JOIN AWARD-WINNING MUSIC BRAIN GLENN A. BAKER ON THE MUSIC CRUISE OF A LIFETIME

The city of New Orleans is famous for its
funky music clubs and unique culture.

Travelrite International presents a brand new cruise especially for music and travel lovers, led by none other than ‘Rock Brain of the Universe’, Glenn A. Baker. Music fans are invited to cruise down the Mississippi to experience some of the most influential music sights in the USA for 16 fabulous days from June 22nd to July 10th 2018. Passengers will enjoy the luxury of the largest and most opulent riverboat in the world, the American Queen, and make stops at music hot spots such as New Orleans, Memphis, Nashville, and many more.

The cruise includes a visit to Elvis Presley’s Graceland, the Louisiana Delta Museum, The Stax Museum of American Soul Music, Sun Studios, Fame Studios, New Orleans Studios and the Blues Foundation’s Fall of Fame, New Orleans, and much more. Guests can also enjoy performances at venues including the Grand Ole Opry, the Ground Zero Blues Club and the famous jazz clubs of New Orleans. In each new destination, passengers will be immersed in a musical nirvana, celebrating the birthplaces and historical landmarks of Gospel, Blues, Jazz, Bluegrass, Country and Rock’n’Roll.

Experience first hand the homes, studios and stories of icons such as Elvis Presley, Louis Armstrong, Johnny Cash, Harry Connick Jnr, Aretha Franklin and countless others, while experiencing the unique cultural hotspots of the Deep South.

Guests will be guided by ‘the most thorough and knowledgeable music journalist in the world today’, Glenn A. Baker. Glenn is a three-time winner of the BBC’s Rock Brain of The Universe title, label owner, acclaimed songwriter, nationally syndicated radio presenter, and an author of 17 books. Also a two-time Travel Writer of the Year recipient, Glenn has visited over 120 countries, making him the ideal guide for the American Queen’s voyage into the heart of American blues, rock and soul.

The grand American Queen will take you
through the Deep South in the utmost luxury

"I can't wait to get on board our version of ‘Proud Mary'," said Glenn A. "From a true music fan’s perspective it really doesn’t get much better than this. Not only does the cruise explore so much history, but it takes passengers to the haunts of some of the truly pivotal acts of America's musical history - to the Crossroads where the devil and the blues are supposed to have interconnected, to the recording studios where some of the greatest sounds of the twentieth century were captured. The cities we're visiting were at the centre of, and shaped the face of music for decades. On top of that, it’s going to be a huge amount of fun, with like-minded people indulging their passions and being immersed in the cultures they have long dreamed of.”

The cruise is on board the largest and most opulent steamboat in the world. The American Queen epitomises the grace and grandeur that has made river cruising a cherished American tradition for centuries. With modern amenities combined with traditional décor harking back to the Victorian era, the ship is the most elegant showplace on the river, and includes spectacular revues, cabaret, jazz and blues, as well as a six-piece orchestra. The cruise offers fine dining each night prepared with local produce by celebrated American chefs. On the American Queen, passengers are treated to breakfast every day, along with luxurious five-course dinners with included wine and beer. The ship also boasts a vast library and a two-deck-tall Grand Saloon to showcase the cruise’s Broadway-worthy entertainment.

With a low price including air fares, accommodation, food and drinks on board the ship, world-class entertainment and access to daily sightseeing attractions, the Mississippi River Boat Cruise with Glenn A. Baker is the ultimate experience for any music lover. For further info go to www.travelrite.com.au or ring 1800 630 343.