Posts Tagged "2018"

By admin on Jun 5, 2018 in |

WOW.. Did we ever have a great time in June of 2015 and 2016 touring Door County. There is no way that we would skip putting together another exceptional tour of the Door County area for 2018.The following all new Door County itinerary has been prepared in order for us to experience the area to it’s fullest potential.   Itinerary Tuesday, June 5 9:00 AM –  Depart Cedar Rapids Sam’s Club on Blairs ferry Rd. behind Burger King. Additional pickups available in route. 12:00 PM (Noon) – Rest and lunch in Verona, WI 12:45 PM – Depart Verona, WI 4:00 PM – Rest stop in Green Bay, WI. Area TBD 4:30 PM – Depart Green Bay area 5:30 PM – Arrive in Fish Creek, WI. Settlement Courtyard Inn & Spa. Your luggage will be brought to your room and you can prepare for a fantastic dinner. 6:30 PM – Dinner at the Log Den. It’s a beautiful log restaurant family built and family run. You may select from a variety of choices and they will be served buffet style.   Wednesday, June 6 7:00 AM – Continental breakfast at the Settlement Inn 8:00 AM – Depart for Northport Pier (end of Hwy 42N) 8:45 AM – Our Guide will meet your group on the mainland at Northport Pier. We will be escorted aboard the ferry, relaxed in the comfort of their own bus.  During the 30 minute boat ride; our guide will explain the history of the outlying Island and the lighthouses on them.  We will have an intro to Washington Island.  On the Island they will stop at the Welcome Center for a bathroom stop then on to the Danish Mill to learn “What Islanders Do in the Winter.” As they browse the gift shop (filled with handcrafted items) with their free Door County cup of coffee and  sugar cookies and samples of the fresh bakery in the Danish Mill. On to West Harbor to learn about logging in the 1800’s as well as the Niagara Escarpment.  You will also see the beautiful Norwegian Stave Chapel -patterned after the one in Borgund, Norway, follow the prayer path to Trinity Lutheran church and learn about life on an Island. 11:30 AM – LUNCH Lunch...

By admin on May 30, 2018 in |

“Romance comes sweeping down the plains in a passionate musical” The path of Francesca Johnson’s future seems destined when an unexpected fork in the road causes her to question everything she had come to expect from life. While her husband and children are away at the Illinois state fair in the summer of 1965, Robert Kincaid happens to turn into the Johnson farm and asks Francesca for directions to Roseman Bridge. Francesca later learns that he was in Iowa on assignment from National Geographic magazine. She is reluctant seeing that he’s a complete stranger and then she agrees to show him to the bridges and gradually she talks about her life from being a war-bride from Italy which sets the pace for this bittersweet and all-too-brief romance of her life. Through the pain of separation from her secret love and the stark isolation she feels as the details of her life consume her, she writes her thoughts of the four-day love affair which took up three journals. The journals are found by her children after the lawyer was going over Francesca’s will and all the contents which produces a key to her hope chest in the bedroom which contained some of hers and Robert’s things. The message they take from the diaries is to what you have to do to be happy in life. After learning that Robert Kincaid’s cremated remains were scattered off Roseman Bridge and that their mother requested that she too be cremated and her ashes to be scattered off Roseman Bridge, the children must decide whether to honor their mother’s final wishes or bury her alongside their father as the family had planned. Adapted from the novel by Robert James Waller, this is the story of a special love that happens just once in a lifetime — if you’re lucky This is truly an IOWA love story portrayed beautifully in the movie staring Clint Eastwood and Meryl Streep. We booked this play very early as it had begun to sell out in June of 2017. We suggest you do the same with us as we only have 47 front row seats on hold.   Itinerary: 9:30 AM – Depart from Sam’s Club parking lot behind Burger...

By admin on May 7, 2018 in |

Branson has been, and probably always will be, a favorite tour with our customers who have enjoyed the “Branson Experience” previously with us. We have designed a Branson tour for the Spring of 2018 with many new shows not seen by most that has been on our previous Branson trips. Those that have never experienced the Branson experience will be thrilled with this fun filled itinerary. ITINERARY: Monday, May 7, 2018 7:00 AM – Depart Cedar Rapids Sam’s Club behind Burger King Coffee, rolls and refreshments of choice on board. Additional pick up locations available in route. 10:00 AM – Brunch at Fiddlestiks Restaurant, Hannibal MO. On your own. 5:00 PM – Check in at Grand Oaks Hotel All Non Smoking Hotel! Complimentary Hot Breakfast, Interior Corridors, Elevator, Indoor & Outdoor Pools, Jacuzzi Whirlpools, Sun Deck, Exercise Room, Guest Laundry, Conference, Hospitality Rooms. Room Amenities: Electronic Door Locks, Refrigerators/Microwaves, AM/FM Alarm Clocks,  Iron & Ironing Boards, Hair Dryers, In-Room Coffee, Free Local Calls, In-Room High Speed Wireless Internet.   Location: 2315 Green Mountain Dr. Branson Mo. Phone: 417-336-6423   6:00 PM – 7:00 PM – Outback Steak & Oyster Bar Choose one entree : Outback 7 oz. Grilled Chicken Breast, OR 6 oz. Top Sirloin, OR Catfish Dinner. All entrees served with Baked Potato, Vegetable of the Day, Salad, Bread, Dessert, Coffee or Tea.     8:00 PM – 10:00 PM – Rick Thomas Rick Thomas is a premier illusionist having completed five world tours covering over 50 countries. He performs the most intriguing and innovative grand illusions in the world with a style unlike any other magical entertainer. His stage presence is unmatched as he weaves magic, music and dance into a seamless spectacle. The slick showmanship of Rick Thomas is a riveting visual delight and he is a triumph of personality and presentation! @ Andy Williams Performing Arts Center Tuesday,May 8, 2018 10:00 AM –  Branson Landing Shopping & Lunch On Own Discover uncharted waterfront shopping, dining and entertainment adventures at Branson Landing, located on the waterfront of beautiful Lake Taneycomo in downtown Branson. At Branson Landing, you will have a whole new world to explore, with and over 100 specialty stores and restaurants. A magnificent water fountain, synchronized to light, sound, music and fire!     2:00...

By admin on Apr 16, 2018 in |

We have such a great time every time we host this tour, and we have had many requests for a repeat. We thought April 2018 would be a perfect time when we all feel Spring is in the air after the Winter Iowa doldrums.Those who enjoy gambling will be in Seventh Heaven as well as those who simply just want to relax at the Gold Strike MGM Resort and Casino.  The Gold Strike Resort is a world class gaming resort facility conveniently located within walking distance of two other major casinos in Tunica, The Horseshoe and The Roadhouse. Sam’s Town is just down the road with multiple gaming facilities for your enjoyment, for those who would like to put a little variety in their gaming experience.  For the golfers in the group, bring your clubs and play a round or two at the nearby Tunica National Golf Course. Our motor coach will be available for shuttle to and from the course upon request. On April 17th and 18th we will provide our motor coach for those who would like to tour various Memphis points of interest. Located only 40 miles away, Memphis has many world renowned attractions that should be on everyone’s “bucket list”. You will have an opportunity to see them all. Transportation will be provided by Luxury Motor Coach equipped with restroom, AC power outlets, and DVD.  Complementary on-board refreshments will be provided along the way from our famous “It’s Five O’clock Somewhere” refreshment cart.  They will include a wide assortment of snacks, soft drinks, beer, wine and alcoholic beverages to mix your favorite cocktail in route. All with our compliments.   Itinerary: MONDAY, April 16 7:00 AM – Depart Cedar Rapids Sam’s Club on Blairs Ferry Rd behind Burger King  – Additional pickup locations available en route – 3 additional refreshment stops, approx. every three hours, or as  requested en route. TBD 7:00 PM – Arrive and check in at The Gold Strike Casino.  – Evening Dinner on your own at various casino options   TUESDAY, April 17 Enjoy all the resort facilities on your own. Breakfast or lunch is provided by The Gold Strike Casino. Our motor coach will be available for area transportation during the day, including the first optional trip to Memphis. By...

By admin on Apr 5, 2018 in |

A Quilter’s ParadiseBy popular request from many of our customers we have designed the perfect tour for the quilt aficionado. To make a beautiful quilt, you need three things: motivation, skills, and quality supplies! The Missouri Star Quilt Company’s goal is to provide quilters (or to-be quilters) with all three. Their rapidly growing library of free quilting tutorials on QuiltingTutorials.com provides thousands with not only the essential skills to complete projects, but also with the encouragement and motivation to pick up a rotary cutter and some fabric and get started! Their tutorials focus on beginners and more advanced quilters alike, and aim to teach quilters quicker and easier ways to make gorgeous creations. They also have a flourishing Quilting Forum where thousands of quilters can exchange knowledge, offer each other support and just plain have fun! With the desire to quilt and some know-how comes the best part – shopping for beautiful fabric! They offer a rapidly growing selection of quilting supplies, including the best selection of precut fabrics anywhere, all at great prices. On the way to Hamilton Mo. We will have the opportunity to explore the quaint Amish area surrounding Jamesport Mo. Jamesport Missouri’s Largest Amish Settlement Step back in time and join us in a nature-friendly paradise. We will tour Jamesport’s Town and Country shops and activities that cater to guests wanting to return to days gone by. Today Jamesport is a tourist destination that features a nostalgic slice of their gentler past and a glimpse into the Amish lifestyle. In addition our step-on guide will join us for a tour of many Amish points of interest including an Amish farm tour, fresh produce auction, Amish school house and white tail deer farm. Concluding our visit to Jamesport we will enjoy dinner with an Amish flair at Gingerich Dutch Pantry. Following dinner we will depart for Cameron Mo, spending the night at the Acorn Inn. In the morning we will enjoy a complimentary breakfast prior to departing for the Quilters Paradise. Transportation will be provided via. luxury motor coach equipped with restroom, DVD, and AC Outlets. Refreshments, both adult and soft will be provided from our “It’s Five O’clock Somewhere” beverage cart. Itinerary Thursday April 5, 2018 8:00 AM – Depart Cedar Rapids Sam’s Club...