Hi PSOP travelers. If I haven’t met you yet, I’m Tammy, your new Group Travel Specialist. I’ve spoken to many of you and have learned that there’s great excitement for trips to Hawaii, Ireland, Scotland, and other wonderful destinations. I’ve also heard interest in river cruises and big cruises. I’ve been gathering information speaking to multiple tour partners and have started to form preliminary outlines for several big trips. Please drop in to see me if you’re at PSOP to let me know where you’d like to go! I’m typically here Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday from 9:00 to 2:00. If you’re not able to see me in person, you are welcome to email me at tammy.call@swic.edu or give me a call at 618-234-4410, ext 7021. I’m excited to get to know you and to start traveling together!
DATE CHANGE: The September 15th trip presentations for Canadian Maritimes & Coastal Wonders (Nova Scotia) and Magical Christmas Markets (Austria) have been rescheduled to Tuesday, October 6, 2026, at 1:00. See you there!
PSOP Travel on Facebook – Make sure to check out the PSOP Travel page on Facebook. I’ll routinely post travel tips and information on the 2027 and 2028 trips.
Looking for a fun two-day Fall getaway? Join me on an overnight trip to French Lick, Indiana, November 3-4, 2026. Enjoy hotel accommodations at the French Lick Springs Resort, casino fun, and a visit to the French Lick Winery with an optional distillery tour during our return to Belleville on Wednesday. Trip costs are $255 per person for double occupancy or $350 for single. Costs include your guestroom, breakfast at the Grand Colonnade on Wednesday morning, luggage in & out, service fees, tax, your coach bus, and the driver’s gratuity. All other meals, including an optional group dinner at the German Café Tuesday evening, are on your own. Departure is 9:00 am from the SWIC Campus on Tuesday, arriving back in Belleville at approximately 5:00 pm on Wednesday. A deposit of $100 is due at sign-up, with final payment in full no later than October 15th. Email me at tammy.call@swic.edu or call 618-234-4410/extension 7021 Tuesday through Thursday from 9:00-2:00.
Pacific Northwest & California Trip
June 13, 2027 – June 20, 2027
An 8 day trip, 12 meals, with highlights that include Mount St. Helens Visitor Center, Columbia River Gorge, Hood River, Yaquina Head Lighthouse, Bandon State Natural Area, Rogue River Cruise, Redwood National Park, Avenue of the Giants, San Francisco Bay Cruise. Single rate is $4199. Call Tammy 618-234-4410.
Hawaii Trip
March 3, 2027 – March 11, 2027
An 9 day trip, 12 meals, with highlights that include Waimea Canyon, Wailu River Cruise and Fern Grotto, Hakeakala National Park, Polynesian Lua, Sustainable Farm tour and lunch, and Iao Valley. Single rate is $6999. Call Tammy 618-234-4410.
In the Works:
Upcoming Save The Date:
Discover the Pacific Northwest and California, June 13-20, 2027
Canadian Maritimes and Coastal Wonders, September 3-13, 2027
Magical Christmas Markets, December 1-8, 2027
Tropical Costa Rica, February 2-10, 2028
Reflections of Italy, April 18-27, 2028
All day trip fees include escort, motor coach, entrance fees, taxes and gratuities. Confirmation letters will be mailed about a week prior to the event. If cancellation is received seven working days or less to the start of the trip, and a replacement is found, then a full refund less a $5 processing fee will be given.