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Staying in the Flagstaff area for a few days? While you are there, take the Northern Arizona Scenic Tour in Sedona.  This is a full-day activity and includes a Jeep tour featuring many highlights in Sedona and Flagstaff.  Sedona’s famous rock formations will be pointed out by a skilled tour guide as you travel north from Sedona to the Colorado Plateau.  When you get to Flagstaff you will receive a guided tour of this area, known for its institutes of higher education. 

As part of the tour, you will gain admission to the Museum of Northern Arizona and Lowell Observatory, where Pluto was discovered.  At the museum you will be able to learn more about the southwest as you look through many informative exhibits.  Lunch is included in the price of tickets, and if you choose you can take a hike around the San Francisco Peaks.  There will be plenty of opportunities to get out and explore Downtown Flagstaff and the surrounding area so you will get a good feel for the area’s general layout. 

Tours depart at 8:00 am and last for 8 hours.  This is a fantastic way to see the area from up close and to learn more about the rock formations that make up this strikingly beautiful area.  The scenery is unlike anywhere you have been before and the hiking portion of the trip is an excellent way to sightsee while staying active. 

If this is your first time in Northern Arizona, make sure to take advantage of this tour and take as many rolls of film as you can carry because you will definitely use them.  Spend the day with family and friends to share a unique experience to carry with you for years to come.

Check out www.FlagstaffTours.com for more info on tours in the Flagstaff and Sedona areas.

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If you want to see the city of Toronto but want to call your own shots, take the Toronto Hop On Hop Off City Tour.  This option combines the knowledge and skill of a professional tour guide with the convenience of picking and choosing which spots to explore.  You have the luxury of getting on and off the bus to have a closer look at an area, and you can rejoin the tour at any time within 3 touring days.  This allows you to see what you want, skip what you don’t, and pick up where you left off.  It is perfect for those who are in town for a conference or to visit loved ones since you can fit it into your schedule whenever you have time. 

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When we think about Chicago, there are a few things that immediately come to mind: the Cubs, the musical, and Chicago pizza.  However, on your next trip to Illinois, get exposed to the other side of Chicago.  The historic side.  The romantic side.  Chicago is a city with a lot to offer to residents and tourists.  It is a city with a rich history and a wonderful story to tell, so if you have already experienced it by land, why not take a look from out on the water?

Your Chicago Dinner Cruise begins at the historic Navy Pier on Lake Michigan where you are able to shop and explore before boarding.  Once the cruise officially begins, you will dine and listen to the sounds of some hugely talented performers while seeing some of the highlights of the city like the Sears Tower and the Associates Center, which has been featured in movies and television and is now known as the Stone Container Building.  You are also able to see the world famous Adler Planetarium and Soldier Field, home of the Chicago Cubs.

You will be impressed by the impeccable service of the staff on board, as you are fully fed and entertained for the duration of the trip, surrounded by breathtaking scenery.  This is a great opportunity to dress up and enjoy a night with loved ones.  The view from the outside deck is enchanting, especially when it is dark and everything is illuminated.  This is a great idea for a date night with a loved one whether you live in the Chicago area or are just visiting.  The cruise lasts about 3 hours and the view alone makes it worth the trip to the city.   

For more on this cruise and others, visit www.ChicagoTours.us.

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For a look at another side of New Orleans, take the Original Cocktail Walking Tour in New Orleans. Walk through some of the famous bars and restaurants in the French Quarter and get the back story of some of the cocktails made famous here. As you walk up and down Bourbon Street, you are sure to find many places serving the popular Hurricane drink, often in Hurricane Glasses that you can take with you. Other drinks created here include the Hand Grenade and Pimm’s Cup.

As you follow this unique tour, you will listen to some stories about New Orleans’ history and culture, including some entertaining tidbits about some of those who frequented the bars and restaurants you will visit. This is a great way to meet and converse with other travelers.

This tour lasts two hours and is a great way to introduce yourself to the vibrant night life in the area. Once you have participated, you will never look at your cocktails, or the bars they were made in, the same way again!

Check out www.BigEasyTours.us for more fabulous sightseeing tours and activities.

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What do Carrie Underwood, Trace Adkins, Dierks Bentley, and Darryl Worley have in common? Not only are they mega-stars, but they are all scheduled to grace the stage of the Grand Ole Opry this season. The Opry has a killer lineup this year, and country music fans who can definitely should make it a priority to get over to Nashville to catch a show.

Tuesday Night Opry is back in session, and several notable performers will be appearing, including Charlie Daniels, Diamond Rio, and Craig Morgan. The Opry also recently kicked off a new Thursday night series called Opry Country Classics, which showcases some of the most groundbreaking country music that paved the way for country artists and made the genre as well-loved and appreciated as it is today.

Since its start as a radio show in 1925, the Grand Ole Opry - originally known as WSM Barn Dance - has been a major launching off point for country music performers, giving birth to many of today’s brightest stars. Many performers feel that they owe their start in the business to the Opry, and in a lot of ways they are right. The platform that the venue provides for artists is unparalleled and the exposure they are given is hard to duplicate anywhere else. Many a life has been transformed by experiences on the famous stage, and I suspect that this will continue far into the future.

To secure tickets to the show of your choice, it is imperative that you book early. The Opry is a big seller among locals and visitors to Nashville, and the window of opportunity for getting tickets is pretty narrow. Regardless of when you decide to visit, it is sure to be an evening to remember. One of the best ways to secure tickets is through http://www.nashvillesightseeing.com or http://viptickets.us.

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If you are drawn to the water, you will love the Jungle Queen Sightseeing Cruise in Fort Lauderdale.  This 3-hour cruise takes you up the New River to see the sights in the comfort of a fully-equipped riverboat that is designed specifically for sightseeing.  You will pass some gorgeous waterfront homes along the way that will make you want to relocate to the area just to be able to own something so beautiful!

The tour will stop off at the Jungle Queen Indian Village, where monkeys and exotic birds call home.  The Village is full of life, with flourishing tropical foliage and brightly colorful wildlife.  The captain on board keeps you informed throughout the trip as he points out different species and landmarks.  This is a great option for those who are new to the area and may not have seen some of these animals and landscapes before. 

Two of the sights you will see as you cruise are downtown Fort Lauderdale and part of the Everglades, a subtropical wetland that begins up in Orlando.  The Everglades are shaped by fire and water and, thus, are always changing based on alternating flood and drought.  You will want to keep your eyes open as the scenes will often change suddenly.  Keep your camera snapping and you will definitely have some fantastic pictures to remember your trip by.

Reserve your seat online at www.fortlauderdaletours.net to save $5 per adult ticket.

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Traveling with kids to the Big Apple sometimes requires creative planning, especially when looking for something unique to do that doesn’t involve endless hours of walking as tourist trips often do.  Since children are often easily bored, you will need something that can hold a child’s attention but that will not last all day.  Luckily, there are plenty of options in the city that can fit both your interests and your schedule. 

On the Manhattan Sky Helicopter Tour, you and your children will be thrilled as you hover over Yankee Stadium, and you will likely be taken aback by the outstanding aerial views of Central Park and the New York City skyline.  Along the way there are some amazing photo ops as you see and experience the exquisite city scenes you could only have dreamed about.Manhattan is unlike any other city, and you are able to literally have a bird’s-eye view of it, all in about 15 minutes.  You will feel light as feathers as you make your way around the city.  Watch for the look of wonder on the faces of all the children and you will know that you planned your day just right.

Tours run every half hour from 11:00 am – 3:30 pm so you are able to pick the time that works best for your group.  I will point out, however, that helicopter tours in New York book up fast.  It is best to plan well in advance of your trip so your dates of choice will not be sold out.  You definitely don’t want to miss out on this once in a lifetime experience!

Visit www.NYTours.us for more info on this tour and many amazing others.

 

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Feeling old? I have the perfect solution.  Visit Muir Woods, where you will be surrounded by some of the tallest and oldest redwood trees that exist today.  Muir Woods, which is considered a National Monument, is comprised of 560 acres of redwood forest and 50 species of birds, steelhead trout, black-tailed deer, and hundreds of others.  Travel through the Cathedral and Bohemian Groves, where the trees stand at up to 252 feet tall and 14 feet across and some are up to 1,000 years old! Take a self-guided tour and visit the paved main trail for educational exhibits on these monstrous redwoods.

For an excellent combination of nature and nurture, take the Muir Woods and Sausalito Tour by Bus.  After an hour in Muir Woods, travel along a coastal road to Sausalito where you will be able to shop and enjoy the view from the bay or stop in a gallery or two.  Sausalito, located just north of the Golden Gate Bridge, is home to some of the country’s wealthiest citizens, so on your travels make sure to take notice of the fabulous mansions along the way.

This tour lasts 3-4 hours, with an hour-long stop at Muir Woods and 45 minutes in Sausalito.  Some of the other tour highlights include: Golden Gate Bridge, The Marina, Presidio, Marin Headlands, the Palace of Fine Arts, and Mt. Tamalpais.  There are plenty of opportunities to take pictures, so don’t forget to stock up on batteries for your camera!   

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With the help of a Segway Human Transporter, learning the ins and outs of Long Beach, California is a snap! On the Historic Segway Tour, you can be off and running after only 15 minutes of training.  The tour itself, which is narrated by three-time Olympic swimming gold medalist Janet Evans via an iPod, takes you back in history to the times when this now bustling city was used as a farming community. 

The two hour journey includes views of Pike Pier, Rainbow Harbor, Shoreline Village, Rainbow Lagoon, Shoreline Park, Long Beach Marina, and the Aquarium of the Pacific.  A trip over the Queensway Bridge leads you to the magnificent Queen Mary ocean liner, which has recently been restored to its state at the time of its final voyage in 1967. 

Those looking to explore beautiful Long Beach out in the open air are in for a treat with this tour, which is safe for ages 14 and up.  To learn more about this tour and to book tickets online, visit www.longbeachtours.net.

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