Trips

Click here to visit the official Thrive55+ Active Living Center website.

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.

    Tuesday, August 13th- Dine Out at Chester’s BBQ

    Posted on July 26, 2019 by Groton

    The community gives to the Groton Senior Center; Dining Out is our way of giving back to the community. Each month a Restaurant is featured. Ride the senior van or meet us there. Order a full entrée or just appetizers. An evening outing, socializing and enjoyment!  Please join us Tuesdays for a “socially nutritional” evening .

    September 19 Trip Presentation – COUNTRYSIDE OF EMERALD ISLE   

    Posted on July 24, 2019 by Groton

    Thursday, September 19

    Trip Presentation – COUNTRYSIDE OF EMERALD ISLE   

    Countryside of the Emerald Isle   August 2- 11  10 Days 12 Meals

    From remote islands and historic Dublin, to less-traveled roads and charming villages, experience the best of the Emerald Isle. Come to know the culture and welcoming hospitality of the Irish in Dublin, Ireland’s capital city. Step off the beaten path in the seaside village of Kinsale, known as Ireland’s “gourmet capital.” Overnight amongst a labyrinth of stone walls in the Aran Islands. Discover the windswept terrain of the Wild Atlantic Way. Travel amongst the tranquil countryside in the Dingle Peninsula. Give traditional Irish fare a modern twist at a cooking class in Dublin. On this journey, the many sides of Ireland shine through

    Time: 1PM

    Cost: Trip Presentation is Free yet registration is highly suggested 860-441-6785

    www.grotonrec.com/seniors

    Wednesday, September 4- Trip Presentation ARK ENCOUNTER TRIP 

    Posted on July 18, 2019 by Groton

    Trip Presentation ARK ENCOUNTER TRIP 

    Experience the Bible like never before on this journey that 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 of a lifetime.  From Ohio to Lancaster Amish Countries, the Ark Encounter, the Creation Museum, ‘Queen Esther’ at Sight & Sound Theatre and so much more is  packed into this 7-Day | 6-Night tour.  Please join us for the trip presentation to learn more about this great trip that will take place June 20-26, 2020.

    Time:11AM

    Cost: Trip Presentation is Free yet registration is highly suggested 860-441-6785

    www.grotonrec.com/seniors

    Extended Trips with Collette

    Posted on July 9, 2019 by Groton

    We work closely with Collette every work day to plan, arrange, implement and secure your best travel experience. For all of you whom have traveled with us on one of our many extended trips with Collette~ THANK YOU !!

    Coming up we have extended trips with Collette to Danube, Canadian Rockies, Poland, New Orleans and Memphis, Portugal, Ireland, Santa Fe, Nashville and the Smokey Mountains.

    If you’d like to be added to our email list for such trip notifications please email colsen@groton-ct.gov

    Trip presentation on our Countryside of the Emerald Isle 2020 trip

    Posted on July 8, 2019 by Groton

    SEPT 19th at 1 pm we will have a trip presentation on our Countryside of the Emerald Isle 2020 trip. Be sure to sign yourself up for this informative trip presentation going over the details of this amazing trip: Countryside of the Emerald Isle.  You can do so by calling 860-441-6623 or by emailing colsen@groton-ct.gov 

     

    Countryside of the Emerald Isle  August 2- 11, 2020    10 Days 12 Meals

    From remote islands and historic Dublin, to less-traveled roads and charming villages, experience the best of the Emerald Isle. Come to know the culture and welcoming hospitality of the Irish in Dublin, Ireland’s capital city. Step off the beaten path in the seaside village of Kinsale, known as Ireland’s “gourmet capital.” Overnight amongst a labyrinth of stone walls in the Aran Islands. Discover the windswept terrain of the Wild Atlantic Way. Travel amongst the tranquil countryside in the Dingle Peninsula. Give traditional Irish fare a modern twist at a cooking class in Dublin. On this journey, the many sides of Ireland shine through.