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Who let the dogs out?

JANUARY 23, 2022 #14696 $179 PER PERSON

MUTTS GONE NUTS

Calling all Dog Lovers... this show is for you!

Expect the unexpected, at the Wilson Center Jacksonville, FL as canines & comedy collide in a smash hit performance, that’s leaving audiences everywhere howling for more.

From shelters to showbiz, these amazing mutts unleash havoc and hilarity in a breathtaking, action-packed, comedy dog spectacular, featuring some of the world’s most talented 4-legged performers. These rescue dogs are sure to steal your heart, and then probably your socks! A Lunch is included on the journey down to Florida before the 1:30pm matinee curtain.

SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

DEC 13-15 #14698 $1409 SINGLE $1079 DOUBLE

THE GREENBRIER RESORT AT CHRISTMAS WHITE SULPHUR SPRINGS, WV

Before you get wrapped up in the hustle and bustle of Christmas, spoil yourself with a rejuvenating getaway to the luxurious Greenbrier Resort.

DAY ONE Meet your fellow travelers and head north into the majestic mountains of West Virginia, home to The Greenbrier, a National Historic Landmark and world-class resort that has been welcoming guests since 1778. Join the guest list that includes 27 presidents, royalty, celebrities, business leaders, and now … you! After checking into your room, dress for dinner (yes, there is a dress code) and proceed to the elegant Main Dining Room for a delicious meal. After, enjoy a nightcap at one of the six resort bars, or try your luck at the Casino Club ($20.00 free play) affectionately nicknamed Monte Carlo meets Gone with the Wind! D DAY TWO After an impressive breakfast, take a guided historical tour of the resort and learn about all the activities available for you to enjoy today. Watch a culinary demonstration, swim in the indoor pool, indulge in a spa treatment, visit the President’s Cottage Museum, and don’t forget afternoon tea. Also, you may wish to sign up for a tour of The Greenbrier’s great secret - the declassified Cold War fallout bunker built below the hotel’s West Wing. For dinner this evening, return to the Main Dining Room for another wonderful dinner. B D DAY THREE Enjoy one final breakfast before we board the coach and travel back home with many fond memories of the Greenbrier Resort. B SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

DECEMBER 18 #14857 $149 PER PERSON

A SAVANNAH CHRISTMAS TRADITION

The Savannah Plant Riverside District is the newest shopping and retail destination in Savannah, GA and is our first stop on this Christmas trip. Located inside the old Savannah River Power Plant, it now consists of three unique buildings enriched in history, chic architecture, romantic styling, and contemporary maritime motives. Enjoy a morning of great Christmas shopping and don’t forget to say hello to the dinosaur (you’ll see!). An included lunch is then served before heading over to The Savannah Theatre for their holiday show: A Christmas Tradition. In its 20th consecutive year, “A Christmas Tradition” brings you holiday glitz and glitter with a 2-hour production. The theatre is transformed into a perfect holiday picture, sharing all of your Christmas favorites. Sprinkle in a little comedy and Santa and his dancing reindeer for the greatest event of the season. L SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

DECEMBER 18 #14637 $149 PER PERSON

CHARLESTON CHRISTMAS SPECIAL

The design of Charleston Music Hall’s Listening Room allows audiences to relish the best acoustics in town – without a single bad seat in the house! Enjoy an included lunch in town before joining producers Brad and Jennifer Moranz for the 2:00 pm matinee of “The Charleston Christmas Special". From holiday classics to spiritual favorites and everything in between, this year’s Charleston Christmas Special has something new for everyone. This annual show has become a favorite holiday tradition, so make it part of your own! L SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

JANUARY 9, 2022 #14891 $159 PER PERSON

MENOPAUSE THE MUSICAL

Here’s one for the gals (and brave boys!).

“Menopause The Musical” is playing at the Terry Theatre Times Union Center Jacksonville, FL. Four women at a lingerie sale have nothing in common but a black lace bra and memory loss, hot flashes, night sweats, not enough sex, too much sex, and more! This hilarious musical parody set to classic tunes from the ‘60s, ‘70s, and ‘80s will have you cheering and dancing in the aisles! See what more than 17 million women and fans worldwide have been laughing about for the past 19 years! Lunch is included on the journey down to Florida before the 2:00pm matinee curtain. L SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

JANUARY 23, 2022 #14893 $139 PER PERSON

MUTTS GONE NUTS!

Calling all dog lovers... this show is for you! Expect the unexpected at the Wilson Center Jacksonville, FL as canines and comedy collide in a smash hit performance that is leaving audiences everywhere howling for more. From shelters to showbiz, these amazing mutts unleash havoc and hilarity in a breathtaking, action-packed, comedy dog spectacular, featuring some of the world’s most talented 4-legged performers. These rescue dogs are sure to steal your heart, and then probably your socks! Lunch is included on the journey down to Florida before the 1:30 pm matinee curtain. L SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

FEBRUARY 12, 2022 #14885 $139 PER PERSON

GEORGIA AQUARIUM

SHARKS: PREDATORS OF THE DEEP! The Georgia Aquarium is home to hundreds of species and thousands of marine animals across its seven major galleries, all of which reside in more than 10 million gallons of fresh and saltwater! This is the largest aquarium in the Western hemisphere and is a must-see! As well as many favorites such as the Ocean Voyager Tank, living coral reefs, beluga whales, penguins, American alligators, and the spectacular Dolphin Show, the aquarium has just opened its newest exhibit, Sharks: Predators of the Deep! Large viewing windows allow a thrilling up-close encounter with tiger, hammerhead, silvertip, and bull sharks as well as many other magnificent ocean predators such as the newest inhabitants: rays. Dinner is included on our way back home to Savannah. D SAVANNAH DEPARTURE ONLY

FEBRUARY 26, 2022 #14705 $199 PER PERSON

CATS!

THE MUSICAL

If you are longing for the 1980's, here is a show which will bring you back to those heady days. "CATS!", the record-breaking musical spectacular

by Andrew Lloyd Webber, has captivated audiences in over 30 countries is now on tour across North America and playing at The Moran Theatre Jacksonville, FL. Audiences and critics alike are rediscovering this beloved musical with breathtaking music, including one of the most treasured songs in musical theater "Memory”! Lunch is included on the journey down to Florida before the 2:00 pm matinee curtain. L SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

MARCH 8, 2022 #14897 $139 PER PERSON

JACKSONVILLE ZOO

This great day trip takes us to the Jacksonville Zoo and Gardens famed for its large variety of animal inhabitants, advanced conservation, and animal care efforts. Enjoy an included picnic lunch in a private area surrounded by lush gardens before strolling (or taking the Zoo’s train) around the park’s gardens and animal enclosures. Encounter a huge array of animals in their recreated habitats including nine monkey and gorilla species, elephants, lions, cheetahs, giraffes, and other species from the African savanna, plenty of amphibians and reptiles, an aviary, Asian tigers, and even capybaras! The Zoo also boasts garden exhibits with first-ofits-kind botanical gardens, which, unlike other zoos, are integrated among the animal exhibits. L SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

MARCH 12, 2022 #14906 $179 PER PERSON

AIN'T TOO PROUD

LIFE & TIMES OF THE TEMPTATIONS

The much-beloved Atlanta, GA Fox Theatre is back open for 2022 with a great first show: “Ain’t Too Proud – Life & Times of the Temptations” with a 2:00 pm curtain! This electrifying, new smash-hit Broadway musical follows The Temptations’ extraordinary journey from the streets of Detroit to the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. With their signature dance moves and silky-smooth harmonies, they rose to the top of the charts creating an amazing 42 Top Ten Hits with 14 reaching number one. Nominated for 12 Tony Awards®, "Ain"t Too Proud" tells the thrilling story of brotherhood, family, loyalty, and betrayal. Lunch is included on the way to the show. L SAVANNAH DEPARTURE ONLY

MARCH 24, 2022 #14887 $149 PER PERSON

MACON CHERRY BLOSSOMS Did you know that a mere 2 ½ hours from Savannah, there is a town that boasts more cherry trees than Washington, DC? Yes, Macon, GA is that place and is our destination on this day trip.

Upon arrival, we shall tour The Hay House, known as the Palace of the South. A Renaissance Revival mansion, this National Historic Landmark sits atop Coleman Hill and is truly impressive.

Following an included lunch, we meet our local guide and follow the Cherry Blossom Trail through downtown and the surrounding area to view some of Macon's 350,000 plus Yoshino cherry blossom trees, hopefully in full bloom! Hear how the cherry trees propagated so rapidly and why Macon is known as the "Cherry Blossom Capital of the World" and learn all about the intriguing history of this southern town. We end the tour at the beautiful St. Josephs Catholic Church before heading to a local plant retailer where you will have the opportunity to browse and purchase your very own Yoshino cherry tree! L SAVANNAH DEPARTURE ONLY

APRIL 20, 2022 #14894 $169 PER PERSON

DAUFUSKIE ISLAND Back again for 2022 is one of our most popular day trips: Daufuskie Island! Daufuskie, located between Hilton Head Island and Savannah, is the southernmost semi-inhabited sea island in South Carolina, only accessible by ferry and is very wild! Board the Delta Lady ferry for a cruise over to the island and keep an eye out for dolphins! Upon arrival, enjoy an included lunch at the Old Daufuskie Crab Company, a beloved local restaurant. Next, embark on a tour of the island onboard the only form of motorized transport allowed – Golf Carts!

Discover the unique history of the island including Bloody Point Lighthouse, African Baptist Church, and Mary Fields School. End your tour at the General Store to shop for souvenirs! L SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

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MAY 4, 2022 #14924 $159 PER PERSON

HILARIOUS SAVANNAH

Travel via coach to Savannah, GA and savor lunch at Debi’s Restaurant, before hopping on our trolley for the “Savannah for Morons” comedy show. Hosted by the infamous Moron Family, this high-energy romp offers the inside scoop on Savannah’s past and present. Expect wigs, dancing, and audience participation! Next, visit the American Prohibition Museum to learn about the temperance movement, bootlegging, moonshine, and gangsters. We will wrap up the day in a 1920’s authentic Speakeasy for a cocktail of your choice! L SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

MAY 17, 2022 #14925 $159 PER PERSON

CHARLESTON VIA RAIL

FEATURING THE TEA PLANTATION This morning, we travel the short distance to Savannah’s Amtrak train station where we hop onboard the Palmetto Train for a scenic train journey through the South Carolina Countryside to the city of Charleston. Here, meet your coach and local guide for a city tour of this historic city.

Discover the 350 years of Charleston history from Colonial days to the Civil War and present day. Marvel at the beautiful architecture, lovely gardens and parks, and many of the city's 210 churches. Enjoy an included lunch at a local favorite restaurant before heading to Wadmalaw Island to visit America’s only working tea plantation. See hundreds of thousands of tea plants on the 127 acres farm and learn how this Southern (iced) and British (hot) beverage is produced! Tour the plantation and the greenhouse to experience what it takes to bring new tea bushes into the world, then browse their extensive gift shop. Finally, reboard your coach for the journey home. L SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

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MAY 19, 2022 #14936 $149 PER PERSON

AMELIA ISLAND & CUMBERLAND SOUND

Visit the seaport community of Amelia Island and learn about its amazing and tumultuous past involving Timucuan Indians, pirates, shrimpers, nobles, and Confederates. A guided tour of the island provides views of some notable locations, including Fort Clinch, Bosquebello Cemetery, Front Street, and Palace Saloon. A cruise on the Cumberland Sound will showcase the natural beauty of the Amelia River, home to a rare maritime forest ecosystem and unique array of flora and fauna, and beloved by naturalists, conservationists, bird-watchers, and sea turtle fans alike. Catch a glimpse of Cumberland Island as our guide provides narration of the historic sites along the way.

A local lunch overlooking the water is included. L SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

MAY 22, 2022 #14908 $189 PER PERSON

BEAUTIFUL

THE CAROLE KING MUSICAL Another great show is coming to the Fox Theatre: “Beautiful – The Carole King Musical” with a 2:00 pm curtain! Long before she was Carole King, the chart-topping musical legend, she was Carol Klein, a Brooklyn girl with passion and chutzpah. She fought her way into the record business as a teenager and by the time she reached her twenties, she had the husband of her dreams and a flourishing career writing hits for the biggest acts in Rock ‘n’ Roll. It wasn’t until her personal life began to crack that she finally managed to find her true voice. BEAUTIFUL—The Carole King Musical tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom, from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Lunch is included on the way to the show. L SAVANNAH DEPARTURE ONLY

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MAY 28, 2022 #14928 $159 PER PERSON

42ND STREET

ALAHAMBRA THEATRE It’s time to celebrate the 42nd anniversary of the biggest tap dance musical of all time at The Alhambra Theatre Jacksonville, one of the longest-running professional dinner theaters in the nation. Young Peggy Sawyer arrives in New York City to audition for a Broadway show, but between prima donnas and the hectic drama behind the curtain, will circumstances dissuade Peggy from following her dreams? Lunch is served at your table before the 2:00 pm curtain. L SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

JUNE 2, 2022 #14921

$129 PER PERSON

TYBEE ISLAND DOLPHIN EXPIRENCE

It’s about time to jump off the couch onto the coach then onto a boat! Travel to Tybee Island for an included lunch at the Crab Shack where the Elite Eat in their bare feet and dine on steamed seafood, whilst enjoying the fun atmosphere, spectacular scenery, exotic Birds, and an Alligator Pond with over a hundred of these reptiles to view.

We then join our captain for a Dolphin Cruise through Tybee Island’s waterways in search of the ever-prevalent bottle-nose dolphin playing in their natural habitat, bird life, estuaries, and marshes they call home. Whilst onboard enjoy views of Fort Pulaski and Cockspur Island Lighthouse. After the Dolphin Cruise, we will stop at the Tybee Island Lighthouse overlooking the Atlantic Ocean for a photo opportunity and visit before returning home. L SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

JUNE 11, 2022 #14909 $199 PER PERSON

FROZEN

Another classic show from Broadway is coming to the Fox Theatre, “Disney’s FROZEN” with a 2:00pm Curtain. Critics are calling FROZEN, “A can’t miss Broadway event” (NBC). This all-new production, created for the stage by an Academy & Tony Award winning creative team, features the songs you know and love from the original film plus an expanded score with a dozen new musical numbers. FROZEN is an unforgettable, magical adventure, which Newsday calls, “A serious megahit with amazing special effects, eye popping costumes, and incredible performances.” It’s a theatrical experience like no other, so let yourself go. Lunch is included on the way to the show. L SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

JUNE 15, 2022 #14920

$159 PER PERSON

GULLAH HERITAGE TOUR OF THE BEAUFORT SEA ISLANDS Located between Charleston & Savannah lies the historic and fascinating Sea Islands of Beaufort. It is here in 1861 that Union soldiers landed marking the start of reconstruction and the freeing of slaves whose culture we now know as Gullah. Join our local expert for a 3-hour tour through the Sea Islands and follow the history of these resilient peoples. Learn of their unique culture, dialect, art, and humor. Learn about the Penn Center, started in 1862 to educate newly freed slaves.

View the old plantation fields, Gullah cemeteries and travel the impressive Avenues of Oaks with entrance to the Praise House along the way. A low Country Boil lunch will then be served complete with a Gullah storyteller who will entertain and charm you with tales of her people. L SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

JUNE 23, 2022 #15050 $134 PER PERSON

ATLANTA BRAVES VS SAN FRANCISCO GIANTS Here we go, the San Francisco Giants are coming to Atlanta to take on the World Champions Atlanta Braves! Taking a trip with Kelly Tours means a fun game day without having to worry about a long drive or parking. Suntrust Park, the new home of the Atlanta Braves, is a brand-new ballpark with 41,000 seats (20 percent smaller than Turner Field). It’s designed to maximize sightlines, making every seat feel like the "best in the house."

First pitch is around 1:20pm. Enjoy the finest amenities to be found in any Major League Baseball Park! Take advantage of food and beverage options available during the game as you watch the action unfold from your Diamond Corner seats. After the game, your coach will pick you up and whisk you back home.

SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

JUNE 25, 2022 #14898 $139 PER PERSON

JESUS, THE TEACHER- AT NARROWAY We are excited to announce that NarroWay Productions will be featuring their NEW show: "Jesus, The Teacher", for a limited engagement again in 2022. Jesus was born, crucified, and raised to life, but tucked between those history-changing events is the life-changing message of Jesus. Sit in the crowd as Jesus tells the world's most famous stories and see them come to life. Watch with excitement as Jesus multiplies a little boy's lunch, then serves you a delicious fried fish lunch with fresh-baked loaves, all served to your seat as part of this fun matinee show. As expected with a NarroWay experience, the show includes talented actors, live animals, and inspiring music!

A light snack is available onboard during the trip home. L SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

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JULY 9, 2022 #14937 $169 PER PERSON

TRAINS TO PLAINS After several years hiatus, it’s All Aboard the SAM Shortline train for a trip to Jimmy Carters hometown of Plains, GA! After motor-coaching to Cordele, we board the SAM Shortline, a 1949 vintage train, and travel through the rolling farm lands of southern Georgia. Arrive at the train depot in Plains, which in 1975 served as Jimmy Carter’s Presidential Campaign HQ, where a boxed lunch is served. Then, meet our local guide and tour from the comfort of your coach the town of Plains, home to Jimmy Carter the 39th president of the USA. In the afternoon visit historic Andersonville, where a local historian will meet the group for a guided tour of the Civil War prison site before a plentiful dinner on the way home.

SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

JULY 13, 2022 #15051 $134 PER PERSON

ATLANTA BRAVES VS. NY METS Here we go, the NY Mets are coming to Atlanta to take on the World Champions Atlanta Braves! Taking a trip with Kelly Tours means a fun game day without having to worry about a long drive or parking. Suntrust Park, the new home of the Atlanta Braves, is a brand-new ballpark with 41,000 seats (20 percent smaller than Turner Field). It’s designed to maximize sightlines, making every seat feel like the "best in the house." First pitch is around 1:20pm. Enjoy the finest amenities to be found in any Major League Baseball Park! Take advantage of food and beverage options available during the game as you watch the action unfold from your Diamond Corner seats. After the game, your coach will pick you up and whisk you back home.

SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

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KEY WEST OUR SOUTHERN MOST CITY JAN 30 - FEB 4, 2022 #14710 $2,509 SINGLE

$1,629 DOUBLE

DAY ONE Meet your fellow travelers and head south to Florida, the Sunshine State! Pause in St. Augustine for lunch on your own and have fun shopping in America’s oldest city. Continue our journey south to Titusville and enjoy an included welcome dinner at the popular Dixie Crossroads restaurant. D DAY TWO After breakfast, we continue onto the Key’s where we will follow Route 1 to travel the 130 miles across the Overseas Highway through Key Largo, Islamorada, Marathon, the Lower Keys, and finally Key West!

Check into our luxury hotel, the Doubletree Resort by Hilton Grand Key - Key West, our home away from home for the next three nights. B DAYS THREE AND FOUR Spend these two days soaking up the beauty of this magical place. Key West, also known as the Conch Republic, is a small island paradise previously considered home by spongers, wreckers, bootleggers, pirates, and even the likes of Ernest Hemingway. Take advantage of activities like cruises, fishing, diving, beaches, amazing shopping, museums, and galleries, or install yourself by the pool with a Piña Colada!

We recommend a photo op now that you have made it to the southernmost point in the Continental United States, try to capture the massive, brightly painted buoy, the sunset (and eccentric entertainers) in Mallory Square.

DAY FIVE Bid farewell to Key West and follow the Overseas Highway back towards the mainland. Stop in Key Largo for lunch (on your own) before checking into our hotel, the luxurious Fort Lauderdale Marriott Pompano Beach Resort and Spa located right on the beach. A farewell dinner is included this evening overlooking the ocean at sunset. D DAY SIX Depart Florida and follow the coast back home to Savannah and Charleston after a spectacular trip. B SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

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FEBRUARY 18-19, 2022 #14899 $384 SINGLE

$319 DOUBLE

1950'S MYRTLE BEACH WINTER GETAWAY

DAY ONE It's winter time in the Southeast so things may be a little gray and boring, so why not liven up and join us on a 1950’s Winter Break to Myrtle Beach? Travel via coach to The Grand Strand and check into our hotel. After time to freshen up, we head to dinner and indulge in a feast at The Original Benjamin’s Calabash Restaurant, a landmark in Myrtle Beach with over 170 items to choose from their incredible buffet! Following dinner, we transfer to the Alabama Theatre for John Mueller’s “50’s Dance Party”, the official live and authentic recreation of Buddy Holly, Ritchie Valens, and the Big Bopper’s final tour and the only show endorsed by the Holly, Valens, and Richardson estates. Enjoy two hours of unbridled, high voltage entertainment featuring all the hit songs of the 50’s era such as "That’ll be the Day", "Peggy Sue", "Oh", "Boy", "Rave On", "La Bamba", "Chantilly Lace", and many, many more. This will be an unforgettable show! D DAY TWO After breakfast at the hotel, we head over to another of Myrtle Beach’s great attractions: Broadway at the Beach, a huge entertainment and shopping venue featuring one-of-a-kind shops and boutiques along with a host of nationally recognized shopping venues. Finally, enjoy lunch at The Wicked Tuna restaurant located right on 2nd Ave pier overlooking the Atlantic Ocean. Then in the early afternoon, we return back towards home. L B SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

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FEBRUARY 21-22, 2022 #14901

$295 SINGLE

$219 DOUBLE

HARRAH'S CASINO

DAY ONE Board the coach for a journey into the sovereign nation of Cherokee and a getaway you won’t soon forget! Drive through the scenic Smoky Mountains and check into the luxurious 21story Harrah’s Cherokee Hotel set amid the beautiful mountains of western North Carolina. Enjoy the real Vegas action of the casino with over 4,000 games including Slots, Blackjack, Craps, Roulette, and more. A free slot play is included. Don’t forget to enjoy the many amenities available during your stay: rejuvenate at the Mandara Spa, relax in the indoor pool, or browse the unique River Shops overlooking the casino floor. The resort also boasts a wide variety of restaurants for you to discover!

DAY TWO Take free time this morning to enjoy the hotel amenities and the casino. After lunch on your own, we return home, hopefully with a few extra dollars in our pockets?

SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

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MARCH 21-24, 2022 #14701

$839 SINGLE

$649 DOUBLE

ARK ENCOUNTER AND CREATION MUSEUM DAY ONE Join your Kelly Tours escort to board your luxury coach as we travel north through Tennessee and into Kentucky to the town of Georgetown. Plenty of rest stops and a stop for lunch (on own) en route. Dinner is included before checking into your hotel. D DAY TWO After breakfast at the hotel, travel to Williamstown, KY to explore the new Ark Encounter. On July 7, 2016, this life-size Ark, one of the major Christian outreaches of this era, opened to the public.

This huge ship takes visitors on a very special voyage. Experience the most authentic reconstruction of Noah’s Ark, built according to the dimensions in the Bible. Travel through the ages to connect to Noah’s time and learn answers to questions about the Ark and Flood. Return to the hotel this evening and spend the night. Dinner is included this evening. B D DAY THREE Breakfast is included at the hotel followed by a day at the Creation Museum. This state-of-the-art 75,000 square foot museum brings the pages of the Bible to life, casting its characters and animals in dynamic form and placing them in familiar settings. Adam and Eve can be found in the Garden of Eden. Children play and dinosaurs roam near Eden’s Rivers. The serpent coils cunningly in the Tree of the Knowledge of Good and Evil. Majestic murals provide a backdrop for many of the settings. Return to the hotel this evening and overnight. Dinner is included this evening. B D DAY FOUR We’ll enjoy an included breakfast this morning and begin our journey back home. B SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

CAESARS HOTEL AND CASINO ATLANTIC CITY, NJ

MARCH 27- APRIL 1, 2022 #14888 $1,069 SINGLE DAY ONE Meet your Kelly Tours tour director and travel into Virginia. Before checking into our stopover hotel just south of Washington, DC, we’ll stop to enjoy an included dinner. D DAY TWO AND THREE Caesars Atlantic City is in the heart of the action on center boardwalk!

Enjoy a day at the Casino or stroll to five-star restaurants and shopping while soaking up views of the Atlantic Ocean. The rooms are modern and comfortable, and the hotel boasts 14 restaurants and 5 bars as well as their world-class casino featuring 1883 slot machines and 129 gaming tables! Make good that $75.00 free play! B DAY FOUR Today is another free day to enjoy Atlantic City, or to join us on an optional excursion to Philadelphia. Jump back on the coach for a day trip to “The City of Brotherly Love”, Philadelphia. Upon arrival, meet our local guide for a tour of the city. From the Declaration of Independence to the Liberty Bell, Philly’s alive with history! We end at Independence Hall where The Declaration of Independence and the U.S. Constitution were both debated and signed. Next, we view the Liberty Bell before an included late lunch celebrating a Philadelphia staple - a Philly Cheesesteak! Spend free time in Independence Square before returning to Atlantic City. Price per person: $29. L DAY FIVE Wave goodbye to the Boardwalk and head south to the National Harbor just outside of Washington, DC. Check into our area hotel before an evening of leisure at the new MGM National Harbor Casino! Celebrate the last evening of our trip in the casino, choose dinner from an array of excellent restaurants, or wander the banks of the Potomac River. You can even ride the iconic Capital Ferris Wheel! Shuttle service is available to and from your hotel.

DAY SIX Depart the National Harbor and continue our journey back home. B SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

$799 DOUBLE

ATHENS GARDEN TOUR APRIL 5-6, 2022 #14836 $374 SINGLE

$319 DOUBLE

DAY ONE Meet your tour director and travel to Athens, GA, proud home to Georgia's official botanical garden. After an included lunch, we will stop at the Garden Club of Georgia HQ, which serves as a cultural, educational, and recreational facility. Numerous themed display gardens include the Flower Garden, International Garden, Heritage Garden, and more. Our local expert will take us for a nature ramble through the gardens and trails that focus on natural areas and plants, flowers and trees of seasonal interest, and The Discovery and Inspiration Garden adorned with native plants. L D DAY TWO After breakfast, we head over to The Trial Gardens at The University of Georgia, where we tour the Green House and Gardens. See the new varieties of annuals from top plant breeders from all over the world getting ready to be transplanted from the green house into the earth. Next, we shall visit the Founders Garden, which was established in Athens, Georgia in 1891. The garden was recognized in 1999 by the American Society of Landscape Architects as one of the top 100 landscapes of significance in the United States! B L SAVANNAH DEPARTURE ONLY

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VIRGINIA INTERNATIONAL TATTOO APRIL 27-29, 2022 #14889 $719 SINGLE

DAY ONE Meet your Kelly Tours tour director and travel north into Virginia and the city of Norfolk. Check into our hotel before enjoying a welcome dinner. D DAY TWO After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a leisurely morning before we head out onto the Elizabeth River onboard the Spirit of Norfolk for a lunch cruise.

Enjoy a wonderful lunch as we cruise past the mighty Atlantic Fleet of the US Navy. This afternoon, we attend the Tattoo Hullabaloo, an open-air event held on Scope Plaza offering a variety of tasty foods and craft beers, music, dance, drill performances, and photo ops with performers. In addition, today is the NATO Flag Raising ceremony, a colorful display of NATO Member Nation flags and uniforms in this military presentation representing all 29 NATO Member Nations. Then, experience the main event: The Virginia International Tattoo performance. See pageantry and patriotism, spirit and spectacle, talent and teamwork, precision personified. B L DAY THREE Before we head for home, we travel to the Norfolk Botanical Gardens for a relaxing tram ride through 155-acres of rare flowers and fauna. We then must march…well, drive south back home after a unique experience to the International Tattoo! B SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

$579 DOUBLE

MONET AT THE BILTMORE MAY 9-10, 2022 #14933 $489 SINGLE DAY ONE Meet your fellow art enthusiasts and head north to Asheville, NC with a packed lunch included to munch on during the journey. The new Amherst Building located on the grounds of the Biltmore Estate is the setting for the much anticipated “Grandes Experiences” Legends of Art and Innovation featuring a homage to Claude Monet and the Impressionist painters of the mid-19th century through the early 20th century. This large-scale, multisensory event uses the very latest in immersive technology to illuminate the remarkable life of Monet and his timeless masterpieces. This experience explores not only the paintings themselves but the history of the Impressionist movement amid the social and political turbulence of the era. It transports you back to a time when European art was poised to change forever and immerses you in the Impressionists’ masterworks as they come to life in a rich display of light, color, and sound. Breathtaking paintings are projected on an enormous scale, illuminating the bold brushstrokes of Claude Monet, Camille Pissarro, Pierre-Auguste Renoir, Paul Cézanne, Edgar Degas, and more. Each individual component of this must-see experience offers fascinating ties to George Vanderbilt’s collection of treasures on display in his magnificent family home, which we shall visit tomorrow. After our Monet immersion, enjoy a wine tasting at the Biltmore Winery before checking into our hotel followed by an included dinner. L D DAY TWO After breakfast, we return to the estate to explore the house itself which features a huge art collection including works from the master himself.

Explore the extensive grounds which will be in full bloom before lunch on your own in Biltmore’s Antler Hill Village. We must then reboard our coach for the journey home. B SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

$399 DOUBLE

THE NATIONAL MUSEUM OF AFRICAN AMERICAN HISTORY AND CULTURE MAY 12- 14 , 2022 #14923 $634 SINGLE

DAY ONE Meet your Kelly Tours coach and tour escort and travel north towards our nation’s capital. We will take plenty of rest stops and a stop for lunch (on own) during our trip. Before we enter Woodbridge, Virginia, we break for an included dinner before checking into our hotel for the evening. D DAY TWO Following breakfast, we head into Washington, DC to visit the National Museum of African American History and Culture. As the newest member of the Smithsonian Institution, it was established by an Act of Congress in 2003 following decades of efforts to promote and highlight the contributions of African Americans. It opened on September 24, 2016 to great acclaim. It is the only national museum devoted exclusively to the documentation of African American life, history, and culture. The museum explores what it means to be an American and how American values like resiliency, optimism, and spirituality are reflected in African American history and culture. We will enjoy an included dinner this evening followed by a guided illumination tour of Washington, DC’s monuments and memorials. B D DAY THREE After breakfast, we embark on an African American History Tour featuring the community of Cedar Hill, home of Fredrick Douglass, the Mary McLeod Bethune statue, National Council of Negro Women, and the MLK Memorial. Mid-morning, we depart to return home. B SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

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$499 DOUBLE

DAVID AT SIGHT AND SOUND THEATRE LANCASTER AND HERSHEY, PA

MAY 21-25, 2022 #14753 $1,024 SINGLE

$824 DOUBLE

DAY ONE Meet your fellow travelers and tour escort to travel up to Wytheville, VA and check into our hotel. This evening, we head out to the Wohlfahrt Haus Dinner Theatre for a wonderful meal followed by a fantastic show. D DAY TWO After breakfast, we continue our journey north through the Appalachian Mountains towards Lancaster, PA with a stop for an included dinner along the way. Then, check into our hotel for the night. B D DAY THREE Today, we head to the sweetest place on earth: Hershey Pennsylvania! Our first stop is the Hershey Story Museum, which takes visitors on a journey through the life of Hershey Chocolate creator Milton S. Hershey, his chocolate company, his generous philanthropic legacy, and the town of Hershey. Next, indulge in a chocolate tasting from fruity African chocolate flavors to Indonesian chocolate with caramel overtones. Here you shall hone your skills as a cocoa connoisseur! This afternoon, we visit Hershey Gardens, which opened in 1937. More than 80 years later, the small rose garden has blossomed into 23 acres of botanical beauty featuring a breathtaking assortment of flowers and shrubs and a stately collection of rare, signature trees. Before returning to Lancaster, we make one last stop at Hershey Chocolate World for some serious sweet chocolate shopping! Dinner on own this evening in Lancaster. B DAY FOUR Have a full breakfast at our hotel before enjoying some free time for shopping and lunch on your own at the Kitchen Kettle Village, a historic Pennsylvania Dutch Village with specialty shops, restaurants, a canning kitchen, and more.

Returning to our hotel, we’ll take time to relax and freshen up before departing to Sight and Sound Theatre for the 3:00 pm matinee performance of DAVID. David: master poet, fearless warrior, anointed King- from still waters to shadowed valleys, David’s ascent to the throne is filled with towering giants, wild animals, and Philistine soldiers.

After unprecedented victories lead to devastating failures, this passionate warrior will face the biggest battle of all: the one within himself. Experience one of the most legendary Bible stories as it comes to life with spectacular special effects, massive sets, and live animals in this brand-new original stage production. Following the show, we’ll head to the Good n’ Plenty restaurant for an included family-style Amish Dinner. B D DAY FIVE After breakfast, we begin our journey back home. B SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

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NATIONAL PARKS (PART 1) JUNE 8-23, 2022 #14907

$4,719 SINGLE

$3,399 DOUBLE

Picture pastoral plains, jagged mountains, dark forests, chiseled granite edifices, historic battlefields, and exploding geysers, you are in The Great American Western states of South and North Dakota, Wyoming, Utah, Colorado, and more. Join this coach journey to some of the most incredible National Parks in the country via some of our nation’s greatest cities.

11 states in 16 days!

DAY ONE Meet your Kelly Tours coach, tour escort, and fellow adventurers and travel to Tupelo, Mississippi: the birthplace of Elvis Presley! Enjoy a welcome dinner before getting a good night’s sleep for tomorrow as we continue westward. D DAY TWO Breakfast is included daily on this trip, so eat heartily as we continue west to Hannibal, Missouri: home to Mark Twain. Here, we join the Mark Twain Riverboat for a dinner cruise on the mighty Mississippi River. Enjoy an evening of dinner and dancing as we sail down this mighty river and soak up the wonderful views of the riverbank whilst listening to stories about Mark Twain and his favorite river! B D DAY THREE Our travels today have us heading north along the state borders of Nebraska, Iowa, and finally into South Dakota where we overnight in Sioux Falls, SD. Dinner is included tonight. B D DAY FOUR Continue our crossing of the Great American Prairie Reserve as we make a stop in Mitchel to see the unique Corn Palace. With ever-changing mural displays made from the fruits of the harvest on the building’s exterior, this building is truly an American icon. Our next encounter is the Badlands National Park featuring sharply eroded buttes, pinnacles, and spires blended with the largest, protected mixed grass prairie in the United States. Covering over 64,000 acres, the park includes sites of the 1890's Ghost Dances, over 11,000 years of human history, and the world's richest Oligocene epoch fossil beds. A visit to the area is not complete without a stop at Wall Drug Store: a family-owned and operated business which offers eccentric hospitality!

Continue to Rapid City, South Dakota, where we will check into our hotel and overnight for the next two nights. B

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DAY FIVE This morning, we shall visit Mount Rushmore National Memorial: a 60-foot granite carved edifice of four American Presidents embodying 120 years of U.S. history, which stands as a symbol of Democracy worldwide. Then, we will catch a glimpse of the Crazy Horse Memorial as we travel to Custer State Park.

Here, we follow the wildlife route, which twists and turns its way through the prairie and ponderosa pinestudded hills that harbor many of the park's wildlife species. From the safety of your coach window comes face-to-face with the number one inhabitant of the park: a 1,350 free-roaming buffalo as well as whitetailed deer, mule deer, and elk, and if we're lucky, bighorn sheep, burrowing owls, coyotes, or even a mountain lion! In addition, look out for two of the most colorful characters along the way: prairie dogs and a band of feral burros. Overnight in Rapid City. B DAY SIX Leaving Rapid City behind, we travel into North Dakota to the wilds of Theodore Roosevelt National Park.

This park is less crowded than most and offers a fantastic opportunity to view wildlife amid the stunning scenery. Look for bison, feral horses, prairie dogs, and much more. We overnight in the historic town of Medora, North Dakota, which is known for its Western culture and hospitality. Our hotel is the famous Rough Riders Hotel where luxury meets Western charm and Presidential history. Named for the volunteer cavalry unit led by America's 26th President, Theodore Roosevelt, this property embraces all that is 1880’s Western nostalgia. This evening, experience dinner like no other at the Pitchfork Steak Fondue!

Watch as chefs load up pitchforks with 12oz steaks and fondue them, Western style! It is paired with all your favorite fixin's and an unbelievable view of the Badlands. This is a perfect way to end the day. B D DAY SEVEN Today, we cross into the state of Montana to the site of Custer’s Last Stand: the battlefield of Little Big Horn. Relive the epic encounter between Custer’s 7th Cavalry and the Cheyenne Indian Chief, Crazy Horse, in the company of a state ranger, who will interpret the battlefields' numerous white stone markers, which mark the progress of the battle. After free time for lunch at The Custer Battlefield Trading Post and Café (you must try the Indian Fry-Bread), we travel to Cody, WY: the gateway to Yellowstone National Park and home to Buffalo Bill. Explore the many dining options available this evening, before an evening of real wild, Western action at The Cody Nite Rodeo. B

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DAY EIGHT Today and tomorrow are the highlights of the trip as we explore Yellowstone: America’s first National Park. Marvel at a volcano’s hidden power, rising up in colorful hot springs, mud pots, and geysers.

Explore mountains, forests, and lakes to watch the local wildlife thrive and witness the drama of the natural world unfold. Today, we enter the park through the northeast entrance and travel the northern part of the park to Mammoth Hot Springs and the Norris Geyser Basin, exiting at West Yellowstone, Montana, where an included dinner awaits us before overnighting. B D DAY NINE Re-enter the park and travel the southern route of Yellowstone to the famous Old Faithful geyser, which erupts, always on time, every 93 minutes. Continue past Yellowstone Lake and the Grand Village, always on the lookout for bison, bears, and elk. We leave Yellowstone and enter the Grand Teton National Park on the way to Jackson Hole, the Elk Capital of the world, where we overnight. B DAY TEN Our journey continues into Idaho as we progress further south toward Salt Lake City. Along the way is the must-see Bear Lake, located on the Utah/Idaho border. This large scenic lake is often described as the “Caribbean of the Rockies" due to its intense turquoise blue waters and a scenic spot to take lunch.

Carrying on into Utah, we arrive in Salt Lake City where a tour of the famous Mormon Tabernacle, located in Temple Square, is included (subject to availability). Completed in 1867, the Tabernacle was built as a place for church members to gather and hear the words of their leaders. Brigham Young directed that the building should be designed so people could see and hear the speaker without impediment, which you shall witness. Overnight in Salt Lake City. B DAY ELEVEN Today, we follow Interstate 80: the United States’ second-longest highway, which runs the length of southern Wyoming, passing through long stretches of open road and beautiful natural scenery. We stop for an included dinner in Laramie before arriving in Denver, Colorado, the Mile-High City, where we overnight for the next two nights. B D

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DAY TWELVE This morning, we join our local guide for a tour of the city. Experience the two sides of Denver: an historic western town and a thriving modern city. Travel through the tree-lined streets of Denver’s residential neighborhoods and journey back to the 19th century. Witness the elegance of historic Larimer Square and the Victorian mansions of "unsinkable Molly Brown" and others. Along the way, we will pass a variety of cultural attractions: such as beautiful City Park, Civic Center Park, the gold-domed State Capitol, the United States Mint, and the Denver Art Museum, to name a few. Another highlight is the bustling 17th Street, Denver’s financial nerve center, with its towering skyscrapers set against the backdrop of the Rocky Mountains. Speaking of the Rocky Mountains, this afternoon, we will travel 15 miles west of Denver to the foothill of the Rockies to visit the impressive Red Rocks Park and Amphitheater. This naturally formed, world-famous outdoor venue is the only naturally occurring, acoustically perfect amphitheater in the world.

Learn about the gradual earth movement that formed the "walls" of the amphitheater, the earliest inhabitants of the territory, and the artists that have graced this magical stage. B DAY THIRTEEN Heading even further east, we follow Route 70 into Kansas and the city of Wichita B D DAY FOURTEEN Our next stop: Dallas, Texas! Here, we visit the Legendary Southfork Ranch, made famous by the Ewing Family in the television series “Dallas”. J.R.’s steak dinner is included at the Ranch this evening in Bobby's study! Overnight in Dallas. B D DAY FIFTEEN Our last stop before we arrive back home is in Meridian, Mississippi. Here, we will all congregate for a final farewell dinner as we reminisce about our travels across the country through 11 states. B D DAY SIXTEEN After breakfast, we begin our journey back home. B BE SURE TO LOOK FOR BEST OF THE WEST NATIONAL PARKS PART 2 IN 2023 WHERE WE WILL TRAVEL TO THE GRAND CANYON SOUTH RIM, ZION CANYON, BRYCE CANYON, GLEN CANYON LAKE POWEL, AND MORE!

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NIAGRA FALLS JULY 18-22, 2022 #14938 $1,359 SINGLE

$979 DOUBLE

DAY ONE If you want to experience a natural wonder of the world then this trip is for you! Meet your Kelly Tours coach and tour escort and travel North across the Carolinas and Virginia into the mountains of West Virginia for the night. A welcome dinner is included this evening. D DAY TWO After breakfast at the hotel, we continue our journey north into Pennsylvania, through upstate New York toward Buffalo, finally crossing the Rainbow Bridge into Ontario, Canada, and Niagara Falls. Check into our Niagara Falls hotel with the rest of the evening free to discover the city and marvel at the Falls. Make sure you catch the Falls Illuminations as the three waterfalls that make up Niagara Falls are illuminated in glowing colors creating a stunning vista that can be viewed from near and far. B DAYS THREE This morning we meet our local guide for a tour of Niagara Falls & Niagara-on-the-Lake. Learn about the geology and hydrology of the Falls and its colorful history, including the many different and normally unsuccessful methods daredevils have attempted to “go over the falls!” View the Horseshoe Falls, the American Falls, Bridal Veil Falls, the Upper Niagara River and Rapids, Whirlpool, and Gorge. Hear how modern-day man has attempted to tap into the natural power of the Falls as we pass the Power Plants, Control Dams, and Water Intakes. Discover Table Rock Complex, the famous Floral Clock, and the School of Horticulture. Next, we visit the historic capital of the British colony of Upper Canada since 1792, the historic town of Niagara-on-the-Lake. Stop for breathtaking photos of the Niagara River and Lake Ontario and experience the old-world charm of British colonial life in Canada. This afternoon we join the Hornblower Boat and sail to the very base of the Falls. Don your poncho and stand at the bow of the ship and feel the mist lightly spray your face as you experience the Falls up close and personal. B DAY FOUR Bid farewell to Niagara Falls after breakfast and travel along the coast of Lake Erie back into Pennsylvania. Turn back south and travel to West Virginia and the town of Beckley located in the Appalachian Mountains. Dinner and shopping this evening at the Tamarack Artisan Center & Restaurant.

Tamarack’s striking, peaked red roof and attractively landscaped grounds draw half a million visitors annually into a welcome respite of visual beauty, Appalachian sounds, and distinctive aromas. Tamarack offers unique retail artisan products and extraordinary food, which enhances this Mountain State’s wonderful image. B D DAY FIVE Continue on through the Carolinas and return home. B SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES PASSPORT REQUIRED PASSENGERS MUST BE FULLY VACCINATED AND PROVIDE PROOF OF VACCINATION

LEONARDO DA VINCI AT THE BILTMORE AUGUST 8-9, 2022 #14934 $489 SINGLE

$399 DOUBLE

DAY ONE Meet your fellow Art Enthusiasts and head north to Asheville, NC with a packed lunch included to munch on during the journey. The new Amherst Building located on the grounds of the Biltmore Estate is the setting for the much anticipated “Grandes Experiences” Legends of Art & Innovation featuring a homage to the Genius of Leonardo da Vinci. This large-scale, multi-sensory event uses the very latest in immersive technology to illuminate the remarkable life of Da Vinci and his inventions and art masterpieces. Inventor, artist, scientist, engineer, sculptor, anatomist, musician, architect, philosopher, Leonardo da Vinci was all of these things. His brilliance and many extraordinary achievements are brought to vivid life in Leonardo da Vinci – 500 Years of Genius, the world’s most comprehensive and thrilling Leonardo da Vinci experience.

Each individual component of this must-see experience offers fascinating ties to George Vanderbilt’s collection of treasures on display in his magnificent family home, which we shall visit tomorrow. After our Da Vinci immersion, enjoy a wine tasting at the Biltmore Winery before checking into our hotel followed by an included dinner. L D DAY TWO After breakfast we return to the estate to explore the house itself which features a huge art collection including works from the master himself. Explore the extensive grounds which will be in full bloom, before lunch on your own in Biltmore’s Antler Hill Village. We must then reboard our coach for the journey home. B SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

FRENCH LICK RESORT & CASINO SEPTEMBER 18-22, 2022 #14940 $1,219 SINGLE $899 DOUBLE

DAY ONE On this new and exciting trip, we are heading to the state of Indiana. Our first stop will be in Chattanooga, TN where we shall check into our hotel and have a welcome dinner together. D DAY TWO Following breakfast, we travel through Tennessee, Kentucky, and into the state of Indiana. Here nestled among the Hills of the Hoosier National Forest, resides a classic American destination: French Lick Resort. Home to two nationally historic hotels, three challenging golf courses, two rejuvenating spas, a shopping forum, fourteen restaurants, eateries, and bars, and a world class casino, you will be spoilt for choice over the next two days.

Our hotel is the French Lick Springs Hotel, which was built in 1845 in full Victorian style splendor. B DAY THREE The resort is interconnected by a complimentary shuttle service, which will convey you to your destination of choice within the resort grounds. Explore the sister hotel to ours: The West Baden Springs Hotel famed for its huge domed atrium, and don’t forget to check out and ride the iconic 1930 trolley car on rails. The resorts casino boasts over 700 slots, 25 live dealer tables, and much more. For further adventure, why not join us on our Optional Excursion on the French Lick Scenic Railroad, the ultimate train enthusiast’s destination! B DAY FOUR After a final breakfast at the hotel, we make our way back south into Tennessee and the town of Pigeon Forge. Check into the hotel, then enjoy an included dinner at the Applewood Farmhouse Restaurant for authentic local fare before heading to the Country Tonite Theatre for a wonderful show. Celebrating their 26th season, Country Tonite has launched a brand-new production featuring new choreography, lighting effects, sidesplitting comedy, and costumes! B D DAY FIVE Continue on the last leg of the journey back home. B SAVANNAH AND CHARLESTON DEPARTURES

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*OPTIONAL EXCURSION* FRENCH LICK SCENIC RAILROAD $35.00 PER PERSON.

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