Category: Trips

First Day Trip of the Season- Tuesday, October 5th- Van Gogh- The Immersive Experience Art Exhibit in Boston, MA

Posted on July 3, 2021 by Lyme / Old Lyme

Cost: $112.00

The experience is rich in content. Take an awe-inspiring journey into the incomparable
universe of Van Gogh, one of the greatest artistic geniuses of the 19th century.
Explore his life, his work, and his secrets as never before through cutting-edge 360
degree digital projections, a one-of-a-kind virtual reality experience, and a uniquely
atmospheric light and sound show. This impactful experience has already thrilled
visitors in Italy, Belgium, and the UK. Become completely immersed in the works of
art around you, and feel in reality as you dive deep into the world created by Van
Gogh’s brush stroke. This trip will also include a trip to Quincy Market for shopping
and grabbing a bite to eat at one of the many eateries. Limited seats available.
Tickets already on sale. Please call the senior center for more information

October 5th- Bus Trip to Boston to see Van Gogh art exhibit

Posted on June 3, 2021 by East Lyme

We are looking at resuming Day Trips in the fall but if things improve this spring/summer, we will pull together a couple of easy day trips to get us back on the road.

What’s caught your fancy?  Send us your suggestions.

We have booked one trip for the fall and are working on a couple of other destinations.

Tue, October 5th -Join us for the coolest Van Gogh art exhibit you will ever see. Van Gogh, The Immersive Experience. This exhibit is so cool they have not yet announced where it will be held but it is definitely in the city of Boston. Lunch will be on your own at the Quincy Market. Trip fee is $112. A lot of walking. Bus capacity is limited to 40. Registration has begun. WE HAVE ADDED A SECOND BUS! Stop in to register and get a seat.

For more information call the senior center.

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.