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Be part of what’s happening! Let us do the driving as we head off for adventures throughout Southern California and the Western United States. Want to see a Broadway Show in LA? Haven't been to a baseball game in a while? Hate dealing with the hassles of driving through Southern California? Just want to get out of the house for the day?

Well then hop on an Airbus and let our Daytrips & Adventures take you away! 

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The Great Melodrama & Dinner at McLintock's 

 Jun 23 (Sun)  $96

There are many stories of how the West was won with legendary characters, brave battles and forgotten heroes. Come along with us as we take a look at how the West might have... uh, could have... well, maybe even should have been won...but probably wasn’t. Guns will be blazin’ and laughs will be snortin’ as you come hear our tales...maybe slightly tall tales... of the West. Dinner at McLlintock's before the show!

Depart Gol 2:00 pm / SB 2:20 pm / Carp 2:40 pm

 

Dodgers VS Giants

 Jun 25 (Tue)  $66

The World Champs come to town to challenge the Dodgers! The first 40,000 fans get a Beach Towel!

Depart Gol 3:00 pm / SB 3:20 pm / Carp 3:40 pm

 

Dodgers VS Phillies

 Jun 30 (Sun)  $66

The Dodger the Phillies in this late June matchup. Bring your kids! The first 15,000 kids under 15 will receive a performance T-shirt!

Game time not yet announced!

 

 

 

Josh Groban (Hollywood Bowl)

 July 4 (Thur)  $114

Celebrate the 4th of July at the Bowl's annual party. This year's spectacular includes Josh Groban, patriotic music and thrilling fireworks. Groban has become a musical phenomenon, selling millions of albums worldwide & making scores of televised appearances, most notably his 2003 PBS Great Performances, which itself became a no.1 selling DVD & best-selling long form music video in 2002. We have excellent seats! These are not the standard concrete “bench” seats, but the coveted chairs located in the center section of the Bowl. These offer the best view and most comfort of any seats at the Bowl. Bring your own picnic or purchase items there. 

Depart Gol 3:00 pm / SB 3:20 pm / Carp 3:40 pm

 

Hollywood Park

 July 11 (Thur)  $72

Spend a day playing the ponies at Hollywood Park! Thursday is 'Senior Day'. A great buffet lunch is included along with Clubhouse admission, daily racing form and the services of a professional handicapper to help pick a winner.

Depart Gol 9:00 am / SB 9:20 am / Carp 9:40 am

 

 

Getty Center / LACMA

 July 14 (Sun)  $55

Visit one of these two world-class museums. This is an either/or trip; You may only one of these venues. We will stop at the Getty first and then continue to on to LACMA. Admission to LACMA is on your own. For more information about either location, please visit their websites: Getty or LACMA (Links open in new window)

Depart Gol 9:00 am / SB 9:20 am / Carp 9:40 am

 

Dodgers VS Rockies

 July 14 (Sun)  $66

The Dodgers face division opponent Colorado in this mid-summer showdown! The Rockies will be looking to bounce back after finishing last in the Division last year. Kids will have a chance to run the bases after the game!

Depart Gol 9:00 am / SB 9:20 am / Carp 9:40 am

 

 

Sister Act (Pantages)

 July 21 (Sun)  $129

 

Sister act is Broadway’s feel-amazing musical comedy smash! The New York post calls it "ridiculously fun", and audiences are jumping to their feet in total agreement! Sister Act features original music by 8-time Oscar winner Alan Menken, who has also done music for The Beauty and the Beast, the Little Mermaid and Little Shop of Horrors. A sparkling tribute to the universal power of friendship, Sister Act is a reason to rejoice. Lunch is on your own either at the Hollywood & Highland Center or at any of the many restaurants on Hollywood Blvd near the theatre.

 

Depart Gol 8:00 am / SB 8:20 am / Carp 8:40 am

 

Ronald Reagan Presidential Library

July 24 (Wed)  $89

 

Explore the life and times of Ronald and Nancy Reagan at the Ronald Reagan Presidential library. Our docent led tour will take you from the replica of the oval office to the grandeur of Air Force One and to President Reagan’s final resting place. After our tour, you will be treated to a buffet lunch in the Air Force One pavilion. After lunch, you will have time to spend on your own. 

 

Depart Gol 7:30 am / SB 7:50 am / Carp 8:10 am

 

 

Dodgers VS Reds

 July 28 (Sun)  $66

Enjoy a day all the Ballpark! The Reds come to challenge the Dodgers. Bring the Kids! First 15,000 kids receive free Sunglasses!

Depart Gol 9:00 am / SB 9:20 am / Carp 9:40 am

 

 

Wine, Dine, and shopping on the coast!

 July 30 (Tue)  $79

Board the Airbus for a great day up the coast! First, we stop at the hilltop tasting room of Laetitia Winery, tasting 5 flights of their Estate wines. Afterward, we stop at the Apple Farm Restaurant for an included lunch. On the way home, we stop in Downtown San Luis Obispo for a chance at a little shopping and historic sightseeing.

Depart Gol 9:30am/Buellton 10:00am

 

 

 

Dodgers VS Yankees

 July 31 (Tue)  $103

Premium Game - Note the special price. 

Depart Gol 3:00 pm / SB 3:20 pm / Carp 3:40 pm

 

 

Pageant of the Masters

 Aug 7 (Wed)  $121

 

One of our most popular trips! We head down to witness the "living art". We'll spend the afternoon at the sawdust festival before heading over to the show. Lunch is on your own at the festival! Trip includes pageant ticket, festival ticket & round-trip airbus transportation. Trip gets back late, so plan accordingly.

 

Depart Gol 11:00 am / SB 11:20 am / Carp 11:40 am

 

Lake Arrowhead "The Alps of Southern California"

 Aug 11-13 (Sun-Tue)  $425 Single/$310 Double

Join us for a trip to this stunningly beautiful, cozy and quaint mountain resort paradise that has lured people to these mountains for centuries. Our trip includes hotel accommodations for two nights at the beautiful Lake Arrowhead Resort & Spa, arrival dinner at Woody's Boathouse, right on the lake, a paddlewheel lake tour and a departing breakfast at the Belgian Waffe Works, round trip transportation and baggage handling. Enjoy your free time exploring the area and the great shops at Lake Arrowhead Village!

 

 

Dodgers VS Mets

 Aug 13 (Tue)  $66

Enjoy a day all the Ballpark! The Mets come to challenge the Dodgers. Free ballcap to first 40,000 fans!

Depart Gol 3:00 pm / SB 3:20 pm / Carp 3:40 pm

 

 

Griffith Observatory

 August 18 (Sun) $55

Spend a leisurely Sunday afternoon at the world-renowned Griffith Observatory in Griffith Park, overlooking Los Angeles. Several shows are available in the Samuel Oschin Planetarium ($7 fee not included). Before our visit to the observatory, we make an on-your-own meal stop at Universal City Walk at Universal Studios!  You can purchase show tickets at the Observatory the day of.

 

 

 

Endeavour Space shuttle

 August 21 (Wed) $69.00

Now is your chance to tour this iconic space craft. The Endeavour completed 25 missions, spent 299 days in orbit and orbitted the earth 4,671 times while traveling 122,883,151 miles. The exhibit also includes artifacts from the ship and an IMAX presentation. We stop at the Farmer's Market for an on-your-own lunch.

 

 

Dodgers VS Red Sox

 Aug 25  (Sat)  $103

Enjoy a day all the Ballpark! The Red Sox come will take on the Dodgers.

Depart Gol 9:00 am / SB 9:20 am / Carp 9:40 am

 

 

Dodgers VS Cubs

 Aug 27 (Tue)  $66

Enjoy a day all the Ballpark! The cUBS come will take on the Dodgers. Premium Game - Note the special price. Rick Monday "Flag Saving" bobble head for first 50,000 fans

Depart Gol 3:00 pm / SB 3:20 pm / Carp 3:40 pm

 

Dodgers VS Padres

 Sept 1 (Sun)  $66

The Dodgers go against neighbouring San Diego Padres.

Depart Gol 9:00 am / SB 9:20 am / Carp 9:40 am

 

 

Cathedral of Our Lady of Angels

 Sept 4 (Wed)  $59

On our trip to Los Angeles, we will first stop at the Farmer's Market for an on-your-own lunch. When we arrive at the Cathedral, we start with a half-hour organ concert. After, we will have a 1-1/2 hour Docent lead tour of the art, history and architecture of the Cathedral and grounds, to include the great bronze doors, Tabernacle, 27,000 square feet of windows, including beautiful stained glass windows, devotional chapels and so much more!

Depart  Gol 8:00am/ SB 8:20am / 8:40 Carp

 

Dodgers VS Giants

 Sept 12 (Thur)  $66

Enjoy a day all the Ballpark! The Giants come to challenge the Dodgers. Magic Johnson bubblehead! First 50,000 fans

Depart Gol 3:00 pm / SB 3:20 pm / Carp 3:40 pm

 

 

Raiders VS Jaguars

 Sept 15 (Sun)  $160

ARE YOU READY FOR SOME FOOTBALL?!!

Serge will again be putting together a bus to go to the Raiders first home game. See the new Raiders lineup battle the Jacksonville Jaguars. DONT MISS OUT! This trip sells out every year. Trip includes a ticket to the game (300 Section), Santa Maria Style BBQ, Beer, Liquor and music DJ'd by DJ Vega! It leaves bright and early from Goleta, Buellton and Santa Maria to arrive at the stadium before the game for a rockin tailgate party. BOOK EARLY, this trip sells out far in advance. **Must be 21 years of age or be with parent/gaurdian/chaperone to go on this trip.** Call for pickup times & locations. 805.964.7759.

 

 

3 Nights in Las Vegas

 Sept 15 (Sun)  $388 (single)

Viva Las Vegas! Join us for this unique Las Vegas "of the past" experience. On our way to Las Vegas, we will stop in Barstow for an on your own lunch. We arrive at the Four Queens hotel, on famous Fremont Street!  After getting settled in, we have a group dinner (included). The next day you will be on your own to explore or we have an optional Hoover Dam trip (+$52). Next day, we will tour The Neon Museum, neon being the most iconic art form, then an on your own lunch at the "Mob Bar".  After lunch we tour The Mob Museum, ironically housed in the former Federal Courthouse!

Depart Gol 9:00am / SB 9:20am / Carp 9:40am

 

 

Dodgers VS Giants

 Sept 15 (Sun)  $66

Giants are back after last weeks game and ready to take on the Dodgers once again. Kids will have a chance to run the bases after the game!

Depart Gol TBD / SB TBD / Carp TBD

 

 

USS Iowa

 Sept 25 (Wed)  $79

 

Join us again to experience a mighty piece of history as we go to San Pedro to tour the Uss Iowa. The Uss Iowa served major roles in 3 wars and is the last lead ship of any battleship class. It was also the only ship of her class to tour the Atlantic ocean during WWII. We'll arrive at 10am for a tour with a lunch to follow on the ship! (Included). **there are some narrow spaces and stairs-no wheelchairs or walkers on this tour. Sorry!!

 

Depart Gol 7:00 am / SB 7:20 am / Carp 7:40 am

 

Dodgers VS Rockies

 Sept 29 (Sun)  $66

The Dodgers face division opponent Colorado in this showdown! Kids will have a chance to run the bases after the game & it will also be fan appreciation day.

Depart Gol 9:00 am / SB 9:20 am / Carp 9:40 am

 

 

Anything Goes (Segerstrom)

 Sept 29 (Sun)  $134

ALL ABOARD for Roundabout Theatre Company’s saucy and splendid production of ANYTHING GOES, winner of three 2011 Tony Awards including Best Musical Revival and Choreography! Peppering this Cole Porter first-class comedy are some of musical theater’s most memorable standards, including “I Get a Kick out of You,” “You’re the Top,” and of course, “Anything Goes.” Don’t miss what the AP exclaims as, “So DELIGHTFUL, So DELICIOUS, So DE-LOVELY!”

Depart Gol 8:00 am / SB 8:20 am / Carp 8:40 am

 

 

Nethercutt / Petersen Collections

 Oct 3 (Thur)  $59

The Nethercutt Collection features rare collectibles ranging from mechanical musical instruments and antique furniture to the true heart of the collection: over 250 American and European automobiles dating from 1898 to 1997. The Petersen Museum showcases about 150 vehicles in their 300,000 square foot, 4-story facility. We will stop for an on your own lunch at the Farmers Market after the Nethercutt, before going to thte Petersen Museum.

Depart Gol 7:30 am / SB 7:50 am / Carp 8:10 am

 

Cinematic History at Melody Ranch

 Oct 6 (Sun)  $129

Do you love Hollywood history and want to see where it was created? Then join us for a memorable tour of Melody Ranch, once owned by Gene Autry. With over 80 years of history and the B-Western capital of the world, come see where hundreds of movies and TV shows have been and continue to be filmed! After our amazing tour, we will have an included lunch at Marie Callender's.

Depart Gol 7:30 am / SB 7:50 am / Carp 8:10 am

 

Rancho Los Alamitos Gardens

 Oct 17 (Thu)  $73

The story of Rancho Los Alamitos reflects almost every era of historic Southern California, beginning around 500 A.D. Surrounded by modern development, the old Ranch House, Gardens and Barn stand as vibrant reminders of a rich historical legacy. We will tour the Ranch, have an included lunch and then have a Docent lead tour of the Gardens.

Depart Gol 7:30 am / SB 7:50 am / Carp 8:10 am

 

Yosemite in the Fall

 Oct 21-23 (Mon-Wed)  $498 single/$388 double

Join us for 2 nights/3 days in Yosemite. Trip includes hotel for 2 nights, lunch at the Ahwahnee Hotel, valley floor tram tour, Sugar Pine Train and on the way home, lunch at Hometown Buffet.

Depart SB 8:20 am / Gol 8:40 am

 

Coast Starlight to Paso Robles

 Oct 31 (Thur)  $106

Once again, we board the Coast Starlight as we make our way to Paso Robles, passing miles of beautiful coastline. In Paso, we will board the bus and head over to AJ Spurs Sallon & Dining Hall for an included dinner. Price includes train ticket and dinner.

Depart Gol 12:00/Amtrak Station 12:20

 

 

 

Holiday Shopping! IKEA and Camarillo Outlets

 Nov 3 (Sun)  $55

IKEA - is an acronym for Ingvar Kamprad (founder), Elmtaryd (farm he grew up on) and Agunnaryd (his home town). Enjoy holiday shopping at IKEA Burbank. After shopping, have an on your own lunch in the IKEA Restaurant, known for their delicious yet affordable food. After lunch, we head to the Camarillo Outlets to complete our shopping spree!

Depart Gol 7:30am/SB 7:50am/Carp 8:10am

 

 

Sequoia and Wonder Valley

 Nov 12-15 (Tue - Fri)  $668 single/$547 Double

Located in the foothills of the Southern Sierra Nevada is the Wonder Valley Ranch Resort. Home to 75 of the most beautiful acres in the Sierra Nevada foothills, Wonder Valley is quite possibly the most versatile and awe-inspriing property on the West Coast. This will be our home for 3 nights as we venture into Sequoia-Kings Canyon. Trip includes 3 nights accommodations, baggage handling, 8 meals, all activities on the ranch, tours, escort and round trip transportation.

Depart Gol 10:00am/Buellton 10:30am

 

 

The Lion King

 Nov 24 (Sun)  $139

The world's #1 musical returns to the Pantages! Experience the phenomenon of Disney's 'The Lion King'. Marvel at the breathtaking spectacle of animals and the unforgettable songs 'Can you feel the Love Tonight?', 'Circle of Life' and more. We have great mezzanine seats. We will stop at Farmer's Market before the show for an on-your-own lunch.

 

Depart Gol 8:30am/SB 8:50am/Carp 9:10am

 

 

Hearst Castle at Christmas

 Dec 12 (Tue)  $109

Come see how the wealthy decorate their castles. We have a docent tour with guides in period costume to provide the true experience of Christmas at the Castle. A dinner of roasted chicken or Santa Maria-style Tri-Tip w/ranch style beans, mixed green baby lettuce, garlic gread, corn on the cob & dessert. Dinner is Buffet style. We will stop in Morro Bay on the way up for a little shopping/snack on the Embarcadero. Dinner is at the Castle Visitor Center.

Depart Gol 11:00am/Buellton 11:30am

 

Rose Parade 2014

 Jan 1 (Wed)  $175

Don't miss your chance to see this iconic parade! We have Grandstand seats at 318 Colorado Blvd., with bus parking a few feet away from our seats. After the parade we will make a lunch stop. Price includes: Grandstand seats, parade program, breakfast, escort & transportation. Book early! The theme for 2014 is "Dreams come true!:

Depart Gol 3:30am/SB 3:50am/Carp 4:10am/4:40am Camarillo