New York City, NY by Moonlight
You haven’t seen New York City until you’ve seen it at night. This city hasn’t been nicknamed the ”City that Never Sleeps” because of its peaceful nights. There just as much to do and see in New York at night as there is during the day. Go on three wonderful tours of the city at night to see the bright lights and sparkle that you can only truly appreciate by the light of the moon.
This tour will take you on a tour of the city by subway and by foot. You will see the districts Brooklyn and Manhattan during this tour. The tour begins during the day in Manhattan and takes you to Brooklyn where you can appreciate the great architecture and history of the area. From there you will go to artistic Williamsburg. Your trip ends back in Manhattan where you will take a walk with your tour group through the Lower East side where you can enjoy the shining lights of New York City.
This tour begins at night in Grand Central Station. While you are at Grand Central Station, you will be shown the lighted night sky, the Whispering Gallery, and the legendary Oyster Bar. A tour bus will take you from there and you will get to see Greenwich Village, the Manhattan Bridge, and other incredible New York City sights. With the huge city sparkling all around you, how could you not be amazed by the fantastic sights?
Forget the stars. The bright lights of New York City are far more dazzling. Prepare to see the Empire State Building, Manhattan Bridge, and the Lower East Side with new admiration when you see them by moonlight. The liveliness of the city will have you caught up in the atmosphere of magic that the evening offers. You will love the way this tour shows you the city.
Mother’s Day at Old Sturbridge Village
Celebrate your Mother’s Day in a unique way with an exciting visit to Old Sturbridge Village. This event will take place May 8th and 9th. Moms get in free for Mother’s Day. This village depicts everyday life in a New England village between the 1790′s and 1830′s. This 200-acre landmark has authentic architecture, exhibits, living history interpreters, and even livestock for you to see and interact with.
When your time at Sturbridge Village has ended, take the Old Town Trolley Narrated Tour to learn more about Boston’s rich historic value. The tour will take you back to a time when Boston thrived solely on the seaports located along the coast. A guide will tell you about the history of places like Faneuil Hall Marketplace, the Old State House, and the USS Constitution as you pass by.
See more of the famous USS Constitution and the legendary harbors of Boston with the USS Constitution and Boston Harbor Sightseeing Cruise. This cruise takes you on a narrated sightseeing adventure of the Charleston Navy Yard that stops at the USS Constitution. The USS Constitution is the oldest war ship to still be commissioned by US sailors. A tour of the historic ship and some fun information will be provided by a guide before you get back on your cruise ship for a bit more sightseeing.
A Delicious Las Vegas Experience
When you’re in Las Vegas, NV, you will be immersed in the color and sparkle of the shows and sightseeing attractions. There is a lot to see and do. A few of the must see attractions of the area aren’t shows though – they’re restaurants. The Hard Rock Cafe, Planet Hollywood, and the Las Vegas Meal Ticket are three of the premier dining options of the city, and you should experience them all while you’re there.
Every Hard Rock Cafe is different, and this particular Hard Rock Cafe is better than the best with its incredible interior and stunning 84-foot neon guitar at the entrance. From the moment you step inside, expect to have a rocking good time and delicious food. The atmosphere and excitement of this cafe can’t be beat!
Get the star treatment when you get your meal ticket ahead of time. You will go straight to the front of the line for immediate seating when you arrive at the restaurant. See artifacts from various movies and television shows that are rotated between the restaurants. Even if you’ve been to Planet Hollywood before, it’s a different experience with new features each time you go.
If you’re planning to be in Vegas for a couple of days, this is a great ticket for you. This ticket provides you all three meals for your day. Famous restaurants like Cloud Nine Balloon Ride and Picnic, Lombardi’s Romagna Mia, and Jackson’s bar and grill are included in this ticket. In total, you can get meal options at over ten different dining venues.
Exciting Tours of Nashville, TN
April 23, 2010 by admin
Filed under Nashville TN
Each tour has its own unique features that make the tour special. When you visit Nashville, TN, wouldn’t you like to experience the city with several different tours and get the benefit of the different qualities that makes each special? From carriage tours to walking tours, this city has tours galore, and you’re about to learn about three favorites in Nashville, TN.
The Nashville Music City Duck Tours
This tour takes place in a historic World War II amphibious vehicle. This is one of the few vehicles that has the ability to be used on land or in the water. Your tour begins on land where you will see sights like the Ryman Auditorium, Tootsies, and the Country Music Hall of Fame. After seeing the various land attractions, you will take to the Cumberland River. From the Cumberland River, you will see sights like the Riverfront and 1st Avenue. You will love the diversity of this wonderful land and water tour.
Horse Drawn Carriage Tours of Downtown Nashville
A beautiful surrey carriage will be waiting for you downtown to take you on a journey through the lovely downtown Nashville area. A costumed coach driver and his horses will take you by sights like the state capitol, Riverfront Camp, and Adelphi Theaters. It’s a relaxing ride that you can take on your own, with that special someone, or with up to 14 friends. You will love the old world charm of being taken through downtown Nashville in a carriage.
Nashville Limo Sightseeing Tours
Get the star treatment in Nashville when you choose to take your tour in a limo. The stretch limo seats up to 8 people, so you can choose to go by yourself or with 8 of your friends. The choice is yours. You also get to choose which tour you take. You can take the homes of the stars tour and see homes of famous musicians like Dolly Parton and Alan Jackson, or you can take the tour of downtown Nashville and see Centennial Park and the Opryland Hotel. It’s the most luxurious tour experience in the city.
The Ultimate Orlando Beach Experience
Explore the beaches that make Orlando, FL one of the most popular vacation spots in the world during the warm spring and hot summer months. Who doesn’t love to sink their toes in the sand and feel the surf wash over the tops of their feet? Get your chance to do just that with the Clearwater Beach Day Tours. Your beach time will include a delectable buffet lunch that includes fantastic dishes like potato salad, fresh fruit, marinated chicken, beef teriyaki, and other yummy treats. You may also book a tour with this adventure to customize your Clearwater Beach activity.
Experience another exciting beach in the area with the Cocoa Beach Thousand Islands Eco-Tour. This two hour activity will take you by some of the most beautiful expanses of beaches in the world. Cocoa Beach is famous for its wildlife activity. See the incredible dolphins, playful manatees, a variety of birds as you relax and enjoy the fresh air on this tour.
For additional beach sights, take the Sea Screamer Speedboat for a spin. This 73 foot long boat will take you on a relaxing trip along the coastline so you can enjoy sights of Clearwater Beach and Sand Key Park. When you’ve finished looking at the coastal scenery, the boat will head out in the Gulf of Mexico for a thrilling high-speed ride. You may get to see more dolphins during this exciting activity.
A Memorial Day Escape to the Grand Canyon Area
Take advantage of the three day weekend that Memorial Day gives you, and go to the Grand Canyon. There are endless sightseeing and exploration opportunities at the Grand Canyon for you to enjoy. Start out with the Grand Canyon Explorer Hike and stretch out your legs after long days of sitting in the office. The fresh air will energize you as you explore the back country under the rim of the Grand Canyon. See ancient Indian cliff dwellings, stunning views, and the varied wildlife of the area as you take a comfortable hike with your guide.
Rest on a luxury yacht and enjoy more incredible scenery with the Canyons Adventure Tour after your hike. This tour gives you the experience of seeing the beautiful Navajo Tapestry on the Grand Canyon Walls as well as the Glen Canyon Dam and the Tower Butte. You can sit on the open upper deck and relax in the sunshine as you enjoy the scenery or sit inside and enjoy the views from the temperature controlled environment.
In the evening, see the majesty of the Grand Canyon at sunset with the Grand Sunset and Indian Painting Jeep Tour. See the beauty of the Kahib National Forest as well as the incredible Indian paintings that still remain on the walls of the Grand Canyon before going to an observation tower that will take you up high enough for you to see the Grand Canyon, Painted Desert, and San Francisco Peaks spread out below you. In the observation tower, you will watch the sun set and see a riot of incredible color tint the land and the sky.
Jamestown Day in Williamsburg, Virginia
Celebrate Jamestown Day on May 15th at Jamestown Settlement in Williamsburg, Virginia. Learn about America’s colonial history as you wander through the settlement. Jamestown Day was started to commemorate the founding of the Jamestown Settlement in 1607. This settlement dates back to thirteen years before the Pilgrims landed at Plymouth Rock making it one of the oldest historic sites in America. Films, exhibits, and costumed guides will help you piece together the history that brought the original settlers to the area as well as what it was like to live in the Jamestown Settlement.
For more American history, get the Jamestown Settlement and Yorktown Victory Center Combo. This combination gets you all of the advantages and excitement of the Jamestown Settlement and adds the Yorktown Victory Center to your experience. At the center, you will learn about the events that led up to the Declaration of Independence and the revolution. Films, galleries, and live interpretations will help you understand our history in a new way.
If you think you’ve exhausted the historical value of the area, you are incorrect. There is more. Colonial Williamsburg awaits you to give you insight into 18th century America. Visit the 300 acre attraction and view the variety of historical buildings and sites including the Great Hopes Plantation, the courthouse, and the homes of Peyton Randolph and George Wythe.
Memorial Day Weekend in Chattanooga, TN
Memorial Day Weekend gives you a three day weekend to relax. Why not spend your time relaxing in beautiful Chattanooga, TN? It’s a lovely area for sightseeing and outdoor adventures. Go kayaking in the Tennessee River Gorge Canyon and experience the wonder of the United Nation’s Biosphere Reserve with the Tennessee River Gorge Canyon Kayak Eco Tours Adventure. This activity will give you incredible views and encounters with endangered wildlife in the area. Home to 184 species of birds, 63 species of mammals, and 193 species of butterflies, this area has no shortage of sights for you to enjoy as you paddle along in your kayak.
For more nature experiences on your long weekend, visit the Chattanooga Nature Center. This nature center will have scenic trails for you to walk along and enjoy the peace and quiet of the area. As you walk, be on the lookout for the 30 native species of animal commonly found along the trails. You may see owls, turtles or even the endangered red wolf on your walk.
In the evening, enjoy some time indoors with the Murder Mystery Dinner Shows at Vaudeville Cafe. When you arrive at the theatre, you will get to meet the “suspects” who will greet you in character. Take note of their different personalities and costumes as they will give you clues when you try to solve the inevitable murder that will take place onstage. This delightful dinner and show combination is a perfect way to end an evening in Chattanooga.
World Championship Barbecue Contest in Memphis, TN
Everyone who has visited Memphis, TN is aware that the city is known for its incredible barbecue. Get your Memphis barbecue experience when you go to the World Championship Barbecue Contest that takes place May14th to the 16th in Tom Lee Park. More than 90,000 barbecue lovers attend this event every year and over $61,000 in prizes will be given out. The barbecue chefs who attend this event are very serious about their craft, and you will get the chance to taste their wonderful creations.
While you’re in Memphis for the food, don’t forget the rock ‘n’ roll that made this city famous. Start out where some of the most famous musicians in rock ‘n’ roll history recorded their hit songs and take the Sun Studio Guided Tour. This tour will provide you with background and interesting facts on talented stars like Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash. In addition, you will get to see the microphone Elvis used to record his first song in 1954 as well as other studio artifacts. For more Memphis music and some sightseeing after your studio tour, take the Memphis Mojo Tour. A local musician will lead you on a music-inspired tour of the city.
Combine Memphis’ famous music and barbecue when you visit the Blues City Cafe located in the heart of the music hub on historic Beale Street. A local rock band plays regularly at this cafe for the diners’ entertainment. The menu you can expect at the cafe includes an appetizer of seafood gumbo, beef stew or three tamales in a cup of chili and a main course with a full rack of ribs, oven broiled Memphis strip, Southern fried catfish, or 12 jumbo cajun barbecue shrimp. If you still have room for dessert after dinner, you can choose between an apple dumpling or a fudge brownie sundae.
Blast from the Past in Mount Rushmore
Go way back in time to the era of Mammoths at the Mammoth Site of Hot Springs, South Dakota. This site has a working paleontology laboratory for you to visit, films about the archeology sites where mammoths are found, and a guided tour of the site. You can ask your guide questions while you wander and find out all about these mighty creatures from the past.
Fast forward from the time of the mammoth to the time of the automobile with the Pioneer Auto Show and Antique Town. See over 250 classic cars in over 30 buildings at this auto show. The auto show is open daily, year round, so you never have to worry about missing the chance to see these incredible cars on display. Also included in the displays are antique tractors and motorcycles.
Take another step back in time when you visit the Big Thunder Gold Mine. This gold mine was opened in 1882 with the discovery of gold and continued to be worked until the year 1914. This mine was highly productive for several years and was part of the gold rush that made California so popular in the 1800s. A guide will lead you through the gold mine and answer questions that you have along the way.
