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Dear Fellow Traveler, Summer is sweeter with friends, fun and great adventure. To celebrate the season, we have a collection of summer trips that to the beach and the water including Block Island, Cruising the Hudson River, the rugged coast of Maine, the picturesque Hamptons and more! Whether it’s for a day or more, let’s enjoy this weather together with fun and sun! At the same time, it’s hard to believe that fall is just around the corner. This fall we are excited to introduce three different trip series. These trips are grouped together with similar themes, each with something special to offer. We hope you’ll agree that a series of trips like this gives us all something to look forward to each month and makes trip planning with our friends even easier. Choose any three trips within a series and save $40 when compared to buying each trip individually. Sing along on a series of Music and Memories or explore Justin’s New York Series with Award Winning Guide Justin Ferrate. Or, join us for a collection of fun destinations and attractions like Madame Tussaud’s, the Space Shuttle at the Intrepid, the New York Yankees, the Big E State Fair and more! On each of these trips, Kids are Welcome! So, come on your own, with your friends, or with the youngest members of your family! For full details about these three different series, flip to page 6 and 7. We are so pleased to share this latest catalog of trips with you. We believe each can be a way to meet new people, make new memories with old friends and just simply have a great time. To help you plan, see the full calendar of trips on page 4. We can’t wait to see you soon!
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New York Yankees Game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 The Big E. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Saratoga Thoroughbred Racing. . . . . . . . . . . 9 The Nordic Lodge . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 The Greenbrier Resort 5 Days. . . . . . . . 10-11 Oyster, Champagne and Lighthouses. . . . . 12 Fall Foliage Hudson River Cruise . . . . . . . . 12 Tanglewood Season Finale. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Yankee Stadium Tour & Arthur Ave. . . . . . 13 FDR Home and Culinary Institute . . . . . . . 14 Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Cruise. . . . 14 Strolling the High Line. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 The Barnes Museum . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Discover Brooklyn’s Beauty . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Celebrate Autumn at Mohonk. . . . . . . . . . . 16 Fall Foliage on the Connecticut River. . . . . 17 Oktoberfest at Villa Roma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17 Discover the Cloisters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 The Great Gatsby Era: LI’s Gold Coast. . . . 18 Eleanor Roosevelt’s Val-Kil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 Sight & Sound: Noah. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19 The Best of Historic Harlem. . . . . . . . . . . . . 20 Peddler’s Village Apple Festival. . . . . . . . . . 20
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Music and Memories. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Justin’s New York. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Kid’s Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
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Broadway: Now and Forever . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 A Tribute to the Rat Pack. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26 Discovering Block Island 3 Days. . . . . . . . . 27 Maine’s Coast: Bar Harbor 5 Days. . . . . 28-29 New York’s Waterways 3 Days. . . . . . . . . . . 30 Hudson River Discovery. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Best of the Berkshires . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Magical Quebec City 5 Days . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 High Society in the Hamptons. . . . . . . . . . . 33 Philly’s Famed Murals and Markets. . . . . . 33 The Space Shuttle Enterprise . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 Philadelphia: History in HD. . . . . . . . . . . . . 35 West Point Football Game . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 36 Glory in Gotham. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 Discovering Chinatown . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 37 The Duprees: Live at Fox Theater. . . . . . . . 38 Simply Streisand. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38
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Broadway: A Christmas Story . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Once in a Lifetime in Newport 2 Days. . . . 39 New Year’s Eve in Boston 3 Days. . . . . . . . . 40 Frankie Avalon Holiday Concert. . . . . . . . . 41 Victorian Christmas in Cape May. . . . . . . . 41 A Holiday Mystery Tour. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 27th Annual Boston Christmas Festival. . . 42 Radio City Christmas Spectacular. . . . . . . . 43 Brooklyn’s Incredible Christmas Lights . . . 44 Boston Pops Holiday Concert . . . . . . . . . . . 44 The Miracle of Christmas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 Christmas Celebration at Villa Roma. . . . . 45 A Southern Christmas 6 Days. . . . . . . . 60-61 NEW Refer-A-Friend Savings. . . . . . . . . . . . 2 Calendar of Upcoming Trips. . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Important Reservation Information. . . 22-23 Medical Cancellation Insurance . . . . . . . . . 23
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Introducing Trip Series
A New Way to Have Fun and Save Choose any three trips within a series and save $40 per person! We are excited to introduce our first ever trip series! Throughout the catalog, trips are highlighted to indicate they are part of a series. Keep an eye out for the different icons that designate each series – Justin’s New York, Music and Memories and Kids Welcome. Each series features several different trips with similar themes, each with something special to offer - just choose your favorite three trips within a series and save $40 when compared to buying each trip individually. We hope you’ll agree trip series gives us something to look forward to and makes planning with friends even easier. A series of fun favorites and savings – what could be better?
Music & Memories
Sing along with your favorite music in this series that will have you dancing in the aisles. Choose your favorite three from our collection of musical trips – and we’ll sing along with you!
The Duprees at Foxwoods September 12, 2013 See page 38
Simply Streisand Tribute October 16, 2013
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A Tribute to the Rat Pack November 13, 2013 See page 26
Villa Roma Holiday Celebration December 3, 2013
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Frankie Avalon in Atlantic City December 4, 2013
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In order to qualify for series savings, all three trips must be part of the same series. Guests may purchase multiple series to increase their savings! All three trips within a series must be reserved at the same time. Savings are contingent on guests completing all three trips. If a guest cancels a trip in the series, the amount paid can be transferred to another trip within the same series, or the guest will forfeit series discount.
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Justin’s New York
Explore New York City on any of our upcoming trips with Award Winning Guide Justin Ferate. Justin is widely recognized as one of the best guides in the state and always puts his signature personal touch on every tour! Choose any three Justin trips – you’ll see why he’s everyone’s favorite!
The Great Gatsby Era
Historic Harlem & The Apollo
September 11, 2013 See page 18
November 7, 2013
Strolling the High Line
Brooklyn’s Incredible Lights
September 21, 2013 See page 15
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December 7 or 14, 2013 See page 44
Discover the Cloisters October 8, 2013
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Brooklyn’s Beauty October 12, 2013
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Discovering Chinatown October 26, 2013
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Kids Welcome!
This series features unique and fun attractions perfect for you, and also for kids. Each trip appeals to adventurers of all ages and each is kid friendly and grandchildren approved! So come on your own, with your friends, or with the youngest members of your family! Choose any three of these trips and let out your inner child!
New York Yankees Game August 15, 2013 See page 8
Tour Yankee Stadium September 28, 2013 See page 13
The Space Shuttle Enterprise November 2, 2013
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West Point Football Game November 9, 2013
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Boston Christmas Festival November 10, 2013 See page 42
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The New York Yankees vs. Anaheim Angels Join your friends for a great day at the ballpark as you cheer on our beloved New York Yankees! Watch the Bronx Bombers on their quest for another World Series Championship. Grab your own hot dog, peanuts and cracker jacks and root, root, root for the home team!
August 15th vs. Anaheim Angels Field Level - Section 107
Date: Thursday, August 15, 2013 Price: $115 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
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New York Yankees Field Level Tickets Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities
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Depart: Mamaroneck 10:45 am, White Plains 11:15 am, Yonkers 11:30 am Return: Yonkers 5:30 pm, White Plains 5:45 pm, Mamaroneck 6:15 pm
The Big E
A New England Tradition Since 1916! Indulge in piping hot clam chowder from Boston while shopping for Vermont-made maple syrup and Rhode Island coastal-inspired jewelry – all at The Big E in Springfield, MA – a New England tradition since 1916 and one of the largest fairs in the country. Shoppers Delight! as you find artisans from around the world – including Irish memorabilia from the Emerald Isle to exquisitely beaded products from India – you never know what treasures you’ll find! Agriculture has always been one of The Big E’s oldest traditions. You’ll see live animals, giant crops, landscape ideas and 4-H livestock competitions. Witness the Big E Daily Parade with marching bands, the Budweiser Clydesdales and much more!
Date: Thursday, September 19, 2013 Price: $69 per person Optional Insurance only $10
Depart: Yonkers 8:45 am, White Plains 9:00 am, Mt. Kisco 9:45 am Return: Mt. Kisco 7:30 pm, White Plains 8:00 pm, Yonkers 8:15 pm
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Saratoga Thoroughbred Racing Celebrating the 150th Anniversary
Thoroughbred racing has no finer setting than Saratoga Race Course, which this year will celebrate the 150th Anniversary of its opening. Named one of the “World’s Greatest Sporting Venues” by Sports Illustrated, the past comes alive in the historic grandstand every summer as you experience not only the best in racing, but the unmatched ambience and charm of historic Saratoga Springs. Today, experience that tradition! Begin with a delicious buffet luncheon at The Carousel, located on the 2nd floor of the Clubhouse including a carved meat selection, a variety of hot and cold foods, salads and scrumptious desserts. The Carousel is also equipped with televisions and betting windows for your comfort. This afternoon, relax in reserved seats, perfectly located along the home stretch. You’ll cheer on your favorite horses as they race for the finish line. Please note, there is a dress code for the Saratoga Clubhouse: Business casual, no jeans, shorts or other abbreviated wear, collared shirts for gentlemen.
Date: Thursday, August 1, 2013
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Clubhouse Admission and Reserved Seating Buffet Lunch at The Carousel Upper Class Tour Director Depart: Mamaroneck 7:00 am, Yonkers 7:45 am, White Plains 8:00 am Return: White Plains 9:30 pm, Yonkers 9:45 pm, Mamaroneck 10:15 pm All taxes and gratuities
The Nordic Lodge
Featuring $35 Bonus at Mohegan Sun Casino A truly unique dining experience awaits you today at the famed Nordic Lodge in Rhode Island. Family owned and operated since 1963, the Nordic Lodge is famous for their all-you-can-eat buffet. Their extensive menu includes: Boiled Lobster, Alaskan Crab, Black Angus Prime Rib, Filet Mignon, Crab Cakes, Oysters on the Half Shell, Smoked Fish, Jumbo Shrimp, Lobster Bisque, Dozens of Delightful Desserts and much, much more! Your day also includes a visit to Mohegan Sun Casino where you’ll receive a $35 bonus package with includes a complimentary buffet and $25 in gaming bonuses. (Bonus package subject to the casino’s discretion) Make sure you come hungry and don’t make any plans for the next few nights as you will never see as much phenomenal food in one place as what you’ll see, smell and taste today! All you can eat… more than you can imagine.
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Date: Friday, August 9, 2013
Price: $149 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
Two Meals - Dinner at the Nordic Lodge and Lunch at the Casino $25 Casino Bonus Depart: Yonkers 7:45 am, White Plains 8:00 am, Mamaroneck 8:30 am Return: Mamaroneck 8:30 pm, White Plains 9:00 pm, Yonkers 9:15 pm Tour Director, taxes & gratuities
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Pamper Yourself at The Greenbrier! featuring Historic Trains of West Virginia
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Day 1: Buckhannon, WV (D) Today we journey through the Allegheny Mountains en route to West Virginia. You’ll have a chance to meet new friends and get to know your Upper Class Tour Director. Experience the “Switzerland of the U.S.” as you arrive in quaint Buckhannon and check into the Hampton Inn. Home for the next two nights, you’ll enjoy a workout in the fitness center, refresh with a swim in the indoor pool or simply relax in the whirlpool tub. Dinner is included tonight.
Day 2 Elkins, WV (B, L, D) experience Today, enjoy two of the most diswe had at the tinctive and scenic rail excursions in the world. First, travel into the high country Greenbrier. forests of legendary Cheat Mountain on the most distinctive rail excursion in the Thank you! - Meredith S, White Plains Eastern United States, the Cheat Mountain Salamander. This 45 mile trip includes unspoiled mountain scenery with lunch on the train, a stop at the inspirational High Falls of the Cheat in the heart of the Cheat Mountain Wilderness. Next experience the sights and sounds of one of the rarest steam locomotives in existence – the Durbin Rocket. Powered by “Old #3,” you’ll ride behind this antique locomotive in authentic 1920-era coaches and vintage cabooses. Puffing her way along beautiful rivers and breathtaking mountain views, you’ll experience the magnificent Monongahela National Forest. Tour the President’s Tonight, enjoy dinner before you Cottage - Home to 26 relax at the American Mountain Theater US Presidents! for a toe-tapping, hands-clapping concert featuring a mix of music and comic variety.
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Day 3: The Greenbrier Resort (B, T) Experience the timeless elegance of The Greenbrier, which hosted 26 of our country’s Presidents, and is your home for the next two nights! Set amid 6,500 acres in the pristine Allegheny Mountains of West Virginia, The Greenbrier is a Mobil FourStar and AAA Five-Diamond winner and a National Historic Landmark.
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Daily Afternoon Tea Evening Entertainment Casino Club Access Nightly Champagne Toast Daily Culinary Demonstrations A Historical Estate Tour Tour the Presidents’ Cottage Museum to see where 26 Presidents have stayed
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Enjoy two of the most distinctive and scenic rail excursions in the world - including the Durbin Rocket, one of the rarest steam locomotives in existence.
Widely regarded as one of the finest luxury resorts in the world. The Greenbrier offers exclusive services and amenities such as more than 50 activities, designer boutiques, a world-class spa and a 103,000 square-foot gaming and entertainment venue. Combining the graciousness of the past with exceptional comforts of today, your room includes a TV, internet access, hair dryer, in-room safe, turn-down service and personal concierge services. Still have energy left? Take advantage of the indoor, heated pool and exercise room. With 13 unique restaurants - from light snacks to elegant dining – there is something for everyone. Day 4: The Greenbrier (T) Today is yours to enjoy endless activities at your leisure, such as golf, tennis, the spa, an Off-Road Driving School, indoor and outdoor pools, croquet, trap and skeet shooting, bowling, hiking, horse-drawn carriage rides, fishing and more. Some activities require additional fees.
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Join your friends for an optional tour of the famous declassified “Bunker.” Carved into the mountainside beneath the resort is the once top secret U.S. Government Cold War shelter - hidden for 30+ years! Your guide gives you a look behind these hidden doors to relive a fascinating period in our nation’s history. Only $20 per person!
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Day 5: Drive Home Spend a leisurely morning enjoying the gardens or relaxing on the veranda to soak in a trip you’ll long remember. We begin the drive home mid-morning. Arrive home today with new friends and wonderful memories of West Virginia.
This tour was wonderful. “The Greenbrier was great!”
- Leona C, Eastchester
Date: October 25-29, 2013
The Bunker - a 30 year secret!
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Price: $999 Double, $1,499 Single, $979 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10%
Four nights including two at the Greenbrier! Two Historic Trains in West Virginia 2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 2 Teas, 2 Dinners Upper Class Tour Director Depart: Goldens Bridge 6:30 am, Mamaroneck 7:15 am, Yonkers 8:00 am All taxes and gratuities Return: Yonkers 7:30 pm, Mamaroneck 8:15 pm; Goldens Bridge 9:00 pm
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Oysters, Champagne & Lighthouses Meet an Oyster Farmer and Enjoy Farm Fresh Oysters! Journey to the picturesque coastline of Rhode Island to meet the owner of an oyster farm today. You’ll learn about the unique marine biology of Rhode Island, as well as the gear and methods used for oyster farming. After you chat with the owner, he’ll bring out samples of the farm’s oysters for you to enjoy as you sip a glass of champagne. You’ll enjoy lunch at the farm’s restaurant. This afternoon, you’ll take to the seas. You’ll board a catamaran for a scenic cruise through Narragansett Bay. Your captain will narrate the voyage bringing you up close and personal to ten of the most picturesque and historic lighthouses in Rhode Island. These lighthouses date back to the early 1820’s. During your cruise, you’ll also see historic Newport Harbor, Fort Adams and sail under the Newport Pell Bridge. Be sure to bring your camera as this truly is a oneof-a-kind cruise that you will remember forever.
Date: Friday, September 27, 2013
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Meet an Oyster Farmer Lunch with Champagne & Oyster Samples Rhode Island Lighthouse Cruise Depart: Yonkers 7:00 am, White Plains 7:15 am, Mamaroneck 7:45 am Return: Mamaroneck 7:15 pm, White Plains 7:45 pm, Yonkers 8:00 pm Tour Director, taxes and gratuities
Fall Foliage Hudson River Cruise with Elegant Brunch at the ‘76 House
Step back in time over 300 years as you enter the historic ‘76 House in nearby Tappan! Built in 1668, discover how this meeting place for American patriots, including George Washington, established itself as safe ground for Americans. In fact, the tavern served as the “prison” for the Revolution’s most notorious spy, Major John Andre. Today, you’ll enjoy a delicious brunch including omelet and carving stations. You’ll indulge in a glass of champagne or a mimosa during your fabulous brunch! This afternoon, you’ll experience colorful fall vistas on a narrated cruise along the Hudson River on board “The Pride of the Hudson.” Cruise through the majestic Hudson Highlands as your captain narrates the sights along the way, including: Washington’s Headquarters, Bannerman Island, Cold Spring, World’s End, Constitution Island and West Point. Bask in the open air on the spacious sundeck or enjoy the climate controlled main deck.
Date: Saturday, October 5, 2013, or Sunday, October 20, 2013
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Brunch at the ‘76 House Glass of Champagne or Mimosa Fall Foliage Hudson River Cruise Depart: Yonkers 8:30 am (10/5 only), Mamaroneck 9:15 am, White Plains 9:45 am Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities Return: White Plains 4:15 pm, Mamaroneck 4:45 pm, Yonkers 5:15 pm
Price: $119 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
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Tanglewood Season Finale
The Boston Pops and Lunch at the Red Lion Inn Today we head for the picturesque grounds of Tanglewood, located in the beautiful Berkshire Mountains of Western Massachusetts. You’ll enjoy seats “Under The Shed” as you listen to the alwaysentertaining Boston Pops Esplanade Orchestra performing in the Tanglewood Season Finale. You’ll have time to explore Stockbridge for shopping on her picture-perfect Main St. – right out of the famous Norman Rockwell painting. You’ll dine at the Red Lion Inn – a Berkshire landmark since 1773 and a charter member of Historic Hotels of America. Your lunch is artfully prepared by the Inn’s renowned culinary team.
about the trip was great. “Everything You guys are doing a great job.” - Marie S., Yonkers Date: Sunday, September 1, 2013
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Price: $159 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
Depart: Yonkers 8:30 am, White Plains 8:45 am, Goldens Bridge 9:30 am Return: Goldens Bridge 7:45 pm, White Plains 8:15 pm, Yonkers 8:30 pm
Tanglewood “Shed” Tickets Lunch at the Red Lion Inn Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities
Yankee Stadium Tour with Shopping on Arthur Ave!
Experience the legend of Yankees baseball by taking the ultimate Behind-The-Scenes tour of Yankees Stadium. You’ll walk in the footsteps of the all-time Yankee greats and visit the New York Yankees Museum, Monument Park, Yankees Dugout and the Yankees Clubhouse. After the tour, you’ll have time to search for the perfect souvenir at the Yankees Store before having lunch at the Hard Rock Café Yankee Stadium. You’ll dine on a two-course lunch here amid the Yankee and Music memorabilia. This afternoon, you’ll enjoy time to shop on Arthur Avenue. Bring a cooler to take home some fresh pasta, cheese, bread, pastries, Italian delicacies and much more. Please note, the Stadium tour route is subject to change at the New York Yankees sole discretion.
Date: Saturday, September 28, 2013 Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only $10
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Depart: Goldens Bridge 9:15 am, White Plains 9:45 am, Yonkers 10:00 am Return: Yonkers 4:00 pm, White Plains 4:15 pm, Goldens Bridge 4:45 pm
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FDR’s Home and Museum featuring Culinary Institute of America Begin your day with a guided tour of the Culinary Institute of America. See future chefs in training as you witness the classroom kitchens. Next, savor the aroma as you dine on a three-course menu prepared by students of the Culinary Institute of America’s award-winning Ristorante Caterina de’ Medici. This afternoon, you’ll tour “Springwood,” the estate FDR loved and considered home. You’ll visit FDR’s home and Presidential Library & Museum to learn about the only President elected to four terms. You’ll then visit the Presidential Library, operated by the National Archives. FDR himself created this library – the very first U.S. Presidential Library. Here, you’ll enjoy artifacts, photographs and exhibits showcasing the behind the scenes life and the public careers of Franklin and Eleanor Roosevelt. Your Price Includes:
Date: Friday, September 20, 2013 Price: $119 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
Tour of the Culinary Institute of America Lunch at the CIA’s Caterina de’ Medici FDR Home, Museum & House Tour Depart: Yonkers 8:00 am, White Plains 8:15 am, Mt. Kisco 8:45 am Upper Class Tour Director Return: Mt. Kisco 6:15 pm, White Plains 6:45 pm, Yonkers 7:00 pm All taxes and gratuities
Essex Steam Train & River Cruise Featuring Brunch at the Historic Griswold Inn
All Aboard! the Essex Steam Train & Riverboat for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip into the heart of the unspoiled Connecticut River Valley - designated “One of the Last Great Places on Earth” by the Nature Conservancy. The steam locomotive chugs along pulling you in a vintage coach car as you watch the picturesque countryside roll by – pristine meadows, quaint farms, trestles and bridges, rivers and creeks. At Deep River Landing, you’ll be escorted onto the Becky Thatcher riverboat for a cruise along the Connecticut River. The deep water, coves, inlets, marshes, wildlife, and rocky shoreline are all at once, simply breathtaking! Just as impressive are the historic sites along the way including Gillette Castle, Goodspeed Opera House, and the Haddam Swing Bridge. You’ll enjoy Sunday Brunch at the Griswold Inn, in historic Essex, CT. The Inn opened its doors in 1776 and has been catering to yachtsmen and travelers ever since.
Date: Sunday, September 22, 2013 Price: $119 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
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Strolling the High Line
Discover Manhattan’s new ribbon park Stroll the new High Line — a stunning new elevated “ribbon park” thirty feet in the air and overlooking the Hudson River, Chelsea, and the Gansevoort Market with noted tour guide Justin Ferate. Modeled after the Promenade Plantée in Paris, the arresting beauty and delightful vistas of the High Line have impressively transformed the neighborhood! During this guided tour, you’ll walk a portion of the startlingly delightful new High Line. Possibly, the most exciting new Manhattan addition, the High Line is a “must do!” After dining on a three-course lunch of Tuscan-inspired cuisine at Bottino, you’ll visit the remarkable Heller Gallery, dedicated entirely to the premier international contemporary artists who work in glass. Your day concludes with a visit to “Eataly,” the new over-the-top Italian shopping complex by Mario Batali, Lidia Bastianich, and Joe Bastianich. Return home with a basket of goodies!
Date: Saturday, September 21, 2013 Price: $125 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
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Depart: Mamaroneck 8:15 am, White Plains 8:45 am, Yonkers 9:00 am Return: Yonkers 6:30 pm, White Plains 6:45 pm, Mamaroneck 7:00 pm
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The Barnes Museum
Grand Opening in their New Home Be one of the first to experience the new Barnes Museum having recently opened its doors for the first time in more than a year. Entirely rebuilt in a new location, the $150 million museum glistens with an eye-popping trove of more than 600 works by European and American greats - an unequaled concentration of Impressionist and Post-Impressionist paintings that far exceed most major art museums. Join us to see 181 Renoirs, 69 Cézannes, 46 Picassos, 59 Matisses and 18 Rousseaus, and hundreds of eclectic holdings like African sculptures. You’ll explore the museum with your own audio guide to discover more insights into these incredible works of art. Welcome aboard the Moshulu for lunch at one of Philadelphia’s best restaurants with AAA Four Diamond ratings and many “best of” honors. The Moshulu is unique because this Four Diamond restaurant is housed inside the world’s largest fourmasted sailing ship still afloat.
Date: Wednesday, September 18, 2013 Price: $129 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
Depart: Mamaroneck 8:15 am, White Plains 8:45 am, Yonkers 9:00 am Return: Yonkers 7:30 pm, White Plains 7:45 pm, Mamaroneck 8:15 pm
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Brooklyn’s Beauty featuring lunch at Junior’s!
Brooklyn is an endlessly fascinating borough, rich with mansions, country houses, park lands, elegant brownstone neighborhoods, and breathtaking waterfront vistas. This morning, you’ll stroll the romantic row house streets of New York City’s first Landmark District – Brooklyn Heights. You’ll explore the rich architectural, social and histories of the neighborhood and its tremendous impact on American history. Stroll the Brooklyn Promenade to view the magnificent vistas of the Manhattan. This afternoon, you’ll bus and stroll the streets of a variety of Brooklyn neighborhoods rich in a diversity of cultures and scenery - from the demure grandeur and brownstone mansions of Park Slope, to the sand & surf of Coney Island. You’ll enjoy a three-course lunch at Brooklyn’s landmark restaurant, Junior’s! Bring a cooler and take home one of their “World Greatest Cheesecakes.”
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Date: Saturday, October 12, 2013 Price: $109 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
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Depart: Mamaroneck 8:30 am, White Plains 9:00 am, Yonkers 9:15 am Return: Yonkers 6:15 pm, White Plains 6:30 pm, Mamaroneck 7:00 pm
Guided Tour of Brooklyn Lunch at Junior’s Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities
Celebrate Autumn at Mohonk One of “America’s Best” raves Travel + Leisure magazine
“2nd Best Resort in the U.S.” says Conde Naste Traveler
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Join your friends for an optional horse drawn carriage tour of the Mohonk property for only $20 when making your reservation!
Treat yourself to the magical enchantment of the Mohonk Mountain House – a Victorian castle built in 1869 on spectacular cliffs above the deep-blue waters of Lake Mohonk – a truly timeless classic located in the heart of upstate New York’s scenic Hudson Valley. You’ll meet Mohonk’s head chef and delight in his culinary expertise during an elegant lunch buffet of emphasizing seasonal, local ingredients. This afternoon is yours to enjoy the resort. Choose to stroll through Mohonk’s signature Gardens and Greenhouse, tour the Barn Museum, or treat yourself to the spa (spa is additional).
Date: Thursday, October 10, 2013 Price: $129 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
Depart: Mamaroneck 8:15 am, White Plains 9:00 am Return: White Plains 6:00 pm, Mamaroneck 6:45 pm
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Fall Foliage on the CT River featuring Elegant Brunch Cruise
Treat yourself to the exhilarating combination of brilliant fall colors and attentive service that defines luxury as you cruise the calm waters of the Connecticut River. From the decks of the elegant Mystique, you’ll indulge on a sumptuous all-you-can-eat brunch buffet, including a made-to-order omelet station, a multitude of hot and cold items, fresh fruit, pastries and much more. All meals are prepared aboard the boat and the consistent 5-star results are the reason the Mystique is not only considered the best brunch cruise in Connecticut, but one of the best restaurants in the state as well! As the largest and longest river in New England, the Connecticut River is ripe with unique marine biology and American heritage. During this two and a half hour cruise, you’ll learn about the River’s history from your onboard narrator, while seeing famous sites including the Goodspeed Opera House and Gillette Castle. The boat is fully enclosed and climate controlled for your comfort. Your Price Includes:
Date: Saturday, October 12, 2013 Price: $119 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
Connecticut River Brunch Cruise Narrated Tour of Connecticut River Upper Class Tour Director Depart: Nanuet 8:00 am, White Plains 8:30 am, Mamaroneck 9:00 am All taxes and gratuities Return: Mamaroneck 4:45 pm, White Plains 5:15 pm, Nanuet 5:45 pm
Oktoberfest at Villa Roma Resort Don’t Miss the Annual Favorite! Don’t miss out on your chance to experience Oktoberfest at Villa Roma Resort, set amid the beautiful Catskill Mountains. You’ll enjoy a rousing show filled with German musicians and dancers and a complimentary glass of beer. Your day at Villa Roma includes: • Refreshments on arrival • Musical interlude and Bingo with prizes • 3-course sit-down lunch As an added bonus, you will also receive an all-access pass to the Resort’s many amenities, such as bocce, shuffleboard, an indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi, fully equipped fitness center and much more. Your Price Includes:
Date: Tuesday, October 15, 2013 Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only $10
Depart: Mamaroneck 7:30 am, Yonkers 8:15 am, White Plains 8:30 am Return: White Plains 6:15 pm, Yonkers 6:30 pm, Mamaroneck 7:00 pm
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Discover The Cloisters featuring Fort Tryon Park
Travel to Washington Heights with award-winning urban historian, Justin Ferate to visit that romantic Gothic complex, The Cloisters. High atop Manhattan Island, The Cloisters house the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection of approximately five thousand works of art and architecture from medieval Europe. Best known for the beautiful tapestries and stained-glass windows on display, The Cloisters also offer architectural installations and fantastic views of the Hudson River. We will take a special guided tour of this remarkable institution. You’ll also stroll Fort Tryon Park, the former site of an American Revolutionary fort, and later the summer estate of newspaper publisher James Gordon Bennett. Later, take a driving tour of the interesting Washington Heights neighborhood. Lunch will be at Bette Midler’s popular new restaurant, New Leaf Café, where all restaurant profits go toward restoring New York City parks!
Date: Tuesday, October 8, 2013 Price: $125 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
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Depart: Mamaroneck 9:15 am, White Plains 9:45 am, Yonkers 10:00 am Return: Yonkers 5:00 pm, White Plains 5:15 pm, Mamaroneck 5:45 pm
Your Price Includes: Cloisters & Ft. Tryon Park Tours Lunch at New Leaf Cafe Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities
The Great Gatsby Era
with Coe Hall & Westbury Gardens Join noted tour guide Justin Ferate to experience the beauty, opulence and history of Long Island’s magnificent Northern shore, nicknamed the “Gold Coast.” Your first stop will be Coe Hall, a 65 room Tudor Gothic summer “cottage” inspired by the English Manor houses of the 16th and 17th centuries. You’ll head into picturesque Cold Spring Harbor to dine on Italian cuisine during lunch at Grasso’s. This afternoon finds us at Old Westbury Gardens. Here, you’ll experience one of the most beautiful gardens in the world. Used for many film locations, the majestic estate were magnificently displayed in the movie, “Age of Innocence.” You’ll stroll through jewel-like outdoor rooms with ever-changing formal displays, intimate gardens and sparkling pools. You’ll also tour the house itself. Conceived as an English Charles II manor house, the magnificent interiors have stayed untouched for 75 years!
Date: Wednesday, September 11, 2013 Price: $129 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
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Depart: Yonkers 8:30 am, White Plains 8:45 am, Mamaroneck 9:15 am Return: Mamaroneck 6:00 pm, White Plains 6:30 pm, Yonkers 6:45 pm
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Eleanor Roosevelt’s Val-Kil featuring the Culinary Institute of America
Don’t be left behind…this trip is a perennial best seller! The only National Historic Site dedicated to a first lady, you’ll enjoy a rare and intimate private tour of Eleanor Roosevelt’s Val-Kil, her retreat, her office, her home, and her “laboratory” for social change. You’ll tour Mrs. Roosevelt’s Cottage and view the lovely gardens and grounds where she strolled. The cultural heritage and wealth of the regional diversity of foods of the Americas is brought to life by the imaginative cuisine at American Bounty restaurant at the Culinary Institute of America. You’ll enjoy a three-course lunch in this award-winning restaurant, now celebrating its 30th anniversary.
Date: Thursday, October 17, 2013
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Private Tour of Eleanor’s Val-Kil Home Lunch at the Culinary Institute Upper Class Tour Director Depart: Mamaroneck 8:30 am, Yonkers 9:15 am, White Plains 9:30 am All taxes and gratuities Return: White Plains 6:15 pm, Yonkers 6:30 pm Mamaroneck 7:00 pm
Sight & Sound Noah
One Season Only - Our Last Trip of the Year! Back by Popular Demand for One Season Only Don’t Miss Your Chance - Last Trip of the Year! After several sold out Upper Class trips. this is your last chance to experience Noah at the Sight & Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA. Embark on a journey with Noah and his family as they uphold the call of God to build a boat in a land that has never seen rain! With their unique 180-degree stage, you’re surrounded by a great ark as you watch hundreds of animals embark on this historic journey. If you’re heading to Amish Country, what do you expect? Good Food! That’s just what you’ll get today as we dine at Miller’s Smorgasbord. Miller’s cooks food from scratch and get their ingredients from Amos, Ben, Manny and Elmer, their Amish neighbors, whose farms surround the restaurant. They’re “PA Preferred,” “AAA Recommended” and “Reader’s Choice Award” Winners. Good food is guaranteed! Your Price Includes:
Date: Friday, October 11, 2013 Price: $145 per person Optional Insurance only $10
Orchestra Seats Lunch at Miller’s Smorgasbord Upper Class Tour Director Depart: Mamaroneck 8:15 am, White Plains 8:45 am, Yonkers 9:00 am Return: Yonkers 10:00 pm, White Plains 10:15 pm, Mamaroneck 10:45 pm All taxes and gratuities
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Historic Harlem
Featuring Apollo Theater & Sylvia’s Harlem is one of America’s most remarkable and vibrant communities. Today, you’ll be joined by our nationally-acclaimed NYC Historian, Justin Ferate, named “New York’s Most Engaging Guide,” for a historic tour full of charming streets with handsome homes, City College, the Gothic “castle on the hill”, “Striver’s Row”, the Abyssinian Baptist Church, Cathedral of St. John the Divine, Columbia University, Morningside Heights, Morris Jumel Mansion, Sylvan Terrace and Sugar Hill. The tour discusses the revitalization of this historic neighborhood. Your day also includes a tour of the world-famous Apollo Theater, “Where stars are born and legends are made.” You’ll learn about the great entertainers who graced the stage and then get a chance to step on the stage yourself to see the famous Hope Tree. After the tour, enjoy a soul food lunch at famed Sylvia’s Restaurant, “The Queen of Soul Food,” featuring scrumptious southern specialties served family-style.
Date: Thursday, November 7, 2013 Price: $119 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
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Depart: Mamaroneck 9:15 am, White Plains 9:45 am, Yonkers 10:15 am Return: Yonkers 6:30 pm, White Plains 6:45 pm, Mamaroneck 7:15 pm
Guided Tour of Harlem Apollo Theater Tour Lunch at Sylvia’s Restaurant Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities
Peddler’s Village Apple Festival
featuring the Byers’ Choice Christmas Museum Peddlers Village Apple Festival is one of the most popular festivals of the year! Stroll the winding brick pathways of Peddler’s Village as you explore over 70 unique, one-of-a-kind shops in Lahaska, PA. Nosh on a variety of apple treats such as fritters, cider, dumplings, pie and more (some food may require additional purchase). You’ll also enjoy a three-course lunch at the Cock ‘n Bull restaurant. By reserving with The Upper Class, you’ll receive a coupon book full of savings as a special bonus. After ample shopping time, your day is still not over! You’ll visit the Byers’ Choice Christmas Museum and be instantly transported to Dickens’ London. Feel the spirit of the holidays as you witness the Byers’ Choice famous Carolers in a variety of heartwarming Victorian wintertime settings. Unique shopping, great food, a wonderful museum…what a terrific Holiday experience! Your Price Includes:
Date: Sunday, November 3, 2013
Lunch at Cock ‘n Bull Peddler’s Village Coupon Book Byers’ Choice Christmas Museum Depart: Goldens Bridge 8:15 am, White Plains 8:45 am, Yonkers 9:15 am Upper Class Tour Director Return: Yonkers 7:15 pm, White Plains 7:30 pm, Goldens Bridge 8:00 pm All taxes and gratuities
Price: $89 per person Optional Insurance only $10
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Be the Coolest Grandparent on the Block! Share your grandchildren’s excitement, while building memories you’ll both enjoy for years to come when you travel with your grandkids to special destinations designed just for you to experience together!
Run Away to the Circus!
Circus Train and Big Top in Essex, CT All Aboard! Run away to the circus with your grandchildren for an authentic Circus Train and Big Top Acrobatic Show in nearby Essex, CT! You’ll hear their oohs and aahs as they experience the thrills of a European-style Acrobat Show in the “Big Top Tent,” laugh together during the “Punch & Judy” puppet show and enjoy amusement rides, a petting zoo, live entertainment and so much more. You’ll even eat lunch together inside a railroad dining car!
Date: Saturday, July 20, 2013
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Price: $89 per person for ages 6 and up Optional Insurance only 10%
Essex Circus Train & Big Top Show Boxed Lunch Inside a Train Car Upper Class Tour Director Depart: Yonkers 8:15 am, White Plains 8:30 am, Mamaroneck 9:00 am All taxes and gratuities Return: Mamaroneck 5:00 pm, White Plains 5:30 pm, Yonkers 5:45 pm
Sit Inside the Dugout!
Experience the Thrill at a Boulders Baseball Game Take them out to the ball game! See your grandchild’s eyes open wide when they experience America’s favorite past time from their very own, private dugout. Together, root, root, root for the home team while your favorite little ballplayer sits right on the field during the game! While watching the game from the dugout, everyone will enjoy a private kid-friendly buffet of hot dogs, hamburgers, grilled chicken, beverages, ice cream and more – everything your aspiring ball players could want. The Rockland Boulders play at Provident Bank Park, called “America’s Best New Ballpark” where the fun doesn’t stop on the field! Bring your grandchildren to try the free batting cage or to play on the climbing walls, slides and swings! They’ll be thanking you for years to come!
Date: Tuesday, August 6, 2013
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Price: $109 per person for ages 6 and up Optional Insurance only 10%
Game Tickets Inside the Dugout! Lunch Inside the Dugout Upper Class Tour Director Depart: Mamaroneck 9:00 am, Yonkers 9:45 am, White Plains 10:00 am All taxes and gratuities Return: White Plains 3:00 pm, Yonkers 3:15 pm, Mamaroneck 3:45 pm
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GENERAL INFORMATION
One-Day Tours: For one-day tours, full payment is due within seven days of making a reservation. If a guest elects to purchase Travel Insurance, the insurance cost is due within seven days of making a reservation.
Prices are per person, per trip and include all round trip transportation, accommodations, meals, entertainment, admissions, tour escorts, guides, taxes and gratuities as per the unique itinerary of each trip, unless otherwise stated.
Multiple-Day Tours: For multiple-day tours, a 20% per person deposit is due within seven days of making a reservation. Balance is then due 90 days prior to departure. If a guest elects to purchase Travel Insurance, the insurance cost is due within seven days of making a reservation.
It is the travelers’ responsibility to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to designated departure times. Any guest not arriving in time for departure may be left behind. The Upper Class, LLC assumes no responsibility for guests arriving late at departure points at any location.
Payments may be made by MasterCard, Visa, or by sending a check or money order. All rates are guaranteed upon payment or deposit.
All return times are tentative.
Please make personal checks payable to: The Upper Class, LLC.
The Upper Class, LLC welcomes passengers over the age of 21, except when noted.
Please include the name, address and phone number of each traveler; along with date of trip with your check to ensure reservation.
To be fair to all guests, The Upper Class, LLC assigns seats for motor coach travel in order of payment received. President’s Club members may receive preferential seating. The Upper Class will try to accommodate seating and room requests, however seating assignments on motor coach travel or any other seating or room arrangements will be at the sole discretion of The Upper Class.
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Important Reservation Information MEDICAL CANCELLATION INSURANCE PROTECTION If a guest is unable to travel due to illness or other health issues, The Upper Class Medical Cancellation Insurance program provides a refund for the cost of any trip, minus the price of the insurance. The refund will be made upon receipt of a doctor’s note. The note must state that, based on an office visit, the guest was not able to travel. The note must be signed by the doctor and dated on or before the trip’s departure date. Insurance is available for purchase within seven days of making your reservation. Insurance claims must be received within 14 days after the departure date of the tour. Insurance is available for cancellations due to medical reasons only. Once purchased, insurance is non-refundable and non-transferable. The Insurance fee does not cover any changes in tour prices which arise from an individual’s traveling companion electing to cancel prior to departure. In this case, the price difference will be deducted from the refund of the person who cancels. Division of these charges between the passengers involved is solely their responsibility.
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On Broadway All Broadway Shows - Through October 23, 2013 Depart: Mamaroneck 9:45 am, White Plains 10:15 am, Yonkers 10:30 am Return: Yonkers 6:00 pm, White Plains 6:15 pm, Mamaroneck 6:45 pm
Jersey Boys
Winner of the 2006 Tony Award for Best Musical, Jersey Boys is a musical biography of the Four Seasons—the rise, the tough times and personal clashes, and the ultimate triumph of a group of friends whose music became symbolic of a generation - how Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons went from being unknown New Jersey kids to international pop superstars. The show features over 30 beautifully sung tunes, including “Sherry,” and “Big Girls Don’t Cry.”
Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2013 Price: $199 per person
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Your Price Includes: Orchestra Tickets, Lunch at Firebird, Upper Class Tour Director, All taxes and gratuities
Pippen
TONY WINN ER! 2013 Best Re vival
After 40 years, Stephen Schwartz’s beloved musical Pippin is returning to Broadway…with a circus-inspired twist! See Patina Miller, Matthew James Thomas, Andrea Martin and the star-studded cast show off their moves in a bold new staging of the existential musical you thought you knew. Pippin, on a death-defying journey to find his “corner of the sky,” must choose between a life that’s ordinary or a flash of singular glory.
Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2013 Price: $199 per person
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Your Price Includes: Front Mezz Tickets, Lunch at Firebird, Upper Class Tour Director, All taxes and gratuities
Matilda
TONY WINN ER! 2013 Best Bo ok
Nominated for a 12 Tony Awards including “Best Musical”, Matilda The Musical is being called a juggernaut and a phenomenon. Based on the beloved children’s novel by Roald Dahl, Matilda is the story of an extraordinary girl who dares to take a stand and change her destiny. Join us to cheer her on her journey!
Date: Wednesday, September 25, 2013 Price: $209 per person
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On Broadway All Broadway Shows - Beginning November 20, 2013 Depart: Mamaroneck 9:15 am, White Plains 9:45 am, Yonkers 10:15 am Return: Yonkers 6:00 pm, White Plains 6:15 pm, Mamaroneck 6:45 pm
Kinky Boots
TONY WINN ER! 2013 Best Mu sical
“Dazzling &
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The story of Kinky Boots follows Charlie Price, who is working to save his family’s shoe factory after the sudden death of his father. Charlie finds inspiration in a fabulous entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. Featuring a sensational score knockout dancing and a spectacularly uplifting story, Kinky Boots is the must-see new musical that proves that sometimes, the best way to fit in is to stand out!
Date: Wednesday, November 20, 2013 Price: $209 per person
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Your Price Includes: Orchestra Tickets, Lunch at Pietrasanta, Upper Class Tour Director, All taxes and gratuities
Wicked
“The be s the dtecmusical of ade.” - Entert ai nment W eekly
The untold musical story of The Wizard of Oz’s Wicked Witch of the West and Glinda the Good... before Dorothy dropped in. Based on the imaginative Gregory Maguire novel, Wicked takes a fantasy journey through the unseen side of Oz, sharing a tale of unexpected friendship and love. Visually stunning, Wicked boasts a soaring score from Stephen Schwartz (Godspell, Pippin), Tony Award winning sets and costumes and some of the most gravity-defying moments the Great White Way.
Date: Wednesday, October 23, 2013 Price: $209 per person
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A Christmas Story TONY NOMINATED - Best Musical! Limited Engagement - Only 3 Weeks!
A Christmas Story is a bright, buoyant Broadway retelling of the 1983 holiday perennial, a cherished and much-repeated family film during the Christmas season. All of the movie’s best-loved moments are in the show, so you’ll be laughing along! The show is a big Broadway musical, complete with dazzling dance numbers, gorgeous sets and an incredibly talented cast of youngsters who play Ralphie and his classmates.
Date: Wednesday, December 11, 2013 Price: $169 per person
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Broadway: Now and Forever
New
Debuts in 2013 in Lancaster!
Immerse yourself in magnificent music from Chicago, Mary Poppins, Mamma Mia, CATS, Billy Elliot, Les Misérables, Evita, The Lion King, and many more as you join your friends for the spectacular American Music Theater’s NEW Show Broadway: Now & Forever in Lancaster, Pa. Experience a larger-than-life theatrical compilation of unforgettable music from the hottest new blockbusters to your all-time favorite classics. Featuring a full, on-stage orchestra, the show recreates the greatest moments ever on stage. Join your friends for the ultimate Broadway showcase. If you’re heading to Amish Country, what do you expect? Good Food! That’s just what you’ll receive today as you dine at Miller’s Smorgasbord. Miller’s cooks food from scratch and has received many awards, such as the coveted “AAA Recommended” award.
Date: Thursday, August 22, 2013
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Price: $129 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
Depart: Mamaroneck 8:15 am, White Plains 8:45 am, Yonkers 9:00 am Return: Yonkers 9:00 pm, White Plains 9:15 pm, Mamaroneck 9:45 pm
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Tribute to the Rat Pack includes $25 Casino Bonus
The true essence of “The Rat Pack” was the pure energy and spontaneity of their performances. Imagine yourself in Las Vegas in the 60’s when Frank Sinatra, Sammy Davis Jr., Joey Bishop and Dean Martin ruled the stage as you tap your toes to all your favorite songs during this tribute to the greatest entertainers of our time. In fact, these tribute artists are so life-like, you’ll have to really look twice to make sure you’re not dreaming. The performance will be held at the newly renovated Mt. Airy Casino and Resort in the Poconos. A recipient of the prestigious AAA Four-Diamond rating, Mt. Airy is the first casino in Pennsylvania to earn this prominent award. The casino features more than 2,400 of the hottest slot machines and more than 70 table games including blackjack, roulette, craps, baccarat and poker. As a special treat, you’ll receive a $25 casino bonus and a complimentary all-you-can-eat buffet when you arrive at Mt. Airy Casino.
Date: Wednesday, November 13, 2013 Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only $10
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Discovering Block Island
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HIGHLIGHTS: 3 Days / 2 Nights 4 Meals Historic National Hotel Tour Block Island Day 1: Block Island (D) Nestled in the Atlantic Ocean, Block Island offers you what does not seem possible anymore - simple relaxation in a startling beautiful place. The Island is famous for its miles of beaches, sparkling clear waters, draExperience Rush Hour, matic bluffs, preserved open spaces, Block Island style during and fun-filled activities. It’s no wonyour guided tour der that the Nature Conservancy has designated Block Island “One of the Excellent from last great places in the Western HemiBlock Island evokes memostart to finish sphere.” ries of a simpler life in New England. - Ray C, Mamaroneck Relax on a ferry across Narragansett Bay and Block Island Sound to the Island where you’ll check into the National Hotel - the island’s flagship Victorian landmark - built in 1888 and listed on the National Register of Historic Places. The National’s giant, wrap-around porch is world famous with breathtaking views overlooking the Sound and is your home for the next two nights. Located in the heart of Old Harbor, you’ll enjoy dinner tonight in the National Hotel’s Victorian dining room.
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Due to the historic nature of this hotel, there are only a limited number of rooms with two beds and some rooms may be located on the second floor. Please inquire for more details.
Date: September 8-10, 2013
Majestic Mohegan Bluffs Stroll Picturesque Old Harbor Day 2: Block Island (B, D) Enjoy a guided tour of the island as you discover miles of pristine beaches, sparkling clear waters, dramatic bluffs and preserved open spaces. You’ll visit the Great Salt Pond, the Island’s scenic lighthouses, majestic 200’ tall Mohegan Bluffs and Clayhead. This 11 square mile island offers both the rare and the wonderful. This afternoon is yours to enjoy the island. Let the concierge help you set up a nature walk, stroll the beach, go fishing, smell the wild flowers, tour a historic lighthouse, shop in Old Harbor or relax harbor side on the National hotel’s porch and watch the sailboats glide past – today is up to you. Dinner is in the Hotel’s Victorian dining room tonight. DAY 3: Block Island (B) Spend a leisurely morning strolling Block Island’s pristine beaches, protected by lighthouses and spectacular bluffs surrounded by rolling roads and winding paths. We’ll meet up in the early afternoon for the trip back to reality. Bid farewell to your friends as you arrive home with memories of “One of the Last Great Places.” Your Price Includes:
Price: $499 Double, $629 Single, $479 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10%
2 Nights Accommodations & Luggage Handling 2 Breakfasts and 2 Dinners Block Island Ferry and Island Tour Expert Tour Guides Depart: Yonkers 9:00 am, White Plains 9:30 am, Mamaroneck 10:00 am Upper Class Tour Director Return: Mamaroneck 6:00 pm, White Plains 6:30 pm, Yonkers 6:45 pm All taxes and gratuities
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Maine’s Rugged Coastline
Bar Harbor, Acadia Park & Mt. Desert Island
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Visit Maine’s most iconic and photographed location - The Portland Head Lighthouse
Meet a local Fisherman
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Amazing vistas await at the top of Cadillac Mtn.
Day 1: Bar Harbor, ME (D) Be awed by the beauty and diversity of Mt. Desert Island, Bar Harbor and Acadia National Park over the next five days and see why people have been drawn to the rugged coast of Maine throughout history. During our drive to Maine you will have plenty of time to meet new friends and get to know your Upper Class Tour Director. Arriving in Bar Harbor, Maine, you’ll immediately understand why this town was originally called Eden… from the Downeast character, to the rocky shores, to the famous Maine Lobster. You’ll check into to your AAA Three-Diamond Bar Harbor Grand Hotel. With its great downtown location, the Bar Harbor Grand Hotel offers first class amenities and personal service as you enjoy four nights on “the most beautiful Island in America.” Tonight a special welcome dinner is in store as you head for that quintessential Maine tradition – a Downeast Lobster Bake. Gather around the steamers with your appetite and camera when the covers are lifted to reveal a colorful blend of lobsters, mussels, corn on the cob and red potatoes amidst a cloud of steam. Non-seafood options are available. Day 2: Bar Harbor, ME (B) Meet your local guide for a morning tour of Acadia National Park. See the beauty that has attracted folks to this area for years. Keep your camera handy for photo stops atop Cadillac Mountain, at Thunder Hole and Sandy
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Beach. You’ll drive the Park Loop Road for breathtaking views of ocean, mountains, and forests. The park is home to a wide variety of plants and animals, and the tallest mountain on the U.S. Atlantic coast. After lunch on your own in Bar Harbor, you’ll visit one of Bar Harbor’s most popular museums and enjoy an entertaining and educational presentation on lobstering from a local fisherman at the The Mount Desert Oceanarium, one of the few remaining lobster hatcheries in the world. The Lobster Hatchery and Museum is heralded for its support of education and preserving a Maine way of life. At the Maine Lobster Museum, you’ll view a retired Lobster boat and other tools of the trade and enjoy the stories and company of local and retired lobstermen. Here you will learn about Maine’s lobster industry and about the lobster’s life outside of the kitchen. Then tour the adjacent Maine Lobster Hatchery to see how baby lobsters are raised from eggs to the stage where they can survive easily on their own in the wild. Day 3: Portland, ME (B, D) This morning, we’ll head for historic Portland for a guided tour, including a stop at Portland Head lighthouse – Maine’s oldest and also the most photographed! Next you’ll take a private, guided tour of another nearby lighthouse that is not normally open to the public. This lighthouse is accessed via a granite jetty (those un-
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Cruise along Maine’s Rugged Coastline - you may even spot a whale!
able to climb stairs or manage the uneven terrain to the lighthouse will be offered an alternate activity). See how the lighthouse keepers lived on the Maine coast and enjoy the scenic view of Casco Bay when you walk out on the top of this two story beacon. Enjoy a Maine lobster roll for dinner tonight at the wonderful Old Port Sea Grill, located in historic Portland Harbor (non-lobster option available). Day 4: Bar Harbor, ME (B) This morning, you’ll embark on a cruise along Maine’s rugged coastline to visit five offshore island lighthouses. Learn about these legendary lighthouses and the brave men and women who maintained them. Along the way you will have an opportunity to see some of Acadia National Park’s most scenic highlights. This trip is fully narrated and offers ample time for the many excellent photo opportunities. Returning to the mainland, you’ll
spend the afternoon discovering the magic of Bar Harbor…romance, adventure, the rock-bound coast and soaring granite cliffs. From the stonewall-lined and tree-covered roads, to the sweeping vistas from atop Cadillac Mountain, to the quaint shops and one-of-akind stores, there is a spe- Learn about the lobstering industry cial mystique to Bar Harbor. Day 5: Bar Harbor (B) After a leisurely morning, we begin the journey home. We’ll make a rest stop along the way to stretch our legs. Bid farewell to your new friends as you arrive home with wonderful memories of Bar Harbor, Portland, Acadia National Park and the rugged Maine Coastline. Enjoy a Down East Lobsterbake!
Date: September 26-30, 2013
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4 Nights in Downtown Bar Harbor & Luggage Handling 4 Breakfasts and 2 Dinners including a Lobster Bake Cruise Maine’s Rugged Coastline Expert Tour Guides Yonkers 6:30 am, Mamaroneck 7:15 am, Somers 8:00 am Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities Somers 6:30 pm, Mamaroneck 7:00 pm, Yonkers 7:30 pm
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New York’s Waterways
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HIGHLIGHTS: 3 Days / 2 Nights 5 Meals Erie Canal Cruise Finger Lakes Winery Tours
Dine Inside Majestic Belhurst Castle
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Day 1: Erie Canal (L, D) New York’s Finger Lakes region has been described by Wine Spectator as the “wine and culinary epicenter of New York”. Join your friends to discover the vineyards, history, culture, gardens, lakes, shops and great restaurants – what more could you ask for! Travel back in history along the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor today and enjoy a narrated cruise traveling through the historic Lock 18, using all original equipment. Lunch is at the Canal Side Inn, a recent AAA 3-Diamond winner. Check into the Ramada Geneva Lakefront, your Finger Lakes home for the next two nights. Surrounded by the shimmering waters and panoramic views of Seneca Lake, your AAA 3-Diamond hotel is just steps from downtown Geneva. Tonight, you’re in for a special treat – dinner inside Belhurst Castle – a century-old Gothic-style Castle overlooking the pristine waters of Seneca Lake. You’ll dine in luxury!
Day 2: Finger Lakes (B, L) After a hearty breakfast, you’re off on an exploration of the best of the Enjoy world-class wines on Finger Lakes. You’ll learn about famed a Finger Lakes Wine Tour Geneva Cobblestone Houses as you
Date: October 1-3, 2013
drive past these beautiful homes which always bring oohs and aahs. Traveling along the west side of Seneca Lake, you’ll arrive at Glenora Wine Cellars, the oldest winery on Seneca Lake, for a tasting of a variety of their artisian wines paired with local cheeses. You’ll board a boat for a delicious lunch cruise as you sail along the still waters of Seneca Lake. Your captain will provides narration as you witness the beautiful scenery and wineries from a unique perspective. This afternoon, you’ll head over to Cayuga Lake and tour the quaint village of Seneca Falls, inspiration for the movie It’s a Wonderful Life. DAY 3: Corning (B, L) After breakfast, we’ll meet our local guide for a tour of Watkins Glen and three amazing waterfalls. You’ll learn about the geologic history of the falls as well as several local legends. Continue south to the fascinating Corning Museum of Glass. Explore 35 centuries of glassmaking - from the pharaohs to the finest Renaissance Venetian glass to larger-than-life contemporary sculptures. You’ll also witness a live glass blowing demonstrations and enjoy lunch at the Museum. Your Price Includes:
Price: $599 Double, $739 Single, $569 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10% Depart: Return:
Seneca Lake Lunch Cruise Dinner inside Belhurst Castle
2 Nights Accommodations & Luggage Handling 2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches and 1 Dinner Lunch Cruise on Seneca Lake Wine Tastings and Expert Tour Guides Yonkers 7:30 am, Mamaroneck 8:15 am, Goldens Bridge 9:00 am Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities Goldens Bridge 6:30 pm, Mamaroneck 7:00 pm, Yonkers 7:30 pm
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River Discovery w AlongHudson NeCruise of Shores of Kingston and Rhinebeck From the decks of the venerable Rip Van Winkle cruise boat, relax and enjoy pristine views of the historic Hudson River during your narrated cruise. You’ll glide past lighthouses, waterfront mansions, and other notable locations, such as: Wyndcliff Mansion, Dinsmore, Wilderstein, and the Vanderbilt Mansion. You’ll view several Hudson River lighthouses, which offer an intriguing glimpse into the past…see the Rondout Lighthouse, watching patiently over the entrance to Rondout Harbor since 1837, and the Esopus Meadows Lighthouse, the second oldest lighthouse still on the job. Your experienced guide will point out sumptuous estates, picturesque and quaint sleepy villages surrounded by the natural beauty of vineyards, orchards and scenic preservation sites. Prior to the cruise, you’ll reminisce about mom’s cooking when you dine at Frank Guido’s Little Italy, where the slogan is “He Who Eats Well, Lives Well”.
Date: Saturday, August 17, 2013
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Scenic Hudson River Cruise Lunch at Frank Guido’s Little Italy Depart: Yonkers 9:45 am, White Plains 10:00 am, Goldens Bridge 10:30 am Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities Return: Goldens Bridge 6:00 pm, White Plains 6:30 pm, Yonkers 6:45 pm
Best of the Berkshires
with Apple Squeeze Festival and Lunch at The Mount
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Meet your guide this morning for a tour of Lenox, MA including the Berkshire Cottages. On this driving tour you will hear stories about the characters and explore the era of the “Gilded Age”. The Berkshires are known as the Inland Newport and display mansions built during the turn of the century… before the days of income tax. These estates, also called cottages, were the homes of the Carnegie’s, Proctor’s, Westinghouse’s, Vanderbilt’s and many others who formed the American Aristocracy. Next, you’ll tour The Mount, the home of Edith Wharton. A National Historic Landmark, you will enjoy a Picnic Lunch here at The Mount. This afternoon explore the many booths and attractions at the Lenox Apple Squeeze Festival. There are apple pies, apple cakes, apple cider, even apple pizza, a Giant Pumpkin Weigh-Off, pie contests, dog contests, clowns, face painting, crafts, sidewalk sales, bands, dancers, singers. This fall celebration started twenty years ago as a tribute to autumn in the Berkshires.
Date: Sunday, September 29, 2013
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Berkshire Guided Tour Lunch at The Mount Apple Squeeze Festival Depart: Yonkers 7:45 am, White Plains 8:00 am, Goldens Bridge 8:30 am Return: Goldens Bridge 6:00 pm, White Plains 6:30 pm, Yonkers 6:45 pm Tour Director, Taxes & Gratuities
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Magical Quebec City
Featuring St. Lawrence River Cruise & Islé of Orleans
New HIGHLIGHTS: 5 Days / 4 Nights 7 Meals Changing of the Guard St. Lawrence River Cruise Day 1: Quebec City (D) Today you’ll head to Quebec City where you’re sure to enjoy the European charm resonating throughout the city. Arriving in Quebec City, you’ll check into your hotel for the next four nights – the Delta Québec – located just steps from the heart of downtown. You’ll enjoy the heated outdoor pool and terrace, along offering spectacular views of the Laurentian Mountains.
Stroll the charming streets of Old Quebec
Witness breathtaking Montmorency Falls
Day 2: Quebec City (B) Tour La Citadelle, an active military garrison dating back to the mid-1700’s. Here, you’ll witness the awe-inspiring Changing of the Guard Ceremony. This colorful, precisely choreographed ceremony is a must-see event and will be one of your highlights! Meet your local guide and relive 400 years of action-packed history during your guided tour of Quebec City, a UNESCO Heritage site. See such picturesque places such as the National Assembly, Parliament Hill, Battlefields Park, Château Frontenac, Notre-Dame-de-Québec Basilica and Place d’Armes. Stroll the charming open air cafes and shops of the Old City – you won’t be able to avoid the irresistible allure of Quebec City.
Date: August 25-29, 2013
Price: $899 Double, $1,139 Single, $859 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10% Depart: Return:
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Charming Islé of Orleans Stroll the street of Old Quebec Day 3: Islé of Orleans (B, L) Tour the Islé of Orleans today. Its rich natural elements and outstanding architectural treasures offer a diverse collection of charming and breathtaking landscapes, known as the “Garden of Quebec.” Enjoy lunch inside in a magnificent old flour mill dating back to 1720 and taste homemade cider at a family-run Cider Mill. You’ll marvel at Montmorency Falls, 1 1/2 times higher than Niagara Falls! Day 4: St, Lawrence River (B, D) You’ll board a boat for a full day narrated cruise up the St. Laurence River to the picturesque island of Grosse Île. This is an exceptional place, where you will experience Quebec from a very different perspective! Part nature, part history, the true essence of Grosse Île is the breathtaking natural landscapes, inspirational sceneries and moving historic tales. Take a narrated Trolley tour of the island. Tonight you’ll enjoy a special farewell dinner at La Crémaillère in Old Quebec City. Day 5: Quebec City (B) Stop at the duty free store on the way home and re-live this wonderful trip with your newest friends. Your Price Includes: 4 Nights Accommodations in Quebec City 4 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 2 Dinners Expert Tour Guides Round Trip Luggage Handling Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities
High Society in the Hamptons featuring Jackson Pollack’s Home and Studio
Join your friends for a trip out east to the Hamptons. You’ll enjoy a guided tour of the Hamptons to appreciate why many famous people choose to make the Hamptons their own personal playground. In famed Southhampton, you’ll see where residents such as Jerry Seinfeld, Paris Hilton, David Letterman, Steven Spielberg and others have made it their home. This is definitely the place to see and be seen. This afternoon, you’ll tour the National Historic Landmark home and studio of the famed artist, Jackson Pollock. Regarded as the leader of the Abstract Expressionist movement, Pollack created many of his most famous paintings in this studio. In fact, the studio remains relatively untouched since the car crash, which claimed his life in 1956. Today, you’ll dine at Saltwater Grill – a favorite Westhampton restaurant. You’ll enjoy lunch overlooking the Atlantic Ocean’s magnificent sand dunes and vistas.
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Date: Wednesday, August 14, 2013 Price: $109 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
Tour of Jackson Pollack’s Studio Guided Tour of the Hamptons Lunch at Saltwater Grill Depart: Yonkers 8:45 am, White Plains 9:00 am, Mamaroneck 9:30 am Return: Mamaroneck 7:00 pm, White Plains 7:30 pm, Yonkers 7:45 pm Tour Director, taxes and gratuities
Philly’s Famed Markets
You Won’t Believe Your Eyes or your Tastebuds!
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Today you’ll get to know the noises, aromas and sights of the famous 9th Street Italian Market – the oldest open-air market in the USA. With your local guide leading the way, tempt your taste buds as you wander past cheeses, chocolates, spices and olive oils. Chat with the owners of these shops, taste a variety of foods, and hear stories of the market’s 100+ year history. After leaving the market, arrive at Pat’s, where you’ll enjoy a famed Philly Cheesesteak – a quintessential Philly experience. It’s a delicious way to end your tour! This afternoon, join your local guide to witness the world’s largest collection of outdoor public art. You’ll learn fascinating details about the murals, the artistic process and the history of the diverse communities that serve as the backdrop for this unique art form. After the driving tour, you’ll talk with an artist while you learn intimate details about their current mural project. Please note, this tour involves walking at a leisurely pace.
Date: Thursday, October 3, 2013
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Price: $109 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
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Space Shuttle Enterprise
Featuring Intrepid & Madame Tussaud’s
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Be one of the first to see the new Space Shuttle Pavillion when you join your friends aboard the USS Intrepid, a National Historic Landmark and pay tribute to our country’s military history. You will examine original artifacts, view historic video footage, and explore interactive exhibits, such as: •
Space Shuttle Pavilion: Intrepid’s newest exhibit, the Space Shuttle Pavilion has been engineered to express the Space Shuttle program’s stories of human triumph and technological feats. Dare to dream as you become immersed in this personal experience with the Space Shuttle Enterprise.
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The Flight Deck: Get an up-close look at nearly two dozen military aircraft.
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The Concorde: Tour the inside of the world’s fastest commercial airplane.
This morning, you’ll visit one of NYC’s most popular attractions – Madame Tussaud’s. Discover a world of celebrities, dignitaries, sports stars and historical figures all made wax. You’ll marvel at the lifelike figures, so incredible it’s nearly impossible to tell what’s real and what’s wax. Your day includes lunch at one of NYC’s most famous eateries – Artie’s Delicatessen. Overflowing with hanging salamis, house cured corned beef, pastrami made from a secret recipe and more. Artie’s is a nosher’s wonderland modeled after a great 1930’s NY Jewish delicatessen.
terrific!” “A wonderful day. The bus, tour and food- were Marie S., Port Chester Date: Saturday, November 2, 2013 Price: $129 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
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Your Price Includes: Admission to Intrepid Museum, Space Shuttle Enterprise and Madame Tussaud’s Lunch at Artie’s Delicatessen Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities
Philadelphia: History in HD
History and more in the City of Brotherly Love
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HIGHLIGHTS: 2 Days / 1 Night 3 Meals QVC Studio Tour Dinner on the Moshulu Day 1: Philadelphia and QVC (D) As you arrive in Philadelphia today, you’ll have a chance to grab lunch at the Reading Terminal Market with its’ mouth-watering aromas, Tour QVC Studios - you fresh produce, Amish specialties and may meet your favorite host! unique, hand-made crafts from around the world. It’s all here! Next, you head for the QVC Everything Studio Park in West Chester, PA. The QVC Studio Tour is a one-of-awas great! kind guided walking tour through the - George E, Amawalk fantastic world of multimedia retailing. Experience how QVC products brought to life on air. Get a spectacular view from the Observation Deck where you’ll see live programming. You may even catch a glimpse of a favorite host! You’ll have time to browse in the QVC Studio Store, grab today’s Deal of the Day and get some early holiday shopping done! Next, check into the Crown Plaza. After relaxing, we head out for dinner. Tonight you’ll be welcomed aboard the Moshulu. As one of Philadelphia’s best restaurants, the Moshulu has been honored with AAA Four Diamond Dinner on board the ratings and many “best of” honors. Moshulu is a special This unique restaurant is housed inside the world’s largest four-masted sailing experience ship still afloat, dating back to 1904.
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Date: November 2-3, 2013
Independence Mall Historic Philly Guided Tour Day 2: Philadelphia (B, L) You’ll meet your local guide this morning for a tour of Philadelphia’s Historic Downtown. Start at the Independence Visitor Center and walk out of the door with instant views of Independence Mall. Stroll past the Liberty Bell, then onto Washington Square for stories of William Penn and a visit to the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, Congress Hall, Old City Hall, the Philosophical Society, and Carpenter’s Hall. You’ll visit the Arch Street Meeting House, the largest Quaker Meeting House in the world. Hear stories of the birth of the American Flag at the Betsy Ross House. From there, we weave through the charming back alleys of the Old City, and wind up walking down Elfreth’s Alley, the oldest residential street in the country. As the tour winds down, you’ll be treated to a visit inside Christ Church where you’ll hear stories of our founding fathers with worshipped here. Next, you’ll experience a taste of the Amalfi Coast, Italy right in Old City Philadelphia when you dine on a three course meal at Positano Coast by award-winning chef Aldo Lamberti. Your Price Includes:
Price: $269 Double, $329 Single, $259 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10%
1 Nights Accommodations at the Crowne Plaza 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch and 1 Dinner Expert Tour Guides QVC Studio Tour Depart: Goldens Bridge 7:30 am, Mamaroneck 8:15 am, Yonkers 9:00 am Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities Return: Yonkers 6:30 pm, Mamaroneck 7:00 pm, Goldens Bridge 7:30 pm
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West Point Football Game
Featuring Tailgating at the First Class Club
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Now is your chance to witness the pageantry, history and patriotism of a football game at West Point! Start your day on “The Plain” where you will watch one of the time-honored traditions of game day at West Point – the Cadet Review – a full-dress parade (weather permitting). Next you’ll head inside the First Class Club for a special Army Football Community Tailgate. The First Class Club was originally an armory built in the mid 1800’s when West Point was a fort, so you’ll want to take the time to walk around and read the plaques that adorn the club. There are a number of military artifacts surrounding the club that were used in battle like old iron cannons from the revolutionary era. Inside, you’ll enjoy a catered buffet meal served in the Club’s sports bar atmosphere as you mingle with your friends and fellow Army Football fans. After time to relax and enjoy your pre-game feast, you’ll board a shuttle and be whisked away to Michie Stadium for today’s noon kick off. You’ll clap along as the West Point Band takes the field, followed by the Cadet Regiment marching on to the field. Once the 1,000 Cadets are in position on the field, a member of the Cadet Glee Club and the Army Band perform the National Anthem. Next a perennial fan favorite – the Parachute Demonstration – you’ll look skyward to see West Point cadets jump from a helicopter and land on the field as they parachute in the official game ball and flags just before kickoff. Finally, the Army Black Knights are led out of the tunnel by the Army Rabble Rousers, mascots, and the American flag. Finally, you’ll relax in your reserved seats and watch your Army Black Knights take on Western Kentucky in their final home game of the season. Great food, marching bands, glee clubs, parachutes, and a West Point Football game…what an event. This is an experience that everyone should do at least once.
There is nothing like being at Michie Stadium on the banks of the Hudson River “when the cadets sing ‘On Brave Old Army Team’ That is an unbelievable moment!
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Date: Saturday, November 9, 2013 Price: $129 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
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Glory in Gotham w NeExplore the Influence of Religion on NY’s History New York City is often defined by the word “Skyscraper”. But our great city also offers a beautiful collection of religious buildings. Each of them feature spectacular architecture and design. Join your friends for our new Glory in Gotham tour as we explore some of the most beautiful houses of worship in the city. From Catholicism to Judaism and from Buddhism to Islam, you’ll learn how religion and these great houses of worship shaped much of NYC’s history. You’ll enjoy lunch today in a relaxed, cozy, French country atmosphere when you dine at Le Rivage. A three-generation, family-owned restaurant, your hosts will expertly prepare traditional French cuisine for your pleasure. A donation will be made to each house of worship we visit on your behalf.
Date: Friday, September 27, 2013
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Houses of Worship Guided Tours Lunch at Le Rivage Depart: Mamaroneck 9:45 am, White Plains 10:15 am, Yonkers 10:30 am Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities Return: Yonkers 6:30 pm, White Plains 6:45 pm, Mamaroneck 7:15 pm
Discovering Chinatown featuring Dim Sum Lunch
Join your friends as we discover the history of Manhattan’s Chinatown as well as the history of the Chinese community in the United States. Your private tour guide will be nationally-noted urban historian Justin Ferate, called “New York’s Most Engaging Tour Guide.” You’ll begin with a private guided tour of the new Museum of Chinese in America (MOCA) designed by the internationally acclaimed artist and designer Maya Lin. Explore this new Manhattan architectural treasure as we discover the exhibit, With a Single Step: Stories in the Making of America. This gallery talk will provide an overview of Chinese in America from the 19th century to present day. After the gallery tour, we will stroll the streets of Chinatown for time to shop and discover some of its social and cultural sites (including a secret underground tunnel) ending with a Dim Sum luncheon at the Golden Unicorn (Vegetarian options available).
Date: Saturday, October 26, 2013 Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only $10
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The Duprees in Concert Featuring $25 Casino Bonus
Join your friends for The Duprees performing their biggest hits of the past half-century in this matinee show. The Duprees are known for their romantic interpretations of the most beautiful love songs ever written. Starting with their first single and major hit “You Belong To Me.” The Duprees recorded hit after hit, making a name for themselves as one of the most successful and creative doowop groups of their time. Their recordings “My Own True Love,” “Have You Heard,” and “Why Don’t You Believe Me” all became major hits. They bring romance to the stage, invigorating old hits with the fresh vocals and their doo-wop sound with major big band arrangements. As a special treat, you’ll receive a $25 casino bonus, which includes a $10 slot play and a complimentary all-you-can-eat buffet when you arrive at Foxwoods Casino. (Bonus package is subject to the casino’s discretion)
Date: Thursday, September 12, 2013 Price: $89 per person Optional Insurance only $10
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Depart: Yonkers 8:15 am, Bronxville 8:30 am, Mamaroneck 9:00 am Return: Mamaroneck 7:00 pm, Bronxville 7:30 pm, Yonkers 7:45 pm
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Simply Streisand
A Tribute to Barbra Streisand This award winning Tribute Artist, Sharon Owens, has the look and sound of “the Greatest Star”, the incomparable Barbra Streisand. You will be wowed by her mannerisms, beautiful vocals, and even her nose. You will feel as if you are seeing the real Barbra. Sharon will be accompanied by a beautiful musical trio to add elegance and grace to this legendary Simply Streisand Concert. Your day includes a $25 casino bonus and buffet lunch at the beautiful Mt. Airy Casino in the Poconos. Recently awarded the AAA Four-Diamond award, the excitement is always at its peak with over 2,000 slot machines and 72 table games. Take down a poker pot, hit a blackjack or double your dollars with a roll of the dice.
Sharon came onto the stage, I almost “fellWhen off my chair, She’s a dead ringer” - Jerry Greenburg, Former President of Atlantic Records Date: Wednesday, October 16, 2013 Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
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A Once in a Lifetime Event
The Nutcracker inside a Newport Mansion!
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HIGHLIGHTS: 2 Days / 1 Nights 2 Meals The Nutcracker Inside a Mansion Holiday Tour of The Breakers Day 1: Newport, Rhode Island (L) Discover legendary Newport, which recalls its Colonial and Victorian days with a Christmas celebration Tour The Breakers - New- featuring timeless holiday traditions port’s most famous mansion amid elegantly decorated surroundings. Your lunch today is at Brick Alley, one of Newport’s most popular I will definitely restaurants for more than 30 years. You’ll check into the Hotel Vitravel again. king in the heart of downtown NewLoved the trip! port and member of the prestigious - Mary S., Irvington Historic Hotels of America. In fact, Hotel Viking has been voted “Best Accommodations” by Newport Life Magazine for the past seven years! You can’t help but feel pampered in old-world style! This evening is the event you’ve been waiting for… Witness Tchaikovsky’s famous Christmas ballet, The Nutcracker, presented in a way you’ve never experienced before – inside Rosecliff, a famed Newport Mansion! Be a part of the classic holiday tale as you follow the ballet’s dazzling performers through the spectacular setting of Newport’s most romantic mansion. The first act is held in a series of rooms throughout the mansion’s first floor. The second act takes place inside Rosecliff’s grand ballroom. You’ve never seen The
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Limited to only 100 people, the intimate setting and limited capacity guarantees a special event you’ll never forget. Tonight is yours to explore downtown Newport’s famed Bannister’s and Bowen’s Wharfs. Day 2: Newport (B) Breakfast is enjoyed inside the hotel’s award-winning restaurant before you meet your local guide and discover “America’s First Resort” during a narrated tour where you’ll see Newport’s colonial beginnings through the opulence of the “Gilded Age.” You’ll witness a colorful slice of American life including Ocean Drive and the Bellevue Ave mansions. For lunch, you’ll dine at the elegant Atlantic Beach Club. This afternoon, you’ll tour The Breakers, undoubtedly the most famous and opulent of all the Newport mansions. The glitter of gold and silver will dazzle you as you tour this mansion decked out in Yuletide finery featuring thousands of poinsettia plants, wreaths, fresh flowers, 19th century style ornaments, period silver, elegant china and so much more. Once you get home, you won’t be able to wait to share all the wonderful stories about your experience. Your Price Includes:
Date: December 3-4, 2013
Price: $399 Double, $459 Single, $389 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10% Depart: Yonkers 7:15 am; Mamaroneck 8:00 am Return: Mamaroneck 7:45 pm, Yonkers 8:15 pm
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The Nutcracker Inside a Newport Mansion Overnight Accommodations at Hotel Viking Audio Tour of The Breakers Guided Tour of Historic Newport Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities
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New Year’s Eve in Boston
Boston Harbor Dinner Cruise with Fireworks!
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Discover Boston’s Colonial Past on a Guided Tour
Day 1: Boston (L) Experience “First Night” in Boston on a brand new Upper Class tour! Begin your New Year’s Getaway with lunch at Skipjack’s, an award winning seafood restaurant. This afternoon, you’ll tour the “pilot plant” at Sam Adams Brewery. On the tour you will get the history of the well-known Brewery at and see how they make their wonderful beer. Check into the Colonade Hotel, across from the Prudential Center and in the middle of downtown Boston! Your exquisitely appointed accommodations at this Four Diamond hotel is in the heart of everything. Day 2: Boston (B, D) After a full breakfast at the hotel, you meet your guide for a late morning tour. Your Historic Boston Tour includes parts of the Freedom Trail, a visit to the Old North Church, Cambridge and Harvard University to see “Hahvahd” as the locals say it! You’ll also visit the Charleston Navy Yard for a picture stop of the USS Constitution, affectionately known as “Old Ironsides,” the oldest commissioned warship afloat in the world. You’ll have free time at Quincy
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Historic Boston Tour Samuel Adams Brewery Tour Market this afternoon. See the preparations for First Night, enjoy the ice sculptures, shop, dine and more. Tonight, you’re in for a treat as you cruise Boston Harbor aboard the Spirit of Boston for the Midnight Fireworks Display and New Year’s Festivities. This magical setting is enhanced by dazzling city sights and harbor lights. An evening filled to the brim with wonderful cuisine, live music and dancing under a canopy of stars. You’ll know you’re in for a special evening the moment you step aboard the elegant boat and are escorted to your candlelit table. Your waiter will invite you to the Grande Dinner Buffet. After dinner while you relax over coffee and dessert, the Broadway-quality performers will dazzle you with song and dance while you “Rock The Boat!” You’ll enjoy a Champagne Toast and party favors at Midnight! Ring in the New Year by watching the New Year’s Eve Fireworks explode over the Boston Harbor. The perfect end to a perfect night! Day 3: Boston (B) After a leisurely breakfast, we head home. Share pictures with your friends about another great Upper Class trip. Your Price Includes:
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Frankie Avalon Live!
Holiday Concer & $20 Casino Bonus! Frankie Avalon will warm your heart and lift your spirit during this special holiday show filled with his best hits and all the holiday music we love to hear. One of America’s most popular entertainers, “Frankie” went from 50’s teen idol to a national and international star. With smashing hits as, “Venus,” one of the biggest selling hits of the era, “De De Dinah,” “Bobbysocks to Stockings,” “Gingerbread,” “Just Ask Your Heart,” and many more, he quickly became a motion picture star, appearing in over 30 movies. Enjoy a wonderful buffet lunch at the Taj Mahal Casino plus a $20 Slot Bonus.
Date: Wednesday, December 4, 2013 Price: $129 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
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Victorian Christmas in Cape May Featuring Holiday Lights Trolley Tour Discover first-hand Victorian holiday traditions inside Cape May’s beautifully decorated Inns, dated back to the mid-1800s. Known as the epicenter of Victorian architecture, you’ll meet two modern day innkeepers who open their homes to you. Marvel the intricate holiday décor as you tour these historic homes. Your lunch is at the charming Washington Inn, nestled on a tree-lined Street in the heart of the Cape May Historic District. Built in 1840 as a Plantation home, the Inn has undergone few changes since its original owners. As the sun begins to set, you’ll board an antique trolley car for a narrated holiday lights tour. Riding through the Historic District, you’ll see festively decorated inns and homes as your expert narrator describes Victorian traditions, leads sing-alongs, and plays Christmas music. You’ll have time for shopping in the quaint stores and boutiques – the perfect place for those last few gifts! Your Price Includes:
Date: Friday, December 6, 2013 Price: $119 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
Tour Cape May Historic Inns Holiday Trolley Tour of Cape May Lunch at the Washington Inn Depart: Mamaroneck 7:15 am, White Plains 7:45 am, Yonkers 8:15 am Return: Yonkers 9:45 pm, White Plains 10:00 pm, Mamaroneck 10:30 pm Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities
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A Holiday Mystery Tour Indulge Your Spirit of Adventure! Looking for a totally new “Mystery” vacation experience? Join your friends on a fun-filled surprise day trip to “Who-Knows-Where!” You’ll make some wonderful new memories. Where? Sorry, you just have to trust us... you’ll have the time of your life without ever knowing in advance where you are going! Here’s one hint – The Upper Class has never been here before! Where will we go? What will we see? What will you do?
If we told you too much, it wouldn’t be a mystery…would it? Date: Tuesday, December 10, 2013
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Depart: Yonkers 8:00 am, White Plains 8:30, Mamaroneck 9:00 am Return: Mamaroneck 7:15 pm, White Plains 7:45 pm,Yonkers 8:00 pm
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The 27th Annual Boston Christmas Festival Affordable Holiday Gifts! Find everything you could desire under one roof at the 27th annual Boston Christmas Festival, featuring the distinctive work of over 300 master American craftsmen. Whether you’re a bargain hunter, or someone with extravagant taste, you’ll find an endless array of gorgeous home accessories, designer fashions, artisan jewelry, handcrafted holiday décor, tempting gourmet specialty foods and one-of-a-kind handcrafted gifts unavailable elsewhere. Witness gingerbread house masterpieces created by top Boston chefs and judged by a celebrity panel. These amazing works of art are available for purchase with the proceeds benefiting families in need throughout Boston. You can grab lunch (on own) at the show, or take a short stroll along the Boston Harbor for a myriad of dining options. What a fun way to shop for the Holidays!
Date: Sunday, November 10, 2013 Price: $69 per person Optional Insurance only $10
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Radio City Christmas Spectacular
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What holiday season would be complete with a visit to America’s most famous Christmas show? Join your friends and enjoy orchestra seating for the world famous Radio City Christmas Spectacular. You’ll marvel at the flawless precision of the Radio City Rockettes as they perform: The Parade of the Wooden Soldiers: Everybody’s favorite since 1933, polished up and brighter than ever! Connected by perfection, you’ll watch Rockettes parade their meticulous routine. Santa Flies to New York: 3-D animation puts you right into Santa’s sleigh as it zooms over the frozen north, past international borders, and right to the doors of Radio City Music Hall The Nutcracker: A sparkling new look at the Christmas classic – a story of childhood dreams coming true. The Twelve Days of Christmas: The Rockettes bring the stage to life with a rhythmic, rousing tap rendition of the beloved carol. The Living Nativity: The show’s pinnacle since 1933, the beautiful and inspiring story of the first Christmas - told reverently in pageantry, music and scripture.
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Relax in a cozy, French country atmosphere when you dine at Le Rivage this afternoon. A three-generation, familyowned restaurant, your hosts will expertly prepare traditional French cuisine for your gastronomic pleasure.
Don’t Miss Out - This is a Perennial Best Seller! Dates: Tuesday, November 19, 2013
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Brooklyn’s Incredible Holiday Lights Imagine thousands of dazzling white and colored lights, 12-foot snowmen, reindeer, gigantic nutcrackers, 30-foot tall toy soldiers, Holiday carols, and much, much more. Sure to bring out your inner child as you’ll love this genuinely homegrown, over-the-top Brooklyn celebration. After instantly selling out last year, this hugely popular tour is back with two dates to choose from! Join your friends and nationally noted tour guide Justin Ferate for an exciting Holiday Tour to experience one of the highlights of the holiday season’s festivities. You’ll view the remarkable holiday displays and decorations of the stately homes of Dyker Heights, made famous in the PBS documentary “Dyker Lights” and from TLC’s “Crazy Christmas Lights”. You’ll enjoy a three-course dinner at Brooklyn’s landmark restaurant, Junior’s! including a slice of their world famous cheesecake. This tour involves some walking. Please inquire for details.
Date: Saturday, December 7, 2013, or Saturday, December 14, 2013 Price: $109 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
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Depart: Mamaroneck 12:30 pm, White Plains 1:00 pm, Yonkers 1:30 pm Return: Yonkers 9:15 pm, White Plains 9:30 pm, Mamaroneck 10:00 pm
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Boston Pops Holiday Concert
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The Boston Pops Holiday Concert ranks among the most graceful and elegant ways to usher in the Holiday season. Keith Lockart, always entertaining, leads the Boston Pops at Boston’s Symphony Hall in a program that places a premium on diverse moods, from the swing and sway of “Holly Jolly Jingle,” to the jazzy overtones of “Frosty All the Way!” to the somber “Fantasia on Christmas Carols,” to the comical “Christmas Is a Comin’,” to the reverent and stately, “Hallelujah Chorus” and “Waltz of the Flowers” from The Nutcracker. You’ll enjoy lunch prior to the show at Skipjack’s, a Boston-area favorite featuring a seasonally inspired menu utilizing the freshest seafood that is sophisticated, creative and rich with local flavors. For more than 25 years in a row, Skipjack’s has earned the “Award of Excellence” by Wine Spectator Magazine!
Date: Friday, December 13, 2013 Price: $159 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
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The Miracle of Christmas
The Annual Favorite Returns to Sight & Sound! Join the millions of people from all over the world who have seen this one of a kind, awe inspiring experience at the Sight & Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA. From your center orchestra seating, you’ll go back in time and witness the greatest birth in history. Be surrounded by the bustling village of Bethlehem as camels, horses, donkeys and villagers pass by. Be transported to the hillside where legions of angels descend upon the shepherds to proclaim, “The Savior is born!” Heading to Amish Country, what do you expect? Good Food! That’s just what you’ll receive today as we dine at Miller’s Smorgasbord. Miller’s cooks food from scratch and prepares food direct from their Amish neighbors, whose farms surround the restaurant. They’re “AAA Recommended” and “Reader’s Choice Award” Winners. Date: Thursday, December 5, 2013
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Depart: Mt. Kisco 7:30 am, White Plains 8:30 am, Yonkers 9:00 am Return: Yonkers 10:00 pm, White Plains 10:15 pm, Mt. Kisco 10:45 pm
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A Christmas Celebration at Villa Roma Resort
Don’t miss out on your chance to experience Christmas at beautiful Villa Roma Resort, set amid the awesome Catskill Mountains. This is one of our most popular holiday trips as you’ll see Villa Roma transformed into a winter wonderland. This afternoon, you’ll enjoy an inspiring show featuring your favorite holiday classics! Your day at Villa Roma includes: • Refreshments on arrival • Musical interlude • Three-course lunch in the Grand Dining Room • Complimentary egg nog • Bingo with prizes As an added bonus, you will receive an all-access pass to the Resort’s many amenities, such as indoor sport complex with bocce, shuffleboard, ping pong and much more. Eat, play, shop, listen,…HAVE FUN!!!
Date: Tuesday, December 3, 2013 Price: $89 per person Optional Insurance only 10%
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A Southern Christmas
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View the centuries old Charleston homes decorated for the holidays
Christmas Charm comes in spades in Charleston
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Day 1: Richmond, Virginia (D) Today we head to Richmond where you’ll meet your local guide and enjoy a historic and sightseeing tour of the city. Tonight, we dine inside a restored tobacco warehouse in Richmond’s historic district. During the day, meet new friends as you get to know your fellow travlers and your Upper Class Tour Director. You’ll spend the night at the Holiday Inn. Day 2: Charleston, SC (B, D) Enjoy the Christmas spirit, southern hospitality and relaxed pace of Charleston today. You will experience old-world charm as you stroll down cobblestone streets where century-old oaks shade magnificent homes and the past and present meet right before your eyes. You’ll check into the Holiday Inn Riverfront, a unique 14-story circular high rise hotel located on the banks of the Ashley River overlooking the sky lights of historic downtown Charleston. The perfect setting to unwind and enjoy the holiday lights of Charleston. Tonight, you’ll dine at Hyman’s Seafood, named the #1 Southeast Restaurant by Southern Living Magazine and the “Top 5 Best Seafood” restaurants by the Food Network. Day 3: Charleston (B) After breakfast, you’ll discover Charleston up close and personal on a guided tour. Since her founding in 1670, “Historic Charleston” has known
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greatness and tragedy, abundance mingled with despair and triumph tempered by defeat. Charlestonians are proud of their heritage reflected in the many beautifully preserved 18th and 19th century buildings which retain the grace and grandeur of Colonial America. Charleston is equally acclaimed for its contributions to the arts and humanities, and is often viewed as a “living museum.” This afternoon, you’ll tour Magnolia Plantation and Gardens. Founded in 1676 by the Drayton family, Magnolia Plantation has survived the centuries and witnessed the history of our nation unfold. It is the oldest public gardens in America, opening its doors to visitors in 1870 to view the thousands of beautiful flowers and plants in its famous gardens. You’ll take a special tram tour of the Gardens and a guided tour of the plantation.
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Join your friends and enjoy Charleston’s beautiful Harbor and City Christmas Lights during a threehour dinner cruise complete with a multi-course gourmet meal and live music – it’s a present for yourself! Only $79 per person! Day 4: Charleston or Beaufort (B, D) Today is yours to explore Charleston. Enjoy Shrimp and grits, shop for Special “Lowcountry” made stocking stuffers, take a stroll to view the centuries old antebellum homes decorated for the holidays – it’s all up to you!
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Tonight, we meet up for dinner at the Charleston Crab House, family owned for 20 years. After dinner, let the spirit of the season embrace you as James Island comes alive with the Festival of Lights illumination - Charleston’s most beloved nighttime event and one of the most spectacular in the country.
ADD TO YOUR FUN! Today, you can join your friends and travel to Beaufort, the “Queen of the Carolina Sea Islands.” After meeting your local guide, step back in time to recapture a history dating as far back as the 1500’s. Witness the classic architecture of regal antebellum homes and learn about the local history of African-Americans of the Sea Islands, known as “Gullah” today, during your special tour. Only $69 per person!
Day 5: Charleston to Reston (B, D) Bid farewell to the southern charms of Charleston as we head north today. You’ll spend the night at the Sheraton Hotel in Reston, Virginia. After checking in, you’ll enjoy dinner at your leisure at the hotel’s restaurant. Day 6: Washington, DC (B, L) Today, you’ll visit our country’s capitol and enjoy a guided tour of the United States Capitol Building. You’ll see the Crypt of the Capitol, the soaring Rotunda, and National Statuary Hall during your guided tour. Enjoy free time to visit the Capitol Museum and grab an included lunch in the Capitol Café before we head for home. Even the Lighthouses are decorated in Charleston!
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5 Nights Accommodations 5 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 4 Dinners Expert Local Tour Guides Festival of Lights Depart: Goldens Bridge 6:15 am, Mamaroneck 7:00 am, Yonkers 7:45 am Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities Return: Yonkers 7:30 pm, Mamaroneck 8:00 pm, Goldens Bridge 8:30 pm
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