“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 at the end closest to the highway.
All Overnight Trips depart from the PNC Bank on the Corner of Clio Rd (Mill St) and Vienna St in
downtown Clio. The address is 107 E Vienna St. Clio MI 48420. 
The Clio Police keep an eye on our cars while we are gone.

 

 

Total Eclipse of the Sun                
Viewing at the Indianapolis 500 Speedway
Date: Sunday, April 7 – Tuesday, April 9, 2024
Cost: $580.00 per person double occupancy
Departure: 10:00 a.m. from PNC Bank
Status: Ready to go !!
The Speedway will be one of the NASA reporting sights. There will be food vendors, NASA experts on hand to answer
questions, and you will receive a pair of special edition, IMS Branded, eclipse viewing glasses. You can bring a lawn
chair or utilize seats in the stands. Comfortable walking shoes are important. Luggage tags for your suitcase and
lawn chair will be available at the bus.
This trip will also include a dinner and show where we will see “The King and I” at Beef and Boards; 2 nights lodging,
and more. Please have a pair of shoes with no open toes or heels, no sandals for a special tour.
In case of inclement weather other activities will be substituted for the day at the Speedway.

 

Native Gardens
Date: Wednesday, April 10, 2024
Cost:$75.00 per person
Status: A few seats may be available !!
Departure: 11:00 a.m. from Clio Kmart
We will enjoy this new comedy at Meadow Brook Theatre. “Pablo, a high-powered lawyer, and doctoral candidate
Tania, his very pregnant wife, are realizing the American dream when they purchase a house next door to community
stalwarts Virginia and Frank. But a disagreement over a long-standing fence line soon spirals into an all-out war of
taste, class, privilege, and entitlement. The hilarious results guarantee no one comes out smelling like a rose.”
The cost includes the motorcoach and tickets to the 2:00 p.m. matinee. A light lunch stop will be on your own at Great
Lakes Crossings.

 

Ark Encounter & Creation Museum          
Date: Thursday, April 18 – Friday, April 19, 2024
Cost: $330.00 per person (double occupancy)
Deposit: $80.00 per person
Cancellation Protection: $60.00 per person w/ deposit
Final Payment due: March 15, 2024
Departure: 6:30 a.m. from the PNC Bank
Status: Ready to go !!
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 an easy 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. Both
facilities are easily walkable due to the ramps and elevators to get you from floor to floor.
Single $400.00       Triple $310.00 per person

 

Route 66 – Musical Review      
Date: Wednesday, April 24, 2024
Cost: $75.00 per person
Status: Sold Out !!
Departure: 5:00 p.m. from Clio Kmart
“Take a dollop of Grease, mix in some Pump Boys and Dinettes, and add a generous dose of Forever Plaid and
you’ve got the octane fun of Route 66! Beginning with the sounds of 1950’s Chicago and traveling along the “Main
Street of America” to the California Coast with the surf music of the 60’s, this exciting musical revue features 34 of the
greatest ‘Rock ‘n’ Road’ hits of the 20th century. Songs include “Dead Man’s Curve”, “King of the Road”, “Little Old
Lady from Pasadena”, “Beep Beep”, “Six Days on the Road”, “Little GTO”, “Fun, Fun, Fun”, and many more. Get your
kicks with this smash coast-to-coast hit musical revue!”
The cost includes the motorcoach and tickets to the 8:00 p.m. show at Meadow Brook Theatre. A light supper stop will
be on your own at Great Lakes Crossings.

 

Spring Mystery Trip          New Info !!
Date: Tuesday, April 30, 2024
Cost: $95.00 per person
Departure: 8:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Please note: We added a second bus and to make our luncheon go smoothly, we are asking everyone to give us
their meal choice in advance so everything can be prepared for our arrival. The luncheon is as follows: please choose
your entrée.
All entrées are served with house salad, chef’s choice of vegetable and starch sides, fresh rolls and butter.

1. ROSEMARY CHICKEN (GF)
Chicken Breast Topped with Rosemary and Thyme Sauce.

2. ROASTED PORK LOIN (GF)
Roasted Pork Loin with Caramelized Onions and Flame
Roasted Fuji Apples, Finished with Rosemary Sauce.

3. VEGETARIAN PESTO PASTA
Pasta Tossed with Fresh Seasonal Vegetables and
Finished with an Olive Oil & Fresh Basil Pesto.

This trip will involve some walking outdoors. Please wear comfortable walking shoes and appropriate jacket according
to the weather of the day.

 

Oklahoma! – Turkeyville    
Date: Wednesday, May 1, 2024
Cost: $88.00 per person
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart 9:30 a.m. from the Davison Missionary Church
1481 N Gale Rd Davison MI
Status: 2 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 beloved musical that changed Broadway forever is coming to the Turkeyville stage! This classic tells the story of
cowhands and farmers struggling to build a future, and find love, in a hard world. Featuring “Oh What A Beautiful
Morning,” “I’m Just a Girl Who Can’t Say No!” and the boot stompin’ title number, this is a show you do not want to miss!

 

Vera Bradley Annual Outlet Sale          
Date: Thursday, May 2, 2024
Cost: $85.00 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 3 hour shopping segments that allow only 4,000 people inside at a time.
There will be a brief rest stop at a rest area and you are welcome to bring a cooler with breakfast items on the bus.
We will go to Golden Corral for a buffet meal which is included in the price before we go to the sale. Our shopping
time is 1:00 p.m. until 4:00 p.m. and then we will head home with a stop at the McDonald’s in Coldwater for restrooms and a light supper (on your own). We should return about 8:00 p.m. This is a fun day spent with friends. There is no need to bring a shopping cart as they are not allowed on the shopping floor. Wheelchairs and walkers must be used for their intended purpose.

 

British Landscapes         Updated info!
Date: Monday, May 6 – Wednesday, May 15, 2024
Cost: $4298.00 per person double occupancy
Status: Ready To Go!
Deposit: $1147.00 per person
Insurance included in price (valued at $449.00)
Final payment was due: March 7, 2024.
Please plan to attend the Departure Meeting on Wednesday, April 17th at the office to get your packets
and itineraries. We will hold three meetings and you can choose which one to attend as your schedule allows.
The times will be at 10:00 a.m., 2:00 p.m. and 6:00 p.m. We will discuss packing, money, and answer questions.
Please bring your passport to the Departure Meeting so we can make a copy of it if you have not already
given us a copy!
If for some reason you cannot attend any of these three meetings, you can stop at the office any time after that date
to pick up your packet. Email is difficult due to the items included in the packet.
*** A Passport is required for this trip and must be valid at least 6 months beyond the tour end date.***

 

Tulip Festival                    New Info!
Date: Thursday, May 9, 2024
Cost: $160.00 per person
Departure: 7:00 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Final payment due: April 1, 2024
Status: Sold Out! Wait list started.
Tulip Time Festival trip will include, a show featuring the Texas Tenors; 2 meals, the tulip fields, the motorcoach
transportation and the annual Kinderparade. Be sure to bring a lawn chair for the parade.
In order to guarantee any special dietary needs such as gluten free, vegetarian or vegan, please let us know
by Friday, April 12. Requests after that date cannot be guaranteed.
Our trip will also include a drive along the Tulip Lanes, a stop at the park and a visit to Veldheer Gardens. While this
is a long day, it is a great way to welcome spring and take part in a Pure Michigan tradition!

 

Senior Power Day             Save the Date!                                                                                                    
Date: Wednesday, May 22, 2024
Cost: $5.00 per person
This annual event, which attracts over 1500 seniors from Genesee, Shiawassee and Lapeer Counties, is held
annually at Crossroads Village. The cost includes admission to Crossroads Village, lunch, the train ride, and all the
activities.
The activities include: Information on Health and Senior Services; Learn About Senior Issues on the Ballot; Meet with
Legislators and Elected Officials; Enjoy Old Fashioned Park Rides; A Huckleberry Railroad Train Ride; Music
Entertainment & Dancing; Bingo; Raffles and Door Prizes.
It takes place from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. It is a great way to pick up information for your personal use as well as
a chance to visit with friends you may not have seen in a while. You provide your own transportation. The event takes
place rain or shine. I will have a table in the vendor tent so be sure to stop by my table and say hi!
If you do not purchase tickets in advance, it will be full admission at the gate and will not include the lunch or the
train. Tickets are now available in our office!

 

Oil Rush – Petrolia                  
THE BIG DISCOVERY MUSICAL
Date: Thursday, May 23, 2024
Cost: $125.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: 10 seats available !!
***Passport or Enhanced Driver License required***
We are headed back to the Victoria Playhouse in Petrolia, Ontario for a delightful show! The cost includes the
motorcoach transportation, a delicious luncheon at Olive’s Casual Cuisine and main floor tickets. 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.
It’s a ‘Rush of Excitement’ as we present Oil Rush: The Big Discovery Musical, making its triumphant return after its
sold-out run in 2008! Coinciding with the town’s 150th anniversary, this amazing story intertwines the past and
present, paying tribute to Petrolia’s enduring legacy. Discover the fascinating story of “The Oil Capital of Canada”,
with amusing characters and some fine knee slappin’ music.

 

Ella, First Lady of Song
Date: Wednesday, May 29, 2024
Cost: $75.00 per person
Status: Seats Available!
Departure: 5:00 p.m. from Clio Kmart
“Ella, First Lady of Song traces the 60-year career of the woman Mel Torme called “the best singer on the planet.’ The
story of Ella Fitzgerald truly challenges the age-old saying ‘the show must go on.” This jazz musical covers Fitzgerald’s
hardscrabble childhood to her enduring legacy in the music world and beyond. Songs include classics such as ‘Sweet
Georgia Brown’, ‘A Tisket-A-Tasket’, and ‘It Don’t Mean A Thing (If It Ain’t Got That Swing)’.”
The cost includes the motorcoach and tickets to the 8:00 p.m. show at Meadow Brook Theatre. A light supper stop will
be ‘on your own’ at Great Lakes Crossings.

 

Rainy Day People – Petrolia                
A TRIBUTE TO GORDON LIGHTFOOT
Date: Wednesday, June 5, 2024
Cost: $125.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Sold Out !! Wait list started !!
***Passport or Enhanced Driver License required***
We are headed back to the Victoria Playhouse in Petrolia, Ontario for a delightful show! The cost includes the
motorcoach transportation, a delicious luncheon at Olive’s Casual Cuisine and main floor tickets. 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.
Gordon Lightfoot’s rich influence defined the essence of Canadian folk music. Our company of extraordinary
performers celebrate his iconic music and masterful storytelling. Featuring classic songs like “If You Could Read
My Mind”, “Sundown”, “Early Morning Rain”, “The Wreck of the Edmund Fitzgerald” and “Rainy Day People”, this tribute
encompasses the lasting legacy of Canada’s folk hero.

 

Authentic Alaska
Dates: Monday, June 10 – Tuesday, June 25, 2024
Cancellation Protection is included (valued at $350.00.)
Status: Sold Out! Wait List started!
 ***A passport or Enhanced Driver’s license is required
for this trip!  The cruise ship docks in Vancouver, BritishColumbia – Canada.
There will be a departure meeting Tuesday, May 21,2024 at 2:00 p.m. and at 6:00 p.m. to answer specific
questions, provide detailed itineraries and talk about packing, including what to take. Choose which time fits your
schedule. If you cannot attend either meeting, please stop anytime AFTER that date to pick up your packet.

 

Grandparent’s / Grandkids’s Trip                  
John Ball Park Zoo – Grand Rapids
Date: Thursday, June 27th, 2024
Cost: $65.00 per person
Departure: 8:00 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Seats available!
Here is another wonderful opportunity to spend a day with your grandchild! We will spend the day learning about
animals at the John Ball Park Zoo. While this trip is designed for grandparents and their grandkids, others are welcome to join us! This trip includes admission and transportation. Meals will be on your own. There is an area for concessions, or you can pack a lunch. We will depart at 4:00 p.m. and should return home between 6:00 and 6:30 p.m.

 

Escanaba In Da Moonlight! – Turkeyville
Date: Tuesday, July 2, 2024
Cost: $88.00 per person
Status: Seats available!
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
This day trip to Turkeyville will feature the delicious turkey dinner, the show, an Actor Talk Back and the motorcoach as well as tips! When the Soady clan reunites for deer season at the family’s Upper Peninsula camp, 35 year old Rueben Soady brings with him the reputation of being the oldest Soady never to bag a buck. Escanaba in da Moonlight spins a hilarious tale of humor, horror and heart.

 

Mud Hens & Tony Packos              
Date: Wednesday, July 3, 2024
Cost: $70.00 per person
Departure: 2:00 p.m. from the Clio K-mart
Status: Seats available!
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 Columbus Clippers which is the
farm team for the Cleveland Guardians.

 

 

 

 

Sweet Soul Music – Petrolia             
A NON-STOP HIT PARADE
Date: Friday, July 5, 2024
Cost: $125.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: 15 seats available!
***Passport or Enhanced Driver License required***
We are headed back to the Victoria Playhouse in Petrolia, Ontario for a delightful show! The cost includes the
motorcoach transportation, a delicious luncheon at Olive’s Casual Cuisine and main floor tickets. 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.
Get on board the soul train as we showcase the very best music of this iconic genre. Smooth, soulful voices, pay
homage to legends such as Stevie Wonder, Aretha Franklin, Lionel Richie and Marvin Gaye. Get ready
to move and groove in this is non-stop parade of soul!    

 

Bay City Fireworks               
Date: Saturday, July 6, 2024
Cost: $45.00 per person
Departure: 5:30 p.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Seats available!
“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.

 

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.

 

Lancaster & Hershey, PA # 1
Featuring “Daniel” and “Sound of Music”
Date: Monday, July 8 – Thursday, July 11, 2024
Cost: $685.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $185.00 per person
Final payment due: June 1st, 2024
Cancellation Protection: $100.00 per person
Status: Sold out! Wait List started!
Departure: 6:30 a.m. from PNC Bank
Our 2024 Trip to Lancaster, Pennsylvania will feature “Daniel” at the Sight and Sound Theatre. We will also visit
Hershey with a guided tour of the area. We will visit Elva the Chalk Artist, Kitchen Kettle Village, a couple of Amish Farms,
and enjoy “Sound of Music” at the Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre. The trip includes 3 nights at the Heritage Hotel the
motorcoach, three breakfasts, three dinners, and the activities listed above,
“Daniel is exiled far from home in the powerful kingdom of Babylon. Now this faithful servant must navigate his new
life inside a palace filled with golden statues and shifting empires. As royal pressures mount, Daniel is faced with a
dangerous choice. Will his trust in the one true God remain steadfast through every test of faith? From the fiery furnace
to the infamous den of lions, DANIEL is a spectacular theatrical experience for the whole family. Witness one of the
Bible’s most hope-filled stories as it comes to life in Lancaster, PA this year.”
Single occupancy: $880.00               Triple: $625.00 per person

 

What Springs Forth                 New!
Date: Friday, July 12, 2024
Cost: $90.00 per person
Departure: 12:00 noon from Clio Kmart
This trip includes the tickets to the Purple Rose Theatre in Chelsea for the show, “What Springs Forth”, and the
motorcoach. We will arrive in time for you to explore Chelsea and enjoy a lunch on your own before the show.
This World Premiere features the story of three middle- aged women, friends since college, embark on what was
billed as a high end wellness spa retreat only to discover one of them, with the help of her new recently released
from prison business partner, has changed the itinerary to a wilderness survival camp. Can their friendship survive
bears, forest toilets and one another?
*Contains adult language and subject matter

 

Lancaster & Hershey, PA # 2                     
Featuring “Daniel” and “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory”
Date: Monday July 15 – Thursday July 18, 2024
Cost: $685.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $185.00 per person
Final payment due: June 1st, 2024
Cancellation Protection: $100.00 per person
Status: Sold Out! Wait list started!
Departure: 6:30 a.m. from PNC Bank
We are offering a 2nd trip to Lancaster since the first one sold out so quickly! It will be the same as trip # 1 with the
exception of the 2nd show. This group will see “Charlie and the Chocolate Factory at the Fulton Theatre.
Single occupancy: $880.00            Triple: $625.00 per person

 

New York City          
Date: Sunday July 21 – Saturday July 27, 2024
Cost: $2150.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $250.00 per person
Cancellation Protection: $150.00 per person due w/ deposit
Final Payment Due: June 1st, 2024
Status: A few seats may be available!
Departure: 6:30 a.m. from PNC Bank
Please mark your calendars for a Departure Meeting on Monday, July 1, 2024 at 2:00 p.m. at the office. Come and
ask questions, pick up your packets, meet the other travelers, and learn about packing!
This exciting trip will provide an opportunity to visit New York City and includes 6 nights lodging and two breakfasts.
We will stay 4 nights in New York City. We will have easy access to many attractions and theatres. The trip includes
visits to the 9/11 Museum and Memorial, an all-day guided sightseeing tour, Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, the Flight
93 Memorial, a harbor cruise and more! There will be optional opportunities for Broadway Shows. Many meals are
“on your own” because it is more cost effective to offer this trip that way. There are many restaurants and deli’s within
walking distance of our hotel. A free day is included so individuals can explore places they may be interested in
visiting such as the Metropolitan Museum of Art, Carriage Ride in Central Park, shopping, the US Intrepid, or others.
Some Broadway Shows that will be there this summer include: The Neil Diamond Musical – A Beautiful Noise;
Aladdin; Back to the Future – The Musical; Chicago; Days of Wine and Roses; Hamilton; Kimberley Akimbo; MJ (Michael
Jackson); Moulin Rouge! The Musical; SIX; Spamalot; The Book of Mormon; The Lion King; The Notebook; and Wicked!
Start thinking about what you might be interested in seeing. Some shows require 10 or 15 or more to count as a group.
Single Occupancy: $2900.00    Triple Occupancy: $1900.00

 

Pacific Northwest – Oregon Coast # 1      
Dates: Thursday, August 1 – Sunday, August 11, 2024
Cost: $5699.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $800.00 per person
Final payment due: May 1, 2024
Status: 12 seats available!
This is a wonderful opportunity to visit the Pacific Northwest and the states of Washington, Oregon and
Northern California. This trip will include airflight from Detroit to Seattle and a return flight from San Francisco to Detroit. We will visit the cities of Seattle and San Francisco. Included will be Mt St Helen’s Visitors Center, Timberline Lodge Tour and chairlift ride up Mt Hood, Bonneville Dam and Lock, Multnomah Falls, Whale Watch, sand dune buggy ride, Haceta Head Lighthouse, jet boat ride through Hellgate Canyon, Redwoods and the Avenue of the Giants, Trees of Mystery Gondola Ride, and a visit to Wine Country. This trip includes cancellation protection. This is one of the best trips I’ve had the pleasure of escorting!
We need your name as it is written on your acceptable ID and your birthdate in order to confirm your airline ticket. You can use your passport, your enhanced driver’s license or a REAL driver’s license for this trip.
Single occupancy: $7399.00     Triple occupancy: $5199.00
We are partnering with Shoreline Tours for this trip. Detailed flyers are now available!
The Departure Meeting for this trip will be held on Friday, July 19, 2024 at the office at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00 p.m. Choose which time meets your needs!

Alcatraz…  People have called asking about seeing Alcatraz while we are on the Pacific Northwest Trip. It is very difficult to get tickets once we get there. They sell out months in advance. If there is enough interest, I can check on group tickets for the free time we have in San Francisco. I will say there is a good amount of walking to tour the prison and the boat ride. The incline from the boat to the prison is the equivalent of walking up a 13 story building. This tour takes about 2 1⁄2 hours and the additional cost would be about $42.00 – $45.00.  We may be able to get group tickets.

 

Tuesdays With Morrie – Petrolia              
A LIFE ALTERING FRIENDSHIP
By Jeffrey Hatcher & Mitch Albom
Date: Tuesday, August 13, 2024
Cost: $125.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: 12 seats available !!
***Passport or Enhanced Driver License required***
We are headed back to the Victoria Playhouse in Petrolia, Ontario for a delightful show! The cost includes the
motorcoach transportation, a delicious luncheon at Olive’s Casual Cuisine and main floor tickets. 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.
Tuesdays with Morrie is the heartwarming true story of Mitch Albom and his former college professor, Morrie
Schwartz. The two embark on a series of Tuesday meetings that explore life’s most important lessons of love,
family, and the meaning of life.

 

Pacific Northwest – Oregon Coast # 2     
Dates: Thursday August 15 – Sunday August 25, 2024
Cost: $5699.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $800.00 per person
Final Payment due: May 15, 2024
Status: 16 seats available
This is a wonderful opportunity to visit the Pacific Northwest and the states of Washington, Oregon and
Northern California. This trip will include airflight from Detroit to Seattle and a return flight from San Francisco to Detroit.
The price also incudes cancellation protection.
This trip is the same as trip # 1. See Alcatraz info above.
We need your name as it is written on your acceptable ID and your birthdate in order to confirm your airline ticket. You
can use your passport, your enhanced driver’s license or a REAL driver’s license for this trip.
Single occupancy: $7399.00     Triple occupancy: $5199.00
Detailed flyers now available!
The Departure Meeting for this trip will be held on Friday, July 19, 2024 at the office at 10:00 a.m. and 2:00
p.m. Choose which time meets your needs!

 

Tiger Night Game                      
Date: Wednesday, August 28, 2024
Cost: $85.00 per person
Departure: 4:30 p.m. from the Clio K-mart
Status: 20 seats available!
The Detroit Tigers will be playing the Los Angeles Angels for this 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. Bag policy – 9x6x1/2”.

 

Annual Summer Picnic!
Date: Thursday, August 29, 2024
Cost: $10.00 per person
Location: Fireman’s Park
Our annual summer picnic will be held at 12:00 noon. All are welcome to join us. You do not need to bring anything!
Everything is provided. The meal will include fried chicken, potato salad, baked beans, fruit, ice tea, lemonade and
dessert! Please call by 8/14/24 to reserve your seat so I know how much food to provide. It is a great place to
reconnect with friends you’ve met on the trips, or perhaps to meet a travel partner.
The location of the picnic will be at Fireman’s Park. It is located on Wilson Rd just east of Saginaw Rd (also called
Dort Hwy or M-54). This is a big place to hold the picnic and we have a lot more seats in the pavilion and can have double
serving lines. There is plenty of parking.

 

Labor Day Bridge Walk                     
Date: Monday, September 2, 2024
Cost: $65.00 per person
Departure: 2:00 a.m. from Clio K-mart
Status: Seats available!
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.

 

 

 

 

A Taste of Wisconsin              
Date: Tuesday, September 3 – Saturday, September 7, 2024
Cost: $920.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $120.00 per person
Cancellation Protection is $85.00 per person
Final payment due: August 1st, 2024
Departure: 6:00 a.m. from the PNC Bank
Status: 10 seats available!
This trip includes four nights lodging, motorcoach transportation, a boat cruise through Wisconsin Dells, the
Lost Canyon Tour, the House on the Rock, a ride on the Lake Geneva Mailboat and more! This trip is very casual.
Wear comfortable clothes and shoes.
Single occupancy: $1250.00 per person          Triple occupancy: $830.00 per person

 

The Ultimate Fiddler On The Loose – Petrolia                
ALL YOUR FIDDLIN’ FAVOURITES
Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2024
Cost: $125.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: 5 seats available !!
***Passport or Enhanced Driver License required***
We are headed back to the Victoria Playhouse in Petrolia, Ontario for a delightful show! The cost includes the
motorcoach transportation, a delicious luncheon at Olive’s Casual Cuisine and main floor tickets. 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.
Just when you thought it couldn’t possibly get any more epic, Jesse Grandmont and friends bring you the best of
this highly acclaimed audience favourite. By popular demand, this wildly talented cast will blow the roof off one
more time with the most ultimate music, step-dancing, comedy, and of course, fantastic fiddling. Catch the Orange
Blossom Special and ride down Country Roads through the Ring of Fire to where The Devil Went Down to Georgia!

 

Tiger Day Game                    
Date: Thursday, September 12, 2024
Cost: $85.00 per person
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Seats available!
The Detroit Tigers will be playing the Colorado Rockies for this 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. Bag policy – 9x6x1/2”.

 

Million Dollar Quartet! – Turkeyville      2nd Bus added !!
Date: Thursday, September 19, 2024
Cost: $88.00 per person
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Over 3/4 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!
On December 4th, 1956, a twist of fate brought Johnny Cash, Jerry Lee Lewis, Carl Perkins and Elvis Presley
together for one of the greatest jam sessions ever. This smash hit sensation features a score of legendary hits,
including “Blue Suede Shoes,” “Walk the Line,” “Sixteen Tons,” “Great Balls of Fire,” “Folsom Prison Blues,” “Whole
Lotta Shakin’ Goin’ On,” “Hound Dog,” and more!

 

Fall Mystery Trip         New!
Date: Friday, September 20, 2024
Cost: $100.00 per person
Departure: 9:00 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Join us for a fall adventure which includes the motorcoach, a wonderful luncheon and all activities for the
day. There is not a lot of walking, This will be a fun, relaxing day and a great way to spend the day with friends. Dress is
casual. It is fall so you might want a light sweater or jacket.
We should be back in Clio between 4:30 and 5:00 p.m. depending on traffic.

 

Seine River Cruise in France
Including Normandy 80th Anniversary
Dates: Tuesday, October 8 – Wednesday, October 16, 2024
Deposit: $1149.00 per person due with reservation form.
Status: Sold Out! Wait List started!
We will cruise the Seine River in France on the Amadeus Diamond. Travel Protection is included in the price of the trip
(valued at $549.00). This trip includes a Paris City tour, a visit to Normandy which will be marking the 80th Anniversary
since the invasion during WWII, and more. A passport is required for this trip! Must be valid for 6 months beyond
trip dates.
The Departure Meeting for this trip will be held on Tuesday, September 17th, at 2:00 p.m. at the office. Please
save the date!

 

The Tony Bennett Songbook – Petrolia                 
Date: Friday, October 18, 2024
Cost: $125.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Seats available!
***Passport or Enhanced Driver License required***
We are headed back to the Victoria Playhouse in Petrolia, Ontario for a delightful show! The cost includes the
motorcoach transportation, a delicious luncheon at Olive’s Casual Cuisine and main floor tickets. 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.
The everlasting music of Tony Bennett is highlighted in this very special theatrical concert. Experience some of his
most powerful music with soaring voices and stunning arrangements. Featuring renditions of “I Left My Heart in
San Francisco”, “The Way You Look Tonight” and “The Best is Yet to Come”, these songs and the legacy of Tony
Bennett will remain in our hearts for years to come.

 

Grand Experience – Mackinac Island                   
Dates: Sunday, October 20 – Wednesday, October 23, 2024
Cost: $990.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $250.00 per person
Final Balance Due: August 20, 2024
Cancellation Protection: $90.00 per person due w/ deposit
Status: Sold Out !! Wait list started !!
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 month.
Single price: $1200.00 Triple price: $910.00 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.

 

 

 

 

Daniel O’Donnell @ Shipshewana                 
Dates: Friday, October 25 – Saturday, October 26, 2024
Cost: $330.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $80.00 per person
Cancellation Protection: $50.00 per person (optional)
Final Payment Due: Sept. 15, 2024
Departure: 9:00 a.m. from PNC Bank
Status: Over half full !!
Daniel O’Donnell will be at the Shipshewana Center for Performing Arts. His show is a unique production that
features the star entertaining his audience with a nostalgic trip down memory lane as he performs hit after hit in the
show. This trip includes the motorcoach, the ticket for the matinee Daniel O’Donnell Show, a buffet style dinner at the
Blue Gate Restaurant, and 1 night lodging at Farmstead Inn.
Following an included breakfast we will visit a bakery, the cheese house, Yoder’s Department Store and the Bulk Food
Store. Bring a cooler if you’d like to purchase items that need refrigeration.
Single: $385.00    Triple: $310.00 per person

 

Winter Wonderettes – Turkeyville # 1
Date: Tuesday, November 12, 2024
Cost: $88.00 per person
Status: Seats available!
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
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 glittering seasonal celebration finds the all-girl singing group, the Wonderettes, entertaining at the Harper’s
Hardware Holiday Party. When Santa turns up missing, the girls use their talent to save the party! Featuring great 60’s versions of holiday classics such as “Santa Claus Is Coming To Town,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” “Run, Rudolph, Run,” and “Winter Wonderland,” the result is marvelous!

 

Christmas In Branson                   
Date: Sunday, November 17 – Saturday, November 23, 2024
Cost: $1365.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $165.00 per person
Cancellation protection: $100.00 per person
Final payment due: October 10, 2024
Departure: 6:30 a.m. from PNC Bank
Status: Sold Out !! Wait List Started !!
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 Miracle of Christmas at the Sight and
Sound Theatre; the Showboat Branson Belle; Clay Cooper’s Country Express; The Duttons; The Hughes Family;
Sanders Family Christmas (Christmas version of Smoke on the Mountain); The Presley’s Family Jubilee, Doug Gabriel; and the Texas Tenors! 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: $1780.00       Triple rate: $1250.00 per person

 

Starbright Christmas # 1 – Petrolia      
Date: Tuesday, December 3, 2024
Cost: $125.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: 6 seats available!
***Must have Passport or Enhanced Driver License***
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.
There is not a lot of walking and it should be a relaxing, enjoyable day!
Lunch will be included at Olive’s Casual Cuisine in Sarnia on our way to Petrolia. 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.

 

Starbright Christmas # 2 – Petrolia             
Date: Wednesday, December 4. 2024
Cost: $125.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Over Half Full !!
***Must have Passport or Enhanced Driver License***
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 Olive’s Casual Cuisine in Sarnia on our way to 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 should return to Clio about 7:30 p.m.

 

A Capital Christmas – Washington DC         New!
Date: Thursday, December 12 – Monday, December 16, 2024
Cost: $1899.00 per person for double occupancy
Deposit: $150.00 per person
Cancellation Protection: $150.00 per person with deposit.
Final Payment Due: October 12, 2024
Join us for this opportunity to visit our Nations’ Capitol at Christmas. This trip includes the motorcoach transportation,
4 night’s lodging, an all day sightseeing tour of DC, Evening Illumination Tour including the National Tree, National
Cathedral, Christmas at Mt Vernon, 3 Dinners, 4 Breakfasts, a performance of “A Christmas Carol” at Ford’s Theatre, a
performance of NSO Pops Concert at Kennedy Center for Performing Arts, a visit to Cambridge, Ohio for Dicken’s
Victorian Village to see how mannequins are made, and the Cambridge Museum of Glass. Detailed flyers are available!
Single Occupancy: $2769.00 per person
Triple Occupancy: $1699.00 per person

 

Winter Wonderettes – Turkeyville # 2
Date: Wednesday, December 18, 2024
Cost: $88.00 per person
Status: Seats available!
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
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 glittering seasonal celebration finds the all-girl singing group, the Wonderettes, entertaining at the Harper’s
Hardware Holiday Party. When Santa turns up missing, the girls use their talent to save the party! Featuring great 60’s versions of holiday classics such as “Santa Claus Is Coming To Town,” “Jingle Bell Rock,” “Run, Rudolph, Run,” and “Winter Wonderland,” the result is marvelous!

 

 

                         ***2025***

 

San Antonio, Texas                 
Date: February 17 – 21, 2025
Cost: $1960.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $180.00 per person
Final payment due: January 8, 2025
We will stay at the Drury Inn right on the River Walk. The plan is to offer an excursion each day and yet still give
everyone a chance to enjoy time on their own to explore the River Walk, shop or visit area museums. The plan includes
visiting the Alamo, the San Antonio Missions, SAS – the San Antonio Shoe Factory for a tour, and the towns of Gruene
and Gonzales. We will also visit the Institute of Texan Culture. The bus to and from the airports, the flight, hotel and
cancellation protection are also included.
The City of Gruene has been placed on the National Register of Historic Places. You will enjoy the small town
with a variety of shops to visit and a wonderful lunch at the Gristmill River Restaurant. The “Come and Get It Cannon” is
on display at one of the museums in Gonzales. Wait until you hear the story of this unique piece of history! The Alamo and
the San Antonio Missions are also a wonderful experience.
Even with scheduled tours each day, there will be time to explore the Riverwalk and enjoy San Antonio.
The cost includes 4 nights at the Drury Inn. There is a rooftop pool for your enjoyment. Each night there is a
Kickback Reception featuring hot foods and cold beverages. Some people consider this filling enough for dinner. Or you
can enjoy dinner at one of the many restaurants on the River Walk. We will be flying Delta. If you have a skymiles # please
include it in your reservation information. I need your name as it is printed on your drivers license and birthdate in order
to reserve your airline ticket.   Single 2500.00    Triple 1785.00.

 

Hawaiian Islands – Land & Cruise        
Date: March 6 – 19, 2025
Cost: To be determined. Waiting for airline pricing.
Join me for a trip to the Hawaiian Islands in March of 2025. Let’s get away from the winter weather and enjoy a
couple weeks in the sun! March is a delightful time to visit Hawaii because the whales are having their babies and we
can often see them breeching from the shore. We will depart on Thursday, March 6, and fly to Hawaii. Arriving at our hotel we will be a block from Waikiki Beach. It will be early evening there and due to the time change, it will be a long day for us. On Friday, we’ll relax – sleep in if you choose – and learn your way around the hotel and surrounding area. Perhaps hanging out on Waikiki Beach will be enjoyable for you. On Saturday afternoon we will head to the ship terminal and board Norwegian Cruise Line’s “Pride of America” for a week long cruise. The cruise will take us to the four major islands where you will have an opportunity to purchase shore excursions of your choice on each island. The meals on the cruise ship and many ship activities will be included for your enjoyment. Returning to Honolulu, we will stay for three additional nights at the same hotel in Waikiki. Since you’ll already be rested and know your way around, you can really enjoy some local activities. I will schedule day trips to Pearl Harbor and a city tour as well as a day to the Polynesian Cultural Center. These are places that I recommend everyone take time to see especially if it is your first trip to Hawaii.  Aloha!

 

Reflections of Italy       
Date: April 2 – 11, 2025
Cost: $5353.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $1177.00 per person
Final payment due: February 1, 2025.
There is a $200.00 early bird discount for those signing up before October 3, 2024. We will visit several areas of Italy including Rome, Vatican Museums, Sistene Chapel, St Peter’s Basilica, Assisi, Perugia, Cortona, Florence, Venice, Murano Island, and Lake Como. This ten day trip will include 8 breakfasts 1 lunch and 3 dinners. The airfare and our transportation to and from the airport and Trip Insurance is also included. (valued at $479.00)
The Venetian Serenaded Gondola Cruise in Venice is an included experience.
Detailed flyers will be available soon! The reservation form is in the flyer and needs to be returned with your
deposit. It asks for your name as it is printed on your passport as well as birthdate and other important
information!
*** You will need a passport for this trip***

 

 

      COMING IN 2025 !!     

 

Great Canadian Cities… Montreal, Quebec, Ottawa, Toronto and the 1000 Islands
Tentative date: May 11 – 19, 2025
This awesome trip will be by bus and we will visit some major cities in Canada. Watch for more details coming soon.
This trip will include 2 nights at the world renowned Chateau Frontenac on Quebec.

 

South Dakota
I’m in n the planning stage for August 2025! You’ve asked for it! The Black Hills, Badlands, Mount Rushmore, Wall Drug
and more. Watch for details coming soon!

 

2024 – 2025 shows coming! What would you like to see?
It helps me to have an idea of what shows people are really interested in seeing so that I can purchase the right
amount of tickets. Below are some shows that have been announced for the 2024 – 2025 season. Let me know what
you are interested in seeing.

Detroit: Moulin Rouge; Some Like It Hot; MJ the Musical; Neal Diamond Musical – A Beautiful Noise; Parade – revival;
Kimberly Akimbo; The Wiz;
Toledo: Les Miz; Beetlejuice; Chicago and Pretty Woman.
Toronto: Come From Away,
Turkeyville: Almost Maine; Nunsense; Hit Me With Your Best Shot; Joseph; The Naughty List
Meadow Brook: Strangers On A Train; Footloose; The Angel Next Door; Vanities – The Musical; The Rat Pack
Lounge; Shear Madness

 

New Hampshire & Vermont
Date: October 2025
Cost: TBD
We will visit New Hampshire, Vermont and the Finger Lakes Region for fall color! Many unique opportunities
include the Mt Washington Cog Rail, Quechee Gorge, Belhurst Castle, Finger Lake Cruise and more! Details are
being confirmed at this time!

 

       COMING IN 2026 !!

 

South Africa Presentation!   April 23rd, 2024!
Date: 10:00 a.m. Tuesday, April 23, 2024 by Ed McKenna
For those who had signed up for the trip to South Africa which was cancelled due to Covid, I’ve been investigating
our options for putting that trip back on our schedule. Collette Vacations has a trip that is replacing the one we were
planning. It would be in early February of 2026. Remember that would be summer there.
Our sales representative from Collette will be here on Tuesday, April 23rd, to do a presentation and answer
questions at 10:00 a.m. If you are thinking of taking this trip, this will give you a good overview of what to expect, the
amount of walking, the length of the flight, visas required and allow you to ask any questions you may have. Since this is
a unique type of tour I felt a presentation would be beneficial  in helping you decide if this is the type of trip you’d like to
take. Our sales representative is currently in South Africa and taking lots of pictures in order to show you the types of
lodging you will experience on this trip. Plan to attend if at all possible.

 

Exploring South Africa           New!
Dates: February 2 -16, 2026
Cost: $9098.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $1297.00 per person (includes cancellation)
Final payment due: December 4, 2025
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.
Flyers have been requested and should be arriving soon.
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 20 people. Attending the
informational meeting may help you decide if this is the trip for you!  Please see the information above.

 

Route 66 in April of 2026
Tentative dates: April 13 – May 2, 2026.
Planning is now underway! Route 66 will be 100 years old in 2026. I’ve met with several locations along Route 66 and
they are delighted we are planning to make this trip.
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. I am planning stops at many iconic locations
including Rialto Square Theatre, Joliet Area Historical Museum and Route 66 Welcome Center, Edinger’s Filling
Station, Route 66 Hall of Fame & Museum, Amarillo Route 66 Historical District, Cadillac Ranch, Midpoint Café, Route
66 Historical Village, Neon Signs, Oklahoma City National Memorial & Museum, Uranus, Totem Pole Park, Heart of
Route 66 Auto Museum, Pops Soda Ranch, TeePee Curios, New Mexico Rout 66 Museum, the Continental Divide,
Oatman, Williams, Santa Monica Pier. Amd of course the “End of Trail Sign. We will start in Chicago at the Begin
Route 66 Sign. Of course, other stops are being considered as well. There will be some stops as we travel west and
different stops as we head east on the return trip. Hopefully this will keep the trip fresh even though we will be traveling
the same highway. 

A few people have suggested getting t-shirts… there are so many options for slogans, pictures, etc. Are there any
creative people who want to submit designs or ideas? A few have been suggested…
1. 100 years of the Mother Road – Route 66
2. Getting our Kicks on Route 66 with Ann’s Adventures
3. Route 66 – 100 Years Celebration
4. 100 Years Celebration – A three week Vacation
5. Route 66 1926 – 2026
Maybe you have another idea… Maybe you are not interested in t-shirts at all. Maybe we should have a t-shirt
committee?

This trip will be in the warmer weather and I’m anticipating that we can pack light with shorts and t-shirts. Maybe jeans
and a sweatshirt/jacket if we encounter cooler weather at night.
I’m envisioning traveling 2 to 4 hours per day, but there is so much to see there will be lots of stops. Once we are in the
more western states, it will be likely we will travel longer on the bus due to the wide open spaces! I’m collecting videos,
music and other items to help pass the miles.
My goal is to keep it fun and relaxing as we explore part of our country! I know a lot of people have expressed interest
in this trip and I want you to know that I am working on it!
It is still a little early for pricing for hotels and some restaurants, but they are starting to promote the 100 year
celebration and I am hopeful that I’ll be able to nail down some pricing in the next few months.
Thanks for considering taking this adventure with me!