Spring Travel Class USA 250 Stars, Stripes And a Slice of Americana
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Spring Travel Class USA 250
Stars, Stripes And a Slice of Americana
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Route 66 is the 2,400-mile “Mother Road,” which celebrates its 100th anniversary this year, is one of America’s first highways, running from Illinois through Missouri, Kansas, Oklahoma, Texas, New Mexico and Arizona before ending in California.
This year also marks the 250th anniversary of the signing of the U.S. Declaration of Independence. This crossover of centennial and semi-quincentennial uniquely spotlights U.S. history and Americana, offering a fresh perspective on our nation.
If you’re looking to explore in your own backyard, tour operators are ready with Route 66 and 250th anniversary trips and activities.
For more information including related field trips contact Lee Rosenkranz, CTC (Certified Travel Counselor) by e-mail: floridagreeters@yahoo.com or text 321-544-3758
Here are some of the class highlights-
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Tour operator Cosmos, part of the Globus Family of Brands, will guide travelers through eight states on its 16-day Highlights of Route 66 itinerary, hitting sites such as St. Louis’ Gateway Arch, the Abraham Lincoln Presidential Library and Museum, El Malpais National Monument, Cherokee Nation Anna Mitchell Cultural & Welcome Center, Los Angeles’ Sunset Strip and more. Meanwhile, Globus’ 10-day Celebrating America: 250 Years Strong tour includes historic spots such as Boston’s Freedom Trail, the U.S. Capitol, Independence Hall and New York’s Stock Exchange and Statue of Liberty, as well as chances to enjoy classic American staples along the way, such as the Philly cheesesteak.
AMERICAN MAGIC
The Walt Disney Company’s Disney Celebrates America initiative is already underway, featuring special programming, storytelling and experiences across its brands to commemorate America’s 250th anniversary. This summer, theme parks Disneyland Resort and Walt Disney World Resort will unveil “Soarin’ Across America,” an immersive new flight experience on the Soarin’ attractions, as well as showcase “Disney’s Celebrate America! — A Fourth of July Concert in the Sky,” a holiday weekend fireworks show at Disneyland and Magic Kingdom Park.
Florida- House of Presidents and 47 National Historic Landmarks
There are 47 National Historic Landmarks (NHLs) in Florida,[1] which are located in twenty-two of the state's sixty-seven counties. Sixteen of the NHLs in the state are significant examples of a particular architectural style, eleven have military significance, ten are archaeological sites, three were the homes of well-known American authors, and one is associated with the development of the U.S. Space Program.
HISTORY COMES ALIVE
Guests on Collette’s nine-day Celebrating America’s 250th Anniversary tour will hit historic U.S. highlights, including the Museum of the American Revolution, West Point and Arlington National Cemetery, as they trace the story of America’s founding through Boston, New York, Philadelphia and Washington, D.C.
A RIVER RUNS THROUGH IT
American Cruise Lines is kicking off 250 years of independence in epic style, offering the 52-day The Great United States Cruise, which spans 18 states on three different cruise experiences, starting with a sailing in Lewis and Clark’s footsteps in the Pacific Northwest, followed by a journey along the Mississippi River and ending with a New England cruise culminating in fireworks over Boston Harbor. The 36-day Civil War Battlefields Cruise, meanwhile, crosses 12 states, following the Mississippi and Tennessee rivers to explore significant Civil War fronts.
RIDING THE RAILS
In partnership with Amtrak Vacations, Rail bookers has launched its Stars and Stripes Collection, a series of train vacation itineraries for clients who want to experience the different facets of America’s landscapes, from Route 66 and U.S. national parks to heritage trails and coast-to-coast adventures.