Give the Gift of Travel: The FUN BUS Holiday Gift Guide
Have someone on your Christmas list who is hard to shop for? Give them a day they will be excited to put on the calendar. A riverboat brunch with Mom, a weekend in bourbon country with Dad, or a trip with your best friends can become a gift you all get to enjoy.
We put together a few FUN BUS gift ideas for the people on your list, from December getaways to adventures in 2027. Pick a trip that fits their interests, or give a FUN BUS gift card and let them choose.
For Mom: A Day Together
Mother’s Day Riverboat Cruise & Brunch | May 9, 2027
Give Mom her Mother’s Day plans for Christmas. Travel to Cincinnati for a BB Riverboats brunch cruise with Ohio River and skyline views. Brunch, a souvenir photo, and a special FUN BUS keepsake gift are included. It is a lovely reason to put a day together on the calendar now.
Amish Berlin Bake-About | March 18, 2027
For the mom who enjoys a bakery stop, a little shopping, and a home-cooked meal, spend a day in Holmes County. Browse Walnut Creek Flea Market and Walnut Creek Cheese, take a guided backroads tour with visits to Amish homes, collect fresh baked goods, and finish with dinner in an Amish family’s home.
For Dad: Bourbon Country or Game Day
Barrels, Bourbon & Kentucky Spirit | March 19–21, 2027
If Dad enjoys bourbon, history, and a good meal, this three-day Kentucky getaway gives him plenty to look forward to. The itinerary includes Bardstown, My Old Kentucky Home, Old Talbott Tavern, My Old Kentucky Dinner Train, and brunch at Holly Hill Inn. This is a gift you could plan together with siblings or turn into a weekend away with Dad.
The Battle for Ohio: Browns vs. Bengals | January 9 or 10, 2027
For the football fan on your list, make it a game-day gift in Cincinnati. Wear your team colors and ride with fellow fans while FUN BUS handles the drive. The trip is listed for January 9 or 10, with the final game date and kickoff still to be confirmed. The recipient needs to be available for either date.
For Blue Jackets Fans: Take the Team Spirit on the Road
A Grand Ole Hockey Weekend: Nashville | December 4–6, 2026
Make Christmas come early for your favorite Blue Jackets fan. Head to Nashville for the Columbus Blue Jackets vs. Nashville Predators, with a weekend that also includes the Grand Ole Opry, holiday sights at Opryland, time on Broadway, and meals at Bavarian Bierhaus and Monell’s. Choose the With Hockey Ticket package if the game is part of your gift. A package without a hockey ticket is also available for travelers who want the Nashville weekend.
Hockey, History & Holiday Lights: Washington, D.C. | December 26–27, 2026
Put this one under the tree and leave the next morning. Cheer on the Columbus Blue Jackets against the Washington Capitals, then make a weekend of it with Smithsonian museum time, holiday sights, the National Mall, and Sunday brunch at Liberty Tavern. The itinerary includes an overnight hotel stay and breakfast. It is a gift idea for a hockey fan, a parent-and-teen getaway, or a couple who enjoy a mix of sports and sightseeing.
For Friends: Finally Make That Trip Happen
Galentine’s Weekend: Nashville | February 13–14, 2027
For the friends who keep saying, “We need to plan something,” here is your chance. Spend a full day and evening exploring downtown Nashville, with time for live music, shopping, and finding a favorite place to eat. Round-trip motorcoach transportation is included. This is a red-eye trip with no hotel stay; meals, attractions, and local transportation are extra.
Tipsy Tinsel Trolley | December 26, 2026
Keep Christmas going with a night out in Lancaster. Put on your holiday sweater, gather your friends, and enjoy Christmas music, lights, trivia, and holiday fun aboard the trolley. Tickets are $29 per person, with four boarding times listed. This outing is for guests ages 21 and older.
For Kids and Teens: A Family Adventure
New York City Two-Day Adventure | June 17–20, 2027
Give them a big-city adventure to help plan. Spend two days in New York City choosing the experiences your family wants most, whether that means Central Park, a museum, Times Square, or a Broadway show. The trip includes round-trip motorcoach transportation, two hotel nights in New Jersey, and two hotel breakfasts. Attraction tickets, other meals, and local transportation are extra.
The trip begins with overnight travel on the coach. Think about your child’s age, comfort with sleeping on a bus, and how much walking your family wants to do before booking.
Niagara Falls Red Eye | June 5–6, 2027
For a family that loves getting outside and seeing somewhere new, spend a day exploring Niagara Falls at your own pace. The coach stays on the U.S. side, and you choose which attractions to add. Round-trip transportation is included; meals and attraction admission are extra. This trip has overnight coach travel and no hotel stay, so consider whether that schedule suits your family.
For the Food Lover: A Day of New Finds
Columbus International Food Tour | January 16, 2027
Know someone who loves trying new foods, browsing a specialty market, or bringing home something for their next recipe? This $70 day trip visits six international markets and specialty food destinations around Columbus, including Japanese, Persian, Mediterranean, Asian, and Italian food stops. The ticket includes motorcoach transportation. Food, groceries, and other purchases are extra.
For Grandparents, Couples, or the Person Who Has Everything
Sometimes the best gift is making plans together. The riverboat brunch could become a three-generation outing, the Bake-About could be a day with Grandma, or New York could be a trip you and your spouse have talked about for years. Start with what they enjoy and choose a pace that fits.
Not Sure Which Trip? Give Them the Choice
A FUN BUS gift card is an easy option when you know they would love an adventure but want them to choose the date and destination. Tuck it into a card with a note about taking a trip together.
A Few Things to Check Before You Give a Trip
Confirm the recipient’s travel dates, boarding location, and any age requirements before reserving. Review the itinerary for walking, overnight travel, hotel arrangements, and exactly what the package includes. Prices and availability can change; the individual trip pages have the current options.
Need help choosing a gift? Call FUN BUS at 740-653-4600. We would be happy to help you find a trip for someone on your list.
