Saturday, July 25, 2009

See the Famous Grauman's Chinese Theater with YMT

Are you looking for the perfect destination for a group vacation? Well YMT has an idea….how about Hollywood? On several of our tours, you can discover the glamour behind Los Angeles with stops at places like the famous Grauman’s Chinese Theater. YMT always works to offer you and your group with fantastic destinations and amazing discount all-inclusive packages. Choosing to travel with YMT is the easy part; picking a package when there are so many great ones with great highlights like Grauman’s is the hard part.

Check out the interesting story behind this historic cornerstone of Hollywood.
  • Grand opening was May 18, 1927
  • Open to the public May 19, 1927
  • Most spectacular theater opening in motion picture history
  • Previously, Grauman had built the Million Dollar Theater and Egyptian Theater but still longed to build his dream theater
  • Cost $2,000,000 and 18 months to build
  • Stands 90 feet high
  • Entryway has 2 gigantic red columns and 30-foot stone dragon
  • 2 giant Heaven Dogs from China guard the doors

Hollywood is a must-see for any group seeking excitement and adventure, and the Grauman’s Chinese Theater is a highlight that you definitely won’t want to miss. You can see it on a variety of our vacation options, so we invite you to explore our website to find the one that’s best for you…but don’t wait too long to book your spot on your next vacation with YMT!




Saturday, July 11, 2009

The Getty Center

Looking for a good place to take your group on vacation? YMT offers great all-inclusive group vacation packages to wonderful and exciting destinations. One of our favorite options is the Rose Parade Tour. Choose from our 5-Day or 10-Day options that both feature fantastic highlights, like the Getty Center!

This museum is stunning inside and out. Not only is the artwork inside beautiful, but the building’s architecture is itself a work of art. Here’s some more about the Getty:

  • Includes pre-20th-century European paintings, drawings, sculptures, manuscripts, and decorative arts; and 19th- and 20th-century American and European photographs
  • Houses Vincent van Gogh’s Irises
  • Opened December 16, 1997
  • Also known for its gorgeous gardens and breathtaking views
  • Center also houses the Getty Research Institute, the Getty Conservation Institute, and the Getty Foundation


See the beautiful Getty Center when you book your spot on a YMT Rose Parade Tour today! This is the perfect place to spend a relaxing beautiful day taking in stunning artwork and sites. Our Rose Parade Tours also feature many more equally exciting highlights, so check us out online or call 1-800-922-9000 today!