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December 6 - 11, 2025
Holiday Time in New York City!

We are thrilled to be going to New York City, especially at Christmas time. Explore all New York City has to offer featuring 4-nights in the heart of iconic Times Square.
Here are a few highlights of this fabulous holiday tour.
• Orchestra seats at Radio City Music Hall for a performance featuring the high-kicking precision of the world-famous Rockettes.
• Guided tour of Lower Manhattan to see Madison Square Garden, the Empire State Building, Wall Street, the 9/11 Memorial, and more.
• Orchestra seats at two delightful Broadway musicals.
• Delight in the holiday decorations along Fifth Avenue and Rockefeller Center. Finish it off with a horse-drawn carriage ride in Central Park.
• Choose between self-guided audio tours at Liberty Island or Ellis Island.
• Enjoy a Slice of Brooklyn Pizza tour
You will be filled with the holiday spirit from the wonderful time we spent in New York City

January 24 - February 1, 2026
Eastern Caribbean Cruise 

Are you ready to enjoy a tropical cruise? You’ll be taking with you sun-soaked Caribbean memories to last a lifetime! Join us as we cruise the water, stopping at these beautiful locations: Puerto Plata, St. Thomas, Tortola, and Great Stirrup Cay. There are many attractions to these places that will make you want to stay! In Puerto Plata, you can take a cable ride to Pico Isabel de Torres, which stands over 2,600 feet high. If you are a person who likes to be challenged, take this hike that extends 1,780 feet up Sage Mountain in Tortola. Or if you want to enjoy the sun, you can spend your day at the beach! You have to see this for yourself, it's one of those things you'll regret missing! 

February 24 - March 7, 2026
Ultimate Kenya flying Safari 

Our Flying Safari gives you direct access to Kenya’s wilderness, offering some of the most exquisite luxury lodges and camps in the parks. Our carefully designed safari program allows you to fly in style between the top lodges and camps, with the best driver-guides and the finest wildlife watching that Kenya has to offer. You will spend 2 nights in Amboseli, 2-nights at the Lake Elementaita area, and 3-nights in the Masai Mara. No second is wasted, giving you more time to revel in the sights, smells, sounds, and sensations of the African bush. You don't want to miss this photo safari of a lifetime. Email or call today about this tour! 

April 17 - May 2, 2026
Best of Japan Cruise  

Welcome to Japan! You will have a 2-night stay in Tokyo, then board the Celebrity Cruise Line's Millenium. Explore all that Japan has to offer including: 

• Immerse yourself in the heart of Tokyo, where tradition meets modern innovation. Visit the grounds of the historic Imperial Palace, the seat of power for the Japanese imperial family. Once the site of Edo Castle and home to the powerful Tokugawa shoguns, today the palace serves as the main residence of the Emperor of Japan, and its gardens offer a tranquil escape from the bustling city.
• Step into the vibrant city of Asakusa. Wander along the centuries-old bustling Nakamise Shopping Street, lined with traditional shops offering a delightful array of souvenirs and local delicacies.
• Embark on a journey through time and witness 400 years of history at the Edo-Tokyo Museum. Explore the life-size replica of Nihonbashi, which was the bridge leading into Edo, and scale models of historic towns and buildings tracing the city's development from the Tokugawa shogunate to the modern Showa era.
• Visit Ameyoko Shopping Street, an open market with stalls featuring fresh produce, street food, fashion items, cosmetics, and other souvenirs.
• On clear days, Mount Fuji (Fuji-san) can be seen from Tokyo, 60 miles away! This sacred symbol of Japan was forbidden to women until the early 1900s. Shimizu port offers stunning views, while Miho-no-Matsubara beach provides clear sights framed by pine trees.
• Make port in Osaka, a vibrant city known for its culinary scene. A short distance away is historic Kyoto, the capital of Japan for more than 1,000 years. Explore stunning landscapes, zen gardens, or visit one of the 17 different World Heritages Sites nestled amongst the cherry blossom and ginkgo trees.
• Situated on the southern coast of Japan’s smallest island, Kochi is small and friendly, boasting several attractions of interest.
• Experience Busan, South Korea, a premier trading port, adjacent to the Korean Straits and Japan, that makes it an international metropolis but its beautiful sea vistas make it a charming place to unwind. Take in the serenity of Beomeo-sa Temple, climb the Busan Tower in Yongdusan Park and rejuvenate at Hushimchung Spa.
• Take in the stunning views and vibrant nightlife of Nagasaki, a historically rich city. Explore hot springs, museums and temples, and stroll through streets influenced by Chinese and European cultures. Don’t miss Nagasaki Peace Park, which commemorates the events of the second atomic bomb in 1945.
• Explore Kagoshima with its pleasant climate and palm-lined streets. Notable attractions include the Kagoshima Aquarium and Sengan-en gardens. Visit Yakushima Island, unwind in hot springs, and enjoy Yurigahama Beach, where a shifting sandbar enhances the charm of this unique destination.

You’ll be taking with you fond memories of cherry blossoms and the warmth of the “Land of the Rising Sun.” Until next time, Sayōnara! Plan to join us today! 

June 8 - 19, 2026
Alaska – by land & sea

From the moment you step on the cruise, you'll be surrounded by jaw-dropping views and fresh mountain air. Watch for bears and eagles in the wild, watch the waters for breaching whales, and snap tons of photos of places you've only seen in magazines. From peaceful forests to lively coastal towns, Alaska has a little bit of everything. Stroll through charming villages, meet new friends, and even spot a puffin or two. Try dog sledding or take a floatplane ride to get a bird's-eye view of all the other wildlife you may not have seen before! 

July 9 - 18, 2026
Iceland - the land of fire and ice 

Join us on this adventure to the Land of Fire and Ice! Explore all that Iceland has to offer including: 

• Visit the Viking World Museum.
• Travel to Husafell, home of Iceland's second-largest glacier.
• Enter the blue heart of Langjokull Glacier via super truck glacier vehicle.
• Pass through the Valley of the Horses. The Valley is known as the Mecca of horsemanship thanks to its abundance of Icelandic horses.
• Take in Goðafoss Waterfall, known locally as the Waterfall of the Gods for its godlike beauty and one of the most spectacular falls in Iceland.
• Get a start in the Mytvatn Nature Baths, also known as the Blue Lagoon of the North. This natural experience is a relaxing dip in clouds of steam rising from a fissure deep in
  the earth's surface, followed by a swim in a pool of geothermal water that is drawn from depths of up to 6000 ft.
• Visit Hverir, a large geothermal field of bubbling mud pools, hissing fumaroles, and sticky red soil. You'll soon realize why Iceland is named the Land of Fire and Ice. It's also the closest you'll ever get to Mars on Earth!
• Journey onto Dettifoss Waterfall, the most powerful waterfall in Europe, and most voluminous in Iceland. Measuring 144 ft. high and 328 ft. wide, Dettifoss is referred to as “The Beast” and known for its power rather than its appearance. That said, the waterfall is stunning, extremely large, and the mist from the falls is visible from several miles away.
• Arrive at the magnificent Jökulsarlón Glacier Lagoon, the largest ice lagoon in Iceland! Take a boat cruise and see with your own eyes giant, incredibly shaped icebergs, transparent and opaque ice, and even deep jewel blue ice. The atmospheric gray streaks showing within some of the icebergs will remind you Iceland is a volcanic land with a great fiery heart.
• Enjoy a stop at Geysir and Strokkur geysers. The first spring, Great Geysir, is the most spectacular. It can spout boiling water up to 230 ft. It's also famous for the fact that it gave its name to all other geysers in the world. Its only fault is that it erupts only 4 to 5 times a day. The nearby Strokkur geyser shoots over 100 ft. every 10 minutes. Have your camera ready to capture amazing pictures right before the eruption, when the water is formed in the shape of a blue egg.

Fond memories of the Land of Fire and Ice will remain forever! Join us for this tour today! 
 

August 3 - 10, 2026
Colorado Rail Adventure 

All aboard for the time of your life! Our adventure starts in Denver where we will board the Georgetown Loop Railroad. Completed in 1884, this spectacular stretch of three-foot, narrow-gauge railroad was considered an engineering marvel for its time. We make our way through the Rocky Mountains to the charming town of Palisade. We’ll check into the boutique-style Wine Country Inn for two nights. This beautiful, Victorian hotel sits in the middle of a 21 acre vineyard that produces the grapes for their signature label wines. Then, we travel to the southwestern corner of Colorado via the Million Dollar Highway - one of the most beautiful roads in all of Colorado! The road winds and clings to the mountain, providing dramatic views at every turn. It's all aboard the Durango & Silverton Scenic Railroad! Recognized as one of the Top Three Most Exciting Train Journeys in the World, our vintage steam locomotive navigates the same tracks that miners, cowboys, and settlers of the Old West took over a century ago. On day six, we’re off for another train adventure as we climb aboard the Cumbres & Toltec Scenic Railroad, a National Historic Landmark. Our 64-mile journey via coal-fired, steam engines travels through steep mountain canyons, high desert, and lush meadows as we zig zag between the Colorado and New Mexico border. We’ll visit the unique and beautiful Great Sand Dunes National Park and Preserve. The tallest dunes in North America are the centerpiece here in a diverse landscape of grasslands, wetlands, conifer and aspen forests, alpine lakes, and tundra. We’ll get up close and personal with this beautiful landscape on an exciting 4x4 off-road Jeep Tour! This afternoon we hit the rails one last time and experience one of America’s most spectacular rail journeys aboard the Royal Gorge Route Railroad. In 1905, President Teddy Roosevelt described it best as “the trip that bankrupts the English language.” We’ll all be singing “Rocky Mountain High” before the ride is over! Our final day is filled with more beauty and awe as we begin with the National Historic Landmark Garden of the Gods. This tour is simply breathtaking, with the abundant beauty and vast history of Colorado. 

September 18 - 27, 2026
Switzerland and the Lakes of Northern Italy 

Launch your love affair with Switzerland and the Italian Lakes in the sophisticated lakeside city of Geneva, an international city with all the charm of its Swiss traditions. Travel by train to the resort town of Zermatt, located at the foothills of the imposing Matterhorn. The scenic train ride runs along Lake Geneva, through the Rhone Valley, and into the Matter Valley. The journey takes approximately 4 hours, with a train change in Visp. Located at an elevation of 5,250 feet, the village of Zermatt lies below the iconic, pyramid-shaped Matterhorn peak. Join us on Zermatt's highest and most spectacular mountain ride to the top of the world! Take in stunning views of 38 peaks and 14 glaciers as you ascend via gondola to Furi station, followed by a cable car ride to the Trockener Steg station, and then Europe's highest cable car (12,740 feet) to view the magnificent snow-capped top of the world. During your journey, take in stunning views. One of the main reasons to visit Matterhorn Glacier Paradise is the unparalleled 360° view of Switzerland, France, and Italy from the highest viewing platform in the Alps! Embrace the glamour and romance of a bygone era as you watch the epic alpine landscapes drift past from the comfort of the world-famous Glacier Express! From the foot of the Matterhorn in Zermatt, the eight-hour panoramic journey takes you over 291 bridges and through 91 tunnels into the high Alpine Valley of the Engadine Lakeland near St. Moritz. A truly unforgettable journey full of highlights, passing through the heart of the Swiss Alps! Travel a short distance to the glistening blue waters of Lake Como, a bucket-list destination known for its scenic shores, exclusive luxury villas, and frequent celebrity sightings! While Lake Como is a playground for the rich and famous, the natural beauty and culture of the area are surprisingly accessible. Wander through the sophisticated streets of Milan, joining your Local Guide on a tour that will reveal the city's iconic and unexpected highlights. See the Gothic Cathedral, glass-domed Galleria, and La Scala Opera House, one of the finest opera houses in the world. Later, visit the Armani Silos, a cultural space and museum dedicated to the legacy of renowned Italian fashion designer Giorgio Armani. Gain a unique insight into the artistry and vision of one of fashion's most influential figures. Relish a full day to relax and enjoy Lake Maggiore. Join us on this trip of a lifetime! 

November 30 - December 8, 2026
Christmas in Paris on the Seine River 

Kick your holidays off in Paris on the Seine River. Enjoy Christmas carols and French gourmet cuisine with a private concert at Rouen Notre Dame Cathedral and chocolate sampling. We’ll learn about Monet & his work. See Paris, the city of lights, in all her glory. View the Eiffel Tower twinkling at night and Champs Elysees all decked out with Christmas lights.