Category: Trips

Trip presentations with Collette

Posted on June 1, 2021 by Groton

One more virtual trip presentation with Collette – TUESDAY, JUNE 08, 2021 1:00 PM-2:00 PM

**TRIP PRESENTATIONS ARE VIRTUAL TRIP MEETINGS TO GIVE AN OVERVIEW OF THE ITINERARY FOR THOSE INTERESTED IN THE SPECIFIED TRIP.

SOUTHERN CHARM featuring Charleston, Savannah & Jekyll Island

February 27 — March 05, 2022 • 7 Days • 9 Meals

https://gateway.gocollette.com/Gateway/Trip/1044773

Embrace the leisurely pace and charming allure of America’s southeast as you explore cobblestone streets, historic homes and unspoiled coastline. Discover antebellum Charleston and the history of Savannah with 2-night stays in each city. Visit Charleston’s City Market, one of the oldest public markets in America. Enjoy a trolley tour of Savannah’s sprawling Historic District. Spend two nights at the exclusive Jekyll Island Club, once described as “the richest, most exclusive club in the world.” Experience the unique charm and singular hospitality of America’s “Low Country” in South Carolina and Georgia.

Then Tuesday, July 20th at 1 pm we will have a IN PERSON trip presentation with Collette for our March 2022 COSTA RICA trip.  https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1051305

2022 Extended Trips by Collette

Posted on April 21, 2021 by Groton

Please email colsen@groton-ct.gov or call 860-441-6623 for more trip information.

Registration is necessary for trip presentations Please call 860-441-6785 or stop by our front desk.

Not just for Groton Residents!  Trips brought to you by Collette.

MAY 8th to 13th-  SANTA FE
Walking Tour of Santa Fe Plaza, Open-Air Tram Tour, Loretto Chapel, Santa Fe School of Cooking, Turquoise
Trail, Allan Houser Sculpture Garden, Bandelier National Monument, El Santuario de Chimayo
6 Days /8 Meals
https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1051292

SEPTEMBER 2nd to 11th-   SHADES OF IRELAND  =>trip presentation Wednesday, Feb 9 at 1-1:45 pm

Dublin, Irish Evening, Choices on Tour, Kilkenny, Waterford, Blarney Castle, Killarney, Jaunting Car Ride, Ring
of Kerry, Farm Visit, Limerick, Cliffs of Moher, Galway, Castle Stay 10 Days / 13 Meals
https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1051291

 

August 12th to 20th- The Colorado Rockies  =>trip presentation Thursday, March 3rd at 12 – 12:45 pm

Denver, Rocky Mountain National Park, Colorado National Monument, Grand Junction, Canyonlands National Park,

Dead Horse Point State Park, Arches National Park, Durango & Silverton Narrow Gauge Railroad, Mesa Verde

National Park (UNESCO), Choice on Tour, Pikes Peak Cog Railway, Garden of the Gods.

 

OCTOBER 3rd to 10th-  CALIFORNIA DREAMING  => trip presentation  Wednesday, Feb 9 at 2-2:45 pm

Monterey, Scenic 17-Mile Drive, Yosemite National Park, Sacramento, Choice on Tour, Lake Tahoe Scenic
Cruise, Napa Valley Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting, San Francisco 8 Days / 12 Meals
https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1051418

 

 

Please email colsen@groton-ct.gov or call 860-441-6623 for more trip information.

California Dreamin’: Monterey, Yosemite & Napa trip

Posted on April 19, 2021 by Groton

California Dreamin’: Monterey, Yosemite & Napa trip with Groton Senior Center October 03 — October 10, 2022

HIGHLIGHTS:  Monterey, Scenic 17-Mile Drive, Yosemite National Park, Sacramento, Choice on Tour, Lake Tahoe Scenic Cruise, Napa Valley Vineyard Tour and Wine Tasting, San Francisco.  Eight days / 12 meals included.

For more information and details, please visit https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1051418

 

 

Thu, March 11, 2021 at 2:00 pm- Tour of Nashville via Zoom

Posted on March 4, 2021 by East Lyme

Let’s Connect & Explore Nashville together via Zoom. We’ll be joined with our friends from the Nashville Conventions and Visitors Corp.

Creativity is the heart and soul of Music City and there’s never a shortage of inspiring things to do. From music, culture, and the arts to food, sports, and shopping, there is an “only in Nashville” experience waiting for you. There are so many great reasons to visit Nashville – even if it’s just virtual at the moment.

Explore this great city on a virtual tour of Nashville’s most popular sites, including an    inside look at the Country Music Hall of Fame and Museum and the Ryman Auditorium.    Take a “walk” through Nashville’s historic downtown and Music City Walk of Fame Park.  Learn how to make your own Goo Goo Cluster, the world’s first combination candy bar!  Our trip to Nashville would not be complete without a visit to the Grand Ole Opry!  Go backstage and see the dressing rooms and learn the history of the show that made country music famous.

Registration in advance is required. Contact the Senior Center with your interest and we will forward the Zoom link. If you have never used Zoom before, we can walk you through the process so you can enjoy our trip to Nashville.

 

Tue, February 9th at 1pm- Zoom Trip presentation about the Ireland trip

Posted on February 3, 2021 by East Lyme

Sep 8-17, 2021 – 10 day Shades of Ireland. 13 meals. Explore Ireland. Depart from NYC. $3629pp double occupancy, $4329pp single occupancy, or $3599pp triple occupancy. Trip insurance strongly encouraged for an additional $399pp.

Please contact the Senior Center office so we may provide you with the link.

 

UPCOMING DAY TRIPS

Posted on October 3, 2020 by East Lyme

No Senior Center Fun Trips are being planned at this time. It is unlikely they will be resumed in 2020.

Many of the trips that were slated for the spring/summer/fall of 2020 are being rescheduled for 2021.
BUT we are always interested in where you want to go. Send us your suggestions.

Groton Recreation and Senior Center day trips

Posted on July 2, 2020 by Groton

 

 

Our day trips are open to all!  Residents and Non-residents! 

Register at  www.grotonrec.com  or call  860-441-6785

Day trippers our fun was squashed by COVID19 this year but we have already rescheduled several of these trips for 2021. Your patience is greatly appreciated!

THURSDAY, APRIL 29, 2021
HARLEM FEATURING APOLLO THEATER TOUR
Harlem is so much more than you can imagine! Our unforgettable day will include: Special guided tour of Harlem’s famed Apollo Theatre. The tour is educational, entertaining and inspirational. Take a peek at the wall back stage full of signatures of all the famous musicians and artists that have performed here. Lunch at Dinosaur Barbeque, a popular Harlem restaurant. A guided riding tour highlights the diversity, history and beauty that is in Harlem, from the Harlem Meer in Central Park, the exterior of the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine, the famous brownstones, the beautiful West side and so much more!! COST: $130pp (Includes deluxe motor coach, all admissions & gratuities to Driver & Tour Director) Depart: 7am GSC

TBA SPRING/SUMMER 2021
BOSTON RED SOX GAME
Take me out to the ball game! We take a bus from Groton Senior Center to Fenway to cheer on our 2018 World Series Champs play

TUESDAY, JUNE 30, 2021
THIMBLE ISLANDS AND CHOWDER POT
Delicious lunch at the CHOWDER POT III in Branford, CT. Known for their generous portions of fresh food, the Chowder Pot’s menu features choice of: Baked Stuffed Sole, Baked Salmon, OR Chicken Piccata. New York Style Cheesecake for dessert. Enjoy! Entrée Choice in Advance. THIMBLE ISLANDS CRUISE aboard the Sea Mist takes us along the Rocky Isles off Stony Creek Coast in Branford, CT. See the wonderful estates and learn the stories of these beautiful islands.
COST: $109 resident (Includes deluxe motor coach, all admissions, & gratuity to driver) Depart: 11:30am Est, Return: 6pm,
**NOTE: Approximately 2 block walk to boat from the coach bus on a paved hill.

Coming Up Fall 2020 (we hope!)
 Elvis at Aqua Turf
 Newport Playhouse Lunch and Show
Would you like to be part of our TRIPS email group getting updates? Please email Cindy at colsen@groton-ct.gov to be added.

Register at Groton Senior Center or www.grotonrec.com        860-441-6785

Our trips are open to the public—residents and non-residents.

 

Extended Trips Upcoming for 2020

Posted on July 2, 2020 by Groton

Extended Trips

THE ARK ENCOUNTER SEPTEMBER 12- MOTORCOACH
This journey brings you face to face with Genesis and the life-size recreation of Noah’s Ark and the Creation Museum. Cruise through the glorious Allegheny Mountains; experience the charming lifestyle of Amish Country in Ohio and the Mennonite and Amish people of Pennsylvania on this enriching trip.

NIAGARA FALLS October 5-8, 2020(MOTORCOACH TRIP)
Hornblower Niagara Cruise
Skylon Tower, Peller Estates Winery, Oh Canada EH Dinner Show

SPOTLIGHT ON THE FRENCH RIVIERA Oct. 31 -Nov. 8 2020

Nice, Antique Market, Choices on Tour, Grasse, Fragonard Perfumerie Workshop, St. Tropez, Vineyard Tour & Wine Tasting, Monaco, Monte Carlo Casino, Cannes, Antibes, St. Paul de Vence, Nice Flower Market, Eze, Saint-Jean-Cap-Ferrat, Villa Ephrussi de Rothschild

 

NASHVILLE & THE SMOKY MOUNTAINS HOLIDAY
FEATURING GATLINBURG & ASHEVILLE DECEMBER 10-17, 2020

Grand Ole Opry Show, Historic RCA Studio B, Country Music Hall of Fame, Gaylord Opryland Resort Dinner & Holiday Show, Great Smoky Mountains National Park, Dolly Parton’s Christmas Stampede & Dinner Show, Dollywood, Asheville, Biltmore Estate

2021 Extended Trips
Quebec Winter Carnival February 4 (bus)
Southern Charm February 14 (air)
Hawaiian Adventure February 25 (air)
Spotlight on New Orleans April 7 (air)
Shrines of France September 1 (air)
ARK Encounter September 11 (bus)

 

 

Call 860-441-6623 or email  colsen@groton-ct.gov for detailed flyer.

OVERNIGHT TRIPS/CRUISES 2020

Posted on July 2, 2020 by East Lyme

No residency restrictions.

Detailed flyers available.

Registration begins on the dates noted below. Register as soon as you can.

Payments will be made directly to the Tour Company arranging the trip. Checks can be dropped off to the Senior Center office or mailed directly to the Tour Company.

In most circumstances, departure will be from the East Lyme Community Center Parking lot.

Recheduled:  Aug 27- Sept 3, 2021 – 8 day Alaskan Cruise on the Celebrity Solstice. See the wonders of Alaska from the comfort of a cruise ship. Air fare included. Depart from T.F. Green International Airport. Prices start at $2668pp. Registration has begun.

Cancelled:   Oct 3-12, 2020 – 10 day Shades of Ireland trip includes 13 meals. Visit Dublin, Blarney Castle, Kilkenny, Waterford, , Ring of Kerry, Cliffs of Moher and more. Transportation & transfers included. $3649pp double occupancy, $4249pp single occupancy, or $3619pp triple occupancy. Registration has begun.

Recheduled: Oct  2021 – “Queen Esther” at The Sight and Sound Theatre in Lancaster, PA. Trip includes a stop at the Appalachian Brewing Company on day 1 and the Mount Hope Estate & Winery on day 3. $565/double, $715/single, $515/triple. Registration has begun.

Mar 6-14, 2021 – NEW TRIP OFFERING 9 day trip to Tropical Costa Rica with optional 3 night jungle adventure in case you’re interested. 14 meals, transportation and transfers included. $2679 double occupancy, $3179 single occupancy & $2649 triple occupancy. Registration begins April 1st.