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50th Anniversary Celebration for Leisure World Community Association

Friday, Mar. 10 - Sunday, Mar. 12 at

Recreation 1, 2 & 3 Centers

Come one and all to a festival weekend with food, fun, friends, and a bunch of activities. Let’s gather and celebrate reaching 50 years together!

We’ve met many wonderful people and businesses along the way, creating trusted friends and associates. You’ll be seeing some of them as they honor Leisure World’s 50th by sponsoring events throughout our celebration. Please help us show our community’s appreciation for their great partnerships by stopping by any of their booths with your gratitude.

Activity Calendar Snapshot

FRIDAY, MARCH 10  RECREATION 1

Remax

SATURDAY, MARCH 11

Anniversary

SUNDAY, MARCH 12  RECREATION 3 Anniversary

COME HELP US CELEBRATE!

Event Volunteers Needed

If you have time to give, we have celebratory programs and activities for you to get involved in. Your assistance is in high demand in a multitude of areas like researching, writing, planning, designing, decorating, hosting, food handlers, and more.

Please stop by the Rec Office, call 480-832-0000 Ext. 209 or email LWturns50@lwca.com to give your time and help make Leisure World shine!

50th

Anniversary

Leisure World Lion’s Club will be serving up their World famous the pancake breakfast. Menu is pancakes, French toast, sausages, syrup, juice, coffee & water. Following breakfast enjoy a courtyard concert starting at 9:30. Check out the photography club art show out by the Art Studio. Purchase tickets in advance at the Rec office or online.

Date: Sat., Mar. 11 Time: 7:30 – 10:30 a.m. Place: Rec. 1 Ballroom

February 5

Mrs. Harris Goes to Paris

London housecleaner Ada Harris thinks her lonely life might turn around if she can become the owner of a Christian Dior gown. Saying goodbye to friends like Archie won’t be easy, and neither will be winning over elite people in Paris from Madame Colbert to idealistic accountant André. But Ada’s irrepressible charm just might end up saving the whole House of Dior.

February 12

Invincible

February Movies

Free Sunday movies in the Theater 4 p.m. Refreshments provided. Due to the popularity of the movies, there will be no seat-saving. All seats will be on a first-come basis only. Schedule may change due to Netflix movie availability.

(PG) – 1hr 55m

February 19

Lincoln

(PG) – 1hr 44m

Devoted Philadelphia Eagles fan Vince Papale has just lost his wife and his job as a substitute teacher. But by impressing his favorite NFL team’s coach in open tryouts and winning a place on the field, he turns a terrible year into a winner.

(PG13) – 2hr 30m

Director Steven Spielberg takes on the towering legacy of Abraham Lincoln, focusing on his stewardship of the Union during the Civil War years. The biographical saga also reveals the conflicts within Lincoln’s cabinet regarding the war and abolition.

February 26

The Lost City

(PG13) – 1hr 51m

After being kidnapped by a villainous treasure hunter, a successful romance novelist is forced to team up with her cover model as they are swept into a cutthroat jungle adventure that proves stranger than fiction.

Classics of the Silver Screen Movie Night:

Dr. Ben McKenna (James Stewart) is on vacation with his wife (Doris Day) and son in Morocco when a chance encounter with a stranger sets their trip, and their lives, on a drastically different course. The stranger, killed in front of the family in the marketplace, reveals an assassination plot to the Americans. The couple’s son is abducted in order to ensure the plot is kept secret, and suddenly the mother and father, with no help from the police, must figure out a way to get their child back.

Award winning movie director/producer and

Leisure World resident, Jim Politano shares some unique cinematic experiences, facts, and trivia before and after the movie. You will have the opportunity to ask questions in a Q & A session.

Do not miss this chance to seeing this classic on the big screen. FREE! See you at the movies!

Date: Tues., Feb. 21

Time: 6:00 p.m.

Place: Rec. 1 Theater

Travel is Calling - Collette Trips

As the longest running tour operator in North America, Collette has been providing guided travel for 102 years. They offer trips on all seven continents, allowing guests to fulfill their deepest travel aspirations. As a family owned and operated business, they consider our travelers to be our personal guests. Collette understands that each guest is

Shades of Ireland

July 21 - 30, 2023

From history-filled Dublin to the rolling green hills and dramatic coast, experience Ireland’s charms on a journey through the Emerald Isle. Choose how you explore the city of Dublin. Kiss the Blarney Stone at historic Blarney Castle. See Killarney from an Irish jaunting car. Pick from a selection of the best restaurants with our Diner’s Choice program. Experience the world-famous beauty of the Ring of Kerry. See border collies in action during a traditional sheepdog demonstration. Stand in awe at the top of the stunning 700-foot Cliffs of Moher. Live like royalty during an overnight stay on the grounds of a castle. A vibrant blend of captivating culture and stunning nature, this is the Ireland you’ve always imagined. https://gateway.gocollette.com/ link/1128614 unique, so we offer a variety of travel styles, including small groups, single hotel stays, faith-based experiences and river cruises. Stop by the Rec. Office for more information and registration sheets.

Discover Nashville

September 24 - 28, 2023

Walk in the footsteps of music legends and feel the beat of the city’s dynamic energy. This is Nashville. Visit the recording studio where country’s best artists poured their soul into the mic – RCA Studio B. Hop on the city trolley and hop off wherever you choose with your included tour pass. Venture into the historic Ryman Auditorium with an expert insider. Take your seat at the Grand Ole Opry for a bucket-list performance. After a choice of visiting historic Carnton House or Leiper’s Fork Whiskey Distillery, enjoy free time to explore the unique shops and excellent restaurants of the cozy town of Franklin. Tap your feet and line dance your way through this upbeat, legendmaking capital of Tennessee. https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1102697

Trips and Tours

Whether you enjoy traveling near or far, there is a trip that is right for you. If you like one-day excursions or are looking to find your next big travel destination, look below to see what might fit your interests. To reserve your spot, visit the community website, the Recreation Office or call 480-832-0000 ext. 209 to purchase your tickets. Please note trips with * may depart from Burger King if less than 10 have signed up. The tour company will verify 2-7 days prior to trip. Trips categorized with KT will always pick up and drop off from Leisure World.

KEY CODES: Collette (C) ¤ Free Spirit (FS) ¤ Kindred Tours (KT) ¤ Leisure World Recreation (LW)

Follow-Along Trips:

Fat Cats Recline & Dine or Harkins Theater - 80 for Brady Movie

Four best friends live life to the fullest when they embark on a wild trip to see their hero, Tom Brady, play in the 2017 Super Bowl. Starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Tom Brady, Rita Moreno, and Sally Field. Check back in February’s newspaper and in the Rec. Office for updates as the showtimes are released. Please sign up in the Rec. Office if you are interested in this trip so that you are the first to know when registration is available.

Date: Tues., Feb. 28 (early afternoon showtime)

Cost: $10 per person

Deadline: Fri., Feb. 24

Hale Theatre – The Gazebo Thriller Comedy

This comedy/thriller has kept audiences guessing since it opened! A writer of TV whodunnits with an eye for inventing the perfect crime finds himself trying to pull off the perfect crime to protect his wife who is being blackmailed. Filled with intrigue, mystery, and sheer hilarity—you’ll love the clever twists and turns of this unique whodunnit! Debbie Reynolds and Glen Ford starred in this hit movie.

Date: Tues., Mar. 21

Cost: $40 per person

Deadline: Tues., Mar. 7

MOTORCOACH TRIPS: FEBRUARY

37TH ANNUAL FLORENCE HISTORIC HOME & BUILDING TOUR (KT)

Travel more than 150 years back in time on the Florence Historic Home & Building Tour—an exciting opportunity to explore one of Arizona’s oldest towns. Established in 1866, Florence’s early economy was based in agriculture, but a mere nine years later silver was discovered at the Silver King Mine and Florence became the government seat of the newly formed Pinal County. Over the ensuing years Florence played an important role as a regional administrative center for all federal land transactions for Southern Arizona. The Arizona State Prison moved to

Photo Credit: Tony the Marine. The Charles Rapp Saloon Building was built in 1875 and is located in 361 Main St. in Florence, AZ.

Florence in 1908, replacing the Territorial Prison in Yuma. Inmates were shipped from Yuma by train to build the prison and lived in the surrounding desert during its construction. Throughout its history Florence’s architecture evolved from rustic Sonoran adobe brick buildings to the Modern Movement and all the architectural styles that existed in Territorial Arizona can be found along the streets of Florence today. We’ll stroll charming downtown Florence and enjoy the hop on, hop off trolley ride to outlying historical structures offered on the tour. Lunch is on self, with several great little restaurants to choose from.

Date: Sat., Feb. 11

Cost: $99 per person

Deadline: Fri., Feb 4

MYSTERY TOUR* (FS)

You’ll be able to see some of the most beautiful sights around while having fun with fellow travelers. This is an experience everyone will love! It’s perfect for anyone who wants to get out and see more than just their own backyard. And it won’t break the bank either! So, what are you waiting for? Sign up today and let us show you why we’re #1 when it comes to tours in Phoenix, AZ. Where are you going? We can’t tell you quite yet but rest assured that we have something great in store for you on this Mystery Tour! *Pick-up at Burger King on Superstition Springs Blvd.

Date: Thurs., Feb. 16

Cost: $140 per person

Deadline: Thurs., Feb. 2

The 18th Annual Polish Festival

We’re on our way to Our Lady of Czestochowa Parish, right here in North Central Phoenix, for the 18th Annual Polish Festival. Once a small neighborhood gathering, this fabulous festival now attracts thousands of visitors. Do not miss this wonderful opportunity to feast on authentic Polish food, including stuffed cabbage rolls, Hunter’s stew, grilled Polish sausage, pierogis and so much more. A gallery exhibit educates festival goers about aspects of Polish history, and Polish dance groups from around the country will be performing traditional dances. This festival is a big fundraiser for the church, where along with weekly services, the church also operates a Saturday Polish school for 150 children to learn the language, history and culture of Poland.

Date: Sat., Feb. 18th

Cost: $75 per person

Deadline: Fri., Feb. 3

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Leisure World’s Trips and Tours

AN AMERICAN IN PARIS AT PHOENIX THEATRE (KT)

Romance, dance, and the soaring melodies of George and Ira Gershwin – who could ask for anything more? This matinee performance, offered on the Mainstage of Phoenix Theatre is full of grandeur! Set to the exhilarating music of George and Ira Gershwin, this new hit musical inspired by the 1951 film includes the timeless favorites, “’S Wonderful,” “I Got Rhythm,” and “You Can’t Take That Away From Me.” The story follows a young American soldier and French girl each yearning for a new beginning in the most romantic city in the world – amongst breathtaking ballet, sweeping scores, and decadent dance. This modern and theatrical telling will make your soul soar with awe-inspiring beauty –prepare to be swept away. We’ll also enjoy lunch on self at the Miracle Mile Deli, prior to the show. A Phoenix landmark since 1949 the Miracle Mile serves the best deli sandwiches and homemade soups, along with great daily specials including a roast turkey plate, Hungarian stuffed cabbage rolls, meatloaf, mac & cheese, and so much more.

Date: Sat., Feb. 25

Cost: $138 per person

Deadline: Wed., Feb. 15

TWO GUN MCGRAW AT THE GASLIGHT THEATRE (KT)

Receive a Free List of Reputable Senior Living Options & Discounts www. Leisure World Residents Save Up to 50% on Daily Home Care www.HomeWellCares.com/EastValley Call for a Free Assessment: (480) 629-8322 • Personal Care • Med. Management • Meal Prep • Custom Tasks • Rates start at $50 • Free Placement Service • Accompany on Tours • Negotiate Your Terms • Assistance on Moving Day Your Care . Your Terms. www.ArizonaSongbird.com Call for a Free Consultation: (602) 319-1447 Visit website for Free Guide, ‘What to Ask on a Tour’ We work with Long Term Care Insurance & Veterans Benefits diner-style milkshakes, adult beverages, fantastic desserts, served throughout the show. The Gaslight Theatre experience is a BLAST!

Date: Sun., Feb 26

Cost: $132 per person

Deadline: Wed., Feb 22

March

THE 40TH ANNUAL ST. PATRICK’S DAY FAIRE (KT)

“For the whole world is Irish on the Seventeenth o’ March.” Thomas Augustine Daly We’ll be “wearing the green” and celebrating the day at Margaret T. Hance Park in downtown Phoenix, conveniently located next to the Irish Cultural Center. We’ll enjoy Irish music, Irish step-dancing and bagpipers. Lunch is on self, with bars throughout the faire, serving delicious corned beef and cabbage, as well as diverse food options from Arizona local vendors. Pop into the Cultural Center to research your Irish ancestry, explore Irish arts & crafts.

Date: Sat., Mar. 11

Cost: $85 per person

Deadline: Fri., Mar. 3

Cost: $196 per person

Deadline: Mon., Feb. 27

GRAND CANYON RAILWAY OVERNIGHT* (FS)

Day One

*Pick-up will be from Burger King on Superstition Blvd.

Depart the Phoenix Valley and travel to Bearizona. Lunch Included at Canyonlands Restaurant. Head to Williams, Arizona and check-in the Grand Canyon Railway Hotel for overnight. Dinner on own.

Day Two

Enjoy included Breakfast at Fred Harvey’s before departing on the Grand Canyon Railway to Grand Canyon National Park. Upon arrival at the Grand Canyon Village depot, guests will board the bus for the Grand Rim tour. The 2.5 hour tour works seamlessly with the train’s schedule, allowing you to get to some of the most recognizable view points along the South Rim. The tour bus will deliver you right to you lunch so all the planning is taken care of. Plus, you’ll have about an hour on your own to explore the historic Grand Canyon Village where you can visit the historic hotels and shops before boarding the train for your return trip to Williams. Guest will board the bus and return to Phoenix area.

Date: Wed., March 15- Thurs., March 16

Cost: $650 per person (dbl) | $785 (sgl)

Deadline: Wed., March 1

MADERA CANYON & THE LONGHORN GRILL (KT)

Visitors to the Longhorn Grill, one of southern Arizona’s most iconic landmarks, still walk through the main entrance famously sculpted to look like a gigantic cow’s skull leaning against a boulder. Step inside to discover an all-new interior and a fabulous menu that runs from chargrilled burgers to slow smoked brisket sandwiches, big fresh salads topped with pollo asado chicken or grilled salmon, and imaginative rice bowls. Lunch is on self. Later we’ll head to beautiful Madera Canyon, located on the northwestern face of the Santa Rita Mountains in the Coronado National Forest. Madera Canyon and Madera Creek traverse four life zones, and many habitats between the desert floor and the mountaintops, making it one of Arizona’s most famous “Sky Islands.” With fifteen species of hummingbirds, and over 256 species of birds documented, it is a “required” site for all serious birders. You will not spend time in Madera Canyon without seeing plenty of wildlife. Whitetailed and mule deer, rabbits, wild turkeys, and squirrels are regularly observed. Other animals like black bear, coati, foxes, ring-tailed cats, raccoons, bobcats, and mountain lion are more reclusive and only occasionally seen, and sixteen species of bats have been recorded in the Canyon. Madera Canyon is a perfect springtime destination!

Date: Mon., Mar. 20

SOUTH MOUNTAIN HORSEBACK RIDE & COWBOY COOKOUT (KT)

How fortunate we are that the nation’s largest city park is in our own backyard! South Mountain Park covers over 50 miles of trails—unchanged Arizona backcountry—offering spectacular views of the Sonoran Desert. We’ll begin our adventure at Ponderosa Stables, nestled in the foothills of South Mountain, where we’ll kick off the experience with a fantastic Cowboy Cookout, including chargrilled burgers, dogs, cowboy beans, salads and more. Later our knowledgeable guides will introduce us to our gentle trail horses, a horse for every level of rider, from first timers to seasoned equestrians. Experienced trailhands will lead the way, discussing points of interest, local history, and wildlife, as we slowly rise in elevation while enjoying the beauty of the American Southwest. Do not miss this remarkable one-hour ride!

Date: Mon., Mar. 13

| DIAMONDBACKS @ CUBS* (FS)

SPRING TRAINING

Take Me Out to the Ball Game! Come & enjoy the afternoon at the VIP 3rd base Party Deck exclusively at the stunning Cubs Spring Training Field as we watch the Chicago Cubs take on the Diamondbacks. Guests will enjoy the spring Training game at the VIP 3rd Party Deck at Sloan Park. Your afternoon here will include a delightful lunch & a cash bar is available.

Lunch Menu: Hamburgers, Hotdogs, Assorted Toppings, Ranchero Beans, Pasta Salad, Tomato Cucumber Salad, Assorted Cookies, Iced Tea, Lemonade, Water.

Pricing Tiers

All options include game tickets, VIP Deck access & lunch as described above.

• Self-Drive (base price) | $105.00 per person; NOTE: This option does not include transportation or parking passes.

• East Valley Pick Up | $130.00 per person; includes small group transportation

*Pick-up at Burger King on Superstition Springs Blvd.

Date: Thurs., Mar. 16

Cost: See above – Self Drive: $105 per person

| Pick-up $130 per person

Deadline: Tues., Feb. 28

Cost: $110 per person

Deadline: Mon., Mar. 13

KARTCHNER CAVERNS (FS)

Depart the Valley and travel to Kartchner Caverns for the day. These stunning caverns are located at the Eastern base of the Whetstone Mountains, just Southeast of Tucson. This half-mile tour will take you through the desert and then underground! Where you will discover the role that water plays in creating the caverns & see the original trail created by the discoverers. *Pick-up from Burger King on Superstition Blvd.

Date: Tues., Mar. 21

Cost: $159 per person

Deadline: Tues., Mar. 7

ASU GAMMAGE - “ANNIE” (LW)

Holding onto hope when times are tough can take an awful lot of determination, and sometimes, an awful lot of determination comes in a surprisingly small package. Little Orphan Annie has reminded generations of theatergoers that sunshine is always right around the corner, and now the best-loved musical of all time is set to return in a new production — just as you remember it and just when we need it most. Annie, directed by Jenn Thompson, features the iconic book and score, written

by

Tony Award®-winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin. This celebration of family, optimism and the American spirit remains the ultimate cure for all the hard knocks life throws your way.

Date: Fri., Mar. 24

Cost: $115 per person

Depart: 6:15 p.m. for 7:30 p.m. show

Deadline: Mon., Feb. 20

Save the Date!

Chaco Culture National Historical Park (KT)

March 24-26, Friday-Sunday

Stay tuned for more details!

GRAND FALLS ON THE LITTLE COLORADO RIVER (KT)

Experience the drama of Arizona’s best kept secret! Taller than Niagara Falls, the Grand Falls are thunderous mid-March to early April—the springtime runoff from the White Mountains. Often called the “Chocolate Falls” due to the muddiness of the Colorado River, the Grand Falls are dry throughout most of the year. With no signs to direct us, and only a dirt road to get us across scenery that looks a lot like the Painted Desert, the Grand Falls on the Little Colorado River is not a popular tourist destination, but well worth the journey. We’ll enjoy lunch on self in Flagstaff before arriving at the Falls. Historic downtown Flagstaff is home to many restaurants, so there is sure to be something for everyone.

Date: Tues., Mar. 28

Cost: $110 per person

Deadline: Fri., Mar. 17

April

DIAMONDBACKS VS DODGERS OPENING DAY (LW)

The ballpark is calling. Enjoy watching the game from the all-you-caneat section. Cheer on our D-Backs as they take on the Los Angeles Dodgers. Our deluxe motorcoach transportation departs in time to get you to the game early to see all the special opening day activities.

Date: Thurs., Apr. 6

Cost: $115 per person

Deadline: Mon., March 6

KEY CODES:

Collette (C) • Free Spirit (FS) • Kindred Tours (KT)• Leisure World Recreation (LW)

* Trips may depart from Burger King if less than 10 have signed up. The tour company will verify 2-7 days prior to trip.

KT trips will always pick up and drop off from Leisure World and verify pickup time 2 days prior to trip.

Follow Along Trips

On Sale Now at the Recreation Office and Online

For 19 years, Hale Centre Theatre has been bringing exciting, family-friendly Broadway Musicals, Dramas, and Comedies to downtown Gilbert audiences. With discounted tickets seated on the north side of the stage, you’ll be sure to have a great night, in the round, filled with laughs, music, and high-quality stage productions. Join your friends, neighbors, and family on a local, economical excursion once a month to enjoy theatre right down the road. Drive yourself or carpool with friends as we follow along as a group to Hale Theatre this season!

Fat Cats Recline & Dine or Harkins Theater - 80 for Brady Movie

Four best friends live life to the fullest when they embark on a wild trip to see their hero, Tom Brady, play in the 2017 Super Bowl. Starring Jane Fonda, Lily Tomlin, Tom Brady, Rita Moreno, and Sally Field. Check back in February’s newspaper and in the Rec. Office for updates as the showtimes are released.

Date: Tues., Feb. 21 (early afternoon showtime)

Cost: $10

Deadline: Fri., Feb. 17

Hale Theatre – The Gazebo Thriller Comedy

This comedy/thriller has kept audiences guessing since it opened! A writer of TV whodunnits with an eye for inventing the perfect crime finds himself trying to pull off the perfect crime to protect his wife who is being blackmailed. Filled with intrigue, mystery, and sheer hilarity—you’ll love the clever twists and turns of this unique whodunnit! Debbie Reynolds and Glen Ford starred in this hit movie.

Date: Tues., Mar. 21

Cost: $40

Deadline: Tues., Mar. 7

Bye Bye Birdie Musical Comedy

It’s 1960 and hip-swingin’ teen heartthrob, rock-and-roll superstar Conrad Birdie has been drafted into the army. His manager cooks up a plan to send him off in style, with a swell new song and one last kiss from a lucky teenage fan on The Ed Sullivan Show. Featuring beloved songs such as “Put on A Happy Face,” “Spanish Rose,” and “A Lot of Livin’ To Do.”

Date: Thurs., May 25

Cost: $40

Deadline: Thurs., May 11

Motorcoach Trips: ALL ABOARD TO BROADWAY On Sale Now at the Recreation Office and Online!

Announcing Leisure World 2022-2023 Broadway Across America season at ASU Gammage. All shows include roundtrip deluxe motorcoach transportation with show tickets in Orchestra Level seating.

“Jesus Christ Superstar”

$105 pp

Wed., Feb. 1, 2023

Departs at 6:15 p.m. for 7:30 p.m. show

With lyrics and music by Emmy, Grammy, Oscar and Tony winners Tim Rice and Andrew Lloyd Webber, Jesus Christ Superstar is set against the backdrop of an extraordinary series of events during the final weeks in the life of Jesus Christ as seen through the eyes of Judas. Reflecting the rock roots that defined a generation, the legendary score includes ‘I Don’t Know How to Love Him’, ‘Gethsemane’ and ‘Superstar.’

Sold Out! Advanced Tickets Only

“Frozen”

“Annie”

$115 pp

Wed., Mar. 1, 2023

Departs at 6:15 p.m. for 7:30 p.m. show

Frozen, the Tony®-nominated Best Musical, is now on tour across North America. Frozen features the songs you know and love from the original Oscar®-winning film, plus a dozen new numbers by the film’s songwriters, Oscar winner Kristen Anderson-Lopez and EGOT winner Robert Lopez. Oscar winner Jennifer Lee (book), Tony and Olivier Award winner Michael Grandage (director), and Tony winner Rob Ashford (choreographer) round out the creative team that has won a cumulative 16 Tony Awards. Frozen is everything you want in a musical: It’s moving. It’s spectacular. And above all, it’s pure Broadway joy.

Sold Out! Advanced Tickets Only

$115 pp

Fri., Mar., 24, 2023

Departs at 6:15 p.m. for 7:30 p.m. show

Holding onto hope when times are tough can take an awful lot of determination, and sometimes, an awful lot of determination comes in a surprisingly small package. Little Orphan Annie has reminded generations of theatergoers that sunshine is always right around the corner, and now the bestloved musical of all time is set to return in a new production — just as you remember it and just when we need it most. Annie, directed by Jenn Thompson, features the iconic book and score, written by Tony Award®-winners Thomas Meehan, Charles Strouse and Martin Charnin. This celebration of family, optimism and the American spirit remains the ultimate cure for all the hard knocks life throws your way.

Deadline: Mon., Feb. 20

We did it! We notched the first month of 2023 off our belts! I hope it was a month full of happiness and blessings for you all. As we are in 2023, I have decided to implement a new travel company into Leisure World in hopes in bringing forth better, and new travel opportunities to you all. Alongside working with Kindred Tours, Free Spirit Vacations, and Collette Travel, we will now be introducing Premier World Discovery into our arsenal of travel companies. Premier World Discovery is entering its 20th year as a company, they continue their passion for tours and exploring the United States and beyond. They offer over 80 fully guided global tour programs to over 50 different countries. They also offer more than 40 guided tours throughout the United States and Canada. What sets Premier World Discovery apart, is their quality

Molly’s Miles

hotel accommodations, experienced tour directors, local guides, deluxe motorcoaches, inclusive sightseeing, and cultural experiences all selected to showcase the destination and make you feel like a local.

While working with our very own representative from Premier World Discovery, Afrodite and I carefully selected two amazing trips for Leisure World to embark on in 2023. In October 2023, we will keep it in the states, heading to Mackinac Island, The Grand Hotel, and Niagara Falls. On this 8-day tour, you will experience the Henry Ford Museum, Mackinac Island, The Grand Hotel, a Horse Drawn Carriage Tour, Frankenmuth, and Niagara Falls. Some highlights of this tour include 2 nights at the Grand Hotel, 2 nights in Niagara Falls, Skylon Tower Dinner, and so much more. This trip will include roundtrip airfare, 11 meals, sightseeing and admissions per itinerary, hotel transfers, professional tour director, motorcoach transportation, and baggage handling at hotels. All you have to worry about is having fun, and they take care of the rest! If you were hoping to venture a little further outside of the United States in 2023, we have also selected Switzerland & Christmas Markets on the Rhine for November 2023. On this 9-day venture, you will spend 6 nights on a Amadeus Imperial River Cruise travelling your way through Strasbourg, France, Speyer, Germany, Rudesheim, Germany, Cochem, Germany, and Cologne, Germany. The highlights of this tour include Lucerne walking tour, 5 Christmas Market experiences, Reichsburg Castle and Wine Tasting, and two afternoons at leisure. This trip includes roundtrip airfare, hotel stays, 6-Night cruise, 18 meals, professional tour director, English speaking ship staff, regional wines and beers with dinners, international taxes/fuel/port charges, baggage handling at hotels/ship, roundtrip hotel/ship transfers, and wifi onboard. Although we just got out of the