September 17-24, 2010 (8 days)

Tour Highlights:

Extensive guided sightseeing of this phenomenally beautiful area, that is normally peaking with Fall foliage this time of year, with former professor of geography, Dennis Napier.

In Colorado Springs visit the U.S. Air Force Academy, Garden of the Gods and ride the Pike’s Peak Cog Railway.

Ride the Royal Gorge Route Railroad through the spectacular Royal Gorge.

A memorable ride through the Colorado Rockies aboard the Durango Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad.

October 2-8, 2010 (7 days)

Tour Highlights:

Extensive guided sightseeing of this historic area at the time for fall foliage with a former professor of geography.

Visit the historic towns of Auburn, Sutters Creek, Murphys, Placerville, Angels Camp, Sonora, Nevada City, Jamestown and the Apple Hill area as you travel historic Highway 49.

Visit a replica of Sutter’s Mill and Marshall Gold Discovery State Historic Park, site of the gold discovery which sparked the great California Gold Rush.

September 28-30, 2010 (3 days)

Tour Highlights:

With Dr. Howard Shifflett, explore the geology that created the spectacular formations that attracted film-makers to “Movie Row” – a popular film site for over 200 movies.

Journey up Highway 395 to see Mono Lake and the tufa towers that surround this million-year-old lake to create a bizarre moonlike landscape.

See the site of the largest volcanic eruption in California, visit glacier-formed June Lake and volcanic Mammoth Mountain – this region is considered to be one the most active geologic areas in the U.S.

October 24-29, 2010 (6 days)

Tour Highlights:

Extensive guided sightseeing of the colorful landscape in Nevada and Utah with a former professor of geology.

A guided tour of Bryce Canyon National Park and its many colorful and whimsical formations.

Stay two nights in Moab as you explore both Canyonlands and Arches National Parks and take in the views of the Colorado River at Dead Horse Point State Park.

Wednesday, July 28, 2010 (1 day)

Join us under the stars at the Bowl with Big Band music with a modern twist featuring several Big Bands including the Count Basie Orchestra. Start the evening with the David Holland band a master of tone and rhythm, followed by twotime Grammy-nominated jazz musician Dave Douglas, who is arguably the most prolific and original trumpeter and composer of his generation. Close the evening with the Count Basie Orchestra – 18 performers who are committed to upholding and advancing this “American Institution.” Book early for great center section (M1) seating. Seat cushion provided. Suggested: sweater or jacket. Bring a picnic dinner or buy at the Bowl.

Thursday, August 5, 2010 (1 day)

At the Showtime Cabaret every show is a celebration of entertainment with singing and dancing celebrating the greatest musicals ever produced from the 1930's to 2000's and this is another show you won’t want to miss! Enjoy outstanding song and dance numbers from some of the greatest musicals ever produced by the legendary Cole Porter, Gershwin, Irving Berlin, Lerner & Lowe, Rogers and Hammerstein and more! Audience participation and door prizes too! Includes a waiter-served lunch with choice of entrée and dessert at the Pomona Valley Mining Company in Pomona.

Sunday, August 8, 2010 (1 day)

What a splendid way to spend a Sunday afternoon – with the California Philharmonic performing at the marvelous Disney Concert Hall. The Rat Pack meets its match in Cocktails to Classics with hits by Frank Sinatra and Tony Bennett along with traditional classical pieces. You’ll appreciate the way the California Philharmonic reinvents the concert for today’s listener by bringing the music into contemporary context and illuminates the connections between diverse musical genres. Designed by architect Frank Gehry to be one of the most acoustically sophisticated concert halls in the world, the Hall provides both visual and aural intimacy for an unparalleled musical experience. Come see where great music comes alive! Book early for great terrace level seating. Lunch on your own prior at the Concert Hall Café offering a selection of sandwiches, salads and hot entrées.

Sunday, August 29, 2010 (1 day)

The Circle Bar B Ranch offers live theatre in a rustic, dude-ranch setting in Refugio Canyon, north of Santa Barbara. Family values, the power of positive thinking and romance are all bundled into this high energy musical. Taking place during the Depression, a traveling troupe of four are about to perform Precious Nonsense by Gilbert and Sullivan in a barn in upstate New York until the owner of the theater decides he wants to operate Pirates of Penzance instead. The show goes on with the original troupe plus a couple of other characters that they manage to pick up along the way. Get ready for cross-dressing, mistaken identities, love complications and crazy on & off stage moments. Before the show enjoy an included down-home-style barbeque brunch complete with all the fixins’ and dessert. Champagne and mimosas served aboard the motorcoach.

Friday, September 3, 2010 (1 day)

The 2009 National League Western Division Champion Dodgers are taking on their biggest rivals – the San Francisco Giants! Join us for an exciting and memorable night of Dodgers baseball. After the game, stay in your seat for a spectacular Labor Day weekend fireworks show! Enjoy dinner on your own at the stadium – Dodger Dogs are a southern California tradition! Book early for great inner reserved seating above home plate and between third and first base. Suggested: sweater and comfortable walking shoes.

Sunday, September 26, 2010 (1 day)

This is a once-in-a-lifetime experience and a wonderful way to appreciate history. Enjoy an 8-hour adventure and breath-taking views setting sail towards Catalina Island aboard the S.S. Lane Victory (with no landings). Steam back to the 1940’s aboard the last fully restored and operational Victory Ship. Built in 1945, the S.S. Lane Victory served with distinction during World War II, The Korean War and Vietnam War. After years of deterioration followed by countless hours of restoration by volunteers of the United States Merchant Marine Veterans of World War II, she is back in her original condition for all to appreciate. Dance on deck to the sounds of the Yellow Hound Dawg Band, help the crew hunt down an escaped German spy, explore the ship and its two great museums on your own or join a guided tour of the engine room. An included buffet lunch and continental breakfast onboard the ship. Suggested: rubber-soled walking shoes, sunscreen, hat and sweater or jacket as it can be cool on the water. The boat has indoor and outdoor areas, and a restroom onboard, for your comfort.