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Come join us snorkeling some of the most beautiful reefs within the Florida Keys National Marine Sanctuary and Pennekamp State Park. We have many possible reefs to explore: Molasses, Elbow, French Reef and the famous Christ of the Abyss on Dry Rocks. These protected areas offer an opportunity to see turtles, spotted eagle rays, moray eels and a variety of different fish. These special reefs are part of the 3rd largest living reef system in the world and the ONLY living coral reef in the US. We stop at two different locations on the reef. Each stop is determined by the captain based on the day's conditions. We cannot guarantee any specific site. We also offer scuba diving on our trips. In an effort to reduce the amount of single-use plastic that ends up in our oceans, we recommend bringing a reusable water bottle. We have water coolers in our shop and on our boats for your convenience!

If you want to spend some time on a beautiful pristine island paradise, the ferry to Egmont Key State Park from Fort De Soto is a great choice for the whole family! Get ready for a day of fun in the sun. Our ferry boat operates from the Fort De Soto Bay Pier daily in the spring and summer and nearly every day in the fall and winter. The ferry ride to the island is about 45-60 minutes and offers great chances to spot dolphins, sea turtles, and sometimes even manatees! We often spot sea birds on the ride to and from Egmont Key Island aboard the Hubbard’s Ferry, our big blue boat. Once on the island (3hrs), Egmont Key offers great shelling, swimming, and opportunities for adventures. Including Fort Dade, a fort that dates back to the Spanish American war for to explore. Egmont Key is also home to a large population of endangered native gopher tortoise! Snorkeling is sold separately on the day of the trip and not always guaranteed. Dependent on water quality, weather, predator fish.

Discover the Heart of New Orleans at St. Louis Cathedral Experience the beauty and history of America’s oldest active cathedral at your own pace with the official self-guided iPad tour of St. Louis Cathedral. Step inside this architectural masterpiece in the heart of the French Quarter and let the story unfold through immersive audio, images, and video. From the soaring ceilings and stained glass to the lives of saints and the echoes of centuries of worship, each stop reveals a new layer of the cathedral’s spiritual and cultural legacy. Perfect for visitors seeking a deeper connection to New Orleans, this tour blends technology and tradition to bring the city’s most sacred landmark to life. Whether you’re a history lover, architecture enthusiast, or simply curious about the heart of the French Quarter—this experience is a must-do for anyone who wants to see, hear, and feel the story of New Orleans in a truly meaningful way.

Start your journey in Cambridge, MA, with an in-depth visit to the historic Harvard University. Then head over to the MIT campus, where you’ll have the opportunity to take photos with its iconic academic buildings. Back in Boston, enjoy a breathtaking panoramic view of the city from View Boston at the Prudential Center (ticket included), where you'll also have time for lunch. Afterward, set sail on an optional Boston Harbor Cruise, offering stunning views of the city skyline from the water. End your day at the lively Quincy Market, a historic marketplace filled with food stalls, shops, and local culture. ️ Itinerary Depart from Boston →Cambridge: Harvard University In-Depth Tour (Optional, 60 mins) MIT Campus Photo Stop (30 mins) Return to Boston: View Boston at Prudential Center (Mandatory, 120 mins, includes lunch time) Boston Harbor Cruise (Optional, 60 mins) Quincy Market (60 mins)

This is the first and only tour in New Orleans specifically created for travelers who love contemporary street art, local history, and urban exploration! It's a great activity for artists, art lovers, couples, families, and solo travelers who are looking to get out of the French Quarter and experience more of what the city has to offer.

Explore over 30 movie locations in Central Park on this walking tour, perfect for film buffs and first-time visitors. Visit Wollman Rink, Bow Bridge, the Carousel, Naumberg Bandshell, Strawberry Fields and more, featuring movies such as Serendipity, Breakfast at Tiffany’s, The Avengers, When Harry Met Sally, Ghostbusters and Sex and the City. Led by a local actor guide, this tour offers a unique, fun way to experience Central Park. Optional audio translations are available in Spanish, French and German via a free app. Central Park’s most popular movie and TV tour, this experience is a favorite with weekend travelers and NYC locals alike. Knowledgeable, entertaining guides bring each filming location to life with on-site movie stills and fun historical facts. With a relaxed pace, manageable group size, and a clear meeting point, it’s a stress-free way to see more of the park with no planning required.

Picture this: You step into the historic French Quarter of New orleans,, as I—Tara, your live game-show host—handcraft an epic, one-of-a-kind adventure just for you. No boring checklists here—this is an immersive thrill ride blending local stories, laughs, and NOLA mojo! Unleash your inner sleuth and dive deep: Chat up friendly locals for hidden lore, snap epic photos/videos/audio of quirky challenges, and unearth New orlean's local only tales. Couples? Families? Rowdy crews? Everyone wins—ages 8 to 80, explorers to Instagrammers, it's pure, addictive fun that sparks joy and stories you'll retell for years. Team up to connect like never before. Your crew + me (your game host in your pocket) + the French Quarter's playground = non-stop co-created magic. Race (or cruise) at your pace, crack missions, high-five strangers—watch bonds tighten over goofy triumphs. Past players rave: "Best day ever!" "Laughed till we cried!" Who's ready to make your New Orleans legend?

Explore the sweet side of downtown on our San Antonio Donuts & Sweet Treats Tour. This fun walking tour takes you through the heart of the city while sampling a variety of delicious pastries along the way. You’ll enjoy donuts, traditional Mexican baked treats, and a refreshing sweet finale like gelato or ice cream while learning about San Antonio’s rich history and vibrant culture. As you stroll through downtown streets and along the famous River Walk, your guide will share stories about the city’s founding, its Spanish colonial roots, and the landmarks that helped shape its identity. You’ll take in scenic views, historic architecture, and lively public spaces while experiencing the flavors and energy that make San Antonio so unique. It’s the perfect mix of sightseeing, local history, and unforgettable desserts in one of Texas’ most historic and lively destinations.

This tour begins with a ride to the famous French Quarter, boasting nearly 300 years of history. Your fully licensed tour guide will take you to popular highlights in "the Quarter" and the Treme, including Jackson Square, St. Louis Cathedral, Congo Square, along with some lesser-known gems, all while telling you fascinating stories about your surroundings. We then pedal to the charming oak-lined Garden District, stopping to admire the lavish historic homes of New Orleans, and talk about some of their most famous occupants. History, architecture, celebrities; this neighborhood has it all! Tour length: Approximately 9 mi. Paved Paradise Tours is a small, owner-operated company that provides a truly local perspective. When you ride with us you are riding with one of the owners, ensuring that your experience is of the highest quality. See the city through the eyes of someone who loves what they do, loves the City of New Orleans, and wants you to love it too.

We will be touring all around the Historic French Quarter and 2 historic surrounding neighborhoods of the Marigny and Treme. We will talk about the rich cultures, people and traditions of these neighborhoods that date back to the 1700's. From our beginnings as a Native American trading post to a raughty French penal colony to the rich African culture of music and Mardi Gras revelry, we will cover it all! 300 years of Creole history from a 6th generation New Orleanian! We start at the Mississippi river and take our time strolling through the French Quarter and chronologically move from the Quarter to the Treme and Marigny. Stops such as Jackson square, Congo square, St. Augustine Church and Frenchmen street and on to the French Market. Mid tour we will grab a bite to eat at a local restaurant and continue on to the most historically significant stops in the French quarter and surrounding neighborhoods.

This is a 1.5 to 2 hr. paranormal walking tour with select experienced guides. Your guide might be a local paranormal investigator from the area or a clairvoyant that specializes in tarot card readings or mediumship. You and other guests will walk through various haunted locations in the historic district of Savannah learning about our dark tourism and will be provided various paranormal equipment. We will discuss factual dark history with you and show you how the ghost hunting equipment works. Feel free to bring a cocktail with you for liquid courage if you wish. You will also stop by a haunted bar & restaurant for a bathroom/cocktail break, just be mindful of the spirits there. Come take a walk on the dark side of history with us! We do cleanse you down at the end of the tour before you walk away.

This evening stroll will give an entirely different take, look and feel to the oldest Capital City. “The absolute best tour we've ever taken and we travel the world” “Great way to start the day and visit to Santa Fe” This is performance and experience NOT to be missed and an absolute must do tour. Get one of the most in-depth understanding of Santa Fe, the surrounding area, and the state of New Mexico at large. Victor Romero has deep family roots to northern New Mexico dating back before the arrival the of Spanish over 400 years ago. A truly outstanding New Mexican storyteller of his people, their culture and experience of New Mexico Victor will leave you in awe and laughing as you make your way through this historic and culturally packed city. Victor is a true gem and ambassador of the city of Santa Fe. This tour is HIGHLY RECOMMENDED *A high paced tour as to help acclimate our guest to the 7,200 ft elevation. Drink plenty of WATER the week of travel to help.

During this guided tour in French of SoHo, Greenwich Village and Meatpacking District, we invite you to discover 3 authentic districts of Lower Manhattan! Our French guides, expatriates in New York for years, are keen to make you spend a friendly moment full of original discoveries!

Enjoy a fully narrated city tour of historic New Orleans, where you will visit the world famous French Quarter, Jackson Square, Audubon Park and even uncover the mysteries surrounding Voodoo. Then take to the waters for a cruise on the Mississippi River with the iconic Steamboat NATCHEZ. Enjoy an authentic riverboat experience of a leisurely, two-hour cruise on the mighty Mississippi. Come and discover New Orleans today! The Steamboat NATCHEZ is taking some time off, but her sister vessel, the Riverboat CITY of NEW ORLEANS will be taking her place. You’ll get the same authentic riverboat experience of a leisurely, two-hour cruise on the mighty Mississippi, enjoying traditional live jazz, craft cocktails, and all the beautiful New Orleans sites, while also exploring the newly renovated riverboat. Make sure you check out all four decks – the top deck view is a sight to see!

I am the only person in the US, and possibly the world, that offers this experience. It is both a demonstration and an interactive opportunity where you'll have tons of fun learning about the history of cheese magic and getting to try it yourself. And then you get to eat your fortune!

Explore the diversity of New York on the contrasts tour. Get to know the hidden gems beyond the skyscrapers, this tour reveals the varied wealth of the city. Explore ethnic neighborhoods, unique street art, and the fascinating history of the Big Apple on a journey that celebrates its differences and uniqueness. The contrasts of New York tour reveals the multicultural essence of the city. Places and neighborhoods like Harlem, Bronx, Queens and Brooklyn will show you the rich diversity and authenticity of daily life in the city. Discover "New York is much more than Manhattan"

Step into the glamorous world of Gossip Girl on a 3-hour walking tour of the most iconic filming locations of the hit TV series. From Serena’s dramatic arrival at Grand Central to Chuck Bass’s legendary Empire Hotel, see the Upper East Side like a true insider. Visit iconic Gossip Girl locations and walk in the footsteps of Serena, Blair, and Chuck as you explore their favorite NYC hotspots. Soak in the luxury from The Palace Hotel to high-end boutiques along Madison Avenue, and see where the Upper East Side elite live, shop, and scheme. Strike a pose at the Met Steps, channel your inner Queen B, and snap the ultimate Gossip Girl-inspired photo. Stop by Ladurée for Blair’s favorite French macarons and experience the finer things in life. See Central Park’s most romantic spot, Bethesda Terrace, the dreamy backdrop for some of the most iconic Gossip Girl moments.

In Salem, Massachusetts in the late 1690s, a man & a woman fall in love. But shortly before the wedding, the man finds a magic spell in his fiancée’s handwriting - the spell was to make him fall in love with her by unnatural means. He rejects her & calls off the wedding, calling her an evil witch. “I'll show you an evil witch!” she vows & turns him into a vampire, but that isn’t all: he finds his coffin impossible to open! Now it’s up to you & your team to uncover the secrets of their love affair & help the vampire reclaim his coffin.

We will visit the U.S. capital on a full tour to Washington, D.C., touring the nation’s most important monuments. We will leave Manhattan with a guide in Spanish, crossing New Jersey, Delaware and Maryland until we reach Virginia. Our first stop will be Arlington National Cemetery, where John F. Kennedy and historical figures rest. Then we will visit the Iwo Jima Memorial and arrive at the National Mall to see the Lincoln Memorial, the Vietnam Memorial, the Korea Memorial and the reflective pool next to the Washington Obelisk. We will continue to the Federal Reserve, the OAS, the International Red Cross and the White House at an outside stop. Then we will visit the Ford Theater, FBI headquarters and the southern part of the Capitol. You will have free time for lunch before returning to New York, ending in Times Square. Weather permitting, we'll make a stop at the Weehawken viewpoint.

Embark on the Hamilton & Washington Revolutionary tour, a captivating journey through history led by a seasoned New York City tour guide and historian with over 25 years of expertise. Immerse yourself in the vibrant past as American history unfolds on the streets where it happened. Stroll through historic Lower Manhattan, where the lives and partnership of Hamilton and Washington come to life. Experience pivotal moments such as the first reading of the Declaration of Independence and the ensuing revolt. Pay tribute to American soldiers in the stirring aftermath of the Battle of Brooklyn. Celebrate the ratification of the Constitution and marvel at Hamilton’s masterful Compromise of 1790. Stand in awe at the site of Washington’s momentous inauguration, delve into the dramatic duel between Hamilton and Aaron Burr, and honor the legacy of the Hamiltons at their final resting place. Join us for an unforgettable journey through America’s founding era, where every step tells a story.

Infectious outbreaks have plagued New Orleans for centuries, and if you're a bit curious about the strange history of our city, you'll want to look no further than our relationship with disease. We'll take you on a historic and strange tour of the squalid conditions of mass disease that New Orleans has encountered. As well, we'll tell inspiring tales of coping with filthy and foul conditions. Walk with us to uncover how epidemics such as Yellow Fever, Cholera, and more have infected our inhabitants and how our resilient city recovered. We'll talk about odd medical practices of long ago, including how voodoo and religion played a part in trying to contain the "uncontainable." Included in the tour is a walk through the French Quarter to see where it all went down.