WHAT TO PACK
Packing for the Rose Parade tour requires a certain amount of flexibility. Dress should be comfortable and include at least one pair of walking shoes. Due to changeable weather conditions, we recommend dressing in layers for versatility. Evening restaurants and activities range from classy casual to informal along the way. On New Year’s Eve you will attend a Gala event including hats, party favors, and music, music, music. Cocktail or business-casual attire is suggested for this evening. A light jacket or raincoat, umbrella, hat and sunscreen are also recommended.
WEATHER
Temperatures in Southern California are typically quite pleasant at this time of year. Daytime highs tend to range in the 60s to 70s. Evening temperatures may dip down into the 50s.
ACTIVITY LEVEL
For the most part, walking on this tour will be easy to moderate. A limited number of wheelchairs are available for rent upon request (advance notice is required).
GRATUITIES
We feel that gratuities should be a personal expression of satisfaction and gratitude. If you are happy with the service you receive, we recommend $5 per person, per day for the coach driver and $8 per person, per day for tour directors.
INCLUDED MEALS
Your tour package guarantees a delightful start to each day with a complimentary breakfast. For comprehensive information about other included meals, refer to your itinerary. In case you haven't conveyed any dietary restrictions, kindly reach out to us via email at info@sportstravelandtours.com or give us a call at (800) 662-4424 at least two weeks before your journey.
SPECIAL REQUESTS
We will do everything we can to grant special requests, but two weeks advance notice is required. This includes special rooms at the hotel, seating at the Rose Parade, and special dietary requirements. Requests made on site during the tour will not be accommodated.
CURRENT COVID MANDATES
Currently California no longer requires masks to be worn at all times indoors or outdoors, regardless of vaccination status. In accordance with the Los Angeles County and Orange County Department of Public Health, they strongly recommend that all visitors continue wearing masks while indoors and ask that individual choices are respected.
