[Travelandtourism] Nashville is the popular trip, followed by ....

cheryl echevarria cherylandmaxx at hotmail.com
Fri Aug 30 12:27:44 UTC 2013


Pigeon Forge and the Smokey Mountains Trip 
and coming up the rear Branson Missouri
Okay the way this will work, depending on the length of the trip meaning like I said some will be coming from the NY area and the rest will fly into the location. We can get anywhere between $25 per person with the people flying into our location of choice or $50 per person from leaving the NY Area on 7 day/ 6 night trips, this might be a two for one trip for some people, spend the day in NY City or Long Island prior to our trip to where ever we are going.
Here at the description of all of them, you all decide.
Keep voting.
All trips include bus transportation, tour guides, tips, bus driver, breakfast and dinner daily, tickets to shows or other places we will be visiting.
For these show we need a minimum of 30 to but the buses will hold 52 people. They are brand new buses within a few months old to the oldest bus about 3 to 4 years in case we need the wheelchair accessible bus.
I don't have yet the fly into prices but the prices from NY area are listed below, with the amount we can make for our division
Nashville trip between $25-50 per person fundraiser money to our organization. The trip is $702 per person double occupancy, and yes there will be payment plans and travel insurance offered.
Since we have people up here near me in NY, this trip will either be a 7 day/ 6 nights leaving from the NY Area, you can fly in the night before, and stay at a local hotel or you can fly into Nashville for 5 days/ 4 Nights 
We will let you know what time to be there at the airport to meet us for pick up and drop off
Day 1: Depart in the comfort of video and restroom equipped Motorcoach as you head for lots of excitement in Nashville. This evening you'll check into your en route hotel.
Day 2: Enjoy a Continental Breakfast before you depart for the “Music City” - Nashville, TN. Upon arrival, enjoy a relaxing Dinner and check into your Nashville area hotel for a four night stay in anticipation of the exciting days ahead.
Day 3: After enjoying a Continental Breakfast, you'll take a Guided Tour of NASHVILLE , including a stop at the Parthenon . The Parthenon is the world's only full scale reproduction of the famous Greek Temple.Then you will experience a ride on the DELTA FLATBOATS inside the OPRYLAND HOTEL . This evening you will enjoy Dinner before going to see a show at the famous GRAND OLE OPRY .
Day 4: Today, after a Continental Breakfast, you'll depart for a Guided Tour of beautiful BELLE MEADE PLANTATION . Marvel at its antebellum architecture, and learn about its unique Southern history. Belle Meade’s illustrious past has spanned from its prosperity as a Thoroughbred breeding establishment, to its perilous location at the Civil War’s Battle of Nashville, to its current restoration as a historically accurate Victorian home. A visit to Belle Meade also provides an important insight into the struggles of African Americans before the Civil War. Next, you'll have an opportunity to explore Historic Downtown Nashville. This evening, enjoy Dinner and a Show at the fabulous NASHVILLE NIGHTLIFE DINNER THEATER .
Day 5: Enjoy a Continental Breakfast, before departing for the GRAND OLE OPRY BACKSTAGE TOUR. There’s nothing like a backstage tour of the Grand Ole Opry House – it’s a must-see for everyone in Music City! Walk in the footsteps of country music’s superstars and get an exclusive look at what happens behind the scenes of the show that made country music famous! This afternoon, you'll head to the $40 million COUNTRY MUSIC HALL OF FAME . This is a state of the art cultural landmark and an architectural crown jewel of the Nashville skyline. Be amazed by its incredible array of rare costumes, instruments and historical mementos. This evening, enjoy an exclusive Diamond Tours® Dinner Party with Entertainment.
Day 6: Enjoy a Continental Breakfast before leaving for the Sunsphere Tower in Knoxville, TN. This evening, relax at your en route hotel.
Day 7: Today, after enjoying a Continental Breakfast, you depart for home... A perfect time to chat with your friends about all the fun things you’ve done, the great sights you’ve seen and where your next group trip will take you!

Smoky Mountains & Pigeon Forge Between $25-50 per person fundraiser money. same options leave from NY Area for 7 days/ 6 nights $642 per person double occupancy or fly in for 5 days/ 4 nights.
Day 1: Depart your group's location in a spacious, restroom and video equipped motorcoach and head to the Smoky Mountains! Then, settle into a comfortable en route hotel for a good night’s rest.
Day 2: Start your day with Continental Breakfast before departing for the Beautiful Smoky Mountains! Later, you'll enjoy Dinner and check into your Smoky Mountain area hotel for a four night stay. This evening, the SMOKY MOUNTAIN OPRY SHOW brings the heart and soul of music onstage with its fabulous high-energy entertainment, featuring spectacular singing, outstanding choreography, and thrilling special effects!
Day 3: Enjoy a Continental Breakfast before brightening your morning with the PATTY WASZAK SHOW, as this talented entertainer wows you by playing an array of 30 instruments and fun-filled tunes. Later, you’ll have some time on your own for shopping. Then, enjoy Dinner while celebrating the rich heritage of the Smoky Mountain logger with an evening of “axe-tion” packed fun at the LUMBERJACK FEUD DINNER SHOW! You will become part of the feudin’ fun as two rival logging families fight for survival in the Smoky Mountains. Cheer your family to victory during this feud featuring real ESPN Lumberjack athletes. It’s an axe swinging, log rolling, and tree climbing action experience unlike anything in the Smoky Mountains.
Day 4: Start your day with a Continental Breakfast, before heading off on a GUIDED TOUR OF THE GREAT SMOKY MOUNTAINS NATIONAL PARK . Afterward, enjoy free time in HISTORIC DOWNTOWN  GATLINBURG . Then, enjoy a fabulous meal and a theatrical extravaganza at the HATFIELD-MCCOY  DINNER THEATER , the Romeo and Juliet of the Mountains…with Blue Grass Country Music, singing and dancing with hilarious comedy and fun.
Day 5: Today, you’ll start your day by enjoying a Continental Breakfast before departing for the BLACKWOODS MORNING VARIETY SHOW. You are in for a real treat when you meet this fabulous family, with their distinctive blend of talents. The Blackwood family has won 8 Grammy Awards, 27 Dove Awards, and 5 All American Music awards. Sit back and enjoy the harmonious sounds and hilarious comedy of the Blackwoods! This afternoon, you’ll visit Historic Old Mill Square with its unique shops. This evening, you will enjoy a Dinner and Show at the SMITH FAMILY DINNER THEATER . A five-time winner of Best Show in the Smokies, you can look forward to an outstanding blend of classic country music, heartfelt gospel music, oldies rock-n-roll music, clean family comedy, and impersonations of famousstars you have to see to believe!
Day 6: Enjoy a Continental Breakfast before leaving for the Roanoke Farmers' Market in Roanoke, VA. This evening, relax at your en route hotel.
Day 7: Today, after enjoying a Continental Breakfast, you depart for home... a perfect time to chat with your friends about all the fun things you’ve done, the great shows you’ve seen and where your next group trip will take you!

And Finally Branson, Missouri trip from NY it is 9 Days/ 8 Nights, I suggest we all fly into Branson to do the 5 days/4 Nights.
I will get the pricing on this one as well. I am thinking it is between $550 and $650 per person.
Here is the Itinerary:
Day 1: Start your day with Continental Breakfast before departing for Branson. This evening you'll enjoy Dinner and check into your Branson area hotel for a 4 night stay.
Day 2: After enjoying a Continental Breakfast, you will see an award winning vocal powerhouse in the GEORGE DYER SHOW . George sings a variety of musical genres including power ballads, Broadwayhits, love songs, classic standards, favorite oldies, gospel, and more. Next, you'll spend some time at the $420 million project, Branson Landing . This 95 acre site on Lake Taneycomo is a magnificent shopping and entertainment complex. After Dinner, THE DUTTON FAMILY SHOW will wow you with the high- energy musical talents that led them to an impressive top ten finish on TV’s famous “America’s Got Talent” reality show!
Day 3: After enjoying a Continental Breakfast, you will marvel at DUBLIN’S IRISH TENORS with special guests THE CELTIC LADIES. With great looks and incredible voices, this hugely talented group of Ireland’s finest singers perform some of the best music of the 20th Century. Next, visit Historic Downtown Branson, with old-fashioned charm, novelty shops, and restaurants. This evening, after Dinner, you’ll experience the “IT” SHOW. It… little word…. BIG SHOW! “IT” – where over 50 amazing singers, dancers, and musicians combine their astonishing scope of talents to create Branson’s Ultimate Entertainment Experience!
Day 4: Today, after a Continental Breakfast, you'll start your day with the CASSANDRE ’: VOICE OF AN ANGEL SHOW. Cassandre's glorious voice is backed by a 10-piece orchestra, playing 40’s, 50’s, 60’s, 70’s Pop, Broadway, Gospel, Love songs, Big Band, Country, and more! Later, you'll sit down to a three- course meal onboard the famous SHOWBOAT BRANSON BELLE where you will be treated to a spectacular show as you cruise on the pristine waters of Table Rock Lake. This evening, you will be dazzled by THE HAYGOODS SHOW . This energetic family of 6 brothers and a sister boasts a soaring array of musical talents, with roots in Americana country rock and musical passions from Motown to the Beatles and more.
Day 5: Today, after a Continental Breakfast, enjoy a visit to the magnificent Gateway Arch Riverfront , and view the world-famous arch which is the symbol of St Louis. That night, enjoy Dinner and check into your en route hotel.
Fly home 


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