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.

    Thursday, April 26th- Day Trip to Newport Playhouse Show and Cabaret: Exit Laughing

    Posted on February 28, 2018 by Groton

    At Newport’s only Dinner Theater enjoy their great home-style buffet, a wonderful play in their intimate theater and a fun-filled cabaret in the dining room.

    ​Buffet 11:30am…Curtain 1:00pm Cabaret always follows the play.

    We leave at 9:45 am & return approximately 6 pm at GSC
    Cost: $65/resident

    Tuesday, April 17th- Day Trip to Tribute to the Divine Miss M at the Aqua Turf – Show and Lunch

    Posted on February 28, 2018 by Groton

    Kathy has been singing the hits of Bette Midler for more than 20 years on stages around the world. Bette’s repertoire has something for everyone! Big Band, swing era tunes, hip-hop, country, ballads, blues, dance and “Sophie” jokes for a good belly laugh.
    Please note: Dancing will not be offered at this event.
    MENU: Coffee & Donuts Door Prizes Complimentary Glass of Beer or Wine. Family Style: Salad/ Pasta/ Chicken Marsala/ Baked Meatloaf/ Potato/ Vegetable/ Dessert.
    We depart GSC at 10am
    ​Cost: $55/resident

    Sunday, April 4th- Day Trip to Beautiful the Carole King Musical

    Posted on February 28, 2018 by Groton

    Location: Providence Performing Arts Center
    We have right orchestra seats for this amazing 1 pm show! We take our own Groton Senior Center bus and have a limit of 20 seats.
    We depart GSC at 11:30 am
    ​Cost: $ 72/resident

    Day Trip Project Oceanology Seal Watch Cruise

    Posted on February 28, 2018 by Groton

    Time: 1:00pm

    Join Project Oceanology for a 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/resident

    Monday Feb 5th at 11 am is our trip presentation on the Maritimes Coastal Wonders

    Posted on January 30, 2018 by Groton

    Trip presentation with Collette
    Maritimes Coastal Wonders featuring the Cabot Trail
    September 10-20 , 2018

    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

    Click on the link https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/811991 and get even more details

    PLEASE call to sign up for this trip presentation at 860-441-6785