Treat Yourself to a Holiday Break in Myrtle Beach
Already need a break during the holidays? Luckily for you, Myrtle Beach, South Carolina has many festive and fun options that are the perfect excuse to plan a quick getaway to the shore. From fun Christmas shows to an easy New Year’s Eve vacation, Myrtle Beach is a fantastic holiday destination for you and your family.
Dixie Stampede Dinner and Show
At the Dixie Stampede Dinner and Show, you will find one of the most fun Christmas shows in the country! You will see a live nativity scene complete with live animals as well as a festive battle between the North Pole and South Pole that features entertaining games and tricks. Of course, you can expect the same classic horsemanship and great music that you find at the Dixie Stampede during the regular season. To top it all off, you will be enjoying a delicious four course meal. Before the show, you can spend some time in the Carriage Room and enjoy Christmas music and family entertainment.
Christmastime with the Twelve Irish Tenors
If you are looking for a relaxing and festive show, check out Christmastime with the Twelve Irish Tenors at the Palace Theatre. Fresh off of their very successful World Tour, the Twelve Irish Tenors have landed in Myrtle Beach for the Christmas season. This show features the classic harmonies and mellow voices that have won the world over. You can catch this show in Myrtle Beach until January 2, so you can enjoy it either before or after Christmas. The Twelve Irish Tenors perform a variety of holiday music, from traditional Christmas carols to songs from their childhood.
If you do not have time for a getaway before Christmas, plan a relaxing New Year’s Eve vacation in Myrtle Beach. Because we are Vacations Made Easy, we have the perfect New Year’s Eve package ready to go for you. The Coastin’ Into the New Year package contains three nights’ lodging on the beach, six meals (three breakfasts, three dinners), afternoon tea at Ripleys Aquarium, Christmas show at Alabama Theatre, tickets to the Carolina Opry, dinner and New Year’s Eve celebration, and Gospel brunch and performance at the House of Blues. With everything pre-planned, all you have to do is book the vacation and head to Myrtle Beach for a fantastic New Year’s vacation.
Keep Warm During a Chilly Chicago Winter
Chicago winters are not always that friendly, but that is no reason not to visit this fun city! Chicago has a fantastic selection of museums and other indoor activities that you can enjoy while you get out of the cold.
A multi-day pass is a great way to see a lot of Chicago without waiting in lines or paying lots of ticket fees. With the Go Chicago Card, you can have days of access to many of the great museums and attractions in Chicago. This card provides free admission to the Art Institute of Chicago, Field Museum, Chicago Children’s Museum, and the Kohl’s Children Museum. In addition, you have access to the Adler Planetarium, Shedd Aquarium, and the Hancock Observatory. The card is available from a one day to seven day ticket, so you can buy it for a day or weekend to entertain you and your family during Christmas vacation. With so many options, you’ll be sure to see something new and interesting while in Chicago. In addition, this card gives you immediate access to the attractions—no waiting in ticket lines!
Another fascinating museum option in Chicago is the new Illinois Holocaust Museum and Education Center. This museum contains many exhibits that have art, artifacts, documents, and photographs about the Holocaust. Some of the exhibits are temporary, but the Zev and Shifra Karkomi Permanent Exhibition can always be found at this museum. The permanent exhibit contains the history of the Holocaust from its beginning in Germany to the after effects in the Jewish community. The museum ticket also includes transportation to the museum from Chicago. A visit to this museum is certain to expand your knowledge and perspective on the events of the Holocaust.
If you are looking to escape the cold for an evening, check out one of the world-class theater options in Chicago. The city has a vibrant theater scene, and three acclaimed plays are showing right now in Chicago. Million Dollar Quartet, Jersey Boys, and The Addams Family all feature engaging music and performances that should guarantee any visitor a memorable night spent in Chicago. In addition, these plays all end in January, so you have only a few weeks left to experience them!
Christmas Comes to the Country Music Capital of the World
November 27, 2009 by admin
Filed under Nashville TN
As the Winter season officially sets in much of Music City will be covered in the warmth and cheer of the season, if not necessarily a blanket of snow. From luxurious resorts to historic homesteads, throughout the area travelers will find a wealth of options for enjoying a traditional Nashville vacation coated with a touch of the holidays!
Gaylord Opryland Resort’s encompassing A Country Christmas has all four atriums of the popular resort decked out for the holidays while the resort’s Gaslight Theatre plays host to both Louise Mandrell’s “Joy to the World” Christmas Dinner & Show and the interactive ICE!, featuring classic scenes from “A Charlie Brown Christmas” through exquisite ice sculptures. Additionally, the famed Radio City Rockettes will be performing at the nearby Grand Ole Opry House as part of the festival!
Throughout December, the Belle Meade Plantation will tweak its typical historical entertainment and education to provide a more concentrated look at Christmas in the 19th century. Victorian finery and a general sense of luxury and sophistication will be on display as you experience how the elite of yester year celebrated the holidays.
The General Jackson Showboat and Tim Watson will be teaming up this Winter season to bring Nashville visitors a historic and lively time along the Cumberland River with Tim Watson’s Tennessee Christmas. Tim Watson’s acclaimed fiddle abilities will be put on center stage as he combines his perfected style with the nostalgia of Christmas classics. Of course, dinner and stunning views of Nashville will help compliment your experience for a varied occasion of entertainment.
Santa Clause Visits Branson
November 25, 2009 by admin
Filed under Branson MO
For most children, Christmas is the best time of year. The season is full of magic and wonder. And cookies. Lots of cookies. Of course, Santa Clause is pretty cool, too.
As in years past, children in the Branson area will be able to enjoy a special Christmas treat the second weekend in December. This year, Santa’s Workshop will be held on December 12 and 13 in historic downtown Branson. During this two-day event, children will be able to decorate cookies, make ornaments, and even tell Santa their Christmas wishes in person!
If you are planning on being in Branson the weekend of December 12 and 13, don’t let your family miss this chance for holiday memories. The workshop will be open on Saturday from 9 in the morning to 4 in the afternoon and again on Sunday from noon to 4.
Christmas is the perfect time to make family memories, and this is a great opportunity. Share the warmth of the season with your kids this Christmas at Santa’s Workshop in historic downtown Branson!
Christmas at Graceland in Memphis, TN
Celebrate this holiday season with Memphis and memories of the King with Christmas at Graceland! Running from now through December 25, Graceland will be transformed into a veritable winter wonderland through a variety of holiday lighting, exhibits and general joy. As has been done for years, Graceland will be adorned with the same décor Elvis used during his residence, offering yet another way to catch an intimate glimpse into the life of one of America’s brightest stars. Other seasonal touches are set to include a lighted Christmas tree. Whether an avid Elvis fan or simply looking for a unique way to celebrate the season, Christmas at Graceland can warm the hearts of one and all!
Learn more about Christmas at Graceland and find hotel options near Graceland online.
Of course, if you are visiting Memphis this winter, then a visit to Graceland is practically a must-do. Tours of Elvis’ legendary house will take guests through eight rooms of the actual mansion, as well as Elvis’ custom airplanes and even the final resting place of The King himself. And while a walk through this famed estate is always memorable, the addition of Christmas at Graceland is sure to make the moment all the more special.
34th Annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade
If you’re planning a trip to Gatlinburg for the first weekend in December, have we got a surprise for you! On Friday, December 4, the city of Gatlinburg will be hosting the 34th Annual Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade. This is a free event that you don’t want to miss!
This year’s parade is even more special than years past because this year the Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade is celebrating the 75-year anniversary of the Smoky Mountain National Park. In recognition of this momentous anniversary, the park’s Superintendent Dale Ditmanson will hold the honor of Grand Marshal.
The parade will begin at the Traffic Light 1A at Highway 321 and wind it’s way through Gatlinburg to Traffic Light 10. For the convenience of visitors, the traffic lights have numbers hanging on them. The winding parade route will take about an one and a half hours to complete, so bundle up!
This year’s Fantasy of Lights Christmas Parade will have entries ranging from marching bands to giant helium balloons to classic cars. The parade will be kicked off with period dancing routines and the Grand Marshal making his appearance in a classic automobile.
If you’re already planning on visiting the Gatlinburg area during the first weekend in December, you should try to include this event in your itinerary. It is the perfect way to get into the holiday spirit and it’s sure to entertain the whole family.
Reserve Your Tickets Today for Silver Dollar City’s Old Time Christmas
November 11, 2009 by admin
Filed under Branson MO, VME
Your 2009 holiday season will be incomplete without a visit to Silver Dollar City’s Old Time Christmas Festival! Hailed as one of the best theme park holiday festivals in the United States, this Christmas celebration offers fun and entertainment for the whole family, from the young to the young at heart.
The Old Time Christmas Festival began on November 7, and it runs until December 30. During the winter months, Silver Dollar City is open Thursday through Sunday, and our two-day tickets are the perfect choice for a fun weekend vacation. During the holiday festival, Silver Dollar City has many special shows and attractions to help get you in the Christmas spirit. Visitors can see the Living Nativity, Frosty, Kris Kringle, and A Dickens’ Christmas Carol and experience world-class singing, dancing, and more.
The undeniable highlight of a Silver Dollar City Christmas is the five-story tall illuminated Christmas tree in the park square. The Christmas tree is the focus of Christmas on Main Street, the park’s light display. The Technicolor tree sparkles with a choreographed routine to some of your favorite holiday tunes. More lights, 100,000 to be exact, can be found on the Gifts of Christmas Holiday Light parade, which can be seen each evening. In total, Silver Dollar City is emblazoned with 4 million lights!
To make planning your vacation to Silver Dollar City and Branson easy, we offer pre-built vacation packages. The Day in Silver Dollar City Package features one night of lodging in Branson as well as tickets to Silver Dollar City, which will give you just enough time to experience everything that Silver Dollar City has to offer.
If you have longer to spend in Branson, A Silver Dollar City Vacation is a better choice for you. With two nights of lodging in Branson and tickets to Silver Dollar City, you will have time to experience the theme park as well as take in some of the other fantastic Branson holiday attractions, including the Trail of Lights and Miracle of Christmas at Sight and Sound Theatre, which can easily be added to your vacation package.
Begin the Holiday Season with Fun in Chattanooga
What better way to begin a festive holiday season than with entertaining and fun shows for the whole family in Chattanooga? Beginning in November, many of your favorite Chattanooga activities and shows turn their focus on the holiday season and bring fresh holiday offerings to the Chattanooga holiday scene.
Chattanooga Riverboats Christmas Cruise
The Chattanooga Riverboats are a popular Chattanooga activity during the summer and fall, but you can still enjoy a scenic and delicious dinner cruise in the holiday season! The Christmas Carol Dinner Cruise is a two hour scenic dinner cruise in the Southern Belle on the Tennessee River. The cruise features a delicious dinner with prime rib and shrimp creole, along with many sides and dessert. In addition, guests on the cruise enjoy the sights of Chattanooga accompanied by live music dancing. This cruise is so much fun that even Santa has been known to show up and hit the dance floor! Perfect for a romantic evening or a special family activity, the Chattanooga Riverboat is always a memorable activity. The Christmas Carol Cruise is available beginning November 26.
Elwood Smooch’s Choo Choo Cha Boogie Show
If you are looking for fun in Chattanooga, the Elwood Smooch Choo Choo Cha Boogie Show should be your first stop! This family-friendly variety show is complete with comedy, music, and hilarious antics of Elwood Smooch himself. During the holiday season, the regular Choo Choo Cha Boogie Show gives way to a Christmas show. Visitors can expect to hear some of their favorite holiday tunes combined with the regular hilarity of Elwood Smooch and his cast. The Elwood Smooch Christmas show begins on November 12.
Also at the Jukebox Junction Theater are the sounds of decades past at the Rock and Roll Revue Show. During the regular season, this show features a high-energy cast performing the best hits of the 50s, 60s, and 70s. For the holiday season, this show brings your favorite holiday songs to the stage with a Rock ‘n’ Roll twist. This show is fun for all ages, whether you are old enough to remember the 50s and 60s or not! The holiday show at Rock and Roll Revue begins November 12.
Experience a Smoky Mountain Christmas in Gatlinburg
October 26, 2009 by admin
Filed under Gatlinburg & Pigeon Forge TN, VME
November marks the beginning of the Christmas season in the Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge area, and two attractions that you should not miss during the holiday season are Dollywood Theme Park and Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede.
Dollywood Theme Park’s annual Christmas festival, Smoky Mountain Christmas, begins on November 7 and runs to January 2, 2010. This popular event features over 4 million sparkling lights, live holiday shows, Santa’s Workshop, and special holiday-themed rides. Even the Scroogiest member of your family will find something to put him or her in the holiday spirit! Live shows during the Christmas season include Christmas with the Kingdom Heirs, Appalachian Christmas, Dollywood’s Babes in Toyland, and the Christmas in the Smokies, which features a 12 member cast and a live band. One highlight of the festival is the nightly Carol of the Trees, in which the millions of twinkling lights shine in a choreographed performance to holiday music. In addition, guests can also enjoy the daily Parade of Lights. One special ride to enjoy during this festival is the Polar Express 4-D attraction, which is an indoor experience that tests all of the senses.
With the Dollywood Three-Day Weekend Getaway Package, you can experience the holiday cheer of Dollywood along with three nights’ of lodging in Pigeon Forge or Gatlinburg, which will give you plenty of time to enjoy all that a Smoky Mountain Christmas has to offer.
Another Dolly Parton offering in the Smoky Mountains is Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede. In addition to being a fabulous dinner show, the Dixie Stampede also gets into the Christmas spirit with an unforgettable holiday show. With the Dixie Stampede Pigeon Forge Vacation Package, you can enjoy tickets to the Dixie Stampede as well as two nights’ lodging in Pigeon Forge. During the holiday season, the arena at the Stampede is transformed, featuring evergreen boughs, poinsettias, and twinkling lights. The show includes a take on the traditional Christmas story as well as the fun games and tricks that guests can always expect at the Dixie Stampede! As always, the show is accompanied by a delicious four course Southern feast.
Gatlinburg is full of opportunities to enjoy a fantastic holiday experience, so do not miss out on your chance to experience the best of what Christmas in the Smokies has to offer!
New York City Shows Holiday Spirit
With the holiday season kicking off in a couple of weeks, New York City is getting in the spirit. There are several attractions that are Christmas-themed that shouldn’t be missed. Whether you’re looking for a holiday classic or something new, NYC has it.
Every Year, Radio City hosts the Rockettes’ Christmas Spectacular. This world-renowned show has become an icon of Christmas spirit and cheer. With impeccable choreography, razor-sharp kick lines and amazing costumes the Rockettes will have you brimming with holiday cheer as they re-tell the story of the Nutcracker. Don’t let your family miss out on the beloved holiday classic.
Take a tour unlike any other in the NYC area. Brooklyn goes above and beyond every year to out-decorate the surrounding area. On this guided tour, your family will see giant inflatable Santas, Rudolph prancing on rooftops and some of the most beautiful Christmas lights in the area.
New York City Holiday Lights Tour
This tour takes you to all of the famous window displays in New York City. You’ll see everything from the world-renowned Macy’s Christmas windows to the displays at Henri Bendel. This tour also includes a stop at the infamous Rockefeller Center Christmas Tree. Don’t let your family miss the chance to see New York City light up in true holiday fashion!
