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Hosted By: Steve LaNore
Chief Meteorologist
KXII TV
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Enjoy the gorgeous scenery, interesting folklore, and friendly people of Scotland & Northern Ireland. Spend three nights in Glasgow enjoying a tour of the city, explore Inveraray Castle, and cruise Loch Lomond. Tour Edinburgh including Edinburgh Castle, medieval Old Town, and the Royal Yacht Britannia. Cross the Irish Sea and spend two nights in Belfast, capital of Northern Ireland, including a city tour and visit to the award-winning Titanic Belfast Museum. Marvel at the geologic wonder of Giant’s Causeway and experience the intriguing walled city of Derry. Visit Glenveagh National Park and take a peek at Belleek Pottery for quintessential Irish craftsmanship. Tour Dublin, the capital of Ireland, and explore the city on your own or visit the National Museum of Ireland before returning home.
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September 26th, 2023 - October 6th, 2023
Occupancy
Price Per Person
Double
$5699
Single
$6799
Final Payment Date: 06/23/2023
Day 1 : Scotland Bound
We begin with an overnight flight across the pond to Scotland.
Day 2 : Glasgow
This morning we enjoy a city tour featuring the highlights of Scotland’s largest and most colorful city. Later we get to know our fellow traveling companions for a Holiday Vacations Welcome Dinner.
Day 3 : Edinburgh & The Royal Yacht Britannia
Experience Edinburgh on a guided tour featuring the history of Georgian New Town, medieval Old Town, and The Royal Yacht Britannia, the vacation home of Her Majesty The Queen and the Royal Family for more than 40 years. The Britannia has sailed over 1,000,000 miles around the world! Later we discover iconic Edinburgh Castle. Towering above the city atop a hillside, we tour this historic fortress, one of the most important military strongholds in all of Scottish history.
Day 4 : Inveraray Castle & Loch Lomond
Today we leave the bustle of Glasgow for the scenic splendor of Inveraray. We tour Inveraray Castle this morning. This seat of the Campbell Clan is a sprawling fortress that overlooks Loch Fyne and nestled among majestic gardens. After lunch at The George Hotel, we cruise the country’s most scenic waterway, Loch Lomond. Panoramic views of the Southern Highlands lay out before us as we glide along this impressive loch.
Day 5 : Ferry to Belfast
We bid goodbye to Scotland today and board an impressive Superferry for a pleasant trip to Northern Ireland. The Cairnryan Superferry offers unmatched beauty as we cross the Irish Sea to Belfast. Upon arrival, we check-in to our centrally-located hotel and have the remainder of the day at leisure to explore the city and uncover its many treasures.
Day 6 : Titanic Belfast
Northern Ireland’s largest city comes alive on a panoramic Belfast guided tour. Belfast is a city rich with history, culture, and lively Irish craic. We see the Titanic Quarter, City Hall, St. Anne’s Cathedral, Queens University and the Prince Albert Memorial Clock. In the afternoon we explore Titanic Belfast, a museum commemorating the birthplace of the world’s most famous ship. Built to resemble the doomed vessel, the museum extends over nine interactive galleries and is frequently rated as one of the top museums in the world.
Day 7 : Giant’s Causeway
We receive our first glimpse of Northern Ireland’s majestic coast this morning and discover the beauty of Giant’s Causeway. This UNESCO World Heritage Site and unique geological wonder offers unmatched landscapes and surreal views. This afternoon, we arrive in the walled-city of Derry and tour its iconic Guild Hall, discovering history on a walking tour of its city walls. We overnight in Letterkenny, a bonny market town in the north of Ireland and rated the country’s “tidiest town” in 2015.
Day 8 : Glenveagh National Park & Donegal
We continue to Glenveagh National Park to tour the picturesque castle where Hollywood stars such as Marilyn Monroe and Clark Gable have vacationed. We enjoy a scenic drive to Donegal and a dinner at our accommodations for the evening.
Day 9 : Belleek Pottery
Belleek Pottery is our first destination today. We begin in the visitor’s center and then enjoy a guided tour of the world-renowned pottery. Lunch will be in Enniskillen before visiting Kells, one of the most important Monastic sites in Ireland and home to the High Celtic Cross which dates from the 9th century. Experience Irish Night at Taylor’s Three Rock dinner show, complete with delicious food, great music, and award-winning Irish dancing. Our accommodations are in the Dublin area.
Day 10 : Dublin
Discover Dublin this morning on a guided tour. View Dublin Castle, the Spire of Dublin, the Ha’penny Bridge, and visit the National Museum of Ireland. Enjoy some free time in the afternoon.
Day 11 : Fly Home
KXII TV Pickup Locations:
Ardmore, OK - Holiday Inn Ardmore I-35
Dallas, TX - Dallas/Fort Worth International Airport
Sherman, TX - Albertsons
Steve has served as KXII’s Chief Meteorologist since 2006. He received “Best Weathercast” awards three times from the Oklahoma Association of Broadcasters (OAB) in 2006, 2008 and 2009, and more recently from the Oklahoma Associated Press Broadcasters (OAPB) in 2015, and the Texas Associated Press Broadcasters (TAPB) in 2014.
Steve is also an author; he was honored with three awards in 2013, including one from the National Federation of Press Women (NFPW) for his book “Weather Wits and Science Snickers.” The book uses silly jokes to introduce children to cool science facts. He released his second work, “Twister Tales: Unraveling Tornado Myths” for a general adult audience in 2014.
Steve’s varied interests include music, writing, travel, history, philosophy, and of course all things science!
Join Steve and KXII viewers on this spectacular vacation!
Tour days tend to be shorter in length, at a relaxed pace, and include lots of unscheduled time for leisure. Expect standing and walking for extended periods of time on flat surfaces, mostly low altitudes, and consistent temperatures.
Tour days usually move at a leisurely pace. Some days’ scheduled activities last longer than others. Expect standing and walking for long periods of time on occasionally uneven terrain. You may experience changes in altitude or temperature.
Tour days tend to be long, move at a consistent pace, and may include long travel days. Expect standing and walking for long periods of time on uneven surfaces. Some destinations may have changes in altitude and/or temperature.
Tour days tend to be long, move at a brisk pace, and may include lengthy travel days. Expect long periods of walking and standing on uneven surfaces. Scheduled activities may require physical effort or have distinct changes in altitude or temperature.
Tour days tend to be long, move at a vigorous pace, and may include lengthy travel days. Expect long periods of walking and standing on rough surfaces. Scheduled activities may require physical effort or have distinct changes in altitude or temperature.