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1. Raleigh

   by – Alex McCarty, Tour Manager, North America The capital of the great state of North Carolina is also the stage on which some of the world’s greats have shone! Only a few miles down the road in a town called Chapel Hill, a young man named Michael Jordan lifted off from the freethrow line and forever became known as ‘Air’. Perhaps ironically, a few miles down the road in the other... more »

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2. The Carolinas

   In the north, the Carolinas are most famous for the worlds first sustained flight by the Wright Brothers while in the south there remains a unique mixture of the past and present. The south is renowned for its freedom-minded spirit and was one of the major players in the American Revolution. The Carolinas , north and south alike, possess striking areas of natural beauty between their sandy beache... more »

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3. San Francisco

   by – Jordan Allen, Tour Manager, North America Welcome to the West’s most ‘Eastern’ city. San Francisco, USA is a city that sprung up overnight following the discovery of gold, a city that has rebuilt itself in the wake of devastating earthquakes, and a city that prides itself on its cultural and ethnic diversity. There is never a shortage of things to do in San Fra... more »

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4. Transport – North America

   Our modern, air conditioned coaches have been selected by Contiki with your comfort, safety and scenic viewing in mind. All our coaches in the USA and Canada are fitted with video and/or DVD players and monitors as well as stereo sound systems and capabilities to play CD’s, I-pods, other MP3 players and the like. Contiki does not reserve or allocate seating on any of our... more »

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5. ATM's and cash machines - North America

   More Tour and Travel Advice for the USA and Canada by – Angie, Tour Manager, North America Accessing money is hardly ever a problem. There are banks, Western Unions, and ATMs along the tour. Something to double-check prior to leaving is that your ATM card is able to be used in the United States.

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6. Arrival times - North America

   More Tour and Travel Advice for the USA and Canada As much as you probably won’t want it to, the tour has got to end some time. Weather, traffic and other external factors out of our control may effect arrival times, therefore these times should be used as a general guide. Finishing at the Stovalls Inn, Anaheim Tours finishing in Anaheim should arrive at... more »

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7. Baseball

   Take me out to the ball game! It is America’s National Sport. For a true taste of US sporting culture nothing beats sitting in the stands, eating a hot dog, taking the 7th inning stretch and maybe even catching a foul ball. Although going to a game is not scheduled on any tours, there is loads of free time on tours to hit up a game in cities and teams like the Anaheim Angels, Boston Red Sox, Chicag... more »

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