Trips

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Spots go fast on all our trips and some are already filled up. We do our best to get you the best seats for the best price with a quality trip!  Check our flyers in the Thrive55+ Active Living Center, in our Discover 55+ newsletter or on our Facebook page for added information.

We offer day and extended trips around the USA and abroad. Great for singles, couples, families – there’s something for everyone and all ages. Trips are open to the public.

Questions about a particular trip??  If you just want to know if there is a spot for you you may call 860-441-6785 or if a more specific question call 860-441-6623.  THANK YOU for traveling with us!

Payment must be made upon registering for a day trip. No refunds unless your spot can be filled.

    Trip: Goodspeed Opera House Matinee- “The 12” A Musical

    Thursday, October 19th

    Jerusalem. The disciples are in disarray. Torn apart by the unthinkable death of their leader, see how twelve ordinary individuals come together to create one of the most powerful movements ever known. Filled with power and passion, The 12 is a universal story of love and how each of us must eventually navigate the loss of whatever we hold most dear. Join us for a profoundly moving musical that you will never forget!

    We have center orchestra seats for the 2 pm show. Let us do the driving for you! We take our own bus to East Haddam for this wonderful show. We meet at Thrive55+ Center and depart from our parking lot. $72 resident/82 non resident. Cost includes, transportation, driver and show admission.

    Trip Presentation Sept 7 at 4 pm

    We have two awesome trips in 2024 that we want to tell you about  Sept. 7th  Thursday at 4 pmplease let us know if you are coming!! 860-441-6785 

    AMERICA’S COWBOY COUNTRY

    Aug 22– 29, 2024 https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1171300

    Badlands National Park, Custer State Park, Crazy Horse Memorial, Mt. Rushmore, Deadwood Buffalo Bill Center of the West, Yellowstone National Park, Jackson Hole, Grand Teton National Park    Double  $4,029pp  / Single  $5,029pp  /Triple   $3,799pp if booked before Feb. 22, 2024

    MEMORIALS OF WORLD WAR II FEATURING THE 80TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE D-DAY LANDING

    Sep 30- Oct 9,  2024   https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1171302

    London & Paris WWII-Focused City Tours, Portsmouth, The D-Day Story Museum, English Channel Crossing, Juno Beach, Caen Peace Memorial Museum, Arromanche-les-Baines, Longues-sur-Mer, Apple Cider Farm Visit, Normandy American Cemetery, Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc, Airborne Museum, Utah Beach, Giverny Gardens,         Seine River Dinner Cruise. Double   $4,829pp / Single   $5,829pp if booked before Feb. 1, 2024

    ITAY TREASURES trip May 2024

    Let’s Go to ITALY!!

    Italy’s Treasures   May 04– 15, 2024  https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1171290  Italian Lakes Region, Stresa, Wine Tasting, Italian Riviera, Cinque Terre, Carrara Marble Quarries Off-Road Excursion, Tuscan Countryside, Italian Cooking Class, San Gimignano, Siena, Florence, Bologna, Venice

    Double  $5,279pp / Single  $6,179pp  if booked before October 5, 2023

    Check out this brief presentation of our May 2024 ITALY TRAESURES trip. https://s3.amazonaws.com/mimappcontent/app_355/Italys-Teasures.mp4?AWSAccessKeyId=AKIAINX74UYVPBTHVPIQ&Expires=1691789608&Signature=I7mBgrnRgfabbzcAW%2Bki%2BH1ykzI%3D

     

     

     

     

     

    Sign up now! Boston Symphony and Yo Yo Ma at TANGLEWOOD

    August 13, 2023
    Shed $190 pp | Lawn $140 pp

    Tour Includes:
    • Motor Coach
    • Brunch at Shortstop Bar & Grill
    • Admission to Tanglewood
    • All Gratuities to Driver

    What’s better than spending some time with music and friends? Experience an inspiring concert at Tanglewood,
    which is the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Boston Pops for over 75 years.
    Enjoy a music filled afternoon as Andris Nelsons conduct the Boston Symphony Orchestra, featuring noted American
    Cellist Yo-Yo Ma. Today they will be playing Julia Adolphe, Makeshift Castle, co-commissioned by the BSO and
    Gewandhausorchestra; Cello Concerto No. 1 by Dmitri Shostakovich, and Petrushka by Igor Stravinsky.

    Before the show, enjoy a delicious brunch at Shortstop Bar & Grill. The family-run and family-friendly restaurant in
    Westfield opened its doors to the public in December 2014. Our Brunch choices for today will include Homemade
    muffins, pastries, fresh cut fruit, mixed green salad, home fries, bacon, french toast, chicken francaise, and stuffed
    shells with pasta and seasonal veggies, all served buffet-style including coffee, tea, and orange juice.

    *Times are approximate. Subject to change.*

    Depart: 8:15 am Thrive 55+ | 102 Newtown Rd | Groton, CT    Estimated Return: 6:15 pm, Groton, CT

    Trip: A Day at TangleWood

    Boston Symphony Orchestra featuring Yo Yo Ma

    Sunday, August 13th

     

    What’s better than spending some time with music and friends? Experience an inspiring concert at Tanglewood, which is the summer home of the Boston Symphony Orchestra and the Boston Pops for over 75 years. Enjoy a music filled afternoon as Andris Nelsons conduct the Boston Symphony Orchestra, featuring noted American Cellist Yo-Yo Ma. Today they will be playing Julia Adolphe, Makeshift Castle, co-commissioned by the BSO and Gewandhaus orchestra; Cello Concerto No. 1 by Dmitri Shostakovich, and Petrushka by Igor Stravinsky.

    Before the show, enjoy a delicious brunch at Shortstop Bar & Grill. The family-run and family-friendly restaurant in Westfield opened its doors to the public in December 2014. Our Brunch choices for today will include Homemade muffins, pastries, fresh cut fruit, mixed green salad, home fries, bacon, french toast, chicken francaise, and stuffed shells with pasta and seasonal veggies, all served buffet-style including coffee, tea, and orange juice.

    We have Reserved Rear Shed Seats for 2:30p performance of the Boston Symphony Orchestra- featuring Yo-Yo Ma. Listen to the sounds of the Boston Symphony Orchestra conducted by guest conductor Andris Nelsons. This
    concert features Yo-Yo Ma, famous cellist.

    Reserved shed seats for the 2:30p performance. Time prior to show to enjoy the grounds — Please note; there are two prices: Shed $190 resident/Lawn $140 non-res. Trip is rain or shine. Tour Includes: Deluxe Motor coach bus
    transportation, Brunch at Shortstop Bar & Grill, Admission to Tanglewood, and All Gratuities to Driver.

    Times are approximate: Depart: 8:15 am Thrive 55+ of Groton, CT/ Estimated Return: 6:15 pm, Thrive 55+ of Groton