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Nights of Lights festival turns the city of St. Augustine into a dazzling holiday display! Selected by National Geographic as one of the ten
BEST HOLIDAY LIGHTING DISPLAYS IN THE WORLD!

DAY ONE

• As we travel to St. Augustine, we will make appropriate stops along the way including a lunch stop (OYO).

• Upon arrival in St Augustine, we will visit The Castillo de San Marcos, the oldest masonry fort in the continental United States. A large Spanish stone fortress built to protect and defend Spain's claims in the New World. It is a National Monument, more than 327 years old, and is the oldest structure in St. Augustine. Experience a little piece of history at the Castillo de San Marcos. Reenactors in period dress, and living historians, perform weapons demonstrations and fire the cannons at the Castillo.
See what it was like for the Spanish colonial settlers who used to live there. Under times of siege or other emergencies, all people in the settlement were ordered inside the fort for protection, and the cannons were aimed and fired if needed. This will be a self-guided tour, park rangers and living historians give you a detailed history of the fort and its previous residents. Look for the marks and drawings that British and Spanish soldiers left on the soft coquina walls.

• We will check in to Hampton Inn St. Augustine Hotel - Hilton

• Dinner this evening will be at Hurricane Patty’s (Included)

• Narrated Trolley Tour of The Lights of St Augustine. Get into the holiday spirit on a trolley tour of St. Augustine’s annual Nights of Lights Festival. Hop on the trolley, sit back, and enjoy the dazzling illuminated views, from more than 3 million lights, along the city’s Historic District. Dinner on own St. George Street after our Narrated Trolley Tour of The Lights of St Augustine.

DAY TWO

• Enjoy a hot breakfast at our hotel then spend the remainder of your day aboard the Trolley Tour at your own pace with on/off privileges. Visit the world-famous spring that Ponce de Leon deemed the Fountain of Youth. Explore the site of the first Mass in America at the Mission of Nombre de Dios. Experience early St. Augustine as you tour old St. Augustine Village, featuring houses from the 18th and 19th centuries.

• Old Town Trolley Tours makes stops at the Old Jail, St. Augustine History Museum, (Free admission with Trolley ticket), Potter’s Wax Museum, the Spanish Military Hospital. Visit the San Sebastian Winery; Explore Flagler College, built by Henry Morrison Flagler, and industrialist, railroad pioneer and oil magnate, who originally used the building as a hotel then known as Ponce de Leon hotel.

• Explore over 500 years of history and over 100 points of interest. You will receive a detailed map of the trolley route and the attractions found at each stop. The St. Augustine Pirate & Treasure Museum offers an exciting and educational museum that features over 800 authentic artifacts celebrating the history of piracy, both factual and fictional, from the 1600’s through present day

• The 21 stops make it convenient for guests to disembark for shopping, dining, visiting attractions and exploring the historic city on their own. End your Trolly Tour at St. George Street with many restaurants and unique shops for some shopping and a bite to eat before heading for home.

Double - $315pp Single $395pp
Sign up deadline – Nov 1, 2025.
MUST HAVE 35 PEOPLE FOR TRIP TO GO
NON-REFUNDABLE (UNLESS CANCELED BY TRAVEL CLUB)

Come join the American Quilters Society (AQS) at the Ocean Center Convention Center in Daytona Beach, Florida for two days filled with stunning quilts! Participate in exciting quilt classes, attend engaging lectures, and browse through a variety of fabrics, notions, and more in the Vendor Mall.   

DAY ONE

·    We will start our journey to Daytona for our exciting two days of Quilts, Quilts and more Quilts, we will have rest breaks, and a late breakfast (OYO) stop along the way.

·      After breakfast we will travel to the Ocean Center Convention Center for one of the largest Quilting Shows in the state of Florida.  Concession stands available.

·      After checking into the Fairfield Inn & Suites by Marriott Daytona Beach, we will enjoy a Dinner Buffet at “BJ’s Restaurant and Brewhouse” in Daytona Beach.

DAY TWO

·   After a hot breakfast buffet at our hotel, we will return to the Ocean Center Convention Center for a full day of exploring the Quilting Show with Workshops, Lectures and Special Events.

The schedule will be provided later.

Lunch on your own.

After a full day at the Quilting Show, we will start our journey home. With appropriate stops.

Includes 1 Nights’ Lodging, 2 Meals – 1 Breakfast, 1 Dinner. Driver Gratuity.                

NON-REFUNDABLE (UNLESS CANCELED BY TRAVEL CLUB)

                                                                                                                               

4 Days/3 Nights 

Day One – Savannah

Day Two – Savannah

• After breakfast at the hotel, enjoy a 50-minute tour of Savannah’s Historic Area on a Horse Drawn Carriage. Step back in time with our Public History Tour and explore the rich tapestry of Savannah, Georgia, from its colonial founding to its current standing as “The Most Beautiful City in North America.” Stroll along lovely tree-lined streets and admire restored homes and buildings, some dating back to the 1700s. Immerse yourself in the history and charm of Savannah. Our knowledgeable guides are eager to share fascinating stories and insights, making each tour a unique and educational adventure.

• Return to Hotel
• Time this evening to explore River Street & Dinner on your own.

Day Three – Macon GA

• Following breakfast this morning, we will have a tour of the First Girl Scout Headquarters & the Andrew Low House Museum. The Girl Scout Headquarters formerly the carriage house for Juliette Gordon Low’s adult home, which is currently called the Andrew Low House, was willed to the Girl Scouts of Savannah, GA, Inc. upon her death in 1927. The building has served Girl Scouts longer than any other building in the nation. Girl Scout First Headquarters was declared Savannah’s first National Historic Landmark. The Andrew Low House is a masterclass in 19^th-century architecture and grace. Built by Scottish immigrant and wealthy cotton merchant Andrew Low for his wife Mary Cowper Stiles Low and their six children, this stately mansion is more than just a historic site: it’s a beautifully preserved window into Savannah’s past.

• Depart for Macon, Georgia, nestled in the heart of the state, it is a city rich in history and Southern charm. Renowned for its antebellum architecture, Macon is a treasure trove of historic sites.
• Lunch at Ole Times Buffet. For all your southern food cravings, Ole Times Country Buffet is the place to go! Offering a wide variety of delicious, homemade dishes that are sure to satisfy everyone. From seafood to BBQ, our buffet has it all.

• We will continue to the Macon Cherry Blossom Festival, an annual celebration that transforms the city into a vibrant pink paradise, showcasing over 350,000 Yoshino cherry trees in full bloom. Experience a variety of engaging activities, such as live musical performances, art exhibitions, cultural showcases. Indulge in a variety of delectable treats and refreshing drinks offered by local vendors, adding flavor to your festival experience. Don’t miss out on the cherry-inspired delicacies!

• Check into the Tru by Hilton Macon North - for a one-night stay.

Day Four

• After breakfast at the hotel, we will start our journey back home!

• A stop on the way at The Museum of Aviation. The museum is situated on 51 acres next to Robins Air Force Base in Warner Robins, Georgia. The facility includes four climate-controlled exhibit buildings which house some of the 85 historic U.S. Air Force aircraft, missiles, cockpits and award-winning exhibits. 

• After our tour, we will continue our journey home with appropriate stops on the way.

Includes 3 Nights Lodging, 6 Meals – 3 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 1 Dinner.

Double - $925.00pp   Single $1265.00pp

$400 per person deposit due with reservation DBL (Non-Refundable)

$500 per person deposit due with reservation SGL (Non-Refundable)

 Final Payment due February 13, 2026

Sign up deadline – February 13, 2026

MUST HAVE 35 PEOPLE FOR TRIP TO GO

To Purchase Trip insurance call

AAA – 813 633-4880 or Travel Insured – 800 243-3174