Welcome to Saint Louis! There is so much to see and do while in Saint Louis, literally something for everyone. Ride 630 feet to the top of the Arch, marvel at the beauty of the Missouri Botanical Garden, get up close and personal with a Clydesdale at the Anheuser-Busch Brewery, explore one of the largest urban parks in the country or sample fine cuisine in some of the unique and eclectic neighborhoods that give Saint Louis its personality. Whatever you decide, we hope you enjoy your time in our beautiful and exciting city.

Tour descriptions and a tour order form may also be found online at www.destinationstlouis.com/peo.htm

Daytime Tours
All daytime tours will depart from and return to America’s Center.

1. Gateway to Saint Louis

Includes a tram ride at the Gateway Arch and a stop at the New Cathedral in Midtown.

Trace the history of Saint Louis beginning with the city’s original settlement, Laclede’s Landing. It is now a nine-block historic district filled with renovated turn-of-the-century buildings. Then visit the famous Gateway Arch, the Nation’s tallest monument, which commemorates the gateway to the west for thousands of 19th century pioneers. Take a tram ride to the top for a unique bird’s eye view of the city or watch a documentary on how this magnificent steel structure was created. Enjoy views of the Old Cathedral, the oldest cathedral west of the Mississippi, and the Old Courthouse, the setting of the Dred Scott Freedom Trials. You will also pass Busch Stadium, home of the St. Louis Cardinals and St. Louis Union Station, which was once the busiest rail terminal in the world. At the Cathedral Basilica of Saint Louis, also known as the New Cathedral, view one of the largest collections of mosaics in the world—84,000 square feet in 8,000 shades of color! Explore the historic Central West End neighborhood and neighboring mansions, fine examples of the “Golden Age” of Saint Louis at the turn of the century. Drive through Forest Park which is home to many of Saint Louis’ favorite attractions and was the site of the 1904 World’s Fair.

Offered:   #1A - Tuesday, September 27 from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
               #1B - Wednesday, September 28 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
             #1C - Wednesday, September 28 from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
               #1D - Thursday, September 29 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
               #1E - Friday, September 30 from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
                 #1F - Saturday, October 1 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Cost: $46/person

2. Beautiful Blooms & Historic Homes

Includes admission to the Missouri Botanical Garden with a private guided tram tour and driving overview through Compton Heights, Lafayette Square and Soulard.

The oldest botanical garden in the country and a National Historic Landmark, the Missouri Botanical Garden has been internationally recognized for horticulture, education and scientific research since its founding in 1859. A guided tram tour will wind its way through the 79 acres of flora from a variety of diverse climates. Visit the Climatron, the first geodesic dome greenhouse based on Buckminster Fuller’s futuristic design, or visit the 14-acre Japanese Garden, considered one of the finest outside of Japan. Then explore the real character of Saint Louis through three of its most historic neighborhoods. The first neighborhood, Compton Heights, was developed in the late 19th century by the newly wealthy German beer barons. Lafayette Square features renovated Victorian mansions and row houses which surround Lafayette Park, the oldest public park west of the Mississippi. Soulard is a delightful, old working-class neighborhood, which boasts the oldest continuous farmers market west of the Mississippi River and is also home to the Anhueser-Busch Brewery Complex.

Offered: #2A - Tuesday, September 27 from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
#2B - Wednesday, September 28 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Cost: $58/person

3. Missouri Botanical Garden

Includes admission to the Missouri Botanical Garden with a private guided tram tour.

Offered: #3A - Thursday, September 29 from 8:30 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
#3B - Friday, September 30 from 1:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Cost: $57/person

4. Forest Park – Half Day

Includes Forest Park overview with timed shuttle stops at the Missouri History Museum, Saint Louis Zoo, Saint Louis Art Museum and the Saint Louis Science Center. Select one attraction to tour on own.

“Meet Me in Saint Louis” at Forest Park–the site of the 1904 World’s Fair and one of the largest city parks in the country. Today, Forest Park is home to many of Saint Louis’ famous and free attractions including the world-renowned Saint Louis Zoo, the Saint Louis Art Museum, the Missouri History Museum, the Saint Louis Science Center and the Muny, the largest outdoor theater in the country. Following a driving and historical overview, visit one of the attractions located within Forest Park. Choose from the Missouri History Museum at the Jefferson Memorial where you can explore the history of Saint Louis from 1764 to the present, including the Lewis & Clark Expedition and the early days of aviation with Charles Lindbergh’s historic transatlantic flight or the award-winning, 90-acre Saint Louis Zoo. You may also visit the Saint Louis Art Museum, which is widely considered one of the top ten art museums in the country, or the Saint Louis Science Center* where adults and children alike learn of the wonders of science and technology through hands-on exhibits.

*Additional fees are required for the Omnimax and the Planetarium if guests choose to visit on own.

Offered:   #4A - Thursday, September 29 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
                #4B - Thursday, September 29 from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
                #4C - Friday, September 30 from 8:30 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
                #4D - Saturday, October 1 from 1:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.

Cost: $30/person

5. Forest Park – Full Day

Includes Forest Park overview with timed shuttle stops at the Missouri History Museum, Saint Louis Zoo, Saint Louis Art Museum and the Saint Louis Science Center. Lunch is available on own at each attraction.

Instead of visiting just one of the attractions in Forest Park, allow yourself the opportunity to explore the entire Park at your leisure on this full-day outing to the site of the 1904 World’s Fair. This tour offers multiple stops at all attractions included in the half day version of the tour. Lunch will be available on own at each attraction.

Offered: #5 - Wednesday, September 28 from 8:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.

Cost: $40/person

6. Brewery & Arch Tour

Includes a tour of the Anheuser-Busch Brewery and a tram ride or movie at the Gateway Arch.

Learn about the rich history of the colorful Busch family en route to the home of the King of Beers—the Anheuser-Busch Brewery. Situated in a 100-acre complex with over 70 red brick structures, the Brewery buildings are known for their unique architecture and several are National Historic Landmarks. During the tour, you will see the World Famous Clydesdales, the Fermentation Building, the Packaging and Bottling Plant, the Brew House and a film about the brewing process. Complete your visit with a stop in the hospitality room to sample the family of Anheuser-Busch products. Then visit the famous Gateway Arch, the Nation’s tallest monument, which commemorates the gateway to the west for thousands of 19th century pioneers. Take a tram ride to the top for a unique bird’s eye view of the city or watch a documentary on how this magnificent steel structure was created.

Offered: #6A - Wednesday, September 28 from 9:00 a.m. – 1:30 p.m.
#6B - Thursday, September 29 from 1:00 p.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Cost: $45/person

7. Baseball & Beer Tour

Includes a tour of Busch Stadium, seated lunch at Hannegan’s Restaurant and Pub and tour of the Anheuser-Busch Brewery.

Tour availability pending St. Louis Cardinals 2011 playoff schedule.

Start the day at Busch Stadium, the 2009 home of the MLB All-Star Game and the permanent home of the St. Louis Cardinals. The ballpark offers seating for more than 40,000 fans and was constructed to showcase the beautiful skyline of downtown Saint Louis and the colorful history of the Cardinals. Enjoy a behind-the-scenes look at the inner mechanical workings of the ballpark, the dugout, the locker room and the press boxes. Then it is off to lunch at Hannegan’s Restaurant and Pub, located in historic Laclede's Landing. Following lunch, learn about the rich history of the colorful Busch family en route to the home of the King of Beers—the Anheuser-Busch Brewery. Situated in a 100-acre complex with over 70 red brick structures, the Brewery buildings are known for their unique architecture and several are National Historic Landmarks. During the tour, you will see the World Famous Clydesdales, the Fermentation Building, the Packaging and Bottling Plant, the Brew House and a film about the brewing process. Complete your visit with a stop in the hospitality room to sample the family of Anheuser-Busch products.

Offered: #7 - Friday, September 30 from 9:00 a.m.–3:00 p.m.

Cost: $73/person

8. Golfing in Forest Park–Norman K. Probstein Golf Course

Includes green fees for 18 holes, golf cart, range balls and boxed lunch.

Rental clubs are available at $30.00 per set. Golfers to notify Destination St. Louis by Thursday, September 15, should they need to rent clubs. A limited number of left-handed clubs are available.

Enjoy a day playing golf at the Norman K. Probstein Golf Course, one of the finest public courses in the country. This 27-hole picturesque golf course sits in the middle of Forest Park, site of the 1904 World’s Fair, and one of the largest city parks in the country. The course was redesigned in 2003 by Hale Irwin Golf Services Inc., who reconfigured the 27 holes as three nine-hole courses, which can be combined to be played as 18 holes, lending more variety and flexibility for golfers of all ages and abilities. All three courses have lush zoysia fairways and are par 35.

Offered: #8 - Thursday, September 29 from 7:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m.

Cost: $122/person

9. A Tale of Three Rivers

Includes tours of the Lewis and Clark Confluence Tower, the National Great Rivers Museum, the Melvin Price Locks and Dam, a visit to the Jones Confluence Point State Park and a boxed lunch.

Pending inclement weather forecast, tour may be subject to cancellation 24 hours prior to tour departure.

Your day begins at the Lewis and Clark Confluence Tower as you take in a spectacular panoramic view of where the Mississippi and Missouri rivers meet. A grassroots group of citizens commemorated the bicentennial celebration of the Lewis & Clark Expedition with a structure that honors the site where the duo courageously set out west in 1804. Next, visit the National Great Rivers Museum and the Melvin Price Locks and Dam, a key intersection on the inland waterway navigation system. Enjoy a docent-led tour to explain the intricate workings of the lock and dam system with a bird’s eye view of its operation. Then depart for the Jones Confluence Point State Park where you will see the exact point where the Mississippi River and the Missouri River become one. Explore the outdoor interpretive exhibits that explain the role the rivers played in the Lewis and Clark Expedition. End the day with a ride along the Great River Road. Located at the confluence of the Mississippi and Illinois rivers, Grafton, Illinois, has been the quintessential river town since its founding in 1832. Time permitting, the motorcoach will stop briefly in this quaint community before returning to Saint Louis.

Offered: #9 - Saturday, October 1 from 9:00 a.m.–5:00 p.m.

Cost: $68/person

Friday Evening Tours
All evening tours will depart from America’s Center and return to downtown hotels.

10. Historic Lafayette Square

Includes a brief overview of Lafayette Square with dinner
on own. Motorcoach to depart promptly from the area
at 9:00 p.m.

A mile away from downtown and the banks of the Mississippi River is Lafayette Square, the first official suburb of Saint Louis. Its Victorian architecture and manicured park made Lafayette Square the place to be in the late 1800s. In 1896 a tornado reduced many of the homes in the area to rubble. As a result, many residents decided to rebuild their lives in a different area of the city and eventually the neighborhood was abandoned. Plans were made to bulldoze most of the neighborhood to build a new highway in Saint Louis, but urban pioneers and historic preservationists banded together to save this troubled neighborhood. Today Lafayette Square is again thriving and is listed as a National Historic Area. After the overview, enjoy time to browse and dinner on own at one of the restaurants located in the Lafayette Square area.

Lafayette Square restaurant options include Bailey’s Chocolate Bar, Arcelia’s, Sqwires, Eleven Eleven Mississippi, Vin de Set, Lafayette Fire Company No. 1 and Square One Brewery. For restaurants accepting reservations, the suggested reservation times are between 6:45 p.m.–7:15 p.m. Early reservations are encouraged. Online dinner reservations may be made at some restaurants via www.opentable.com.

Offered: #10 - Friday, September 30, 2011 from 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Cost: $43/person

11. Delights of the Central West End

Includes a brief overview of Forest Park and Central West End with dinner on own. Enjoy dessert or an after-dinner drink at Bissinger’s: A Chocolate Experience, voucher included. Motorcoach to depart promptly from the area at 9:00 p.m.

“Meet Me in Saint Louis” at Forest Park—the site of the 1904 World’s Fair and one of the largest city parks in the country. Today, Forest Park is home to the world-renowned Saint Louis Zoo, the Saint Louis Art Museum, the Missouri History Museum, the Saint Louis Science Center and the Muny, the largest outdoor theater in the country. Following a driving tour of Forest Park, explore the historic Central West End, one of the most fashionable areas of the city. Reflecting Saint Louis’ architectural history, this neighborhood is brimming with restaurants and interesting shopping opportunities. Enjoy time to browse and dinner on own at one of the many restaurants located in the Central West End. After dinner you may enjoy a stop at Bissinger’s: A Chocolate Experience. This chocolate lounge offers guests fine chocolates, mini chocolate flights, plated desserts and a variety of drink items ranging from chocolate milk and custom blended coffees to a selection of liqueurs. A Saint Louis institution, Bissinger’s has been handcrafting chocolate in the Central West End since 1927.

Central West End restaurant options include Bar Italia, Drunken Fish, Culpepper’s, Liluma Restaurant, Herbie’s Vintage 72, Scape Bistro, Duffs, Sub Zero Vodka Bar, Pi2 and Wildflower. For restaurants accepting reservations, the suggested reservation times are between 6:45 p.m.–7:15 p.m. Early reservations are encouraged. Online dinner reservations may be made at some restaurants via www.opentable.com.

Offered: #11 - Friday, September 30 from 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Cost: $41/person

12. Shop til’ You Drop–Saint Louis Galleria & The Boulevard

Includes shopping and dinner on own at the Saint Louis Galleria or The Boulevard. Motorcoach to depart promptly from the area at 9:00 p.m.

Calling all shoppers—tonight is your night! Get ready to cover a lot of ground as you visit the 1.2 million square-foot Saint Louis Galleria and The Boulevard. You are sure to find something to take home with you from Dillard’s, Macy’s, Ann Taylor, Brooks Brothers, Banana Republic, Eddie Bauer, Crate and Barrel and countless others. Before hitting the stores you may enjoy dinner on own at one of the following restaurants located in or near the mall.

Restaurant options include California Pizza Kitchen, The Cheesecake Factory, Five Guys Burgers and Fries, Saint Louis Bread Company, Maggiano’s Little Italy and P.F. Chang’s China Bistro. For restaurants accepting reservations, the suggested reservation times are between 6:45 p.m.–7:15 p.m. Early reservations are encouraged. Online dinner reservations may be made at some restaurants via www.opentable.com.

Offered: #12 - Friday, September 30 from 6:00 p.m. – 9:30 p.m.

Cost: $30/person

13. Dining and Dancing on the Mississippi

Includes a brief overview of Citygarden and a Gateway Riverboat dinner cruise. A cash bar will be available.

En route to the riverboat pass by Citygarden, a unique urban oasis where visitors can connect with art, design, plants and trees. Experience the “mighty” Mississippi first-hand during a Gateway Riverboat dinner cruise aboard an authentic paddle wheeler. During the two-hour cruise view the dramatic Saint Louis skyline, enjoy a delicious seated prime rib dinner and be entertained by one of Saint Louis’ best Dixieland bands.

Offered: #13 - Friday, September 30 from 6:00 p.m. – 10:30 p.m.

Cost: $91/person

Multi-Day Tours
Destination St. Louis will cancel the COTTEY COLLEGE & KANSAS CITY TOUR and/or HANNIBAL & MOUNT PLEASANT TOUR on September 9 if tour minimums are not met.

Destination St. Louis will cancel the BRIGHT LIGHTS OF BRANSON TOUR on July 29 if tour minimums are not met.

Guests are responsible for making hotel reservations in Saint Louis for the evening the multi-day tours return to Saint Louis (either Monday, October 3 or Tuesday, October 4). Suggested downtown hotels include Renaissance Grand Hotel, Drury Inn & Suites Saint Louis Convention Center, Hilton Saint Louis at the Ballpark and the Hyatt Regency Saint Louis at the Arch. Suggested airport hotels include Hilton Saint Louis Airport, Renaissance Saint Louis Hotel Airport and the Saint Louis Airport Marriott.

A P.E.O. roommate will be assigned for those wanting to share a room. See tour order form.
P.E.O. attendee is responsible for guaranteeing all room incidentals with personal credit card upon group check-in.
All multi-day tours will depart from the P.E.O. downtown hotels and return to downtown or airport hotels (as requested).

14. Cottey College & Kansas City Tour

Includes roundtrip transportation to Cottey College, boxed lunch, campus tour, dinner at BIL House, evening performance, overnight accommodations, breakfast with President Dr. Judy Rogers, tour of the Country Club Plaza in Kansas City with time for shopping and lunch on own and dinner at Cracker Barrel Old Country Store en route to Saint Louis.

Today’s adventure includes a trip to Nevada, Missouri (275 miles from Saint Louis) to view Cottey College. Guests will enjoy an interactive tour of the campus, which occupies 14 buildings on 11 city blocks and also features a 33-acre wooded recreational area with lodge. Guests will dine with Leadership Students at BIL House. Following dinner, guests will be transported to the hotel to check-in and freshen up before the evening festivities back on campus. With its charming décor and comfortable amenities, the Country Inn & Suites provides a warm and welcoming atmosphere. Monday morning breakfast will be back on campus with President Dr. Judy Rogers. Next, it’s off to Kansas City. Enjoy a tour of the Country Club Plaza, a 15-block district with more than 150 shops and dozens of restaurants. Following the tour, there will be time for shopping and lunch on own. En route back to Saint Louis dinner is included at the Cracker Barrel Old Country Store.

Depart: Depart Sunday, October 2 – Depart Saint Louis 8:30 a.m.

Return: Monday, October 3 – Arrive Saint Louis 8:30 p.m.

Cost: $386/person based on single occupancy; $312/person based
on double occupancy

15. Hannibal & Iowa Wesleyan College

Includes transportation to Hannibal, Missouri and Mount Pleasant, Iowa, Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum and Hannibal Trolley Tour admissions, shopping and lunch on own, dinner at Garth Woodside Manor, overnight accommodations, breakfast, tour of Iowa Wesleyan College campus with 2009-11 International President Elizabeth Garrels, lunch, views of historic P.E.O. sites and dinner at the Hometown Buffet en route to Saint Louis.

Get ready for a day packed with the history of Hannibal, Missouri (150 miles from Saint Louis), home of Samuel Langhorne Clemens—the famous Mark Twain. A self-guided tour of the Mark Twain Boyhood Home & Museum gives you the chance to explore the Hannibal of Clemens’ childhood and experience the beloved stories he created through the power of his imagination. Enjoy time shopping and lunch on own in the Hannibal Historic District. Next, rejoin your group and take an old fashioned trolley ride as you relive more adventures of Mark Twain. An early dinner awaits you at the Garth Woodside Mansion. After dinner, continue on your journey to the Best Western in Mount Pleasant, Iowa.

Enjoy breakfast before your visit to Mount Pleasant and Iowa Wesleyan College, the birthplace of the P.E.O. Sisterhood. Join our special guest, 2009-2011 International President, Elizabeth Garrels, for a tour of her hometown. Walk the paths taken by the Founders, visit the Memory Rooms in Old Main and view the artifacts dating to the earliest days of P.E.O. The tour will also include the P.E.O. Memorial Building, the Harlan-Lincoln House and lunch at Iowa Wesleyan. Next, tour Mount Pleasant where historical P.E.O. sites will be featured along with the homes where the Founders lived. After the tour, reboard the motorcoach for your return trip to Saint Louis. As you near Saint Louis, enjoy dinner at the Hometown Buffet.

Depart: Sunday, October 2 – Depart Saint Louis 9:00 a.m.

Return: Monday, October 3 – Arrive Saint Louis 8:30 p.m.

Cost: $401/person based on single occupancy; $339/person based
on double occupancy

16. Bright Lights of Branson

Includes roundtrip transportation to Branson, Missouri, lunch en route, dinner at Charlie’s Steak, Ribs and Ale, Shoji Tabuchi Show, daily breakfast, area guided tour, lunch at MacFarlain’s Family Restaurant, the Titanic exhibit, shopping and dinner on own, the Jim Stafford Comedy Show, Showboat Branson Belle Luncheon Cruise and dinner at Hometown Buffet en route to Saint Louis.

Day 1: Sunday, October 2

Sit back, relax and enjoy the motorcoach drive to Branson, Missouri (250 miles from Saint Louis) which is nestled in the heart of the Ozark Mountains and home to some of the most picturesque and breathtaking natural views in the country. Enjoy lunch at Lambert’s Café. Upon arrival, check into the newly renovated Barrington Hotel & Suites. Take time to unpack and freshen up before your evening events. Enjoy dinner at Charlie’s Steak, Ribs and Ale before the Shoji Tabuchi Show which features exciting musical and variety entertainment in a palatial setting. It’s a colossal show that no visitor to Branson should miss.

Day 2: Monday, October 3

Enjoy breakfast at the hotel before boarding the motorcoach. Your day begins with a guided area tour including the history of Branson with views of College of the Ozarks, Table Rock Dam, trout hatchery and Shepherd of the Hills Farm. Lunch will be served at MacFarlain’s Family Restaurant which is famous for its legendary Ozark cuisine. Your next stop is the Titanic, the world’s largest museum attraction. Towering 100 feet above street-level, this ship-shaped family adventure is a must see attraction. The Titanic houses over 400 priceless artifacts and historic treasures and allows each visitor to encounter the personal heroic and tragic stories of its passengers. This emotional journey allows guests to walk the Grand Staircase, see a first class stateroom, touch an iceberg and look back in time through the exclusive Father Browne photographic collection. Need a break from the fun? The motorcoach will take guests back to the hotel. Or, discover uncharted waterfront shopping, dining and entertainment adventures at Branson Landing including Belk Department Store, Bass Pro Shops and over 100 specialty stores and restaurants. Dinner is on your own before the show. Tonight’s activity includes the critically acclaimed Jim Stafford Show. The Victor Borge of the guitar creates hilarious antics from everyday life. Famous for his million-selling records Spiders & Snakes, Cow Patti and the infamous My Girl Bill, only Jim can combine hysterical comedy with masterful performances on the classical guitar and heart-warming stories of the human spirit.

Day 3: Tuesday, October 4

Enjoy breakfast and some free time before checking out of the hotel. Today you will step aboard the Queen of the Ozarks, the Showboat Branson Belle, for a luncheon cruise. Enjoy a two hour cruise of Table Rock Lake featuring a 3-course lunch with entertainment unlike any other show in Branson. After the cruise reboard the motorcoach for your trip back to Saint Louis. Dinner will be included at the Hometown Buffet as you get closer to the city.

Depart: Sunday, October 2 – Depart Saint Louis 8:30 a.m.

Return: Tuesday, October 4 – Arrive Saint Louis 8:00 p.m.

Cost: $644/person based on single occupancy
$550/person based on double occupancy

2011 P.E.O. Sisterhood Tour Program
Terms & Conditions

The advance registration deadline for all tours, except for the Tour #16—Bright Lights of Branson Multi-Day Tour is Friday, September 9, 2011. The advance registration deadline for the Bright Lights of Branson Multi-Day Tour is Friday, July 29, 2011.
Tour space is limited; please register in advance. Advance reservations may be submitted to the Destination St. Louis office via postal mail or fax. Online registration is available at www.destinationstlouis.com/peo.htm. Tours may not be reserved via telephone.
Pending availability, tour tickets may be available for purchase on-site, and an additional $3 per ticket will be added to the price of each ticket. Visa, MasterCard,
American Express, Discover and personal checks written from a United States bank will be accepted for advance payment. All prices are listed in US Dollars and reflect a 4 percent cash/check discount. This 4 percent discount will be added back to all amounts paid by credit card.
Full payment is required at the time of booking. Checks should be made payable to Destination St. Louis, Inc. There will be a $35 charge for all returned checks. Charges will appear as “Destination St. Louis, Inc.” on your credit card statement. All credit card payments will be processed after the advance registration deadline. Credit card receipts will be enclosed with the tour tickets.
All tour prices are inclusive of roundtrip transportation, escort and/or tour guide services, bottled water (daytime tours only), applicable taxes, all appropriate gratuities and pre-registration and on-site coordination services. The additional items included with each tour are listed before the individual tour description. The rates shown are Destination St. Louis rates and not the rates of any other entity.
Registrants will receive a tour confirmation via email within two weeks of their registration being received at the Destination St. Louis office. Confirmations will be faxed or mailed to those without email addresses. Destination St. Louis is not responsible for misdirected mail, faxes or email due to incomplete or illegible registration information.
Cancellations and full refunds, less a $10 handling charge, will be granted upon receipt of written request until Friday, September 9, 2011, except for the tour noted below:
- Bright Lights of Branson—Cancellations must be received by Friday,
July 29, 2011.
Destination St. Louis reserves the right to cancel any tour not meeting minimum requirements for enrollment. Participants may apply the amount of the cancelled tour to another tour option or elect to receive a full refund. Reimbursement for any tours cancelled by Destination St. Louis will be mailed directly to the tour participant following the convention.
Destination St. Louis reserves the right to substitute a tour stop should an attraction become unavailable for reasons outside of our control. Should Tour # 7—Baseball & Beer Tour—be cancelled due to the St. Louis Cardinals playoff schedule, a full refund will be given to all registered participants. Should Tour #9—A Tale of Three Rivers—be cancelled due to inclement weather, a full refund will be given to all registered participants.
Tour information will be posted online at www.destinationstlouis.com/peo.htm.
Tour departure information and ticket pick-up information will be provided with your tour confirmation. Tour tickets will not be mailed and will only be available for pick-up upon arrival in Saint Louis. There will be a tour desk at America’s Center located near the P.E.O. Information Desk and the America’s Center Information Desk.
Destination St. Louis, Inc. is not responsible for lost or damaged articles; accidents; any mishap due to alcohol or drug abuse; disasters; government regulation or advisory; death; injury; illness; fire; disruption; delays, modifications or cancellations caused by weather conditions; or any mechanical or electrical difficulties; strikes; lockouts; acts or threats of terrorism; civil disorder; acts of God; and other events beyond the control of Destination St. Louis, Inc. Destination St. Louis, Inc. will make every effort to conduct the program as described, however, reserves the right to make adjustments to programs without affecting their overall quality.

Published in P.E.O. Record, March - April, 2011

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Daytime Tours All daytime tours will depart from and return to America’s Center.