Rose Bowl Parade deluxe

December 29, 2021– January 2, 2022

Price:  $1995 pp/double   

              $2295 pp/single 

Day One:  Depart the Valley and travel to Southern California.  Check into the Hilton Orange County/Costa Mesa. A welcome dinner at the hotel is planned as you settle in and get ready for a one-of-a-kind Rose Parade experience.   (D)

Day Two:  After breakfast, all guests will see the finishing touches being put on the Tournament of Roses parade floats before they head down Colorado Blvd. You’ll enjoy a delicious three-course luncheon at the famous Lawry’s The Prime Rib in Beverly Hills followed by an afternoon visit to the NEW Academy Museum of Motion Pictures. (B,L)

 Day Three:  After breakfast, choose from one of the following included optionals:  

Option #1 - HOLLYWOOD CITY TOUR AND STUDIO TOUR: Experience Hollywood like never before! Take a guided tour of a working Hollywood Studio. You’ll see where the movie magic is made and learn about the rich history of the film industry. The day would not be complete without a Hollywood City Tour. The history of Hollywood will come to life as you explore Hollywood’s past and present. Your knowledgeable tour guide will take you to the center of the glitz and glam. Visit Grauman’s Chinese Theatre, the Hollywood Walk of Fame, and much more. Lunch will be on your own at Universal CityWalk.

Option #2 - CATALINA ISLAND: You’ll board one of the Catalina Express ferries for a short one-hour cruise to the island. These vessels offer both inside and outside seating, as well as a snack bar and restroom facilities onboard for your comfort. You’ll log some 26 miles as you sail along the Pacific ocean over to Catalina Island. Once you arrive, the day is yours to get acquainted with the storybook town of Avalon, which you’ll find is packed with boutiques, restaurants, and things to do! You might want to take a tour of the historic Casino, take a guided tour of Avalon, or rent a golf cart or bicycle to sightsee on your own this afternoon.

The evening is filled with elegant dining, dancing to a live band and the fun of a live “Monte Carlo” style casino. There will be hats and party favors, a drawing for exciting prizes and a champagne toast to ring in 2022!  (B,D)

Day Four: Enjoy an early morning buffet breakfast at the hotel before heading to Pasadena where you will have reserved premium grandstand seats as you watch the Rose Parade make its way down Colorado Boulevard. A souvenir program and blanket are included. After the parade, you’ll return to the hotel for a special Southern California Backyard Style BBQ. The remainder of the afternoon is at your leisure. In the evening, we will transform the ballroom into a cinema for a private viewing of a Hollywood favorite. (B, L))

Day Five: After Breakfast, depart for home  (B))

December 30, 2021– January 2, 2022

Price:  $825 pp/double   

              $1125 pp/single 

Day One:   Depart the Valley and travel to Palm Springs.  Lunch and shopping are on your own followed by a Highlights of Palm Springs tour.  Check into the La Quinta in Pomona.  Dinner is included this evening.      (D)

Day Two:     A grab and go  breakfast is included this morning. It's an early morning today! You will be able to help put the finishing touches on the floats. (Please note: Dress warm and bring rubber gloves!). OR visit the float barn to view the floats being completed.  Then experience the Festival of Lights in Riverside. Dinner is included. Return to the LaQuinta for the evening.  (D)

 Day Three:    A grab and go breakfast is included this morning. Depart early for the Tournament of Roses Parade. Reserved seats are included. Optional activities TBA will be available this afternoon. Tailgate party dinner is included this evening. (BB, D)

Day Four:  Breakfast is included this morning at the hotel. Return to the Valley.  (B)

December 31, 2021– January 2, 2022

Price:  $695 pp/double   

              $875 pp/single 

Day One:   Depart the Valley and travel to Southern California. Lunch is on your own enroute. Stop at the Mission Inn in Riverside, which is fabulously decorated for the holidays. Continue to Diamond Bar and check into the Holiday Inn. An East Coast New Years Eve Dinner and Toast (at 9pm which is midnight on the East Coast) is included.    (D)

Day Two:   A box breakfast is included this morning. Depart early for the Tournament of Roses Parade. Reserved seats are included. Lunch is on your own at Universal City Walk followed by a visit to Hollywood. A casual dinner is included this evening.  (BB, D)

 Day Three:   Breakfast is included this morning at the hotel. See the floats up close and personal this morning at Victory Park. Then return home.  (B)

Dev 31, 2021 - January 9, 2022

Price:    $1595 pp/double inside

                $1825 pp/double balcony  

Day One:   Depart the Valley and travel to Southern California. Lunch is on your own enroute. Stop at the Mission Inn in Riverside, which is fabulously decorated for the holidays. Continue to Diamond Bar and check into the Holiday Inn. An East Coast New Years Eve Dinner and Toast (at 9pm which is midnight on the East Coast) is included.    (D)

Day Two:     A box breakfast is included this morning. Depart early for the Tournament of Roses Parade. Reserved seats are included. Lunch is on your own at Universal City Walk followed by a visit to Hollywood. A casual dinner is included this evening.  (BB, D)

Day Three:  Breakfast is included this morning at the hotel.  First stop will be Victory Park to see the floats up-close-and-personal.  Then transfer to the cruise dock and set sail on the Norwegian Bliss.   (BB, D)

 Day Four:  Fun Day at Sea.  

 Day Five:  Visit the port of Cabo San Lucas from 10:30am - 7pm.  

 Day Six:    Visit the port of Puerta Vallarta from 12pm - 8pm.   

 Day Seven:  Visit the port of Mazatlan from 7am - 2pm.

 Day Eight:  Fun day at sea.   

 Day Nine :  Visit the port of Ensenada from 12pm - 7pm.   

 Day Ten :  Disembark the Bliss and return to Phoenix.