacks. A trip to the Observation Deck was like setting sail in the heart of the world’s most dynamic city.Now, for the first time in 20 years, this breathtaking vantage point is being re-introduced to the people of New York and the world. As the steward of John D. Rockefeller, Jr.’s dream, Tishman Speyer is proud to present the new Top Of The Rock Observation Deck, as envisioned by the architect Michael Gabellini. When Mr. Gabellini re-imagined the new Observation Deck that is now Top Of The Rock, he envisioned the same simple elegance and astonishing beauty of the original, amplified by modern materials and engineering.
Gabellini blended modern materials with the deck’s original elements. like the custom “shot-sawn” limestone and cast-aluminum fleurs-de-lis that are signatures of the original design. The result is Art Deco grace combined with state-of-the-art technology and simplicity.
Rockefeller Center has been a New York City landmark for nearly 75 years. The Center is located in the heart of Manhattan and houses broadcast studios, dozens of shops and restaurants, an outdoor ice-skating rink, Radio City Music Hall, and, of course, one of the most famous Christmas trees in the world.
For more information and tickets to visit Top Of The Rock and The Rockefeller Center in New York, please visit www.NYTours.us or email info@nytours.us.
Posted under New York Tours, Rockefeller Center, Sightseeing, Things To Do, Top of the Rock
This post was written by buytours on February 10, 2008
The Butchart Gardens is a floral display garden located near Victoria, British Columbia. The Gardens was originally created under the supervision of Jennie Butchart, and remains open year-round providing displays of flowering plants.
Today, The Butchart Gardens are considered Victoria’s most famous attraction drawing close to one million people every year. Visitors come to The Gardens not only for the flora, but for the entertainment and lighting displays presented each summer and Christmas.
Victoria Tours provides a large variety of sightseeing tours, tickets, and transportation options to Butchart Gardens. Bus and Van Tours depart daily from Victoria, as well as excursions to Butterfly Gardens, Illumination Tours, and Scenic Flights over British Columbia. For more information, group tour bookings, or private charter services, please visit www.VictoriaTours.org or email info@victoriatours.org.
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This post was written by buytours on February 6, 2008
Hop On and Hop Off Tolley Tours depart daily in Atlanta, Georgia.
Let us be your guide to a great overview of the capitol of the south. Downtown, you will discover all the history from Atlanta’s founding through the Civil War. T hat historical perspective continues in the Grant Park Neighborhood. Then, you may remember the rich Civil Rights History on Auburn Avenue. Famous writers, artists and beautiful parks can be found in Midtown. You will also see the triumphs of the Olympics throughout the city.
On the trolley loop you will find the major attractions, the best places to wine and dine, the best shopping, where to go for night life, beautiful green spaces and parks, amd views of the city’s architecture. Ride at your own pace. Disembark the trolley at any of our 13 stops; then re-board to continue your adventure. It’s a great way to get around the city for sightseeing.
Your ticket includes:
~ 115 minute narrated trolley loop of the City of Atlanta
~ 13 stops with on-and-off privileges
~ Ticket good all day (operating hours)
~ Expert drivers take you through the biggest city in the Southeast
Plan your day of touring around our 13 stops. Buy the Two Day Pass and take for even more freedom to see all the Atlanta sights at your leisure.
The stops:
Centennial Olympic Park
Attractions: Georgia Aquarium, World Of Coca Cola, CNN Studio Tour, Children’s Museum
Hotels: Omni, The Glenn, Embassy Suites, Hilton Garden, Holiday Inn
Venues: Georgia World Congress Center, Georgia Dome, Phillips Arena, The Tabernacle, ACVB Vistors Information Centers, Cenntenial Olympic Park
Underground Atlanta
Attractions: Underground Atlanta, Shrine of the Immaculate Conception, Georgia State Capitol, State Museum, Atlanta City Hall, Zero Mile Marker
Venues: Georgia Depot, Atlantix, ACVB Visitors Information Center, 5 points MARTA Station
Turner Field
Attractions: Turner Field, Atlanta Braves Museum and Hall of Fame, Turner Field Tours, Site of HR 715, The Olympic Cauldron
Hotels: Holiday Inn
Venues: 755 Club
Grant Park
Attractions: Zoo Atlanta, Cyclorama, Grant Park
Venues: Oakland Cemetery
Martin Luther King Jr. Center
Attractions: MLK Center, King Burial Location, King Birth Home, National Park Service, King Visitors Center, Ebenezer Baptist Church, Civil Rights Walk of Fame, Historic Auburn Avenue, Freedom Walk, APEX Museum, Auburn Avenue Research Library, SCLC W.O.M.E.N. Headquarters
Downtown Atlanta
Attractions: Peachtree Street, Peachtree Center, Failie-Poplar District, Flat Iron Building, Candler Building, Broad Street, Mitchell Square, Public Library, Woodruff Park
Hotels: Peachtree Westin, Ritz-Carlton, Hyatt Downtown, Sheraton Downtown, Hilton Downtown, The Ellis, Super 8, Wyndham Downtown, Marriot Downtown, Marriot Marquis
Venues: Rialto Theater, Theatrical Outlet, Georgia State University
Civic Center (During Special Exhibitions Only)
Atlanta Botanical Garden
Attractions: Atlanta Botanical Garden, Piedmont Park
Woodruff Arts Center
Attractions: Woodruff Arts Center, High Museum of Art, Atlanta College of Art
Hotels: Four Seasons, Marriot Midtown, W Hotel Midtown
Venues: Alliance Theater, Hertz Stage, 14th Street Playhouse, Colony Square Shops
Center for Puppetry Arts
Attractions: Breman Museum, Rhodes Hall, Savannah College of Art
Atlantic Station
Attractions: Shopping, Shopping, Shopping!
Hotels: The Twelve
Venues: Regal Cinemas
Margaret Mitchell House
Attractions: Margaret Mitchell House, The Federal Reserve, The Medical Society, Midtown Mile Shopping District
Hotels: Wyndham Midtown
Venues: Turner Broadcasting
Technology Square
Attractions: Georgia Tech, Fraternity Row, Biltmore Building
Hotels: Georgia Tech Hotel and Conference Center
Venues: Georgia Tech Conference Center
The Varsity
Attractions: Georgia Tech, Tech Tower, Bobby Dodd Stadium, Coca Cola World Headquarters, Olympic Village, Bank of America Building
Hotels: Renaissance Hotel, The Georgian Terrace Hotel, Hotel Indigo
Venues: The Fox Theatre, The Shakespeare Tavern, Crawford Long Hospital
For more information, please visit www.AtlantaTours.us or email info@atlantatours.us. For Trolley Tours in other locations, please visit www.TrolleyTours.net.
Posted under Sightseeing, Things To Do, Transportation, Travel
This post was written by buytours on February 6, 2008
Just off the coast of Southern California is an island that is covered with lush forests and surrounded by ocean with abundant sea life. Catalina, a rocky island with a population of 3,696, has exceptionally clear waters and a wide variety of colorful marine life.
Within just a few miles of Avalon, the main city on Catalina Island, you can see a sea lion colony, thriving kelp forests, and schools of flying fish. Those who venture farther down the island’s coast are rewarded with isolated beaches, idyllic coves, and rugged cliffs. Some travelers are lucky enough to see buffalo and mule deer on the hillsides, and bald eagles crossing the sky. Whales, dolphin, flying fish, and sea lions can also be spotted from the boats.
A visit to Catalina will begin with a ferry ride. Ferry service is available at five locations along along a 70-mile stretch of the Pacific Coast. Catalina Ferries are offered from the heart of the Los Angeles area in Marina del Rey to 60 miles north of San Diego at Dana Point. The departure points from North to South are: Marina del Rey, San Pedro, Long Beach, Newport Beach, Dana Point. Choose the departure point that’s best for you, and book your ferry tickets early to be sure you can get to Catalina when you want to travel.
On the island, there are a variety of tours and activities to choose from including Glass Bottom Boat Tours, Nautilus Submarine Tours, Dolphin Cruises, Whale Watching Boats, Snorkeling Excursions, Bus Tours, Jeep Tours, Walking Tours, and more.
For more information, reservations, group tour bookings, and private charter services, please visit www.CatalinaTours.net or email info@catalinatours.net.
Posted under Santa Catalina Island, Sightseeing, Things To Do, Transportation, Travel
This post was written by buytours on February 5, 2008
Indulge in some of the best foods in the world, take in some sun in this tropical climate, and enjoy a never ending array of things to see and do in Hawaii. Reserve Hawaiian Island Tours online and save with Aloha Tours. Find tours and activities in Oahu, Maui, Kauai, The Big Island, Lanai, Molokai, and Molokini.
Maui’s scenery is amazing and its landscape is very diverse. The western coast is sunny and lined with white-sand beaches. The warm ocean waters are filled with humpback whales, and Mount Haleakala is the active volcano on the Island. Maui features countless tours, attractions, and activites from scenic flights to boat tours and diving excursions.
White sand beaches, tropical rain forests, coconut lined coasts, and the majestic Na Pali Coast are just a few of the backdrops in this tropical paradise. Kauai lies about 20 minutes by air from Honolulu in the sparkling blue waters of the Pacific Ocean. Encompassing roughly 550 miles, Kauai is the oldest and northernmost of the main Hawaiian Islands. Kauai’s scenery has been used in a number of Hollywood productions including Jurassic Park (see the waterfall photo below), South Pacific, and Fantasy Island.
Oahu is a unique Island that finds a place in the hearts of many people. If you enjoy the outdoors, explore our beautiful lands and sea as you hike through rainforests, stroll along beaches, swim, surf, and dive in crystal clear waters. Oahu also features breathtaking surroundings, perfect for a romantic experience.
Enjoy the finest in dining, resorts, and scenery in a place where people are friendly and memories are everlasting. Oahu is an Island rich in history and culture, full of friendly faces, and incredible experiences.
Big Island Tours and Activities
Hawaii’s Big Island is filled with energy. Polynesian legend claims the goddess Pele gave volcanic birth to the Islands of Aloha. Hawaii’s Big Island is her latest and greatest creation, and it is still warm from its fiery birth. The Big Island is twice the size of its sisters combined, and growing every day as its active volcano, Kilauea, sends new land to a steamy meeting with the ocean 4,000 feet below. There are countless waterfalls feeding rainforests, and the landscape is more like that of a fantasy. There are massive black lava fields that remind you of the island’s relative youth, and the numerous uncrowded beaches let you catch your breath amidst unspoiled beauty.
Lana’i is a place of pristine, primal beauty, Hawaii’s “Most Enticing Island” where you can walk a mile on a beach without seeing another person. The former site of one of Hawaii’s major pineapple plantations, Lana’i has been transformed into a destination known, and coveted, by discerning travelers from all points of the compass.
Lana’i visitors can choose from two world-class resort hotels or unique “local style” accommodations. Golfers will revel in the challenges offered by two distinctly different championship courses. Visit Lana’i and you will find unexpected treasures joyfully shared by a people who are genuine and kind. We provide sightseeing day tours to Lana’i from Maui.
Moloka’i is Hawaii’s “Most Natural Island.” A haven for outdoor explorers, eco-seekers, and ocean adventurers, Moloka’i has little traffic and no traffic lights. On this special island folks go along at a very different pace. Many work the land, others harvest the bounty of the sea. Visitors can choose to hike through lush, magnificent valleys, ride horseback along gorgeous coastlines, mountain bike over soaring sea cliffs or kayak miles of pristine barrier reefs. We provide sightseeing day tours to Moloka’i from Maui.
For more information about Hawaii Tours, or for group tour bookings and private charter services, please email info@alohatours.us.
Posted under Hawaii Tours, Sightseeing, Things To Do, Travel
This post was written by buytours on February 4, 2008
For a truly unique San Francisco experience, try taking a sightseeing tour of the city in an antique car. This is the “best” way to see the San Francisco Bay Area is in a comfortable, modern, vintage touring vehicle. Sit back, relax, listen and enjoy as you and your guide hop around “The City”. Antique Car Tour Tickets are available online on the San Francisco Tours website.
Our custom built, pre-1930’s cars offer unparalleled views of the beauty and history of San Francisco. Enjoy your tour with one of our exciting guides as they give you a unique view of the city, and go to sites that only our smaller vehicles can get to. Experience the adventure of touring around the world’s most popular city in a vintage 11 passenger vehicle. Our 80 minute tours will take you to see the most fascinating and memorable sites including: Fisherman’s Wharf, Chinatown, Pacific Heights, Presidio, The Golden Gate Bridge, and many more!
Our guides will personalize the tours for you to make them enjoyable for people of all ages. Just don’t forget to bring your camera. Book tour tickets online and save or email us at info@sanfranciscotours.us for assistance with reservations, group tours, and private charters.
Posted under Antique Car Tours, SF Tours, San Francisco Tours, Sightseeing, Things To Do, Transportation, Travel
This post was written by buytours on February 3, 2008
Chinatown is one of the most colorful neighborhoods in San Francisco, California. It boasts that it is the oldest Chinatown in the United States and that it draws more SF visitors each year than the Golden Gate Bridge. There are a number of fun things to do in Chinatown, including a variety of sightseeing tours that are offered through San Francisco Tours. Day tours of Chinatown, night tours with dinner, walking tours, and ghost tours are all available daily.
In addition to guided excursions, it is also entertaining to walk up and down Grant Street at your leisure. There are restaurants, bakeries, retail stores, bars, and gift shops lining a handful of city blocks. My favorite bar is Li Po, which has been rumored to have one of the entrances into Chinatown’s famous opium dens in the basement. For Dim Sum, I recommend Golden Mountain on Broadway, but be sure to get there at least an hour before they finish serving. My favorite Cantonese restaurant is Yee’s on Grant.
Be sure to visit the Golden Gate Fortune Cookie Factory. As you walk down Ross Alley, you will pass this fortune cookie factory. The aroma of freshly made fortune cookies will certainly make you want to take a closer look. This factory has been operating and selling fortune cookies around the world since 1962. When you step into the factory, you will see barrels of fortune cookies in all shapes and sizes. You will also see fortune cookies being made right before your eyes.
Chinatown is a great place to spend the afternoon, and it is located near Italian North Beach, Union Square, and The Embarcadero. I have only touched on a few highlights, so make time to explore Chinatown during your next visit to San Francisco, CA. For more information about Chinatown Tours, please visit www.SanFranciscoTours.us or email info@sanfrancsicotours.us.
Posted under SF Tours, San Francisco Tours, Sightseeing, Things To Do, Transportation, Travel
This post was written by buytours on February 3, 2008
San Francisco Tours recently announced that they have expanded their current selection of tours and activities in San Francisco, California with a Double Decker Bus Tour around the city.
This hop-on and hop-off sightseeing city tour departs every half hour daily from 9:00am until 5:00pm. Guests enjoy the luxury and comfort of brand new buses with the added benefit of a two-day unlimited use ticket. The tour covers the major sights of San Francisco in a loop. The on and off flexibility can make the tour last for two full days by visiting exciting attractions, museums, shopping, and dining facilities. Guests can create their own tour by choosing where to stop and for how long.
The tour features entertaining and informative narration. If you choose to ride the entire loop, the tour lasts approximately 1hr 45 minutes. If you are new to San Francisco, one option to consider is to ride the entire loop to get a good feel for what you will want to go back and visit as you hop-off and hop-on at various stops on the loop. In a full day on the San Francisco Double Decker Hop-On and Hop-Off Bus Tour, you can make approximately 5-6 stops to visit many attractions.
Hop-On/Hop-Off Stops
Stop 1
Corner of Mason and Jefferson (Tourist Info. Booth)- Fisherman?s Wharf Area, Museums, Restaurants
Stop 2
Travel Lodge 1450 Lombard Street - Hotel District
Stop 3
Ramada Inn 1946 Lombard Street - Union Street/Chestnut Street shopping
Stop 4
2707 Lombard Street - Palace of Fine Arts, Exploratorium
Stop 5
Main Post in Presidio Park - Historic Presidio, Pet Cemetery, National Cemetery, Letterman Center (Lucas Films)
Stop 6
Golden Gate Bridge Vista Point North (Marin side) - View of San Francisco
Stop 7
Golden Gate Park - JFK Drive - Conservatory of Flowers, Japanese Tea Garden, Arboretum, De young Museum
Stop 8
Hyde at Market Civic Center - City Hall, Theater District, Asian Art Museum, Main Library, Farmers Market at Civic Center Plaza
Stop 9
Market at Powell (San Francisco Shopping Center side)- Shopping, Cable Car Turn Around (lines Bay/Taylor & Hyde/Powell) SF MOMA
Stop 10
Union Square (across from Macy’s)- Shopping, sightseeing
Stop 11
Grant and Bush - Gates of China Town, Shopping, sightseeing
Stop 12
Kearny and Clay (Portsmouth Square, Hilton Hotel)- Historic Portsmouth Square, Chinatown/North Beach Districts, BofA Building (Carnelian Room Restaurant)
Stop 13
Pier 39 - Bay Aquarium, Alcatraz Island Tours, world-famous sea lions, street performers and live daily entertainment, Restaurants, shopping and sightseeing
Stop 14
corner of Mason and Jefferson
For more information and tickets, please visit www.SanFranciscoTours.us or email info@sanfranciscotours.us.
Posted under Double Decker Bus Tours, SF Tours, San Francisco Tours, Things To Do, Transportation, Travel
This post was written by buytours on February 3, 2008
