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.

    Day trip to Newport Playhouse: Edwards Twins Show

    Groton Senior Center presents day trip to Newport Playhouse: Edwards Twins Show TUESDAY, MAY 8.

    This will be a matinee 11 am show.  The World Famous Edward Twins, is the top Twin and Impersonation act in the world. Their vocals and looks will amaze you. You will think you are seeing and hearing the real superstars right before your eyes. From Barbara Streisand, Sonny and Cher, Andrea Boccelli, Bette Midler, Johnny Mathis, Perry Como, Ray Charles, Stevie Wonder to Neil Diamond all in one show. We leave at 9:45 am and return approximately 5 pm at Groton Senior Center via GSC bus.  Cost includes transportation, lunch and show is $65/resident and $75/nonresident.

    Register at www.grotonrec.com or at Groton Senior Center front desk. Inquiries?  860-441-6785

    Trip presentation: Southern Charm Holiday Discovery

    Southern Charm Holiday Discovery trip

    December 9-14th 2018

    6 Days • 8 Meals
    Collette trip- Air fare included. Highlights: Historic Charleston, Choice of Boone Hall Plantation or Patriots, Point Naval & Maritime Museum, James Island County Park Holiday Display, Jekyll Island, Christmas  Caroling, Savannah, Andrew Low House. Double $2,449 pp (rates secured until 6/8/2018)

    Trip presentation Wed., April 11th  at 11 am rsvp at 860-441-6785

     

    September 10-20th- Maritimes Coastal Wonders featuring the Cabot Trail

    11 Days • 16 Meals
    Collette trip- Air fare included. Highlights include: Halifax, Peggy’s Cove, Cape Breton Island, Cabot Trail,
    Prince Edward Island, Anne of Green Gables Museum, Choice on Tour, Hopewell Rocks, Fundy Trail,
    Lunenburg Double $3749 pp (rates secured until 3/2/2018)
    Trip presentation Mon. Feb 5th at 11am rsvp at 860-441-6785

    Outdoor Excursions: Friday’s Hike Postponed

    Well, thank goodness that snow storm wasn’t too bad.  Yet, our scheduled  Avery West Trail hike with Avalonia Land Conservancy for tomorrow,  Friday, March 23rd has been postponed with a TBA April date.  We should have the new date within the week.

    Next week, weather is looking good for our  SEAL WATCH  Tuesday, March 27th in the afternoon with Project O that we privately chartered (instead of sharing with a school group)

    Here are the details (just I case you weren’t aware):

    March  27th 1:00-3:30pm  Project Oceanology Seal Watch Cruise

    Please join us for a privately chartered boat excursion to observe the harbor seals in their natural habitat. The program begins with a brief presentation about these marine mammals that visit Fisher’s Island Sound each winter. We are scheduled for 1-3:30pm. After the presentation, participants board the Enviro-lab, binoculars in hand, and travel to popular seal destinations.  Cost is $38 pp

    You can register online at www.grotonrec.com !