This July 19 Memphis will host the Blues on the Bluff. The festival is set to be held on the bluffs along the Mississippi River, and will offer a festive time that puts Memphis’ two biggest draws in the spotlight: barbecue and blues music. Blues on the Bluff is set to showcase numerous local legends including The Bo-Keys, Kenny Brown Band, Robert “Wolfman” Belfour, and Blind Mississippi Morris & The Pocket Rockets. From enjoying the taste of authentic Memphis barbecue and sounds of home-grown blues to immersing yourself in the beautiful scene of the Mississippi River, there’s no better way to enjoy the blues in Memphis this summer than with Blues on the Bluff.

Those interested in attending the event can find numerous lodging options throughout Memphis, TN online.

Of course, if you’re a fan of music you’re sure to find much more than Blues on the Bluff to fill your time in Memphis. Located directly in Memphis, visitors will find the historic Sun Studio open to visitors! Sun Studio is well-noted for the numerous recordings Elvis Presley made in the tiny studio throughout the 50’s, though Elvis is far from the only household name to have graced the legendary Sun Studios. From Johnny Cash, Roy Orbison and BB King to newer acts such as U2, Tom Petty and Def Leppard, Sun Studio defined an era throughout the 50’s and 60’s, and has continued to bring in star talent to this day.

Another great way to uncover the musical heritage of Memphis is through the extremely unique Memphis Mojo Tour. You’ll ride in a vintage 50’s bus as you discover the gems of Memphis including Beale Street, Sun Studio, Stax Museum and much more. And the best part is that you’re tour will be guided by an authentic local musician! From gaining insight into the sites of Memphis from a true local with a passion for the music scene to simply exploring all the Memphis music scene has to offer, you’re sure to have a unique experience with the Memphis Mojo Tour.

The Grand Canyon area is home to an astounding array of beauty and wonder that can turn any vacation into a veritable adventure. However, along with ancient views of the geological world, travelers can also find a vibrant view of the area’s ancient culture as well. The native beliefs of the Southwest may have dwindled over the years, but there are certainly still a number of both remnants and living societies that are more than happy to share what they have to offer. From exploring ancient petroglyphs and cave paintings to visiting Havasupai villages, you can travel into prevailing customs of the past with a visit to the Grand Canyon.

Indian Painting Safari Jeep Tour

The Indian Painting Safari Jeep Tour takes travelers through Kaibab National Forest and explorers the many stories, art and mere markings left behind. Throughout the tour you’ll learn of a variety of ancient peoples that inhabited the Grand Canyon area, and the meanings behind the many pictures they left behind. Of course, being in the Kaibab National Forest you’ll also be greeted with a wide scope of natural beauty and area wildlife for a complete look into both the past and present of the Grand Canyon.

Havasupai Heli-Hiking Day

Turning from the past of the Grand Canyon’s ancient cultures into how these cultures are faring in the present, the Havasupai Heli-Hiking Day offers a wondrous look at the Grand Canyon complete with a visit to Havasupai Indian village located in the Grand Canyon. You’ll travel by helicopter to the Canyon itself where you’ll descend 4,000 feet into the Havasupai village. Once at the village, you’ll have the ability to browse various crafts, mingle with the locals or even explore the Canyon itself more in depth. More than simply experiencing the Grand Canyon, the Havasupai Heli-Hiking Day offers a glimpse into both the Grand Canyon and its culture.

“The Shag” may not be at the forefront of popular culture anymore, but this energetic dance number is far from dead! In fact, Yorktown, near Williamsburg, is holding an entire celebration to the dance phenomenon with Shagging on the Riverwalk. Held every Friday from July 20th through August 17th, Shagging on the Riverwalk offers live concerts featuring a variety of beach music, as well as the chance to get out and shag to your heart’s content. Whether reliving the summer days of your teenage years or discovering this once popular craze for the first time, Shagging on the Riverwalk is a family event that can offer great times for all generations.

Of course, Shagging on the Riverwalk is far from the only trip back in time that you’ll find when visiting the Williamsburg area. In fact, Williamsburg itself can transport travelers to the 18th century with Colonial Williamsburg. This popular historical attraction offers an entire village comprised of the architecture, culture and atmosphere of the 18th century through a variety of unique exhibits and reenactments. From touring plantation settings to witnessing authentic craftsmen at work, you’ll find an immersive experience with all the details covered when visiting Colonial Williamsburg.

While most travelers may not place emphasis on their dining options when planning a vacation it is something you’re going to have to do, so you might as well make it fun. And whether you’re looking for an interesting, laid back area to enjoy a great meal and conversation with your friends and family or an encompassing time of dining and entertainment, the Myrtle Beach area offers more than a few selections that are sure to turn your meals into the highlight of your vacation. Below, we’ve featured a few of the options available in the area to help get you started on planning your next vacation to coast of South Carolina.

Planet Hollywood

At Planet Hollywood Myrtle Beach visitors will find a superstar atmosphere surrounded by movie magic and memorabilia. Pacific coast style is definitely featured inside this Atlantic attraction, offering a trendy scene that will amaze with its flash along. Of course, true movie buffs will be more impressed by the wide range of authentic movie props showcased throughout the restaurant, including Dorothy’s dress from the Wizard of Oz. Whether you’re looking for a happening scene, interesting dining atmosphere or simply great food, the Planet Hollywood should exceed expectations on all three fronts.

Hard Rock Café

Turning attention from film to music, the Hard Rock Café is another great dining option in Myrtle Beach that can provide visitors with much more than a filling meal. Featuring an Egyptian atmosphere, you’ll be greeted upon your visit by a sprawling pyramid structure with sphinx guarding each side of the entrance. Of course, inside you’ll find remnants of classic American music for a setting that any music buff will drool over. From memorabilia from Aerosmith and Guns n Roses, The Who and Frank Zappa to exhibits highlighting Johnny Cash and Elvis Presley, there’s something for nearly every music lover at the Hard Rock Café Myrtle Beach.

Dinner Shows

If you’re looking for a more complete time of entertainment during your dining in Myrtle Beach, then perhaps a dinner show is just what you’re looking for. Both Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament and Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede call Myrtle Beach home, and each offer a unique experience and filling meal. With Medieval Times guests will travel to a time of chivalrous knights and stately kings as a jousting competition entertains during your royal dinner. At Dixie Stampede, the Civil War will be at the forefront as the North and South battle it out in a series of races and equestrian arts. And while each offers a completely different scenario, quality entertainment and filling food are slated for both shows.

Due to its shear size and non-stop environment, it can be nearly impossible to take in all that New York City has to offer in just one visit. Even just exploring one of the five boroughs can be a daunting task in one outing. However, things can be made easier on New York City visitors with one simple solution: a multi-activity pass. With just one pass you’ll have in your hands admission to numerous top attractions, sightseeing tours and more throughout the Big Apple. From the huge savings you’ll find to the ease offered by pointing you in the right direction in regards to a complete vacation, there are numerous advantages to using a multi-activity pass. Below, we’ve highlighted a few of the different options offered in the New York City area to help you decide which pass will be best suite your individual needs.

The New York Pass

The New York Pass offers admission to over 40 attractions throughout New York City and can be purchased in 1, 2, 3, or 7 day increments to ensure you’ll find just the right amount of time you’re looking for. The American Museum of Natural History, Brooklyn Zoo, Circle Line Sightseeing Cruises, Madame Tussaud’s Wax Museum are just a few of the many popular attractions offered with the pass; though aside from admission to 40 different attractions, you’ll also find savings on a number of other activities and a 152-page guidebook on all that is offered with the card.

New York City Explorer Pass

If admission to 40 different attractions seems to daunting a task for your next visit to New York City, then perhaps the New York City Explorer Pass is more what you’re looking for. With this unique pass you’ll be able to choose 5 activities to take part in from a list of a dozen options. Activities including Top of the Rock Observation Deck and Museum of Modern Art round out attractions and museums offered, while you’ll have eight different cruises and tours to choose form to help you see the sights of the city.

CityPass

Much like the New York City Explorer Pass, the New York CityPass tones down the shear number of attractions offered while still keeping the quality up for those that simply won’t have the time to visit dozens of activities during their visit. With the CityPass you’ll have admission to the Empire State Building Observatory & Audio Tour, Guggenheim Museum, American Museum of Natural History, Museum of Modern Art and a 2 hour Circle Line Harbor Cruise.

When traveling to The Windy City you will quickly find that there is more than enough to offer an entertaining stay whether visiting for a weekend or entire week. In fact, with so much to see and do your major problem may lie in successfully planning an itinerary of your time. Thankfully, things can be made simple with the help of a multi-attraction pass. Offering everything from packaged admission to some of Chicago’s most popular activities and attractions to informative guide books that can easily translate Chicago’s city streets, a multi-attraction pass may be just the thing for those that don’t know exactly what they’d like to do while in Chicago, but want to do it all.

Go Chicago Card

The Go Chicago Card is an encompassing pass that covers 25 activities and attractions in the Chicago area. Ranging from museum admission to sightseeing tours, the Go Chicago Card includes admission to such popular offerings as Gray Line Grand Chicago Tour, The Art Institute of Chicago, Adler Planetarium, Shedd Aquarium, Navy Pier attractions and more! Aside from admission to 25 Chicago attractions, the Go Chicago Card also offers savings ranging from 10% to 20% at area restaurants and retailers. And best of all, the Go Chicago Card can be purchased in 1, 2, 3, 5, or 7 day increments to ensure your Go Chicago Card experience perfectly fits your vacation plans.

CityPass

If you’ll only have so much time for sightseeing, but would like to hit all the major points, then the CityPass may be your best bet when visiting Chicago. With the CityPass you’ll have access to The Field Museum, Museum of Science & Industry, Adler Planetarium, Shedd Aquarium, and Hancock Observatory & Sky Tour over the course of 9 days. Along with the actual pass, you’ll also receive a helpful booklet that contains vital information on each attraction such as hours of operation, transportation advice and contact information.

Celebrate this 4th of July in revelry and surrounded by a decidedly Memphis feel with the Beale Street 4th of July! Held at Tom Lee Park, where Beale Street meets the Mississippi River, Memphis’ Beale Street 4th of July has all the ingredients for a great Memphis vacation and great times. Throughout the day, visitors will find a variety of cuisine, including Memphis’ famous ribs, along Beale Street with live music flooding Tom Lee Park. Of course, as dusk approaches the traditional sights and sounds of Memphis will give way to a fireworks grand finale that will both inspire and amaze. There’s always a party taking place on Beale Street, but during the 4th travelers will find an unbridled celebration of American independence.

While on Beale Street, you’ll definitely want to take in some authentic Memphis cuisine, and the Blues City Cafe can offer just such an experience with its pull-from-the-bone ribs, savory fried catfish and other Memphis favorites. Having been featured in major motion pictures including The Firm, let the Blues City Cafe also make a memorable appearance in your vacation memories as well during the Beale Street 4th of July.

And for those that want to do more than merely hear the sounds of Memphis during their visit, the Memphis Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum can help by providing an detailed look into Memphis’ music history. As part of the Smithsonian Institute, you’ll already find the Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum to be a credible source before even stepping foot inside. And once inside you’ll find seven galleries that run through everything from the music itself to the social and racial boundaries it broke.

While Williamsburg is generally regarded as a link to our nation’s past with attractions that include Colonial Williamsburg, Yorktown and Jamestown, the area can also provide a pristine, present day view of the East coast that is equally as impressive as the old world charm it is noted for. From merely admiring the beautiful countryside to exploring state-of-the-art attractions, there’s plenty for the modern day traveler to enjoy in Williamsburg.

Williamsburg Winery Reserve Tour & Tasting

The Williamsburg Winery may be steeped in the old world feel that Williamsburg is best known for, but has carried great wine right into the 21st century. The 320 acre vineyard produces a variety of wines including Chardonnay, Cabernet, Sauvignon, Seyval, Merlot and Vidal for an extensive look at wine and wine production. From visiting the vineyards to the reserve cellars, visiting the Williamsburg Winery offers a unique look into how classic practices have carried into modern times.

Spirit of Norfolk Dinner Cruise

The Spirit of Norfolk Dinner Cruise offers an elegant evening of dining, entertainment and dancing in nearby Norfolk. You’ll cruise the Elizabeth River and Hampton Roads Harbor along your night on the water for the ability to take in a touch of sightseeing as well. A buffet including beef, poultry, seafood, vegetables, salads and deserts offer a delicious spread for dinner, while you’ll be treated to both a live musical revue and the chance to get on your feet with a live DJ afterwards.

Virginia Living Museum

Showcasing a 300,000 gallon aquarium, ¾ mile habitat trail featuring animals in their natural environment, hands-on opportunities and six planetarium shows, the Virginia Living Museum is a truly modern wildlife experience. You’ll be able to experience a wide breadth of both land and sea animals throughout the modern attraction that has been considered part aquarium, science center, aviary, botanical preserve and planetarium. If you have even a minute interest in the world around us, then the Virginia Living Museum is sure to offer a time of intrigue and education.

Whether you sport a brand new Mustang GT, custom-built 86′ hatchback or are merely a fan of the popular Ford product, Myrtle Beach will be the place to be the week of July 22. For an entire week the Myrtle Beach area will be holding its annual Mustang Week complete with social events, drag races, cruises and car shows. The event typically draws hundreds of participants with thousands of spectators also coming out to share in the week’s events. More than just another car show, the Myrtle Beach Mustang Week is a gathering of like-minded connoisseurs.

Those planning on visiting the event for an entire week will find it to be the perfect opportunity for a full-blown vacation. And with our extensive selection of vacation packages and the option to completely customize your Myrtle Beach experience, you’re sure to find an outing just right for you.

But even if a planned vacation and the activities of Mustang Week are just too much to fit into the schedule, there are still a variety of options for at least one night of entertainment. Complete with encompassing dinner shows including Dolly Parton’s Dixie Stampede and Medieval Times Dinner & Tournament, unique live shows such as The Carolina Opry and Le Grand Cirque, and numerous general activities, there’s sure to be something to ensure that you’re never left with a want of something to do.

The Big Apple is a non-stop city where people tend to live life fast. And while even just walking the streets of New York City can be an adventurous experience, there are a few ways to see the sights of NYC that can live up to the legendary style of the city itself by offering fast-paced action and larger-than-life settings. From speeding across the waterways of the five boroughs to catching an eagle-eye view of the metropolis, we’ve featured a variety of ways to make your method of touring New York City every bit as memorable as the city itself.

Speedboat Rides

When you jump aboard a boat named “The Beast” and are greeted by captains with names such as “Mad Dog” and “Wild Thing,” you know you’re not in store for the typical tour. Along this trip you’ll cruise at speeds approaching 45 mph as you explore the sights of Manhattan Island. And while it may be hard to catch all of the sights during this wild, and sometimes wet, ride, the tour will slow down at stops such as the Statue of Liberty to ensure that you don’t miss out on any of the major landmarks. Inject a touch of attitude into your next NYC outing with a speedboat ride aboard “The Beast.”

Helicopter Rides

Due to the sheer size of New York and its scaling skyscraper, a helicopter tour over the city is a great way to catch a full view of the city structure. From flying just above the Empire State Building to circling Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty, you’ll see each landmark in an entirely new light. Whether you’re looking for a romantic evening, afternoon family activity or merely a quick overview of New York City, you’ll also find a variety of different tours to offer the perfect scenario as well.

On Location Tours Featuring Sopranos Sites

The classic HBO masterpiece may have come to its conclusion, but the drama and intensity of The Sopranos still lives on in the hearts’ of countless fans. And with an On Location Tours you can relive all of the action of The Sopranos in person! From having a quick drink at the Bada Bing to investigating the scene where Chris was shot, you’ll actually become a part of the Sopranos mythos during this one of a kind experience. Whether a fan of The Sopranos or even general Mafioso motifs, On Location Tours Featuring Sopranos Sites is definitely a unique way to explore the New York area.