Tournament of Roses Parade
Including a hands-on float experience
  and sights around Los Angeles

Dec. 28, 2009  -  Jan. 2, 2010

Our 2009 trip was so popular we want to offer it in 2010 as well. So join us as we will again have the opportunity to participate in float preparations and watch the parade on New Year's Day as spectators from around the world will celebrate the New Year with the 122th Rose Parade.  The Rose Parade will once again feature the beautiful pageantry and tradition of magnificent floral floats, high-stepping equestrians and spirited marching bands.  If you've ever wondered how this parade becomes reality, this is a trip you won't want to miss.
(See tentative itinerary below)

We are currently in the process of planning this trip.
Once we have all the activities, hotels and other details confirmed,
and the price finalized, we will remove this information and post
a completed itinerary with the price.

If you are interested in learning more about this trip,
make a pre-reservation.
It is very important to make a no-obligation pre-reservation.
Those who have made a pre-reservation will be notified first
when the full itinerary and pricing is posted.

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A pre-reservation does not require any money.
Once the tour is finalized and a tour price available, those who have pre-reserved
a space will be contacted via email and asked to decide if they
want to make a deposit. If you are not interested, you don't have to do anything.

 
Tentative Itinerary

Actual schedule will be updated when accurate details are available

Monday, December 28 - Arrive Los Angeles, Welcome Dinner

Arrive at Los Angeles International Airport (LAX) no later than 4:00pm.  The WTT tour leader will greet you when you arrive at the hotel. We will meet in the lobby of the hotel at 6:00pm to make introductions and then go to dinner. (D)

Tuesday, December 29 - Full day - Participate in Float Preparation

What a wonderful opportunity to assist in the final stages of preparing the floats for the Tournament of Roses Parade.  We will be at the float staging area for most of today and have the chance to participate in a variety of float preparation activities. The "float captains" who are in charge of building and decorating the floats will give us our assignments. You could be gluing flowers onto the float, or coloring corn husks....who knows.  At the end of this day, we will know we have been a part of something very special.  We'll return to the hotel late afternoon and relax. (B, L)

Wednesday, December 30 - Hollywood and Beverly Hills Tour, Crystal Cathedral

We will begin our day with a tour including the famous sights in Hollywood plus a stop at Rodeo Drive.  Rodeo Drive at its best during Christmas when lights and flowers decorate the streets and the stores outdo themselves with Christmas decor.  This evening we will attend the Glory of Christmas at the Crystal Cathedral. (B)

Thursday, December 31 - J. Paul Getty Museum, Dinner

Today we will visit the Getty Museum to view its collection of Western art from the Middle Ages to the present against a backdrop of dramatic architecture, tranquil gardens, and breathtaking views.  We will see European paintings, drawings, manuscripts, sculpture and decorative arts, and European and American photographs. Time permitting we will go to Long Beach and have some free time in that area. We'll have dinner together tonight and toast the incoming New Year. (B, D)

Friday, January 1 - Tournament of Roses Parade

We will get an early start today to watch the beautiful flower-filled floats and see the nation's finest marching bands perform right before our eyes as we experience one of the nation's most beloved annual events.  After the parade, we will see how much of the day is left and see if we have time to explore a bit more before returning back to the hotel. (B, D)

Saturday, January 2 - Return home

Make your return flight at your convenience from Los Angeles International Airport. (B)

All previous information has been superseded.