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JOURNEY Announces 'Freedom Tour 2023' With Very Special Guest TOTO

One of the most legendary rock bands of all time, JOURNEY has announced the continuation of their highly successful tour with the 50th-anniversary celebration "Freedom Tour 2023" featuring very special guest TOTO . JOURNEY , diamond-selling Rock And Roll Hall Of Famers, will take the stage in 38 cities across North America with their catalog of global chart-topping hits, including "Don't Stop Believin'" , "Any Way You Want It" , "Faithfully" and "Lights" .

Presented by AEG Presents , JOURNEY "Freedom Tour 2023" begins February 4 in Allentown, Pennsylvania, making stops in Austin, Montreal, Memphis and more before wrapping April 25 at the brand new Acrisure Arena in Palm Springs, California. The 2023 run includes rescheduled dates in Washington D.C., Hartford, Toronto and Quebec that were postponed earlier this year due to COVID-19.

JOURNEY features founder Neal Schon (lead guitarist), Jonathan Cain (keyboards, backing vocals), Arnel Pineda (lead vocals), Jason Derlatka (keyboards, vocals), Deen Castronovo (drums, vocals) and Todd Jensen (bass).

Says Schon : "We are all thankful and overwhelmed by the success of our JOURNEY 'Freedom Tour 2022' this year and have added a new run of dates for 2023. We are looking forward to hitting the road again with our very good friends TOTO ! Come join us for a special evening full of fun and rockin' good memories. See you soon, friends."

Cain adds: "Excited to perform for our fans as we tour next year with TOTO . The combined hits of both bands represent a couple of decades of excellence that have become a soundtrack for people's lives. The music of JOURNEY along with the music of TOTO is an example of 'certain music' during 'uncertain times'."

Very special guest TOTO , who have collectively streamed more than 3.3 billion plays on Spotify alone based on hits including "Rosanna" , "Africa" and "Hold The Line" , will join JOURNEY on all dates.

TOTO 's Steve Lukather shares: "'On behalf of myself and the band, we are very honored and excited to do this tour with our old and dear friends JOURNEY . Gonna be a great night of music, and as all the guys are lifelong friends... a blast off stage as well."

"Freedom Tour 2023" dates:

February 04 - Allentown, PA - PPL Center February 05 - Charlottesville, VA - John Paul Jones Arena February 08 - Savannah, GA - Enmarket Arena February 10 - Columbia, SC - Colonial Life Arena February 11 - Greensboro, NC - Greensboro Coliseum February 14 - Lexington, KY - Rupp Arena February 17 - Knoxville, TN - Thompson-Boling Arena February 19 - Bossier City, LA - Brookshire Grocery Arena February 22 - Austin, TX - Moody Center February 23 - Lafayette, LA - Cajundome February 26 - Jacksonville, FL - Vystar Veterans Memorial Arena March 01 - Washington, DC - Capital One Arena * March 03 - State College, PA - Bryce Jordan Center March 04 - Hartford, CT - XL Center * March 08 - Montreal, QC - Bell Centre March 09 - Quebec, QC - Videotron Centre * March 12 - Toronto, ON - Scotiabank Arena * March 13 - Ottawa, ON - Canadian Tire Centre March 16 - Buffalo, NY - KeyBank Center March 17 - Atlantic City, NJ - Boardwalk Hall March 20 - Champaign, IL - State Farm Center March 21 - Moline, IL - Vibrant Arena at The MARK March 24 - Sioux Falls, SD - Denny Sanford PREMIER Center March 25 - Lincoln, NE - Pinnacle Bank Arena March 28 - Des Moines, IA - Wells Fargo Arena March 31 - Tulsa, OK - BOK Center April 01 - Memphis, TN - FedExForum April 04 - San Antonio, TX - AT&T Center April 07 - Springfield, MO - Great Southern Bank Arena April 08 - Wichita, KS - INTRUST Bank Arena April 11 - Casper, WY - Ford Wyoming Center April 13 - Boise, ID - ExtraMile Arena April 14 - Spokane, WA - Spokane Arena April 17 - Eugene, OR - Matthew Knight Arena April 19 - Stockton, CA - Stockton Arena April 22 - Bakersfield, CA - Mechanics Bank Arena April 23 - Fresno, CA - SaveMart Center April 25 - Palm Springs, CA - Acrisure Arena

* Rescheduled date

JOURNEY and TOTO previously joined forces for an early 2022 U.S. arena tour.

JOURNEY is continuing to promote its latest album, "Freedom" , which was released in July via BMG . The LP debuted at No. 1 on the Billboard Current Rock chart.

The members of JOURNEY celebrated the album's release by kicking off a residency featuring special symphony orchestra performances at the new, state-of-the-art Resorts World Casino in Las Vegas.

As JOURNEY 's legend continues to grow larger and their touring gets bigger, "Freedom" is the band’s first album of new material to be released in eleven years, since 2011's "Eclipse" , and in addition to Schon , along with longtime keyboard player and primary lyricist Cain and Pineda , one more member was recruited for the LP — bassist extraordinaire Randy Jackson , who had played on JOURNEY 's 1986 album "Raised On Radio" .

Inducted into the Rock And Roll Hall Of Fame in 2017, JOURNEY has 25 gold and platinum albums, with total sales adding up to over 100 million albums worldwide, earning the band two Diamond Awards with a third on the way for the "Frontiers" album. JOURNEY has also surpassed one billion streams on Spotify .

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Journey and TOTO Freedom Tour 2024

Posted on September 25, 2023

LEGENDARY ROCK BAND JOURNEY ANNOUNCES THE 50 TH ANNIVERSARY FREEDOM TOUR IN 2024

  THE DIAMOND-SELLING ROCK BAND WILL BE JOINED ON TOUR BY VERY SPECIAL GUEST TOTO

Public On Sale begins  Friday, September 29

September 25, 2023  –  Following the success of the 2023 Freedom Tour, legendary rock band  JOURNEY has announced a new round of shows for their 50 th Anniversary Freedom Tour 2024  featuring very special guest  TOTO.

  JOURNEY – Diamond-selling Rock & Roll Hall of Famers – will take the stage in 30 cities across North America with their catalog of global chart-topping hits, including  “Don’t Stop Believin”, “Any Way You Want It”, “Faithfully”, “Lights”  and more.

Presented by AEG Presents,  JOURNEY Freedom Tour 2024  begins  February 8  in Biloxi, MS – making stops in Raleigh, Louisville, Omaha, Las Vegas and more – before wrapping  April 29  in Bridgeport, CT.

Citi is the official card of the  JOURNEY  50 th  ANNIVERSARY  Freedom Tour 2024 .  Citi cardmembers will have access to presale tickets for the U.S. dates beginning Tuesday, September 26 at 10am local time until Thursday, September 28 at 10pm local time through Citi Entertainment (excluding Canada and Sioux City shows). For complete presale details visit  www.citientertainment.com . A limited number of exclusive VIP Packages are also available. These exceptional offers can include an amazing selection of reserved seated tickets, custom merchandise and much more.

Tickets go on sale to the public  Friday, September 29  at 10am local time.

JOURNEY  features founder Neal Schon  (lead guitarist),  Jonathan Cain  (keyboards, backing vocals),  Arnel Pineda  (lead vocals)  Jason Derlatka  (keyboards, vocals), and  Deen Castronovo  (drums, vocals) and  Todd Jensen  (bass). Neal Schon is a 3x Hall of Fame inductee, having been inducted to the Oklahoma Hall of Fame, Rock & Roll Hall of Fame and the Grammy Hall of Fame.  Jon Cain is a recipient of two BMI songwriter awards and was inducted into the Rock & Roll Hall of Fame as a member of Journey.

Of the tour, Neal Schon says, ““We are looking forward to hitting the road again with our very good friends Toto!  Come join us for a special evening full of fun and rockin’ good memories. See you soon, friends.”

Special guest  TOTO , who have collectively streamed more than 3.3 billion plays on Spotify alone based on hits including  “Rosanna”, “Africa”  and  “Hold the Line”,  will join  JOURNEY  on all dates.

TOTO’s  Steve Lukather shares, “”We are thrilled to have been asked to join our dear friends Journey on the road again. We had such a blast the last couple of tours across North America together. Great success and so much fun.  It is truly one big happy family, and it is a great night of music. Can’t wait to see you all out there soon in 2024!”

50 th ANNIVERSARY FREEDOM TOUR 2024 DATES

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With Special Guest Loverboy 

Tickets on sale friday, november 17 at 10 a.m. local time via livenation.com  , pre-sale tickets available starting wednesday, november 15 at 10 a.m., presented by beach bar co., santo tequila, & red rocker brewing co..

Rock & Roll Hall of Famer SAMMY HAGAR today announced the long-awaited “THE BEST OF ALL WORLD’S” 2024 tour. Hagar will be joined by rock heavyweights and longtime bandmates MICHAEL ANTHONY (bass, backing vocals), JASON BONHAM (drums) and revealed exclusively on SiriusXM’s The Howard Stern Show this morning that JOE SATRIANI, one of the best guitar players in the world, will complete the band. Produced by Live Nation and featuring special guests Loverboy, the 28-date tour will commence on July 13 in West Palm Beach, FL and will conclude on August 31 in St. Louis, MO.  Pre-sales begin on Wednesday, November 15 at 10 am. General on-sale begins Friday, November 17 at 10am local. For tickets and more details, go to RedRocker.com .

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Following their interview and performance on The Howard Stern Show on Sirius Channel 100, Hagar, Anthony, Satriani and Bonham will participate in a press conference starting at 10am PT from SiriusXM’s Hollywood Studios, hosted by Eddie Trunk and airing on Wednesday, Nov. 15 on Trunk Nation/Faction Talk Channel 103. In addition on Wednesday, Sammy will be interviewed on Access Hollywood and Access Daily, and on Thursday, Nov. 16 , he chats with Rob Lowe on his podcast Literally! With Rob Lowe .

The tour follows on the heels of the chart-topping success of THE COLLECTION II, the box set released October 6 featuring newly remastered versions of the four consecutive #1 albums released during the Hagar era of Van Halen: 5150 (1986), OU812 (1988), FOR UNLAWFUL CARNAL KNOWLEDGE (1991), and BALANCE (1995). A reminder to fans of the arsenal of hits, many which haven’t been played live since the band’s 2004 reunion tour. Collectively, Anthony, Satriani and Bonham have played together in nearly every phase of Hagar’s career including Van Halen, Chickenfoot and The Circle, so fans can expect a setlist which draws from some of the biggest rock anthems of the last 4-decades, including, Finish What Ya Started, 5150, Your Love is Driving Me Crazy, Best of Both Worlds, Poundcake, Sexy Little Thing, One Way To Rock, Right Now, Good Enough, Eagles Fly and more. They’ve also enlisted legendary Australian musician, Rai Thistlethwayte on keyboard and backing vocals. The tour represents a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity to see this band of brothers deliver one of the most legendary hits-packed live shows of their career.

“It’s crazy to think that it’ll be 20 years since Mikey and I played these songs with Van Halen on the 04’ Best of Both Worlds Tour,” said Hagar. “With Joe on board, we can take a deeper dive into those years. We’re going to touch on some hits from my entire career but seeing fans old and new really embrace the new collection set off something in Mikey and I. We were at my Birthday Bash in Cabo for my 76 th and looked at each other and high fived, like ‘let’s do it.’ We pulled out a couple of them and it was an instant lovefest with the fans from our first riffs. The music we created is going to outlive us all. They deserve to be heard so it’s time we go out and serve the fans that music, while we still can.”

2024 TOUR ITINERARY

July 13            West Palm Beach, FL                     iTHINK Financial Amphitheatre

July 14            Tampa, FL                                         MIDFLORIDA Credit Union Amphitheatre

July 16            Alpharetta, GA                                 Ameris Bank Amphitheatre

July 19            Charlotte, NC                                   PNC Music Pavilion

July 20           Bristow, VA                                       Jiffy Lube Live

July 22            Saratoga Springs, NY                     Saratoga Performing Arts Center

July 24           Bridgeport, CT                                 Hartford HealthCare Amphitheater

July 26,           Mansfield, MA                                  Xfinity Center

July 27            Holmdel, NJ                                      PNC Bank Arts Center

July 29           Cuyahoga Falls, OH                        Blossom Music Center

July 31            Toronto, ON                                      Budweiser Stage

August 2        Clarkston, MI                                    Pine Knob Music Theatre

August 3        Tinley Park, IL                                   Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre

August 9       Las Vegas, NV                                  MGM Grand Garden Arena

August 11       Morrison, CO                                    Red Rocks Amphitheatre

August 13      Spokane, WA                                     Airway Heights, WA BECU Live at Northern Quest

August 14      Ridgefield, WA                                 RV Inn Style Resort Amphitheater

August 16      Wheatland, CA                                Toyota Amphitheatre

August 17      Concord, CA                                     Toyota Pavilion at Concord

August 19      Los Angeles, CA                               Kia Forum

August 20     Phoenix, AZ                                      Talking Stick Resorts Amphitheatre

August 22     Dallas, TX                                           Dos Equis Pavilion

August 23      Houston, TX                                      Cynthia Woods Mitchell Pavilion

August 25     Rogers, AR                                        Walmart AMP

Tour dates continued

August 27     Cincinnati, OH                                 Riverbend Music Center

August 28     Nashville, TN                                     Bridgestone Arena

August 30     Noblesville, IN                                  Ruoff Music Center

August 31      St. Louis, MO                                    Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre

About Loverboy:

For more than 40 years, Loverboy has been “Working for the Weekend” (and on the weekend), delighting audiences around the world since forming in 1979, when vocalist Mike Reno was introduced to guitar hot shot Paul Dean – both veterans of several bands on the Canadian scene – at Calgary’s Refinery Night Club.  Along with Reno and Dean, Loverboy still includes original members Doug Johnson on keyboards and Matt Frenette on drums, with Ken “Spider” Sinnaeve replacing the late Scott Smith on bass.

With their trademark red leather pants, bandannas, big rock sound and high-energy live shows, Loverboy has sold more than 10 million albums, earning four multi-platinum plaques, including the four-million-selling GET LUCKY, and a trio of double-Platinum releases in their self-titled 1980 debut, 1983’s KEEP IT UP and 1985’s LOVIN’ EVERY MINUTE OF IT. Their string of hits includes, in addition to the anthem “Working for the Weekend,” such arena rock staples as “Lovin’ Every Minute of It,” “This Could Be the Night,” “Hot Girls in Love,” “The Kid is Hot Tonite,” “Notorious”, “Turn Me Loose,” “When It’s Over,” “Heaven In Your Eyes” and “Queen of the Broken Hearts.” In September of this year, the group was inducted into Canada’s Walk of Fame in Toronto, ON.

About Sammy Hagar:

For more than four decades, Sammy Hagar has been recognized as one of the best and most accomplished lead singers and songwriters in rock music. From breaking into the industry with the seminal hard rock band Montrose, to his multi-platinum solo career, to his ride as the frontman of Van Halen, Chickenfoot and his latest best-selling supergroup, The Circle, Hagar has amassed 25 Platinum albums on sales surpassing 50 million worldwide. Along his journey, he has set the tone for some of the greatest rock anthems ever written with songs like “I Can’t Drive 55,” “Right Now,” and “Why Can’t This Be Love,” and earned the highest respect of the music industry with a Grammy Award and induction into the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame. Since opening his flagship Cabo Wabo Cantina in 1990, he’s turned a lifelong passion for great food, music and spirits into a thriving and iconic lifestyle brand encompassing restaurants and spirits. A pioneer in the spirits industry, he launched Cabo Wabo Tequila in 1996 and catapulted it into the #2-selling premium tequila brand in the United States. In 2010, Hagar sold his interests in Cabo Wabo Tequila to Gruppo Campari in a 9-figure deal that’s widely credited as the start of the celebrity-owned spirits trend. He now owns an award-winning portfolio of top-shelf spirits and beer that embody that same spirit of Baja beach life and rock ‘n’ roll. They include Sammy’s Beach Bar Rum, a partnership with rock icon Rick Springfield, Santo Spirits, a partnership with tastemaker Guy Fieri, Sammy’s Beach Bar Cocktail Co. and Red Rocker Brewing Co. Never one to hit the brakes, Sammy’s also expanded his successes into publishing, TV, radio and beyond, including five seasons of his hit TV show “Rock & Roll Road Trip with Sammy Hagar” and as host of “Sammy Hagar’s Top Rock Countdown,” a weekly syndicated radio show on 90+ US stations. He’s a #1 NYT bestselling author and his cocktail book, “Sammy Hagar’s Greatest Cocktail Hits,” was awarded the 2023 Independent Publisher Book Awards. He’s also a dedicated philanthropist, donating millions back to local communities through his private non-profit Hagar Family Foundation, and the first Honorary Ambassador to Los Cabos, an honor he was bestowed in 2022 in recognition of his longtime investment in the people and economy of Mexico. Visit RedRocker.com for more information.

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The 10 Best Group Travel Tour Companies for 2023

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For those truly epic, once-in-a-lifetime destinations, you want to leave your itinerary to the experts. Whether your dream is to see the Big Five on an African Safari, trek tall mountains, explore European cities, or something even wilder, a group tour is the easiest way to do it.

However, picking the wrong group tour company is the quickest way to ruin your trip. Make sure you choose a tour company that aligns with your goals and travel styles. Do you want an intimate group tour or do you prefer to make lots of new friends in a big group? Does the price line up with what you like (luxury vs. budget)? Is the itinerary going to all the places you want to see? 

We’ve done the research and found the very best group travel tour companies for 2023 for every type of traveler.

Best Overall Group Travel: Exodus Travels

With trips on every continent, Exodus Travels covers anywhere on this planet that you could possibly want to go, from popular destinations like the Amalfi Coast to well off-the-beaten path adventures like Tajikistan. This award-winning group travel company boasts thousands of repeat customers who sign up for trips year after year (97% of past participants would recommend Exodus Travels to a friend). 

These small group tours operate with only around 12-16 people, and always feature experienced local leaders who can give you a unique insight into your destination. Exodus Travels caters to any type of travel style, including trips broken down by type of activity (think walking, cycling, multi-adventure, winter, or cultural) as well as type of traveler (family, age group, etc.). There are curated collections (coastal, “away from it all”, European wilderness, and trips of a lifetime) to inspire you, as well as self-guided options for when you want all the benefits of a group tour planner without the actual group. Looking for that special safari? Exodus Travels just partners with the African Wildlife Foundation to create carefully curated luxury adventures that go above and beyond the standard safari. 

Exodus Travels tours work for almost any budget, with options that range from affordable to premium. 

Top Trip: Explore under-the-radar Europe by foot on Exodus Travels’ Lakes & Mountains of Slovenia walking tour .

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Best Adventure Group Travel: World Expeditions

World Expeditions has been taking adventurous travelers to remote locations all over the world ever since its first group trek through Nepal in 1975. Today, World Expeditions offers active itineraries on every continent. Intrepid travelers can opt for trips themed around mountaineering, rafting, cycling, hiking, and more. 

World Expeditions aims to leave communities and places where they operate tours better than they found them. Trips are created using the company’s Thoughtful Travel Charter as a guideline, which emphasizes respect for the environment, sustainability, having a positive impact on local communities, protecting wildlife, and more. 

World Expeditions’ trips are capped at just 16 people to provide a good experience for participants, and there are no single supplements for solo travelers willing to share a room with someone of the same gender. 

Top Trip: Summit Africa’s tallest mountain on a fully-supported trek up Kilimanjaro on World Expeditions’ eight day trip up the beautiful Lemosho Route . 

Best Budget Group Travel: G Adventures 

For travelers on a budget, G Adventures offers cheap group tours that make dream destinations accessible to nearly anyone. (Think: sailing the Galapagos for just $1,124 , criss-crossing India’s Golden Triangle for $559 , or spending 8 days in Bali for less than $800.)

G Adventures is one of the best tour companies for solo travelers as well, as most trips don’t have a single-supplement. You can choose to share a room with another G Adventures solo traveler, or pay extra to have your own space.

G Adventures keeps costs down by opting for cheaper hotels and local meals, and making certain activities optional (for an additional cost). Pick your travel style—options range from “basic” to more luxe tours run in partnership with National Geographic. Family tours, local living tours (featuring homestays), and wellness-focused tours are also available. 

Top Trip: G Adventures’ China Express trip is a great way to see the highlights of China if you’re short on both time and budget. 

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Best Educational Group Tours: EF Go Ahead Tours

When you really want to learn about a destination, consider a group trip with EF Go Ahead Tours . EF is the world’s largest private education company, and the Go Ahead Tours arm capitalizes on the company’s relationships with local educators, historians, and tour guides to create group trips that take you deep into a destination. 

These small group tours generally cap at 38 travelers, and feature unique educational experiences. For a bucket list trip, EF Go Ahead Tour’s special event tours are particularly enticing, as they offer behind-the-scenes access to tough-to-plan trips like Oktoberfest in Munich or Cherry Blossom season in Japan. 

Intimidated by solo travel? EF Go Ahead Tours is a great option for solo travelers, since it offers designated trips for solo travelers , where everyone is traveling alone, making it less intimidating.  

Top Trip: Bring the tastes of Italy home with you on EF Go Ahead Tours’ Food & Wine: Piedmont & Tuscany tour (operated in partnership with America’s Test Kitchen), where you’ll learn how to make local dishes. 

Best Responsible Group Travel: Intrepid Travel

Looking for a responsible group travel operator that focuses on bettering the communities and destinations they visit? Intrepid Travel is the world’s largest travel B Corporation, a certification for companies doing good. 

Intrepid Travel’s tours focus on sustainability, diversity, inclusion, and sustaining communities. The company has its own charity, The Intrepid Foundation , which has donated over 7 million dollars to over 130 community organizations. 

Intrepid Travel’s small group tours attract a wide range of travelers, but they are especially great for younger travelers, as they have a large number of trips designed for people aged 18-29 . (Other trips, including family-focused trips, are geared toward any age.)

Top Trip: Experience unforgettable wildlife encounters on Intrepid Travel’s Premium Uganda & Rwanda trip which includes time with the mountain gorillas of Uganda’s Bwindi Impenetrable Forest. 

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Best Private Group Travel: Kensington Tours

Whether your group consists of just two people or involves taking the entire extended family, Kensington Tours will take all the hassle of planning out of the equation. This private group operator creates personalized trips and itineraries tailored to your preferences, while their experts handle all the logistics and bookings. 

Plans are entirely flexible, and can even be changed while on the trip on a whim. Need some inspiration? Browse Kensington Tours’ travel ideas , to get some ideas for your next adventure. 

Top Trip: Sail around the stunning shores of Croatia and the Dalmation Islands on a private luxury catamaran on Kensington Tours’ fully customizable tour . 

Best Polar Group Travel: Chimu Adventures

Whether you’re headed north to the Artic or south to Antarctica, Chimu Adventures has the perfect polar group trip for you. Chimu Adventures has some of the most variety for polar trips, with options to fly, cruise, or a combination of both to get to your destination.

For an ultra-unique Antarctica trip, Chimu Adventures offers cruises departing from Australia or New Zealand (most Antarctica trips depart from Argentina). Can’t stay long? Book one of Chimu Adventures’ scenic flights to Antarctica , which fly as far as the south pole in one spectacular 16-hour day.

Chimu Adventures is one of the cheapest group trips to Antarctica, with rates starting under $5,000.

Top Trip: If you’re pressed for time (or simply don’t have the stomach for the Drake Passage), Chimu Adventures’ Antarctica Fly Cruise will get you to the ends of the earth quickly and smoothly.

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Best Group Tours for Solo Travelers: For the Love of Travel

Group tours can be a great way to meet new people, but they can sometimes skew on the older age range. If you’re between 25-39 and a solo traveler looking to meet new people, you’ll love For the Love of Travel . All participants on the trips are between 25-39, and according to the company, 80 percent are solo travelers—so you’ll make friends fast. Hoping to meet someone who will be more than just a friend on your next trip? Trips include a balanced number of “gal and guy spots” to ensure an even balance of genders within groups (and of course, non-binary genders are always welcome). 

For the Love of Travel offers weeklong (or longer) international trips as well as shorter weekender trips to nearby destinations like Mexico or Denver—perfect for people without a lot of vacation time.

Top Trip: Sleep in a glass igloo under the Northern Lights, go sledding with huskies, and warm up in traditional saunas on For the Love of Travel’s Lapland tour , already booking dates for 2024.

Best Biking Tours Group Travel: DuVine Cycling

Biking through the rolling hills of Italy or across the mountain roads of Chile sounds like a dream, but the logistics seem daunting (especially if you don’t want to haul all your own stuff from point-to-point). Enter: DuVine Cycling , a luxury small group tour company that specializes in bike trips. 

With trips across Europe, Latin America, Africa, Asia, and the United States, DuVine Cycling is a cyclist’s dream. Choose from all-biking trips or mix things up with a cycle and sail bike tour or a multi-sport adventure —no matter what, everything is included, from luxury boutique accommodations to top-quality name brand bikes. 

Top Trip: DuVine’s Holland Bike Tour promises “tulips, windmills, beer, and cheese”—what more could you need?

Best Luxury Group Travel: Abercrombie & Kent

Abercrombie & Kent has been delighting discerning travelers since 1962. Today, they take travelers on unforgettable adventures across over 100 different countries and all seven continents. Although Abercrombie & Kent’s trips are pricey, they encompass once-in-a-lifetime experiences like private jet tours around the world or luxury chartered cruises .

There are trips designed for solo travelers and families , and the small group journeys max out at around 14-18 guests.

Top Trip: Swim with whale sharks in the Philippines, feed proboscis monkeys in Malaysia, and photograph wild tigers in India on Abercrombie & Kent’s Wildlife Safari: Around the World by Private Jet trip , already booking dates into 2024.

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NF’s last body of work came in 2021 with  Clouds (The Mixtape) . The 11-track effort debuted at No. 3 on the Billboard 200 and included its Hot 100 hit “Clouds.” Before that, he netted two No. 1 Billboard 200 albums, including 2017’s  Perception  and 2019’s  The Search . As for his upcoming effort, NF previously released several singles, including “HAPPY” and “MOTTO.” The project will also have features from Julia Michaels (“GONE”) and Cordae (“CAREFUL”).

Take a look at the dates for the HOPE TOUR below. 

U.S. + Canada tour dates:

• Wed Jul 12 — Columbus, OH — Schottenstein Center *
• Fri Jul 14 — Rosemont, IL — Allstate Arena
• Sat Jul 15 — Minneapolis, MN — Target Center
• Sun Jul 16 — Lincoln, NE — Pinnacle Bank Arena
• Tue Jul 18 — Grand Rapids, MI — Van Andel Arena
• Thu Jul 20 — Newark, NJ — Prudential Center
• Fri Jul 21 — Boston, MA — Agganis Arena
• Sat Jul 22 — Philadelphia, PA — The Liacouras Center
• Mon Jul 24 — Greensboro, NC — Greensboro Coliseum Complex
• Tue Jul 25 — Huntsville, AL — Propst Arena at the Von Braun Center
• Wed Jul 26 — Nashville, TN — Bridgestone Arena
• Fri Jul 28 — Orlando, FL — Addition Financial Arena ^
• Sat Jul 29 — Duluth, GA — Gas South Arena
• Mon Jul 31 — North Little Rock, AR — Simmons Bank Arena
• Tue Aug 01 — Tulsa, OK — BOK Center
• Wed Aug 02 — Fort Worth, TX — Dickies Arena
• Fri Aug 04 — Glendale, AZ — Desert Diamond Arena
• Sat Aug 05 — Anaheim, CA — Honda Center
• Sun Aug 06 — San Francisco, CA — Bill Graham Civic Auditorium
• Tue Aug 08 — Portland, OR — Veterans Memorial Coliseum
• Wed Aug 09 — Seattle, WA — WAMU Theater
• Fri Aug 11 — Salt Lake City, UT — Vivint Arena * 
• Sat Aug 12 — Denver, CO — Ball Arena
• Wed Aug 23 — Vancouver, BC — Rogers Arena
• Fri Aug 25 — Calgary, AB — Scotiabank Saddledome
• Sat Aug 26 — Edmonton, AB — Rogers Place
• Sun Aug 27 — Saskatoon, SK — SaskTel Centre
• Tue Aug 29 — Winnipeg, MB — Canada Life Centre
• Fri Sep 01 — Toronto, ON — Scotiabank Arena
• Sat Sep 02 — Ottawa, ON — Canadian Tire Centre
• Sun Sep 03 — Laval, QC — Place Bell

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Europe and U.K. tour dates:

• Sat Sep 23 — Milan, Italy — Fabrique 
• Sun Sep 24 — Zurich, Switzerland — Halle 622 
• Tue Sep 26 — Vienna, Austria — Gasometer 
• Wed Sep 27 — Munich, Germany — Zenith
• Fri Sep 29 — Düsseldorf, Germany — Mitsubishi Electric Halle
• Sat Sep 30 — Amsterdam, Netherlands — AFAS Live 
• Sun Oct 1 — Paris, France — L’Olympia 
• Tue Oct 3 — Frankfurt, Germany — Jahrhunderthalle
• Thu Oct 5 — Hamburg, Germany — Sporthalle
• Fri Oct 6 — Berlin, Germany — Max-Schmeling-Halle
• Sun Oct 8 — Brussels, Belgium — Forest National 
• Tue Oct 10 — Manchester, UK — O2 Victoria Warehouse 
• Wed Oct 11 — Glasgow, UK — O2 Academy 
• Thu Oct 12 — Dublin, Ireland — 3Olympia Theatre 
• Sat Oct 14 — Cardiff, UK — Great Hall 
• Sun Oct 15 — London, UK — Eventim Apollo 

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Kane Brown Announces 2024 In The Air Tour with Special Guests

by Jon Mendelsohn September 20, 2023, 1:53 pm

Kane Brown has just announced that he will be embarking on a tour dubbed the In The Air Tour in 2024. On Wednesday (September 20), Brown made the announcement in a post on social media. “See you in 2024,” Brown wrote in his post’s caption.

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In the announcement, Brown revealed that his tour will feature multiple special guests including Tyler Hubbard, Jon Pardi, Chris Young, Bailey Zimmerman, Cole Swindell, Parmalee, Locash, and Raelynn. Most tickets for the In The Air Tour will go on sale on September 28.

[RELATED: Kane Brown FaceTimed His Wife Katelyn Onstage to Let the Crowd Sing to Her]

The In The Air Tour will begin with a show at the John Paul Jones Arena in Charlottesville, Virginia on March 28, 2024. The tour will then travel to Toronto, Houston, Austin, Denver, Boston, Seattle, and Los Angeles, among other North American cities. Brown’s tour will conclude with a show at Globe Life Field in Arlington, Texas on September 14, 2024.

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Brown’s new single, “I Can Feel It,” is set to be released on September 21. On September 17, Kane shared a teaser of the single, along with footage of what appears to be a music video for the new song.

Check out the scheduled dates for Kane Brown ‘s In The Air Tour below:

March 2024 

28 – Charlottesville, VA – John Paul Jones Arena*°

29 – Pittsburgh, PA – PPG Paints Arena*°

30 – Newark, NJ – Prudential Center*°

4 – Detroit, MI – Little Caesars Arena*°

5 – Toronto, ON – Scotiabank Arena*°

6 – Buffalo, NY – KeyBank Center*°

11 – Kansas City, MO – T-Mobile Center*°

12 – Rosemont, IL – Allstate Arena*°

18 – Des Moines, IA – Wells Fargo Arena*°

19 – Minneapolis, MN – Target Center*°

20 – Grand Forks, ND – Alerus Center*°

26 – Lubbock, TX – United Supermarkets Arena*°

27 – Houston, TX – Toyota Center*°

28 – Austin, TX – Moody Center*°

May 2024 

9 – Eugene, OR – Matthew Knight Arena*°

10 – Sacramento, CA – Golden 1 Center*°

11 – Sacramento, CA – Golden 1 Center

17 – Salt Lake City, UT – Delta Center

18 – Las Vegas, NV – T-Mobile Arena

19 – Tempe, AZ  – Boots In The Park

30 – Orlando, FL – Amway Center

31 – Tampa, FL – Amalie Arena

June 2024 

1 – Tampa, FL – Amalie Arena

7 – Raleigh, NC – PNC Arena

8 – Atlanta, GA – State Farm Arena

20 – Milwaukee, WI – Summerfest

20 – Boston, MA – Fenway Park

August 2024 

16 – Seattle, WA – T-Mobile Park 

24 – Los Angeles, CA – BMO Stadium 

September 2024

6 – Denver, CO -Coors Field

14 – Arlington, TX – Globe Life Field

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Pitbull announces Party After Dark concert tour: T-Pain, Lil Jon to join as special guests

Dale! Mr. Worldwide is hitting the road once again.

Latin rap star Pitbull is set to deliver a mix of his career-spanning hits on the upcoming Party After Dark Tour. The U.S. trek follows numerous successful solo tours for the "Give Me Everything" rapper, including the triple-headlining Trilogy Tour with Enrique Iglesias and Ricky Martin .

Produced by Live Nation, the 26-city tour kicks off on Aug. 21 in Bristow, Virginia, making stops across the U.S. before wrapping in Albuquerque, New Mexico, on Oct. 5.  Fellow rappers T-Pain and Lil Jon will serve as a special guests on the tour.

The Grammy-winning Pitbull is known for a slew of hit singles , including "Fireball," "Timber" with Kesha , "Hotel Room Service," "Give Me Everything" with Afrojack and Ne-Yo and "Time of Our Lives" with Ne-Yo.

T-Pain, known for singles like "Bartender," "Buy U a Drank" and "Booty Wurk" is popular for his use of auto-tune pitch with electronic-style vocal performances. His most recent album, "On Top of The Covers," was released in 2023.

Lil Jon will join the pair on two tour dates, in Ridgefield, Washington and Chula Vista, California. The rapper and DJ is known for the tracks "Turn Down For What," "Shots," "Get Low" and "Yeah!" with Usher and Ludacris. He was most recently featured on the Pitbull track "Jumpin" in 2023.

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How to get tickets to Pitbull's Party After Dark Tour

Tickets go on sale at 10 a.m. Friday at LiveNation.com .

There are also a number of presales in the days leading up to the general on-sale. Live Nation , Ticketmaster and Talking Stick Resort are hosting presales from 10 a.m. until 11:59 p.m. Thursday.

A Citi cardmember presale will be held from 10 a.m. Wednesday through 11:59 p.m. Thursday at citientertainment.com . During the same time period, there'll be an artist presale and a VIP packages presale at livenation.com .

There's also a Spotify presale from noon until 11:59 p.m. Thursday.

The Party After Dark Tour will also offer a variety of VIP packages including premium tickets, backstage tour and photo op on-stage, pre-show VIP lounge, specially designed VIP gift item and more. Visit v ipnation.com

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Pitbull's latest music inspired by NASCAR racing team

Pitbull’s recent musical releases include "Trackhouse" and "Trackhouse: Daytona 500 Edition."

The album titles are inspired by the NASCAR Cup Series team Trackhouse Racing, which he has been a co-owner of since 2021. The tracks feature special guests Dolly Parton , Tim McGraw , Nile Rodgers, T-Pain, Omar Courtz and more.

Pitbull Party After Dark Tour dates

• Aug. 21, 2024 - Bristow, VA - Jiffy Lube Live
• Aug. 23, 2024 - Virginia Beach, VA - Veterans United Home Loans Amphitheater
• Aug. 24, 2024 - Hershey, PA - Hersheypark Stadium
• Aug. 25, 2024 - Queens, NY - Forest Hills Stadium
• Aug. 29, 2024 - Cuyahoga Falls, OH - Blossom Music Center
• Aug. 30, 2024 - Tinley Park, IL - Credit Union 1 Amphitheatre
• Aug. 31, 2024 - Milwaukee, WI - American Family Insurance Amphitheater
• Sept. 1, 2024 - Noblesville, IN - Ruoff Music Center
• Sept. 4, 2024 - Clarkston, MI - Pine Knob Music Theatre
• Sept. 6, 2024 - Darien Center, NY - Dairen Lake Amphitheater
• Sept. 7, 2024 - Syracuse, NY - Empower FCU Amphitheater at Lakeview
• Sept. 8, 2024 - Saratoga Springs, NY - Broadview Stage at SPAC
• Sept. 12, 2024 - Wantagh, NY - Northwell Health at Jones Beach Theater
• Sept. 13, 2024 - Hartford, CT - Xfinity Theatre
• Sept. 14, 2024 - Bangor, ME - Maine Savings Amphitheater
• Sept. 15, 2024 - Mansfield, MA - Xfinity Center
• Sept. 18, 2024 - Burgettstown, PA - The Pavilion at Star Lake
• Sept. 19, 2024 - Cincinnati, OH - Riverbend Music Center
• Sept. 21, 2024 - Ridgedale, MO - Thunder Ridge Nature Arena
• Sept. 22, 2024 - St. Louis, MO - Hollywood Casino Amphitheatre
• Sept. 25, 2024 - Salt Lake City, UT - Utah First Credit Union Amphitheatre
• Sept. 27, 2024 - Ridgefield, WA - RV Inn Style Resorts Amphitheater*
• Sept. 28, 2024 - Auburn, WA - White River Amphitheatre
• Oct. 3, 2024 - Chula Vista, CA - North Island Credit Union Amphitheatre*
• Oct. 4, 2024 - Phoenix, AZ - Talking Stick Resort Amphitheatre
• Oct. 5, 2024 - Albuquerque, NM - Isleta Amphitheater

*with Lil Jon

Contributing: Greta Cross, Springfield News-Leader

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Luke Combs Announces 2024 North American Stadium Tour

The country music star will perform 25 shows across 13 U.S. cities next year

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Country fans are going to need to start planning for 2024.

Luke Combs announced his plans on Tuesday for the Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour. The string of North American tour dates includes 25 shows across 13 U.S. cities, as well as one date in Canada.

The country music star, 33, will kick off the upcoming live dates in April 2024 in Milwaukee and eventually wrap up the shows in Houston in mid-August 2024. 

All but one U.S. city tour stop will include two shows — one on Friday night and one on Saturday — and the set list is scheduled to change depending on the date. (There will only be one concert in his tour stops in University Park, Pennsylvania and Craven, Canada.)

The “Fast Car" cover singer will also be joined by a handful of special guests each night. On Fridays, Cody Jinks, The Avett Brothers, Charles Wesley Godwin, Hailey Whitters and The Wilder Blue will play, and on Saturday he will be joined by Jordan Davis , Mitchell Tenpenny , Drew Parker and Colby Acuff.

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In a press release, the "Hurricane" artist shared his excitement about hitting the road. “We got an opportunity to do two shows in some U.S. markets on the World Tour, but when I found out we were going to be able to do two shows for most all of the cities on the 2024 tour, I decided I wanted each show to have their own unique set up of openers, as well as my own unique setlist. I thought this would give people an opportunity to come to both nights if they want, but see two completely different shows,” he said. 

The CMA Award winner continued, “With Country music being such a wide genre and being a huge fan of it all myself, I wanted to open up my stage to acts that lean into Outlaw, Americana and Red Dirt on Friday nights, as well as having a night with people I have toured with in the past, who are more contemporary country. I’m super excited to have both groups be out on the road with me for the Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour!”

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The Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour follows Combs’ string of international dates , which is currently ongoing in Australia and will head to Europe in the fall. 

Tickets for the Growin’ Up and Gettin’ Old Tour will first become available through the fan pre-sale on Aug. 23 at 4:00 p.m. local time and the general on-sale will begin on Aug. 25 at 10:00 a.m. local time. An early access pre-sale for Combs’ Bootleggers fan club will start on Aug. 23 at 10:00 a.m. local time. Special pre-sales are also available for Citi card holders and T-Mobile customers. 

See below for the new tour dates.

Fri April 12 — Milwaukee, WI — American Family Field†

Sat April 13 — Milwaukee, WI — American Family Field‡

Fri April 19 — Buffalo, NY — Highmark Stadium+

Sat April 20 — Buffalo, NY — Highmark Stadium‡

Sat April 27 — University Park, PA — Beaver Stadium‡

Fri May 3 — Jacksonville, FL — EverBank Stadium§

Sat May 4 — Jacksonville, FL — EverBank Stadium~

Fri May 10 — San Antonio, TX — Alamodome§

Sat May 11 — San Antonio, TX — Alamodome‡

Fri May 17— Santa Clara, CA — Levi’s® Stadium§

Sat May 18 — Santa Clara, CA — Levi’s® Stadium~

Fri May 31 — Phoenix, AZ — State Farm Stadium§

Sat June 1 — Phoenix, AZ — State Farm Stadium~

Fri June 7 — Salt Lake City, UT — Rice-Eccles Stadium§

Sat June 8 — Salt Lake City, UT — Rice-Eccles Stadium‡

Fri June 14 — Los Angeles, CA — SoFi Stadium+

Sat June 15 — Los Angeles, CA — SoFi Stadium~

Sun July 14 — Craven, Canada — Country Thunder Saskatchewan

Fri July 19 — East Rutherford, NJ — MetLife Stadium§

Sat July 20 — East Rutherford, NJ — MetLife Stadium‡

Fri July 26 — the Washington D.C. area (Landover, MD) — FedExField+

Sat July 27 — the Washington D.C. area (Landover, MD) — FedExField‡

Fri August 2 — Cincinnati, OH — Paycor Stadium§

Sat August 3 — Cincinnati, OH — Paycor Stadium‡

Fri August 9 — Houston, TX — NRG Stadium§

Sat August 10 —Houston, TX — NRG Stadium‡

*with special guests Cody Johnson and Lane Pittman

†with special guests Cody Jinks, Charles Wesley Godwin and The Wilder Blue

‡with special guests Jordan Davis, Mitchell Tenpenny, Drew Parker and Colby Acuff

+with special guests The Avett Brothers, Charles Wesley Godwin, Hailey Whitters, The Wilder Blue

§with special guests Cody Jinks, Charles Wesley Godwin, Hailey Whitters, The Wilder Blue

~with special guests Jordan Davis, TBA, Drew Parker, Colby Acuff

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How to craft a brilliant tour itinerary that your guests will rave about

The best tour itineraries go beyond basic logistics and give guests a true sense of what to expect from their experience. 

If you’re unsure what this might look like, we’re here to help.

In this guide, you’ll find a step-by-step breakdown of how to create an excellent tour itinerary, as well as real-world examples of tour operators who nailed the assignment.

What is a tour itinerary?

A well-crafted tour itinerary provides your guests with clear expectations, ensuring that they make the most of their time during the tour.

At its simplest, it is a detailed plan outlining the events, activities, and locations included in a tour. It serves as a roadmap for the entire trip, providing a step-by-step guide for visitors.

Tour itineraries typically include information such as:

• Dates and times
• Destinations/stops
• Activities and events
• Accommodations and transportation (if included)

8 steps to create a tour itinerary

Whether your tour features historical landmarks, culinary experiences, or adventure activities, these are the steps to craft an itinerary that your guests rave about .

1. Define the tour objectives and theme

The first step in creating a tour itinerary is to outline the purpose of the experience. 

Are you educating your guests or entertaining them? 

Is your tour an outdoor adventure meant to thrill visitors, or a cultural immersion meant to inspire?

Next, you’ll want to conduct market research to answer the following questions:

• Who are your competitors?
• Who is your target audience?
• What are the unique selling points of my tour?

The theme of your tour will guide the entire itinerary. It’ll ensure the experience remains coherent and is tailored to your specific audience. For example, if you’re running a historical walking tour in London, objectives might include providing in-depth insights into key historical periods and attracting history enthusiasts.

2. Research and select the destinations/stops of your tour

Identify and choose the specific locations and/or attractions to be included in the tour. Of course, this will depend on the nature of your tour. A multi-day tour operator will need to research multiple destinations, while someone who runs a walking tour will focus on specific sites within a particular city.

Don’t forget to consider factors like accessibility, popularity, and the overall flow of the itinerary. The destinations/stops on your tour should align with the overall theme defined in step one.

In our historical tour example, stops might include London’s most famous sites like the Tower of London and Buckingham Palace.

3. Determine the tour duration and dates

Now it’s time to decide the length of the tour and the specific dates it will take place. 

Consider the time needed to cover selected destinations/stops and the preferences of your target audience. You’ll also want to think about seasonal factors that might affect the tour, including weather and peak visitor months.

When you present guests with an itinerary, one of the first things they’ll look for is the tour duration and dates that it takes place. This allows them to plan ahead and commit to the experience.

Let’s say the historical walking tour in London lasts three hours and happens every Thursday through Sunday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the summer, taking advantage of the warm weather and daylight.

4. Plan a daily itinerary

Next, we’ll get to the nitty-gritty details of the tour. Every itinerary should include a day-by-day or hour-by-hour breakdown of activities, sightseeing, meals, and free time. 

As you’re planning, make sure to allocate specific time slots for each activity and factor in travel time between destinations/stops. It’s always nice to add in some leisure time for guests to explore a destination/stop on their own.

A detailed itinerary keeps the tour organized and sets the right expectations for your guests.

For example, the London itinerary might look like:

• 10 a.m.: Meeting point at X spot.
• 10:10 a.m.: Walking tour starts
• 11 a.m.: Tower of London
• 11:30 a.m.: Coffee break
• Noon: Buckingham Palace
• 1 p.m. End of tour

5. Arrange accommodations for multi-day tours

If you’re running a multi-day tour, you’ll also need to select suitable accommodations for overnight stays. It’s a good idea to not only research hotels in each destination, but visit them ahead of time to ensure they meet expectations.

Always consider factors like comfort, proximity to attractions, and budget. For a historically-themed trip around the U.K., for instance, you’d want to book centrally located hotels with historical significance, offering a blend of comfort and cultural immersion.

6. Plan transportation

Determine how the group will travel between each destination/stop. Choose the transportation method that makes the most sense for your tour, considering factors like weather, tour duration, and comfort. 

Efficient transportation ensures a smooth and timely flow of the tour. When your transportation is teed up beforehand, it will minimize disruptions during the tour.

For a multi-day tour across the U.K., you’d likely use a combination of high-speed trains and comfortable coaches. A walking tour, on the other hand, would get around by foot. However, if there’s a portion of the tour that requires taking public transportation, make sure to specify that in your itinerary.

7. Explain the meals and dining experiences included

Specify where and what participants will eat throughout the tour. Plan meals, considering local cuisines and popular eateries.

Sharing a meal not only makes a tour more fun but also gives the group space to connect. For tours that involve exploring a new destination, giving guests a taste of the local cuisine will make the experience even more memorable. 

The walking tour in London, for example, might make a pit stop at one of the oldest cafes in the city to enhance the tour’s narrative.

8. Communicate clearly

Communicate the tour itinerary clearly to participants before and during the tour. Promote the itinerary on your social channels to reel participants in, and send them the itinerary via email once they sign up. Clear communication will help minimize confusion and enhance guests’ sense of security.

For example, sending a detailed map of your walking tour and the stops you’ll make will give guests a concrete idea of what to expect.

5 examples of exceptional tour itineraries 

Let’s take a look at how operators put these practices to work.

1. London walking tour

This real-life London walking tour gives guests a comprehensive view of the full experience. The highlights are listed at the top of the page, ensuring guests learn about the best aspects of the tour first. Then the operator lists every single site that will be visited. Under the section “Tour Includes,” guests learn that the tour includes a “skip the line ticket” for the Tower of London and Westminster Abbey.

The operator then goes into full detail about the tour in paragraph form. Guests who read through the itinerary will know exactly what to expect — from gaining first entry into Westminster Abbey to a visit to the Crown Jewels.

2. Kayak, Bike & Brew

Kayak, Bike & Brew offers a fun four-hour tour in Traverse City, Michigan. During the tour, guests will pedal and paddle to three breweries, all within walking distance of the river. A tour guide also takes guests through downtown Traverse City before finalizing the experience at a lounge for refreshments and games.

In the itinerary above, the operator breaks down the tour by hour. Guests are given a 30-minute timeframe to check in, which tells them when to show up for the tour. Then they’re given a solid idea of the time it’ll take to reach each brewery and how long they’ll have there.

Since this tour involves biking and kayaking, guests can get a sense of how long they’ll be doing each activity by looking at the itinerary. They can then decide whether the tour seems too strenuous for them.

The more detailed the itinerary, the better you’ll be able to attract the right guests for your experience.

3. Wynwood Graffiti Golf Cart Tour

This Miami tour operator sets itself apart from competitors by including a map with the tour itinerary. The tour involves taking guests around the artistic Wynwood neighborhood and introducing them to the famous street murals.

The itinerary itself explains where the tour starts; specific points of interest included in the journey; and how much time will be spent in each. The map, however, brings an additional layer of information to the itinerary. It gives guests a clear idea of the route they’ll be taking, allowing them to visualize the tour before booking. This additional information can give guests extra confidence to finalize a booking.

4. G Adventures Antarctica Tour

G Adventures runs multi-day group tours around the world. Here is a great example of a multi-day tour itinerary, which involves more detailed descriptions than the other examples on this list.

The itinerary for this Antarctica trip lays out all the logistics that guests would be interested in knowing before booking:

• Destinations

Transportation

• Accommodation

The operator breaks down each day of the 11-day experience, ensuring guests know exactly what to expect before booking. Again, the map provides a wonderful visual representation of the journey guests will embark on if they book.

5. Full-Day Tour in Rio de Janeiro

If you look at the itinerary for this full-day tour in Rio de Janeiro, you might find that it’s just as detailed as the multi-day tour to Antarctica. That’s because the operator does an excellent job setting the stage for the experience. The itinerary explains each stop in detail, as well as specific points of interest that will be included on the way.

The itinerary also explains what is and isn’t included; for example, the admission ticket for the Maracanã soccer stadium is something guests will need to purchase on their own.

Another key point to note is that the operator informs guests exactly how much time will be spent at each stop. This gives guests an idea of how the tour will play out in real time.

An example tour itinerary template

Creating a tour itinerary from scratch can feel like a daunting task, especially if you’ve never created one before. Starting with a template can make the process a whole lot easier.

A well-designed template can serve as a foundational guide, providing the structure needed for you to organize all the tour details. 

You can find several design-forward templates on Canva, or head over to JotForm for even simpler templates . You can tailor the template to suit the specific needs and theme of your tour.

Here’s an example of a template for a multi-day tour:

Tour Overview

• Tour Leader:
• Emergency Contacts:

Daily Itinerary

Day 1: City Arrival

• Morning: Arrival and check-in
• Afternoon: Guided city tour
• Evening: Welcome dinner

Day 2: Historical Exploration

• Morning: Visit [Landmark 1]
• Afternoon: Lunch at [Local eatery]
• Evening: Cultural event

Accommodations

• Address, Contact
• Departure: [Departure Point]
• In-destination Travel: [Transport Mode]
• Return: [Return Point]

Notes and Reminders

• Weather Considerations:
• What to Pack:
• Important Reminders:

10 Itinerary planning best practices 

Consider the following tips when creating your tour itinerary.

• Understand your audience: Tailor your itinerary to the interests and preferences of your target audience. A personalized itinerary makes the experience more memorable, leading to better reviews and repeat business.
• Balance the activities: Mix sightseeing, cultural experiences, and leisure time for a well-rounded itinerary. Of course, this will depend on the type of tour you’re providing. However, diversifying the stops on your walking tour is just as important as the variety of activities in a multi-day tour.
• Consider travel time: Factor in travel durations between destinations/activities and communicate that to your guests. Realistic travel times ensure a relaxed and enjoyable pace.
• Build in flexibility: Allow for free time and optional activities. This can lead to spontaneous discoveries and give participants some autonomy over the experience.
• Engaging with locals: Interacting with local communities and businesses can make the tour feel more authentic. Plus, it gives you and your guests a chance to contribute positively to the places you visit.
• Prioritize the highlights: Identify the must-see attractions/activities and allocate ample time for each of them. Your itinerary should mention the highlights that guests are expected to come across to add a layer of excitement before they get there.
• Seamless transitions: Plan smooth transitions between activities and locations to keep the tour flowing smoothly.
• Communication is key: Make your guests aware of the itinerary before and during your tour. Every time you reach a stop, let them know how long you’ll be there and what the next stop will be.
• Be prepared for the weather: Consider seasonal weather and pack accordingly. If it’s going to be a very sunny day, remind guests to wear light clothing and wear sunscreen for a more comfortable tour experience.
• Collect feedback: Gather feedback about the itinerary after the tour. Ask your guests what were their favorite stops, whether or not they felt rushed, and any recommendations they have to improve the experience.

5 common mistakes in crafting tour itineraries 

We know that building a tour itinerary isn’t always easy. We’ve looked into the top mistakes operators make when they’re building itineraries, with the idea of helping you avoid them as you’re working on yours.

Overpacking the schedule

An overpacked schedule leaves little room for flexibility. This can result in a rushed and stressful experience for visitors. Your itinerary should always have some breathing room for unexpected delays, spontaneous explorations, or simply enjoying the moment.

Carefully consider the time it takes to commute between one place and another. If you’re rushing, guests may feel stressed and might miss out on the essence of each destination/stop.

Ignoring audience preferences

There’s nothing worse than noticing that your guests are disconnected and disengaged from your tour. To avoid this, craft an itinerary that considers the interests and preferences of your target audience. Then pay close attention to guests during the tour. They may find certain activities uninteresting, which means you can move through those quicker than others.

This also involves listening to participant feedback. The continuous improvement of your tours relies on understanding the needs and preferences of your audience.

Underestimating physical demands

Failing to consider the physical demands of activities can strain your guests. If a guest signs up for a two-hour-long walking tour, and the tour ends up lasting twice as long, they’ll likely feel a bit thrown off. And tired! With this in mind, don’t forget to remind your guests about what to wear (i.e. comfortable walking shoes) or what to bring (i.e. sunscreen) to avoid discomfort.

Neglecting breaks and leisure time

A group of exhausted and unhappy customers won’t be able to enjoy the highlights of your tour — they’ll likely be focused on the next break or looking for a place to sit. Failing to include breaks and leisure time can lead to guest fatigue. Give your guests free time to relax, refresh, and appreciate their surroundings.

Omitting crucial details

Unclear communication about meeting points, schedules, or special requirements can leave your guests frustrated and confused. Your guests might miss out on key experiences due to misinformation.

In sum, these are some strategies and examples you can use to create tour itineraries that convert customers at first sight.

Writer Carla Vianna

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