When we think about cranberries we think about Thanksgiving, which happens to be just around the corner. Nothing goes better with turkey and apple pie than cranberries. So why not celebrate the cranberry with a festival? That’s exactly what the folks in Warrens Wisconsin did many years ago. And guess what; the Warrens Cranberry Festival has turned out to be a bigger-than-life event for the folks in the heart of Cranberry Country. This is an absolutely must-do early fall day trip. Discover the color of fall at the 46th Warrens Cranberry Festival.Located one hour southeast of Eau Claire and two hours northwest of Madison, the small village of 350 swells to over 100,000 shoppers searching for that unique find among the 1300 art and craft booths from 26 states! This fest is a great way to accomplish all your seasonal decorating ideas or holiday gifts. The flea/antique market area is a stop for the men to pick up new fishing lures, hunting knives and scopes for the fall hunting season. The Farm Market has a huge selection of all the fall produce: apples, gourds, pumpkins, popcorn, Indian corn, with fresh cranberries, juices, salsas, jams/jellies and all the traditional fall veggies. There is even a largest vegetable contest as well as a scarecrow contest along with the biggest cranberry and pumpkin. Check out the photography, quilts, flowers, and food demos. Shoppers state “If you cannot find it in Warrens — it’s not available!” This show has been judged by the vendors through “Sunshine Artists” magazine in Florida as being 52nd in the top 200 shows in the country! The festival opens daily at 7 a.m. and closes at 6 p.m. A must-do favorite is the Cranberry Bog Tours on Friday and Saturday starting at 8 a.m. Follow up with a visit to the Wisconsin Cranberry Discovery Center on Main Street. You may eat your way through the ninety-eight ethnic food vendors starting out with pancakes and cranberry syrup, but don’t forget to leave room for Marshfield’s Sweet Adeline’s Cranberry Cream Puffs! For more detailed information on this exceptional event please check www.cranfest.com. This is a trip you won’t want to miss. Although transportation cost is a bit more expensive on the weekends, we have scheduled this tour on...
Read More11 day cruise aboard Holland America’s ZuiderdamSEPT. 13-24, 2018 Whether you’re drawn to charming seaside towns with tidy whitewashed buildings on a central village green; narrow cobblestone lanes, where a handful of patriots once envisioned a nation of liberty for all; elegant boutiques and bistros with a splash of Parisian flair; or Mother Nature in all her radiant autumn glory, you’ll find your perfect East Coast vacation among our Holland America Line Canada & New England Cruise. Along the eastern coast of North America, the ports of New England and Canada’s Atlantic Provinces bear witness to both fascinating histories and diverse cultures that continue to thrive to this day. This area was home to some of the earliest European settlements in the New World, beginning with Newfoundland’s L’Anse aux Meadows, a Norse settlement which dates from around 1000. The French would follow centuries later at Cap Rouge, near Québec City, in 1541, and the English at Jamestown (1607) and the Plymouth Colony (1620).Given how much of the story of the eastern coast of North America was shaped by the Atlantic, approaching its cities from the sea provides a memorable perspective. For many immigrants who would build Canada and the United States, their first glimpse of their new lives would be from ships sailing into Corner Brook, Goose Bay, Halifax and St. John or Boston, New York, Portland and Providence. Even after arriving, life here often continued to be oriented toward the Atlantic, as these ports became important fishing, whaling and commercial centers. The fishing villages and lighthouses of New England and Canada’s Atlantic Provinces speak to a long seafaring tradition, but neither region is stuck in time. World-class museums and celebrated restaurants sit side by side with historic sites. In Newfoundland and Canada’s Maritimes, a Celtic-influenced culture lives on in the cuisine and music, while francophone Québec is one of North America’s most cosmopolitan regions. Whether you want to step back in time or see what the future holds for its metropolises, a journey along the east coast of North America promises to be eye-opening and unforgettable. Day 0: September 13, 2018 Departs 08:00 PM New York, New York, US Day 1: September 14, 2018 AT SEA Day...
Read MoreAugust 14 – The Creation MuseumBe prepared to experience history in a completely unprecedented way. The state-of-the-art 75,000 square foot museum brings the pages of the Bible to life, casting its characters and animals in dynamic form and placing them in familiar settings. Adam and Eve live in the Garden of Eden. Children play and dinosaurs roam near Eden’s Rivers. The serpent coils cunningly in the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil. Majestic murals, great masterpieces brimming with pulsating colors and details, provide a backdrop for many of the settings. The area within the museum has been divided into unusually configured spaces that allow for personal interaction with each of the 160 exhibits. Several parts of the museum, including the stunning forty foot high portico with its cliff wall and floor to ceiling glass windows, flaunt open spaces and remarkable designs. Walk through the Garden of Eden. See the scaffolding, smell the freshly cut timbers in the busy work site of Noah’s Ark. Dig up dinosaur bones. Facing the Allosaurus We are pleased to announce the addition of a world-class dinosaur skeleton, an Allosaurus fragilis, to the array of exceptional exhibits at the Creation Museum. Recently donated to the museum, this specimen is believed to have one of the six or seven best-preserved Allosaurus skulls ever discovered. Dragon Legends Regale yourself with delightful artwork and other beautiful adornments as you stroll beneath extraordinary Chinese dragons. Learn about famous encounters with these incredible beasts from China, Africa, Europe, the Americas, Australia, and the Middle East. Discover what ancient historians have written about these creatures, and examine armaments that may have been used by valiant dragon-slayers. Dr. Crawley’s Insectorium They’re creepy and crawly, and they’re on display at the Creation Museum. Some insects are big, such as one that weighs almost half a pound, and many are long, like our branch-like stick insects. If you’re wondering, there really is a Dr. Crawley who generously donated his world-class insect collection to the Creation Museum. He wants museum guests to discover the fascinating design our Creator has built into bugs. Museum of the Bible Special Exhibit Museum of the Bible presents “Acts of Worship: Objects of Ritual,” a six-month exhibit exploring the...
Read MoreNote: From your HostWe have never hosted a cruise where someone has not suggested we feature a European river cruise. Even those who have had the experience want to absorb the beauty and many cultures again. After much research and interviews with knowledgeable river tour folks our attention focused on the Danube River between Nuremberg Germany and Budapest Austria. There is no question that this is one, if not the most beautiful, stretches of river in all of Europe, lined with the most beautiful and historic cities in the world. Please enjoy our itinerary and put this tour on your 2018 Bucket List. Overview: During this 8-day journey, encounter the grand cities and quaint villages along the celebrated Danube River. Explore both sides of Hungary’s capital—traditional “Buda” and more cosmopolitan “Pest”— and from Fishermen’s Bastion, see how the river divides this fascinating city. Experience Vienna’s imperial architecture and gracious culture, and tour riverside towns in Austria’s Wachau Valley. In Germany, explore a baroque cathedral and stroll cobbled streets lined with half-timbered houses. Savor the tastes of authentic dishes, learn about local legends, and understand why Strauss immortalized the “Blue Danube” in his famous melody. Sail to charming cities & villages. Visit Budapest’s Castle District and cross the famous Chain Bridge. Explore Göttweig Abbey, one of Austria’s most revered monastic centers, and make dumplings with Wachau Valley apricots. See Europe’s largest pipe organ in Passau, or travel to Salzburg. Celebrate Vienna’s musical heritage at a concert featuring works by Mozart and Strauss. With medieval towns, grand cities and stunning scenery, this 8-day journey on the “Blue Danube” is one you’re sure to love. Key Features: 8-day cruise with river-view stateroom Scenic cruising along the Danube Bend, Wachau Valley and the Main-Danube Canal 6 guided tours with audio headset Visit 4 UNESCO World Heritage Sites Culture Curriculum: Learn how to make your own apple strudel; enjoy musical entertainment highlighting Austrian & Hungarian classics; attend lectures on the European Union, Viennese coffee houses and Mozart; learn how to make your own apple strudel Wine/beer/soft drinks/ with lunch & dinner on board Nuremberg to Budapest – Itinerary by Day: Day 1 – Nuremberg Embark Day 2 – Nuremberg Afternoon Nuremberg City Tour Main-Danube Canal...
Read MoreBuddy was a true music pioneer. Being highly influenced by Elvis Presley after seeing him perform in 1955, Buddy began to incorporate a rockabilly sound with a strong down stroke rhythm guitar and unique hiccup-like vocals. Todd Meredith and the Rave-Ons will take you on a musical journey starting with Buddy’s early recordings at Decca Records in Nashville, through his breakout hits with Norvajack Studios in Clovis, New Mexico, and ending with the story of his ill-fated final tour and his death in Iowa. Audience members will enjoy humorous banter between the songs as well as receive an enjoyable history lesson about this legendary singer and monumentally influential group. Itinerary 9:30 AM – Depart from Sam’s Club behind Burger King on Blairsferry Rd Additional pick up locations in route – Super Target on Edgewood Rd & Walmart in Coralville 11:45 AM – Arrive Circa 21 Dinner Playhouse 12:00 – 1:00 PM – Wonderful meal with multiple selections 1:00 PM – Showtime Approx. 3:30 PM – Depart Circa 21 for Cedar Rapids 5:00 PM – Arrive in Cedar Rapids, IA – Sam’s Club Rate $99.50 – Includes Luxury Transportation, Dinner, Show and Refreshments both Adult and soft. Contact us to reserve your...
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