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Hosted By: Brad Anderson
10/11 Meteorologist
KOLN/KGIN TV
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Experience the sweet southeast coast on a leisurely tour of defining cities and attractions in South Carolina and Georgia. Explore the beautiful grounds of a historic plantation and discover quintessential Southern charm in downtown Charleston on a guided carriage ride. Learn about the Civil War when we cruise to Fort Sumter and enrich your knowledge with museum visits. Discover Savannah, enjoying its rich history and lovely waterfront including a riverboat luncheon cruise as we dine on classic Southern coastal cuisine. Indulge your sweet tooth and learn how to make homemade Southern pralines at Chef Darin’s Kitchen Table. Conclude in the bustling city of Atlanta with visits to the Georgia Aquarium and more. Then, enjoy leisure time before we part ways with a signature Holiday Vacations farewell gathering.
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October 14th, 2023 - October 21st, 2023
Occupancy
Price Per Person
Double
$3899
Single
$4799
Final Payment Date: 08/15/2023
Day 1 : Sweet South Carolina
Travel to Columbia, South Carolina where we stay for the night.
Day 2 : Charleston
After breakfast, we depart for Charleston. Begin the day with an exploration of the Magnolia Plantation and Gardens. Witness beautiful gardens and grounds before touring the Drayton family’s historic mansion, providing a glimpse into the history of the 19th-century plantation. Enjoy a Holiday Vacations Welcome Lunch with new friends. Then, embark on a guided carriage ride throughout historic downtown Charleston. Ride through dozens of blocks in the center of the “Holy City,” viewing lovely gardens, quaint houses, mansions, parks, and churches. We stay in Charleston for two nights.
Day 3 : Fort Sumter
We start today with a cruise into Fort Sumter, learning about events leading up to the Civil War. Upon arrival, we join a National Park Service Ranger who provides details about this significant site and its important role in the war. This afternoon brings us to the Charleston Museum where we view exhibits such as Becoming Americans: Charleston in the Revolution, The Armory: Revolutionary and Civil War Weaponry, and City Under Siege: Charleston in the Civil War.
Day 4 : Savannah
This morning, we head to Georgia and travel into Savannah and begin the day with a city tour. Get a good snapshot of historic Savannah on our comfortable motor coach, taking in a narrated tour as we ride through the old Historic District filled with restored buildings from the 18th and 19th centuries. Enjoy picturesque waterfronts, once the location of cotton warehouses and now hotels, restaurants, and shops. A highlight will be the Cathedral of St. John the Baptist. Later we check-in to our Savannah hotel for two nights.
Day 5 : Riverboat Luncheon Cruise
Begin today at Chef Darin’s Kitchen Table. We learn the history of the regional treat of delicious pralines, and how this confection came from France to New Orleans, becoming a trend across the South. Work together with other guests to prepare a batch of fresh pralines and take home your very own homemade Southern candy that will be a great memory of Savannah. This afternoon, enjoy a riverboat luncheon cruise down the Savannah River and kick back to feast upon scrumptious Southern fare with a buffet of signature regionally-celebrated shrimp and grits, Southern fried chicken, macaroni and cheese, sweet potato soufflé, Southern greens and more. Enjoy an evening at leisure.
Day 6 : Atlanta
We pack up and head to Atlanta this morning where we visit the Atlanta History Center. With its diverse range of origins and economies, among other things, learn the way railroads helped build this fascinating city, how Atlanta played a big role in the Civil War, and why Bobby Jones is believed to be responsible for popularizing golf in the United States after becoming enamored with the traditionally Scottish sport. We check-in to our Atlanta accommodations and have the evening free for dinner and exploring the city.
Day 7 : Georgia Aquarium & World of Coca Cola
We enjoy a delicious breakfast before experiencing the biodiversity of Earth’s marine animals at one of the largest aquariums in the world. The Georgia Aquarium has seven massive galleries featuring hundreds of species including bottlenose dolphins, African penguins, hammerhead sharks, and more. Enjoy lunch on our own at the historic Ponce City Market. Then, take a self-guided tour when we visit the World of Coca-Cola, learning about the heritage, history, and bottling of the iconic beverage. Enjoy time at leisure before gathering for a Holiday Vacations Farewell Dinner to celebrate and relive our memories.
Day 8 : Arrive Home
KOLN/KGIN TV Pickup Locations:
Grand Island, NE - Quality Inn And Conference Center Grand Island
Lincoln, NE - Country Inn & Suites Lincoln North Hotel And Conference Center
Omaha, NE - Eppley Airfield
York, NE - Best Western Plus York Hotel & Conference Center
Brad Anderson is a meteorologist at 10/11 News where he has worked for more than 27 years and is part of the popular Pure Nebraska show.
Brad begins his days before most people are awake, preparing weather forecasts. “Most people are getting up and scrambling to get the kids ready for school or themselves ready for work and they might miss the forecast, but know they’ll get the chance to hear it again in 10 minutes.”
Brad is a member of the American Meteorological Society and has earned the AMS Certified Broadcast Meteorologist seal.
Brad enjoys the Beatles, science fiction movies, television shows and books. He is also a history buff. Brad values time with his wife and three boys. “We enjoy camping, gardening, watching movies as a family and taking vacations in the Rocky Mountains.”
Join Brad and 10/11 viewers on this wonderful tour!
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