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This holiday getaway will
treat you to some of California's most popular spots and
annual events, and features a most enjoyable New Year's
Eve celebration. During your 4-night stay in Long Beach,
you'll enjoy sightseeing tours and free time to explore
on your own. Highlights include a fun-filled day in
Pasadena, home of the famous Tournament of Roses Parade.
You'll begin by watching the decorating committee
putting their final touches on their beautiful floats
and then attend Bandfest, featuring prize-winning bands
that will be performing in the parade. You'll enjoy a
performance of the "Glory of Christmas" at the Crystal
Cathedral and ring in the new year with an exciting
evening of entertainment by stars from the Lawrence Welk
Show. On New Year's day, you'll return to Pasadena and
enjoy reserved seating for the Tournament of Roses
Parade, a grand tradition since 1890.
- Experience "Bandfest,"
featuring the prize-winning bands of the Rose Parade
performing the field shows that made them famous.
- Experience the magic of the Rose Parade
floats before they go on parade. You'll see some magnificent floral floats
in their final stages of preparation.
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1: Long Beach, California - Tour Begins
Ring in the New Year in style with Collette's ever-popular tour
featuring the Tournament of Roses Parade.
Day 2: Float Viewing
This morning you travel to Pasadena for a day combining the
excitement of the season with fun-filled activities surrounding
the Tournament of Roses. You'll have an opportunity to view the
wonderful floats as the decorating committee is putting on their
final touches. Next, attend Bandfest, featuring prize-winning
bands, giving you a chance to see these talented musicians,
dancers and auxiliary performers in action and up close. Later,
enjoy free time to explore the Fanfest Expo Village where you
can interact with Tournament of Roses participants one-on-one.
Your evening includes tickets to the amazing "Glory of Christmas
Show" at the Crystal Cathedral. (B, D)
Day 3: Day at Leisure - New Year's Eve Party
The day is yours to explore the area independently or you may
choose to purchase one of the many options that will be offered.
After an exciting day, get ready for tonight's New Year's Eve
Gala Dinner Dance, with live entertainment and a champagne toast
to the New Year. (B, D)
Day 4: Pasadena
Happy New Year! Welcome to the Pasadena Tournament of Roses
Parade, a grand tradition each New Year's Day since 1890. When
the parade debuted, 2,000 citizens were on hand to witness
history in the making. Today, more than 1 million spectators
line the parade route. As Collette's guest, you will join them
with reserved seating for prime viewing. After the parade,
return to Long Beach for an afternoon of leisure. Tonight, enjoy
another evening of spectacular live entertainment carefully
orchestrated just for you. (B, D)
Day 5: Long Beach - Tour Ends
Depart California with many memories of your incredible New
Year's getaway.
Add a pre or post night stay to your tour. Call us for
further information.
Base Rates Per Person
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Departure Date |
Double Rate |
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December
29,
2005 |
$1099 |
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*Tour
prices are based on double occupancy and are subject to
change. Please call for triple or child
occupancy rates. Additional tour dates
may be available, please call us for information.
5 days, 6 meals
3 Breakfasts, 3 Dinners
Day 1 - 4 - Westin Hotel, Long Beach, CA or
Sheraton, Cerritos, CA
On some dates alternate hotels may be used.
NOTES:
- Due to our scheduling, flights
on the first day should arrive no later than 4:00 PM.
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