Take a Relaxing Retreat to Las Vegas for Labor Day
There are several great ways to spend your Labor Day weekend such as going for a swim, having a BBQ, or enjoying a parade, but none can compare to the excitement and charm of a trip to Las Vegas. In Vegas you will find a variety of activities to fill your relaxing Labor Day weekend. If you are searching for thrills, enjoy the Vegas Strip Helicopter Tour. For an activity the whole family can enjoy, the Comedy Pet Theater is the perfect choice.
Enjoy Las Vegas from an entirely new perspective when you take the Vegas Strip Helicopter Tour. While you are flying high in the sky, see landmarks in Las Vegas such as the New York skyline, Bellagio fountains, Eiffel Tower of Paris, Roman Empire of Caesars, Pyramid of Luxor, Stratosphere, and many more famous places. You will be transported in Papillon’s A-Star executive jet helicopter during this truly unique Las Vegas tour.
It can be somewhat difficult to find an activity in Las Vegas to keep the entire family entertained. The Popovich Comedy Pet Theater offers the perfect blend of comedy and amazing pet tricks to make it the perfect family show. See 25 rescued cats and dogs show you their amazing talents and fun costumes. Additionally, there will be circus clowns adding their silly style to this already superb show.
Whether you are traveling to the Las Vegas area for Labor Day weekend or just want to take a fun filled trip, choose comfortable lodging that will accommodate your needs. We have a great selection of lodging choices in Las Vegas which can be found by clicking here.
Legendary Country Star George Jones is Scheduled to Visit the Branson Area on September 4
August 5, 2010 by admin
Filed under Branson MO
The Black Oak Mountain Amphitheater in nearby Lampe, MO will soon be host to one of the greatest country singers of all time, George Jones, on September 4. After starting his career in 1954, George Jones has received numerous awards and honors for songs such as White Lightning, Tender Years, He Stopped Loving Her Today and many more. Don’t miss your chance to see this amazing country artist perform right here in the Ozarks. Also set to perform is Jason Boland & The Stragglers, one of contemporary country’s fastest rising bands.
While in the Branson area take the time to enjoy a few more phenomenal shows. SIX is a group of six brothers who perform every sound you hear in the show with their mouths. This astonishing show includes great versions of your favorite songs by the Beach Boys, Mo-Town, and more. SIX made their debut on the Donny and Marie Show and has since started performing in Branson.
After enjoying one of the founding stars of country, George Jones, enjoy one of the founding shows of Branson, Baldknobbers Jamboree Show. The Baldknobbers started in 1959 when the four Mabe brothers performed for visitors down by the lake, making it the first show in Branson. Over the past 50 some years, this show has grown into the wildly popular show of today with great comedy and music.
Planning on taking a vacation to the Branson area soon? Need a great place to stay? We have the perfect solution. We offer several wonderful hotels in the Branson area that are sure to be a perfect fit for your vacation needs. Stay in a hotel with a water park or choose to stay in a hotel with an amazing view of the lake. For more information on comfortable hotels in the area, click here.
Grand Ole Opry Schedule of Performers for January 8 & 9, 2010
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, January 8 - Order Tickets
- Jason Michael Carroll
- Danny Gokey
- Kyle Petty
- Chris Young
- and more
Saturday January 9 - Order Tickets
- Rodney Crowell
- Chris Young
- and more
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.
Grand Ole Opry Schedule for November 13 & 14
November 12, 2009 by admin
Filed under Grand Ole Opry, VME
Note: The final schedule for the Grand Ole Opry is not released until the Wednesday before each weekend performance. The list of performers is subject to change without notice.
All shows for this weekend will be at the Ryman Auditorium.
Friday, November 13–Buy Tickets
7:00–7:30
Ricky Skaggs
Jean Shepard
The Whites
7:30–8:00
Jimmy Dickens
Connie Smith
Joe Diffie
8:00–8:30
Mike Snider
Jeannie Seely
Jim Ed Brown
Steve Wariner
8:30–9:00
Bill Anderson
The Band Perry
Josh Turner
Saturday, November 14, 7 p.m.–Buy Tickets
7:00–7:30
Jimmy Dickens
Connie Smith
Jim Ed Brown
7:30–8:00
Bill Anderson
Jean Shepard
Mike Snider
Opry Square Dancers
8:00–9:00
Carrie Underwood
Jake Owen
Martina McBride
Rodney Atkins
Saturday, November 14, 9:30 p.m.–Buy Tickets
9:30–10:00
Jimmy Dickens
The Whites
Jack Greene
Martina McBride
10:00–10:30
Mike Snider
Jan Howard
Jimmy C. Newman
Carrie Underwood
10:30–11:00
Jeannie Seely
Jean Shepard
Rodney Atkins
Opry Square Dancers
11:00–11:30
Bill Anderson
Jesse McReynolds & The Virginia Boys
Jake Owen
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.
Experience the Big Screen in Myrtle Beach
Why go to a recently released film at the local megaplex when you can experience interactive media presentations on screens up to 60 feet tall in Myrtle Beach? Myrtle Beach has many options for unique theater experiences that are sure to entertain anyone in your group. From educational films to presentations that test all the senses, you will find several cinema options in Myrtle Beach to enjoy.
For a classic large format movie, the IMAX Theatre Myrtle Beach is sure not to disappoint. The IMAX Myrtle Beach is currently showing Under the Sea, Dinosaurs Alive, Star Trek 3D, and Grand Canyon 2D. During the holiday season, the IMAX will be showing the Polar Express in 3D. The IMAX films are shown on a screen that is 60 feet tall, providing an unbelievable experience as you watch the film unfold before. With the special Hollywood presentations, you can see a popular hit movie in a whole new way.
For a film that moves you in more way than one, Ripleys Moving Theater is an excellent choice for your vacation. Ripleys Moving Theater offers a 4D experience with a 3D large format film and a moving theater that will shake and move you in accordance to the movie, making you feel like you are a part of the action! A 4D experience is loved by all ages, especially children. The current movies showing are Monster Truck and Motion Madness.
After an afternoon experiencing the wonder of large format films, you may have worked up an appetite! Enjoying a meal at the cinema-themed Planet Hollywood restaurant is the perfect way to end your day in Myrtle Beach. At Planet Hollywood, you can revel in the hundreds of artifacts and displays from different movies, TV shows, and Old Hollywood. While you explore all of the movie memorabilia in the restaurant, you can enjoy a delicious meal with your choice of hamburger, pasta, sandwich, or salad entree, and everyone gets ice cream for dessert!
Entertain All the Senses with an IMAX Features in Washington, DC
Washington, DC offers many options for visitors to learn about history, science, and many other educational topics. Furthering their education is not the top priority for many people when they are vacationing, but with an IMAX film, visitors can both learn and have fun at the same time. Visitors of all ages love IMAX films, so everyone is sure to have a great time in Washington, DC!
Hazy Center IMAX at the Steven F. Udyar-Hazy Center
Space buffs will make the Hazy Center IMAX at the Steven F. Udyar-Hazy Center their first choice when it comes to IMAX films. The five story screen at the Hazy Center shows three different films, all somehow related to air and space travel. Films include Roving Mars, Fighter Pilot: Operation Red Flag, and Space Station. Whether feeding a lifelong passion for space travel or wanting to develop an interest for your child, the IMAX films at the Hazy Center are excellent choices.
Einstein Planetarium IMAX at the National Air and Space Museum
At the Einstein Planetarium IMAX at the National Air and Space Museum, visitors have the choice between Infinity Express and The Stars Tonight, Live. Each film will take you to the black expanse of the sky, and The Stars Tonight is led by professional astronomers who will lead your journey through the stars. The National Air and Space Museum is located on the National Mall and is a part of the Smithsonian Institute.
Johnson IMAX at the National Museum of Natural History
Also located on the Mall is the Johnson IMAX at the National Museum of Natural History. The museum itself contains hundreds of artifacts from civilizations past, and the IMAX allows visitors to explore more of the world through the massive screen of the IMAX. The films available at this theater are Into the Deep, an exploration of the ocean; and Wild Safari, A South African Adventure. From the depths of the ocean to the never-ending expanse of the African desert, these films will take you across the world.
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.
See “Music City” Transform into a Winter Wonderland
October 16, 2009 by admin
Filed under Nashville TN, VME
With Halloween not even yet past us, some may think it is too early to plan ahead for a holiday vacation. However, come November, Nashville trades in its boots and spurs for snowflakes and sparkly lights as it prepares for the holiday season. In addition to the already fantastic shows and attractions found in Nashville throughout the year, visitors can experience fun holiday-themed attractions in November and December. The easiest way to plan your holiday vacation in Nashville is by reserving one of these pre-built holiday vacation packages.
Gaylord Opryland Resort Country Christmas
The Gaylord Opryland Hotel is more than just a place to rest your head for the night: the hotel also offers numerous activities and attractions. This package features tickets to ICE! and the Radio City Rockettes, as well as three nights of lodging in Nashville, and visitors also have the option of staying at the Gaylord Opryland, which will give them access to the many attractions, shopping, and dining options in the resort. ICE! is an extreme ice sculpture attraction–you will not see any swans or hearts carved out of ice here! ICE! features over 2 million pounds of crystal clear ice carved into different scenes from a popular Christmas tale. The theme of this year’s ICE! is A Charlie Brown Christmas. The other inclusion in this package is tickets to the Radio City Rockettes, which features the fabulous dancing and high kicks of the legendary Rockettes.
Nashville’s Radio City Rockettes Winter Vacation Package
With two nights of lodging and tickets to the Radio City Rockettes, this package is the perfect choice for a weekend vacation to put you in the holiday spirit. You can choose to stay at the Gaylord Opryland Hotel and get some Christmas shopping done during your trip, or you can pick a hotel in downtown Nashville. This package also includes an evening at the Radio City Christmas Spectacular. This show from the iconic Radio City Music Hall brings the best of holiday music to the stage combined with the fantastic talent of the Radio City Rockettes. The Radio City Christmas Spectacular is sure to bring some holiday cheer to any Scrooge.
If you are looking for additional holiday activities to enjoy in Nashville, the Nashville City Lights Tour and Louise Mandrell’s “Joy To The World” Christmas Dinner & Show are excellent additions to these vacation packages or any trip to Nashville during the holiday season.
