GILDED AGE MANSIONS, PRINCE’S PAISLEY PARK, MPLS SCULPTURE GARDEN
MAY 28 – 29 , 2023
Enjoy the beauty of our 32nd state! Minnesota contains more than 10,000 lakes, including Lake Itasca, the Mississippi River’s primary source. The “Twin Cities” of Minneapolis and state capital Saint Paul are dense with cultural landmarks like Summit Avenue, the Walker Art Center, a modern art museum, and Prince’s Paisley Park. The Twin Cities are known for their wonderful Foodie restaurants and we will be visiting some of them!
Book Solo and Enjoy Double Occupancy
No need to find a roommate, we will pair you with one of our other fabulous travelers!
Trip Status: Open
Single Occupancy $1,800
Double Occupancy $1,500
Dates:
May 28 – May 29 , 2023
3 Days / 2 Nights
Location: 60 E Broadway, Bloomington, MN 55425, United States
Airport: Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Accommodations: Radisson BLU hotel
Meet your Hostesses
Kim Kalan & Jane Rabe
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Let our team know that you are interested in joining us on this tour. Our team will reach out via email and will be available to chat about this trip.
Make a Reservation
Secure your reservation here. We only take 10-12 women on each trip. Making a reservation is the only way to secure your name to the trip list.
Trip Overview
Day 1 – You will be arriving in Bloomington, MN either by car or flying into MSP airport. Please take the Light Rail to the Mall of America to the Radisson BLU hotel. You will be able to shop at Mall of America & Ikea in the afternoon. We will be meeting for dinner at 6:30 pm at the Fire Lake restaurant located at the hotel. We will enjoy getting to know each other at dinner.
Today’s Highlights:
- Shopping at MOA & Ikea
- Dinner with the group and meeting new friends
Day 2 – We will have breakfast at the hotel and then we will head over to walk Historic Summit Avenue and take a tour of the James J Hill House followed by a picnic lunch in Iconic Sculpture Gardens. Afternoon private tour of Price’s Paisley Park.
Today’s Highlights:
- Breakfast with the group
- Private Walking Tour of Summit Ave and take a tour of James J Hill House (More Gilded Mansions than anywhere else in the world)
- Touring the Walker Art Sculpture Garden
- Seeing the Mary Tyler Moore house
- Touring Prince’s Paisley Park OR American Swedish Institute
Day 3 – We will meet for our final breakfast at the hotel with last minute shopping prior to heading back to the airport via the light rail.
Today’s Highlights:
- Breakfast with the group
- Last minute shopping at MOA
TRIP GALLERY
Pricing and Payment Information
Single Occupancy
$1,800
Double Occupancy
You can come solo but book double occupancy!
We will pair you with one of our other fabulous traveling members.
$1,500
Trip Status
Open
Secure your spot HERE with a $250 deposit
Payment Plan available for this Trip
If booked before April 15, 2023
Beatrice Bradley Payment Terms:
• A $250 deposit is collected at time of booking and the balance is due 90 days prior to event or payment plans start 90 day prior on the 1st and 15th of each month with 4 equal payments minus the initial deposit.
Secure your spot HERE with a $250 deposit
Payment Options
- Payment plan (if the trip is more than 90 days out)
- Pay via ACH to avoid 3% credit card convenience fee
- Pay via credit card – please note a 3% convenience fee will be charged on to the total balance
Included in Price
- Accommodations for 3 nights/4 days
- Breakfasts and Dinners – Lunches will be “on your own”
- Transportation to the special excursions and dinners
Included Meals
- 4 Breakfast
- 3 Dinners
Not Included in Price
- Transportation to Bloomington, MN – free shuttle from airport to MOA is available
- Parking fees (if driving to Bloomington, MN)
- Admittance to Walker Art Center
- Lunches – on own
Secure your spot HERE with a $250 deposit
Payment Terms
- Full Trip Balance is due if the Trip is passed the payment plan window of 90 days
- Cancellations made less than 30 days prior to arrival forfeits entire payment.
- Cancellations made less than 60 days prior to arrival a 50% fee charged and balance is held on credit for future travel.
- Cancellations made 90 days prior to the event full refund is given and Deposit is transferred to a new trip of choosing.
Flight Details
Airfare is not included in any of our Beatrice Bradley Adventures
Airport Pick up is included when arriving at the designated airport within the specified pick up window.
Arrival Airport: Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Arrival Date: May 28, 2023. Arrive no later than 3:00 pm.
Departure Airport: Minneapolis−Saint Paul International Airport (MSP)
Departure Date: May 29, 2023. Depart after 3:00 pm
Frequently Asked Questions
What if I can not find a arrival flight before designated arrival window?
Our trips are typically only 4-6 days in length so we really try to make the most out of our time together. The first night we host a special Welcome Dinner where you really kick off the fun and start to get acquainted. However, we understand that it is not always possible to find a flight that works. There are a few options.
1. let our team know ASAP and its possible we can accommodate for it. In some situations there is a hotel shuttle or taxi that can be taken. However, some airports are too far from our destination for shuttle or taxi services, so it is important that you let our team know ASAP
2. Arrive a day early
- You will be responsible for your own transportation and hotel arrangements during that time
- Please let our team know if you would like to stay at the same hotel and we can help arrange it
What if I can not find a departure flight before designated departure window?
Our trips are typically only 4-6 days in length so we really try to make the most out of our time together. We have scheduled tours or meals the day of departure so it is possible that if you have a flight earlier than designated departure time that you will miss part of the tour. We would recommended tying to stay an extra night. Please note that you are responsible for all ground transportation for your departure if your departure is outside of designated window.
Please call 763-784-8291 with any questions or concerns
Other Information
Activity Level
Standing, Walking Tours
Packing
Maine Average High/Low in October: 58 degrees/38 degrees
Transportation
All ground transportation is included
Covid Policy
We do not require you to be vaccinated nor tested to book a trip with Beatrice Bradley. We do not require you to wear a mask. However, we can not control the state, local and federal restrictions. Please make sure to check airline and travel restrictions when booking your ticket.
Tipping
Tips for your local tour guides (not your hostess) is your responsibly unless noted otherwise
Tips for your Hostess: Our Hostess and Trip Coordinator work extremely hard to make each and every trip run smoothly. Tipping is never required but always welcome.