14 DAYS • 11 MEALS

Days One and Two
Begin our journey south through Tennessee and Georgia to the Sunshine State of Florida. While en route, enjoy a welcome dinner and get to know your traveling companions. (Breakfast and dinner)

Days Three through Eleven
Arrive in delightful St. Petersburg Beach, Florida, for ten days and nine nights of sun-kissed fun. Our lodging is located in the heart of St. Pete Beach, between the Gulf of Mexico and the Intracoastal Waterway. You are within walking distance to many restaurants, attractions and shops and your lodging is right on the beach. We have set up a great combination of included things to do, optional attractions and free time. An orientation tour of the area includes a visit to the new Salvador Dali Museum, where the artist’s harmony between art and science flows throughout the museum’s design. At the Morean Arts Center, see the new permanent exhibit by iconic glass artist Dale Chihuly.

On an optional tour to Sarasota, discover St. Armand’s Key, an island shopping center removed from the bustle of the mainland, and pay a visit to Ca d’Zan Mansion, the dazzling palatial estate of John and Mable Ringling, often called “the last of the Gilded Age mansions” to be built in America. We make an included visit to Tarpon Springs, where its Greek sponge and fishing docks and fun walking area make for a perfect day. Lunch at Hellas Greek Restaurant gives us a taste of the unique Greek culture of the area. Known as Tampa’s Latin Quarter, Ybor City is an exotic blend of aromas, flavors and sounds. At the heart of this feast for the senses is the original Columbia Restaurant, the jewel in Ybor City’s culinary crown. Later, we make a stop at the Manatee Viewing Center to see these amazing gentle creatures.

Named 2009’s Top Beach in America, Fort DeSoto Park is a spectacular combination of soft white sand, calm, clear waters and a laid-back atmosphere. Enjoy a picnic lunch and explore the historic fort found here. Set sail from Madeira Beach aboard The Sea Adventure catamaran on a dolphin cruise in search of marine life. The sparkling emerald waters, fresh salt air and soft gulf breezes make for a relaxing voyage.
At the Suncoast Seabird Sanctuary see how injured birds are rescued and readied for their release back into nature. In addition there are three free days to do as you please during your extended stay such as visiting the fascinating Florida Aquarium where you’ll come face to face with interesting and incredible wonders of the deep. These are ten days you will never forget. (Breakfast, 3 lunches and 2 dinners)

Days Twelve through Fourteen
Leave Florida and travel north through the states of Georgia and Tennessee on our way home. A special farewell dinner is planned en route with an opportunity to share to warm memories with new-found friends sure to last a lifetime! (2 Breakfasts and dinner)