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.

    California Dreamin’: Monterey, Yosemite & Napa trip this October

    We have a trip presentation on this trip Wednesday, June 1st at 11 am. Registration is necessary- please call 860-441-6623 or email colsen@groton-ct.gov

     

    Iceland’s Magical Northern Lights trip

     

    Thrive 55+ Day Trips 2022

    Sunday, May 15 Newport Playhouse and Cabaret Newport playhouse is still under renovations but until then
    we still want to enjoy the joy and entertainment NPH provides! We are off to their temporary location of Wyndham Hotel
    in RI to enjoy all the glory of a traditional NPH visit– buffet, show and cabaret. The show this time is CAROL
    BURNETT. The Newport Playhouse is producing all your favorite Carol Burnett comedy skits featuring all your beloved
    Newport Playhouse actors. Following the main stage production will be our fun-filled cabaret showcasing music, our own
    skits, comedy, and fun. The Wyndham Newport and Johnny’s Restaurant will be hosting The Newport Playhouse and will
    be providing their buffet lunch. Cost includes, transportation, driver, admissions, refreshments/meals $70 per resident

    Wednesday, May 18 HARLEM and Apollo Theater with Friendship Tours. Harlem is so much more than you
    can imagine! Our day will include: • Special guided tour of Harlem’s famed Apollo Theatre. The tour is educational,
    entertaining and inspirational. Hear the story of the theatre and the legendary people who performed here, such as Ella
    Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, James Brown, The Supremes, Stevie Wonder and so many more. See what it feels like to stand on
    the stage. Take a peek at the wall back stage full of signatures of all the famous musicians and artists that have performed
    here. • Lunch at the famous Sylvia’s Restaurant served Family Style. Started by an ambitious woman in 1962 Sylvia’s has
    become an icon and a place to be seen. Presidents, Senators, Governors, Mayors and people who appreciate delicious food
    all flock to Sylvia’s. Menu: Herbed Baked Chicken &r Fried Fish, Potato Salad, Collard Greens, Dessert, Iced Tea, Soda,
    Coffee. • A guided riding tour highlights the diversity, history and beauty that is in Harlem, from the Harlem Meer in
    Central Park, the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine, the famous brownstones, the beautiful West side and so much
    more! Cost includes, transportation, driver, admissions, lunch and driver gratuity. $159 per resident

    Thursday, June 23 HAMILTON at The Bushnell The story of America then, told by America now. Winner of 11
    Tony Awards, including Best Musical. Everyone attending the show must have a ticket, regardless of age. Featuring a score
    that blends hip-hop, jazz, R&B and Broadway, HAMILTON has taken the story of American founding father Alexander
    Hamilton and created a revolutionary moment in theatre – a musical that has had a profound impact on culture, politics,
    and education. With book, music, and lyrics by Lin-Manuel Miranda, direction by Thomas Kail, choreography by Andy
    Blankenbuehler, and musical supervision and orchestrations by Alex Lacamoire, HAMILTON is based on Ron Chernow’s
    acclaimed biography. It has won Tony®, Grammy®, and Olivier Awards, the Pulitzer Prize for Drama, and an
    unprecedented special citation from the Kennedy Center honors. We have 20 Orchestra seats! $153 per resident

    HARLEM and Apollo Theater day trip – Wednesday, May 18th

    We are day tripping to HARLEM and Apollo Theater with Friendship Tours -Wednesday, May 18th.  Harlem is so much more than you can imagine! Our day will include:

    • Special guided tour of Harlem’s famed Apollo Theatre. The tour is educational, entertaining and inspirational. Hear the story of the theatre and the legendary people who performed here, such as Ella Fitzgerald, Billie Holiday, James Brown, The Supremes, Stevie Wonder and so many more. See what it feels like to stand on the stage. Take a peek at the wall back stage full of signatures of all the famous musicians and artists that have performed here.

    • Lunch at the famous Sylvia’s Restaurant served Family Style. Started by an ambitious woman in 1962 Sylvia’s has become an icon and a place to be seen. Presidents, Senators, Governors, Mayors and people who appreciate delicious food all flock to Sylvia’s. Menu: Herbed Baked Chicken &r Fried Fish, Potato Salad, Collard Greens, Dessert, Iced Tea, Soda, Coffee.

    • A guided riding tour highlights the diversity, history and beauty that is in Harlem, from the Harlem Meer in Central Park, the Cathedral Church of St. John the Divine, the famous brownstones, the beautiful West side and so much more!

    Cost includes, transportation, driver, admissions, lunch and driver gratuity. $159 per resident

    HARLEM flyer final

    Day Trip to Newport Playhouse and Cabaret to see The Carol Burnett Show on Sunday, May 15th

    Sunday, May 15th we are off to a Newport Playhouse and Cabaret day trip. Newport playhouse is still under renovations but until then we still want to enjoy the joy and entertainment NPH provides. We are off to their temporary location of Wyndham Hotel in RI to enjoy all the glory of a traditional NPH  visit– buffet, show and cabaret. The show this time is CAROL BURNETT.

    The Newport Playhouse is producing all your favorite Carol Burnett comedy skits featuring all your beloved Newport Playhouse actors. Following the main stage production will be our fun-filled cabaret showcasing music, our own skits, comedy, and fun. The Wyndham Newport and Johnny’s Restaurant will be hosting The Newport Playhouse and will be providing their buffet lunch.

    Cost includes, transportation, driver, admissions, refreshments/meals  $70 per resident