About
Background
Nona's love for adventure and travel began at the age of five when her family sailed into New York harbor on a ship coming from South Hampton, England. Graduating from Rollins College in Central Florida with a degree in Foreign Languages/Political Science, Nona was well on her way to starting her own travel business.
How Nona got started
To become fluent in Spanish, Nona entered an exchange student program during college, living in Colombia, South America. There she further discovered her enthusiasm for foreign cultures and traditions. That still holds true today. Over the last 30 years Nona has traveled to every continent and taken groups along with her. Tours by Nona is a family owned and operated company that encompasses her years of experience in the industry as well as her passion for sharing the opportunity for others to see the world.
Plan your adventures
Shades of the English Countryside
featuring London, Cornwall & The Cotswolds
Dates
Jun 24 – Jul 3, 2026
Activity Level
3 - Active
Price Per Person
From $5,599
Duration:
10 days
Travel Style:
Classic
From vibrant London to dramatic landscapes and quintessentially English villages of the Cotswolds, experience the best of the countryside of England. Encounter history, eat like the locals, and discover what English life is like on a journey from the capital to the southwestern coast of England and the Cotswolds.
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Forever Plaid
Sunday, July 26, 2026 $130
Join Tours by Nona as we travel to the west coast and the lovely Suncoast Broadway Dinner Theater. Following a delicious buffet luncheon we’ll enjoy a matinee performance of FOREVER PLAID, one of the most popular and successful musicals in recent memory. This deliciously goofy revue centers on four young, eager male singers killed in a car crash in the 1950's on the way to their first big concert, and now miraculously revived for the posthumous chance to fulfill their dreams and perform the show that never was. Singing in the closest of harmony, squabbling boyishly over the smallest intonations and executing their charmingly outlandish choreography with over-zealous precision, the "Plaids" are a guaranteed smash, with a program of beloved songs and delightful patter that keeps audiences rolling in the aisles when they're not humming along to some of the great nostalgic pop hits of the 1950's, like “Three Coins in a Fountain,” “Chain Gang,” “Scotland the Brave,” & “Love is a Many Splendored Thing.” A must see performance!
Hamilton
Wednesday October 14, 2026
$225 p/p *
HAMILTON is the story of America then told by America now. Featuring a score that blends hip-hop, jazz, R & B and Broadway, HAMILTON has taken the story of American founding father Alexander Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theater – a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics, and education. With book, music and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kali, choreography by Andy Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire, HAMILTONis based on Ron Chernow’s acclaimed biography. It has won Tony, Grammy, and Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama and an unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center Honors. It’s a “must-see” for any theater enthusiast. We have excellent seat location in center Orchestra at the Dr Phillips Center in Orlando. Reserve yours today. You’ll be glad you did! Evening performance
Branson Holiday Spectacular
8 Days November 1-8, 2026 $1649 p/p dbl*
Join us as we travel to our nation’s Entertainment Capital to take in the best the area has to offer plus their super holiday shows. Branson is a treat any time, but it is especially festive at the holidays. Down home cooking, friendly folks and talented people galore make for a number one trip to the number one motor coach destination. Overnight stops en route include Biloxi, Memphis, and Mobile. Super show line up includes:
The Texas Tenors Christmas Show
Hot Rods & Heels
The Branson Belle Christmas Cruise
SIX Christmas Show
Cassandre Morning Show
Miracle of Christmas at Sights & Sounds Theater
Christmas Light Show!
Iceland's Magical Nortnern Lights
Dates
Dec 5 – 11, 2026
Activity Level
3 - Active
Price Per Person
From $4,799
Duration:
7 days
Travel Style:
Classic
Experience the “land of fire and ice” and chase the aurora borealis across an ethereal wonderland. Spend your days surrounded by natural wonders and your nights in search of the elusive dancing lights.
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WICKED
Wednesday, January 6, 2027
$225 p/p *
Long before Dorothy dropped in, two other girls met in the Land of Oz. One, born with emerald green skin, is smart, firey and misunderstood. The other is beautiful, ambitious and very popular. How these two unlikely friends end up as the Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good Witch makes for the most spellbinding new musical in years. WICKED, the untold story of the witches of Oz, features music and lyrics by Stephen Schwartz and is based on the best-selling novel by Gregory Maguire. Join us as we head to the Dr. Phillips Center in Orlando to see this spectacular show. Excellent seats for this evening performance.
John's Pass Seafood Festival
John's Pass Seafood Festival
John's Pass Seafood Festival
Sunday October 25, 2026
$59 per person
Come along for a day full of fun as we travel to the West Coast and the delightful JOHN’S PASS for their 44th Annual Seafood Festival. This turn-of-the-century fishing village is Pinellas County’s #1 attraction. Over 100 merchants inhabit the Village offering unique retail shopping and a variety of delicious restaurants. It’s a tourrrrific day out any time, but especially fun during this annual affair.
Note: lunch is on your own.
Albuquerque Balloon Fiesta
12 days Sept. 29 – Oct. 10, 2026 $3499 p/p dbl
Come along with Tours by Nona as we join guests from around the world heading to Albuquerque to celebrate ballooning! This unique and grand event takes place at their 365-acre Balloon Fiesta Park with 600 hot air balloons, making it the largest ballooning event on earth, the most photographed event on earth and the largest annual international event held in the U.S! We’ll enjoy a mass ascension in which all the balloons are launched in two waves – a most spectacular display of sound and color, and balloon glows where pilots inflate the balloons at night and being lit from within appear as giant holiday ornaments. There are special shapes balloons, fireworks and tons of fun. This beautiful and magical moving picture show of hot air balloons sailing through the blue skies is a must-see event!
AMERICA THE BEAUTIFUL !
15 Days
September 8-22, 2026
HIGHLIGHTS INCLUDE:
Atlanta, GA
St. Louis, MO
The Gateway Arch
Sioux City, IA
Keystone, SD- two nights
Mt. Rushmore
Crazy Horse Memorial
Badlands National Park
Needles Drive (Custer State Park)
Devils Tower
Buffalo, WY
Cody, WY - Buffalo Bill Museum**
Yellowstone National Park – two nights
Grand Tetons National Park
Jackson Hole, WY
Covered Wagon Ride & BBQ Dinner
Cheyenne, WY
Lincoln, NE
Branson, MO – Dinner & Show
Memphis, TN
Atlanta, GA
TOUR PRICE INCLUDES:
v Deluxe Motorcoach transportation
v 14 nights accommodations 3 star or above
v 12 breakfasts / 1 lunch / 4 lite dinners / 3 dinners
v Park entrances & Sightseeing as outlined
v Baggage / TBN Tour Guide
**Optional
ST. AUGUSTINE “Nights of Lights Celebration”
Wednesday, December 2, 2026 $110 p/p
Come along with ToursByNona for a visit to this most historic national landmark. As the oldest, continuously occupied European settlement, St. Augustine has played a most prominent role in our country’s history. In search of the Fountain of Youth Juan Ponce de Leon landed here in 1513 and took possession of the region for Spain. The city’s Spanish heritage is still strongly evident today. From the famous fort to the Oldest School House, you will enjoy every minute in this wonderfully restored coastal town. Our day includes: a private one hour narrated tram tour, free time for shopping and exploring. and an evening tram ride to see the city aglow with Christmas lights! Lunch is on your own.
ESCAPE ! Eastern Caribbean
Experience a fabulous Caribbean cruise on one of the most exciting ships at sea, NCL’s ESCAPE! From award-wining dining to spectacular entertainment to fun activities, and a world-class spa, you will find ways to stay busy or relax from morning til night. Best of all Norwegian is all about freestyle cruising, giving you the freedom of choice. Relax or be adventurous. Dress up or go casual. It’s your vacation!
Ports include: Puerto Plata, St Thomas, Tortola, Great Stirrup Cay.
Rates are p/p dbl.. Transportation to the port is additional. OBC and other perks available at time of sign up.
Inside – $823 Balcony - $1201
Taxes & fees are included additional
PASSPORT IS REQUIRED
PANAMA CANAL ! Discover the “World’s Greatest Shortcut”
PANAMA CANAL ! Discover the “World’s Greatest Shortcut”
17- Day Ocean to Ocean
April 4 – 20, 2027
We invite you aboard the CROWN PRINCESS to experience the canal as only Princess can show you. A dream more than 400 years in the making, the Panama Canal opened in 1914 and this epic man-made marvel changed the world. There’s no better way to discover this colossal wonder than on a Panama Canal cruise. Sail from Ft. Lauderdale to Los Angeles and discover why it has been named in the top ten “Where To Go” attractions. Expert narration will enlighten you as your ship passes through the locks. Ashore there is everything from renowned Mexican ports to Costa Rican rainforests. Ports of call include: Aruba, Puntarenas, Fuerte Amador (for Panama City), Full Canal Transit New Locks, Puerto Chiapas, Huatulco, Puerto Vallarta. Price includes taxes & fees & $60 per cabin OBC. Air is additional. Prices from $1549 p/p Call for rates & reduced deposits.
PASSPORT IS REQUIRED