“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

 

 

 

Shipshewana                                                          AMERICA 250    
Date: Monday June 8 – Tuesday June 9, 2026
Cost: $265.00 per person, double occupancy
Departure: 8:00 a.m. from Clio City Lot
Deposit: $65.00 per person
Status: READY TO GO !!
Cancellation Protection: $50.00 per person w/ deposit
Final payment due April 30, 2026
Join me for 2 days in Shipshewana celebrating the Semiquincentennial of our country! Day 1 we will arrive in time for
lunch (on your own) and shopping in town. Then we will see this special show,   AMERICA 250 !!  “Don’t miss this extraordinary and
unique celebration of America’s 250th Birthday Join the amazing Celebration Singers & actors for an unforgettable evening to
experience the majestic and beloved songs and stories of America, from stirring anthems to timeless classics, each note and word lifting
your spirit and awakening your pride. Be entertained by the music you love. Be informed by fascinating and intriguing stories from
America’s past. Be inspired as the grandeur of our nation comes alive on the big screen. This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience to
honor the dream and miracle that created and sustained the United States of America.” We’ll enjoy an included dinner after the 4:00 p.m.
show! We will spend 1 night at the Farmstead Inn. Day 2 we will spend the day at the flea market. Mid-afternoon we will head home.
Single occupancy: $335.00       Triple occupancy: $220.00 per person

 

Always A Bridesmaid      CANCELLED !!                  
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.

 

Authentic Alaska
Dates: Monday June 15 – Tuesday June 30, 2026
Cancellation Protection: Included! (Valued at $300.00)
Status: Ready To Go!
A passport or MI Enhanced Driver’s license is required for this trip! The cruise ship docks in Vancouver, British
Columbia – Canada.
This trip includes 7 days land and a 7 night cruise through the Inside Passage. The Departure meeting will be held on
Friday, May 8, at 10:00 a.m. or 2:00 p.m. Choose which time works for your schedule. Bring your ID so we can
make a copy.

 

Ed’s Garage – Petrolia                    
Date: Wednesday, June 24, 2026
Cost: $130.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: 9 seats available !!
***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.

 

 

Happy Birthday USA!      250 years!      Have a Safe Semiquincentennial!

 

 

Bay City Fireworks                                    AMERICA 250
Date: Saturday, July 4, 2026
Cost: $50.00 per person
Departure: 5:30 p.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Over Half Full !!
“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)

 

Escape To Margaritaville -Turkeyville
Date: Thursday, July 9, 2026
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!
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!

 

The Henry Ford Museum                                 AMERICA 250
Freedom Plane National Tour:
Documents That Forged a Nation*
Date: Friday, July 10, 2026
Cost: $85.00 per person
Departure: 8:00 a.m. from the former Clio Kmart
Status: Half full !!
*Traveling for the first time together in history, see documents like George Washington’s, Alexander Hamilton’s
and Aaron Burr’s Oaths of Allegiance (1778); the Treaty of Paris (1783); Senate Markup of the Bill of Rights (1789); and
more. The Henry Ford is one of eight institutions across the U.S. where nine original founding-era documents will be on
display to the public as part of The National Archives and Records Administration traveling exhibition, Freedom Plane
National Tour: Documents That Forged a Nation
In addition to viewing these documents, you will be able to visit the exhibits at the Henry Ford, have lunch on your
own at venues in the museum. Return to Clio about 5:00 p.m.

 

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
Departure: 6:30 a.m. from the City Lot across from office
Status: 12 seats available!
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  #2        
Date: Friday, July 17, 2026
Cost: $130.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: 7 seats available !!
***Passport or MI Enhanced Driver License required***
Let the beach party begin! Same as Trip # 1 – different date.
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 as we return to Michigan. We’ll return to Clio about 7:30 p.m.

 

Good Vibrations – Petrolia  #1             
Date: Wednesday, July 22, 2026
Cost: $130.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: SOLD OUT !!  (see post above)
***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                        
Date: Monday, July 27, 2026
Cost: $85.00 per person
Departure: 4:15 p.m. from the Clio K-mart
Status: SOLD OUT !!
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.. Your bag must be a clear bag or follow the bag policy – 9” x 6” x 1/2”.

 

Emma’s Wedding(s)                
Date: Wednesday, July 29, 2026
Cost: $90.00 per person
Departure: 1:00 p.m. from the Clio Kmart
Status: 10 seats available  !!
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.

 

Annual Summer Picnic!                    
Date: Tuesday, August 4, 2026
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 7/27/26 to reserve your seat so I know how much food to provide.
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. It is a covered pavilion in case of inclement weather.

 

Mud Hens & Tony Packos            
Date: Wednesday, August 5, 2026
Cost: $75.00 per person
Departure: 2:00 p.m. from the Clio K-mart
Status: 15 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 St Paul Saints which is the farm
team for the Minnesota Twins.

 

 

 

Grandparent / Grandkids Annual Trip              New!
Date: Thursday, August 6, 2026
Cost: $65.00 per person
Departure: 8:00 a.m. from the Clio Kmart
This year’s Grandparent / Grandkid Zoo trip will be to the Boulder Ridge Wild Animal Park in Alto, MI. This unique zoo
covers nearly 100 acres and houses rhinos, penguins, hyenas, giraffes, kangaroos, and a parakeet aviary. There is
a petting zoo, a reptile house, alligators, camel, cassowary, and so much more! There is a snack / drinks area for
purchase as well as a picnic area if you prefer to bring your own picnic lunch. 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. We will depart the zoo at 3:00 p.m. and should be back in Clio around 5:00 p.m.

 

Piano Legends – Petrolia                   
Date: Tuesday, August 11, 2026
Cost: $130.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: A few seats maybe available  !!
***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              New Info!
Date: August 12 – 21, 2026
Status: SOLD OUT !!
You must have a valid passport for this trip. There will be a Departure Meeting Tuesday, July 28, 2026
at 10:00 a.m. Please bring your passport to the meeting! Optional trips in Lucerne & Innsbruck
Switzerland – Mount Pilatus $99.00
Enjoy the splendor of pure nature while gliding over a clear landscape in panoramic gondolas and spectacular
cable cars. Ascend Pilatus via a unique excursion on the steepest railway of the world with a gradient of 48%. Upon
arrival at the top, soak in the magnificent Alpine view from 7,000 feet above sea level. During leisure time at the
summit, stroll the walkway for views from a different vantage point, or enjoy Swiss culinary delights on your own in one of
the various restaurants (lunch is not included). Return back down the mountain by panoramic gondola for yet another
bird’s eye view. The option may be cancelled due to maintenance work or inclement weather. Approx 3 hours.
Innsbruck – Seefeld and Country Cottage Visit $99.00
How better to spend a free day than visiting the romantic Alpine village of Seefeld. Beautifully situated at 3,600 feet
above sea level, this charming Tyrolean town commands breathtaking views of the surrounding mountains and
countryside. Known as one of the world’s greatest ski resorts, Seefeld offers a relaxed atmosphere in an Alpine
setting with miles of trails for walking, lakes, fine shopping, dining possibilities, and fresh, Alpine air. After arriving by
train, enjoy a glass of schnapps and a traditional horse and buggy ride. While at the small country home, learn how to
make your own apple strudel and indulge in the chance to sample one of Austria’s famous sweets! Approx 5 hours.

 

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
Departure: 6:30 a.m. from Clio City Lot across from office
Status: SOLD OUT !!
This trip to Lancaster includes 3 nights lodging at Heritage Hotel, 3 dinners, 3 breakfasts, the Chalk Artist, and
a visit to Hershey for a “step on guide” tour. Our 2 shows will be Joshua at the Sight & Sound Theater and Pretty Woman
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.      Single: $940.00 Triple: $690.00 per person.

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Thousand Islands In-Depth                             
“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
Cancellation Protection: $150.00 per person w/ deposit
Final Payment due: July 20, 2026
Status: SOLD OUT !!
****You must have a passport or Enhanced Driver’s License for this trip****
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

 

Labor Day Bridge Walk
Date: Monday, September 7, 2026
Cost: $70.00 per person
Departure: 2:00 a.m. from Clio K-mart
Status: Half Full !!
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 p.m.

 

Meijer Gardens featuring Chihuly Glass Exhibit                  New!
Date: Tuesday, September 8, 2026
Cost: $110.00 per person
Departure: 8:30 a.m. from former Clio Kmart
While Meijer Gardens has always had a small display of Chihuly glass in their cafeteria, This year they are hosting an
amazing display of Chihuly glass throughout the sculpture park as well as an indoor exhibit. This trip will include the
indoor exhibits as well as the outdoor gardens. We will have a tram ride, a box lunch included as well as the
transportation and the admission to the gardens. We will depart by 4:00 p.m. and should return to Clio by 6:00 p.m.

 

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: 10 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                                          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.
Status: 14 seats available !!
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          
Date: Wednesday, September 16, 2026
Cost: $130.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: Seats available!
***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
Date: Tuesday September 22 – Tuesday September 29, 2026
Cost: $1850.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: 185.00 per person
Cancellation protection: 150.00 per person w/ deposit
Final Payment date: August 15, 2026
Status: SOLD OUT !!
This trip will explore the historical, cultural and art of Pittsburgh, Philadelphia, Baltimore and Delaware! Some of
our activities will include the Constitution Center, Betsy Ross House, the Liberty Bell, American Revolution Museum,
Reading Terminal Farmer’s Market, Falling Waters (a Frank Lloyd Wright House – also a UNESCO site) Beth Sholom
Synagogue (also a Frank Lloyd Wright design), a harbor cruise in Baltimore, visit Fort McHenry, Hagley Museum, and
the Flag House! There is so much more! I am currently working on putting everything in order but I’m very excited
about the variety of places we can visit. So much to see and do! This trip will include 7 nights lodging, admissions to the
museums, 4 dinners, 7 breakfasts, 2 boat excursions and so much more! There will be more details as contracts are
still being signed.
Single: $2200.00;  Triple occupancy $1500.00 per person.

 

Tiger Day Game                         
Date: Wednesday, September 23, 2026
Cost: $85.00 per person
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: SOLD OUT !!  Wait List started !!
The Detroit Tigers will be playing the Washington Nationals 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. You must have a clear bag or follow the bag policy – 9” x 6” x1 /2”.

 

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 !! 
***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 at 2:00 p.m. Please bring your TSA approved ID to
the departure meeting!         Single: $5,532.00     Triple: $4122.00.

 

Thunder Bay / Fall Color / Elk Viewing
Date: Wednesday, October 14, 2026
Cost: $210.00 per person
Departure: 8:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status:  11 seats available !!
This trip will feature a visit to Thunder Bay Resort near Hillman, MI for an amazing dinner. We will take a horse
drawn carriage ride to the beautifully decorated cabin for a delicious meal and wine tasting. After we eat we will board
the carriages to view the Elk throughout the property. I am fully expecting we will enjoy some of Michigan’s fall color as
we travel to and from the resort on our motorcoach.
Dress in layers since fall weather can be difficult to guess in advance. The meal includes Pear and Apple Dumpling,
Shrimp Cocktail, Jan’s Homemade Chicken Noodle Soup, Thunder Bay Sweet Napa Salad and Croissant, Crown
Roast of Pork with Roasted Red Skin Potatoes, and White Chocolate Mousse Filled Pizzelles with Fresh Raspberries

 

Grand Experience – Mackinac Island      
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
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.
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
Date: Tuesday  October 27 – Wednesday October 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.
Status:  10 seats available!
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

 

The Notebook                      New!
Date: Thursday, October 29, 2026
Cost: $ 120.00 per person
Departure: 6:00 p.m. from Clio Kmart
“The Notebook” is a hit musical based on the best selling novel that inspired the iconic film. Allie and Noah, both from
different worlds, share a lifetime of love despite the forces that threaten to pull them apart, in a deeply moving portrait
of the enduring power of love.
The Notebook is “full of butterfly-inducing highs, stunning performances, and beautiful songs.”
This trip includes the motorcoach and main floor seating at Wharton Theatre. Eat a good meal or bring something to
eat on the bus. There will not be a supper stop on the way.

 

Halloween Honors Houdini                          New!
Date: Saturday, October 31, 2026
Cost: $140.00 per person
Departure: 8:30 a.m. from the former Clio Kmart
Join me for a trip to Colon, Michigan on Halloween! This year is the 100th anniversary of the death of Harry Houdini. This well-known
magician died at 2.37 p.m. on Halloween 1926. Learn about the Houdini Séance and the purpose behind it. The Houdini Seance is
Magics way of honoring Houdini for his crusade against fraudulent spiritualists and mediums. After the loss of his mother, Houdini
attempted to contact her through various mediums of the era, only to find they were using some of the same methods to fool people
that he was using in his act. Disgusted that mediums would take advantage of people in their hour of grief, he began a crusade to
expose these fake mediums, and thus made many enemies with the spiritualist world of his era.
Let’s explore the world of Magic! This trip will include a graveyard tour, a visit to the museum, a magic show, the séance, and a chance
to learn about this community that brings magicians together to learn new skills and share their love of the art of magic. Lunch will be
included.
Colon is the former home and burial site of several famous magicians including, Harry Blackstone, Sr. (The Great Blackstone).
The United States Congress recognizes Colon as “The Magic Capital of the World”. It is the home of the Abbott Magic Company,
founded in 1934 by magicians Percy Abbott, an Australian and friend of Blackstone’s, and Recil Bordner, originally from Eaton,
Ohio. The company has a local store, showroom, and a factory where magicians’ supplies and new tricks are manufactured. Abbott
Magic is well known among professional stage acts.
Dress for the weather as the graveyard tour will be outdoors and include walking on uneven ground. Return time to Clio will be about
6:00 p.m.

 

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: 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!
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                                    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.
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 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

 

Starbright Christmas # 1 – Petrolia                 
Date: Tuesday, December 1, 2026
Cost: $130.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: A few seats maybe 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 in 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 2, 2026
Cost: $130.00 per person
Departure: 8:45 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Status: SOLD OUT !!
***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 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 p.m.

 

Starbright Christmas # 3 – Petrolia          
Date: Thursday, December 3, 2026
Cost: $130.00 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. There is not a lot of walking and it should
be a relaxing, enjoyable day!
Lunch will be included in 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.

 

The Singing Christmas Tree                   New!
Date: Saturday, December 5, 2026
Cost: $110.00 per person
Departure: 9:30 a.m. from Clio Kmart
Experience the 42 nd performance of America’s Tallest Singing Christmas Tree, which features over 200 students in
a 67-foot tree. This program is presented by Mona Shores Choir Association. This trip includes the motorcoach and
driver tip, a luncheon, and main floor tickets to enjoy the Singing Christmas Tree. There will be a light supper stop on
the way home which will be on your own. We should arrive home around 8:30 p.m.

 

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**

 

Hawaiian Islands – Land & Cruise
Date: Thursday March 4 – Wednesday March 17, 2027
Cost: Depends on your choice of cabin on the cruise portion.
Status: Sold Out! Wait List started!
There 3 categories, Balcony, obstructed oceanview; and inside cabins.
Balcony: $6800.00 per person double occupancy
Inside Cabin: $5800.00 per person double occupancy
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 4, and fly to Hawaii. Arriving at the Sheraton Princess
Kaiulani 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 offer optional 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.
Cancellation Protection (valued at $450.00 per person) is included.
$1000.00 deposit per person to confirm your seat. 2nd deposit of $1,500 per person due by August 25th, 2026
Final payment is due by October 25th, 2026

 

Lion King – Wharton         New!
Date: Thursday, April 15, 2027
Cost: $140.00 per person
Departure: 6:00 p.m. from Clio Kmart
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
Wharton Center for Performing Arts
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 Wharton Center for Performing
Arts. Eat a good meal or bring something to eat on the bus. There will not be a supper stop on the way.

 

Virginia International Tattoo                      New!
Date: Tuesday April 20– Sunday April 25, 2027
Cost: Save the date! Pricing to come soon!
The Virginia International Tattoo is a military tattoo that began in 1997 and is the signature event of the Virginia Arts
Festival. Presented annually in Norfolk, Virginia, the Tattoo is an exhibition of military bands, massed pipes and drums,
military drill teams, Celtic dancers and choirs.
This trip will include 5 nights lodging, motorcoach transportation, tickets to the Military Aviation Museum, a
guided tour of the Chrysler Museum and Glass Studio, tickets for Nauticus & the Battleship Wisconsin, Virginia
International Tattoo performance, Parade of Nations and NATO Village, an afternoon sail aboard the American Rover
on the Elizabeth River, 6 breakfasts, 2 dinners, 1 lunch, and a guided tour of the historic Thoroughgood House. The 4
nights in Virginia will be at the Hyatt Place Virginia Beach Town Center with WiFi, indoor pool and fitness center.

 

French Lick Resort – Spring Excursion                  New!
Date: Tuesday May 4 – Friday May 7, 2027
Cost: $1500.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $200.00 per person
Cancellation Protection: $100.00 per person due w/ deposit
This trip includes 4 nights at this historical hotel, 4 breakfasts, 1 lunch, 2 dinners, a step on guide history tour,
a Historic Landmarks Walking Tour of French Lick Hotel, an Elephant Encounter, French Lick Scenic Railway, Leisure
time at Resort, Gasthof Amish Village, Monastery Immaculate Conception, Historical Walking Tour of West
Baden Springs, and Patoka Lake Wildlife Cruise. This resort is located in the southwest part of Indiana and should be full
of spring flowers blooming everywhere!
Single occupancy: $1800.00      Triple: $1370.00 per person

 

Spectacular Scandinavia       
Date: Monday June 14 – Monday June 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: Over Half Full !!
***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.

 

Lancaster – Jonah in 2027!
The Sight & Sound Theatre has announced that their production for 2027 in Lancaster will be the story of Jonah!
This is a return production and the amazing thing I recall when I saw it in the past was when the whale swam out
above the audience. At this point in time, I do not have a date or price. I’m just looking for input as to the level of interest
for this show. The past couple of years we have reserved 2 or 3 shows. I am just trying to determine how many tickets to
reserve. There are so many other trips next year, I don’t want to assume the same level of interest.

 

Canadian Rockies                     New!
Date: July 25 – 31, 2027
Cost: $4450.00 per person double occupancy
Deposit: $750.00 per person
Cancellation Protection: $250.00 included in price above
Final payment due: April 9, 2027
This is a flying and bus trip. Your deposit will reserve your seat. The trip includes motorcoach, 6 nights lodging, 6
breakfasts, 1 lunch, 3 dinners, Head Smashed in Buffalo Jump, Visit Prince of Wales Hotel, Red Jammer Tour
through Glacier National Park (USA) on the Going To The Sun Highway, Kootenay National Park, Radium Hot Springs,
Visit to Lake Louise, Chateau Lake Louise Lunch, Icefields Parkway Scenic Drive, Icefields Skywalk, Columbia Icefields
Sno-Coach, Tour of Banff National Park, luggage handling and so much more.
All participants must have a valid passport for this trip as we will be flying between USA and Canada as well as
crossing the border into Montana. This trip does involve some walking and we will be in the Rockies, so you will
experience higher altitudes.
Single occupancy: $6000.00        Triple: $4100.00 per person

 

Shades of Ireland                             New!
Dates: September 24 – October 3, 2027
Cost: $6348.00 double occupancy per person
Early Bird Discount of $250.00 if reserved by Jan. 15, 2027.
Deposit: $1297.00 which includes insurance of $599.00
Final payment: due by June 11, 2027
This 10 day trip to Ireland includes all the “must see” locations, 13 meals and more! We will visit Dublin,
Waterford, Killarney, the Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher, Limerick, Galway, Kingscourt and more! Kiss the Blarney
Stone, taste the Guiness, and more! Detailed flyers are being printed and should arrive in the office soon from
Collette.
*** You must have a valid passport for this trip***

 

Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta & Santa Fe                    New!
Dates: October 8 – 13, 2027
Cost: $4649.00 per person double occupancy.
Deposit: $875.00 per person Includes Insurance.
Final payment due: June 14, 2027
This trip includes 2 nights in Albuquerque, New Mexico and 3 nights in Santa Fe, New Mexico as well as 5
breakfasts and 2 dinners; roundtrip airfare; travel protection plan; and more! There will be sightseeing stops in Old Town,
the Indian Pueblo Cultural Center; Los Alamos Bradbury Science Museum; Taos; Santa Fe City Tour and the
highlight… the Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta! Enjoy one of the  most photographed events in the world followed by the Mass
Ascension! That evening return to witness the Balloon Glow just before dusk as they light up the evening sky. This trip
will certainly be a colorful and memorable experience. We are doing this trip with Premier World Discovery.
We will be in the Mountain Time Zone
*** You need a TSA approved Identification for this trip***
We are flying in the US so a Real ID, An Enhanced Michigan license or a passport is acceptable.

 

South Africa, Botswana & Victoria Falls            New!
Date: February 3 – 18, 2028
Cost: $11,768.00 per person double occupancy
(This price includes a $650.00 early bird discount) After January 28, 2027 the double occupancy cost is $12,418.00.
Deposit: $1467.00 per person (includes insurance which is valued at $769.00 per person.
This trip includes round trip air, 13 breakfasts, 6 lunches, 10 dinners, 13 nights lodgings, and more. We will visit Chobe
and Pilanesberg National Parks and enjoy game drives which allow you to see wildlife in their natural settings. We
will visit Cape Town, Victoria Falls, Zimbabwe, Botswana and South Africa. We will visit a traditional rural homestead,
meet the village chief and learn about traditional ways of living in this part of the world. There are so many beautiful
sights in South Africa and the animals are amazing to see.
Reservations are on a first come, first served basis. The seat reduction date is January 28, 2027.Reservations after
that date are based upon availability Deposits are fully refundable up until February 4, 2027. Final payment is due
November 5, 2027. This trip is limited to 18 participants.
Trip flyers from Collette are now available in the office.
*** This trip requires a passport that is valid 8 months past the return date of the trip. The size of this trip is
limited***

 

 

 

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