April 9, 2020 We are open for business and busy planning wonderful new tours. Phone calls only at this time. Our Weekly Tuesday Classes are temporarily postponed at our Jackson Office. DEPARTURE POINT: Jackson we depart from the Meijer’s 2777 Airport Rd. Directly behind McDonalds. APR 22 Wednesday “MEET THE FORDS” This tour has been RESCHEDULED FOR JULY 9 2020. Please contact our office and let us know if the new date will work for you. We hope that you can continue to join us for this wonderful new tour. Thank you for your support and we are working very hard to look to the future for many more great experiences together. MAY 6 Wednesday “BEAUTIFUL” The Carole King Musical at the Fisher Theatre. It tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom. Featuring an array of beloved songs like “I Feel the Earth Move”, “One Fine Day”, “You’ve Got A Friend”, and “You Make Me Feel Like A Natural Woman”. Great main floor seating. We will depart at 5:30 pm for this evening show and return after the performance ……………………………………………………………...…$119 MAY 7 Thursday “ALBERT KAHNS DETROIT” See and hear all about the impact of Americas foremost industrial architect, nicknamed (the architect of Detroit) see the impact that Albert Kahn’s work had on the development of downtown Detroit like, factories, lighthouses, private residences, conservatories and skyscrapers like the Fisher Building. Enjoy a wonderful lunch at the Rattlesnake Club overlooking the Detroit Riverfront. Depart 8:00 am & Return at 5:00 pm……….$88 MAY 8 Friday “TAPESTRY – THE CAROLE KING SONGBOOK” at Zehnder’s, in Frankenmuth. This is a premier musical tribute to Carol King. Featuring songs from her legendary multi-million album, Tapestry, the sound and vibes of the 1970’s. Enjoy a wonderful plated lunch, with Zehnder’s famous Chicken. Departs at 8:00 am Returns at 5:30 pm….$85 MAY 13-20 “LONDON & PARIS” 8 Days, 9 Meals, Eiffel Tower Dinner, Seine River Cruise, Eurostar Train, Big Ben, Trafalgar Square, Tower of London, and more. Day of leisure in both London & Paris. MAY 17 Sunday “FLOWER DAYS AT EASTERN MARKET IN DETROIT” Spend the day at the oldest outdoor market in the country surrounded by the beautiful array of flowers of every type for purchase. The market has experienced monumental growth with renovations, murals, new restaurants, stores, galleries and entertainment. We have preferred coach parking curbside at the front of the market for easy loading. Depart 8:00am Return at 5:00pm..………………………..……..$40 . Due to space limitations NO CARTS OR WAGONS are permitted. Thank you. MAY 23-26 “THE GRAND HOTEL” Mackinaw Island. Three nights and four days to enjoy this all-inclusive stay at Michigan’s own Grand. All transportation, six meals in the Grand Hotel Dining room, champagne and Gala receptions, Free golf, nightly demitasse and big band ball room music and dancing, stop in downtown Mackinaw City and the Cross in the Woods. Pricing is based on water view rooms or standard rooms starting at Per Person Double occupancy………….… $1,096 Coming Soon to the DIA – in Detroit “VAN GOGH IN AMERICAN” Exhibition. More information coming soon. JUNE 2 Tuesday “SHIPSHEWANA” Amish Tour. Garden shops, Bakery, Amish Farm and Furniture Chime Shop, Popcorn Farm, Cheese House, Bulk Foods and more. OR The Flea Market. Depart at 8:30 am & Return at 6:30 pm…………$44 JUNE 13-20 “ALASKA” SEVEN DAY EXPLORER CRUISE” Embark on a convenient roundtrip Seattle adventure, offering spectacular Hubbard Glacier Vistas, whale-watching and stops in Ketchikan, and Alaska’s Capital, Juneau. JUNE 12-19 “TUSCANY & THE ITALIAN RIVIERA” 8 Day, 10 Meals, Visit: Tuscan Estate, Florence, Siena, Tuscan Winery, Lucca, Italian Riviera, Cinque Terre, Portofino, and more. Book by Dec 6th to save $200 per person JUNE 14 Sunday “DETROIT TIGERS-VS-TORONTO BLUE JAYS” at Comerica Park in Detroit. Lower level seating in Section #113. Depart at 10:30 am for the afternoon game and return after the game………………………………………$79 JUNE 16 Tuesday “NORTH AMERICAN INTERNATIONAL AUTO SHOW” The NAIS has been canceled for 2020 please contact our office if you are scheduled for this tour and we will arrange for your refund. Thank you. JUNE 18 Thursday “AIN’T MISBEHAVIN” (Musical) at Tibbits Summer Theatre in Coldwater. Lunch included at Win Schuler’s. Featuring songs “The Joint is Jumpin” & “I’m Gonna Sit Right Down and Write a Myself a Letter” and many more. Departs at 10:00 am – Returns at 6:00 pm…………………………………………..…………………………………$84 JUNE 22-25 “RIVERBOAT CRUISE ON THE MIGHTY MISSISSIPPI” Two days onboard the Victorian Twilight cruising from LeClair, IA to the historic town of Dubuque, IA. Eight meals, one nights lodging in Dubuque, IA and Two in LeClair, IA. See Bald Eagles, quaint riverside towns, barges, and traverse to sets of locks and dams. Visit the John Deere Pavilion and dinner at a local favorite. Per person based on: Single..$895 Quad ...$709 Triple….$719 Double..$729 JUNE 27-JULY 4 “CAPE COD SUMMERTIME SEASIDE GETAWAY” Four nights located on Nantucket Sound, Cruise and visit to Nantucket Island, Guided touring of: Chatham & Eastham: Nantucket Island Bus Tour, and Hyannis. Included: 13 Meals , Cape Cod Scenic Railroad Lunch Train, JFK Hyannis Museum, Heritage Museum and Gardens, Norman Rockwell Museum, Vanderbilt Mansion, Rhinebeck New York, and more. Per person double occupancy…………..…$1,670 JULY 8,9 & 10 “STRATFORD FESTIVAL” in Canadas premier town of the arts, Stratford, Ontario. Two nights lodging in downtown Stratford. Three wonderful productions with A-preference seating in the Festival and all new Tom Patterson Theatres. Tour of Stratford, four meals, admission to the Strafford Perth Museum and costume warehouse. Price per-person is based on…………………………………… ………….. Single…$1,049 Triple….$819 Double….$829 JULY 9 Thursday “MEET THE FORDS” with lunch at Andiamo’s. Tour the Ford Rouge Factory America’s greatest manufacturing experience. Immerse yourself in modern manufacturing’s most progressive concepts and enjoy two theatre experiences. Learn all about Henry and Clara Ford’s life in Dearborn, pocket park where the birth home of Henry Ford once stood, the Ford Historic District - the neighborhood developed by Henry Ford, the grounds of Fair Lane Estate, and the church cemetery where Mr. and Mrs. Ford are buried. Depart at 8:00 am and Return at 5:30 pm……………………………………$94 JULY 13-25 “ALASKA” NINE DAY LAND AND FOUR DAY CRUISE with two days in Double Denali National Park and the Yukon with a four day cruise including Glacier bay and inside passage cruising. All transfers and round-trip air included. Our most popular Alaska Cruise Tour. Limited availability. JULY 15 Wednesday “THE DETROIT RIVER CRUISE” Join us for one of our most popular trips as we cruise the Detroit River. Enjoy a wonderful lunch at Fishbone’s Restaurant in Greektown. Depart at 9:30am and Return at 5:00pm…..$75 JULY 29 Wednesday “MAN OF LA MANCHA” At the historic Tibbitt’s Opera House. Lunch included…………TBA JULY 29-AUG 8 “IMPERIAL CITIES with OBERAMMERGAU PASSION PLAY” 11 Days, with 16 Meals (9 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch & 6Dinners) Featuring Budapest, Vienna & Prague. Subject to Availability. 2020 performance of the Oberammergau Passion Play, a once in a decade event, all performers are native to the village of Oberammergau. AUG 2-10 “CANADIAN ROCKIES BY TRAIN” 9 Day, 12 Meals, Highlights: British Columbia, Vancouver, Alberta, Jasper, Maligne Lake, Athabasca Glacier, Lake Louise, Banff, Calgary, and more. Book by 1/27/20 to save $100 AUG 10-22 “ALASKA” NINE DAY LAND AND FOUR DAY CRUISE with two days in Double Denali National Park and the Yukon with a four day cruise including Glacier bay and inside passage cruising. All transfers and round-trip air included. Our most popular Alaska Cruise Tour. Limited availability. AUG 19 Wednesday “AMERICAN QUILTER SOCIETY SHOW” At the DeVos Place Convention Center in Grand Rapids. Includes: Admission, Drop-off at front entrance, Hot Breakfast (Hot sandwich, fruit, yogurt, & juice) and Prizes. Bring your Fat Squares! Departs at 8am – Returns at 6:30 pm…….............................................................................………………$79 AUG 22-28 ALL NEW “NEIGHBORHOODS OF NEW YORK” Four nights lodging in Midtown Manhattan on 48th and 8th. Visit Brooklyn and Coney Island-New York’s legendary amusement district, Brighton Beach, Coney Island. Tour Yankee Stadium and Harlem with a guided tour of the Apollo Theatre. Visit the World Trade Center 9/11 Memorial and soar to the top of the One World Observatory/Freedom Tower. Enjoy a Broadway Show and a free day to visit the destination of your choice. We have the best NYC guide and driver along with an experienced Jackson Trippers Guide. Price------------$1,699 AUG 25-28 “HOLMES COUNTY OHIO” Three nights at the beautiful Carlisle Village Inn, seven meals: three breakfasts, one Lunch and Three Family Style Dinners. Countryside tour with visits to: Heini’s Cheese, Lehman’s Hardware, Yoder Farm, Hillcrest Orchard, Old World Polish Pottery Shop and additional fun stops along the way and see the “World’s Largest Cuckoo Clock”. Travel roads less traveled to a place that time has forgotten. Quad…$510 Triple…$545 Dbl…$565 SEP 8-19 “NATIONAL PARKS OF AMERICA” 12 Days, 17 Meals, Highlights: Scottdale, Lake Powell, Grand Canyon, Bryce Canyon, Bighorn Mountains, Crazy Horse Memorial, Mount Rushmore. Book by March 1st to save $100 SEP 16 Wednesday “ROCKIN OLDIES SHOW” Featuring the Beach Party Boys at Zehnder’s in Frankenmuth. The authentic look, vocal harmony and instrumentation of the Beach Boys. Enjoy a meal at Zehnder’s prior to the show. We will depart at 8:oo am and Return at 5:30 pm…………………………………………………………………………….…….…$77 SEP 19-28 “SHADES OF IRELAND” 10 Days, 13 Meals, Kiss the Blarney Stone, spend the night in a Castle, enjoy a night of traditional Irish entertainment, and more.