Myrtle Beach Concert America Wine Festival Provides Memories and Fun
Remember the events of 9/11 by participating in Concert America out at the beautiful La Belle Amie Vineyard in the Myrtle Beach area. Show your patriotism alongside countless others to remember the events of this tragic yet monumental day when Americans were united in support toward families that had lost loved ones. The event is from 4-7 pm and there’s plenty of cooked cuisine at the barbecue pit, where you can pick up your tasty burger and drink a glass of delicious wine. Talented artists feature their paintings and other crafts, along with all kinds of entertainment. As you’re enjoying your stay in mid-September, you can pick out any of the available lodging.
There’s other great dinner shows in this eastern vacation area, such as the Medieval Times Dinner and Tournament – Myrtle Beach, SC. The show features top stunts and performances that perfectly capture the Middle Ages environment, with six knights competing for the hand of a princess. Sit with your table around an arena and cheer for the knight that matches your table’s color and coat of arms. You’ll be served a gourmet meal of chicken and rib, soup, garlic bread and more.
Along with the performances of the Medieval Times, you may try Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede, another fantastic dinner show with 32 well-trained horses that perform tricks and perfectly work in unison with each other. While you’re watching, you can chow down on a hearty four-course meal of rotisserie chicken, corn on the cob, specialty dessert and other dishes. The extravagant show has a little of everything, from hilarious comedy to stunning animal and professional trainer performances.
Myrtle Beach is awaiting your arrival, so come soon to experience great food, entertainment and beverages. The locals’ southern hospitality will thrill you and your family.
Epcot International Food and Wine Festival Flavors Fall
September 8, 2010 by admin
Filed under VME, Walt Disney World
If you’re looking for some adult fun at Walt Disney World Theme Parks this autumn, get ready for the delightful Epcot International Food and Wine Festival. The festival starts October 1st and continues until November 14th with a number of special guest speakers, delicious delicacies and beers from around the world, and demonstrations from some of the world’s finest chefs. In addition to those exciting events, this festival also features special performers and concerts for you to enjoy. Walt Disney World has outdone itself with this magical autumn experience!
Walt Disney World isn’t the only popular theme park that Orlando has to offer. Orlando is also home to Universal Studios. Universal Studios features a number of thrill rides, shows, and concession stands based off of famous Universal Studios characters. Rides themed after the beloved character Harry Potter, Terminator, and The Simpsons are just a few of the fun activities you can expect to find at the park. This park is a favorite for those who want to forget everyday cares and remember what it was like to be a kid!
Don’t get so caught up in the many theme parks Orlando has to offer that you forget to experience the city itself. Orlando Balloon Adventure gives you the chance to take flight in a hot air balloon for views high above the city. The ride will even take you over exciting places like downtown Orlando and some of the theme parks. Few people know the excitement and wonder of floating through the air in a colorful hot air balloon. Make sure you don’t miss out on the opportunity while you’re in Orlando.
National Harvest Festival Gives Branson a Beautiful Start to Fall
September 8, 2010 by admin
Filed under Branson MO
There’s no better place to be during the fall than Branson’s theme park Silver Dollar City. From September 11th to October 30th, Silver Dollar City will have out its colorful fall decorations and has planned numerous activities for the National Harvest Festival. This festival features delicious food, craft workshops, and the exciting rides and shows that first made Silver Dollar City famous. You won’t want miss the excitement and fun of the National Harvest Festival at this 1800s themed park!
Silver Dollar City isn’t the only exciting place you will want to visit while you’re in Branson. You will also need to see some of the shows that made Branson famous. Make sure you don’t miss the popular Shoji Tabuchi Show. The show features the incredible, versatile violinist Shoji and his musically gifted wife and daughter. Everything from classical to 60s music is played in this diverse show for an entertaining evening that is designed to dazzle you.
If you’re looking for a dinner and show combination to enjoy while you’re in town, look no further than Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede Dinner and Show. This show serves up delicious, home-style Southern foods like rotisserie chicken, creamy vegetable soup, and herb-baked potatoes while you watch an action-packed show. 32 horses and their trick riders will compete against each other in many challenges while you cheer on your side. With everything from racing pigs to singing and dancing, this show is a Branson classic that you will fall in love with.
Grand Ole Opry Performances for September 10, 11, and 14
September 8, 2010 by admin
Filed under Grand Ole Opry
The Grand Ole Opry will be having all performances at the historic Ryman Auditorium unless otherwise noted.
Please Note: The Grand Ole Opry does not release final lineups until the Wednesday prior to each performance. This list will be updated weekly as new performers are confirmed and added to the lineup.
Friday, September 9th – Order Tickets
- Mel Tillis
- Del McCoury Band
- and more
This performance will take place at the Two Rivers Baptist Church.
Saturday, September 11th – Order Tickets
- Dailey and Vincent
- Del McCoury Band
- Joey + Rory
- and more
This performance will take place at the Two Rivers Baptist Church
Tuesday, September 14th – Order Tickets
- Dailey and Vincent
- Diamond Rio
- Joe Diffie
- and more
Combat the Cold of Autumn with a Visit to Sunny Costa Rica!
While cold will be gripping much of the U.S. as we pass further into fall use your vacation time to escape the cold and heat up with a tropical getaway to Costa Rica with the Arenal 2 Days / 1 Night vacation package, complete with one night lodging, three meals, visit to Arenal Volcano National Park and more!
From coming face to face with Chato Volcano to admiring the calm beauty of Lake Arenal, you will find a variety of natural sights to explore all in the comfort of warm weather. Cultural, adventurous and inspiring only begin to describe the natural areas that surround San Jose and the Arenal Volcano National Park, and you can experience it all!
Additionally, you can find other comprehensive vacation packages to Costa Rica online.
Heed the Call of the Wild and Travel to San Diego
SeaWorld in San Diego offers guests an exciting new show that combines the grace of birds, the playful energy of dolphins, and the power of pilot whales. Blue Horizons, as the show has been named, is a one of a kind show that began in May and will be continuing through the rest of the year. The popularity of this unique show has quickly begun to rise and those who visit the park will be delighted to see what SeaWorld has managed to create.
If you love the marine creatures you visit at SeaWorld, you won’t want to miss out on your chance to visit the San Diego Zoo. This zoo is world famous for the wide variety of amphibians, mammals, reptiles, and other animals that call it home. The San Diego Zoo also has many fascinating exhibits for guests to examine as well. Many exhibits like Polar Bear Plunge, Rain Forest Aviary, and Flamingo Lagoon are open year-round with admission to the zoo. You will find that this zoo is one that you will be glad you didn’t miss.
For another unique experience with animals, you will also want to visit San Diego Zoo’s Wild Animal Park. This park features 1,800 acres with more than 400 species of animals living in a habitat that is created to be just like the animal’s natural habitat. Deserts, wetlands, steppes, and many other types of natural habitats are represented throughout the park and guests can expect to see giraffes, elephants, gorillas, cheetahs, and a variety of other animals as they move through this huge park. The American Association of Museums was so impressed with these animals and their habitats that they have accredited the park as a living museum. It’s a wonderful place to relax during your getaway in San Diego!
Museums and Shopping Offer the Perfect Getaway in Washington DC
If you’ve ever visited Washington DC, you know that it is a city filled with interesting museums and places to shop. On your next trip to the area, make sure that you don’t miss out on some of the most interesting museums and shopping opportunities the city has to offer. These three options are sure to add something special to your getaway.
National Museum of Crime and Punishment
Your first stop in DC should be the National Museum of Crime and Punishment. This museum has many interactive displays and exhibits that cover the history of crime and punishment dating from medieval period to present law enforcement. Some of the exhibits you will see as you explore the museum include a high speed chase simulator, an FBI shooting range, and even a computer hacking station. This museum also features a life-sized police station, a lie detector, and an electric chair. The Crime and Punishment Museum is something out of the ordinary that fascinates people of all ages.
After you’ve learned all about crime and punishment, head over to one of DC’s other unique museums, Madame Tussauds. This museum gives you the chance to see life-like busts of both historic and present day figures. You may see Justin Timberlake, Jennifer Lopez, George Washington, and other famous faces during your visit. This museum even gives you a behind the scenes to show you how they create such life-like wax figures. It’s a fun experience for pictures and learning.
Make sure you don’t forget to go shopping while you’re in DC. Tyson’s Corner Shopping Tours will give you the chance to browse over 300 specialty shops and stores at your own pace. You will see stores like The Body Shop, Banana Republic, and Shaw Jewelers on this fun shopping tour. Your tour includes a rewards savings book worth $200 in savings, a goodie bag from Sephora, and many other special offers and features. It’s the fun shopping experience you deserve on your vacation!
Spend Labor Day Weekend Viewing the Grand Canyon in the Air!
Labor Day weekend marks a great time for the sights of the Grand Canyon landscape. The red painted desert stretches on for miles, and you’ll see rock formations all throughout the ravine. Your sightseeing experience can be even better up in the air, and there are plenty of helicopters and planes awaiting your arrival for a bird’s eye view of the various canyon rims. Soar above the Colorado River by looking through the folowing tours.
Grand Kingdom Helicopter Tour – North & South Rim
See two sides of this natural landmark on a flying tour across cliffs and various vegetation. From 5,000 feet above, you’ll be able to view the Colorado River as it rushes around bends and twists in the rocky gaps. The color of the river will change depending on the mineral content of the water, appearing either aqua blue or brownish red. Don’t worry about a noisy ride, as the helicopter is one of the quietest aircrafts in the Grand Canyon area.
If you’d like to see all the sites of the South Rim, you can fly above the area inside the comfortable interior of a plane. Along the way, you can look for areas like the Navajo Indian Reservation, Zuni Point and Painted Desert. Each area has its own special sites, such as the tall Desert View Watchtower and historic Temple Butte.
If you decided on the South Rim Airplane Tour, you can always follow up with a view of the opposite side of the canyon. Explore via helicopter famous sights like the Dragon Corridor, which is located near the canyon’s center. The area is both the widest and deepest part, and you’ll be able to see the entire thing within minutes with your transportation.
See the sights of the canyon in all directions with these tours and more. Your Labor Day weekend couldn’t be more promising!
Make Plans for Labor Day Weekend in Branson for Gospel Performances
September 2, 2010 by admin
Filed under Branson MO
The Silver Dollar City Southern Gospel Picnic in Branson will be wrapping up quickly, so head on down to this event promoting a rich style of country, gospel and bluegrass music that lasts until September 6. The festival is a perfect excursion for your Labor Day weekend, and you can listen to some of the most well-known gospel artists in the area including The Isaacs, Triumphant Quartet, Squire Parsons and much more. As an additional bonus, you can eat a delicious southern’ meal at The House of Country Chicken and Fixin’s at Branson’s square. If you’re wanting to stay in this attractive city for your three day weekend, you can pick out lodging that suits your needs.
For a different perspective on Gospel, you’re welcome to attend some of the highlighted shows in Branson such as the Sunday Gospel Jubilee. The show is perfect for families and groups of friends, bringing you back to the good ol’ days. You can easily attend the show Sunday during Labor Day weekend and listen to the talented Max Bacon and his group of fine singers.
Your other Gospel excursion can be had at the New South Gospel, a performance featuring four fantastic singers including a deep base, mellow baritone, high tenor and astounding melody. The group will sing both old and modern tunes, from the traditional Eagles’ tunes to Rascal Flatts. The performers provide a great blend of musical numbers and entertainment.
Labor Day weekend is almost here, and you can spend every moment of it in our beloved city!
Werowocomoco Exhibition at Jamestown Settlement Provides Insight into 1600s Culture
For the first time in history, more than 60 artifacts that cover 10,000 years of Virginia’s Native American history will be displayed in the Jamestown Settlement museum. Werowocomoco was the name of the settlement where the legendary Chief Powhatan was living when colonists arrived in the area in 1607. It was at this time that the legendary of John Smith and Pocahontas was born. Guests visiting this museum while the exhibition is being displayed from May 15th to November 15th will get to see artifacts that are relevant to that time. It’s an incredible opportunity to learn more about the Native Americans who inhabited the area in the 1600s and their relationship with the colonists.
If you go to Jamestown Settlement to learn about Native American history during the 1600s, you will also be interested in the settlement itself. This settlement is an authentic replication of the colonists’ living arrangements complete with costumed actors who show guests what life was like for the colonists. Also at the settlement, are replicas of the three ships that colonists arrived on for guests to explore. This settlement is an amazing piece of history to explore.
When you’ve finished exploring the 1600s, move on to the 18th century at Colonial Williamsburg. Colonial Williamsburg offers guests the chance to explore historic buildings dating back to the early 1800s where some of history’s most important figures lived as well as area’s the courthouse and gaol. Costumed residents help bring the time to life for visitors and make Colonial Williamsburg seem like the bustling 18th century town it once was.
