Susan Seaforth Hayes' Special Trip to the Grand Canyon

A recent trip to the Grand Canyon was made extra special for Days of Our Lives legend Susan Seaforth Hayes (Julie) when she made it with some fans of the soap and co-stars Judi Evans (Bonnie), Melissa Reeves (Jennifer), Matthew Ashford (Jack), Leann Hunley (Anna), and Thaao Penghlis (Tony).

“When you visit Grand Canyon,” she shared on Instagram, “be sure to travel with people you love. The pleasure is so overwhelming, you’ll want to share it. Starstruck Events — thank you, Paul and Keith! — put together 20 devoted DAYS fans and five of my favorite actors, Judi, Missy, Matt, Leann, and Thaao, for a train trip that was… perfect.”

The journey also brought back some fond recollections of trips to the national park with her late husband, Bill Hayes (Doug). “Twice upon a time, I was there with my darling Bill Hayes — a precious memory. But time goes by… and this adventure put new sparkle on my spirit. Thank you dear fans and friends for showing us Salem veterans we are still so loved!”

Scroll through the photo gallery below for a taste of the wonderful trip that Hayes and her co-stars enjoyed with some very lucky fans!

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   Evans, Reeves, Ashford, Hunley, Penghlis, and Hayes posed in the wind for a group photo in front of the spectacular vista.

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   The rainbow adds a special touch to this snap of Hayes with family friend Amy Jean Shaughnessy, daughter of DAYS writer Anne Schoettle and DAYS director David Shaughnessy!

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   Take it all in!

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   Hayes and Ashford were enjoying each others’ company on the train instead of the tremendous views around them.

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   Penghlis and Hayes took in the natural wonder.

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   Hayes spend some quality time with Hunley.

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   What a spectacular photograph!

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   "Susan gave us a heartfelt memory of our great Doug Hayes," Penghlis said. "It was a magical time with our great fans at the Grand Canyon.

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   The group also spent time at the historic Hopi House.

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    All aboard the Grand Canyon Railway!