December 2010
Sat 4 Dec   Andre Reiu & His Johann Straus Orchestra  04:00-11:00  $159
Andre Reui & His Johann Straus Orchestra in A Celebration of Music Tour. King of the Waltz" Andre Rieu - the charismatic Dutch violinist, conductor and composer - has created an international revival in waltz music with his spectacular musical extravaganzas. A musical phenomenon, André Rieu is unlike anything else in the entertainment world. Conducting his own Johann Strauss Orchestra with his violin bow, Rieu's onstage charisma and rock-star demeanor makes his productions irresistible. The sheer scale of this spectacle, with its fairytale romanticism, is spellbinding. The perfect form of escapism from the drudgery of every day life, its popularity has already been proved all over the world. André Rieu is the biggest solo male touring artist in the world! Dinner on the coach enroute to San Jose.
Sun 5 Dec   Beach Blanket Babylon Christmas Show  09:30-06:00  $167
The Holiday Tradition continues with our annual outing to Steve Silver's Beach Blanket Babylon! The nation's longest running musical revue, welcomes this joyful holiday season with special performances featuring a chorus line of tap dancing Christmas trees, special parodies of traditional Christmas carols and a gigantic Yuletide hat. Snow White continues her fast-paced musical journey around the world in search of her "Prince Charming" and encounters a star-studded, ever-changing line- up of hilarious pop-culture characters along the way! We have two seating options - The Magnin Box or the Center and Side Boxes - The Magnin Box tickets are $10 more and only 12 seats available.Please note that all seats are upstairs and there is no elevator at Club Fugazi. Lunch will be included
Mon 6 Dec   Christmas Tea Hosted by Jackie Kenilvort  10:30-03:30  $69
A Daytripping tradition~ Holiday Teas at Jackie's lovely home overlooking Bodega Bay. The Christmas tea experience is very indulgent with champagne, Christmas cookies and petite fours joining the usual array of delicate sandwiches, freshly baked scones and lots of tea. You will be greeted with great hospitality, elegant fairy lights and twinkling Christmas trees (yes trees). This will make for a truly sumptuous Christmas treat, but seating is limited so book early to avoid disappointment. And, don't forget to dress up!
Wed 8 Dec Oakridge Boys Christmas Show @ Lincoln Theatre  03:30-10:30  $179
With a most distinctive and recognizable sound, their four-part harmonies and upbeat songs have spawned dozens of country hits and a #1 pop smash, earned them Grammy, Dove, CMA and ACM awards as well as a host of other accolades. Their string of hits includes the pop chart-topper “Elvira,” as well as “Bobbie Sue,” “Dream On,” “Thank God For Kids,” “American Made,” and many others. This holiday show will feature traditional holiday favorites, as well as Oak Ridge Boy classics and Country hits. We'll start out our evening with dinner at the Calistoga Inn.
Sat 11 Dec   Christmas Tea hosted by Jackie Kenlivort  10:30-04:00  $69
A Daytripping tradition~ Holiday Teas at Jackie's lovely home overlooking Bodega Bay. The Christmas tea experience is very indulgent with champagne, Christmas cookies and petite fours joining the usual array of delicate sandwiches, freshly baked scones and lots of tea. You will be greeted with great hospitality, elegant fairy lights and twinkling Christmas trees (yes trees). This will make for a truly sumptuous Christmas treat, but seating is limited so book early to avoid disappointment. And, don't forget to dress up!
Sat 11 Dec Christmas Lights Drive Around & Cocktail Party  03:30-10:00  $59
Relax as John does the driving so you can experience the magic of Christmas light displays from the Christmas House in Novato to Christmas Tree Lane in Vacaville this tour will be the best of the season. Enjoy magnificent Christmas lights and festive displays, from oversized inflatable Santas, giant nutcrackers, the infamous Frosty, and Rudolph prancing on rooftops to historical homes tastefully decked out with giant lighted wreaths and candy canes. Cocktails, appetizers and Christmas Music make this one special evening.
Sun 12 Dec A Chanticleer Christmas @ Napa Valley Opera House  02:00-09:00  $139
Chanticleer known around the world as “an orchestra of voices” for the seamless blend of its twelve male voices. This much-beloved Bay Area tradition brings the power and mystery, warmth and intimacy of the season to the Napa Valley Opera House for the first time. Chanticleer’s unique evening of inspiring and joyful music for the season will include the world premiere of celebrated Swedish composer Jan Sandstrom’s And the word became flesh. “The world's reigning male chorus" - The New Yorker magazine - Restaurante Allegria for an early supper prior to a 5pm show.
Mon 13 Dec Christmas Tea hosted by Jackie Kenilvort  10:30-04:00  $69
A Daytripping Tradition - Holiday Teas at Jackie's lovely home overlooking Bodega Bay. The Christmas Tea experience is very indulgent with champagne, Christmas cookies and petite fours joining the usual array of delicate sandwiches, freshly baked scones and lots of tea. You will be greeted with great hospitality, elegant fairy lights and twinkling Christmas Trees (yes, trees). This will make for a truly sumptuous Christmas treat but book early to avoid disappointment and dress up!
Mon 13 Dec Christmas Lights Drive Around & Cocktail Party  03:30-10:00  $59
Relax as John does the driving so you can experience the magic of Christmas light displays from the Christmas House in Novato to Christmas Tree Lane in Vacaville this tour will be the best of the season. Enjoy magnificent Christmas lights and festive displays, from oversized inflatable Santas, giant nutcrackers, the infamous Frosty, and Rudolph prancing on rooftops to historical homes tastefully decked out with giant lighted wreaths and candy canes. Cocktails, appetizers and Christmas Music make this one special evening.
Tue 14-15 Dec   Spirit of Christmas Show ~ Reno Overnight  09:00-05:30  $254/229
A Magical Celebration - The Spirit of Christmas is quite simply one of the most delightful and enchanting Christmas shows ever. This New York style Christmas spectacular features glittering costumes, a dazzling cast, your favorite Christmas songs and the highest kicking Chorus Girls this side of the North Pole. Overnight stay in Reno with a dinner at The Roxy.
Thu 16 Dec Radio City Christmas Spectacular starring The Rock  02:30-09:00  $159
America's #1 Holiday Show, the RADIO CITY CHRISTMAS SPECTACULAR! Fill your heart with Christmas as the world-famous Radio City Rockettes bring their legendary eye-high kicks to Oracle Arena in Oakland. Enjoy the flawless precision of the Rockettes in numbers such as the legendary "Parade of the Wooden Soldiers." Marvel as Santa takes you on a magical ride to his workshop at the North Pole, where playful ragdolls come to life! Be moved at the stunning reenactment of the very first Christmas in the "Living Nativity." Late lunch at The Lake Chalet prior to the show.
Sat 18 Dec A Cathedral Christmas at Grace Cathedral  10:30-07:00  $138
Continuing a long-standing tradition, Grace Cathedral presents the annual concert series A Cathedral Christmas with the Grace Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys, accompanied by full orchestra and the world-famous Aeolian-Skinner organ. The program will include sacred Christmas masterpieces, light classical Yuletide songs, and sing-along carols. The Grace Cathedral Choir of Men and Boys is world-renowned, modeled after the 500-year-old tradition of English choirs and one of only a few of its kind in North America. It is regarded as among the finest cathedral choirs in the world. Amid the soaring arches and luminous stained glass of gothic Grace Cathedral, the choir's sound is truly timeless. Celebrate the holiday with glorious music in a glorious space! Champagne Brunch at the Historic Cliff House.
Sun 19 Dec Smuin ~ Christmas Ballet ~ Feast of Holiday Fun  09:00-06:00  $139
Smuin Ballet's Holiday Favorite - Sleek and Sassy - The Christmas Ballet makes its annual return. This enormously popular holiday celebration combines beautiful and classic ballet performances with charming, humorous, and sexy dance pieces set to seasonal music ranging from carols to Elvis to klezmer!
Mon 20 Dec   Christmas Tea hosted by Jackie Kenilvort  10:30-04:00  $69
A Daytripping Tradition - Holiday Teas at Jackie's lovely home overlooking Bodega Bay. The Christmas Tea experience is very indulgent with champagne, Christmas cookies and petite fours joining the usual array of delicate sandwiches, freshly baked scones and lots of tea. You will be greeted with great hospitality, elegant fairy lights and twinkling Christmas Trees (yes, trees). This will make for a truly sumptuous Christmas treat but book early to avoid disappointment and dress up!
Wed 22-26 Dec   Magical Mission Inn Christmas  09:00-07:00  $1859/1529
Looking for a little magic this Christmas Season - The historic landmark Mission Inn is the place to be. The annual Festival of Lights transforms the iconic property into a place of wonder at the holidays. Dickens Carolers sing cheerful holiday tunes, 17th Century Costumed Characters and horse drawn carriages evoke the spirit of the season. We will spend four nights at this magical place. See the Glory of Christmas at The Crystal Cathedral, Christmas Memories at The Candlelight Pavilion and The Big Band Christmas at Welk Resort. Christmas Day Buffet at the Mission Inn and all the trimmings. A favorite Daytripping Christmas destination.
Wed 29 Dec Shrek - The Musical at The Orpheum Theater  09:00-06:30  $169
Believe all Ogre Again! Shrek The Musical brings the hilarious story of everyone's favorite ogre to life on the stage. In a faraway kingdom turned upside down, things get ugly when an unseemly ogre - not a handsome prince - shows up to rescue a feisty princess. Throw in a donkey who won't shut up, a bad guy with a SHORT temper, a cookie with an attitude and over a dozen other fairy tale misfits, and you've got the kind of mess that calls for a real hero. Luckily, there's one on hand... and his name is Shrek. Featuring a terrific score of 19 all-new songs, big laughs, great dancing and breathtaking scenery SHREK THE MUSICAL is part romance, part twisted fairy tale and all irreverent fun for everyone!
Thu 30 Dec-2 Jan   New Year's Eve Celebration at the Ahwahnee  09:00-07:00  $2859/1957
Celebrate New Year's Eve at a timeless treasure - the historic Ahwahnee Hotel in Yosemite National Park. Tucked into the granite ridges of Yosemite's Royal Arches, The Ahwahnee features cozy fireplaces, sugar pine beams and pillars, cathedral stained-glass windows and priceless antiques. A National Historic Landmark that has welcomed royalty, heads of state and celebrities from around the globe. This is New Year's Eve at it's best - 3 nights and four days at the Ahwhnee Hotel highlighted with an elegant, black tie New Year's Eve Gala Celebration Dinner and dancing till the clock strikes 12, a truly unforgettable evening. And in the morning partake of a perfectly timed sumtuous New Year's Day Brunch. A full day of sightseeing with lunch at the gracious Wawona Hotel. Dinner at Yosemite Lodge Mountain Room and a New Year's day sunset drive with cocktails. What better way to celebrate your accomplishments and inspire you to greater heights in next year than the spectacular setting of Yosemite for New Year!