Special Offers Make a Vacation in Branson Affordable and Fun
September 22, 2010 by admin
Filed under Branson MO
If you’ve been feeling a little down about the end of summer, and you need something to cheer you up, you need to stop by Branson for a fun vacation that will take your mind off the changing seasons. Luckily for you, there are some special promotions available to make the vacation as affordable as it is enjoyable!
Start off with one of Branson’s great shows. The Baldknobbers Jamboree Show was the first show to draw visitors to Branson and continues its tradition of excellence today with lighthearted comedy and fantastic country music. Many of the musicians are descendants from the original performers, so they have years of experience in keeping a crowd entertained. You will find that the sparkle that first made the show popular and turned Branson into a tourist attraction remains just as bright today as it was in 1959. The Baldknobbers Jamboree Show is offering a family pass which can be used for 2 adults and up to 4 children at one fantastic price. If you’ve got a large family, the pass is especially useful and helpful to your budget. This promotion is only available for a limited time, so don’t miss your chance to use it and save on your vacation!
With your great savings on the Baldknobbers Jamboree Show, you will be able to go out and have more fun with your family at another of Branson’s great attractions. The Circle B Chuckwagon Supper and Cowboy Music Show is another great show that also offers a family pass for visitors. This family pass is good for 2 adults and up to 3 children and features a fantastic evening of cowboy music and home-style cooking. The show is put on by the Horn family, and you will get to feel like part of the family as you enjoy their pranks, stories, and musical talent. The meal you will be served consists of cowboy favorites like made-from-scratch cornbread muffins, chicken a la range, and Texas-style smoked sausage. This family pass for this dinner and show combination is only available until October 17th, so you’ll have to move fast to take advantage of this savings opportunity!
If you thought your savings ended with the family pass offers, you would be wrong. There is also a special offer on lodging at the Radisson Hotel Branson. This hotel is offering you the chance to stay at the hotel for 3 nights and get 1 night free. This lovely hotel offers you and your family many extra amenities including both indoor and outdoor swimming pools for you to enjoy during your stay. With your savings and the hotel’s location less one mile from both Baldknobbers Jamboree Show and the Circle B Chuckwagon Supper and Cowboy Music Show, you can’t go wrong with the Radisson Hotel Branson. There’s nothing like a fun and affordable vacation to raise your spirits!
Ring in Autumn with the Colors of New England
While autumn paints vibrant views of nature across much of the United States, few areas are as renowned as New England, and with the limited capacity Colors of New England vacation package you will find a conveniently guided getaway to the area that comes complete with 7 nights’ lodging, 10 meals and a variety of experiences ranging from exploring the big city sights of Boston to the Queche Gorge and quaint settings of Vermont.
Best of all, the entire experience is led by a knowledgeable guide to ensure that you and your travel companions are able to kick back, relax and simply enjoy the scenery as it unfolds!
However, Colors of New England is scheduled to depart one day only (October 7) in 2010, so those interested are encouraged to quickly set reservations.
Additionally, you can view both other fall vacations and New England vacations taking place throughout the year online as well!
Enter Spring with California Dreams
Kick off Spring in rejuvenating fashion in 2010 with California Dreamin’, a guided, five day romp through Southern California that features the natural beauty the Pacific Coast is so noted for.
Your journey will begin upon your arrival at the Los Angeles Airport (LAX) with a welcome dinner at the Anaheim White House before retiring to the Knott’s Berry Farm Resort Hotel. Throughout the next four days, you will visit the San Diego Zoo, journey into Palm Springs, cruise to the port city of Avalon on Catalina Island and experience the sights of San Diego.
Upon your return home you are sure to feel rejuvenated by the natural wonders seen and in awe at the man-made accomplishments highlighted through a picturesque look into all sunny Southern California has to offer!
Those interested in being a part of California Dreamin’ are encouraged to view additional information and make reservations online before the only set date of 2010, March 23, sells out.
For those that won’t be able to be a part of California Dreamin’, we encourage you to view other unique spring vacation ideas across the country online.
Enjoy An In-Depth Tour Through The Wild West!
If you’re planning a vacation to the old West, there is so much to see. Everything from the famous Mt Rushmore to the scenic Yellowstone National Park is worth seeing if you’re visiting the area. If you are looking for a way to cover it all in one trip, there is one perfect solution. The Yellowstone & Mt Rushmore guided tour allows you to hit all the sights of the wild West while still enjoying the care-free experience of a vacation.
This 9-day tour begins in Salt Lake City, where you’ll tour Temple Square and enjoy a performance by the Mormon Tabernacle Choir. Enjoy a nice dinner before turning in for the night. Day two is spent traveling through Utah, Idaho, and Wyoming as you make your way to Jackson Hole, Wyoming.
Day three is the time for sightseeing as you tour Jackson Hole and the Grand Tetons National Park on your way into Yellowstone, where you’ll be staying for the next two nights. On the fourth day of the tour, you will explore Yellowstone National Park. Within the park you’ll see native wildlife, including elk, bison, and bears. You’ll also see Old Faithful geyser and the Grand Canyon of the Yellowstone.
On the fifth day, you’ll travel from Jackson Hole to Cody, Wyoming, where you’ll explore the Buffalo Bill Historical Museum before crossing the Big Horn Mountains into Sheridan, Wyoming to spend the night. After a night in Sheridan, you’ll head into the Black Hills. During the trip, you’ll visit the Little Big Horn Battlefield, home of General Custer’s last stand, and the historic town of Deadwood. Following a long day of traveling, you’ll spend the night in Rapid City, South Dakota.
Beginning on the seventh day, you’ll visit the Black Hills, Crazy Horse Memorial, and Mt Rushmore. You’ll get the chance to tour Mt Rushmore twice, one during the day and once after sunset. On the morning of day eight, you’ll head west. Along the way you’ll visit Hot Springs, SD and Fort Laramie, Wyoming, which is a restored western outpost. You’ll spend the night in Cheyenne, Wyoming and enjoy a farewell dinner.
On the ninth and final day of the tour, you’ll head into Denver, Colorado. Upon arrival in Denver you will be free to head home with a suitcase full of memories.
If you would like to learn more about the Yellowstone & Mt Rushmore guided tour, or to reserve this tour, please visit the Yellowstone & Mt Rushmore page.
Vacation Packages Make Traveling To Myrtle Beach Easy!
If you’re looking for a way to get to Myrtle Beach that takes care of everything but your transportation, you’re in luck. At Vacations Made Easy, we like to make things simple for our customers so we’ve created three vacation packages that cover just about everything you’d need for a fun-filled vacation. Check them out!
If you’re just looking for a weekend to recharge your batteries, this is the perfect choice. The trip includes a meal and VIP treatment at the Hard Rock Cafe and admission to Ripley’s aquarium. Spend the day absorbing the serenity of the aquarium and the relaxed feel of Myrtle Beach. In the evening, enjoy the two nights hotel accommodations in the Myrtle Beach area.
Myrtle Beach Honeymoon / Anniversary Getaway
Another wonderful option for a weekend trip is the Myrtle Beach Honeymoon / Anniversary Getaway. This trip also includes two nights lodging in the Myrtle Beach area. During the trip, enjoy the sights of Myrtle Beach during the day and take in a show in the evening. This trip includes tickets to ‘One The Show’ for you to enjoy during your trip. You also get a meal and the VIP treatment at the Hard Rock Cafe.
If you’re looking for that perfect family vacation, consider the Myrtle Beach Family Vacation package. The trip includes three nights accommodations in the Myrtle Beach area. You’re family will also enjoy admission to Ripley’s Aquarium and Ripley’s Believe It or Not! Museum, as well as tickets to Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede. Be sure to leave time to savor the meal and VIP treatment included with the package price.
Sample a Taste of Southern History in Chattanooga
The Chattanooga, Tennessee area is full of history, ranging from the time the region was settled to the Civil War to the depression-era building of the region. Whether you are visiting Chattanooga on a day trip or extended vacation, add some of these historical sites to your trip to better understand the rich history behind Chattanooga and Tennessee.
Sequoyah Caverns Tour with Visit to Ellis Homestead
The Ellis Homestead is over 160 years old, so it has seen its fair share of Chattanooga history. With the Sequoyah Caverns Tour with Visit to Ellis Homestead, you can experience both the legendary homestead along with some of the oldest caves in Chattanooga. During this activity, you will get to explore the caverns as well as Ellis Homestead, which contains a 160 year old cabin. At the homestead, you will also be able to participate in gem mining and wildlife watching.
While you are in Chattanooga, you must stop by the legendary Chattanooga Choo Choo complex on historic Market Street. This historic building contains the Chattanooga Choo Choo engine, a model railroad museum, and fascinating architecture. At the Chattanooga Choo Choo, you will also find many places to eat and shop, making it a fun family destination perfect for an afternoon that offers history as well as entertainment.
Chattanooga Regional History Museum
Chattanooga is also home to many interesting museums that commemorate the history of the museum. At the Chattanooga Regional History Museum, you can explore decades of years of history of the Chattanooga area. The museum contains exhibits and artifacts on Chattanooga’s role in the Civil War, daily life from the 1920s to 50s, and the work of Chattanooga artists. Offering a fascinating look at Chattanooga’s history, this museum is a great activity for families and visitors who have never been to Chattanooga before.
Celebrate 2010 with a New Year’s Vacation in Nashville
December 17, 2009 by admin
Filed under Nashville TN, VME
Spend the New Year in style when you enjoy a New Year’s vacation in Nashville. We understand that after the hectic weeks of the holiday season, the last thing you want to do is take the time to plan a vacation, so we have a New Year’s Eve package ready to go for you.
The New Year’s in Nashville vacation package offers a fun and relaxing Nashville experience. The package includes four nights of lodging at the Gaylord Opryland Resort, which is practically a destination in itself. For your convenience, this package contains two breakfasts, two dinners, one lunch, and on brunch, as well as many activities.
The package kicks off with an evening spent at your leisure at the Gaylord Opryland. After you get settled in your room, you can explore the resort property, which contains shops, a river boat cruise, lounges, and restaurants. On New Year’s Eve, you will join other visitors for a party at the Gaylord Opryland in the Grand Ballroom. The evening’s festivities include a catered dinner with wine and champagne, party favors, and live entertainment. After the excitement of New Year’s Eve, you will have New Year’s Day to rest, wake up to a late brunch, and then board the General Jackson showboat dinner cruise for another great meal with live entertainment. On the next day of this vacation, you will enjoy a guided tour of Nashville complete with a visit to the Country Music Hall of Fame and lunch at the Wild Horse Saloon. That evening, you will enjoy a performance at Nashville’s legendary Grand Ole Opry.
Complete with a variety of live entertainment, a memorable New Year’s Eve party, and a fantastic time at the Gaylord Opryland, this package contains everything you need for a spectacular New Year’s vacation.
If you would like to plan your own New Year’s vacation or just find something fun to do that weekend, you can easily build your own package or find activities online. Most of the holiday shows will be over, but Nashville still has plenty to offer visitors. Some of the activities available during the long weekend include the General Jackson New Year’s Eve cruise, ICE! at the Gaylord Opryland, and the Grand Ole Opry.
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.
2010 Travel Ideas – New Attractions Across the Country
While holiday travel is still alive and well around the country, the time is quickly coming to place focus on where to go and what to do in 2010, and Vacations Made Easy is here to help! From unique additions and minor changes to some of your favorite, long-standing vacation options to completely new attractions and shows, we are highlighting some of the more notable additions throughout the country to give you a head start on planning a refreshing family getaway for 2010!
Beginning in Branson, Silver Dollar City will be paying homage to home state literary hero and providing its guests with yet another way to experience the culture of the Ozarks through interactive fun with Tom & Huck’s River Blast. The initial concept for this unique ride attraction features guests armed with water guns taking a leisurely raft ride as they battle other guests armed with water guns positioned at numerous points along the ride with various other water-themed activities featured near the ride. The ride is still in construction, but even the concept alone sounds more than promising.
Those looking for something entirely new to do in the Branson area will find another adventurous option in Branson Zipline and Canopy Tours. As the first attraction of its kind in Branson, this unique ecological attraction is shaping up to set the bar in terms of outdoor Branson activity. Set to open in the spring of 2010, Branson Zipline and Canopy Tours will offer a thrilling zipline experience over the Ozarks hills while simultaneously providing interesting ecological information on the area flora and fauna.
In Lancaster, the popular Sight & Sound Theatre will be presenting an all new play to area visitors: Joseph. This exciting re-telling of Joseph and the coat of many colors looks to present this classic tale as only Sight & Sound can with massive casts, intricate set design, vivid costumes and special effects bringing the story to life!
Music City visitors can expect an extension on some of the already great events and attractions previously featured in Nashville, offering guests a second chance to experience the heart and soul of country music. In particular, we are talking about the Country Music Hall of Fame and the unbelievably successful CMA Music Festival Fan Fair.
At the Country Music Hall of Fame, they have extended the special exhibit Family Traditions: The Williams Family Legacy to run through the entirety of 2010, keeping the talents and tales of the legendary Williams Family alive in well in the memories of country music fans.
As for the CMA Music Festival Fan Fair, it will provide a showcase for country legends, current super stars and rising talent, and is annually considered the single greatest country music festival in the world.
Whether hoping to experience some of the hottest annual celebrations in the nation or wanting an entirely new experience, these popular ideas should provide great starting points for planning a refreshing getaway in 2010!
Celebrate 75 Years of Elvis in Memphis
The new year marks the 75th anniversary of Elvis Presley, one of America’s most iconic performers. Each year, thousands of fans convene in Memphis to celebrate Elvis’ birthday, and with this year being his 75th birthday, the celebration will be big! From visiting his birthplace in Tupelo to touring the Graceland mansion, true fans should not miss Memphis during Elvis’s birthday. The birthday celebration takes place from Thursday, January 7 to Saturday, January 10.
Elvis’ real date of birth was January 8, 1935 in Tupelo, Mississippi. At just a short drive from Memphis, Tupelo is a must-see for visitors celebrating the life and birthday of Elvis. In Tupelo, you can see the house where Elvis was born and lived during his childhood. The modest two-room house is part of the Elvis Presley Park, which includes a museum as well as memorial chapel and Elvis statue.
To get the full Elvis experience during the birthday celebration in Memphis, check out Elvis Presley’s Graceland Memphis Vacation Package. With four nights of lodging, you will have more than enough time to visit the activities included in the package as well as take part in the special events, concerts, and gatherings happening all over Memphis during the weekend. This vacation package includes the Graceland Platinum Experience Tour, which provides the ultimate Elvis experience. Included in the tour is admission to the Graceland Mansion, the Sincerely Elvis museum, Elvis Presley Automobile Museum, Elvis Presley’s airplanes, and an audio tour that you can enjoy at your leisure. In addition, you will see Elvis’ final resting place in the Meditation Garden.
The other activity included in this package is a Sun Studio Guided Tour. Sun Studio is where Elvis cut his first records. The Sun Studio museum houses many Elvis artifacts, including a microphone he once used during recording. In addition, Sun Studio was home to many other famous musicians, including Jerry Lee Lewis and Johnny Cash. At the Sun Studio, you will get a real look into the early rock and roll music scene in Memphis that Elvis help start.
