5 Days/4 Nights

Rose Parade Holiday

Make this New Year's celebration a rosy one by joining us on the 2011 Rose Parade Holiday! Experience the exciting pageantry of the world-famous Tournament of Roses Parade. See too, the fabulous Glory of Christmas at the Crystal Cathedral…plus feel like royalty at the 4-Diamond Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort, where every room has a panoramic view of the Pacific Ocean. Come and smell the roses!

Tour Highlights

• Thrill to magnificent floats and marching bands at the 122nd Tournament of Roses Parade. It's a new theme each year!
• Relax amid the casual elegance and amenities of the Hilton ­Waterfront Beach Resort. Luxury abounds!
• Marvel at the stunning "Glory of Christmas" stage production at the beautiful Crystal Cathedral.
• Take a memorable visit to historic Catalina Island on an optional 2-day holiday extension.

Itinerary

December 29, 2010—Huntington Beach: Your exciting Rose Parade Holiday begins the moment you arrive at the elegant Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort in beautiful Huntington Beach, California. You’ll meet with your Tour Director, settle into your ocean-view room and be treated to a delicious lunch. Then we’ll head to the gleaming Crystal Cathedral in nearby Garden Grove for a thrilling and inspiring afternoon presentation of the “Glory of Christmas,” featuring amazing special effects…including ­flying angels! Meals included: L.

December 30, 2010—Pasadena: Today we'll go to Pasadena, California for a ­"preview" of the splendor you'll see at Saturday's Tournament of Roses Parade.

In the morning you'll "march to the drumbeat" of the Rose Parade Bands at the highly entertaining Bandfest.

This afternoon we’ll watch the magic come to life as we get an up-close view of the parade’s fantastic floral floats. After all the pre-parade fun, we’ll ­return to our resort hotel, so you can relax and enjoy your evening. Meals included: B, L.

December 31, 2010—Optional Excursions: Today you can relax and enjoy your hotel's amenities, or select your choice of three daytime ­optional excursions. In the evening join us for an optional New Year's Eve dinner party. Meal included: B.

Option—LA, Hollywood and Kodak Theater Red Carpet Tour: Experience all the renowned elegance and celebrity glamour of the Kodak Theatre, Home of the Academy Awards®! You’ll also make a brief stop in Beverly Hills…glimpse the lavish homes of Hollywood stars…visit Grauman's Chinese Theatre…and stroll along Hollywood's famous Walk of Fame. Enjoy lunch on your own at the Farmers Market. Hours: 8:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Price: $98 per person.

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Option—Los Angeles Museum Tour: Experience a pair of premiere Los Angeles museums!  The Page Museum at the La Brea Tar Pits is widely recognized for the world’s largest and most diverse collection of Ice Age plants and animals.  Then enjoy a guided tour of the Getty Center, home of J. Paul Getty’s collection of Western art from the Middle Ages to the present.  Enjoy lunch on your own at the Getty Center.  Hours: 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Price:  $35 per person.

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Option—Huntington Library & Botanical Gardens, San Marino: Delight in the beauty of the Huntington's 120 acres of gardens, three art galleries and library. If you like, you can enjoy English tea in the Rose Garden Tea Room. Hours: 9:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Price: $35 per person.

New Year's Eve Celebration Option: Join us in the hotel ballroom to celebrate the New Year! After you savor a delicious dinner and a 9:00 p.m. New Year's Toast, you may dance or simply sit and enjoy the music of Frank Sinatra, Louis Armstrong, Nat King Cole and many more. Hours: 6:30 p.m. to 11:00 p.m. Price: $75 per person.

January 1, 2011—Happy New Year! Tournament of Roses Parade: This morning we’ll make our way to the parade route and the grandstand seats we’ve reserved for you for a spectacular streetside view of the 122nd Tournament of Roses Parade.

Then we'll treat you to lunch at the legendary Queen Mary Hotel in Long Beach followed by leisure time to tour this magnificent ship. Or you may stay in Pasadena for an optional excursion to view the splendor of the floats up close after the Rose Parade.

Option—Showcase of Parade Floats: Enjoy a tasty lunch in a well-known historic Pasadena restaurant before heading over to the park to marvel at the beauty of these picturesque floats. Hours: 11:00 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Price: $20 per person. Limited space available!

Tonight enjoy a delicious farewell dinner with your new friends. Meals included: B, L, D.

January 2, 2011—Huntington Beach: Our New Years getaway comes to a close after breakfast. It’s been a wonderful vacation filled with many rosy memories. Meal included: B.

Accommodations

• Dec. 29-Jan. 1: Hilton Waterfront Beach Resort, Huntington Beach
• Your room will offer a panoramic ocean view from your private lanai.