2016 Tour Brochure - Swarthout Coaches
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2016 Tour Brochure - Swarthout Coaches
2016 Tour Brochure www.goswarthout.com 115 Graham Road Ithaca, NY 14850 Telephone: 607.257.2277 Toll Free: 800.772.7267 Fax: 607.257.0218 Please note that all of our Tours will involve a certain amount of walking. If you have special needs please contact our office prior to making Reservations. Table of Contents Calendar 2016 3 Monthly Tours New York City: A Day On Your Own Turning Stone Resort & Casino 4 5 6 One Day Tours 7 Philadelphia Flower Show Mystery Trip Samson: Sight & Sound Theater Hiawatha Cruise Gaming & Harness Racing at Vernon Downs Historic Battle Day Mary Poppins: Dutch Apple Theater Statue of Liberty Yankees vs. Boston Red Sox Yankees vs. Cleveland Indians Hidden Valley Animal Park Yankees vs. Baltimore Orioles Marcy Downey: Tillman Village Inn Hawaiian Luau Boyerstown Train Ride and Museum of Antique Vehicles Italian Day: Villa Roma Resort & Conference Center Made In America Radio City Music Hall Multi Day Tours 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 Foodie’s Blue & Gray Palate Battle Excursion Branson Missouri Showcase Theater 26 27 28-29 General Information 30-31 Notes 32-34 Office Staff 2 35 3 Monthly Tours 4 K R O Y W E N CITY Price $64 The THIRD Saturday Monthly we travel to the Big Apple *(Additional December Trips) ~Day on your Own~ One rest stop on the way to NYC so please feel free to bring refreshments (no glass please). Your escort will assist you, answer any questions you may have, and also provide you with a map. Drop off at: Bryant Park (42nd St & 6th Ave) or Macy’s (34th St. & 7th Ave.) Pick up at: Bryant Park only 8pm SHARP MAR 19 APR 16 MAY 21 JUN 18 JUL 16 AUG 20 SEP 17 OCT 15 NOV 19 DEC 3 DEC 10 DEC 14 DEC 17 Departs: Returns: 5:45am Ithaca/behind the Ramada Inn 6:00am Ithaca/Green Street bus stop 6:20am Dryden/TC-3 Parking Lot #5 6:40am Cortlandville/Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Firehouse, next to Salvation ARMY 7:00am Marathon /4 Corners, at light 7:25am Binghamton /Cracker Barrel, near Regal Cinema 11:00am Drops off at BRYANT PARK 8:00PM DEPART NYC/BRYANT PARK 11:15pm Binghamton/Cracker Barrel 11:40pm Marathon/4 Corners 12:00am Cortlandville/Route 281 Park & Ride 12:15am Dryden/TC-3 Parking Lot #5 12:30am Ithaca /Green Street bus stop 12:45am Ithaca/behind the Ramada Inn 5 MONTHLY TURNING STONE TRIP 1st Wednesday PRICE $34 MARCH 2 APRIL 6 MAY 4 JUNE 1 JULY 6 AUGUST 3 SEPTEMBER 7 OCTOBER 5 NOVEMBER 2 INCLUDES: $25 in free play and a $5 meal credit -OROR- $20 for Bingo and a $5 meal credit Departs: 8:00am Horseheads/Park-N-Ride Lot. Next to Tate Equipment 8:10am Alpine Junction/Park-N-Ride Lot - Rte. 224 8:25am Newfield Fire Station 8:40am Ithaca/ Green St. Bus Shelter 9:00am Ithaca/Behind the Ramada Inn 6 Arrives: 6:45pm Ithaca/Behind the Ramada Inn 7:00pm Ithaca/Green St. Bus Shelter 7:15pm Newfield Fire Station 7:30pm Alpine Junction/Public Parking Lot - Rte. 224 7:45pm Horseheads/Park-N-Ride Lot. Next to Tate Equipment One Day Tours 7 Philadelphia Flower Show March 8th The PHS Philadelphia Flower Show is an annual event at the Pennsylvania Convention Center in March. It is the world’s oldest and largest indoor flower show, attracting more than 260,000 people annually. The Show features large-scale gardens, elaborate landscapes, and over-the-top floral creations. Visitor Suggestions: 1st time to the PHS Philadelphia Flower Show? Here are some tips to make the most of your experience. Dress for the occasion. There’s a lot to see, so comfortable shoes are a must. Dress in layers as it can get chilly on the Show floor, Take notes. Jot down the name of plants you like or the contact information of exhibitors, or snap a photo of your favorite exhibits, Identify yourself. If you are a PHS member, bring your Membership ID, which entitles you to discounts at the Flower Show Store and other retail locations, Plan the day. Check the schedule of events on the Flower Show, website, or upon arrival at the Convention Center. There are lectures, demonstrations, culinary displays, book signings, and more that you don’t want to miss. .Make a shopping list. The Flower Show is a shopper’s paradise. Think ahead to Spring and what you might want for the months ahead. Throwing a party? Planning a garden bed? Considering a new hobby? Redecorating a room? Chances are the things you need can be found on the Show floor. Price: $101 Departs: 6:15am Ithaca/Behind the Ramada Inn 6:30am Ithaca/Green Street Bus Shelter 6:50am Dryden//TC3 Parking Lot #5 7:10am Cortlandville/Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Firehouse, next to Salvation Army) 7:30am Marathon/4 Corners, at traffic light 7:55am Binghamton/Cracker Barrel 9:45pm Binghamton/Cracker Barrel near Regals Cinema 8 Arrives: 10:10pm Marathon/4 Corners 10:30pm Cortlandville/Route 281 Park & Ride 10:45pm Dryden/TC3 Parking Lot #5 11:00pm Ithaca/Green Street Bus Shelter 11:15pm Ithaca/Behind the Ramada Inn The Annual Swarthout MYSTERY Trip….??? April 19TH What is a Mystery?? Anything that is kept a secret…... Enjoy a carefree day of adventure on our one day Mystery Trip where you can throw caution to the wind and let us plan the day for you. Includes Lunch (Ham or Meatloaf). Price $103 Departs: 6:45am Cortlandville - Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Cortlandville Firehouse) 7:05am Dryden - TC-3 Parking Lot #6 7:25am Ithaca - Behind the Ramada Inn 7:45am Ithaca - Green St. Bus Shelter Arrives: 8:30pm 8:45pm 9:05pm 9:25pm Ithaca - Green St. Bus Shelter Ithaca - Behind the Ramada Inn Dryden - TC-3 Parking Lot #6 Cortlandville - Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Firehouse) 9 MAY 10th SAMSON at the Sight & Sound Theaters Lancaster, PA PRICE: $172 The world's first superhero ... the strongest man who ever lived.... He killed a lion with his bare hands and defeated a thousand soldiers ... but he's not a hero because of the strength of his hands, he's a hero because of the faith in his heart! One of the most captivating stories in the Bible, SAMSON is filled with colorful characters, extraordinary feats of strength, and amazing special effects that your whole family will love. When Samson stands between two colossal columns in a godless temple and starts to push - it's an immersive scene that literally brings the house down! A message of hope for the wayward, comfort to the weary and the incredible grace of God that enables us to truly be strong in Him! Includes Buffet dinner at Miller’s Smorgasbord following the show. Departs: 7:30am Ithaca - Behind the Ramada Inn 7:45am Ithaca - Green Street Bus Shelter 8:05am Dryden - TC-3 Parking lot #5 8:25am Cortlandville - Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Cortlandville Firehouse, next to Salvation Army) 8:45am Marathon 4 Corners, at traffic light 9:10am Binghamton - Cracker Barrel, near Regals Cinema Returns: 10:45pm Binghamton - Cracker Barrel 11:10pm Marathon 4 Corners 11:30pm Cortlandville - Route 281 Park & Ride 11:50pm Dryden - TC-3 Parking lot #5 12:10am Ithaca - Green Street Bus Shelter 12:25am Ithaca - Behind the Ramada Inn 10 The Hiawatha Paddlewheel Riverboat Cruise May 24 Today will start with a Victorian-era sight seeing mission on the Historic Millionaire's Row of Williamsport, NY. Including the Annunciation Catholic Church. Then it’s off to The Hiawatha docks located in the Susquehanna State Park for a picnic style cruise down the Susquehanna river. The Hiawatha Riverboat is an authentic replica of the type of riverboat that plied the waters of the Susquehanna during the late 19th and early 20th centuries. Relax and enjoy all the natural beauty of the Susquehanna River while dining on a delicious lunch of Roast Chicken or Penne Pasta with Meatballs and sauce with side dishes to tempt your palate. Once on land again you will complete the day with a tour of the Rowley House and the Thomas T. Taber Museum which features the Shempp Toy Train Collection. This Victorian age tour features magnificent architecture, furniture, toys, estates and historic exhibits. And more! PRICE $119 Departs: 6:45am Cortlandville - Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Firehouse) 7:05am Dryden - TC-3 Parking Lot #6 7:25am Ithaca - Behind the Ramada Inn 7:45am Ithaca - Green St. Bus Shelter Arrives: 7:00pm Ithaca - Green St. Bus Shelter 7:15pm Ithaca - Behind the Ramada Inn 7:35pm Dryden - TC-3 Parking Lot #6 7:55pm Cortlandville - Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Firehouse) 11 Join us for an exciting day: ~MAY 28th ~ Turning stone Resort Casino ~and~ VERNON DOWN’S CASINO HOTEL (Turning Stone Includes) $25 free Play ~or~ $20 Bingo and a Meal Ticket Turning Stone Resort Casino and Vernon Downs are World Class gaming venues so come join us for a day of excitement at BOTH!! Vernon Down’s is home to some of harness racing’s premier stakes events and experience. Included on today’s trip you will enjoy a Buffet, $5.00 free play, as well as, Program, and Admission. Price: $65 Departs: 8:45am Ithaca/Behind Ramada Inn 9:05am Ithaca/Green St. Bus Shelter 9:25am Dryden/TC-3 Parking Lot 6 9:45am Cortlandville/Rte 281 Park & Ride (Old Firehouse) 12 Arrives: 11:45pm Cortlandville/Rte 281 Park & Ride (Old Firehouse) 12:00am Dryden/TC-3 Parking Lot 6 12:20am Ithaca/Green St. Bus Shelter 12:35 am Ithaca - Behind Ramada Inn June 14th The Historic Battle Day History enthusiasts won’t want to miss out on this fascinating Tour. Begin the day by boarding the Lil’ Diamond vessel at Rotary Park Marina in Little Falls., NY and depart for a lock thru cruise on the historic Erie Canal, the canal that opened our western lands and helped make America what she is today. You will hear a special discussion on this historically significant portion of Erie Canal before you arrive by wagon at the Historic Herkimer Home, where you will enjoy a fabulous BBQ feast from “Promise Land BBQ” with all the home-style fixins! All aboard the bus again for our final destination: The Fort Herkimer Church. It is one of the oldest churches in New York State and the oldest building in Herkimer County. It serves as a reminder of days past, having functioned as both a fortress during the French and Indian War and American Revolution as well as a place of worship for valley settlers. This is a day not to be missed! Price $107 Departs: 7:45am Ithaca/Behind the Ramada Inn 8:05am Ithaca/Green Street bus stop 8:25am Dryden/TC-3 Parking Lot #5 8:45am Cortlandville/Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Firehouse @ Salvation Army) Arrives: 7:15pm Cortlandville/Route 281 Park & Ride 7:35pm Dryden/TC-3 Parking Lot #5 7:55pm Ithaca/Green St. bus stop 8:10pm Ithaca - behind the Ramada 13 The Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre Presents: (Photo Courtesy of Derby Dinner Playhouse, Clarksville, IN) June 29th The Dutch Apple Dinner Theatre in Lancaster, PA is a nationally recognized theater that creates beautiful sets, costumes and delightful musicals. A live orchestra adds a magical touch to the entire show. The Theatre has a calming ambiance with intimate, yet elegant setting with an unobstructed view of the stage where you will dine on a buffet of classic American cuisine prepared by a team of executive chefs. Then it’s Show Time: Everyone's favorite practically perfect nanny takes the stage in this Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious musical adventure! Jane and Michael Banks have sent many a nanny packing before Mary Poppins arrives on their doorstep. Using a combination of magic and common sense, she must teach the family how to value each other again. Mary Poppins is an enchanting mixture of an irresistible story, unforgettable songs, breathtaking dance numbers, and astonishing stagecraft. From your entrance to the finale of the show, the Dutch Apple is here to serve your every need to make each visit an unforgettable experience. Price $143 Departs: 6:15am Ithaca/Behind the Ramada Inn 6:30am Ithaca/Green Street Bus Shelter 6:50am Dryden/TC-3 Parking lot #5 7:10am Cortlandville/Route 281 Park &Ride (Old Firehouse, next to Salvation Army) 7:30am Marathon 4 Corners, at traffic light 7:50am Binghamton/Cracker Barrel, near Regals Cinema 14 Arrives: 7:00pm Binghamton/Cracker Barrel 7:20pm Marathon 4 Corners 7:40pm Cortlandville/Route 281 Park & Ride 8:00pm Dryden/TC-3 Parking lot #5 8:20pm Ithaca/Green Street Bus Shelter 8:35pm Ithaca/Behind the Ramada Inn The Statue of Liberty Ellis Island and July 12th -Price $99Today we will board the ferry at Liberty State Park in Jersey City, NJ on a trip to one of the world’s most famous landmarks – the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. This historic National Monument, originally conceived as an emblem of the friendship between the people of France and the U.S. and a sign of their mutual desire for liberty, and has become our symbol of Freedom. Feel free to bring refreshments (no glass please). There will be a rest stop on the way with a dinner stop (on your own) on our return home. Ferry ride and monument access pass included. (Monument access passes subject to change at their discretion). Departs: 5:45am Ithaca - Behind the Ramada Inn 6:00am Ithaca - Green Street Bus Shelter 6:20am Dryden - TC-3 Parking Lot 5 6:40am Cortlandville - Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Cortlandville Firehouse Next To Peck's Furniture) 7:00am Marathon 4 Corners 7:25am Binghamton - Cracker Barrel, Near Regals Cinema Arrive: 9:30pm Binghamton - Cracker Barrel 9:55pm Marathon 4 Corners 10:15pm Cortlandville - Route 281 Park & Ride 10:35pm Dryden - TC-3 Upper Parking Lot #5 10:55pm Ithaca - Green Street Bus Shelter 11:10pm Ithaca - Behind the Ramada Inn 15 New York Yankees VS. Boston RED JULY 16th The two teams have competed in MLB's American League for over 100 seasons and have since developed one of the fiercest rivalries in baseball history. Come see some of baseballs greatest players compete. Great family fun full of tradition! PRICE $135 Arrives: 8:30pm Binghamton/Cracker Barrel 8:55pm Marathon/4 Corners 9:15pm Cortlandville/Route 281 Park & Ride 9:35pm Dryden/TC-3 Parking Lot #5 (Old Firehouse, next to Salvation Army) 9:55pm Ithaca /Green Street bus stop 10:10pm Ithaca/Behind the Ramada Inn 7:00am Marathon/Corners, at traffic light 7:25am Binghamton/Cracker Barrel, (near Regals Cinema) Departs: 5:45am Ithaca/Behind the Ramada Inn 6:00am Ithaca/Green Street bus stop 6:20am Dryden/TC-3 Parking Lot #5 6:40am Cortlandville/Route 281 Park & Ride 16 New York Yankees VS. Cleveland INDIANS AUGUST 6th More family FUN… Join us for “America’s Favorite Pastime” Baseball!!! Today the Yankees play the Cleveland Indians. A game not to be missed... PRICE $135 Departs: 5:45am Ithaca/Behind the Ramada Inn 6:00am Ithaca/Green Street bus stop 6:20am Dryden/TC-3 Parking Lot #5 6:40am Cortlandville/Route 281 Park & Ride Arrives: 8:30pm Binghamton/Cracker Barrel 8:55pm Marathon/4 Corners 9:15pm Cortlandville/Route 281 Park & Ride 9:35pm Dryden /TC-3 Parking Lot #5 (Old Firehouse, next to Salvation Army) 9:55pm Ithaca/Green Street bus stop 7:00am Marathon/4 Corners, at traffic light 10:10pm Ithaca/Behind the Ramada Inn 7:25am Binghamton/Cracker Barrel (near Regals Cinema) 17 Escape to the Wild! HIDDEN VALLEY Animal Adventure AUGUST 9th Hidden Valley Animal Adventure in is a family-run and operated animal park. Today they have over 300 animals and 40 different exotic species for you to come and interact with up close. Share the love of animals and encounter a place for families to come and enjoy a truly unique experience together. Come escape to the wild. The adventure will take you closer than you think….. Upon arrival you will feast on a Traditional Lunch Buffet in the Lodge before going by Trolley to feed the animals and visit the petting Zoo. Departs: 7:45am Cortlandville/Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Firehouse) 8:05am Dryden/TC-3 Parking Lot 5 8:25am Ithaca/Behind Ramada Inn 8:40am Ithaca/Green Street Bus Shelter 9:00am Trumansburg/Salo Drive 18 PRICE $118 Arrives: 7:30pm Trumansburg/Salo Drive 7:50pm Ithaca/Green Street Bus Shelter 8:05pm Ithaca/Behind Ramada Inn 8:25pm Dryden/TC-3 Parking Lot 5 8:45pm Cortlandville/Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Firehouse) New York Yankees VS. BALTIMORE Orioles AUGUST 27th “Ohhhhhh heyyyyyy Hon! How ‘bout dem O’s….?” That’s what most Baltimore fans want to know. Today’s game will be fast paced and full of Baseball Tradition that the whole family can enjoy. From the first pitch to the seventh inning stretch and all the rituals between, a good time will be had by all! Price $135 Departs: 5:45am Ithaca/Behind the Ramada Inn 6:00am Ithaca/Green Street bus stop 6:20am Dryden/TC-3 Parking Lot #5 6:40am Cortlandville/Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Cortlandville Firehouse, next to Salvation Army) 7:00am Marathon/4 Corners, at traffic light 7:25am Binghamton /Cracker Barrel, near Regals Cinema Arrives: 8:30pm Binghamton/Cracker Barrel 8:55pm Marathon/4 Corners 9:15pm Cortlandville/Route 281 Park & Ride 9:35pm Dryden/TC-3 Parking Lot #5 9:55pm Ithaca/Green Street bus stop 10:10pm Ithaca/Behind the Ramada Inn 19 at the TILLMAN VILLAGE INN 2016 Dinner Theater Show Matinee with Marcy Downey AUGUST 30th Relieve the lasting memories of the Fabulous 1940’s. Show Tunes, Movie Musicals, Comedy stories, a USO tribute and of course dinner (includes prime rib, baked stuffed chicken & baked haddock) Price $98 Departs: Arrives: 7:15am Cortlandville/Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Cortlandville Firehouse) 7:35am Dryden /TC-3 Parking Lot #6 7:55am Ithaca/Behind the Ramada Inn 8:15am Ithaca/Green St. Bus Shelter 8:35am Trumansburg/Salo Drive 6:30pm Trumansburg/Salo Drive 6:45pm Ithaca/Green Street Bus Shelter 7:05pm Ithaca/Behind Ramada Inn 7:25pm Dryden-/TC-3 Parking Lot 5 7:45pm Cortlandville /Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Cortlandville Firehouse) 20 SEPTEMBER 20th Aloha Folks! Today you are cordially invited to join us for a scenic trip to Milford, PA in the foothills of the Pocono Mountains where you will be greeted with breakfast. Then the festivities begin. We will participate in a Hawaiian Luau at the Mt. Haven Resort and Restaurant. You will be entertained by a traditional Hawaiian Music and Dancers, drink and dine on a Gourmet buffet. You won’t want to miss this great party and don’t forget your Hawaiian shirts. Open bar and Leis will be provided. Price $108 Departs: Arrives: 7:00am 7:20am 7:40am 8:00am 9:00pm Ithaca / Green St Bus Shelter 9:20pm Ithaca / Behind the Ramada Inn 9:40pm Dryden / TC3 Parking Lot 5 10:00pm Cortlandville / Old Firehouse Rt 281 Ithaca / Behind the Ramada Inn Ithaca / Green Street bus stop Dryden / TC-3 Parking Lot #5 Cortlandville / Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Cortlandville Firehouse (next to Salvation Army) 21 BOYERTOWN, PA October 4th ~ Price $121.00 All aboard!!!! Enjoy lunch while you get lost in the deep woods sheltering the Manatawny and Ironstone Creeks in this mythical secret valley. Though today only white-tailed deer, great blue heron, and bald eagles know the beauty of this legendary land, it was once the province of pioneers and patriots. Completed by soldiers home from the Civil War just four months after the Transcontinental Railroad united the East and West which is 8.6 miles long which takes you back into a century-and-a-half back in time. The Secret Valley Line beckons you to experience for yourself the unexpected treasures of Southeastern Pennsylvania. -NEXT STOPThe Boyertown Museum of Historic Vehicles houses dozens of automobiles, trucks, and motorcycles that were manufactured right here in Pennsylvania while the industry was still in its infancy. Prior to that time, the region produced multitudes of horse-drawn vehicles, of which many examples can be found at the Museum. Departs: 7:15am Ithaca - behind the Ramada Inn 7:35am Ithaca - Green Street bus stop 7:55am Dryden - TC-3 Parking Lot #5 8:15am Cortlandville - Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Firehouse @ Salvation Army) 8:35am Marathon - 4 Corners, at traffic light 9:00am Binghamton - Cracker Barrel, near Regals Cinema 22 Arrives: 6:45pm Binghamton - Cracker Barrel 7:10pm Marathon - 4 Corners 7:30pm Cortlandville - Route 281 Park & Ride 7:50pm Dryden - TC-3 Parking Lot #5 8:10pm Ithaca - Green Street bus stop 8:30pm Ithaca - Behind the Ramada Inn Villa Roma Resort & Conference Center WELCOMES YOU to their 2016 ITALIAN DAY October 18th @ Price 90.00 Upon arrival you will check your worries away when you are greeted the Italian way….. With cake and coffee and a schedule of activities to enjoy during the day, as well as a raffle to enter to win a 2- night stay for 2! Enjoy music by pianist Frank Santoro as you are ushered into Villa Roma’s Grand Dining Room to be served an elegant Italian Four-Course meal. Join Social Director, Doc Holiday, in entertaining activities such as Line-Dancing, Trivia and Bingo to name a few. Last but not least there is a Live Stage Show in the Forum Nightclub starring Broadway & International Singer, Nicholas King. You will leave the day saying “quello che un giorno di festa” or “what a festive day!” Departs: 7:00am Ithaca - behind the Ramada Inn 7:20am Ithaca - Green Street bus stop 7:40am Dryden - TC-3 Parking Lot #5 8:00am Cortlandville - Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Firehouse, next to Salvation Army) 8:20am Marathon - 4 Corners, at traffic light 8:45am Binghamton - Cracker Barrel, near Regals Cinema Arrives: 5:30pm Binghamton - Cracker Barrel 5:55pm Marathon - 4 Corners 6:15pm Cortlandville - Route 281 Park & Ride 6:35pm Dryden - TC-3 Parking Lot #5 6:55pm Ithaca - Green Street bus stop 7:15pm Ithaca - behind the Ramada Inn 23 MADE IN AMERICA *STORE* November 15th What’s the very best part about Made in America’s flagship store in Elma, NY? 100 percent of the store’s 7,000 plus items are 100 percent American made. This creates local jobs in retail, tourism and manufacturing. Nestled near the quaint village of East Aurora, the bigger, brand new Made in America Store is the newest destination in the world class region of Buffalo Niagara. We will be celebrating American cuisine at the American Grille for lunch and stopping at Vidler’s, the World’s Oldest Five & Dime. Last but not least...Kutter’s Cheese before heading home for the day. Price $88 Departs: 6:45am Cortlandville/Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Firehouse, next to Salvation Army) 7:00am Dryden/ TC3 Parking lot #5 7:20am Ithaca/ Behind the Ramada Inn 7:35am Ithaca/Green Street Bus Shelter 7:55am Trumansburg/Salo Drive Park and Ride 24 Arrives: 7:15pm Trumansburg/Salo Drive Park & Ride Lot 7:35pm Ithaca/Green Street Bus Shelter 7:50pm Ithaca/Behind the Ramada Inn 8:10pm Dryden/TC3 Parking lot #5 8:25pm Cortlandville/Rte 281 Park & Ride DECEMBER 6th Radio City Music Hall Christmas Spectacular featuring, the one and only, Rockettes !!!! For 80 years, the Radio City Christmas Spectacular, starring the Rockettes, has continued to create lasting memories for generations of families that have made this cherished show a holiday tradition. A true New York City institution, the annual Radio City Rockettes Christmas Spectacular is the sparkling, breath-taking way to get you in the Christmas spirit where you can create unforgettable holiday memories. Price $179 -or- A day on your own in NYC Price $64 Departs: 6:15am 6:30am 6:50am 7:10am Ithaca/Behind the Ramada Inn Ithaca/Green Street Bus Shelter Dryden /TC-3 Parking Lot 5 Cortlandville/Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Firehouse near Peck's Furniture) 7:30am Marathon 4 corners 7:55am Binghamton/Cracker Barrel, Near Regals Cinema Arrives: 10:15pm Binghamton/Cracker Barrel 10:40pm Marathon/4 Corners 11:00pm Cortlandville/Route 281 Park & Ride 11:15pm Dryden/TC-3 Parking Lot #5 11:30pm Ithaca/Green Street bus stop 11:45pm Ithaca/Behind the Ramada Inn 25 Multi-Day Tours 26 Foodies Blue & Gray Palate Battle Excursion JUNE 7th—8th Gettysburg awaits you for this Two Day excursion packed full of history, food and fun… Join us for the Foodies Blue & Gray Palate Battle Excursion. What’s in-store for Day One? Tour the Gettysburg Heritage Museum before dinner with General & Mrs. Grant at the Dinner from the North. Day Two: You will see The Gettysburg National Military Park Visitor Center, as well as, the Eisenhower National Historic Site, Lunch at the Hickory Bridge Farm with Mamie Eisenhower, with our last stop before departing for home at Hollabaugh Bros. Inc. Fruit Farm and Market. This unforgettable trip will leave you with lasting historic memories and a full belly. Price per person/occupancy: SINGLE: $347.00 DOUBLE: $286.00 TRIPLE: $256.00 Departs: 9:30am Ithaca - behind the Ramada Inn 9:50am Ithaca - Green Street bus stop 10:10am Dryden - TC-3 Parking Lot #5 (No over-night parking) 10:30am Cortlandville - Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Firehouse, near Salvation Army) 10:50am Marathon 4 Corners, at traffic light 11:15pm Binghamton Cracker Barrel (near Regals Cinema) Arrives: 8:00pm Binghamton - Cracker Barrel 8:25pm Marathon - 4 Corners 8:45pm Cortlandville - Route 281 Park & Ride 9:05pm Dryden - TC-3 Parking Lot #5 9:25pm Ithaca - Green Street bus stop 9:45pm Ithaca - behind the Ramada Inn 27 Non Non--Stop Entertainment branson July 11th - 18th 28 This trip is the The Ultimate Crowd Pleaser!! Non-stop fun filled activities. Each day you will enjoy Music, Theater, Dancing, Singing, Comedy, Travel, Food and did I say Food….? HIGHLIGHTS: Doug Gabriel Theater Starlite Theater Shorty Small’s Restaurant The Clay Cooper Theater The American Bandstand Theatre Branson Belle Dinner Cruise The Welk Resort Theater Titanic Audio Tour The Hughes Brothers Theater St. Louis Gateway Arch Tour Single Double Triple Quad $1,488 $1,118 $ 988 $ 928 Itinerary (Shows and/or times are subject to change): Monday, July 11, 2016 Departs: 6:15am Cortlandville - Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Cortlandville Firehouse) 6:35am Dryden - TC-3 Parking Lot #6 *no over night parking* 6:55am Ithaca - Behind the Ramada Inn 7:15am Ithaca - Green St. Bus Shelter 8:15am Wegmans Market Café Corning NY 14830 9:00am back on the road 12:00pm Cracker Barrel Erie PA 1:00pm depart for Hampton Inn 6:30pm Arrive at Hampton Inn Richmond, IN Dinner on own Tuesday, July 12, 2016 7:00am Extended Continental Breakfast at the hotel 8:30am Depart for Branson, Missouri 6:30pm Arrive at Best Western Center Pointe Branson, MO Dinner and Evening on own Wednesday, July 13, 2016 8:00am Extended Continental Breakfast at the hotel 10:00am Doug Gabriel Show, Doug Gabriel Theater 12:30pm Lunch (on own) at a local restaurant 2:00pm Matinee Show (TBA), Starlite Theatre 5:30pm Dinner at Shorty Small’s Restaurant 7:30pm The Clay Cooper Theatre Thursday, July 14, 2016 8:00am Extended Continental Breakfast / the hotel 10:00am The Brett Family Show, The American Bandstand Theatre 12:30pm Return to lodging, Lunch (on own) 4:00pm Dinner Cruise, The Showboat Branson Belle 8:00pm Million Dollar Quartet, The Welk Resort Theatre Friday, July 15, 2016 8:00am Extended Continental Breakfast at the hotel 9:30am Enjoy a visit and audio tour Titanic, The Legend Continues 11:30am Lunch (on own) The Grand Village 2:00pm Visit Dick’s 5 & 10 and Downtown Branson 3:30pm Free time to enjoy at hotel 6:30pm Hughes Bros Star Dinner Show, The Hughes Brothers Theatre Saturday, July 16, 2016 8:00am Extended continental breakfast at the hotel 9:00am Depart for St. Louis, Missouri 2:00pm Tour and tram ride to the top St. Louis Gateway Arch 5:00pm Arrive at Drury Inn Fairview Heights, IL 5:30pm Enjoy Kickback meal at hotel Sunday, July 17, 2016 8:00am Quick Start Breakfast at the hotel 9:00am Depart for Drury Inn Grove City, OH 5:00pm Arrive at Drury Inn Grove City, OH 5:30 pm Enjoy the Kick back meal at hotel Monday, July 18, 2016 8:00am Quick Start Breakfast at the hotel 9:00am Depart for home Arrives at: 7:00pm Ithaca - Green St. Bus Shelter 7:15pm Ithaca - Behind the Ramada Inn 7:35pm Dryden - TC-3 Parking Lot #6 7:55pm Cortlandville - Route 281 Park & Ride (Old Cortlandville Firehouse) 29 General Information Tour Cost Includes Transportation via deluxe, air-conditioned, lavatory equipped motor coach. Motel/hotel accommodations with private bath, sightseeing, admissions, and guide fees as in the itinerary, charge for handling one piece of luggage; all taxes pertaining to included features of the tour. Price does not include meals, unless specified, valet, laundry, phone calls or other personal expenses. Responsibility Swarthout Tours and/or its solicitors act solely as agents in arranging for hotel/motel accommodations, sightseeing and all other services and does not assume any liability for injury, damage, accident or delay due to any act or default of any company or person engaged in or rendering any other service, or carrying out arrangements for any tour, or by servant. Swarthout reserves the right to change or modify the itinerary as circumstances may require, to cancel any tour prior to departure upon full refund of all monies paid and, if necessary, to change hotels/motels by substitution of equal or superior accommodations. Procedures for Reservations On all trips, an advance reservation must be made by calling or stopping by our office. Departure Locations Departure time and departure locations will be designated on itineraries for each specific trip. Also note departure locations are listed in this brochure. Canadian Immigration Passengers must carry proof of citizenship—an Enhanced Driver’s License, passport or visa—to enter Canada. If you do not have proper ID, you will be turned away before departing the departure location. In that case, there will be no refund. Special Services It is the intent of Swarthout Tours to comply fully with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA). In order to ensure the arrangement of proper services, we request advance notification and specific identification of the special needs of all customers no later than the date of full payment. We are not liable for the failure of suppliers of travel or other services to comply with their own requirements under ADA. 30 Gratuities A large part of the success of a tour is due to our drivers and escorts. If you wish to show appreciation to your driver and escort, we suggest you do it voluntarily and compensate them for the courtesy and services rendered. Smoking & Alcohol There will be no smoking or alcohol on any Swarthout Tour bus. Your cooperation and understanding on this matter is greatly appreciated. Our travel plans always include stops for rest and relaxation with opportunities for smoking. Seating Seats will be assigned at the time of full payment from front to rear, unless otherwise requested. Payments Cash, Check, Money Order, Visa, MasterCard and Discover or debit cards are accepted. If paying by check, make payable to Swarthout Tours. Your seat is not secured until payment is received. Day-Trips Must be paid in full when you make your reservation. Multi-Day Trips Require a $100.00 deposit per person with the balance paid 60 days prior to the trip. After full payment has been received, boarding passes and luggage tags will be sent by mail or issued at our office. Refunds Should Swarthout Tours cancel a trip due to lack of reservations your money will be promptly refunded. Swarthout Tours is not responsible; however, for any costs such as those occurring due to missed reservations with theater or sporting event tickets that you may have purchased on your own or purchased by Swarthout Tours on your behalf. There are no refunds or exchanges on Broadway shows, Radio City Music Hall, Madison Square Garden or any other sporting event that we are unable to attend due to acts of God, weather, traffic, war, terrorism, strikes, etc., beyond the control of Swarthout Tours. Cancellations Customer cancellations for One-Day tours are NONREFUNDABLE *Multi-day tours cancelled by customers 45-60 days prior to the trip will be assessed a $50.00 fee per person plus any non-refundable money paid out on your behalf. *Multi-day tours cancelled by customers 31-44 days prior to the trip will be assessed 40% per person plus any non-refundable money paid out on your behalf. *Multi day tours cancelled by customers 1-30 days prior to the trip are non refundable, unless we can sell your seat. 31 NOTES: 32 NOTES: 33 NOTES: 34 Safe and Happy Travels from the Swarthout Tours Staff: Robert Swarthout President John Seewald General Manager Jerome Pelto Dispatch/Charter Manager Jessica Hoffman Tour & Charter Dept. Donna Vose Tour Coordinator & Escort Lillie Krauklis Tour Escort Sheryl Searles Tour Escort COMING IN 2017…… Myrtle Beach, South Carolina 35 36 Swarthout Tours 115 Graham Road Ithaca, NY 14850