Movie Stars & Lucy Laughs, NY

DAY 1

Travel with Wolf's to celebrate the lives of two entertainment icons with stops in their respective hometowns, Jimmy Stewart and Lucille Ball. Your journey begins with meal and rest stops enroute to Indiana, PA hometown of Jimmy Stewart. Upon arrival, you have lunch included at a local restaurant. During the meal, a Jimmy Stewart impersonator will entertain you with a performance of "It's A Wonderful Life". Next, admission is included to visit the Jimmy Stewart Museum. The museum highlights his accomplishments in film, radio and television in a unique timeline layout including personal items donated by his family and friends. His roles as military hero, civic leader, family man and world citizen are also woven into displays and film presentations. While at the museum, step inside the vintage theatre to view an A & E movie that shares more about the life and career of Jimmy Stewart. Afterwards, you depart for Chautauqua Harbor Hotel (716-489-2800) for a two-night stay. Located on the shores of Chautauqua, the hotel features indoor and outdoor pools, state-of-the-art fitness center, outdoor fire pits, business center with complimentary Wi-Fi and coffee and tea stations on every floor. Dinner is included at hotel with the remainder of the night to enjoy the resort amenities.

DAY 2

Wake to breakfast included at the hotel before you meet your local guide for a day of touring. Your first adventure is in Jamestown, NY home of actress/comedian Lucille Ball. Celebrate that wacky redhead as you see Jamestown through the eyes of Lucy with a knowledgeable guide who will show you Lucy-related points of interest. See the house where she was born, the house where she grew up, her final resting place, the infamous Lucy statue and more. Next, you have admission included at the National Comedy Center. Named one of the "World's Greatest Places" by TIME, the NCC is the United States' official cultural institution and state-of-the-art museum dedicated to the art of comedy. Showcasing comedy's great minds and unique voices, the museum features exclusive collections, world-class exhibits and leading-edge interactive technology to create an unprecedented visitor experience. Following your visit, depart for Desilu Studios for lunch included in the Tropicana Room. Enjoy the beautiful atmosphere of this re-creation of Ricky Ricardo's famous Manhattan night club. While dining watch some of your favorite "I Love Lucy" episodes. Also, explore the lives, careers and legacies of Lucille Ball and Desi Arnaz while immersing yourself in the ultimate fan experience with original costumes, props awards and exact re-creations of I Love Lucy sets at Desilu Studios. Following your visit, you return to the hotel to freshen up for dinner included at the Athenaeum Hotel on Chautauqua Lake. Offering stunning views of the Lake and a superb dining experience. You then return back to the hotel for the remainder of the night to relax and unwind.

DAY 3

Begin your day with a delightful breakfast included at the hotel before you check-out and depart for a sightseeing, lunch cruise abord the Chautauqua Belle. Learn about the history of Chautauqua on your narrated cruise with a worthwhile and colorful review of the lake history. Sit back, relax and enjoy the panoramic lakeside views. Upon return to dock, you board the motorcoach for a stop at Merritt Estate Winery for a wine tasting and a special photo opportunity. Merritt Estate Winery was one of the first farm wineries organized in Chautauqua County under regulations established by the Governor in 1976. Merritt is located in the largest grape growing region east of the Rockies and the largest Concord grape growing region in the world. Enjoy a tasting of select wines and take time to browse the wine shop to purchase our favorites to take home. You then depart for home with appropriate meal and rest stops along the way.

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B=Breakfast, L=Lunch, D=Dinner