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June 29 - July 9, 2021 Scotland & Northern Ireland JUNE 29 - JULY 9, 2021 with host KURT PEGLER, WMBD/WYZZ Sports Director Inveraray Castle Causeway Coastal Route Derry Walls & Guild Hall Discover the iconic ancestral home of Scottish Explore the eastern coast of Northern Ireland The historic Guildhall is one of Derry’s Campbell Clan’s Chief, the Duke of Argyll. known for its mythical stories, rugged most recognizable landmarks, located coastline, and grazing sheep. in the heart of the city since 1890. Scotland & Northern Ireland JUNE 29 - JULY 9, 2021 Additional dates may be available Experience the scenery, folklore, and distinct cultures of the people of Kurt Pegler the Scotland and Ireland. Kurt worked at Northern Ireland’s majestic coast this which dates from the 9th century. WMBD 31 as a morning and discover the beauty of Later, learn how Irish whiskey is DAY 1: SCOTLAND BOUND DAY 3: INVERARAY CASTLE DAY 5: FERRY TO BELFAST college intern Giant’s Causeway. This UNESCO made at the Slane Whiskey Distillery We begin with an overnight flight & LOCH LOMOND We bid goodbye to Scotland today from Illinois State World Heritage Site and unique located in the old stables of Slane across the pond to Scotland. Today we leave the bustle of and board an impressive Superferry University in geological wonder offers unmatched Castle, nestled on the banks of Glasgow for the scenic splendor of for a pleasant trip to Northern 1987. Three landscapes and surreal views. This the Dunboyne River. After the tour, DAY 2: GLASGOW Inveraray. Overlooking Loch Fyne Ireland. The Cairnryan Superferry years later, he afternoon, we arrive in the walled-city enjoy a taste of the “water of life” This morning we enjoy a city tour and nestled among gorgeous gardens offers unmatched beauty as we cross was hired as a of Derry and tour its iconic Guild that has kept Irishmen warm and featuring the highlights of Scotland’s sits Inveraray Castle. This sprawling the Irish Sea to Belfast. Upon arrival, full time reporter. Hall, discovering history on this affable for centuries. Tonight’s largest and most colorful city. Our fortress offers history and sophistica- we check-in to the Grand Central guided walking tour. We overnight dinner and our accommodations accommodations for the next three tion. After lunch at The George Hotel, Hotel in Belfast for two nights. This Kurt has covered the Major League in Letterkenny, a bonny market town for two nights are at the Dunboyne evenings are in Glasgow. We join we cruise the country’s most scenic deluxe property is located in the Baseball postseason, the NCAA Final in the north of Ireland and rated the Castle Hotel & Spa. this evening for a WMBD/WYZZ waterway, Loch Lomond. Panoramic heart of the city. The remainder of B,D Four, PGA and LPGA Tour events, Welcome Dinner. D the day is yours to explore the city country’s “tidiest town” in 2015. B NFL, NBA and NHL games along with views of the Southern Highlands lay DAY 10: DUBLIN out before us as we glide along this and uncover its many treasures. B NASCAR races. He’s been a finalist DAY 8: GLENVEAGH CASTLE Discover Dublin this morning on for the best downstate sportscast impressive loch. B,L Belleek Pottery DAY 6: TITANIC BELFAST & DONEGAL a guided tour. View Dublin Castle, award presented by the Illinois DAY 4: EDINBURGH & MUSEUM We continue to Glenveagh National the Spire of Dublin, St. Patrick’s Broadcasters Association every year Park to tour the picturesque castle Cathedral, the Guinness Factory, THE ROYAL YACHT Enjoy Titanic Belfast, a museum since 1993, winning the honor in commemorating the birthplace of the where Hollywood stars such as the Ha’penny Bridge, and visit the 1994, 2003 and 2004. He has also BRITANNIA Marilyn Monroe and Clark Gable National Museum of Ireland. Our Experience Edinburgh on a guided world’s most famous ship. Built to done play-by-play work for local resemble the doomed vessel, it extends have vacationed. We enjoy a scenic Holiday Vacations Farewell Lunch broadcasts of Missouri Valley tour featuring the history of Georgian drive to Donegal and a dinner at our today is at the Merchant’s Arch. New Town, medieval Old Town, and over nine interactive galleries and is Conference men’s and women’s accommodations for the evening. B,D Between courses storytellers will enjoy a memorable visit to its iconic frequently rated as one of the top basketball games since 1993. Kurt museums in the world. This afternoon, provide insights of Irish life in times has called the state tournament boys castle. First we explore The Royal DAY 9: BELLEEK POTTERY & past. Later there is time to stroll Yacht Britannia, vacation home to Northern Ireland’s largest city comes and girls basketball finals for the WHISKEY DISTILLERY colorful Grafton Street. B,L Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal alive on a panoramic Belfast guided Illinois High School Association TV tour. Belfast is a city rich with history, Belleek Pottery is our first destina- network since 2000. Family for over 40 years sailing over tion today. We begin in the visitor’s DAY 11: RETURN HOME 1,000,000 miles around the world. culture, and Irish craic. We see the Kurt has previously hosted several Titanic Quarter, City Hall, St. Anne’s center and then enjoy a guided We fly home with wonderful Later we discover Edinburgh Castle. tour of the world-renowned pottery. memories of our adventure. Holiday Vacation tours. Join him Towering above the city atop a hill- Cathedral, Queens University and and WMBD/WYZZ viewers on this the Prince Albert Memorial Clock. B,D Lunch will be in Enniskillen before side, we tour this historic fortress, visiting Kells, one of the most impor- spectacular vacation! one of the most important military ACTIVE DAY 7: GIANT’S CAUSEWAY tant Monastic sites in Ireland and ACTIVITY LEVEL strongholds in the country’s history. B We receive our first glimpse of home to the Market Celtic Cross Refer to General Information for details Explore Beautiful Scotland Witness inspiring vistas, royal residences, and historic castles. Your Experience Includes Our unmatched Holiday Advantage includes ALL accommodations, admission to attractions, motorcoach transportation, baggage handling at hotels, a Professional Tour Director, and local guides, plus airfare, fuel surcharges, government fees, and airport & departure taxes. A fully-refundable deposit of only $200 Motorcoach per person will reserve your Flight space and prices are guaranteed Cruise Inveraray Loch Lomond Loch Lomond Cruise & the Highlands upon receipt of the deposit. 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