“You have brains in your head.   You have feet in your shoes.   You can steer yourself any direction you choose.” – Dr Seuss

 

 

Departure Locations:
All Day Trips depart from the Clio Kmart parking lot at exit 131 off I-75. It is located on Vienna Rd.
We park in the center in front of the old Kmart.
All Overnight Trips depart from City Parking Lot across from our office. Corner of Railway and Young
Streets. The Clio Police keep an eye on our cars while we are gone.

 

Please note: For Lancaster Trips!
There will be no departure meeting for these trips. They are bus trips and are very casual. Plan for the weather. It will
likely be warm. Bring a hat, wear comfortable walking shoes. Luggage handling is included. You will be responsible for
your own carry-on.

 

 

This symbol next to a trip indicates a connection to the Semiquincentennial of our country. 2026 is the 250th birthday
of our country! Let’s Celebrate !!                 AMERICA  250

 

 

 

Starbright Christmas # 2 – Petrolia              
Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2025
Cost: $125.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: SOLD OUT !!
***Passport or MI Enhanced Driver License required***
We will head to Petrolia, Ontario and after a delicious lunch, enjoy an afternoon production of Starbright Christmas
Celebration, a musical collection of Christmas songs, singers, dancers and choirs, at the Victoria Playhouse.
Lunch will be included at Crabby Joes in Petrolia. There will be a light supper stop “on your own” on the way home
after we return to Michigan. There is no need to worry about having any Canadian money. We’ll return to Clio about 7:30.

 

Starbright Christmas # 3 – Petrolia            
Date: Wednesday, December 3, 2025
Cost: $125.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: SOLD OUT !!
***Passport or MI Enhanced Driver License required***
We will head to Petrolia, Ontario and after a delicious  lunch, enjoy an afternoon production of Starbright Christmas
Celebration, a musical collection of Christmas songs, singers, dancers and choirs, at the Victoria Playhouse.
Lunch will be included at Actor’s in Petrolia. There will be a light supper stop “on your own” on the way home after we
return to Michigan. We’ll return to Clio about 7:30.

 

A Christmas Carol                   
Date: Wednesday, December 10, 2025
Cost: $80.00 per person
Departure: 11:00 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: SOLD OUT !!
Everyone’s favorite holiday classic captivates audiences for the 43rd year with the tale of a mean-spirited miser and
the ghosts that haunt him.
The cost includes the motorcoach, driver tip and tickets to the 2:00 matinee. A light lunch stop will be on your own at
Great Lakes Crossings before heading to Meadow Brook.

 

Cirque Dreams Holidaze
Date: Thursday, December 11, 2025,
Cost: $118.00 per person
Departure: 4:30 p.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: SOLD OUT !!  WAIT LIST STARTED !!

The whimsical world of Cirque Dreams: Holidaze tumbles into Detroit’s Fox Theatre for a spectacular show. More than
30 artists—acrobats, singers, dancers and illusionists— bring 20 holiday scenes to life, featuring gingerbread men
flipping through the air and toy soldiers marching on high wires.
Now in its 16th season, Holidaze has played to over a million viewers worldwide with Broadway-style musical
numbers, 300 imaginative costumes and jaw-dropping feats reminiscent of Cirque du Soleil. Detroit’s 1928 movie palace adds Art Deco grandeur to acts like the 50-foot tree- balanced aerial loop and a snowstorm finale that blankets the orchestra. Bundle up for Campus Martius ice-skating, then step inside Fox’s warm glow where sugar plums pirouette overhead. We have great seats at the beautiful Fox Theatre on the main floor for the 7:30 performance. There will be a light supper stop on your own at Great Lakes Crossings on the way to Detroit.

 

The Naughty List – Turkeyville # 2              
Date: Tuesday, December 16, 2025
Cost: $95.00 per person
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: 12 Seats Available!
This day trip to Turkeyville will feature the delicious turkey dinner, the show, an Actor Talk Back and the motorcoach as
well as tips!  Sparkles the Elf dances like a snowflake and has the voice of a snow angel, and she is always the star of the
annual Christmas Pageant at Santa’s Workshop. But when a new and talented elf comes onto the scene and threatens
to steal the spotlight, Sparkles is overwhelmed with feelings of jealousy that threaten to land her on … the Naughty List!

 

Christmas Mystery Trip
Dates: Saturday December 27 – Monday December  29, 2025
Cost: $650.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $100.00 per person
Cancellation Protection: $70.00 per person
Final Payment: Now due!
Departure: 7:00 a.m. from the City Lot on the corner of Young and Railway Streets.
Status: Sold Out! Wait List Started!
It is that time of year again to prepare for our annual Christmas Mystery Trip! The kids and grandkids have gone
home and it is time for you to relax and have some fun! There will be 2 nights lodging included, 2 breakfasts, 2 lunches and
2 dinners. All activities are included.
Single: $800.00;        Triple occupancy: $600.00 per person
Everything is casual dress. Plan for the weather, dress in layers. Pack light as everyone will take their own bags to
their room. Both nights will be at the same hotel.      We will likely return about 8:00 – 8:30 p.m.

               Welcome 2026!      Happy New Year!     AMERICA  250 !!

 

All Shook Up                        
Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2026
Cost: $80.00 per person
Departure: 11:00 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: SOLD OUT !!
This crowd-pleasing musical is inspired by and features the songs of Elvis Presley. It is 1955, and into a square little
town in a square little state rides a guitar-playing young man who changes everything and everyone he meets in this hip-
swiveling, lip-curling musical fantasy that’ll have you jumpin’ out of your blue suede shoes with such classics as
“Heartbreak Hotel,” “Jailhouse Rock,” and “Don’t Be Cruel”.
The cost includes the motorcoach, driver tip and tickets to the 2:00 matinee. A light lunch stop will be on your own at
Great Lakes Crossings before heading to Meadow Brook.

 

Detroit Auto Show          
Date: Thursday, January 22, 2026
Cost: $65.00 per person
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Seats Available!
The North American International Auto Show is returning to January and will be held at Huntington Place (formerly
Cobo Hall) in Detroit. You will have about 4 hours to explore the Auto Show. We will leave at 3:30 p.m. for the trip home
with a supper stop on the way which will be on your own. Your payment will reserve your seat. Cost includes the
motorcoach and the admission ticket for the auto show. You are welcome to bring a lunch or snack on the bus or get
something from the food vendors at the Auto Show.
The 2026 Detroit Auto Show is evolving to deliver an even more dynamic and engaging experience for our
partners, the industry and attendees. With an enhanced format designed to drive innovation, connections, and
excitement, the Detroit Auto Show is setting the stage for continued growth and impact. Major partners including
Racing Day presented by the Detroit Grand Prix are confirmed to participate in the 2026 show, with a series of
exciting announcements to follow this year.

 

Chicago – the Musical       
Date: Sunday, January 25, 2026
Cost: $120.00 per person
Departure: 4:30 p.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: 9 seats available 
There’s never been a better time to experience CHICAGO, Broadway’s razzle-dazzle smash. This
triumphant hit musical is the recipient of six Tony Awards®, two Olivier Awards, a Grammy®, thousands of standing
Ovations and now the # 1 longest running American musical in Broadway history. CHICAGO has everything that makes
Broadway great: a universal tale of fame, fortune and all that jazz; one show-stopping song after another; and the most
astonishing dancing you’ve ever seen. It’s no surprise that CHICAGO has wowed audiences from Mexico City to
Moscow, from Sao Paulo to South Africa. Whether you’re looking for your first Broadway musical, whether you’ve seen
the Academy Award® – winning film and want to experience the show live on stage or whether you’ve seen it before and
want to recapture the magic, CHICAGO always delivers!
Please have a good Sunday meal before coming to bus or bring a snack. The mall closes early on Sunday and we
will be heading straight to the Macomb Center for Performing Arts for the 6:30 p.m. performance.

 

Genitti’s                    
Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Cost: $95.00 per person
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from the Clio Kmart
Status: 7 seats available !!
Join us for a trip to Genitti’s in Northville for an Italian meal and show! The seven-course family-style Italian dinner
is a guaranteed delight. The dinner starts off with homemade Italian wedding soup followed by pasta, antipasto salad, then
Italian sausage with green peppers and onions, Italian steak with potatoes, baked chicken with zucchini and cannoli for
dessert! Following the meal, we will enjoy an interactive show. Who knows what will happen!
The cost includes the motorcoach, the dinner and the show as well as gratuities! We should return to Clio between
3:30 and 4:00 – perfect for those who like an early return before it gets dark!

 

Red Wings Game                    100th Anniversary!         
Date: Tuesday, January 27, 2026
Cost: $130.00 per person
Departure: 5:00 p.m. from the Clio K-mart
Status:  4 seats available!
Our seats this year are in section 116 on the lower level!
The cost includes motorcoach transportation and the ticket to the 7:00 p.m. game against the Carolina Panthers. We will
plan to eat at the stadium.
Remember Little Caesar’s Arena has gone cashless and accepts credit cards at the food vendors. If you bring cash,
there is a machine that will exchange your cash for a card to use at the concessions. Also, please be aware that bags or
purses are no longer allowed. Below is the bag policy.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Exploring South Africa # 1                    
Dates:  Monday February 2 – Monday February 16, 2026
Cost: $9098.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $1297.00 per person (includes cancellation)
Final payment due: December 4, 2025
Status: Seat may be available !!
This is a 15-day trip to South Africa including Victoria Falls & Botswana. This particular trip is designed as a small
group exploration with 8 wildlife safaris, 2 National Parks, Cape Winelands, Cape Town, Table Mountain and more.
The cost includes the airflight, transfers to and from the airports, cancellation and insurance. Since this is a more
unique experience, the space available is considered a small group and will be limited to 19 people. Visas, vaccines, and
Malaria pills will be an additional expense.
“Malaria pills are recommended when visiting Zimbabwe and Botswana. Consult your physician 2-3 weeks prior to departure.”
We will discuss any other vaccines that may be required at the Departure Meeting. Please plan on attending the
Departure Meeting on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the office. Ed from Collette Vacations will be
there to share his visit to South Africa and provide helpful tips. All three groups will be attending the same departure meeting!
At the Departure Meeting we will discuss packing, the itinerary and receive our packets with all you need to know for this trip.

 

Phantom of the Opera                 
Date: Wednesday, February 4, 2026
Cost: $140.00 per person
Departure: 4:30 p.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: SOLD OUT !! WAIT LIST STARTED !!
THE PHANTOM OF THE OPERA is widely considered one of the most beautiful and spectacular productions in
history, playing to over 160 million people in 47 territories and 195 cities in 21 languages. Andrew Lloyd Webber’s
romantic, haunting, and soaring score includes “The Music of the Night,” “All I Ask of You,” “Wishing You Were
Somehow Here Again,” “Masquerade,” and the iconic title song. It tells the tale of a disfigured musical genius known
only as ‘The Phantom’ who haunts the depths of the Paris Opera House. Mesmerized by the talents and beauty of a
young soprano, Christine, The Phantom lures her as his protégé and falls fiercely in love with her. Unaware of
Christine’s love for Raoul, The Phantom’s obsession sets the scene for a dramatic turn of events where jealousy,
madness, and passions collide.
The cost includes the motorcoach, driver tip and tickets to the 7:30 p.m. show. A light supper stop will be on your own
at Great Lakes Crossings before heading to Detroit Opera House.

 

Lovin’ Spoonful               
Date: Saturday, February 7, 2026
Cost: $88.00 per person
Departure: 4:30 p.m. from the Clio Kmart
Status: Over Half Full!
Featuring founding member Steve Boone, The Lovin’ Spoonful, a beloved ’60s band, created timeless hits with a
unique blend of jug band, folk, country, blues and rock ‘n’ roll. Emerging from the vibrant Greenwich Village music
scene, their “good time music” influenced legends like The Kinks, Cream and the Grateful Dead. Led by John
Sebastian, with Steve Boone, Joe Butler, and Zal Yanovsky, they stormed the charts with hits like “Do You Believe in
Magic,” “Daydream” and “Summer in the City.” Their charm and catchy tunes earned them the title “America’s answer to
the Beatles,” with Paul McCartney citing “Daydream” as an inspiration for “Good Day Sunshine.” Steve Boone, a
founding member of The Lovin’ Spoonful, continues to tour and celebrate the band’s extensive catalog of hits, delighting
both longtime fans and new listeners. Join us for a sentimental voyage with one of the ’60s’ most beloved
groups, now honored in the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame!
The cost includes the motorcoach, driver tip and tickets to the 7:30 p.m. show. A light supper stop will be on your
own at Great Lakes Crossings before heading to Macomb Center for Performing Arts.

 

The Classic King                   New!
Date: Wednesday, February 11, 2026
Cost: $90.00 per person
Departure: 1:00 p.m. from the Clio Kmart
In paying tribute to timeless automobiles, The Classic King paints a comic and heartbreaking portrait of three
veteran used-car salesmen at a Metro-Detroit dealership, struggling to cope with a changing industry and modern
customers. When a sharp Gen Z salesman joins the team, he proposes a daring scheme to save the dealership – and
its “dinosaur” salesmen – from extinction.
This 3:00 production at the Purple Rose Theatre is a world premiere by Richard Johnson and directed by Jeff
Daniels. Eat a lunch before coming to the bus or bring something with you. The cost includes the ticket and the
motorcoach transportation. There will be no meal stop. We should arrive home between 6:00 p.m. and 6:30 p.m.
*Contains adult language & subject matter.

 

Exploring South Africa # 2                
Dates: Friday February 13 – Friday February 27, 2026
Cost: $9098.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $1297.00 per person (includes cancellation)
Final payment due: December 4, 2025
Status: SOLD OUT !!  Same as Trip # 1.
“Malaria pills are recommended when visiting Zimbabwe and Botswana. Consult your physician 2-3 weeks prior to
departure.”
We will discuss any other vaccines that may be required at the Departure Meeting. Please plan on attending the
Departure Meeting on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the office. Ed from Collette Vacations will be
there to share his visit to South Africa and provide helpful tips. All three groups will be attending the same departure meeting!

 

Hollywood Nights – Bob Seger                   
Date: Friday, February 20, 2026
Cost: $98.00 per person
Departure: 4:30 p.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: 15 seats available!
Get ready for an unforgettable night. Step into the electrifying world of Hollywood Nights – The Bob Seger
Experience! This sensational nine-piece band from New Jersey delivers the ultimate tribute to Bob Seger and the
Silver Bullet Band, capturing the raw energy and iconic raspy vocals that define Seger’s legendary performances.
Feel the thrill as they bring Bob Seger’s timeless hits to life, celebrating over 30 years of musical magic. For devoted
fans, this is a must-see event that promises to be a night of pure rock ‘n’ roll excitement. Be sure to catch this incredible
concert and sing along to Seger hits like “Old Time Rock & Roll,” “Turn the Page” and “Still the Same.”
The cost includes the motorcoach, driver tip and tickets to the 7:30 p.m. show. A light supper stop will be on your
own at Great Lakes Crossings before heading to Macomb Center for Performing Arts.

 

Taste of Broadway – Turkeyville               
Date: Tuesday, February 24, 2026
Cost: $95.00 per person
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: 8 Seats Available!!
This day trip to Turkeyville will feature a brand-new format! Please see the letter below from Dexter Brigham.

Dear Patron,
Thank you so much for joining us for “A Taste of Broadway” to kick off our 40th anniversary season this
February. We are very excited to bring you a completely new and different spin on the dinner theatre experience. Let go of
everything you know about how dinner is “supposed” to work and join us on a fun adventure where we mix food and song
and stoMelLing in a totally different way.
The first thing you need to know is that instead of splitting the meal and show into two distinct parts, A Taste of
Broadway will mix the two, pairing four exciting recipes with four Broadwav shows.
Going Green: The salad course will be paired with a 30- minute summary of the musical WICKED, featuring a handful
of the most popular songs from the show.
Unsavory Characters: The criminally delicious soup course will be accompanied by a similar overview of the murderous
musical, CHICAGO.
Entre At Your Own Risk: For the main course, we give you heaping spoonfuls of one of the classics, GUYS & DOLLS.
If luck be a lady, she is smiling down on you.
Blonde Ambition: We will wrap things up with a dessert course inspired by the relatively new musical, LEGALLY
BLONDE.
The first course will be served at 12pm, with a new course beginning roughly every 45 minutes. The meal and the
performance will conclude by 3:30pm.
Thanks again for joining us for A Taste of Broadway, and we look forward to entertaining

Best Regards,

Dexter Brigham

 

What The Constitution Means To Me                                     AMERICA  250
Date: Wednesday, March 4, 2026
Cost: $80.00 per person
Departure: 11:00 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Seats available!
Written from her own life story, fifteen-year-old Heidi Schreck paid her college tuition by speaking in debate
competitions across the country; now older she tells the story of four generations of extraordinary women in her family
whose lives were shaped by the Constitution. Heidi Schreck’s hilarious, hopeful and achingly human play
breathes new life into our Constitution and imagines how it will shape the next generation of Americans.
The cost includes the motorcoach, driver tip and tickets to the 2:00 matinee. A light lunch stop will be on your own at
Great Lakes Crossings before heading to Meadow Brook.

 

South Africa Trip # 3     
Dates: Monday March 9 – Monday March 23, 2026
Cost: $9098.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $1297.00 per person (includes cancellation)
Final payment due: December 4, 2025
Status:  SOLD OUT !!
Same as Trip # 1  See above!
Please plan on attending the Departure Meeting on Tuesday, January 20, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. at the office. Ed
from Collette Vacations will be there to share his visit to South Africa and provide helpful tips.

 

Manhattan Dolls – Turkeyville                 AMERICA  250
Date: Wednesday, March 11, 2026
Cost: $95.00 per person
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Seats available!
This day trip to Turkeyville will feature the delicious turkey dinner, the show, an Actor Talk Back and the motorcoach as
well as tips! The Dolls return with their new patriotic show:   A Salute to America!

 

Menopause the Musical 2
Date: Sunday, March 15, 2026
Cost: $100.00 per person
Departure: 12:15 p.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Half Full !!

All aboard, sisters! The hysterical sequel to the smash- hit Menopause The Musical® is finally here! Five years after

their chance encounter in a department store, we set sail with our beloved ladies for more high jinks on the high
seas. Menopause The Musical 2: Cruising Through ‘The Change’® is a hilarious and heartfelt look at the joys of
menopause and friendship — plus hot flashes, mood swings, and memory lapses! Join us on a trip of self-
discovery, backed by a new soundtrack of toe-tapping parodied hits from the ’70s, ’80s and ’90s. For these four
ladies, menopause was not the end, but the beginning of a beautiful friendship where love conquers all, and friendships
never fail. Bring your “flashy” friends for an afternoon of fun and laughter!
The cost includes the motorcoach, driver tip and tickets to the 2:00 p.m. matinee. There will not be a lunch / supper
stop since it is mid afternoon. Eat a good lunch before we depart or bring a snack on the bus. We have main floor seats
at the Macomb Center for Performing Arts.

 

Mamma Mia                 
Date: Tuesday, March 24, 2026
Cost: $115.00 per person
Departure: 4:30 p.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: SOLD OUT !!
A mother. A daughter. 3 possible dads. And a trip down the aisle you’ll never forget.
Set on a Greek island paradise where the sun always shines, a tale of love, friendship and identity is beautifuly told
through the timeless hits of ABBA. On the eve of her wedding, a daughter’s quest to discover the father she’s
never known brings three men from her mother’s past back to the island they last visited years ago.
For nearly 25 years, people all around the world have fallen in love with the characters, the story and the music that
make Mamma Mia! The ultimate feel-good show.
The cost includes the motorcoach, driver tip and tickets to the 7:30 p.m. show at the Fisher Theater in Detroit!. A light
supper stop will be on your own at Great Lakes Crossings before heading to our main floor seats at the Fisher.

 

Dial M for Murder – Turkeyville               
Date: Thursday, March 26, 2026
Cost: $95.00 per person
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Half Full !!
This day trip to Turkeyville will feature the delicious turkey dinner, the show, an Actor Talk Back and the motorcoach as
well as tips!
This classic psychological thriller unravels an elegant mystery about an ex-tennis star who plots to kill his wealthy
wife. The original play enjoyed a long successful run on Broadway and was later adapted for the screen by Alred Hitchcock.

 

Lion King                          
Date: Tuesday, March 31, 2026
Cost: $140.00 per person
Departure: 4:30 p.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: SOLD OUT !! Wait list started !!
Giraffes strut. Birds swoop. Gazelles leap. The entire Serengeti comes to life as never before. And as the music
soars, Pride Rock slowly emerges from the mist. This is Disney’s THE LION KING, making its triumphant return to
the Detroit Opera House!
More than 100 million people around the world have experienced the awe-inspiring visual artistry, the
unforgettable music, and the uniquely theatrical storytelling of this Broadway spectacular – one of the most breathtaking
and beloved productions ever to grace the stage. Winner of six Tony Awards®, including Best Musical, THE
LION KING brings together one of the most imaginative creative teams on Broadway. Tony Award®-winning
director Julie Taymor brings to life a story filled with hope and adventure set against an amazing backdrop of stunning
visuals. THE LION KING also features the extraordinary work of Tony Award®-winning choreographer Garth Fagan
and some of Broadway’s most recognizable music, crafted by Tony Award®-winning artists Elton John and Tim Rice.
There is simply nothing else like THE LION KING.
The cost includes the motorcoach, driver tip and tickets to the 7:30 p.m. show at the Detroit Opera House. A light
supper stop will be on your own at Great Lakes Crossings before heading to our main floor seats.

 

Come From Away                          
Date: Wednesday, April 1, 2026
Cost: $80.00 per person
Departure: 11:00 from the Clio Kmart
Status: 12 seats available !!
Following a true story during the 9/11 attacks, 38 planes and 6579 passengers were forced to land in Gander,
Newfoundland, doubling the population of one small town on the edge of the world. Based on interviews with locals,
Come From Away is about how hosting this international community of strangers spurred unexpected camaraderie in
extraordinary circumstances.
The cost includes the motorcoach, driver tip and tickets to the 2:00 matinee. A light lunch stop will be on your own at
Great Lakes Crossings before heading to Meadow Brook.

 

Music Man                       
Date: Thursday, April 2, 2026
Cost: 118.00 per person
Departure: 4:30 p.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: SOLD OUT !!
The Music Man is a musical with book, music, and lyrics by Meredith Willson, based on a story by Willson
and Franklin Lacey. The plot concerns a con man Harold Hill, who poses as a boys’ band organizer and leader and
sells band instruments and uniforms to naïve Midwestern townsfolk, promising to train the members of the new band.
Harold is no musician, however, and plans to skip town without giving any music lessons. Prim librarian and piano
teacher Marian sees through him, but when Harold helps her younger brother overcome his lisp and social awkwardness,
Marian begins to fall in love with him. He risks being caught to win her heart.
The cost includes the motorcoach, driver tip and tickets to the 7:30 p.m. show at the Fox Theater in Detroit! A light
supper stop will be on your own at Great Lakes Crossings before heading to our main floor seats at the Fox.

 

Route 66: 100 Years of the Mother Road 1926 – 2026
Dates: Monday April 13 – Saturday May 2, 2026.
Cost: $6720.00 per person, double occupancy
Deposit: $600.00 per person (includes cancellation protection valued at $300.00 per person)
Single Price: $9220.00
Status: A few seats may be available !!
Final payment due: February 1, 2026
Route 66 will be 100 years old in 2026.
The trip will be taken by motorcoach and will travel through Illinois, Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New
Mexico, Arizona and California. While the route will be the same going west and returning eastbound, we will stop in
different places and see different roadside attractions in each direction. This will keep the trip fresh even though we
will be traveling the same highway. I created a new word… ALAWAH! This stands for As Long As We Are Here! 
So a location may not be specific to Route 66, but as long as we are here, we will stop! Places such as the St Louis Arch, the
Oklahoma Memorial, and a few other locations! We will take advantage of the ALAWAH stops!
The cost includes 20 nights lodging, 40 meals, the motorcoach, admission to attractions along the route,
cancellation protection (valued at $300.00).
Departure Meeting will be held on Monday, March 30, 2026 at the office at 2:00 p.m.

 

 

Murder On The Links               New!
Date: Wednesday, April 15, 2026
Cost: $90.00 per person
Departure: 1:00 p.m. from the Clio Kmart
Something’s afoul on the private golf course at Merlinville-Sur-Mer – namely the body of Hercule Poirot’s
newest client. Acclaimed playwright Steven Dietz brings the famed Belgian detective to life to solve one of Agatha
Christie’s most intricate whodunits. Of course, there are the host of usual – and – unusual suspects. A cast of six
versatile actors embody a myriad of characters as they navigate the twists and turns of this lively and fun new
adaptation. You won’t want to miss a thrilling moment of this comic mystery.
Eat lunch before coming to the bus or bring something with you. The cost includes the ticket for the 3:00 show at
the Purple Rose and the motorcoach transportation. There will be no meal stop. We should arrive home between 6:00
and 6:30 p.m. *Contains adult language & subject matter.

 

Divine Women 2 – Petrolia                  New!
Date: Thursday, April 23, 2026
Cost: $130.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Passport or MI Enhanced Driver License required
Audiences fell in love with first ‘Divine Women’, so we bring you five new fabulous Canadian female artists from
Musical Theatre, Broadway and Concert stages. Each with extensive resumes, these powerhouse performers share
their personal stories and signature songs in this unique theatrical concert.
The cost includes the motorcoach transportation, a delicious luncheon and main floor tickets for the show. There
will be a light supper stop (on your own) on the way home after we return to Michigan. We should return to Clio about 7:30 p.m.

 

Vera Bradley Annual Outlet Sale                       New!
Date: Wednesday, April 29, 2026 (tentative)
Cost: $90.00 per person
Departure: 7:00 a.m. from the Clio K-mart
This day trip is headed to Fort Wayne, Indiana for the Annual Vera Bradley Outlet Sale at the Memorial Coliseum.
This annual event draws people from far distances to shop for items marked 40% to 60% off. This is a ticketed sale and
the days are broken into 4 hour shopping segments. We are currently waiting for confirmation of our shopping times and
our lunch schedule will depend on the shopping time. Watch for updates in the next newsletter. I wanted you to know the
date I am looking at for taking this trip.

 

Elvis Has Left The Building – Turkeyville
Date: Tuesday, May 5, 2026
Cost $95.00 per person
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Half Full !!
This day trip to Turkeyville will feature the delicious turkey dinner, the show, an Actor Talk Back and the
motorcoach as well as tips!
Elvis Presley has disappeared, and not even “The Colonel” knows his whereabouts. With the King missing, the
only way for his manager to pay off his gambling debt is to find an Elvis impersonator within 24 hours. Hijinks ensue as
the Colonel takes desperate measures to replace a man who is irreplaceable while figuring out what happened to the real Elvis.

 

Million Dollar Quartet              
Date: Wednesday, May 6, 2026
Cost: $80.00 per person
Departure: 5:00 p.m. from the Clio Kmart
Status: Half Full !!
December 4, 1956: an extraordinary twist of fate brings Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis
Presley together at Sun Records in Memphis for what would be one of the greatest jam sessions ever, with an irresistible
tale of broken promises, secrets, betrayal and celebrations that are both poignant and funny. Relive the era with the
smash-hit sensation featuring an incredible score including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Fever,” “Walk the Line,” “Great Balls
of Fire,” “Hound Dog,” and more!
The cost includes the motorcoach, driver tip and tickets to the 8:00 evening show. A light lunch stop will be on your
own at Great Lakes Crossings before heading to Meadow Brook.

 

Hamilton                   Save the date!                                                      AMERICA 250        
Date: Thursday, May 7, 2026
A revolutionary story of passion, unstoppable ambition, and the dawn of a new nation. HAMILTON is the epic saga
that follows the rise of Founding Father Alexander Hamilton as he fights for honor, love, and a legacy that would shape
the course of a nation. Based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography and set to a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B,
and Broadway, HAMILTON has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. HAMILTON features book,
music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and
musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire. In addition to its 11 Tony Awards, it has won Grammy®,
Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors.
We know that Hamilton is coming to Detroit next spring. While we do not have confirmation yet of the date or price, it
would be helpful if I knew how many people might be interested in seeing this show. I know many have seen it, so
I’d be willing to take a group if there are folks who would like to see this show. It ties in nicely with our 250America theme
for the year!

 

Discover Scotland                    
Date: Monday May 11 – Wednesday May 20, 2026
Cost: $5898.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $1247.00 per person. Includes insurance (valued at $549.00)
Final payment due: 2/10/26
Status:  Seats may be available !!
Experience the Highlands of Scotland, Glascow, Isle of Skye, Loch Ness, Thurso, Olney Islands, Inverness and
Edinburgh. This 10 day trip includes 15 meals and so much more. Airflights, taxes, and some amazing experiences are
also included. Digital entry permits are now required on this trip. We can help you apply for these and will keep you
posted on when we need to do this.
Detailed Flyers are now available!            This trip is being planned by Collette Vacations.
Departure Meeting on Thursday, April 9 at 2:00 p.m.
You need to bring your passport to the meeting so we can process the UK Visa for you online.

 

I DO! I DO! – Petrolia                       New!
Date: Thursday, May 14, 2026
Cost: $130.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
***Passport or MI Enhanced Driver License required***
This charming musical follows one couple through fifty years of marriage – the laughter, the tears, and the perfectly
imperfect moments in between. From newlywed bliss to the golden years, I Do! I Do! Features heartfelt humor and
memorable songs.
The cost includes the motorcoach transportation, a delicious luncheon and main floor tickets for the show. There
will be a light supper stop (on your own) on the way home after we return to Michigan. We should return to Clio about7:30 p.m.

 

Run For Your Wife – Turkeyville              
Date: Thursday, June 4, 2026
Cost: $95.00 per person
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Seats available!
This day trip to Turkeyville will feature the delicious turkey dinner, the show, an Actor Talk Back and the
motorcoach as well as tips!
One of the great British farces! John Smith, a London cab driver has two wives, two lives, and a very precise schedule
for juggling them both. When Smith is mugged, both the Streatham and Wimbledon police investigate. His schedule
upset, Smith attempts (and fails) to explain things to his two wives and two suspicious police officers.

 

Always A Bridesmaid                        
Date: Wednesday, June 10, 2026
Cost: $80.00 per person
Departure: 5:00 p.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Seats available!
On the night of their senior prom, Libby Ruth, Deedra, Monette and Charlie promise that they will be bridesmaids in
one another’s weddings… no matter what. Now, more than thirty years later, these Southern gals are still making “the
long walk” for each other, determined to honor that vow. ‘For better or for worse’ takes on a whole new meaning in this
delicious comedy about old friends. From the writers of The Golden Girls and Kingdom Come.
The cost includes the motorcoach, driver tip and tickets to the 8:00 evening show. A light lunch stop will be on your
own at Great Lakes Crossings before heading to Meadow Brook.

 

Ed’s Garage – Petrolia                    New!
Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Cost: $130.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
***Passport or MI Enhanced Driver License required***
From the writer of the popular Wingfield series comes a high-octane comedy about fixing more than just engines. In
a dusty back-street garage, two misfit mechanics and a surprise visitor collide in a wild tune-up of ambition, betrayal
and redemption. When your past is your toughest repair job, it’s time to buckle up.
The cost includes the motorcoach transportation, a delicious luncheon and main floor tickets for the show. There
will be a light supper stop (on your own) on the way home after we return to Michigan. We should return to Clio about 7:30 p.m.

 

2026 Alaska Update!
The Alaska Trip for 2026 sold out very quickly. It came to my attention that we had over 60 people on the wait list –
clearly enough people for a second trip. So, we got busy and made arrangements for a second
trip that is nearly the same as the first! Different dates! We started calling the wait list until the 52 seats were filled. A
few people opted to remain on the wait list for the original Alaska trip. Since the new trip will take place first, rather than
call it # 2 and have the first trip go second, we have named them differently. The new trip will be Awesome Alaska and
depart June 1st, 2026. The original trip was called Authentic Alaska and departs June 15th, 2026. That will remain the
same. Anyone else interested is welcome to put their names on the wait list for either trip or both. Please indicate which
trip you are taking when sending in payments.
Detailed flyers are available in the office. These will explain the various pricing depending on which cabin type
you prefer on the ship.

 

Awesome Alaska                      New!
Dates: Monday June 1 – Tuesday June 16, 2026
Cancellation Protection: Included!  (Valued at $300.00)
Payment Schedule: $1,000.00   Due: Jan. 9, 2026
Final payment due:  March 6, 2026.
Status: 14 seats available!
This trip includes 7 days land and a 7 night cruise through the Inside Passage. We will fly from Detroit to Fairbanks,
Alaska and the return flight will be from Seattle to Detroit. We will be sailing on the Norwegian Jade on Norwegian Cruise Lines.
A passport or MI Enhanced Driver’s license is required for this trip!    The cruise ship docks in Vancouver, British
Columbia – Canada.

 

Authentic Alaska                      
Dates: Monday June 15 – Tuesday June 30, 2026
Cancellation Protection: Included! (Valued at $300.00)
Payment Schedule: $1,000.00    Due: Jan. 9, 2026
Final payment due: March 13, 2026.
Status: SOLD OUT! Wait List started!
This trip includes 7 days land and a 7 night cruise through the Inside Passage. We will fly from Detroit to Fairbanks,
Alaska and the return flight will be from Seattle to Detroit. We will be sailing on the Norwegian Jade on Norwegian Cruise
Lines. A passport or MI Enhanced Driver’s license is required for this trip!  The cruise ship docks in Vancouver, British
Columbia – Canada.

 

Bay City Fireworks                     New!                     AMERICA 250
Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
Cost: $50.00 per person
Departure: 5:30 p.m. from Clio Kmart
“One of the grandest displays in all of Mid-Michigan is the Bay City Fireworks! Saturday night is the final and best
Fireworks Display of the three-day festival.” The bus will drop us at the park where we can enter and find a great place
to sit. Bring your lawn chair or blanket, wear your patriotic colors and plan to celebrate Independence Day with friends!
You are welcome to bring a light lunch/snacks/water/pop or purchase snacks from vendors in the park. (Alcoholic
beverages may not be taken into the park) What a great way to enjoy this 36 minute fireworks display without having to
drive through heavy traffic. The cost includes motorcoach transportation and entry fee into the park.

 

Escape To Margaritaville -Turkeyville
Date: Thursday, July 9, 2026
Cost: $95.00 per person
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Seats available!
This day trip to Turkeyville will feature the delicious turkey dinner, the show, an Actor Talk Back and the motorcoach as
well as tips!
This new, tropical musical comedy will knock your flip flops off! Featuring the most-loved Jimmy Buffett classics,
including “Cheeseburger in Paradise”, Margaritaville”, and “It’s Five O’Clock Somewhere”. And so much more. It’s the
hilarious, heartwarming musical beach party you’ve been waiting for!

 

Lancaster – Joshua # 1                                AMERICA 250
Date: Monday July 13 – Thursday  July 16, 2026
Cost: $740.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit $140.00 per person
Cancellation protection: $100.00 per person due w/deposit
Final payment due: June 1st, 2026
Status: Half full!
This trip to Lancaster includes 3 nights lodging at Heritage Hotel, 3 dinners, 3 breakfasts, the Chalk Artist, and
a visit to Turkeyhill where you can make your own ice cream flavor. Our 2 shows will be Joshua at the Sight & Sound
Theater and Mary Poppins at the Dutch Apple Dinner Theater. We will also visit some area Amish Farms.
Be strong and courageous – From the banks of the Jordan River to the towering walls of Jericho, JOSHUA is a
miraculous adventure for the whole family. Journey alongside the people of Israel as they navigate their new-
found freedom in an unforgiving wilderness. When Joshua is called to replace Moses as their faithful leader, tensions
mount in the midst of dwindling supplies and approaching armies. With one last fortified city standing between the
Israelites and the Promised Land, unexpected help emerges from behind enemy lines and Joshua’s trust in God’s plan is
put to the ultimate test.
Experience one of the most redemptive stories of the Bible as it comes to life in this brand-new original stage
production from Sight & Sound Theatres.                   Single: $940.00 Triple: $690.00 per person

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Good Vibrations – Petrolia              New!
Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Cost: $130.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
***Passport or MI Enhanced Driver License required***
Let the beach party begin! Ride the waves with the Beach Boys, The Mamas & the Papas, The Turtles, Jan and Dean,
and more for as a feel-good celebration of surf, sunshine and classic hits like Surfin’ USA, California Dreamin’, I Get
Around, and Happy Together. Pure harmony, nostalgia, and endless good vibrations.
The cost includes the motorcoach transportation, a delicious luncheon and main floor tickets for the show. There
will be a light supper stop (on your own) on the way home after we return to Michigan. We should return to Clio about 7:30 p.m.

 

Tiger Night Game                                 New!
Date: Monday, July 27, 2026
Cost: $85.00 per person
Departure: 4:15 p.m. from the Clio K-mart
The Detroit Tigers will be playing the Baltimore Orioles for this 6:40 p.m. night game. We have tickets along the third
base side. We’ll have supper at the ballpark on your own.
The cost includes transportation and the game ticket. Dress for the weather. Sunblock is always a good idea for these
summer games and a hat!   Comerica Park has gone cashless. You must have a credit card to purchase food
items or convert your cash to a card via machines.

 

Emma’s Wedding(s)                  New!
Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Cost: $90.00 per person
Departure: 1:00 p.m. from the Clio Kmart
Emma is getting married. Again. For the fourth time, actually. But she’s determined that this one will be the one.
Gathering her less-than-enthusiastic best friends, they revisit each of Emma’s previous weddings, leading to a
hilarious romp through the decades, complete with ‘80s hair, dial up internet, Boone’s Farm wine, and the enduring power
of friendship.
Eat a lunch before coming to the bus or bring something with you. The cost includes the ticket for the 3:00 show at
the Purple Rose and the motorcoach transportation. There will be no meal stop. We should arrive home between 6:00
p.m. and 6:30 p.m.         *Contains adult language & subject matter.

 

Mud Hens & Tony Packos             New!
Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Cost: $75.00 per person
Departure: 2:00 p.m. from the Clio K-mart
This trip includes the bus and game ticket. This trip is referred to as “The Klinger Connection”. Klinger, from the
M*A*S*H series loved the Toledo Mud Hens and Tony Packos’ Hungarian hot dog sauce. We eat at Tony Packos’
(on your own), see a Mud Hens game and watch M*A*S*H episodes on the way home.
The Mud Hens are the farm team for the Detroit Tigers and they will be playing the St Paul Saints which is the farm
team for the Minnesota Twins.

 

Piano Legends – Petrolia                     New!
Date: Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Cost: $130.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
***Passport or MI Enhanced Driver License required***
Celebrating the great entertainers behind the keys, from memorable hits of Billy Joel, Barry Manilow, Neil Sedaka &
Peter Allen. The Spectacular MARK PAYNE, along with two other stellar piano men, will wow you with their artistry and
showmanship. It’s elegant, electric and totally grand!
The cost includes the motorcoach transportation, a delicious luncheon and main floor tickets for the show!.
There will be a light supper stop (on your own) on the way home after we return to Michigan. We should return to Clio about 7:30 p.m.

 

Discover Austria, Switzerland & Bavaria                  
Date: Wednesday August 12 – Friday August 21, 2026
Cost: $5998.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $1247.00 per person   (Includes Insurance valued at $549.00)
Early Bird discount of $50.00 if deposit is received by 2/13/26
Status: SOLD OUT !! Wait list started !!
Final payment due by: May 4, 2026
***You must have a valid passport for this trip***
This 10 day trip includes 13 meals, Bern, Switzerland; Lucerne, Switzerland; Liechtenstein; Innsbruck, Austria;
Salzburg, Austria and Bavaria, Germany. There are several awesome experiences in these Alpine Countries… yodeling,
a Fondue lunch, the Austrian Alps, and a Tyrolean Folklore Show. There are walking tours in several cities. Airline flights
and transfers are also included. This trip will stay 4 nights in Bern, Switzerland and 4 nights in Innsbruck, Austria.
Single: $6598.00        Triple: $5948.00 per person
This trip is being planned by Collette Vacations. Detailed flyers are available in the office.   There will be a
Departure Meeting Tuesday July 28, 2026 at 10:00 a.m.

 

Lancaster – Joshua # 2                               AMERICA 250
Date: Monday August 24– Thursday August 27, 2026
Cost: $740.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit $140.00 per person
Cancellation protection: $100.00 per person due w/deposit
Final payment due: July 20, 2026
Status: Half full!
This trip to Lancaster includes 3 nights lodging at Heritage Hotel, 3 dinners, 3 breakfasts, the Chalk Artist, and
a visit to Turkeyhill where you can make your own ice cream flavor. Our 2 shows will be Joshua at the Sight & Sound
Theater and Mary Poppins at the Dutch Apple Dinner Theater. We will also visit some area Amish Farms.
Be strong and courageous – From the banks of the Jordan River to the towering walls of Jericho, JOSHUA is a
miraculous adventure for the whole family. Journey alongside the people of Israel as they navigate their new-
found freedom in an unforgiving wilderness. When Joshua is called to replace Moses as their faithful leader, tensions
mount in the midst of dwindling supplies and approaching armies. With one last fortified city standing between the
Israelites and the Promised Land, unexpected help emerges from behind enemy lines and Joshua’s trust in God’s plan is
put to the ultimate test.
Experience one of the most redemptive stories of the Bible as it comes to life in this brand-new original stage
production from Sight & Sound Theatres.                   Single: $940.00 Triple: $690.00 per person

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Labor Day Bridge Walk
Date: Monday, September 7, 2026
Cost: $70.00 per person
Departure: 2:00 a.m. from Clio K-mart
Walk the Mackinac Bridge with thousands of other people on Labor Day. Your payment will reserve your seat. We will
stop for a bathroom break on the way and breakfast will be included at the rest area once we cross the bridge. You will
walk south to Mackinaw City and then have time to shop, have a good meal, and we’ll meet at 1:30 p.m. and head
south to Clio. We arrive home about 5:30 – 6:00 p.m.

 

Thousand Islands In-Depth                             New!
“Between the Borders with Boats and Bridges”
Date: Monday August 31 – Thursday September 3, 2026
Cost: $1500.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $150.00 per person
Final Payment due: July 20, 2026
Cancellation Protection: $150.00 per person
This trip will feature an in-depth look at the Thousand Islands. Located between upstate New York and Canada,
this beautiful area in the St Lawrence Seaway will feature three boat cruises. Each boat cruise will highlight different
parts of this area including the history, area shipwrecks, Boldt Castle and more. We will cross the Blue Water Bridge,
the International Peace Bridge and the Rainbow Bridge between Canada and the USA. This trip includes 3 nights
lodging, 3 dinners, 3 breakfasts, 4 boat cruises and more!
We will finish up with a stop in Niagara Falls and our final boat cruise on the Maid of the Mist.
Single Occupancy: $1755.00   Triple: $1150.00
****You must have a passport or Enhanced Driver’s License for this trip.****

 

A Closer Walk With Patsy Cline – Turkeyville
Date: Wednesday, September 9, 2026
Cost: $95.00 per person
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status:  Seats Available !!
This day trip to Turkeyville will feature the delicious turkey dinner, the show, an Actor Talk Back and the motorcoach as
well as tips!
Experience this heartfelt and intimate portrayal of one of country music’s greatest voices. This captivating
retrospective traces Patsy’s rise to stardom from small town Virginia to Carnegie Hall. Featuring her greatest hits,
including “Walkin After Midnight”, “Crazy”, and “I Fall To Pieces”, this production will transport you back in time!

 

Experience Fall In Branson                  New!                            AMERICA 250
Date: Sunday September 13 – Saturday September 19, 2026
Cost: $1545.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $165.00 per person
Cancellation protection: $100.00 per person
Final payment due: August 10, 2026
Departure: 6:30 a.m. from City Parking Lot across from our office. Corner of Railway and Young Streets.
We are very excited to return to Branson in the Fall of the year! We have a top-notch line-up for this year! This trip will
include 6 breakfasts, 6 dinners, 6 nights lodging, the motorcoach transportation, 9 shows, a tour of the area, time
in downtown historic Branson. The shows will include the Clay Cooper’s Country Express; The Hughes Family; The
Presley’s Family Jubilee, Dean Z’s Ultimate Elvis; Smoke on the Mountain; Melody Hart & The All-Star Band, Doug
Gabriel; Spirit of America and David at the Sight and Sound Theatre. What an amazing line-up! We will spend 2 nights at
the Drury Inn in St Louis (one night going and one night coming home) and 4 nights at Branson Towers in Branson.
This trip is packed with music and a town that celebrates God, Family and Country.
Single rate: $1985.00          Triple rate: $1415.00 per person

 

Music of the Beatles – Petrolia            New!
Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Cost: $130.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
***Passport or MI Enhanced Driver License required***
We are stepping back again into the golden age of pop, as we celebrate the unforgettable Beatles catalogue and
their songs that changed the world! From the early days of She Loves You and I Want To Hold Your Hand to the
revolutionary sounds of Sgt Pepper, Abbey Road and Let It Be, this show is bound to be another VPP Knockout!
The cost includes the motorcoach transportation, a delicious luncheon and main floor tickets for the show. There
will be a light supper stop (on your own) on the way home after we return to Michigan. We should return to Clio about 7:30 p.m.

 

Philadelphia / Baltimore                      AMERICA 250
Specific Information coming next Month!
We will visit Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, and Baltimore. Many of the historic sites will be on our agenda including the new
Constitution Center, Betsy Ross House, Fort McHenry, and so much more! I wasn’t able to finalize many of the activities
as of the printing of this newsletter. Thanks for your patience.

 

Tiger Day Game                          New!
Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Cost: $85.00 per person
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
The Detroit Tigers will be playing the Cleveland Guardians for this 1:10 p.m. day game. We have tickets
along the third base side. We’ll have lunch at the ballpark on your own. The cost includes transportation and the game
ticket. Dress for the weather. Sunblock is always a good idea for summer games! I highly recommend a hat. Comerica
Park has gone cashless. You must have a credit card to purchase food items or convert your cash to a card via machines.

 

Mighty Five – The National Parks of Utah!              
Date: Sunday October 4 – Monday October 12, 2026
Cost: $4432.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $732.00 per person
Cancellation Protection Included (valued at $300.00)
Final Payment Due: August 1, 2026
Status: SOLD OUT !! Wait list started !!
***You must have a TSA approved ID for this trip***
We will visit all five National Parks in Utah: Zion, Bryce, Capital Reef, Canyonlands, and Arches as well as many
other special sights and the landscape is incredible. We will fly in and out of Salt Lake City and also tour Salt Lake City!
This trip includes 8 nights lodging with 3 of them at Red Cliffs Lodge in Moab. This is a true delight! This trip will include 8
breakfasts, 4 Lunches, 5 Dinners, airflight, luggage handling, transportation to and from the airports, the
motorcoach around Utah and more!    Departure Meeting September 10 @ 2:00 p.m.
Single: $5,532.00       Triple: $4122.00.

 

Grand Experience – Mackinac Island       New!    SOLD OUT !!
Dates: Sunday October 18 – Wednesday October 21, 2026
Cost: $1095.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $250.00 per person
Final Balance Due: August 20, 2026
Cancellation Protection: $100.00 per person due w/ deposit
This trip includes 3 nights at the Grand Hotel, the motorcoach, ferry boat to and from the island, carriage ride
around the island, afternoon tea & cookies, many other activities, classes and entertainment, 3 dinners, 3
breakfasts, and lots more. It is like a ‘land cruise’ with many included activities like fudgie bingo, movies, contests, a
cocktail reception and more. This year’s trip will also include 2 Grand Buffet Luncheons and lots of sales since it is the
end of the season. We have also included a luncheon buffet at Audie’s in Mackinaw City before we take the ferry to the
Island. This trip is offered in cooperation with MRPA (Michigan Recreation and Parks Association).
Single price: $1330.00.     Triple price: $1020.00 per person
Note: Dress Code after 6:00 p.m. requires jacket and tie for men and dressy slacks and top or dress for women.
Please Note: All rooms are “luck of the draw”! I can put in a request if you have a particular need, but there is no
guarantee. Last minute requests are extremely difficult to obtain. Please let us know when you sign up if you need a
walk in shower, grab bars, 1 bed, 2 beds, etc. With over 500 seniors at the hotel, we cannot accommodate every request.
The departure meetings will be held on Thursday, October 1, 2026 at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Please
attend whichever time fits your schedule.

 

Ark Encounter & Creation Museum                New!
Date: Tues – Wed, October 27 – 28, 2026
Cost: $350.00 per person (double occupancy)
Deposit: $80.00 per person
Cancellation Protection: $60.00 per person w/ deposit
Final Payment due: September 25, 2026
Departure: 6:30 a.m. from the City Parking Lot across from our office. Corner of Railway and Young Streets.
The trip includes a self-guided tour of the Creation Museum which brings the pages of the Bible to life; a visit to
the Ark Encounter which allows you to go at your own pace through the life-sized reconstruction of Noah’s Ark; 1 night
stay at the Hampton Inn, 1 breakfast and 1 luncheon buffet; and the motorcoach transportation. Casual dress throughout
the trip. You will be taking your own bag to and from your room. Keep it light! Luggage tags will be handed out at the
bus. This is a trip which calls for only an overnight bag. Motorized carts are available for rent at each facility on a
first come – first serve basis for those who may need it.
Single $450.00;     Triple $320.00 per person

 

Away In The Basement # 1 – Turkeyville            
Date: Thursday, November 12, 2026
Cost: $95.00 per person
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Seats Available!
This day trip to Turkeyville will feature the delicious turkey dinner, the show, an Actor Talk Back and the motorcoach as
well as tips!
Those Lutheran ladies are back at it again! It’s Christmastime of 1959, and it’s the day of the annual Sunday
School Christmas program, and 15 year old Beverly has been cast as Mary. Her mother, Karin, and the other church
basement ladies serve up the laughs and lutefisk as a new parish worker arrives and catches Pastor’s eye.

 

Christmas In Branson        New!         HALF FULL !!                    AMERICA 250
Date: Saturday November 14 – Friday November 20, 2026
Cost: $1545.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $165.00 per person
Cancellation protection: $100.00 per person
Final payment due: October 10, 2026
Departure: 6:30 a.m. from City Parking Lot across from our office. Corner of Railway and Young Streets.
We are very excited to return to Branson in the Christmas Season! We have a top-notch line-up for this year! This trip
will include 6 breakfasts, 6 dinners, 6 nights lodging, the motorcoach transportation, 9 shows, a tour of the area,
Christmas lights and time in downtown historic Branson. The shows will include Clay Cooper’s Country Express; The
Duttons; The Hughes Family; The Presley’s Family Jubilee, Dean Z’s Ultimate Elvis; Cassandre – the Voice of an Angel;
Spirit of America; Doug Gabriel and Miracle of Christmas at the Sight and Sound Theatre. What an amazing line-up! We
will spend 2 nights at the Drury Inn in St Louis (one night going and one night coming home) and 4 nights at Branson
Towers in Branson.
This trip is packed with music and a town that celebrates God, Family and Country. Get yourself in the Spirit of
Christmas by joining this delightful trip! It is the most relaxing busy trip you will take!
Single rate: $1985.00         Triple rate: $1415.00 per person

 

Away In The Basement # 2 – Turkeyville              
Date: Wednesday, December 9, 2026
Cost: $95.00 per person
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Seats available!
This day trip to Turkeyville will feature the delicious turkey dinner, the show, an Actor Talk Back and the
motorcoach as well as tips!
Those Lutheran ladies are back at it again! It’s Christmastime of 1959, and it’s the day of the annual Sunday
School Christmas program, and 15 year old Beverly has been cast as Mary. Her mother, Karin, and the other church
basement ladies serve up the laughs and lutefisk as a new parish worker arrives and catches Pastor’s eye.

 

 

**2027**

 

Spectacular Scandinavia       
Date: June 14 – 28, 2027
Cost: $9498.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $1247.00 per person which includes cancellation waiver and insurance. (valued at $549.00)
Early Bird discount of $50.00 if deposit is received by 12/8/26.
Status: Seats available!
***You must have a valid passport for this trip***
This trip will visit Denmark, Sweden and Norway. It includes 20 meals over the 15 day trip, lodging and airflight.
We will visit Stockholm, Sweden; Copenhagen, Denmark; and Oslo, Norway as well as other cities. Mountains, valleys
and a fjord cruise are just a few of the delights you will experience on this trip.
This trip is being planned by Collette Vacations.          Detailed flyers are available in the office.

 

Shades of Ireland
Date: Planning for September 2027
This 10 day trip to Ireland includes all the “must see” locations, 13 meals and more! We will visit Dublin, Kilkenny,
Waterford, Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher, Limerick, Galway, Kingscourt and more! Kiss the Blarney
Stone, taste the Guiness, and more.
This trip is being planned by Collette Vacations.

 

 

                                  “Travel makes one modest. You see what a tiny place you occupy in the world.” -Gustav Flaubert