LUNCHEON DATES
DATES:  2nd TUESDAY of each MONTHCost: NO HOST LUNCHEON
September 14th: Miner's Drive-In(back room) (2415 S 1st St.) Join us for tour updates, new trips, door prizes and visiting with friends and new acquaintances. Space is LIMITED, please make reservations right away! CALL 575-3949
CLUB & GROUP LEADERS
DATES:  TBACost: TBA
We have terrific opportunities to get your club or group members out and about! Your group will get discounted tours and you can earn FREE travel. Call today to find out how to get going! 575-3949
2010 TRAVEL CLUB: HALF YEAR SPECIAL
DATES:  Jan.1 - Dec. 31, 2010Cost: $10 p/p*
Take advantage of savings on nearly every trip with a Travel Club Membership, now only $10 per person for the remainder of the year.* Half-year membership let's you enjoy discounted trips, a full-color newsletter and the Holiday Reception-a Travel Club exclusive event. (*Membership will expire 12/31/10)
CANADA & NEW ENGLAND
DATES:  Aug. 28- Sept. 04Cost: All-inclusive* from $1,879 ppdo
Join us onboard the Caribbean Princess for this fall jaunt to Canada's eastern coast and New England. Our 7-night cruise departs from New York City's harbor, sailing past the Statue of Liberty, on your way to Newport, Rhode Island, Boston, Bar Harbor, St. John and Halifax. ** All- inclusive* price includes transfers from Yakima; 4-night cruise; all current taxes & fees; onboard gratuities to ship's staff; pre-printed boarding passes; Bon Voyage Party and cancellation insurance.
TULALIP CASINO
DATES:  Wed., Sept. 1Cost: $40 p/p; Club Member: $38 p/p
Choose from nearly 2,000 video slots and table games to win your jackpot! Lunch on your own at either the expansive buffet or in the full-service restaurant.
SEATTLE PREMIUM OUTLETS
DATES:  Wed., Sept. 1Cost: $40 p/p; Club Member: $38 p/p
Choose from over 100 outlet stores with great deals on fall fashions and accessories. Shop at Tommy Hilfiger, Coldwater Creek, Ralph Lauren, Calvin Klein and more! Lunch on your own.
ALASKA
DATES:  Sept. 04-11Cost: TBA
Exciting news! We have 7-night cruises, sailing round-trip from Seattle, that visit Glacier Bay National Park. We will offer 3 escorted departures and discounts on independent sailings. Ports of call include Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway and Victoria, BC. Tours include transfers from Yakima to Seattle, the 7-night cruise, all current taxes & fees, onboard gratuities to the ship's staff, pre-printed boarding passes, Bon Voyage party and cancellation insurance.
QUEEN OF SEATTLE
DATES:  Thurs., Sept. 9Cost: $118 p/p; Club Member: $115 p/p
Relive the days of the 1980's Gold Rush aboard a steam-powered paddle-wheeler 2-hour cruise! Sailing on Lake Union, we'll see houseboats, historic neighborhoods, Fisherman's Terminal and the Hiram Chittenden Locks along with spectacular views of the Space Needle, downtown Seattle and the Olympic Mountains.
CHINOOK WINDS & SPIRIT MOUNTAIN CASINOS
DATES:  Sept. 14-16Cost: $215 ppdo
Oregon's largest casinos offer you a great selection of the latest games with stakes from a penny to multi-dollar. Spend two nights in Lincoln City at the Liberty Inn right next door to the casinos for easy access.
LINCOLN CITY GETAWAY
DATES:  Sept. 14-16Cost: $215 ppdo; Club Member: $199 ppdo
Choose to relax and enjoy this beautiful Oregon coastal town, or try your luck in the state's two biggest casinos. We'll stay in Lincoln City for two nights. The beachcombers will stay at the Comfort Inn, where the beach, shops and restaurants are within walking distance. Choose a visit to the Outlet Mall or just enjoy at your leisure.
MACKINAC ISLAND & THE GREAT LAKES
DATES:  Sept. 17-24Cost: $2,829 ppdo
Experience the beautiful Mackinac Island and Great Lakes area by boat, horse-drawn carriage, and more on this exciting tour. Starting in Dearborn, visit the Henry Ford Museum - commemorating the achievements of many American inventors, and the Edsel and Eleanor Ford House. Continue to the little Bavarian town of Frankenmuth, founded by German immigrants in 1845, for Bavarian fare. Then, journey north and board a ferry to quaint Mackinac Island, where bicycles and horse-drawn carriages are the only means of transportation. Spend two nights at the world-famous Grand Hotel with its Victorian-style architecture.
SEATTLE POPS: TRIBUTE TO PAUL MCCARTNEY
DATES:  Sun., Sept. 19Cost: $110 p/p; Club Member: $105 p/p
The season kicks off with this tribute to Sir Paul McCartney. This concert features his most popular songs from his days with the Beatles, then Wings and his solo career. Hear the likes of Yesterday, Hey Jude, Let It Be, Band On The Run and many, many more.
FALL COASTAL WITH HOLLAND AMERICA
DATES:  Sept. 20-24Cost: All-inclusive* from $649 p/p double
Join us for five days and four nights aboard the Amsterdam that takes you from Seattle to Astoria, Oregon and to Victoria, BC before returning to Seattle. Our all-inclusive* rates include transfers from Yakima, four-night cruise, all taxes & fees*, onboard gratuities, cancellation insurance and Bon Voyage party with printed boarding pass & luggage tags. (*Fees, including a fuel surcharge, are subject to change by the cruise line.)
WHALE WATCHING & FALL FOLIAGE
DATES:  Sept. 30- Oct. 02Cost: $389 ppdo; Club Member: $379 ppdo
Treat yourself to a fun getaway in our own backyard! We'll go whale watching, visit the waterfront town of Coupeville on Whidbey Island, and stroll through historic Port Gamble. Plus we'll stay two nights at the Best Western in Oak Harbor. Traveling from Yakima we'll go over Snoqualmie Pass, then north to the Skagit Valley. At Mt. Vernon we'll turn west to Oak Harbor where we'll settle-in.
NORTHERN QUEST CASINO
DATES:  Tues. October 5thCost: $40p/p; Club Member $38p/p
Choose from over 2,000 slot machines, including penny slots at this casino with over 46,000 square feet of gaming space. Lunch on your own at the buffet or choose from one of their many other restaurants.
ROLOFF'S FARM: LITTLE PEOPLE, BIG WORLD
DATES:  Fri., Oct. 8Cost: $95 p/p; Club Member: $ 90 p/p
Come with us to Hillsboro, Oregon to tour the family's farm during the fall festival. Enjoy a scenic tour of the farm and a visit to their "Western Town". You'll have time to purchase a pumpkin too!
CLEARWATER RESORT
DATES:  Oct. 10-12Cost: $239 ppdo; $319 ppso
It's a gorgeous mountain resort-themed lodge, perched high above Agate Pass near Poulsbo. Enjoy sumptuous rooms, an expanded continental breakfast & a huge casino. On day two we offer a side trip into Poulsbo and Winslow for those who'd like to venture out. Or enjoy the beautiful grounds, indoor pool and spa at the resort.
PICASSO AT SEATTLE ART MUSEUM
DATES:  Sat., Oct. 16Cost: $109 p/p; Club Member: $105 p/p
This is a landmark expedition of the work of the great Pablo Picasso! More than 150 masterpieces direct from the Musee National Picasso, Paris are included. Seattle Art Museum is hosting the first stop of the U.S. tour that represents every major period of the artist's eight decades of works.
TACOMA HOLIDAY FOOD & GIFT FEST
DATES:  Sat., Oct. 23Cost: $55 p/p; Club Member: $53 p/p
One of the nation's largest holiday gift shows that features over 630 exhibits. The "Artist's Village" showcases sculptors, painters, wood carvers and more. Sample gourmet foods, watch exciting entertainment like Dance Theatre Northwest and Showstoppers plus more. This is a great place to start your holiday shopping and even pick-up a few things for yourself.
MEXICAN RIVIERA CRUISE
DATES:  Oct. 24-31Cost: from $959 ppdo
Get away to the warmth of Puerto Vallarta, Mazatlan and Cabo San Lucas on this 7-night cruise. Sailing round trip from Los Angeles aboard the Royal Caribbean's Mariner of the Seas you'll enjoy world-class entertainment, gourmet meals and sumptuous accomodations. Bask in the sun at each of these ports that feature wonderful shopping and miles of sandy beaches.
COEUR D'ALENE CASINO
DATES:  Nov. 02-04Cost: $125 ppdo; $185 ppso
There is no better value than this 3-day outing! It includes two-nights lodging, two $8.00 food vouchers, $10 in Extra-Play Cash, transportation, FREE Bingo onboard, continental breakfast and onboard refreshments. The casino boasts over 2,000 of the newest slots and video table games. You can dine at the full-service Sweetgrass Cafe, or grab a quick bite in the deli.
CLACKAMAS SHOPPING
DATES:  Sat., Nov. 6Cost: $55 p/p; Club Member: $52 p/p
The sales are on and the shopping is great without sales taxes! Don't miss the Nordstrom's Half Yearly Sale as well as the buys at JC Penney, Sears, Macy's and hundreds of specialty stores.
HOLIDAY WINE TOUR
DATES:  Wed., Nov. 10Cost: $105 p/p; Club Member: $99 p/p
We've chosen four of the best wineries in the greater Walla Walla area to visit today. The settings command gorgeous views of vineyards & farmlands and the wineries themselves are beautiful. En route to Walla Walla enjoy fruit and croissants for breakfast. Then sample the hand-crafted wines at Beresan Winery, Northstar Winery and Basel Cellars before savoring a luncheon buffet at the grand Marcus Whitman Hotel.
POINSETTIA FESTIVAL & ALDERWOOD MALL
DATES:  Tues., Nov. 16Cost: $50 p/p; Club Member: $48 p/p
It's a tradition to stroll through the vividly colored poinsettia plants at Molbak's Greenhouse in Woodinville. Pick out plants to bring home for your holiday decor, enjoy a refreshment and peruse the gift shop while here. The afternoon includes shopping at Alderwood Mall featuring Nordstrom's, Macy's, Penney's and 175 specialty shops.
THANKSGIVING AT SUNCADIA
DATES:  Thurs., Nov. 25Cost: $69 p/p; Club Member: $65 p/p
Spend this day of thanks amidst the tall pines of Suncadia Resort. Dine in the Grand Lobby with its stunning cathedral veiling and massive stone fireplace's crackling fire. Satisfy your every whim with a gourmet meal of Carved Roasted Turkey, Applewood Smoked Filet of Steelhead and Rosemary-Red Wine Rubbed Tri-Tip Roast. Complete with accompanying salads, vegetables and an array of freshly-baked desserts, you will not go away hungry!
HOLIDAY MYSTERY
DATES:  Tues., Nov. 30Cost: $80 p/p; Club Member: $75 p/p
Treat yourself to an outing that will definitely put you in the holiday mood! We've a special treat for our morning continental breakfast, then a delightful lunch at a place we've never gone to before, followed by an afternoon treat of great proportions.
VICTORIAN CHRISTMAS
DATES:  Sat., Dec. 4Cost: $59 p/p; Club Member: $57 p/p
Peer into over 530 'stores' at this, the largest, holiday bazaar in the state! Enjoy entertainment from stage shows to strolling carolers, sample traditional sweet treats and gourmet foods and select unique gifts from the artists themselves.
LEAVENWORTH CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
DATES:  Sat., Dec. 4Cost: $40 p/p; Club Member: $38 p/p
Get away on a fun day to the Bavarian Hamlet of Leavenworth for its Lighting Festival. The shops are bustling with visitors, the scents of homecooked food is wafting through the air and the spirit of the season is everywhere. Then at dusk gather in the town square for the countdown and watch, as in one magical moment, the village comes to life with thousands of lights twinkling.
HOLIDAY POPS: CIRQUE DE LA SYMPHONIE
DATES:  Sun., Dec. 5Cost: $110 p/p; Club Member: $105 p/p
This is an intriguing, nearly mesmerizing, show that artfully combines traditional holiday music with the acrobatics of Cirque performers. Enjoy the full sound that fill Benaroya Hall while being enthralled with the show.
HOLIDAYS AT THE DAVENPORT
DATES:  Dec. 6-8Cost: $379 ppdo; Club Member: $369 ppdo
The Davenport Hotel, steeped in history, is aglow in holiday lights and sensationally decorated "Trees of Elegance". Come along on our annual trek to Spokane where we'll enjoy the luxurious hotel, take a cruise on Lake Coeur d'Alene and sneak in a bit of shopping.
LEAVENWORTH CHRISTMAS LIGHTS
DATES:  Sat., Dec. 11Cost: $40 p/p; Club Member: $38 p/p
Get away on a fun day to the Bavarian Hamlet of Leavenworth for its Lighting Festival. The shops are bustling with visitors, the scents of homecooked food is wafting through the air and the spirit of the season is everywhere. Then at dusk gather in the town square for the countdown and watch, as in one magical moment, the village comes to life with thousands of lights twinkling.
TOURNAMENT OF ROSES PARADE
DATES:  Dec. 29, 2010 - Jan. 2, 2011Cost: $1,999 ppdo
Who wouldn't want to see the dazzling floats, the precise marching bands and the equine teams of the 122nd Tournament of Roses Parade? We only have 12 seats available for this tour, so reserve today! Join Durell Heath as we fly from Yakima to Los Angeles for a four-night stay in Long Beach. See the construction of the spectacular floats, enjoy a free day to explore as you wish, take in The Glory of Christmas at the Crytal Cathedral and ring in the New Year at a Gala New Year's Eve dinner and dance party with live orchestra.
BEST OF THE HAWAIIAN ISLANDS
DATES:  Jan. 14-22, 2011Cost: $3,299 ppdo
A nine day winter getaway that will warm your soul! We are spending three nights each in Honolulu and Kona plus two nights in Ka'anapali! Lavish Luau feast with entertainment; Circle Island (Hawaii) tour with lunch and visits to the Hawaii Volcanoes National Park, Hamakaua Coast, Parker Ranch; Free day to explore Kona and much more!
SAN DIEGO GETAWAY
DATES:  Feb. 18-22, 2011Cost: $1,299 ppdo; $1,549 ppso
Leave the winter weather behind and head south with us to San Diego for a fun getaway. We're flying round-trip from Yakima to settle-in at the Hacienda Hotel in Old Town. Just steps from galleries, restaurants & boutiques, this hotel is in the heart of where San Diego began 200 years ago.
PANAMA CANAL CRUISE
DATES:  Feb. 22- Mar. 4, 2011Cost: from $3,270 ppdo inside cabin
Sail through the historic Panama Canal on this full-transit cruise between Ft. Lauderdale and Acapulco. The Coral Princess is a wonderful ship with luxurious amenities to pamper you for the 10-night sailing. You'll visit the ports of Ocho Rios, Jamaica; Puntarenas, Costa Rica; San Juan del Sur, Nicaragua and Huatulco, Mexico. Plus, enjoy a full-day transitting the canal and see as the expansion construction goes on.
TULIP TIME IN HOLLAND & BELGIUM
DATES:  April 8-16, 2011Cost: TBA
Discover picturesque Holland and Belgium in the spring on this marvelous river cruise vacation! Sailing from Amsterdam to Dordrecht, Antwerp (Belgium) and Ghent, then on to Middelburg, Volendam and Rotterdam before return to Amsterdam. Each port gives you an opportunity to experience the local culture, walk the cobblestones that have been tread upon for centuries and be awed by the architecture. Your local, English-speaking, tour guide explains the history, lifestyles and customs of the area.
CROSS-CANADA RAIL EXCURSION
DATES:  May 17-28, 2011Cost: $3,399 ppdo
An exciting adventure that takes you from Toronto across the plains of eastern Canada, through the Rockies and into the comsmopolitan city of Vancouver. visit the misty Niagra Falls before boarding Via Rail. Next you'll visit Edmonton, Jasper and the Columbia Icefields where you'll ride the Snow-Coach. Then spend 2-nights in Banff before continuing by motorcoach through Yoho National Park and Kamloops.
HOLLAND AMERICA LINE ALASKA CRUISETOUR
DATES:  May 28- Jun 10, 2011Cost: TBA
WE are excited to offer this 14-day cruisetour that sails from Vancouver, BC to Juneau & Skagway, Alaska including sailing through Tracy Arm Fjord to view the Sawyer Glaciers. Then embark on a 10-day land vacation that travels through the Yukon Territory to Lake Bennett, Whitehorse, Dawson City, Tok and Eagle before arriving in Fairbanks. Continuing to Denali National Park aboard the McKinley Explorer Railroad we'll explore the park on a Tundra Wildlife tour. Our adventure ends with a one-night stay in Anchorage before returning home.
CRUISETOUR TO SCANDINAVIA AND RUSSIA
DATES:  July 14-29, 2011Cost: TBA
A once-in-a-lifetime chance to visit Scandinavian and Eastern European ports! We'll arrive in Copenhagen, Denmark for a pre-cruise land tour, then embark on an 11-night cruise aboard the magnificent Emerald Princess. We'll visit Oslo, Norway and Aarhus, Denmark along with Berlin, Germany and Tallinn, Estonia. Sailing on to St. Petersburg, Russia where we'll overnight on the ship to allow plenty of time for exploring this storied city.