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01/21/2025

Good morning,

Virginia Beach/International Tattoo Trip (April 22-29)

This eight-day trip offers a mix of engaging activities and group meals, ideal for music and beach lovers. The highlight is the Virginia International Tattoo, a grand event featuring over 800 performers, including military bands, drill teams, Celtic dancers, and more. The itinerary also includes a narrated dolphin cruise, a self-guided tour of the USS Wisconsin, and a Victory Rover cruise to Naval Station Norfolk. Free time along the beachfront boardwalk is built into the schedule. You can find more information about this trip and others on our website at smithtoursllc.com or download a copy of our book at bit.ly/SmithTours2025TravelBook

Travel is by motor coach. The cost is $2,400 per person for double occupancy, with the final payment due by February 20th.

Upcoming Event

New Theatre & Restaurant Trip on March 5 to see the comedy "Rumors" starring Alley Mills. Tickets are still available.

Be on the lookout for a new trip being added. June 1-6, we will be going to Amish Country. Details will be provided soon.

For questions or bookings, please reach out.

Melinda

01/13/2025

Trip Date: April 13-19

Featured Trip of the Week: Texas/Oklahoma Southern History Adventure

Join Smith Tours on a captivating seven-day journey through the rich history and vibrant culture of Texas and Oklahoma! This week’s highlighted trip promises a perfect blend of scenic beauty, historical exploration, and unique experiences.

Highlights of the Adventure
San Antonio – A Two-Night Riverwalk Retreat
Relax and unwind along San Antonio’s stunning Riverwalk. Begin your mornings with a peaceful stroll by the water or cap off your evenings with dinner at a charming riverside restaurant. A RIO boat ride offers a delightful perspective of this iconic attraction.

Natural Bridge Wildlife Ranch Safari
Embark on a thrilling safari adventure across the Texas terrain. From the comfort of a rover ride, marvel at more than 50 exotic animal species roaming freely in their natural habitat.

Rich History and Cultural Landmarks
History enthusiasts will love visiting:

The San Jose Mission and Japanese Tea Garden
The Alamo – a symbol of courage and Texas pride
The Pacific War Museum and Nimitz Museum – discover stories of heroism and wartime history
Cultural Gems and Unique Destinations
Immerse yourself in the vibrant atmosphere of:

Mexican Market Square – perfect for shopping and local flavors
The Pearl Brewery District – a hub of dining and culture
The Busch Gallery
Waco and Magnolia Market
Traveling onward, enjoy a stop at Magnolia Market in Waco, the charming creation of Chip and Joanna Gaines, offering delightful shops and atmosphere.

Ft. Worth Stockyards and RFD-TV
Experience the historic Ft. Worth Stockyards, including a guided tour of RFD-TV, followed by free time for shopping and lunch.

Oklahoma City
The adventure concludes with a night in Oklahoma City. Highlights include:

A tour of the Oklahoma City Bombing Museum
The National Cowboy & Western Heritage Museum
End the day with a scenic boat ride and an evening in Bricktown, where numerous dining options await before you return to your comfortable accommodations at the Hampton Inn.
Don’t miss this action-packed journey filled with history, culture, and unforgettable moments. Reserve your spot today and experience the best of the Southern heartland with Smith Tours!

01/10/2025

Smith Tours has had a very busy week in the offices, which is a great feeling! Thank you to all who have sent in your trip registrations early. We were pleasantly surprised Monday morning with the responses we have received for travel with us in 2025.

We have already had to book a second bus for the 5-day mystery trip and have set up a second date for the Grand Ole Opry Birthday Party trip. The new opry trip will be July 12-15. It will be the exact same itinerary as the October 13-16 trip. So, if you wish to go with us to Nashville, it will have to be in July. The second bus for the 5-day mystery trip will be at the same time as the first bus from August 17-21. Melinda and Kerri will each take one bus. This is going to be a great trip.

So, with the number of trips we have recorded this week, we thought we better let you know where each trip stands at this time which might encourage you to get your registrations in if there is something you know you want to do with us this year.

Branson Christmas - plenty of seats at this time
Ark/Creation Museum - plenty of seats at this time
Dinner Theatre - Rumors - plenty of seats at this time - Registration due by Feb. 3rd
Dinner Theatre - Jersey Boys - 15 tickets available
Dinner Theatre - Clue - plenty of seats at this time
3-Day Mystery - 4 seats left
5-Day Mystery - we have a second bus so we can take about 30 more at this time
Opry Birthday Party - 14 spots available for July 12-15
Country Music Highway - plenty of seats at this time
South Dakota - plenty of seats at this time
Texas - plenty of seats at this time
Virginia Beach - plenty of seats at this time

After a trip fills up, we will begin a waiting list. Remember, when you sign up for a trip, you send your registration to Kerri Cowan, whose address is at the top of the form, along with your deposit. If you need to cancel before the final payment is due, your deposit is returned minus a $25 cancelation fee.

Some travelers have been emailing or texting us to let us know that they are putting their registrations in the mail. That way we can get you on the list and we don't have to wait several days before the mail arrives to get you booked. Feel free to do this if you wish.

Please let us know if you have any questions.

Melinda

12/31/2024

The Smith Tours family would like to wish everyone a safe and happy New Year! We look forward to our 28th year of travel with many of you. Our office will open again on Monday, January 6th. Please let us know if you have any questions about our upcoming trips. You can find us on our website at smithtoursllc.com

12/17/2024

Smith Tours is excited to have our 2025 trip information ready before Christmas! Feel free to share these links with your friends and family. Our office will be closed until January 6th. We are taking some time off to be with our families for Christmas. You are welcome to register for trips by filling out the registration form found in the back of the book and sending it and your deposit to the address at the top of the registration page. These will not be processed until January 6th. At that time, you will receive an email stating your registration has been received. You may email us at [email protected] if you have any questions.

You can find out about all of our trips on our website.

www.smithtoursllc.com

You can also download our Travel Book at

bit.ly/SmithTours2025TravelBook

Merry Christmas from the Smith Tours family.

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11/26/2024

Smith Tours would like to wish each of you a memorable Thanksgiving with your friends and family. We are thankful for our travel family and all of the memories we have made this past year. We look forward to seeing everyone in 2025!

11/26/2024

Smith Tours is getting so close to completing its 2025 trip schedule. We are hoping to have our book completed and to the publisher next week. Here is a "sneak peek" of what we have planned. More details will be available when the book is ready.

January 22-February 2- Hawaii Cruise Tour (sold out)
March 5 - New Dinner Theatre - "Rumors"
April 13-19 - San Antonio, Fredericksburg, Waco, Ft. Worth, OK City
April 15-17 - Three Day Mystery Trip
April 22-30- Virginia International Tattoo in Virginia Beach
May 7-10 - Ark Encounter/Creation Museum
May 18-23 - South Dakota
May 21 - New Dinner Theatre - "Jersey Boys"
June 10-21 - Alaska Cruise Tour (sold out)
August 6 - New Dinner Theatre - "Clue"
August 18-22 - Five Day Mystery Trip
September 8-12 - Prestonsburg, KY - Loretta Lynn & Country Music Highway
September 24-October 3 - Quebec City Fall Foliage Cruise Tour - still openings
October 13-16 - Nashville - "100th Birthday of the Grand Ole Opry"
November 10-13 - Branson Christmas featuring "David" at Sight and Sound Theatre

Registrations will begin January 6, 2025

Send a message to learn more

11/13/2024

Smith Tours is having a great time in Branson this week!

10/03/2024

Day three was a busy one for sure!! First stop was Buc-ee's. Next stop was Waco where we enjoyed a one of a kind, step on "Fixer Upper" Tour. Then enjoyed a warm afternoom at the Magnolia Market and Silos. Ending the night with a Margarita/Taco Tour in Dallas. Great fun, with great people!!

10/02/2024

Cattle drive in the stockyard.

10/02/2024

Day two, Oklahoma and Texas didn't dissapoint. Oklahoma City Bombing Memorial, Ft Worth Stockyards, and couldn't be at Ft Worth without a visit to Billy Bobs!

10/01/2024

We started our Oklahoma and Texas trip today with a big day of travel. Spending our evening in Bricktown, Oklahoma City. We enjoyed a great meal at Toby Keith's and a peaceful canal ride learning about OKC history.

09/19/2024

The last day at Niagara Falls was awesome! We started our day at Welland Canal and was able to watch a Canadian vessel come into the lock. We also viewed a short movie about the construction of the canal. Then it was on to Niagara on the Lake for a few hours of shopping, lunch, ice cream, a walk along Lake Erie, and enjoying their beautiful flowers. We ended our afternoon with a tour and samplings at a winery. After a rest break back at the hotel, Skylon Tower restaurant was a fun way to end our stay. The buffet and dessert was impressive but not as impressive as our view of the falls while we ate. This morning we crossed the border back into the United States!

09/18/2024

A few more pictures from day three.

09/18/2024

Day three of Niagara Falls was a super busy day starting with an incredible breakfast with a beautiful Falls view! We began our tour with a step on guide who was very knowledgeable of the history of the falls and the area. We took a journey behind the falls and felt the force of the water. Next we went to the Clifton Hills area for lunch, a ride on the Skywheel, and some shopping. The big hit for the day was the Hornblower cruise right up next to the falls. Needless to say, we were soaked. After a little more history and a stop at the Floral Clock, our last activity for the day was a White Waterwalk experiencing the category 6 rapids from along the shore. Our day ended with a filling dinner of steak, salmon or stuffed chicken breast with all of the fixing, as well as dessert!

09/17/2024

Day 2 of our Niagara Falls trip has come to an end with fireworks outside our Hilton Hotel room. We arrived at the falls this evening just in time to see a full rainbow. It was very bright and the end of the rainbow was right in front of us. We had never been so close to the end of a rainbow before! Our four course dinner at Table Rock Restaurant was fantastic and was followed by night viewing of the falls. Tomorrow we begin our full day of touring the Niagara Falls area including the Horn Blower cruise, Journey Behind the Falls, a ride on the Ferris Wheel with a view of the falls, the Butterfly Garden, and Floral Clock. We have a full day ahead!

09/16/2024

Niagara Falls, trip #2 has begun. We had a neat stop at a Route 66 museum in Pontiac, IL today. We met some bikers from Australia and England that had come over to ride Route 66 from Chicago to LA. We took our group picture with one of their bikes. After a lot of construction slow downs today, we arrived at New Buffalo, MI for our first night. We had dinner down along Lake Michigan at Casey's or Stray Dog while watching the end of the Chiefs game. There was a big cheer from our group as the game ended! Notice all of our Chiefs attire!! Go Chiefs.

09/12/2024

Last official stop in Ohio at Lehmans Amish Store. Homeward bound we go after a good sleep in Dayton, Ohio tonight