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The American Deep South is like nowhere else in the USA. Consisting of Tennessee, Louisiana, Georgia, Mississippi and Alabama, it’s a land of cotton, antebellum mansions and shotgun shacks, Civil War battlefields and Civil Rights conflicts, sun drenched beaches, and not forgetting fabulous food and magnificent music. A visit to the southern states is a step back in time and is definitely not a place to be missed! Country to the Blues Deep South New Orleans Home of great Jazz echoing along Bourbon Street and in Preservation Hall. Climb aboard a St Charles Streetcar. Enjoy a romantic, horsedrawn carriage ride through the French Market. Explore the Old South as you cruise past beautiful stately plantations up the Mississippi River on a great steamwheeler paddleboat and take a fascinating journey into the scenic swampland and Cajun roots of the Bayou. Memphis Memphis – home to the legendary “King of Rock and Roll”, Elvis Presley. Tucked away in the western corner of Tennessee and situated on the banks of the Mississippi River, Memphis is a fascinating and friendly mustvisit city. A city that truly exudes history including such famous sights as Sun Studios where BB King, Jerry Lee Lewis and Elvis cut their first records, the National Civil Rights Museum located in the infamous Lorraine Hotel where Dr Martin Luther King was assassinated in 1968, the world renowned Gibson Guitar Factory and of course Graceland, Elvis Presley’s home and resting place. At night visit legendary Beale Street, the life and soul of Memphis, with its array of restaurants, bars and live music venues. Don’t forget to check out BB King’s nightclub, you never know, he may even be playing! Of course a trip to Memphis will not be complete until you’ve witnessed the twice-daily duck parade at Memphis’ landmark hotel, The Peabody. Nashville Nashville – ‘America’s Music City’ welcomes you! Home to the Grand Ole Opry and the Country Music Hall of Fame, Nashville will delight and entertain even the fussiest of musical palates. Elvis Presley recorded more than 200 of his songs at Nashville’s historic Studio B on Music Row and today live tribute bands perform across the city, ranging from Garth Brooks to Patsy Cline. Tantalise your taste buds with authentic Southern home-cooking, such as the Nashville speciality ‘meat and three’ and spicy barbeques. Experience ‘Shoppertainment’ at Opry Mills shopping and entertainment complex, a mix of retailers, restaurants and live music venues, or enjoy a cruise on the Cumberland River on the General Jackson Showboat, a four-deck paddle wheeler complete with live music and dining. Rhythms of the South NASHVILLE MEMPHIS ATLANTA CHARLESTON SAVANNAH JACKSON MOBILE NEW ORLEANS TALLAHASSEE Pre-packaged Fly-drive Tour - 13 nights from £364pp Day 5 Memphis Explore the birthplace of the blues in Memphis. Wander down lively Beale Street and pay homage to ‘The King’, at Elvis Presley’s Graceland. Day 6 Memphis – Jackson, Mississippi Enjoy legendary southern hospitality in Jackson, with its many museums. Overnight: La Quinta Inn Jackson. Day 7 Jackson – New Orleans Take a drive through the heart of the Old South, before arriving in New Orleans. Overnight: Holiday Inn Superdome, 2 nights Day 8 New Orleans ‘The Big Easy’ is home to delicious southern cooking, steamboats and stunning architecture, so take time to soak up the rich culture of this city. Day 9 New Orleans – Pensacola From city life to the warm Gulf Coast of Florida! Pensacola is located on the northwest coast of the Sunshine State. Overnight: La Quinta Inn. Day 10 Pensacola – Tallahassee Travel along the unspoilt Gulf Coast and view the untouched wildlife preserves along the way. Overnight: Red Roof Inn. Day 11 Tallahassee – Savannah Historic Savannah is home to some of the South’s most beautiful architecture and has a vibrant history. Overnight: La Quinta Inn Day 12 Savannah – Charleston Tree-lined avenues and antebellum homes add to the charm of this historic Southern city. Overnight: Holiday Inn Riverview. Day 13 Charleston – Atlanta Leave South Carolina’s coast and head back inland to Atlanta to enjoy one last bit of sightseeing. Overnight: Days Inn Downtown. Day 14 Atlanta Return your car at the airport before your return flight. If you would like to stay on or visit another destination, please call our reservation professionals who will be glad to assist and advise on your holiday. PENSACOLA ORLANDO Day 1-2 Atlanta Arrive in Atlanta and pick up your car before heading to your first hotel. Overnight: Days Inn Downtown, 2 nights. Day 3 Atlanta - Nashville Along the way, enjoy a ride on the Chattanooga ‘Choo-Choo’ train and tour the Jack Daniels whisky distillery. Overnight: Millennium Nashville. Day 4 Nashville - Memphis Soak up the country sounds of the Grand Ole Opry and Country Music Hall of Fame in Nashville. Overnight: Wyndham Garden Memphis, 2 nights Dates & prices Single Double Triple Quad 01 Apr 08 - 31 Jul 08 01 Aug 08 - 31 Oct 08 727 753 364 377 265 213 272 220 Prices are in £'s per person per tour and inclusive of basic car hire, accommodation as specified, detailed driving instructions and maps. Car insurances and peak season supplements are extra (see pages 10 & 11) Children under 12 stay free when sharing with 2 adults. N.B Hotels may be substituted at any time without prior notice. Alternatives will be of a similar standard. NB. supplements may apply. Flights are not included. 72 Travel agents - book online www.covacations4agents.co.uk http://www.covacations4agents.co.uk

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Continental Airlines Vacations - America 2008 Contents The Continental Vacations Advantage Planning & Costing Your Holiday Continental Vacations Extras Flights with Continental Airlines Car Rental Escorted Motorcoach Tours Multi-centre Air Tours California & The West Las Vegas Weddings & Shows Helicopter & Ranch Tours Las Vegas Hotels San Francisco Hotels Los Angeles Hotels Los Angeles Beaches Anaheim Hotels San Diego Hotels Palm Springs Hotels California & National Parks Phoenix & Scottsdale Hotels Rest of Arizona & Utah Hotels Denver Hotels Hawaii Oahu Hotels Maui Hotels Hawaii & Kauai Hotels Hawaiian Cruising The North East New York City Hotels Queen Mary 2 Cruises from New York City with NCL Washington DC Hotels New England & Boston Hotels Chicago Hotels The Deep South New Orleans Hotels Nashville & Memphis Hotels Texas Texas Hotels Florida Florida Hotels General Information Booking Conditions Contact Details

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