Majestic Great Lakes
See Niagara Falls up close and personal from the thrilling perspective of a Hornblower vessel, browse Cleveland’s famous and expansive West Side Market, dive—or drive—into automotive history in Detroit, traverse the legendary Soo Locks in Sault Ste. Marie, explore the native traditions of Manitoulin Island, and unwind in idyllic Mackinac Island.
With special host Minnis Ridenour, senior fellow for resource development and executive VP/COO emeritus and his spouse, Louise Ridenour.
See Niagara Falls up close and personal from the thrilling perspective of a Hornblower vessel, browse Cleveland’s famous and expansive West Side Market, dive — or drive — into automotive history in Detroit, traverse the legendary Soo Locks in Sault Ste. Marie, explore the native traditions of Manitoulin Island, and unwind in idyllic Mackinac Island.
- Airfare included.
- Select complimentary shore excursions.
- Includes all onboard food and beverages, alcoholic and non-alcoholic.
- Lectures from an onboard speaker.
Day-by-day itinerary:
- Toronto, Canada
- Niagara Falls (Welland Canal) and scenic sailing of Lake Erie
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Detroit, Michigan
- Scenic sailing of Lake Huron
- Little Current, Manitoulin Island (Georgian Bay)
- Sault Ste. Marie, Michigan (Whitefish Bay and Lake Superior)
- Mackinac Island, Michigan
- Scenic sailing of Lake Michigan
- Chicago, Illinois
Minnis E. Ridenour and Louise L. Ridenour
Senior Fellow for Resource Development Executive Vice President Chief Operating Officer Emeritus
Minnis has been with the Virginia Tech for over 44 years. He retired from full-time service in 2005 after serving as the rxecutive vice president and chief operating officer for the university.
Minnis continues to serve the university in the role of senior fellow, leading a group of doctoral students in work that supports major initiatives for the university. This includes the Moss Arts Center and Institute for Creativity, Arts, and Technology (ICAT), assisting the Board of Visitors with the 2013 presidential search, guiding and supporting the Beyond Boundaries Initiative, and providing leadership for current efforts to support the development of the Virginia Tech/Carilion Health Sciences Initiative in Roanoke.
Minnis is currently serving as a member of the State Council of Higher Education, and he and his wife, Louise, are actively involved in international volunteer and mission work through the United Methodist Church.
Location
North America
Price
$5,499* (airfare included from select cities)
Dates
July 24 - Aug. 2, 2019
Tour Length
10 days
Tour Operator
Go Next
Tour Type
Lake Cruise
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