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.

    OATS at TreeTrails Adventure Park

    Posted on October 28, 2023 by Groton

    Friday, November 2nd from 2:00-4:00pm

     

    2 hours of Rope Climbing Course in Mystic -Set on 50 acres of beautiful CT Woodlands. It will challenge your body, mind and spirit. With 5 adult courses -beginner to expert courses, it is a safe, fun and memorable tree top climbing experience that includes 2 belay safety system zip lines, cargo nets and tree to tree obstacles.

    MUST register by Oct 28th.

    COST is $39 per person (usual cost is $59 pp).

    ​​​​​​​Limited spots available.

    Italy’s Treasures and Blue Grass Country trips in 2024

    Posted on October 1, 2023 by Groton

    Italy’s Treasures

    Highlights: Vineyards, olive groves, and cities that float. Incredible history, indelible culture, and unforgettable cuisine. This is l’Italia at its most iconic. Enjoy the natural beauty and calm of the Alpine Lakes region. Snake along the edge of the sea to the medieval villages of Cinque Terre. Aboard off-road vehicles, explore the marble quarries of Carrara, where Michelangelo obtained the marble for his statue of David. Relax during a leisurely 4-night stay at a Tuscan villa. At a family-owned villa, learn the fine art of creating Tuscan cuisine during a hands-on cooking class. Explore Florence, the birthplace of the Renaissance. Discover Venice, a city of winding canals and bridges. From medieval masterpieces to bustling piazzas, be swept away by the legendary treasures of northern Italy.

    Tour Overview Video (download): Italy’s Treasures

    Weblink: https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1171290

     

    Bluegrass Country & The Smoky Mountains

    Highlights: Take a delightful trip through the heart of Appalachia, discovering the equestrian culture of Kentucky, the pioneer spirit of Tennessee, and the mountainous beauty of North Carolina. Get a taste of Bourbon, baseball, and Thoroughbreds in Louisville and Lexington, Kentucky. Travel through Daniel Boone National Forest as you make your way to Gatlinburg, Tennessee. From your home base of Gatlinburg, explore the natural wonders of Great Smoky Mountains National Park. Travel on to Asheville, North Carolina, and enjoy the city’s historic architecture, engaging neighborhoods and robust arts districts. Tour the Biltmore Estate, George Vanderbilt’s “little mountain escape” in the Blue Ridge Mountains. When you leave, you’ll have the warmth and charm of southern Appalachia still in your heart.

    Weblink: https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1171305

     

     

    Trip: Goodspeed Opera House Matinee- “The 12” A Musical

    Posted on September 28, 2023 by Groton

    Thursday, October 19th

    Jerusalem. The disciples are in disarray. Torn apart by the unthinkable death of their leader, see how twelve ordinary individuals come together to create one of the most powerful movements ever known. Filled with power and passion, The 12 is a universal story of love and how each of us must eventually navigate the loss of whatever we hold most dear. Join us for a profoundly moving musical that you will never forget!

    We have center orchestra seats for the 2 pm show. Let us do the driving for you! We take our own bus to East Haddam for this wonderful show. We meet at Thrive55+ Center and depart from our parking lot. $72 resident/82 non resident. Cost includes, transportation, driver and show admission.

    Trip Presentation Sept 7 at 4 pm

    Posted on September 1, 2023 by Groton

    We have two awesome trips in 2024 that we want to tell you about  Sept. 7th  Thursday at 4 pm – please let us know if you are coming!! 860-441-6785 

    AMERICA’S COWBOY COUNTRY

    Aug 22– 29, 2024 https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1171300

    Badlands National Park, Custer State Park, Crazy Horse Memorial, Mt. Rushmore, Deadwood Buffalo Bill Center of the West, Yellowstone National Park, Jackson Hole, Grand Teton National Park    Double  $4,029pp  / Single  $5,029pp  /Triple   $3,799pp if booked before Feb. 22, 2024

    MEMORIALS OF WORLD WAR II FEATURING THE 80TH ANNIVERSARY OF THE D-DAY LANDING

    Sep 30- Oct 9,  2024   https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1171302

    London & Paris WWII-Focused City Tours, Portsmouth, The D-Day Story Museum, English Channel Crossing, Juno Beach, Caen Peace Memorial Museum, Arromanche-les-Baines, Longues-sur-Mer, Apple Cider Farm Visit, Normandy American Cemetery, Omaha Beach, Pointe du Hoc, Airborne Museum, Utah Beach, Giverny Gardens,         Seine River Dinner Cruise. Double   $4,829pp / Single   $5,829pp if booked before Feb. 1, 2024