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Cross Country Adventure by Bus 2026 – Eastbound

Overnight Tour Summary Report – Cross Country 2026 Date: August 30 – September 25, 2026 Tour Director: Gene Gray Driver: Sean Hatch Starr Motorcoach #: 214  For your reading pleasure, here are Days 19-27. Day 19: Thursday, September 17, 2026  After an early breakfast, we said goodbye to Los Angeles and enjoyed a relaxing, quiet ride. Just south of…

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Cross Country Adventure by Bus 2026 – Westbound

The 2026 Cross Country Tour brought 40 travelers together for an incredible 27-day adventure across America and back! With Starr Tour Director Gene Gray leading his ninth cross-country journey and Driver Sean Hatch returning for his second cross-country trip, the group embarked on a true “Journey of a Lifetime.” From a patriotic send-off in Pennsylvania…

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Top Questions Asked by Our Customers—Answered by Our Staff  

Planning a trip with Starr? Whether you’re a first-time traveler or a longtime Starr guest, you may have questions about everything from what’s included in your trip to where you’ll catch the bus and how seating works.  Our Travel Advisors and staff answer questions from our customers every day, so we’ve gathered some of the…

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How to Choose the Perfect Tour: A Guide to Finding the Vacation That’s Right for You 

Choosing a vacation should be exciting, not overwhelming. With so many incredible destinations, travel styles, and experiences available, it’s easy to wonder, Which tour is right for me?  Whether you’re dreaming of scenic coastlines, bustling cities, relaxing cruises, or once-in-a-lifetime adventures, the best tour is the one that matches your interests, budget, and travel style. At Starr Tours, we’ve been helping travelers create unforgettable…

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Route 66 at 100: The Mother Road and the Story of America 

In 2026, America’s most iconic highway turns 100. Route 66, often called the Mother Road, is more than a stretch of pavement connecting Chicago to Santa Monica. It is a living timeline of American life — shaped by migration, ambition, hardship, and hope. As we celebrate its centennial, Route 66 invites us to reflect on the people, places, and…

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America at 250: Honoring Our Past, Exploring Our Story 

In 2026, the United States will mark an extraordinary milestone — 250 years since our nation’s founding. This Semiquincentennial invites us not only to celebrate, but to reflect. To look back on the moments that shaped our country, to acknowledge both triumph and struggle, and to appreciate how far we’ve come together.  At Starr, we believe travel is one of…

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