Day Trips
May
SF Symphony Plays Ravel & Gershwin
Fri, May 24th Sold Out / WaitlistRavel, who heard jazz in Harlem with Gershwin, was dumbfounded by the dazzling Rhapsody in Blue, which Gershwin played at a birthday party for the French composer. When Gershwin asked to study with him, Ravel said “It is better to write good Gershwin than bad Ravel.” Along with Gershwin’s best known work, the concert also features the jazz-influenced Concerto for the Left Hand, written for a pianist grievously injured during the First World War. The dark undertones of La Valse, an homage to Viennese waltz, suggest a furious farewell to gentility in post-war Europe. Elliott Carter’s powerful Variations for Orchestra, another 20th-century masterwork, opens the program. Dinner is included at No. 9 Fishermen’s Grotto prior to the 6:30pm evening performance with orchestra seating.
Beach Blanket Babylon
Sun, May 26th Sold Out / WaitlistThere’s nothing quite Beach Blanket Babylon. San Francisco’s longest-running staged comedy show poke fun at everyone – politicians, celebrities and other folks in the public eye. The songs are hilarious, the dancing wonderful, and the hats are really, really big! Reserved seats are upstairs (no elevator) in this historic theatre in the center balcony. Enjoy an included lunch at Sports Leisure Favorite Viva Italian Restaurant.
The 2013 Ballpark Express : Athletics vs. Giants
Mon, May 27thFor nearly 34 years, the BEST way to get to the major league ballparks in Oakland and San Francisco has been with Sports Leisure Vacations. Our original Ballpark Express allows you to travel to games in comfort without the traffic, tolls, gas, food stops, etc. Refreshments are served on board the motorcoach on your way to and from each game.
Celtic Woman
Wed, May 29thThe incomparable singing sensation Celtic Woman, brings its latest show to the Marin Center. This spectacular musical experience features a group of talented women performing classic Irish tunes, such as “The Water Is Wide,” “Green Grow the Rushes,” and “The Parting Glass.” Timeless pop anthems such as “Bridge Over Troubled Water” and “Sailing” and inspirational songs including “You’ll Never Walk Alone” and “Ave Maria,” are also performed with the signature Celtic Woman sound. Dinner precedes the 7:30pm performance at the popular Chalet Basque restaurant.
Foodie Fun in Winters
Fri, May 31stWe’re heading back to nearby Winters for more of that great grub they dish out at The Putah Creek Inn. You may recall the restaurant was featured on The Food Networks® Diners, Drive Ins and Dives. Our soldout trip last year was an instant hit! Start the day with a short walking tour of historic downtown Winters. After lunch, browse the shops along Main Street. On the way home make a quick stop at Pedrick’s Produce Stand in Dixon where they have an assortment of fresh fruits, vegetables, nuts and sweets.
June
Brunch on the Bay
Sun, June 2nd Sold Out / WaitlistDazzling waves and soft breezes set the mood for Hornblower’s Champagne Brunch Cruise, a good-morning getaway featuring free-flowing bubbly. The enticing outing includes a buffet stocked with classic breakfast dishes, lunch entrees and desserts. And, live music and views of the San Francisco Bay’s renowned sights make it the perfect way to spend the day! Pause in Sausalito before returning home in the late afternoon.
“Mumm’s The Word”
Fri, June 7th Sold Out / WaitlistBegin a delicious day at Mumm Napa Valley for a tour and tasting of its award-winning sparkling wine, gallery of fine arts, and colorful garden. Experience stunning views of the surrounding vineyards and hills. At the prestigious Culinary Institute of America, enjoy a multi-course lunch that begins with tasty temptations and finishes with dessert crafted by its creative chefs. The delightful day in Napa Valley is completed with a short stop in Yountville to browse its variety of culinary and gift shops.
The 2013 Ballpark Express : Athletics vs. Yankees
Thu, June 13thFor nearly 34 years, the BEST way to get to the major league ballparks in Oakland and San Francisco has been with Sports Leisure Vacations. Our original Ballpark Express allows you to travel to games in comfort without the traffic, tolls, gas, food stops, etc. Refreshments are served on board the motorcoach on your way to and from each game.
Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks
Sat, June 15th Sold Out / WaitlistSierra Repertory Theatre presents this touching comedy about a formidable retired woman who hires a dance instructor to give her private dance lessons. Their antagonistic relationship blossoms into a deep friendship as each reveals their secrets, fears and joys while dancing the Swing, Tango, Foxtrot, Cha-Cha and Contemporary Dance. Lunch precedes the 2pm matinee at Christopher’s Ristorante Italiano in Sonora.
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Six Dance Lessons in Six Weeks
Sun, June 16thSierra Repertory Theatre presents this touching comedy about a formidable retired woman who hires a dance instructor to give her private dance lessons. Their antagonistic relationship blossoms into a deep friendship as each reveals their secrets, fears and joys while dancing the Swing, Tango, Foxtrot, Cha-Cha and Contemporary Dance. Lunch precedes the 2pm matinee at Christopher’s Ristorante Italiano in Sonora.
Additional Departures
Sold Out / Waitlist
The 2013 Ballpark Express : Giants vs. Padres
Wed, June 19th Sold Out / WaitlistFor nearly 34 years, the BEST way to get to the major league ballparks in Oakland and San Francisco has been with Sports Leisure Vacations. Our original Ballpark Express allows you to travel to games in comfort without the traffic, tolls, gas, food stops, etc. Refreshments are served on board the motorcoach on your way to and from each game.
SF Symphony’s West Side Story
Sun, June 30thA partnership for the ages, two Broadway legends—Bernstein and Sondheim—took Shakespeare’s Romeo and Juliet from Verona in the 1500s to New York’s Upper West Side in the 1950s, replacing the Montagues and the Capulets with American and Puerto Rican street gangs. Their unforgettable work, with tunes universally loved, comes alive in a dynamic concert version under the capable baton of Maestro Michael Tilson Thomas, the first time an orchestra has performed the complete musical in a concert performance. An early lunch precedes the 2pm matinee performance at No. 9 Fishermen’s Grotto with orchestra seating.
July
The 2013 Ballpark Express : Giants vs. Mets
Wed, July 10th Sold Out / WaitlistFor nearly 34 years, the BEST way to get to the major league ballparks in Oakland and San Francisco has been with Sports Leisure Vacations. Our original Ballpark Express allows you to travel to games in comfort without the traffic, tolls, gas, food stops, etc. Refreshments are served on board the motorcoach on your way to and from each game.
The 2013 Ballpark Express : Athletics vs. Red Sox
Sun, July 14thFor nearly 34 years, the BEST way to get to the major league ballparks in Oakland and San Francisco has been with Sports Leisure Vacations. Our original Ballpark Express allows you to travel to games in comfort without the traffic, tolls, gas, food stops, etc. Refreshments are served on board the motorcoach on your way to and from each game.
The 2013 Ballpark Express : Giants vs. D-backs
Sun, July 21st Sold Out / WaitlistFor nearly 34 years, the BEST way to get to the major league ballparks in Oakland and San Francisco has been with Sports Leisure Vacations. Our original Ballpark Express allows you to travel to games in comfort without the traffic, tolls, gas, food stops, etc. Refreshments are served on board the motorcoach on your way to and from each game.
The 2013 Ballpark Express : Giants vs. Cubs
Sun, July 28th Sold Out / WaitlistFor nearly 34 years, the BEST way to get to the major league ballparks in Oakland and San Francisco has been with Sports Leisure Vacations. Our original Ballpark Express allows you to travel to games in comfort without the traffic, tolls, gas, food stops, etc. Refreshments are served on board the motorcoach on your way to and from each game.
August
The 2013 Ballpark Express : Athletics vs. Rangers
Sun, August 4th Sold Out / WaitlistFor nearly 34 years, the BEST way to get to the major league ballparks in Oakland and San Francisco has been with Sports Leisure Vacations. Our original Ballpark Express allows you to travel to games in comfort without the traffic, tolls, gas, food stops, etc. Refreshments are served on board the motorcoach on your way to and from each game.
The 2013 Ballpark Express : Giants vs. Orioles
Sun, August 11th Sold Out / WaitlistFor nearly 34 years, the BEST way to get to the major league ballparks in Oakland and San Francisco has been with Sports Leisure Vacations. Our original Ballpark Express allows you to travel to games in comfort without the traffic, tolls, gas, food stops, etc. Refreshments are served on board the motorcoach on your way to and from each game.
The 2013 Ballpark Express : Giants vs. Red Sox
Wed, August 21st Sold Out / WaitlistFor nearly 34 years, the BEST way to get to the major league ballparks in Oakland and San Francisco has been with Sports Leisure Vacations. Our original Ballpark Express allows you to travel to games in comfort without the traffic, tolls, gas, food stops, etc. Refreshments are served on board the motorcoach on your way to and from each game.
September
The 2013 Ballpark Express : Athletics vs. Twins
Sun, September 22ndFor nearly 34 years, the BEST way to get to the major league ballparks in Oakland and San Francisco has been with Sports Leisure Vacations. Our original Ballpark Express allows you to travel to games in comfort without the traffic, tolls, gas, food stops, etc. Refreshments are served on board the motorcoach on your way to and from each game.
The 2013 Ballpark Express : Giants vs. Padres
Sun, September 29th Sold Out / WaitlistFor nearly 34 years, the BEST way to get to the major league ballparks in Oakland and San Francisco has been with Sports Leisure Vacations. Our original Ballpark Express allows you to travel to games in comfort without the traffic, tolls, gas, food stops, etc. Refreshments are served on board the motorcoach on your way to and from each game.
