Collard Green Festival Weekend Escape: February 2027

February 11 - 14, 2027

Join Oliver Cruise & Travel for a spectacular weekend escape to Tampa Florida centered on the celebrated Collard Green Festival. This lively occasion presents a delightful blend of cultural celebration, scenic exploration and fun entertainment, making it a perfect getaway for those seeking both relaxation and adventure.

The weekend itinerary is thoughtfully designed to provide you with a choice between two iconic Tampa attractions. You can immerse yourself in the thrilling rides and exotic wildlife at Busch Gardens. Alternatively, you may prefer a leisurely stroll along the picturesque Tampa Riverwalk, a dynamic waterfront promenade featuring parks, cafés, public art, and waterfront views that capture the city’s charm. Please note that tickets for these attractions are to be purchased separately, allowing you flexibility in crafting your perfect weekend.

The centerpiece of the weekend, however, is the Collard Green Festival itself—a joyous celebration with free admission. Rooted in Southern tradition, this festival spotlights collard greens through delectable food vendors, live music, and cultural showcases. It’s a unique opportunity to savor regional flavors, appreciate local artistry, and engage with a lively community atmosphere that honors heritage with a contemporary flair.

Oliver Cruise & Travel will provide hotel accommodations and charter bus transportation throughout the weekend, ensuring easy access to all destinations without the stress of driving. Whether you’re traveling alone, with friends, or with family, this weekend guarantees a perfect combination of convenience, exploration, and festive fun.

In summary, the Collard Green Festival Weekend Escape invites you to experience Tampa’s rich culture alongside exhilarating attractions and scenic beauty. It’s more than a trip; it’s a chance to create lasting memories through diverse experiences all bundled into one well-curated weekend. Prepare to indulge your senses and embrace the warmth of Florida hospitality in February 2027.

Pickup/Dropoff Locations

Montgomery AL

Albany GA

Thomasville GA

Tallahassee FL

Itinerary

Day 1: Pickups and arrive in Tampa FL

Day 2: Busch Gardens or Tampa Riverwalk

Day 3: Collard Green Festival

Day 4: Depart/Dropoff

Tampa Riverwalk Pass: https://www.visittampabay.com/riverwalk-pass/

Busch Gardens Tickets: https://buschgardens.com/tampa/

Terms and Conditions Booking: A non-refundable deposit per person is required to reserve a tour space. The deposit is due immediately to ensure your space/reservation.

 
Deposit $100 Per Person - A deposit must be made to reserve your place on the trip. The deposit is non-refundable and non-transferable. The deposit payment is deducted from your total balance.

Payments: To secure your reservation your final payment must be paid by the date stated on your invoice. Failure to make your final payment on the due date may result in forfeiture of all monies paid and cancellation of your trip reservation.

Interest Free Payments

Affirm Financing Available

Deposit/Booking Deadline: August 30, 2026

The deposit or booking via Affirm must be completed by this date. Please note that the trip will no longer be available for booking after this deadline.

Final Payment Date: December 30, 2026

Roommate Cancellation Policy: If traveling with a roommate(s), please be aware that you will be responsible for the additional cost for Single, Double, or Triple Occupancy in the event your roommate(s) cancel and if another roommate(s) cannot be found. Oliver Cruise & Travel will not be responsible for finding another traveler as a roommate(s).

Cancellations, Refunds, and Trip Interruptions: Due to the nature of group travel and contracting with service providers, DEPOSITS CANNOT BE REFUNDED. In the event that you are not able to go on the trip, it will be your responsibility to find someone to take your place. Unused hotel accommodations or any unused features or segments of the purchased tour are not refundable or exchangeable for other services. Travel insurance is not included in the tour price and will require a separate purchase.

CANCELLATION PROCEDURE, FEES, & SCHEDULE: If you need to cancel your booking please contact Bro. James Oliver as soon as possible. Cancellation fees will be applied per person according to the following schedule.

Refunds: PAYMENTS MADE TOWARDS THE BALANCE WILL BE REFUNDED BASED ON THE CANCELLATION SCHEDULE BELOW. 

Standard cancellation fee schedule for Scheduled Group Trips**

• The deposit is non-refundable***

• 121 days or more prior to departure: No Cancellation Fee - (Prior to Oct. 13, 2026)

• 120 - 91 days prior to departure: Fee is $100 per person - (Oct. 14, 2026 - Nov. 12, 2026)

• 90 - 61 days prior to departure: 25% of the trip price - (Nov. 13 2026 - Dec. 12, 2026)

• 60 - 46 days prior to departure: 50% of the trip price - (Dec. 13, 2026 - Dec. 27, 2026)

• 45 - 0 days prior to departure: 100% of the trip price - (Dec. 28, 2026 - Feb. 11, 2027)

No refunds will be provided for any unused tour portion once the tour begins, including if you leave a tour for any reason, miss the tour’s departure date, or must be removed from a tour. There are no exceptions to this cancellation and refund policy, including weather, civil strife, personal, family, medical emergencies, or any other circumstances beyond our control. For this reason, we highly recommend that you purchase trip cancellation and interruption insurance.

TRAVEL INSURANCE WAIVER: U.S.A. Domestic: Travel protection is strongly recommended. Fees for trips canceled for reasons beyond your control (weather, aircraft issues, loss of employment, health, or family issues, etc.) will not be reimbursed. If you choose to decline insurance, Oliver Cruise & Travel will not be responsible for penalties or fees should you cancel. Any portions of the tour missed due to a medical emergency are non-refundable.  If you choose to decline Insurance coverage, you understand the risks of not purchasing travel protection.  

Travel insurance must be purchased before final payment of your trip.

Insure My Trip Website

Insuremytrip.com

Car insurance companies that offer travel insurance.

Travelers

Progressive

Geico

Nationwide

Allstate

Liberty Mutual

Farmers

Tour arrangements and pricing: Accommodations will be provided in two-bedded rooms in Double, Triple, or Quadruple occupancy with private baths. Single or Married Couple occupancy can be provided in a single bedded room if available. Meals are included only as specified on the itinerary. Please note that the sequence of days in the itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of Oliver Cruise & Travel. We cannot change or alter the itinerary to accommodate other requests, needs, or changes by individual travelers. 

PHOTO RELEASE WAIVER: I hereby grant Oliver Cruise & Travel permission to use my likeness in a photograph, video, or other digital media (“photo”) in any and all of its publications, including web-based publications, without payment or other consideration. I understand and agree that all photos will become the property of Oliver Cruise & Travel and will not be returned. I hereby irrevocably authorize Oliver Cruise & Travel to edit, alter, copy, exhibit, publish, or distribute these photos for any lawful purpose. In addition, I waive any right to inspect or approve the finished product wherein my likeness appears. Additionally, I waive any right to royalties or other compensation arising or related to the use of the photo. 
I hereby hold harmless, release, and forever discharge Oliver Cruise & Travel from all claims, demands, and causes of action which I, my heirs, representatives, executors, administrators, or any other persons acting on my behalf or behalf of my estate have or may have by reason of this authorization. 
By accepting these terms and conditions, you agree that you are in good emotional and physical health and can adapt to the pace of international group travel. We do not guarantee any emergency medical care or medicine is available in the country visited. We recommend that you carry any medicine or equipment with you at all times or that any special dietary needs will be cared for in the country visited on your itinerary. Oliver Cruise & Travel acts only as an agent in making arrangements for hotels, sightseeing tours, and other transportation and services in connection with all tours and is not responsible and expressly disclaims any liability for injury, damage, loss, delay, change in itinerary, additional expense, inconvenience or irregularity, whether to person or property incurred during the trip in connection with or relating to the supply or omission of air, sea, land transportation services, hotel, facilities, meals, other services or illness of the client. Oliver Cruise & Travel cannot be responsible or liable for breakdowns, government actions, war, terrorism, civil disturbance, fire, weather, natural disaster, acts of god, strikes, or other circumstances beyond our control, such as the client’s failure to obtain proper documentation, travel insurance and/or follow instructions including but not limited to check-in/check-out places and times, or the delay, loss of or damage to client’s luggage or its contents. The client's ticket shall constitute the sole contract between the air carriers and the client. 

James Oliver

Phone: 904-903-6857

Email: olivercruisetravel@gmail.com