Four Exciting Ways to Explore San Antonio, TX

March 5, 2010 by admin  
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San Antonio has a rich history and beautiful scenery to offer to its visitors. What many visitors may not know about San Antonio is how many different types of ways there are to learn about the history and see the beautiful scenery of the city. San Antonio offers guests trolley tours, helicopter tours, carriage tours, and sightseeing cruises. All offer their own unique view of San Antonio.

There are many trolley tours in San Antonio. Each trolley tour has its own stops and locations to make them all one of a kind. The San Antonio Trolly Tours 1 or 2 Day Hop On and Hop Off allows you to make your own schedule and view the city at your own pace. You can even choose the number of days you think it will take to complete this tour. Another great trolley tour offered in San Antonio is the Alamo Trolley Tour with Hop Pass. This tour takes you to a number of the fascinating historic spots that have made San Antonio the city it is today and allows you to get off and take your time viewing these attractions.

If a trolley tour isn’t enough for you, don’t hestitate to take a helicopter tour of San Antonio. A bird’s eye view of this beautiful city is a great way to see everything the city has to offer. The San Antonio and Alamo Helicopter Tours give you the chance to see all the  sights of the city spread out below you. From downtown San Antonio to the Lackland Military Base, the city will be yours to explore, and  you’ll be delighted by your sweeping views and heights.

If you’d prefer to keep your feet on the ground and take a more leisurely tour of the city, take a carriage tour. The Travis Park Carriage Tour takes you on an exploration of Travis Park. It’s a scenic tour that you can sit back and relax on. If you’re interested in some of the lovely cathedrals that can be found in San Antonio, take the San Fernando Carriage Tour. You will be taken through the San Fernando Cathedral area and given some of the background of the church history. The King William Carriage Tour is another carriage tour that offers you either a narrated or unnarrated tour of the attractive King William Historic.

For another relaxing type of tour, you may want to choose a sightseeing cruise like the Rio San Antonio River Walk Cruises. This is a tour that takes you 2 and a half miles down the famour River Walk so you can see the sights and learn about the history of the River Walk. This tour includes a view of the oldest neighborhood in San Antonio and other great sights, so it’s full of surprises and entertaining facts.

View San Antonio Through a Variety of Different Tour Options

July 21, 2009 by admin  
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Rio San Antonio River Walk CruisesSan Antonio has long been known as a city brimming with historical landmarks and exciting attractions. Through Vacations Made Easy, you can explore the major sights and sounds of the Alamo City with a variety of different tour options. From horse-drawn carriages and motorcoaches to helicopters and cruises, San Antonio provides options for viewing this historic city every which way!

Perfect for a romantic activity during your vacation, the King Williams Carriage Tour takes you through the celebrated King William Historic District of San Antonio. The 40-minute tour offers the utmost in style and elegance, as a gorgeous white horse pulls you while you’re on board a Victorian carriage. What was once a region of irrigated farmland has turned into a stunningly restored strip of homes along the street. Choose either a narrated or a non-narrated tour option for either an informative excursion or a pleasant, romantic evening.

Explore the famous River Walk area with the Rio San Antonio River Walk Cruise. San Antonio’s history is on display, as the 40-minute cruise will take you on a two-and-a-half mile stretch past such sites as the Alamo, the San Fernando Cathedral, and the abundance of natural beauty in the area. You will also see the district of La Villita with its art galleries and unique shops and restaurants. The Rio San Antonio River Walk Cruise is your ticket to one of San Antonio’s most visited and historic regions.

What could be more exciting than a tour from the air? That’s exactly what you’ll get when you take part in the San Antonio & Alamo Helicopter Tours. Choose from among three options that are offered. Look down upon the San Antonio skyline with the Downtown San Antonio and Quarry Market Flight, or choose to venture out into the city’s surrounding area with either the Hill Country Flight or the High Hill Country Flight. No matter what you choose, you’re in for an afternoon of pure joy when you choose to view the Alamo City from above!

Unforgettable Vacation Experiences in the Grand Canyon

July 9, 2009 by admin  
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North Canyon TourThe Grand Canyon can be explored on the ground through hiking, riding in an all-terrain Jeep, or enjoying a scenic ride in a retro train car. All of these methods will provide great views of the Grand Canyon and a memorable experience, but for a truly unforgettable vacation, consider exploring the Grand Canyon from the air with a thrilling helicopter tour. Vacations Made Easy offers two helicopter tour options, both of which will provide an amazing time at the Grand Canyon.

The North Canyon Tour is a 30-minute long tour, approximately. Your experienced pilot and tour guide will take you up in the air in a helicopter, entering the Grand Canyon at the Dragon Corridor near the North Rim. Your flight will allow you to see much more of the canyon than you would with a hiking tour or Jeep tour. You will be able to fly into the canyon, see the river, and even watch for native wildlife. Sights include the Kaibab Forest and the Tower of Ra.

The Imperial Helicopter Tour provides a flight in the Northern and Eastern parts of the Grand Canyon. The length of this tour is approximately 50 minutes long, which will give you ample time to see the canyon. In those 50 minutes, you will be able to see more than you ever thought possible. This tour provides views of the Painted Desert, the Colorado River, and the unique features of the Eastern Canyon. Be sure to have your camera and digital recorder on hand to document the beautiful sights you will see during this flight.

Another bird’s eye view option is the Monument Valley Tour, which is a combo experience that combines the best of the air and land. The tour includes an airplane flight over Monument Valley. After exploring the valley from the sky, you will disembark and enjoy a 4 x 4 ride and a guided ground tour of the area, in which your tour guide will provide information about the various sights in the Valley, as well as historical information on the Navajo Indians who made this land their home. This tour conveniently includes a box lunch. The tour in total lasts approximately four hours.

See the Smoky Mountains from the Sky with a Helicopter Tour

July 3, 2009 by admin  
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Douglas LakeThe Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge area is nestled in the beautiful Smoky Mountains. Whether dressed in green during the summer or wearing a snowy blanket in the winter, the Smokies always offer breathtaking scenery. One of the best ways to see the Smokies is with a bird’s eye view provided by these helicopter tours.

For a quick flight around the area, choose the Smoky Mountain Helicopter Tours. You can customize your ride to be up to 40 minutes covering 100 miles. The helicopter takes you over the cities of Gatlinburg and Pigeon Forge as well as the foothills of the Smoky Mountains. The ride will provide you unparalleled breathtaking views of the Smokies as well as the surrounding areas. Different tour options include the Gatlinburg tour, the See It All tour, and the Bluff Mountain/Pigeon Forge ride. Helicopters can accommodate up to six people, making it the perfect size for a family activity.

For more tour options, check out the Fly the Scenic Skies tours. The tours offered cover a variety of different sightseeing options. The River Island tour will take you over the French Broad River from a height of 1,200 feet. The Douglas Lake Flight covers 12 miles over the Douglas Lake. Another option is the Gatlinburg tour, which is a 36-minute flight that goes over Gatlinburg, Sevierville, and Mount Leconte. With the Grand Tour, you can see all of this and more. Whatever you want to see, you will be sure to find the right tour for you. The ride is narrated by your pilot, so you will know what you are seeing. Whichever tour you choose, it will certainly be an unforgettable experience.

If you would rather explore the Smokies from the comfort of the ground, try Smoky Mountain Carriage Rides. Perfect for a romantic lunch or evening activity, these tours will take you on a scenic ride through the countryside. You can enjoy views of the Smoky Mountains as well as the seasonal beauty of the area, from beautiful fall foliage to pretty spring flowers. You can choose a romantic ride for two or a fun ride for four.

Summer Vacations in the Grand Canyon for Everyone

May 28, 2009 by admin  
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One of the world’s natural wonders, the Grand Canyon makes a wonderful destination for a summer vacation. Although Arizona may be hot, Grand Canyon vacations offer beautiful vistas, informational tours, and more, making them a summer vacation that you will never forget. We offer several already-constructed vacation packages that are suitable for both families and couples.

For the complete Grand Canyon experience, the Best of the Grand Canyon Comprehensive Package is the best choice. This package offers five days and four nights with your choice of lodging. You can even choose to stay right in the park if you want! Features of this package include the Canyon Pine & Indian Painting Safari Jeep Tours Combo, which takes you to the Kaibab National Forest and the Indian paintings, eventually ending at the south rim of the Canyon. The Imperial Helicopter Tour will provide a breathtaking bird’s eye view of the Grand Canyon as the helicopter flies over the eastern part of the canyon.

The Grand Canyon Airplane Tour Package is another vacation package that will take you high above the canyon. You will have your choice of three nights’ lodging in or outside the park. The highlight of this package is the Monument Valley Diamond Tour. This tour gives you two ways to view the park: by airplane and by 4×4 vehicle. You will see historical Navajo landmarks, the setting of some of John Wayne’s movies, and more. You will also tour parts of the Navajo reservation. This package gives you the opportunity to see the Grand Canyon as well as a unique bird’s eye view of the area.

If you suffer from a phobia of heights, then the Grand Canyon Railway Vacation Package is the perfect way for you to see the canyon. You will have two nights’ lodging either inside the park or outside the park. The vacation begins with the Grand Canyon Railway Budd Coach Tour, which provides a tour of the park while riding on a vintage-style Budd Coach train. The train will take you to the south rim of the canyon. While in the park, you will have ample time to tour the park, take pictures, and explore the gift shops.

Of course, if you would rather build your own package, we offer that service on our web site. You can choose your lodging and activities to build your perfect package.