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SUMMARY:Michigan & Mackinac Island
DESCRIPTION:  \nThis is one of our most popular tours. Each year we add new events and fine-tune previous highlights. This tour never gets old for previous participants. And newcomers will find it impressive well beyond their wildest expectations. Due to this tour’s popularity we have lengthened this tour from 6 to 7 days to give everyone the full and total experience of a major highlight – Mackinac Island. \nDay 1: Sunday\, August 2\, 20207:00 AM –  Depart Cedar Rapids Sam’s Club on Blairs Ferry Road Behind Burger KingAdditional pick-up locations available in route.8:15 AM – Wolcott\, IA rest stop8:45 AM – Depart Wolcott11:45 AM – Arrive in South Holland\, IL. Rest stop and lunch break12:30 PM – Depart South Holland2:30 PM – Arrive at Saugatuck Dune Rides – Saugatuck MIThis afternoon is the dune ride at Saugatuck Dune Rides\, one of West Michigan’s Premier Attractions. Board the Dune Schooners for 30 minutes of entertainment\, fun and edification. Tour one of Michigan’s treasures. Learn of the lost town of Singapore and discover the local vegetation and wildlife. Experience the beauty of pure Michigan.4:00 PM –  Depart for Inn at Manistee National Golf and Resort.6:30 PM – Arrive at Inn at Manistee National.This 42-room Inn is nestled between two stunning courses\, Canthooke Valley and Cutters’ Ridge\, and is surrounded by Michigan’s Manistee National Forest.Dinner is included at your leisure in the dining room off a special tour menu. \nDay 2: Monday\, August 3\, 2020Change your watches one hour ahead for Eastern Time.  A continental breakfast is included at the hotel.8:00 AM – Depart for Charlevoix\, Michigan.10:30 AM – Arrive Castle Farms.Enjoy a walking and tram tour through this unique facility. Your tour guide will delight your group with the rich history of Castle Farms\, from its original construction 1918 as the Loeb Farm\, to the Van Haver art studio and gallery period\, as well as the music concert era\, and through the extensive restoration process from 2001 to present. The completed buildings and landscaped gardens are breathtaking.12:30 PM – Lunch at Castle Farms.1:30 PM – Depart for Charlevoix.1:45 PM Arrive in Charlevoix.A local guide will show you the architectural diversity of this lovely city. Highlighted are the more than thirty homes designed by local architect Earl Young. Dating from 1921 to the 1950′s\, these unique\, “mushroom houses” are built out of native stone and sport cedar shake roofs.2:45 PM – Depart for Mackinac City3:45 PM – Arrive at Michigan Welcome Center4:00 PM – Meet our guide for a fascinating ride across the Mighty Mac.At one time\, this was the longest suspension bridge in the world. Hear the dramatic tales of the brave iron workers who built this massive structure. Your guide will provide more than hearsay – in many cases these are eyewitness accounts of local history. The tour concludes at Shepler’s Ferry dock.5:00 PM – Ferry to the Island.As you step upon the island you will feel like you have stepped back in time. Horse drawn vehicles transport everything from supplies for the business on the island to passengers. Motorized vehicles are not allowed. Accommodations tonight are at the Bicycle Street Inn. Located on Main Street in the center of downtown Mackinac Island\, Bicycle Street Inn & Suites blends perfectly with the Victorian character of Main Street\, while offering all the modern interior touches. The evening is free for you to explore this unique island at your leisure. Be sure to taste some of the famous Mackinac Island fudge. \nDay 3: Tuesday\, August 4\, 2020A deluxe Continental breakfast is included at the Bicycle Street Inn.10:00 AM – The day begins with a tour of the Island.For anyone who has seen the movie “Somewhere in Time” there will be moments of déjà vu as a horse drawn taxi will meet you for a tour of the island. The tour ends at the Grand Hotel with its fabulous buffet. Following lunch take some time to relax on the hotel’s porch. At 660 feet\, the Grand Hotel’s Front Porch is the world’s largest and has one of the most spectacular views of the straits. Wander down Main Street and visit some of Mackinac Island’s unique shops. Be sure to taste some of the famous Mackinac Island fudge. Following lunch the afternoon is free to continue exploring the Island. \nDay 4: Wednesday\, August 5\, 2020A deluxe Continental breakfast is included at the Bicycle Street Inn.2:00 PM – Board the ferry to St. Ignace. With a stop made at 40 Mile Point Lighthouse.5:00 PM – Arrive at Thunder Bay Resort.This family run resort offers the beauty of Northern Michigan combined with a friendly staff to give you a matchless Northern Michigan experience.6:00 PM –  This evening step back in time as you board a horse drawn carriage that takes you through over the Thunder Bay River and into the woods at Thunder Bay Resort. Enjoy the scenery\, the smell of pine\, and the ever-changing face of the Thunder Bay River as the horses make their way deep in the woods to the beautiful Elk Antler Log Cabin. A blazing fire in a massive split stone fireplace welcomes you. Wonderful aromas mix with the scent of hardwood smoke and emanate from two antique wood cook stoves in full view. This elegant cabin maintains its rustic appearance while providing every amenity. Warm yourself by the fire and savor the delicious aromas put forth by the twin antique wood cook stoves as culinary artist Spenser James and his staff prepare your gourmet meal. Throughout your dinner\, sample five to seven wines from nearby Stoney Acres Winery as attentive servers see to your every need. Your Gourmet Dinner Includes: Pear & Apple Crepe\, Shrimp Cocktail\, Jan’s Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup\, Thunder Bay Sweet Napa Salad and Croissant\, Crown Roast of Pork with Roasted Red Skin Potatoes\, and White Chocolate Mousse Filled Pizzelles with Fresh Raspberries. \nDay 5: Thursday\, August 6\, 20207:00 – 8:00 AM – A hot breakfast is included in the Clubhouse8:00 AM Depart for Frankenmuth\, MI10:30 AM – Arrive in Frankenmuth\, MIExplore the many shops. Time will be allowed to explore the many shops lining Main Street. Take time to visit the 50-foot Glockenspiel Tower. It houses a magnificent 35-bell carillon\, beautiful figurine movement and an illuminated clock\, all imported from Germany! Before striking the hour\, and on each quarter hour\, the clock sounds the 5-bell Westminster chime. (At noon each day several selections are played which are immediately followed by 4 ½’ figurines depicting the legend of the Pied Piper of Hameln.) \n12:00 Noon – Depart for Bronner’s CHRISTmas WonderlandBRONNER’S CHRISTmas WONDERLAND\, a fascinating year-round attraction for all ages. Bronner’s was founded in 1945 by Wally Bronner. When Wally painted his first sign\, little did he dream that his small business would one day become the world’s largest Christmas store.1:45 PM – Depart for the Ford Rouge Factory Tour3:00 PM – Arrive at the Rouge FactoryPut yourself at the center of sheer manufacturing might. Beyond the awe-inspiring sweep\, scale and action of the real-life factory floor where the new military grade aluminum-alloy body Ford F-150 is made\, get set for some eye-opening encounters with the technology of tomorrow — today. Ford Rouge Factory Tour is a self-guided five-part experience that includes: \nLegacy Theater: Learn about the triumphs and tragedies surrounding the Rouge\, much of it told through rare\, never-before-seen historic footage.Manufacturing Innovation Theater: A multisensory exploration of the manufacturing experience\, from concept to highway. Filled with jaw-dropping special effects\, from “floating” 3D laser projection mapping and high-energy audio to a breathtaking behind-the-wheel finale.Observation Deck Tour: View the ground-breaking living roof from our 80-foot-high Observation Deck.Assembly Plant Walking Tour: See where the new military grade aluminum-alloy body Ford F-150s are assembled in a lean and flexible manufacturing plant. Visitors will have the opportunity to view the final assembly process from an elevated walkway.Legacy Gallery: View five historic vehicles made at the Rouge\, hop in a new F-150\, and visit our Factory Store. \n5:00 PM – Depart for the Ford Piquette Avenue PlantTour and dinner (catered by Slows BBQ) The Ford Piquette Avenue Plant is a former factory located within the Milwaukee Junction area of Detroit\, Michigan.Built in 1904\, it was the second center of automobile production for the Ford Motor Company\, after the Ford Mack Avenue Plant. At the Piquette Avenue Plant\, the company created and first produced the Ford Model T. It was also the first factory where more than 100 cars were assembled in one day.Accommodations tonight are at the Best Western Greenfield Inn Best Western Greenfield Inn. Allen Park MI. \nDay 6: Friday\, August 7\, 2020A hot breakfast is included at the hotel.9:15 AM – Depart for Greenfield Village9:30 AM – Arrive at Greenfield VillageYour Greenfield Village admission includes the 5 modes of transportation in the village: \nVintage Model T: Take a ride in the car of the 20th century – the Model T – at Henry Ford’s Model T district in Greenfield Village1931 Ford Model AA Bus: Hop aboard the Model AA bus. Picks up and drops off visitors at designated stops throughout Greenfield VillageGreenfield Village Omnibus Shuttle: Sit back and let Greenfield Village’s teams of horses do the driving as they shuttle you to various locations in the Village.Weiser Railroad: Ride a train pulled by one of our historic steam or diesel locomotives. Travel the three-mile route with opportunities to get on and off at key stops throughout the Village. We recommend the train for those who may have difficulty walking long distances\, as the train offers key stops throughout the Village.Herschell-Spillman Carousel: Enjoy the timeless sights and sounds of our ornately carved 1913 Herschell-Spillman Carousel. Ride whimsical characters including a horse\, chicken\, dog\, cat\, or any other unique animal. Riders of all ages welcome! \n2:45 PM – Depart for the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House3:30 PM – Arrive at Edsel and Eleanor Ford HouseThe Edsel and Eleanor Ford House is a mansion located at 1100 Lake Shore Drive in Grosse Pointe Shores\, northeast of Detroit\, Michigan; it stands on the site known as “Gaukler Point\,” on the shore of Lake St. Clair. The house became the residence of the Edsel and Eleanor Ford family in 1929. The tour begins with a video that provides an historic overview of the Ford family. Knowledgeable guides will lead you on a tour of the home to discover its stories and spectacular treasures. A highlighted walk through the grounds features a look at some of the most impressive areas of the 87-acre estate and a visit to some of the outer buildings\, such as the PlayHouse\, Recreation Building and Gate Lodge Garage.Dinner is included off a tour menu at the Best Western Greenfield Inn. \nDay 7 Saturday\, August 8\, 2020A hot breakfast is included at the hotel.9:15 AM – Depart for The Henry Ford Museum9:30 AM – Arrive at The Henry Ford MuseumExplore the many exhibits at the Henry Ford Museum: \nDriving America: The world’s premier automotive exhibition centered around an unparalleled collection of historically significant vehicles\, this remarkable mix of authentic artifacts\, digital media\, interactive play and personal accounts focuses on the enormous influence the automobile has had on American culture.With Liberty and Justice for All: “With Liberty & Justice for All” is a groundbreaking exhibit that explores the proud and often painful evolution of American freedom: from the Revolutionary War through the struggle for civil rights. See and hear the past trials\, tribulations and triumphs of the enduring spirit of Freedom.Heroes of the Sky: Visitors to Heroes of the Sky: Adventures in Early Flight will be awed and inspired by people’s stories from the first forty years of aviation. Historic airplanes bring to life the lofty accomplishments of America’s pioneering aviators. Come honor the men and women who shaped the skies with their minds\, hearts\, and even their lives.Presidential Limousines: Among the nationally renowned artifacts of the Museum are the vehicles in which 20th-century American presidents traveled. You’ll find this unique exhibit thoroughly fascinating and truly unforgettable.Made in America: Manufacturing and Power are the two sections of this exhibit that explores the legacy of American innovators from the 18th to 20th centuries who made America a manufacturing superpower! Hundreds of artifacts\, including operating steam engines\, help tell their stories. \nLunch at the Museum12:00 Noon – Depart for Good Ol’ Cedar Rapids9:00 PM – Arrive in Cedar Rapids (Central Time)Min. Of Three Rest Stops In Route \nSummery of Inclusions: \n\n6 nights lodging\n\n1 night at the Inn at Manistee National\, Manistee\, MI\n2 nights at the Bicycle Street Inn\, Mackinac Island\n1 night at Thunder Bay Resort\, Hillman\, MI\n2 nights at the Best Western Greenfield Inn.\n\n\n12 Meals\n\n6 breakfasts\nLunch at Castle Farms\, Charlevoix\, MI\nBuffet Lunch at the Grand Hotel\, Mackinac Island\nDinner at the Ford Piquette Plant o Dinner at the Best Western\nGreenfield Inn\nGourmet Dinner and Elk Viewing Carriage Tour at Thunder Bay Resort\nDinner at Inn at Manistee National Clubhouse\n\n\nAdmission to The Henry Ford including:\nRouge Factory Tour\n\nThe Henry Ford Museum\nGreenfield Village\nRide package at Greenfield Village\n\n\nAdmission and Tram Tour at Castle Farms\nTour of Charlevoix\nTour across the Mackinac Bridge\nFerry to and from Mackinac Island\nCarriage Tour of Mackinac Island\nVisit to Bronner’s CHRISTmas Wonderland\nAdmission to and tour of the Ford Piquette Plant Museum\nAdmission to and tour of the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House\nBaggage handling at included hotels\n\n  \nRates:\n$1750 pp.dbl.oc. (Only $250 per day “LIFE IS GOOD”)$2250 sig.oc.$1675 tri.oc \nContact us to reserve your seat(s) \n  \n
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SUMMARY:Chicago Cubs vs St. Louis Cardinals
DESCRIPTION:  \n  \n“TAKE ME OUT TO THE BALLGAME”CHICAGO CUBS at Wrigley Field“HOME OF THE WORLD CHAMPIONS”CHICAGO CUBS vs. ST. LOUIS CARDINALSSUNDAY AUGUST 23\, 2020 \nGold Crown Travel and Tour is pleased to host what will be one of every baseball fan’s favorite events at Chicago’s Wrigley Field when the Chicago Cubs play the  St. Louis Cardinals. This rivalry has been going on for years and it’s always fun to watch these competitors go at it.The Chicago Cubs have gained a reputation for having one of the best home crowds in Major League Baseball and you’ll understand why when you attend a great match-up featuring the Cubbies and the St. Louis Cardinals. \nITINERARY:6:30 AM  – Depart Cedar Rapids Sam’s Club parking lot behind Burger King on Blairs Ferry Rd.Possible en-route pick-ups (West side Super Target\, Coralville Wal-Mart\, etc…)9:30 AM – Arrive at the Dekalb Oasis for a little stretch and refresh10:00 AM – Depart for Wrigley Field11:00 PM – Arrive at Wrigley Field1:20 PM – BATTERS UPApprox. 1 hour after the game we will depart for return to IowaTransportation will be provided by Luxury Motorcoach equipped with Restroom\, AC outlets and DVD player.PLEASE FEEL FREE TO BRING A COOLER WITH REFRESHMENTS ON BOARD.ALL INCLUSIVE RATE INCLUDES TRANSPORTATION\, GAME TICKETS AND TAXES.Our baseball tours are often copied but never duplicated. Call us and find out why. \nRATE:$188.00 per person \n\n					THIS EVENT HAS BEEN CANCELLED\n  \n
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LOCATION:Wrigley Field\, 1060 W Addison St\, Chicago\, IL\, 60613\, United States
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SUMMARY:“Legends Review” Aboard the Celebration Belle
DESCRIPTION:  \nCruising down the Mississippi on the Riverboat Celebration Belle has always been a favorite one day tour with many of our travelers.  The scenery\, entertainment\, and food is always exceptional.The 2020 cruise season\, along with many of the old favorites\, will offer a totally new cast of entertainers performing on board the Celebration Belle on a very limited schedule.  We are pleased we were able to contract for “LEGENDS REVIEW”  on August 27th.This show is a tribute to the hits by the Beatles\, Aretha Franklin\, Frank Sinatra\, Etta James\, The Rat Pack\, Dolly Parton\, Johnny Cash\, Patsy Cline\, and more!It’s a one of a kind tribute to some of the icons of the great era of rock and roll\, and of course a little country. If you liked the music of the 50′s\, 60′s\, 70′s\, and 80′s\, then you are going to love this show.  It’s a 2 person show that seems like an unlimited cast and of course dancing is encouraged too!Your cruise will start off with our famous homemade sticky rolls & fruit.  A little later\, you will enjoy a full hot 2 entree lunch buffet:*  Baked Breast of chicken*  Alfredo Pasta with Vegetables*  Homemade Garlic Mashed Potato*  Chicken Gravy*  Green Beans*  2 Cold Salads*  Tossed Spring Salad with Dressing*  Rolls and Butter*  Dessert*  Coffee and Iced Tea included with your meal. \nItinerary:8:30 AM  – Depart Cedar Rapids Sam’s Club behind Burger KingAdditional in route pick up locations available.  Super Target\, Edgewood Rd.  Coralville Walmart.10:00 AM – Arrive at the Celebration Belle\, Moline\, IL11:00 AM – 3:00 PM – Celebration Belle Cruise\, Lunch and Entertainment.3:30 PM – Depart Moline for Cedar Rapids.5:00 PM – Arrive at Cedar Rapids Sam’s Club \nPrice:$140.00Contact us to reserve your seat(s) \n  \n
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LOCATION:Celebration Belle\, 2501 River Drive\, Moline\, Illinois\, 61265\, United States
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