Want to plan ahead?
 In July, the summer of 2013, Marianne and Joe  will return to Solvang California to lead an encore of their most popular tour:

"The Gardens and Wineries of the Central Coast" 
 
We stay in the charming town of Solvang, a village with a Danish theme close to wineries and lovely gardens. We'll visit the exclusive estate of Lotus Land near Santa Barbara, swing on up to Hearts Castle for a day 
trip and enjoy more gardens and dining on California's Gold Coast. 
     Priced at under $1000 for four nights at the luxurious Corque hotel, ground transportation, most meals and all entrances to gardens and  attractions. Last trip we also toured the mission and saw a play at the
outdoor  theatre in Solvang. Joe likes to throw in a few surprise stops as 
well. 
     Airfare to Santa Barbara is not included in this price - so save your miles, drive or take the train down and meet us in the airport if you don't want to fly with the group. This trip fills fast so email us for more info. 
(you can make a $500 deposit now if you want us to save you a spot. The deposit is fully refundable should you decide not to go.) 
     As soon as we get an exact price for this trip (about nine  months before we leave) we will take full payment for this popular excursion.    
     But even if you don't join us, try to get to Santa Barbara just to visit Lotus Land - you will be amazed - just be sure and make advance  reservations to see this garden and to see the gardens of Hearst Castle
if you  go on your own.  
                                         Marianne & Joe