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Welcome
to Lodestar Tours Day Trips - January through June
You'll enjoy browsing our individual tours below. We have
many pickup locations throughout Western Pennsylvania. Keep in mind, we do reserve seating on our motorcoaches.
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2010
All Day Trips List
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Saturday, January 9, 2010 |
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Farm Show - Harrisburg, PA |
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Departs |
10:00 AM |
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Returns |
9:45 PM |
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One of the largest exhibition facilities in the East, the Pennsylvania
Farm Show is the largest indoor agricultural events in America. The Farm
Show is a true showcase of the best of Pennsylvania agricultural
products, farm equipment, livestock, farmers, and youth. You'll be sure
to find something that fits your interest and tastes at the Farm Show.
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Price Per Person: |
$38.00 |
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Sunday, January 10, 2010 |
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Menopause "the musical" - Byham Theatre - Pittsburgh, PA |
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Departs |
8:30 AM |
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Returns |
5:30 PM |
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Enjoy the hilarious celebration of Women & "the Change". The musical
pokes fun at such things as hot flashes, mood swings, wrinkles, night
sweats, and eating binges. We will stop at the Cheesecake Factory prior
to the show so that you can enjoy brunch (at your own expense). Lots of
laughs are promised at this show!
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Price Per Person: |
$76.00 |
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Thursday, February 25, 2010 |
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Cabaret Theatre - "Forever Plaid" Pittsburgh, PA |
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Departs |
9:00 PM |
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Returns |
5:00 PM |
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Don't miss this
hysterically nostalgic show as this 1950's all-male singing group is
miraculously revived to fulfill their dreams and perform the show that
they never got to when they were alive! Audiences will be rolling in
the aisles and tapping their toes as "The Plaids" perform some of the
1950's greatest hits: "Catch a Falling Star," "Three Coins in the
Fountain," "Love is a Many Splendored Thing," and "Magic Moments." A
buffet lunch will be served before the show begins.
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Price Per Person: |
$75.00 |
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Saturday, March 6, 2010 |
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Philadelphia Flower Show |
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Departs |
6:00 AM |
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Returns |
11:30 PM |
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The show this year will be the theme of "Passport to the World". They
will take you on a breathtaking floral journey around the world from
India to the Netherlands, South Africa, Brazil, Singapore and New
Zealand. Enjoy the tulips of the Netherlands with over 100,000 blooms
and experience the wild rainforest of Brazil with sparkling waterfalls,
tropical flora and exotic wildlife plus much more! This is a wonderful
day out, get ready to enjoy the spring season that will be just around
the corner for us.
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Price Per Person: |
$82.00 |
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Saturday, March 13, 2010 |
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Station Dinner Theatre
- "Luck of the Irish" Erie PA |
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Departs |
7:30 AM |
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Returns |
7:30 PM |
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Join in the comic fun
with an Irish multi-millionaire who knows that his family is just
waiting for him to die to see who inherits his fortune. One by one the
"faithful" relative show up and circle like vultures, just waiting. He
knows this, but still hopes that there is at least one of them who
really loves him. Lunch is
included.
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Price Per Person: |
$82.00 |
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Sunday, March 14, 2010 |
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Baltimore Inner Harbor St. Paddy's Day Parade |
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Departs |
8:00 AM |
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Returns |
9:30 PM |
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Baltimore kicks off wearin' of the green
every year with a grand parade hosting Irish dancers, bagpipe players in
colorful kilts and bands like the Marching Ravens. Baltimore turns a
shade of green as the festivities take over the city's downtown area by
the famous Inner Harbor.
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Price Per Person: |
$40.00 |
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Sunday, March 14, 2010 |
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"Grease" -
Benedum Center - Pittsburgh |
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Departs |
8:30 AM |
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Returns |
6:30 PM |
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GREASE is rockin’ across the country in this new
production direct from Broadway. Take a trip to a simpler time of poodle
skirts, drive-ins and T-birds. “Bad boy” Danny and “the girl next door”
Sandy fall in love all over again to the tune of your favorite songs:
“Summer Nights,” “Greased Lightning’” and “We Go Together” as well as
additional songs from the hit movie: “Grease,” “Hopelessly Devoted to
You” and “You’re the One That I Want.” GREASE is the show that’ll make
you want to stand up and shout, “A-wop-bop-a-loo-bop -A-wop-bam-boom!”
See American Idol Winner Taylor Hicks as Teen Angel. We will make a
stop at the Cheesecake Factory prior to the show. (at your own
expense)
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Price Per Person: |
$95.00 |
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Saturday, March 27, 2010 |
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Cherry Blossoms with a Tour of Our Nation's
Capital |
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Departs |
7:30 AM |
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Returns |
10:30 PM |
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We will start with a visit to the Iwo Jima Memorial and then you'll be
treated to a fabulous family style lunch at Buca di Beppo. After lunch
you'll continue with a guided tour of D.C. visiting many of our
country's monuments during the Cherry Blossom Season. Visit the World
War II Memorial, Lincoln, FDR, Vietnam and Korean
Memorials.
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Price Per Person: |
$85.00 |
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Saturday, April 3, 2010 |
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Cherry Blossoms Cruise |
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Departs |
7:00 AM |
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Returns |
11:00 PM |
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Enjoy yourself on an unparalleled view of our Nation’s Majestic
Monuments during the most beautiful time of the year with the Cherry
Blossoms in bloom. Lunch will be your choice of a variety of entrees
and desserts. After the 2 ½ hour cruise we will visit a few of the
National Monuments before returning home. No breakfast stop will be
made, so eat before you arrive at the bus or pack something to eat on
the way. This is an extremely popular trip and sells out
fast!
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Price Per Person: |
100.00 |
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Wednesday, April 14, 2010 |
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Sight & Sound Theatre "Joseph" - Lancaster, PA |
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Departs |
8:00 AM |
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Returns |
9:30 PM |
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Be the first to experience this thrilling, life-changing adventure of
Joseph's epic story of character and forgiveness at Sight and Sound.
Like his famous coat, a brilliant color scheme has been woven into every
fabric of this production with truly extraordinary music, costumes,
lights, special effects, sets, animals and more. From the fields of
Canaan to the stunning palaces of Egypt "Joseph" is an exhilarating
experience that will inspire every member of your family to dream, and
to live, for the glory of God! After this brilliant show we will take
you to Hershey Farms for a family style meal.
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This is an extremely popular trip and sells out fast! |
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Price Per Person: |
$116.00 |
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Saturday, April 17, 2010 |
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New York City |
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Departs |
6:00 AM |
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Returns |
4:00 AM |
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Spend the day in
the most remarkable city in the world. Plenty of time to shop, visit
many of the sightseeing attractions and even take in a Broadway show.
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Price Per Person: |
$72.00 |
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Tuesday, April 20, 2010 |
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Bedford Springs |
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Departs |
10:30 AM |
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Returns |
4:00 PM |
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Enjoy the beauty of a spring day at historic Bedford Springs Resort for
lunch and a historic tour of the beautiful landmark. Your buffet lunch
and the guided tour are included in the price.
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Price Per Person: |
$65.00 |
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Saturday, May 1, 2010 |
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Longwood Gardens - Wine & Jazz Festival |
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Departs |
7:00 AM |
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Returns |
10:00 PM |
Enjoy the
eclectic sounds of live jazz music, great wines from the region and
terrific food amid the spectacular backdrop of Longwood Gardens. Spend
the day listening to some of the area’s best jazz artists, enjoy cooking
demonstrations and informative talks on wine topics and sample the best
vintages from region wineries. When not enjoying the live music, great
wines and food, stroll Longwood and enjoy all of its springtime glory,
including the Flower Garden walk where 100,000 blooming tulips create a
rainbow of color. Inside Longwood’s 4-acre conservatory, fragrant and
colorful spring flowers dazzle at every turn. This tour was a huge hit
in 2009. Bring
a folding chair or blanket so that you can sit and relax during the
day and enjoy the music.
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Price Per Person |
$90.00 |
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Saturday, May 1, 2010 |
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Pittsburgh Strip District & Waterfront |
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Departs |
8:00 AM |
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Returns |
8:00 PM |
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Spring time and we are ready to shop the famous
Strip District. After
spending a few hours at the Strip District, we will board the coach and
go to the Waterfront area for dinner and shopping.
map of Strip District
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Price Per Person |
$28.00 |
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Friday, May 14, 2010 |
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Palace Theatre
"Charlie Prose" - Greensburg, PA |
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Departs |
10:00 AM |
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Returns |
5:00 PM |
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If you’ve never seen Charlie Prose live, you’re
in for a wonderful treat! And if you have seen him before, you've got
to see him again! His show is constantly changing, full of wonderfully
funny stories about life. We will stop at DeNunzio's Restaurant at the
Latrobe Airport for lunch prior to the show. A great day
out.
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Price Per Person |
$87.00 |
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Saturday, May 15, 2010 |
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Pittsburgh Zoo and Aquarium |
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Departs |
9:00 AM |
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Returns |
6:00 PM |
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One of the six major zoo and aquarium combinations
in the country, you won’t want to miss this day out. Located on 77
acres, this facility is home to thousands of animals representing
hundreds of diverse species. The PPG Aquarium has more than 4,000
aquatic animals from around the world, including penguins, stingrays,
jellyfish, electric eels and thousands of exotic fish. This tour is
always a big hit!
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Price Per Person |
$40.00 |
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Saturday, May 15, 2010 |
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Atlantic City Spinner |
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Departs |
6:00 AM |
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Returns |
2:30 AM |
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Spend the day at the Boardwalk, try your luck gambling, have a great
meal, lots to see and do in Atlantic City. You will receive a bonus
from the Casino, details to be announced.
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Price Per Person |
$70.00 |
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Saturday, May 15, 2010 |
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New York City |
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Departs |
6:00 AM |
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Returns |
4:00 AM |
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Spend the day in the most remarkable city in the world. Plenty of time
to shop, visit many of the sightseeing attractions and even take in a
Broadway show.
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tour and would like to comment on or review it, please click here!
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Price Per Person: |
$72.00 |
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Saturday, May 22, 2010 |
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Baltimore Inner Harbor |
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Departs |
8:00 AM |
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Returns |
11:00 PM |
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Spend a fun day at Baltimore Inner Harbor. You can take a boat ride,
use the water taxi to visit places like Little Italy, shop and just take
in the sidewalk shows at the Harbor. Or visit the National Aquarium and
enjoy the aquatic life, dolphins, sharks and rainforest at this famous
attraction.
$46.00 per person
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Price Per Person |
$46.00 |
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Saturday, May 22, 2010 |
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Nemacolin Woodlands - Farmington, PA |
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Departs |
9:00 AM |
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Returns |
4:00 PM |
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Situated on 2,000 mountain acres in the Laurel Highlands of western
Pennsylvania, Nemacolin Woodlands Resort is one of North America's
premier resort destinations. The Art Collection Specialist at the Resort
will guide you through the breathtaking art collection valued at close
to $45 million and after you will enjoy lunch. Time to enjoy walking
around the beautiful grounds before we leave.
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Price Per Person |
$65.00 |
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Wednesday, June 2, 2010 |
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Station Dinner Theatre "Caught in the Net" - Erie,
PA |
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Departs |
7:30 AM |
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Returns |
7:30 PM |
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The HUGE hit last year ("Run for Your Wife") continues. John Smith is
back, except now he not only has two wives, he also has two children who
found each other on the internet and want to date. This hysterical
comedy is sure to SELL OUT quickly after the response last year. Don't
get left out....sign up today. You'll be rolling in the
aisles.
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Price Per Person |
$82.00 |
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Friday, June 4, 2010 |
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Oldie's Cruise on the Gateway Clipper |
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Departs |
3:00 PM |
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Returns |
Midnight |
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Enjoy a wonderful meal while cruising the 3 Rivers
of Pittsburgh. Your entertainment is the ever popular Johnny Angel and
the Halos. End the evening with some great dancing music and see the
beautiful lights of the city.
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Price Per Person |
$85.00 |
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Saturday, June 5, 2010 |
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Strip District / Three Rivers Art Festival -
Pittsburgh, PA |
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Departs |
9:00 AM |
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Returns |
9:00 PM |
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We will start the day at one of our most popular places to visit in
Pittsburgh, The Strip District where you can shop at the stores or with
the street vendors and have lunch. Next, to the Three Rivers Arts
Festival which promises to be packed with a mix of free art, live music,
fine food, and festival fun. The most popular parts of the Three Rivers
Arts Festival are the program of free outdoor concerts, and the vibrant
artist market where artists from all over the country display and sell
their wares.
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Price Per Person |
$30.00 |
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Saturday, June 12, 2010 |
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Smithsonian Institute - Washington, DC |
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Departs |
7:00 AM |
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Returns |
10:00 PM |
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Spend a day
exploring all of the great Museums at our Nation’s Capital.
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Price Per Person |
$48.00 |
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Saturday, June 12, 2010 |
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National Air & Space Museum's Steven F. Udvar-Hazy
Center - Washington, DC |
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Departs |
7:00 AM |
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Returns |
10:00 PM |
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See more than 163 aircraft and 154 large space artifacts that are too
big for the National Mall location, plus thousands of intriguing smaller
items. The center includes the ten-story Boeing Aviation Hangar, the
80-foot high James S. McDonnell Space Hangar, immersive flight
simulators, the Airbus IMAX Theater and the Donald D. Engen Observation
Tower, which offers views of the Washington Dulles International Airport
runways. The aircraft and spacecraft are displayed in huge open hangars
on the main floor, where visitors can walk among them, and on two levels
suspended from the ceiling. A series of skywalks bring visitors
nose-to-nose with the vehicles suspended from the ceiling, hung to
replicate their flight maneuvers. Enjoy the current show at the Airbus
IMAX Theatre.
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Price Per Person |
$60.00 |
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Saturday, June 19, 2010 |
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Amish Brown Bag -
Sugarcreek, Ohio |
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Departs |
6:00 AM |
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Returns |
10:00 PM |
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Spend the day in Amish Country, visit a mill, enjoy a wagon ride at an
animal farm, a bakery, and the Walnut Creek Cheese Store for an ice
cream treat. Enjoy a family style feast at an Amish home. Each place
you visit will give you a gift. A great day out! Everyone loves
this trip!
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Price Per Person |
$88.00 |
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for protection in case you need to cancel in the event of a
sudden emergency before or during your trip.
Please note that if the insurance is purchased within 7 days of initial trip
payment,
the Pre-Existing Medical Condition Exclusion will be waived.
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