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Tour Level: Active – long journey days with events, activities with walking & exploring as well as keeping pace with the group
Embarking on a long journey will be well worth the warmth of the community of Dunedin known for its beaches and as a winter retreat for the Toronto Blue Jays. Adding to the excitement, the itinerary includes attending pre-season Blue Jays baseball, an exhilarating NHL hockey game which , creates a perfect blend of sports and entertainment for any enthusiast. The return journey promises a delightful interlude in Pigeon Forge, a haven of lighthearted entertainment. This well-rounded trip is designed to create lasting memories, combining the serenity of beachside tranquility, the thrill of sports, and the joy of engaging entertainment.
Wednesday, February 19th - We will leave Walmart Parking Lot 8:00 am to travel for the day through Michigan, with our first overnight, in “Sydney Ohio”. We will co-ordinate an included dinner option along the way.
Meals: Dinner
Thursday February 20th – After breakfast we have another travel day to “Marietta Atlanta", for our second overnight, where we should get to the hotel in time for the hotel "Kickback Party".
Meals: Breakfast
Friday February 21st – Today after another day of travel we will arrive in “Dunedin” and settle into our comfortable hotel for the next 7 nights. Our hotel is in a unique location at the “Dunedin Causeway”, with restaurants & shopping within walking distance, the entrance to “Honeymoon Island State Park”.
Meals: Breakfast
Saturday February 22nd – Today we will attend the "Opening Game Day" with the “Blue Jays vs the New York Yankees at TD Bank Stadium”. We will keep the day free around the game to allow time to rest after our long journey or stretch your legs at your own pace to get familiar with the area. We will gather for an included meal before or after the game.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Sunday February 23rd – Today we will travel North of Dunedin to “Crystal River” for an early morning cruise excursion for the best chance to see the “Manatees” in their natural environment. As we return to Dunedin, we will also have a visit in “Tarpon Springs” with its Greek Heritage to see the “Sponge Harvesting” while on a cruise and enjoy the boutique town vibe for lunch on your own. Back to the hotel for dinner and a free evening.
Meals: Breakfast
Monday February 24th - Today we will explore and have an introduction to “Dunedin” from a local guide. Then we will travel to “Clearwater” to walk on the beautiful white sand beach from the hot spot of “Pier 60”. We will include in our day in Clearwater, with “Starlight Cruises”, an evening "Casual Tropical Buffet" on the “Calypso Queen”, before heading back to our home in Dunedin.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Tuesday February 25th - Today we have our “2nd included Blue Jays game day against the Philadelphia Phillies”. We will balance the day with free time or an attraction around the game time.
Meals: Breakfast
Wednesday February 26th – Today will be our driver’s day off. During the day we will still explore the Dunedin downtown with the “Jolly Trolly” for transportation. For sports fans that day, you can plan to go on your own to another Blues Jays game. The Blue Jays will be playing St. Louis this day.
Meals: Breakfast
Thursday February 27th – This day we will have an excursion to explore the cosmopolitan city of "Tampa Bay" and end the day at the “Amelia Arena” for an NHL hockey game with our Canadian “Calgary Flames and the Tampa Bay Lightning”.
Meals: Breakfast
Friday February 28th – Today we begin our journey north again as far as “Atlanta” for an overnight in time to enjoy the kick back party.
Meals: Breakfast
Saturday March 01st - Today we will travel to “Pigeon Forge” for 2 nights at the “The Inn at Christmas Place”. Enjoy the perfect blend of festive holiday décor and peaceful mountain views. We will get here in time to take in a “Dinner Show”.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Sunday March 02nd - in Pigeon Forge today we will do a “Step on Guide Tour” through the towns of “Gatlinburg, & Serville” (Dolly Parton’s Hometown) and complete our tour at the “Island in Pigeon Forge” for exploring and lunch on your own. We will finish our day with the “Dolly Parton Stampede Attraction”, an extraordinary dinner show with magnificent horses & top-notch riders.
Meals: Breakfast & Dinner
Monday March 03rd – Today is a travel day as we make our way home as far as “Sydney Ohio” for an overnight.
Meals: Breakfast
Tuesday March 04th – Today is another full day of travel north through Michigan, with our last stop being the US duty free and an early evening arrival is expected back in the Sault.
Meals: Breakfast
Tour includes: Deluxe motor coach transportation with Wi-Fi service where available, fully escorted with a Sunshine Travel Club Tour Director, 13 nights’ accommodation with baggage handling where available, 18 meals as stated, and 11 attraction fees.
Medical, Cancellation and Trip Interruption insurance protection is recommended, but not included. Coverage can be purchased separately through an insurance provider of your choice.
Valid passport is required for this tour.
Tour Director: Gail Rebek
Tour Cost per person:
Occupancy:
Double: $5,080.00
Single: $7,480.00
Triple: $4,565.00
$300.00 deposit due at time of booking, balance due November 18th, 2024.