New and Exciting Tour Opportunities for Nashville, TN

No city does sightseeing like the city of Nashville, TN. The city has outdone itself this time with some of its new tours and established tours with new features. Three of these tours are already becoming popular with their unique opportunities for sightseeing, shopping, and historic information.

The Taste of Franklin is one of the new tours. This tour is a fantastic opportunity to get to know the charming town just outside of Nashville, TN. The historic town was once the battle site of the Battle of Franklin. Today, the town features wonderful little boutiques and antique stores for guests to browse through. While in Franklin, you will visit Henpeck Market. Henpeck Market has been featured three times in Southern Living magazine, so be prepared for the special treat you receive in visiting the marketplace. Your Taste of Franklin experience in concluded with a visit to the Arrington Vineyards. This award winning vineyard will open its doors to you for a tasting and some information on the wine making techniques used at the vineyard.

Another thrilling tour in Nashville, TN is the Fontanel Mansion Tour. This tour will lead you through the mansion formerly owned by Barbara Mandrell. The gorgeous mansion has over 20 rooms, 13 bathrooms, five fireplaces, and is located in a prime area near downtown Nashville. It’s the perfect home for any star, and is incredibly exciting for visitors as they are allowed to not only see the mansion, but they are also allowed to relax in the mansion. Sink into an easy chair, or feel free to turn on a lamp. It’s a great way to see how a star lives.

The final new tour you can’t skip during your vacation in Nashville is the Nashville Nights and Lights tour. This tour takes you out for a night on the town in Nashville. See the glitter of the city lights from a comfortable tour bus. Your tour includes sights of places like the Historic Riverfront Park, Ryman Auditorium, and the Country Music Hall of Fame. You won’t miss any of the most exciting hotspots in Nashville with this tour.

Unique Memphis Tours

Many cities offer tours, but do they offer three different ways of touring the city? Memphis, TN does. You can explore the city by walking, bus, or boat. Each offers a unique view of Memphis that the other doesn’t offer. Make your time in Memphis count with these three tours.

Memphis Ghost Walking Tour

Chills and thrills await you on this eerie tour of the city. Stories from the past are told to you by a guide as you walk the streets of the city. Visit the Orpheum Theater where the ghost of a little girl is rumored to torment the actors with her tricks. See W C Handy Park off of Beale Street where many claim spirits linger to this day. The guide has stories and venues that will have you wondering if perhaps ghosts are real.

Memphis Mojo Tour

Get a musical tour of the city with the Memphis Mojo Tour. A local musician will lead you through the city and tell you about the various famous venues and past musicians who helped make Memphis “Music City.” Your favorite part of the tour may just be the music on the bus. Bongos, shakers, and other instruments are built into the bus, so you can make some music along the way.

Memphis Riverboats Sightseeing and Dinner Cruises

The Memphis Riverboats cruises give you a chance to relax while you see the sights. Cruise along the mighty Mississippi River and see some of the beautiful bluffs, the Memphis Pyramid, Mud Island River Park, and other fascinating sights. The sightseeing cruise will give you some history of Memphis. You can even choose to have dinner as a part of your cruise experience.

Exciting Tours of 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.

Nashville, TN Offers More than Just Great Music

Discover the diversity of Nashville, TN with some of the great tours that Nashville has to offer. Everyone is aware of the great music Nashville has been dubbed Music City for, but not everyone considers how complex and diverse a part in American history Nashville has and how many stars Nashville is home to.

When you go to Nashville, take a historic tour of the city with the Historic Tennessee Tour. You will be taken back in time with a visit to a Southern plantation. On this tour, you will learn about the role of Tennessee in the Civil War, the horse racing that Tennessee is legendary for, and what life on the plantation was like. It’s a great tour for people of all ages to enjoy while they are in Nashville.

See the incredible homes of the stars with the Homes of the Stars Tour while you’re in Tennessee. You may be surprised to learn which stars live in Tennessee in gorgeous mansions year-round. Take your camera with you because if you’re lucky, you may see a star taking a walk or relaxing outdoors. It’s a fun tour that will show you many of the stars who have play at the Grand Ole Opry. Of course, you will have to take in a show at the Grand Ole Opry while you’re in Nashville to get the whole experience!

Four Exciting Ways to Explore San Antonio, TX

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.

Let Springfest Put a Spring in Your Step in Gatlinburg, TN

When Springfest comes to Gatlinburg, TN the city bursts into bloom. From March 15th to June 5th, the city is filled with flowering plants, shrubs, and floral arrangements. Springfest isn’t just about the flowers though, it is also a cultural festival in which artisans come to display their creations to the public for sale and for show.  There will also be live music performed in the streets to entertain and delight both the citizens of Gatlinburg and the visitors. 

Don’t forget the other great things Gatlinburg has to offer in the excitement over Springfest. Gatlinburg also offers great entertainment with activities like the Gatlinburg Sky Lift. A panoramic view of downtown Gatlinburg would be amazing at any time but it will be especially amazing during Springfest as it will provide an excellent view of all the activities in town. The sky lift will also offer views of the mountainous region around Gatlinburg that are sure to be unforgettable. 

While you’re in Gatlinburg make sure you really get a taste of the great outdoors with an adventure like the Nantahala River Rafting Tour. On the river rafting tour, you’ll get to experience the scenery of the area as well as the exhilaration of some rapids. If you’d prefer not to get wet, then another great outdoors activity is the Parrot Mountain and Tropical Bird Sanctuary. See exotic birds and even feed some of them. It’s a great treat for the whole family.

Memorial Day Parade in Washington DC Pays Fitting Tribute to Fallen Soldiers

Memorial Day is a time where people have honored soldiers who died in the service since the Civil War. This year, what better place to pay tribute than Washington DC? On May 31st, Washington DC will be holding a parade that starts at 2 pm to give a salute to the veterans of war.  There will be talented marching bands, magnificent floats, and much more. In addition to the parade, there will also be a Memorial Day Concert on the West Lawn of the U.S. Capitol. 

With so much patriotism in the air, who could resist visiting several of the landmarks and historic sights in Washington DC? Take the Gettysburg Tour and see where the Gettysburg Address was given by Abraham Lincoln along with several other stops where you will see an entire history of the Battle of Gettysburg. 

For a more physically active approach to seeing the history of Washington DC take the Bike and Roll Bicycle Rental which allows you to bike past things like The Reflecting Pool and the White House. It’s a great way to avoid expensive taxi rides and be active in your role of deciding where to go and how long to stay at the different historical hotspots. Or take the Bike the Sites Guided Bike Tour of Washington DC which has the benefit of a guide who can answer questions and tell you the fun facts about Washington DC.

Tracing Night by Ed Pien Brings Artistic Flavor to Vancouver

Ed Pien is taking Vancouver by storm with his revolutionary work called Tracing Night. The showing of his work began February 4th and continues through April 11th in a breathtaking display of the very essence of night. Pein’s work has been displayed nationally and internationally for years, and his newest work is as unusual as it is incredible. Built in a labyrinth style, it is a collection of art that viewers are allowed to walk through to explore the layers of artwork inspired by Chinese and Inuit beliefs. The portrayal of nature and beliefs is sure to stir the imagination. 

If you enjoy nature, then you will want to continue the exploration of nature with the Victoria and Butchart Gardens Tour. The gardens are located in the capital city and are a stunning display of all nature has to offer and although they are not on a canvas or any other medium, the gardens really are a work of art. There are well over 5,000 different types of plants to delight your senses. 

Continue your exploration of nature with the wildlife that Vancouver has to offer. See the whales in the All Day Victoria and Whales Experience. A team of marine biologists lead this tour, so all questions anyone may have about the amazing creatures are certain to be answered by a knowledgeable crew member. Once you’ve seen the whales, the gardens, and the artwork, you may be surprised Vancouver still has more to offer. Make sure you don’t miss a thing with the Vancouver Highlights Tour.

North America Country Music Association, International’s Country Music Week Begins in Pigeon Forge, TN

Country music fans everywhere anticipate the North America Annual Country Music Week in Pigeon Forge, Tennessee. This event, also known as the NACMAI, begins on March 8th and continues until March 14th. Bluegrass, gospel, and all other forms of country music will be at the event, so no country music fan will be left out. This also includes all fans interested in memorabilia showcases that will allow them to enjoy music from the past as well as current music.

All of this takes place at the Country Tonight Theater. For an entire week, this show is free to the public, but if you want to go any other time a fee is included. It’s an enjoyable event that is appropriate for all ages. Another event in the area going on at the same time is A Mountain Quiltfest, another annual event where over 20,000 quilters gather for workshops and classes at the Smoky Mountain Convention Center.

In addition to any events going on in the area, there are always many other things to do and see in a place like Pigeon Forge. Activities like the Smoky Mountain Picnic and Romantic Carriage Rides are available if one is interested in seeing the scenery the area offers with their family or significant other. For those interested in a bird’s eye view, there is breathtaking scenery from the view of a helicopter on the Helicopter Rides in the Smokies.

DC Independent Film Festival Highlights a Creative Spark Within the Film Industry

The DC Independent Film Festival is once again returning to Washington DC this March 4 through 14, offering visitors a varied time of independent cinema replete of the stagnation and conformity of Hollywood! Aside from debuting films from some of the most creative minds currently in the film industry, the DC Independent Film Festival also features seminars on a variety of topics including music within film.

Those interested in being a part of the DC Independent Film Festival are encouraged to learn more and find lodging in the DC area online.

While the DC Independent Film Festival is definitely geared towards films that bring a strong artistic perspective to film, that doesn’t mean you can’t enjoy the best of both worlds. A fan of movies is a fan of movies, and while visiting the area for the DC Independent Film Festival, you can compliment your experience with the On Location Tours Featuring Washington DC TV and Movie Sites. This unique tour will provide a view of DC as seen from popular shows and movies including The Godfather 2, The Exorcist, Thank You For Smoking, X Files and more.

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