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TRAVEL
GETTING IN THE RHYTHM OF MEMPHIS
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Memphis really needs no introduction. It is the famous Home of the Blues and Birthplace of Rock ‘n’ Roll. This vibrant city has been home to such legendary artists as B.B. King, Elvis Presley and Johnny Cash. A city tour is an ideal way to become familiar with Memphis’ historical and cultural roots – and be sure not to miss famous Beale Street, where dozens of bars and clubs feature live music.
When in Memphis, one must also take a tour of Graceland. Once the home of Elvis, the Graceland mansion illuminates his life, career and interests. Explore the mansion with a self-guided audio tour that features stories and commentary from Elvis and his daughter Lisa Marie. Walk through the grand home’s many rooms, including the Polynesian-style jungle room where the family liked to relax. Step outside to see the house where Elvis’ father had his office and managed his famous
son’s career. Then take in Elvis’ many awards in the Trophy Building, followed by a walk through the Racquetball Building where his stage outfits are on exhibit. Wrap up the Graceland Mansion tour in the Meditation Garden where Elvis and his family have been laid to rest, and stroll
along a tree-lined street to check out more than 20 vehicles at the Elvis Presley Automobile Museum, including his famous pink Cadillac.
Visitors to Memphis can learn the complete Memphis music story at the Rock ‘n’ Soul Museum. The museum offers a comprehensive experience, from the rural field hollers and sharecroppers of the 1930s to the city’s musical heyday in the 1970s, and its global influence.
If you’re thinking about taking a trip to Memphis, consider booking a pre-cruise package for a river cruise on the Lower Mississippi, enjoying the
rich history and cultural diversity of the Old
South. American Queen Steamboat Company’s Mississippi Queen plies these waters between Memphis and New Orleans, stopping in the
historic towns of Greenville, Vicksburg and Natchez,
Mississippi; St. Francisville and Nottoway, Louisiana. Along the way, take in the Southern scenes of centuries-old oak trees, sprawling plantations and Civil War memorials. While onboard this famous luxurious paddlewheeler, learn about the area’s colorful history and landscape.
Antebellum South
8-night cruise vacation
from $24881
Memphis to New Orleans, Category E Stateroom
VACATION INCLUDES:
• One night pre-cruise hotel stay including breakfast, porterage and transfers to the American Queen • 7 nights’ onboard accommodation in an Inside Stateroom
• All meals, specialty coffees, bottled water and soft drinks throughout the voyage
• Beer2 and wine2 with dinner
• All regular shore excursions, daily historical lectures and nightly show-boat style entertainment and dancing • Port fees and taxes
AAA Vacations® Amenities3: Receive $70 onboard credit per person and $100 savings per stateroom. CALL (570) 622-4991 • CLICK AAA.com
or VISIT 340 South Centre St., Pottsville, PA 17901
1Rate is per person, land and cruise only, based on double occupancy, for the 11/10/19 sailing, Category E Stateroom. Rate includes port charges, government taxes and fees. Onboard service charges, including a mandatory gratuity of $18.50 per guest, per night, are additional and will be automatically added to your onboard account. Itineraries are subject to change and may need to be altered or canceled specifically because of water levels or wind factors.
2Age restrictions may apply.
3AQSC AAA Vacations® Member Benefit: Exclusive $100 discount per booking offer is valid on AAA Vacations® 2019 American Queen Steamboat Company cruise vacation bookings made through Pleasant Holidays. Discount is taken at time of booking and not reflected in rate shown. Onboard credit is $70 per person for sailings of 7 onboard nights or longer or $35 per person for sailings of 6 nights or fewer. Note: pre-night hotel stay, when applicable, does not apply to the cruise duration as an onboard night. Consecutive sailings for the same passenger will receive the applicable OBC amount for each leg (includes all Mighty Mississippi cruises). AAA members must make advance reservations through AAA Vacations® to obtain Member Benefits.
Not responsible for errors or omissions. Pleasant Holidays acts only as an agent for cruise & tour providers listed. CST# 1007939-10. Copyright©2018 Pleasant Holidays, LLC. All Rights Reserved. Ship’s Registry: United States.
AMERICAN QUEEN®
MISSISSIPPI RIVER CRUISES
THE REAL
AMERICA
SAVE 10%
PLUS EXCLUSIVE AAA MEMBER BENEFITS ON YOUR 2019 VACATION*
CALL (570) 622-4991, CLICK AAA.com or VISIT AAA Schuylkill County
340 South Centre St., Pottsville, PA 17901
*SAVE 10% WITH THE EARLY PAYMENT DISCOUNT (EPD) ON THE LAND PORTION OF SELECT 2019 USA & CANADA SUMMER TRIPS WHEN PAID IN FULL BY 01/17/19. SAVINGS ARE NOT VALID ON ALL ITINERARIES AND/OR DEPARTURE DATES, ARE SUBJECT TO AVAILABILITY AND MAY BE WITHDRAWN AT ANY TIME WITHOUT NOTICE. NOT COMBINABLE WITH OTHER PROMOTIONAL OFFERS BUT MAY BE COMBINED WITH OTHER BROCHURE DISCOUNTS. CONDITIONS APPLY. CST#2077132-30
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