DIANE`s FUNTASTIC GETAWAYS

Diane’s FUNTASTIC GETAWAYS
Summer & Fall 2014
After the long snowy winter, I think we’re all looking forward to getting out of
the house and enjoying some warm weather. We’ve put together a wide
variety of trips for the summer & fall that will give you opportunities to get out
and enjoy the sunshine.
We are pleased to announce that we have partnered with a new company,
Travel Insured, for our travel insurance. You’ll be pleased with the new,
lower pricing that they offer, and the insurance coverage is pretty much the
same as the company that we were dealing with. The insurance rate for your
trip is listed on the invoice, and can also be seen on the Travel Tips & Fun
page of our website, www.fungetaways1.com. You’ll also find on our website
the departure & return times for each trip. Be sure to click the button to
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updates including new trips that have been added, travel tips and more.
You’ll also find video clips for some of our theater trips, and a link to our
trip research page on Pinterest, where we have posted pictures of the
places that we will visit on our trips and links to the attraction & hotel
websites. You do not need to sign up or give any information to Pinterest in
order to view the pictures, so check it out!
We have included a walking guide in the brochure, which you’ll find at the
end of each tour description – it will let you know how strenuous each tour is:
A trip with minimal walking
A trip that includes moderate walking at your own pace
A trip that includes extended periods of walking or guided walking
tours. On some tours, you may be able to omit portions of the tour that will
be too physical for you - as always, if you have any questions about the tour,
don’t hesitate to call.
Trips with this icon are 8 hours or less from the bridge (9 hours or less
from Dennis)
Signing up for a trip is easy – simply call us with your name, phone
number, number of seats needed, and pick-up location. The person that
made the reservation will receive an invoice 6-7 weeks prior to the trip with
departure times and any balance due listed. If you are mailing in a payment,
please keep the lower portion for your records, as your pickup time &
location are printed on the invoice. For an overnight trip, you will receive a
mailing with your itinerary and luggage tags approximately 30 days prior to
your trip. Payments should be sent to: Funtastic Getaways, 15 Mill Pond
Way, East Falmouth, MA 02536.
Space will be held on a tentative basis for you when reserving a trip;
however we reserve the right to cancel your reservation if payment is
not received in a timely manner.
Senior Center Signups - If you sign up through a Senior Center, please send
your payment to the Senior Center, and they will forward it to me. You
will not receive an invoice from me for the trip - your Senior Center will
contact you for payment and inform you of departure times. For
overnight trips, you will receive your itinerary and bag tags about 30 days
prior to the trip. Credit card payments cannot be accepted for Senior Center
signups
Customary end-of-tour gratuities are included for the driver, escort and tour
guide (when a step-on guide is hired), wait staff, and baggage handlers.
Gratuities for hotel housekeeping staff are not included unless otherwise
noted on your itinerary, and a basic gratuity of $ 2 per person, per day is
customary.
Pickup locations:
Our Hyannis pickup is at the commuter lot behind Burger King at exit 6
off of Route 6. This is NOT the Burger King parking lot, as they will tow any
vehicles left there for an extended time. Park in the commuter lot and wait at
the enclosures for the bus – please be sure that you are parked in a legal
parking spot – if you are on the grass or outside of the marked parking
spots, you will be issued a parking citation. The police patrol this lot, and will
ticket/tow any car that is parked illegally. As always, parking is at your own
risk at any of our pickup locations.
1. Patriots Square, Route 134, Dennis
2. Barnstable Commuter lot, Route 132, Hyannis
3. Sagamore Commuter lot, at the foot of the Sagamore Bridge
Your requested pickup location will be printed on your sales receipt or
invoice. Please arrive at your pickup location at least 10 minutes prior
to the departure time, and call the office if you decide to change to a
different pickup location. The office is open Monday through Friday
between 9:00 AM and 6:00 PM. If you get my voicemail when you call,
please leave a message and I will return your call – most times I am in the
office but simply on the other line helping another customer.
In the interest of fairness to those boarding in Hyannis & Sagamore as well
as our handicapped passengers, we assign seats on the bus, as they do
on the airlines, on a first-come, first-serve basis. If you are traveling with
friends be sure to let us know so that we can try to seat you near each other.
Single travelers will be given their own seats if space allows or may be
seated with another single traveler. Please sit in your assigned seat until we
have picked up in Sagamore, after which you can change seats if an empty
seat is available.
Cancellations:
Since I am obligated to make financial commitments to my suppliers prior to
a tour's departure based on your anticipated participation, I have instituted
the following reservation & cancellation policies:
Day-trips: full payment is due 45 days prior to the trip
Refundable up to 14 days prior to the trip
Day-trips with ticketed events (theatre, show, or ballgame):
Shows priced under $ 100 require full payment to reserve
Shows over $ 100 require $50 per person to reserve
Balance is due 45 days prior to the trip
Non-refundable unless your ticket is resold
Overnight trips: $ 50 per person deposit to reserve space
Balance is due 45 days prior to departure.
Refundable up to 30 days prior to departure.
Overnight trips with ticketed events (theatre, show or ballgame):
$ 50 per person non-refundable deposit to reserve
Balance is due 45 days prior to trip
Deposit will be refunded if your ticket is resold
Balance is refundable up to 30 days prior to departure.
TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE is available for all trips - for overnight
trips, you’ll receive pricing with your invoice, for daytrips, please call for
pricing.
MAY Please call, check the website or see the last brochure for May trip details
Heaven & Earth, Thursday, May 15 –
$ 85
Cirque de la Symphonie with Boston Pops Orchestra, Saturday, May 17 – SOLD OUT, WAITLIST ONLY
Isabella & Rose, Thursday, May 29 –
$ 80
Boston’s Historic North End, Saturday, May 31 –
$ 65
Signing up for a trip is easy, simply phone (508) 457-7461 or toll-free 866-518-6877
Funtastic Getaways, 15 Mill Pond Way, East Falmouth, MA 02536
JUNE
The Seaside Villages of Maine, Monday, June 2 – Wednesday, June 4 – Spend two nights at the oceanfront hotel, Anchorage by the
Sea in Ogunquit, just steps from Ogunquit shopping, restaurants, the Marginal Way and Perkins Cove. The
hotel boasts heated indoor and outdoor pools, poolside bar, and spacious, tastefully decorated rooms, most with
ocean views. On our first day, we will stop in Portland, Maine, and you’ll have time to enjoy lunch and shopping
downtown before we take a tour of this historic waterfront city that includes a stop at Portland Head Light.
Relax at the hotel, then enjoy a delicious downeast lobster bake at Jonathans Restaurant (or choose grilled
steak tips). Enjoy a morning at leisure to explore the shops on Main Street, and then we’ll take the scenic shore
road past Ogunquit to the gorgeous Cliff House Resort & Spa that sits perched atop Bald Head Cliff, where we will
enjoy a delicious lunch and have free time to enjoy the spectacular views. Enjoy a cruise past York’s elegant homes and rocky coast to
Nubble Lighthouse aboard the Finestkind III. The remainder of the day is yours to take a leisurely stroll along Ogunquit's famed Marginal Way,
browse the shops at Perkins Cove or relax at the hotel. Accessible from our hotel, Marginal Way follows the rugged coast to picturesque Perkins
Cove, Ogunquit's quaint fishing village. This tiny cove offers splendid scenery, and numerous small shops, restaurants and galleries housed in
weathered fishing shacks. On our last day, we’ll meet our guide for a short walking and driving tour of Kennebunkport to see the romantic
Wedding Cake House, admire the lovely grounds and shrines at the Franciscan Monastery, see the contrasting sandy beaches and rocky
coastline, and drive past the Bush estate while hearing about the history, culture and stories of the village. We’ll also stop for a tour of the historic
Nott House, named White Columns. The First Families Kennebunkport Museum at White Columns offers visitors a chance to tour an 1853
Greek Revival home and view exhibitions covering two centuries of Kennebunkport history, from sea captains to Presidents. You’ll have free time
to explore the village of Kennebunkport independently before we return to the Cape. Package Includes: Two night’s accommodations at the
Anchorage by the Sea, two full breakfasts, one dinner, lunch at the Cliff House Resort, Lighthouse Cruise, tours of Kennebunkport and Portland, and
a stop at Portland Head Lighthouse.
$ 485 per person, double occupancy, $ 623 single occupancy
Niagara Falls, Niagara on the Lake & Toronto, Monday, June 2 – Thursday, June 5 – Travel with us
to beautiful Niagara Falls, where we will overnight at the Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa, steps away
from the new Niagara Falls Casino, restaurants, and attractions. We’ll stop at Goat Island, where you will see
the falls from the American side. We’ll take an up-close look at the Horseshoe Falls on our ride aboard the
world-famous Maid of the Mist, a half hour thrill of a lifetime! Take a guided tour of Niagara Falls to see
the Upper Canadian Rapids, Floral Clock, and the Whirlpool Rapids. Then, travel to Niagara by the Lake,
where we will have free time in the quaint downtown area to browse the shops and enjoy lunch. We’ll visit
Château des Charmes Winery for an exploration of winegrowing of the past, present and future, see the underground barrel cellars, bottling
line, and sample their wines - including their delicious ice wine. We’ll learn about the city’s history on our guided
motorcoach tour of Toronto, and visit Casa Loma, a magnificent stone castle set high on a hill overlooking Toronto.
Then, we’ll take the elevator to the observation deck of the world’s tallest tower, the CN Tower, where you can walk
on the glass floor 1,122 feet above the street and enjoy the spectacular view from the observation deck.
Package Includes: Three nights’ accommodations at the Doubletree Fallsview Resort & Spa, three full buffet
breakfasts, two dinners, baggage handling, guided tours of Toronto and Niagara Falls, Tour & wine tasting at Chateau
des Charmes, CN Tower, Casa Loma, and Maid of the Mist.
$ 659 per person, double occupancy, $ 830 single occupancy - A valid passport or passport card is required
Newport Rail & Sail, Thursday, June 5 - We will begin our day browsing the shops in Newport, RI. Then enjoy the experience of Rhode Island’s
only moving Dinner Train on a 22 mile, sentimental journey along scenic Narragansett Bay. While enjoying the narrated, scenic railway journey
we will be treated to a full lunch onboard the train. Next, relax and enjoy the beautiful sights of Newport Harbor and Narragansett Bay aboard a
luxury yacht as we enjoy an hour long, narrated cruise. Round out our adventure with a stop at Newport Vineyards where we will enjoy a guided
tour of their vineyard and wine making facilities as well as a wine tasting. Everyone will receive a Newport Vineyards wine glass to remember our
day.
$ 129 - ONLY A FEW SEATS LEFT!
Film Night with John Williams & the Boston Pops Orchestra, Friday, June 6 - Boston Pops Laureate
Conductor John Williams returns for this signature event of the season. Hear cherished and familiar themes from such
favorite movie scores as Star Wars, Jaws, and Harry Potter. Mr. Williams will salute some of his illustrious
predecessors, whose work influenced him, and in turn he will also lead selections by some of today's notable film
composers, many of whom have undoubtedly been influenced by him. We have center 1st balcony seating for the 8:00
PM performance at Boston’s Symphony Hall, with time before the show at the Prudential Center for dinner.
$ 109
Mystery Tour, Saturday, June 7 -
$ 102 - ONLY A FEW SEATS LEFT!
Newport Playhouse “Weekend Comedy”, Wednesday, June 11- You’ll enjoy the delightful all-you-can-eat buffet
lunch at the Newport Playhouse, and then walk into the theatre for the show, “Weekend Comedy”, a thoroughly enjoyable
comedy about a fifties couple and a mid- twenties couple who accidentally rent the same cottage for the weekend. They
decide to share—and the fun begins! But the fun isn’t over after the show – we’ll head back to the dining room for a
hilarious cabaret show! Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch and an afternoon of laughter and fun!
$ 95
Signing up for a trip is easy, simply phone (508) 457-7461 or toll-free 866-518-6877
Funtastic Getaways, 15 Mill Pond Way, East Falmouth, MA 02536
Boston Duck Tour, Saturday, June 21- Always a fun day in Boston and never the same tour twice! Start the day at Maggianos where we’ll
enjoy an Italian feast – you are guaranteed to leave very full and very happy! Then we’ll board our DUCK as we cruise by all
the places that make Boston the birthplace of freedom and a city of firsts, from the golden-domed State House to Bunker
Hill and the Fleet Center, Government Center to fashionable Newbury Street, Quincy Market to the Prudential Tower
and more. Your ConDUCKtor will give you lots of little known facts and interesting insights about this unique city, then,
splashdown into the Charles River for a breathtaking view of the Boston and Cambridge skylines. After the tour you’ll have
free time to browse the shops on Newbury Street or the Prudential Center, or take the elevator to the Skywalk
Observatory at the top of the Prudential Center.
$ 105
Portland Downeaster Rail & Sail, Tuesday, June 24 - Amtrak's sleek and sophisticated Downeaster train runs between Boston and Portland,
Maine with a magical journey along the New England shoreline. Along the Downeaster route you'll find historic colonial
cities, beautiful beaches & quaint villages. We’ll take the 11:30 AM train from Boston’s North Station for our oneway journey to Portland, Maine. On board the train we will enjoy a delicious boxed lunch from Panera Bread. Our
bus will take us to downtown Portland, where we’ll have free time before our narrated 90-minute scenic cruise
through Portland harbor to see lighthouses, forts, lobster boats, and seals. Four lighthouses can be seen up close
with as many as seven in view during the cruise, including a close-up view of Maine’s oldest and most photographed
lighthouse, Portland Head Light! We’ll travel back to the Cape by motorcoach.
$ 102
9/11 Memorial & Museum, Saturday, June 28 - Visit the NEW 9/11 Memorial in New York City, a tribute of remembrance and honor to the
nearly 3,000 people killed in the terror attacks of September 11, 2001, as well as the six people killed in the World
Trade Center bombing in February 1993. The Memorial’s twin reflecting pools feature the largest manmade
waterfalls in the North America. The pools sit within the footprints where the Twin Towers once stood. The 9/11
Museum exhibits a collection of diverse materials, including artifacts, photographs, audio and video tapes,
personal effects and memorabilia, and expressions of tribute and remembrance from the tragic attack. The
museum is scheduled to open in May 2014 so we will be among the first to visit the museum. You will have time to
explore St Paul’s Chapel and the Wall Street financial district. Maps & suggestions will be provided.
$120 - ONLY A FEW SEATS LEFT!
JULY 2014
Constitution Turn - Around Cruise, Friday, July 4 - The oldest Commissioned warship afloat in the
world, the USS Constitution - Old Ironsides - salutes the nation on the 4th of July Turnaround. The
Constitution is most famous for her actions during the War of 1812 against Great Britain, when she captured
numerous merchant ships and defeated five British warships. Step aboard the elegant yacht, The Odyssey
and be treated to a historic narration as you watch the Constitution’s voyage on Boston Harbor from the water.
This annual sail takes place for two reasons, so that The Constitution’s sides weather evenly while she is at
dock and, in order to keep her active commission in the US Navy she must travel one nautical mile each year.
We will follow her as she travels to Castle Island in South Boston, where she fires a 21 gun salute to the nation
before returning to her berth in Charlestown. As we sail aboard the The Odyssey, we’ll enjoy a delicious buffet and lobster luncheon with live
entertainment.
$ 130
Cirque du Soleil "Varekai," Saturday, July 5 - Recognized over the world, Cirque du Soleil has constantly sought to
evoke imagination, invoke senses and provoke emotions. Discover the highly creative and artistic shows from Cirque du
Soleil as we experience "Varekai". We have great seating for the 4 PM matinee performance at the Dunkin Donuts Center
in Providence with free time before the show for lunch at the Providence Place Mall.
$ 109 - ONLY A FEW SEATS
LEFT!
Charles River Locks Cruise, Saturday, July 12 - “Love that Dirty Water”…..the Charles River may no longer be
infamous for out of control pollution (it in fact now receive a “B+” from the EPA’s river quality rating) but we love it now
even more! Spend the afternoon with us as we relax on the Charles taking in all the sites that make Boston so
special. Our 90-minute cruise, hosted by Charles Riverboat Company, offers spectacular views of historic and
contemporary architecture along Boston Harbor, the Charles River Locks, and the Charles River basin. Cruise by
Boston’s finest including Marriott’s Custom House, the Prudential Building, and the Hancock Tower. These are
simply the best waterfront views of Boston and Cambridge! Before our cruise, indulge in a tasty, included full lunch
at Cheesecake Factory and we’ll have time to browse the boutiques at the CambridgeSide Galleria Mall.
$ 98
Boston Pops at Tanglewood with special guest Jason Alexander, Sunday, July 13 - Travel to Tanglewood with us to
enjoy a summer day with the Boston Pops, conducted by Keith Lockhart (subject to change) with special guest Jason
Alexander. Singer, dancer, and master of comedic timing, Jason Alexander is best known for his appearances on television (as
George Costanza in Seinfeld) and in film. He is also a Broadway veteran and Tony-Award winner, and with the Boston Pops
he will perform selections from The Music Man, Pippin, Merrily We Roll Along, plus a few surprises! We have great shed seating
for the 2:30 PM concert, and you’ll have free time in Stockbridge before the show for lunch & shopping.
$ 115
Signing up for a trip is easy, simply phone (508) 457-7461 or toll-free 866-518-6877
Funtastic Getaways, 15 Mill Pond Way, East Falmouth, MA 02536
Lighthouses & Lobsters, Tuesday, July 15 - Travel to Ogunquit, Maine where you will have time for lunch on your own and have time to
browse the quaint shops and boutiques that line both sides of the Main Street. Then, enjoy lunch & shopping in
Perkins Cove, a quaint little harbor that has been home to artists from around the world. Our 1½ hour narrated
Nubble Lighthouse Cruise will depart from the harbor, offering us unsurpassed views of the elegant homes and
rocky coastline - and a fantastic view of Nubble Lighthouse. After our cruise, we will stop to view Nubble
Lighthouse from land so don’t forget your camera! End the day with a delicious lobster dinner at Fosters
Downeast Clambake. Your dinner includes New England clam chowder, clams or mussels, Maine lobster (chicken
& vegetarian entrée options available), corn on the cob, red bliss potatoes and onions, and blueberry crumb cake
all steamed over a roaring wood fire the Downeast way!
$ 115
NYC Getaway with 9-11 Memorial & Museum and “A Slice of Brooklyn Tour,” Tuesday, July 22 – Wednesday, July 23 - We’ll spend
our first day visiting the 9-11 Memorial and the NEW 9-11 Museum. You’ll have free time to explore lower
Manhattan, and we’ll give you some ideas and maps on the bus. Within walking distance, you’ll find Trinity
Church; Saint Paul’s Chapel; Wall Street, where you can have your picture taken with the famous Bull Statue,
and Federal Hall, where George Washington was sworn in as our first President. Or, you can take the roundtrip Staten Island Ferry ride, a five mile, 25-minute FREE cruise that provides a majestic view of New
York Harbor, and a perfect view of The Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island and the iconic skyline of Lower
Manhattan. We’ll overnight at the Meadowlands River Inn in Secaucus, NJ, and return to the city on the
following day. You’ll have time in the Rockefeller Plaza / Times Square area to do some sightseeing in the morning, and then we’ll take a four and a
half hour audio-visual tour to explore the food, history, landmarks, famous movie locations and points of interest in Brooklyn. “A Slice of
Brooklyn Pizza Tour” has won rave reviews for its Brooklyn tours, and has been featured on The Today Show, the Food Network, the Travel
Channel, and in the pages of Travel & Leisure, the London Times, the New York Times, Frommers and the Lonely Planet Guide! Our guide
will take us to famous Brooklyn landmarks like DUMBO, Brooklyn Bridge Park (for the most spectacular view of the bridge), Fulton Ferry Landing,
Red Hook, Sunset Park, Bay Ridge, Bath Beach, Bensonhurst and, of course we’ll stop at famous Coney Island to see the boardwalk &
amusement park. We’ll pass million-dollar homes along scenic Shore Road in Bay Ridge, including the famous Gingerbread House, and learn
about Brooklyn-born celebrities. As we approach famous movie locations, we’ll watch short movie clips from some of the movies that have been
made at that location, like Saturday Night Fever, Goodfellas, Annie Hall, Scent of a Woman, The French Connection and more. One of the
things that Brooklyn is known for is its Pizza, and we’ll enjoy pizza and soft drinks at the top two landmark
pizza restaurants in Brooklyn! Grimaldi’s specializes in brick oven Neapolitan-style pizza, and is so wellknown for their pizza, that it is not unusual to see a line of people waiting to order pizza that is out the door &
down the street (we’ll go to the head of the line on this tour). L & B Spumoni Gardens, specializes in
authentic Sicilian-style pizza, and we’ll let you be the judge! Package Includes: one night accommodation at
the Meadowlands River Inn, in Secaucus, expanded continental breakfast, baggage handling, 9-11 Museum &
Memorial, Brooklyn Tour, Pizza and soft drinks at both Grimaldi’s and L & B Spumoni Gardens.
$ 289 per person, double occupancy, $ 364 single occupancy
Private Gardens of Kennebunk with Paul Parent, Saturday, July 19 – Calling all garden enthusiasts! The lovely Maine village of
Kennebunk is hosting its 20th Annual Private Gardens of the Kennebunks Tour! Tour some of Kennebunk’s
most beautiful gardens and gather some inspiration to bring back to your own landscape. Glorious gardenias,
sky-reaching sunflowers, perfect peonies, water falls, secret pathways, ponds and more! Admission fees for the
tour go to Kids Free to Grow, a local child abuse prevention council. Paul Parent, host of a popular
syndicated gardening radio show for over 30 years, will share his expertise at "Ganny's Garden" throughout
the day. Paul's expert gardening advice is heard on stations all over the country with over half a million loyal
listeners! Spend some time downtown at Dock Square in Kennebunkport for lunch on your own and light
shopping. Before heading home, stop at Snug Harbor Farm where you will find plants, unique & unusual
garden décor, tools & more to get you started on the garden of your dreams! $ 82
Salem by Sea, Sunday, July 20 – Start our adventure on the water as we take the new fast ferry service to Salem.
Soak in the summer sun or relax on the covered deck as our ferry journeys from Boston to Salem. We will explore the
beautiful town of Salem with our local guide on a bus tour of this historic area, famous for the Salem Witch trials in
1692. After our tour, we’ll spend time browsing the shops and enjoy lunch on your own at the Essex Street Pedestrian
Mall. End the day with a visit to the Peabody Essex Museum and the Yin Yu Tang Chinese House. The museum was
founded in 1799, and its 2.4 million dollar collection ranks among the finest of its kind. Spend over 2 ½ hours on your own
exploring the exhibits, then we will tour the museum’s Yin Yu Tang House, the only complete Qing Dynasty house located outside China.
Explore this 16-bedroom Chinese merchant’s house to discover this rare example of the regions architecture and learn about the daily life of the
eight generations of the Huang family that inhabited the house for over 200 years. We’ll return to the Cape by motorcoach.
$ 89
Cape Cod Canal Centennial Celebration – “Sails, Rails & Seafest” Saturday, July 26 – The Cape Cod Canal
is celebrating its 100th birthday this summer with a week-long maritime centennial celebration you won’t want to miss!
We will visit Mass Maritime Academy where they will be hosting to two historic tall ships – The US Coast Guard’s Eagle
and the Charles W Morgan. The Eagle is a 295 foot barque used as a training cutter for future officers of the US Coast
Signing up for a trip is easy, simply phone (508) 457-7461 or toll-free 866-518-6877
Funtastic Getaways, 15 Mill Pond Way, East Falmouth, MA 02536
Guard. She is the only active commissioned steel hulled sailing vessel in American military service. The Charles W. Morgan is a historic American
whaling vessel. Built and launched in 1841, the Morgan is America’s second oldest commercial ship still afloat – only the USS Constitution is
older. We will have the opportunity to board & tour these two beautiful ships. We will also enjoy a 45 minute narrated railroad adventure that
is being offered just for the Canal Celebration, we will travel across the historic 544 foot vertical lift Cape Cod Canal Railroad Bridge. The
train will then travel the scenic shores of the Canal and under both the Bourne & Sagamore Bridges before returning over the train bridge again.
Spend time at Seafest Festival at Sandwich Marina where there will be a juried craft fair, sea shanty music, Coast Guard demonstrations, touch
tanks and more! A delicious buffet lunch at Dan’l Webster Inn rounds out this Cape Cod maritime celebration!
$ 95
Cape Cod Canal Centennial Celebration – “Fireworks on the Water”, Tuesday, July 29 – The Centennial Celebration continues! This
tour will feature a 2-hour narrated cruise on the Canal. Enjoy commentary about the fascinating history of the National Historic
Civil Engineering Landmark that we know as the Cape Cod Canal as we cruise past Taylor’s Point, Mass Maritime Academy,
pass under the Bourne Bridge and more. After our cruise we will relax on the shores of the canal as we enjoy the Parade of
Tugboats pass by in the water. Enjoy a delicious dinner at the popular Buzzards Bay Italian restaurant Mezza Luna before we
stake out our spot to watch the Centennial Fireworks! A huge and spectacular fireworks display is being planned to
commemorate the 100th anniversary of the “blending of the waters” when the waters of Buzzards Bay first met up with the waters
of Cape Cod Bay. Portable, folding chairs will be provided for your use during the Tug Boat Parade & Fireworks. $ 99
Nova Scotia, Cape Breton Island, Prince Edward Island & the Cabot Trail, Sunday, July 27 – Monday, August 4, 2014 - We’ll begin
our Maritimes adventure by taking the brand NEW Nova Star ferry that cruises overnight from Portland,
Maine to Yarmouth, Nova Scotia. The ships amenities include deluxe cabins, fine dining, a casino with 70 slot
machines, live table games, showroom with live entertainment, duty-free shopping, spa and fitness areas and
an art gallery. We’ll enjoy free time in Portland, Maine, and then cruise overnight to Yarmouth, NS. We’ll
travel the scenic Eastern Shore of Nova Scotia along the Lighthouse Route to Lunenburg, where we will stop
for lunch (on your own) before heading past the quaint fishing villages and Mahone Bay to scenic Peggy’s Cove where we’ll stop to see Peggy’s
Point Lighthouse. Then, it’s on to Halifax, where we will overnight for two nights at the Lord Nelson Hotel. We’ll take a guided Halifax city tour,
where you will learn about the Halifax disaster, the sinking of the Titanic, and see the changing of the guard at the Citadel, and then our guide will
take us to the Northern Shores of Nova Scotia, along the Bay of Fundy, which records the world’s highest tides, creating tidal bores, lush gardens
and the beautiful farmlands of the Annapolis Valley. We will learn about the deportation of the Acadians, and visit the Port Royal National
Historic Site, a reconstruction of the Habitation where Samuel de Champlain establish one of the earliest European settlements in North America.
We’ll stop to smell the roses at the Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens, a world class 17-acre horticultural paradise located in historic Annapolis
Royal, Nova Scotia, the first permanent European settlement in North America. We’ll stop at one of the Annapolis Valley’s many vineyards,
Domaine de Grand Pre, to enjoy a tour and wine tasting. We’ll travel to beautiful Cape Breton Island, where we will see quaint fishing villages
and stop at Fortress Louisbourg, the largest historical reconstruction in North America. As you weave your way through the charming streets and
buildings of this former 18th century French stronghold, the town comes alive with citizens, soldiers and sailors from the four corners of the world.
We’ll stay two nights at our Cape Breton Island Hotel, Auberge Gisele’s Inn, overlooking both the beautifully
landscaped gardens and the majestic Bras d'Or Lakes. Our guide will take us on a full-day motor coach tour on the
Cabot Trail, one of the most scenic ocean drives in the world – this is sure to be one of the highlights of your
trip! We’ll stop at the Alexander Graham Bell National Historic Site, a unique exhibit complex where models,
replicas, photo displays, artifacts and films describe the fascinating life and work of Alexander Graham Bell. You’ll have
an opportunity to enjoy an evening of Celtic entertainment at a Cape Breton Ceilidh on our last evening on the island,
and then, we’ll take the ferry across the Northumberland Strait to scenic Prince Edward Island, where we will stay for two nights at the Hotel on
Pownal, centrally located in downtown Charlottetown. Enjoy a welcome reception with beer & wine and settle into your rooms before we depart
for a delicious PEI Lobster Supper at Fisherman’s Wharf. Begin with the 60-foot long salad bar that includes all-you-can-eat-mussels, and
then enjoy your choice of either a 1-lb lobster or one of their alternate menu items. Our local guide will take us on a tour of Charlottetown, the
birthplace of the Canadian Confederation, and then we’ll travel the beautiful countryside to Cavendish, where we will stop at the House of Green
Gables. Our guide will then take us through Prince Edward Island National Park, on the northernmost shore of PEI, to see the red sands and
learn about the ecosystem. We will depart Prince Edward Island over the longest bridge over ice-covered waters in the world, the Confederation
Bridge, to Saint John, NB. Then, travel along the shores of the Bay of Fundy to Hopewell Rocks, where we will see the flowerpot rocks that
were carved by the glacier and shaped by the highest tides in the world and enjoy an included lunch. We’ll learn about the tides of the Bay of
Fundy, and our naturalist guide will explain what causes the extreme tide changes. We will overnight in Saint John, New Brunswick at the Chateau
Saint John, and stop at the Reversing Falls to learn about this phenomenon before returning to the Cape. Package Includes: One night, with
cabin on Nova Star Cruise Ship, one night at Chateau Saint John, NB; two nights at the Hotel on Pownal in Charlottetown, PEI; two nights at
Auberge Gisele’s Inn on Cape Breton Island, two nights at the Lord Nelson Hotel in Halifax; one expanded continental breakfast; seven full
breakfasts; three dinners; one Lobster bake; one lunch; beer & wine welcome reception, guided Halifax city & Annapolis Valley tours, Port Royal
National Historic Site, Annapolis Royal Historic Gardens, Domaine de Grand Pre Winery tour & tasting, Fortress Louisbourg, full day guided tour of
the Cabot trail with Park admission, Alexander Graham Bell Historic Site, Cape Breton Ceilidh, Northumberland Ferry from Nova Scotia to PEI,
Charlottetown guided tour, Green Gables House, PEI National Park, Hopewell Rocks.
THIS TRIP REQUIRES A CURRENT PASSPORT. $
1,745 per person, double occupancy, $ 2,350 single occupancy
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AUGUST 2014
Waterfire, DATE TBA - Waterfire has become a true New England classic (celebrating its 20th year!) it is a lovely
way to spend a summer evening. Nearly 100 bonfires illuminate the waters of Providence River during this magical
outdoor event. Walk the cobbled riverbank walkways leading to Waterplace Park as the fire-stokers glide through the
water in gondolas, lighting the wooden fires. The fires dance on the waters and fill the air with the scent of burning
cedar logs as music from a variety of cultures and rhythms echo from the Venetian-style bridges. Enjoy a guided
tour of Providence, including historic Benefit Street, & time for dinner at Federal Hill or Providence Mall. $ 62
Block Island, Tuesday, August 5 – Explore beautiful Block Island, with its picturesque scenery of bluffs and gently rolling hills, grassy moors and
bayberry covered fields. The island is known for its nature walks, great beaches, wildflowers, historic lighthouses,
and miles of stone walls and rolling terrain. Block Island has been referred to as the "Bermuda of the North" with
old New England charm. We will take the morning ferry to Block Island departing from Point Judith, RI, where we
will enjoy a bus tour of the island and a New England Lobster Bake on the front porch of the National Hotel,
which overlooks the harbor and the Atlantic, including clam chowder, salad, steamed lobster (or filet mignon),
mussels, potatoes & corn on the cob. You will have free time downtown before our ferry departs.
$ 129
Newport Playhouse Lobsterfest “Murder at the Howard Johnson”, Tuesday, August 12 - You’ll enjoy the all-you-can-eat buffet lunch
at the Newport Playhouse, which includes oven roasted chicken, BBQ chicken, mussels, shrimp, corn on the cob, clam
chowder, a 1 ¼ pound boiled lobster, and much more! Then, walk into their intimate theatre for the comedy show,
“Murder at the Howard Johnson”. Is all fair in love? That question is posed by the light and very funny comedy about a love
triangle at the Howard Johnson Motor Inn! But the fun isn’t over after the show – we’ll head back to the dining room for a
hilarious cabaret show! Enjoy a delicious buffet lunch, 1 ¼ lb. lobster and an afternoon of laughter and fun!
$ 100
The Quirky Bostonian, Wednesday, August 13 – You’ve visited all the landmarks and historic sites; let us take you to some of Boston’s
more unusual offerings! We’ll start the day just outside Boston at the Something Sweet without Wheat Bakery. They have earned an
outstanding reputation and are enjoyed by everyone, with or without allergies! Everyone will receive a tasty treat and you will have time to browse
for other baked goods, as the owner comes out to answer any questions you might have about gluten free cooking. Then we will head to Harvard
Square, a world renowned cultural destination, it is home to over 90 small and unusual eateries. Enjoy 2 hours here to browse the boutiques and
grab some lunch. We suggest you check out Mr. Bartley’s Burger Cottage, seen on Chronicle, The Food Network, Phantom Gourmet and winner
of too many awards to list. With menu items like The Viagra, The Tom Brady, The Guy Fieri, and Obama Care, the menu alone is a good read! Or,
check out Veggie Planet, specializing in creative, “out of this world” vegetarian & vegan dishes. After lunch we’ll enjoy Boston’s coolest bar,
located in Faneuil Hall, Frost Ice Bar - a bar made entirely of ice. And they don’t stop at the bar - the tables, chairs, cups, the walls… all are made
of ice! The world’s largest permanent indoor ice bar is kept at a refreshing 21 degrees at all times, so insulated, full-length capes & gloves are
provided at the door. Enjoy some free time for people watching or shopping at Faneuil Hall before we end the day
on a sweet note with a 3 course dinner at Chocolate by the Bald Man Max Brenner. To say this uber-trendy
restaurant is passionate about food & chocolate is an understatement! On their “Secret Chocolate Gathering”
menu you will find tempting choices for the appetizers and entrees, but be sure to save room for their amazing
specialty desserts!
$ 119 with non-alcoholic drink at the Ice Bar, $ 124 with alcoholic drink at the Ice
Bar
Summer Holiday in Wolfeboro, Friday, August 15 - Nestled on the eastern shore of Lake Winnipesaukee and surrounded by the pristine
beauty of forests and mountains is the Jewel of Lake Winnipesaukee, Wolfeboro, NH. A quintessential New
England community with a rich heritage, Wolfeboro is distinguished as “The Oldest Summer Resort in America”.
Come enjoy a summer holiday with us! Enjoy a delicious lunch at the historic Wolfeboro Inn located directly on
the shores of Lake Winnipesaukee. After lunch, relax on the decks of the Winnipesaukee Belle, a 65-Foot
replica turn-of-the-century paddle boat on our 1 ½ hour cruise. Before we head home, find the perfect
souvenir of your summer holiday when you enjoy time for shopping in the quaint downtown. $ 92
Connecticut’s Secret Treasures, Monday, August 18 – The Thimble Islands is a little known archipelago of
some 25 inhabited islands and hundreds of smaller uninhabited islands off Connecticut’s coast. Each island is unique,
the largest only around 17 acres and home to a few dozen houses and the smallest just enough for one lucky home
owner. They have long attracted the rich and reclusive, the famous and infamous, including President William Howard
Taft, P.T. Barnum's circus star Tom Thumb, and cartoonist Gary Trudeau and his wife, television journalist Jane
Pauley. Take a relaxing 45 minute narrated scenic cruise around the islands as we hear the local stories of the
island’s inhabitants and learn about their history with everything from farming to quarrying granite, from bootlegging to hiding Captain Kidd’s treasure
– these small islands have seen it all! A delicious lunch at the USS Chowder Pot III is included, with your choice of Baked Stuffed Sole, Chicken
with apple-cranberry stuffing, or English cut Prime Rib. We will also explore Gillette Castle, former home of William Gillette (a turn of the century
actor famous for his role as Sherlock Holmes) to unlock even more secrets. The eccentric actor designed the castle himself, featuring 47 different
latching doors and cabinets, trick locks, furniture built on tracks; all with unsurpassed views of the Connecticut River Valley. Please note Gillette
Castle is a historic castle with three floors of displays and does not have an elevator.
$ 99
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Taste of Newburyport, Wednesday, August 20 – 35 miles north of Boston you will find the lovely and historic
coastal town of Newburyport. Get a true sense of this charming New England town as our local guide takes us on
a fascinating 3 hour culinary & cultural walking tour of downtown (approx. 1 mile walking, with more than
enough food for a lunch). Enjoy samples from several local vendors, from meats and cheese, to olive oil,
delicious sweets, and some other surprises along the way! Our dynamic tour guide will provide the backdrop to
this historic city with fascinating stories and interesting facts. After our tour enjoy some free time to browse the
quaint Market Square shops. Finish off our day with a visit to Mill River Winery where we will enjoy a tour of
their vineyard & wine tasting of their award winning wine.
$ 105
Isles of Shoals, Friday, August 22 - Join us as we learn about the fascinating legends of the New Hampshire/Maine Seacoast on our 2 ½ hour
narrated cruise of Portsmouth Harbor and the Isles of Shoals. Located 9 miles off Portsmouth’s shores,
is an intriguing archipelago of 9 islands steeped with history. As we glide through the Portsmouth Harbor,
we will see a unique working port with tugboats, tankers, the nation’s oldest active naval yard, the closed
castle-like prison “the Alcatraz of the East”, 5 historic forts and 3 lighthouses proudly guiding mariners
safely through the waters. We will also enjoy an included lunch at Warren’s Lobster House (choice of
seafood Newburg, fried baby shrimp, ritzy filet of haddock, crab crusted salmon, top sirloin steak or chicken
parmesan) and enjoy free time to explore downtown Portsmouth.
$ 102
Montreal & Quebec, Friday, August 22 – Tuesday, August 26 – We will stay in the heart of Old Montreal at the Embassy Suites, with easy
access to both the shops & cafes in the Old City and the Underground city. We’ll enjoy a nightly manager’s
reception (beverages and snacks) and a full breakfast each morning. We’ll take a tour of Montreal that includes
Old Montreal, Saint Catherine Street, the panoramic view from Mt. Royal, St. Joseph's Oratory and SteHelene's Island. We’ll tour the magnificent Notre Dame Basilica with our local guide and then we’ll travel to
Olympic Park, site of the 1976 Olympics. We’ll take the funicular to the top of the Olympic Park Tower to enjoy
sweeping views of Montreal, the St Lawrence Plains, and the Saint Lawrence River. Then, we’ll visit the
Montréal Biodôme, which recreates four of the most beautiful ecosystems of the Americas – The lush & humid
Tropical Rainforest, the Laurentian Maple Forest, the Gulf of St Lawrence, and the Sub-polar Regions of the
Americas. As we walk through the Biodome, we’ll experience the climate, vegetation and wildlife of each ecosystem and see over 4,500 animals
and 500 plant species. We’ll travel to Quebec City and take a 1½ hour narrated cruise on the Saint Lawrence. Our hotel in Quebec City is the
newly remodeled Chateau Laurier, located just outside the gates of Old Quebec adjacent to the Plains of Abraham on Grand
Alee, a street lined with outdoor cafes and restaurants. We’ll take a lively and informative tour of the Quebec City area to
see Old Quebec City, Place d'Armes, City Hall, Parliament, the Plains of Abraham, the Citadel, Quartier Petit Champlain, and
Place Royal. In the afternoon, you have the option to enjoy Quebec City on your own or take a drive with us along the oldest
road in North America, where we will see the 17 th century stone farmhouses, visit Ste-Anne de Beaupre Basilica, and the
spectacular Montmorency Falls. Before returning to the Cape, you’ll have a free morning for shopping or you can watch the
colorful Changing of the Guard at the Citadel (additional entrance fee). Package Includes: Two nights at the Embassy
Suites, Montreal; two nights at the Chateau Laurier in Quebec City; four full breakfasts; two dinners; nightly managers
reception in Montreal; tours of Montreal and Quebec; Notre Dame Basilica; St Joseph’s Oratory; Olympic Park Tower;
Biodome; cruise on the Saint Lawrence; Saint Anne de Beaupre Basilica; Montmorency Falls. A VALID PASSPORT IS
REQUIRED FOR THIS TRIP.
$ 999 per person, double occupancy, $ 1,454 single occupancy
Josh Groban at Tanglewood with the Boston Pops, Saturday, August 30 – Sunday August 31 – We’ll visit Naumkeag, a gracious
Guilded Age 44-room country estate with magnificent gardens, and panoramic views. Then, enjoy time to explore the
Tanglewood grounds and enjoy dinner before Josh Groban closes out the Tanglewood season with the Boston Pops
Esplanade Orchestra, Keith Lockhart, members of the Tanglewood Festival Chorus, and John Oliver. We have shed
seats for the performance, section 13, rows E–K. We’ll overnight at the North Adams Holiday Inn, and after a full breakfast,
we’ll head to Vermont to visit Hildene, the home of Robert Todd Lincoln, the only child of Abraham and Mary Todd Lincoln
to survive to adulthood. He built the Georgian Revival mansion in the scenic village of
Manchester, VT. We’ll enjoy a brief video in the Welcome Center, a self-guided tour of Robert
and Mary Lincoln's home, listen to the 1,000-pipe Aeolian organ, and stroll the expansive Hoyt Formal Garden.
We’ll also visit the Cutting and Kitchen Gardens, the Observatory, and Hildene Farm, where we can learn how they
make cheese and visit the animals. We’ll enjoy a delicious BBQ chicken buffet lunch at Hildene, and then stop at
Honora Winery, where we will learn about the history of the winery, and taste three of Honora’s award-winning
wines and enjoy the Vermont artisanal cheeses that have been paired to complement each wine. Everyone will receive a souvenir wine glass to
take home. Package Includes: One night at the Holiday Inn in North Adams, MA, full breakfast, baggage handling, admission & shed seats at
Tanglewood, admission and lunch at Hildene, Naumkeaug, Honora Winery wine & cheese pairing.
$ 359 per person, double occupancy, $
435 single occupancy
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Funtastic Getaways, 15 Mill Pond Way, East Falmouth, MA 02536
SEPTEMBER 2014
Seaside Villages & Lighthouses of Maine & Spruce Point Resort, Tuesday, September 2 – Friday, September 5 - You’ll have
some free time to explore downtown Portland, Maine before our guided tour of Portland that includes a
stop at Portland Head Lighthouse. We continue north to Boothbay Harbor, and you will fall in love with the
beautiful Spruce Point Resort, ranked by Conde Nast Traveler as one of the 50 top American getaways!
Located on 57 beautifully landscaped acres on Boothbay Harbor, you’ll enjoy sweeping views of the Atlantic
Ocean, an award-winning restaurant and loads of activities. There is a full service spa & hot tub, fitness
room, a saltwater pool and heated freshwater pool, three whirlpool spas, a nightly marshmallow roast over a
campfire, tennis courts, croquet, shuffleboard, horseshoes, a putting green, kayaking, & fishing. Browse the
shops in Boothbay Harbor, and then take a narrated 1-hour Boothbay Harbor & lighthouse cruise that includes an authentic Downeast Maine
TWIN Lobster clambake on Cabbage Island, cooked in seaweed, covered and steamed from top to bottom to capture all the flavor and sweetness
of Maine lobsters and clams. This authentic meal includes fish chowder, TWO luscious lobsters, tender steamed clams, corn on the cob, Maine
potatoes, blueberry cake and coffee or tea. You will have a free day to explore Boothbay Harbor and the resort amenities, or you can take an
OPTIONAL TRIP up the scenic coast of Maine to Rockland. We’ll take a tour of the fascinating Owls Head Transportation Museum, stop at
the Owls Head Lighthouse, and enjoy free time in Rockport to explore the downtown area. Within walking distance, you’ll find shops and
restaurants, the Lighthouse Museum, and the Farnsworth Art Museum, that showcases renowned artists with Maine connections, most notably
the Wyeths. The optional trip returns to hotel at 3:30 pm, additional cost is $ 10 per person. We’ll enjoy dinner in Boothbay Harbor on our last
night. Before returning to the Cape, we’ll take a guided tour of the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens, where you’ll find stunning ornamental
gardens, waterfalls, and sculpture set along the rocky coast of Maine and stop for lunch and great discount outlet shopping in Freeport, home to
L.L. Bean’s. Package Includes: Three nights at the Spruce Point Inn Resort & Spa, three buffet breakfasts, harbor & lighthouse cruise to Cabbage
Island, twin lobster Clambake, one dinner, tour of Botanical gardens, shopping in Boothbay Harbor, Portland & Freeport. Optional day-trip includes
Owls Head Transportation Museum, Owls Head Lighthouse photo stop, and free time in Rockland – please add $ 10. $ 619 per person, double
occupancy, $ 813 single occupancy
Red Sox vs Blue Jays at Fenway Park, Sunday, September 7 - Cheer on the 2013 World Series Champion Red Sox at
Fenway Park from our Right Field Roof Box seats (sections 37, 39 & 41) as they take on the Toronto Blue Jays! The game
starts at 1:35 PM, and we will arrive at 11:30 AM to give you time to explore the ballpark and watch batting practice before the
game. Full payment is required to reserve your seats, and ticketing is assigned by payment date. We reserve the right to cancel
your reservation and resell your ticket if payment is not received in a timely manner.
$ 109
Italian Culinary Adventure, Tuesday, September 9 – Providence is a city known for world class culinary experiences
with heavy Italian influences. We will start our day at one of Providence’s most celebrated restaurants, Blue Grotto. A staple
for over 30 years, located in Historic Federal Hill, they offer the ultimate in fine Italian classics. The master chefs at Blue
Grotto will treat us to a delicious full Italian lunch and a cooking class where we will learn the “Basics of Italian
Desserts”. The class will cover several tasty, classic Italian desserts including different types of biscotti, the traditional
Italian Zuppa Inglese, Cannoli fillings and Tiramisu. The class will include demonstrations and some “hands on”
portions, and of course sampling of all the delicious creations! Everyone will receive recipe cards so you can wow your
family & friends at home with your cooking expertise! After lunch enjoy free time to shop in Providence’s Little Italy section,
Federal Hill. End the day at Providence’s Riverwalk where we will have free time to stroll along the river and take a 20 minute gondola ride!
Enjoy the sights and sounds of the city aboard authentic Venetian gondolas, and of course no ride would be complete without a little serenade from
our gondolier!
$ 122
The Feast of San Gennaro Italian Festival in New York City, Saturday, September 13 – The Feast of San Gennaro is an annual street
fair that takes place in Manhattan’s “Little Italy.” The streets of Little Italy are filled with people of all ethnic and racial backgrounds eating fabulous
Italian cuisine, listening to live entertainment, and checking out the 300+ street vendors that set up shop. This enormous festival covers the
entirety of the Italian section of the city, and the aromas of sausages and peppers frying, tomato sauce and fresh pastries fill the air. Chinatown is
adjacent to the fair, with some of the best bargain shopping in New York City. Bring along a small cooler, as you may want to bring home a “taste of
Italy!”
$ 85
Baltimore’s Star Spangled Spectacular & Annapolis, Saturday, September 13 – Tuesday, September 16
– The Star-Spangled Spectacular will celebrate the 200th birthday of our national anthem. Tall ships, naval
vessels and the Blue Angels will arrive in Baltimore’s famed Inner Harbor to celebrate The Star Spangled Banner.
Festivities include reenactments, live musical performances, and delicious Chesapeake food. We’ll check into
our hotel and then head to the inner harbor, where you will have the evening on your own to enjoy a star-studded
Patriotic Concert and extraordinary fireworks display over Fort McHenry National Monument and the Inner
Harbor. “Fireworks by Grucci” will put on the display, and this 5th generation family-owned company holds the
Guinness World Record for the largest fireworks display ever recorded. The performance will tell the American story of patriotism, unity and
inspiration utilizing their patented PixelBurst and SkyEtching technologies. This performance will be the highlight of the Spectacular! Learn
about the fascinating history of Baltimore on our city tour with our local guide. We’ll visit Fells Point a national historic district to learn about the
immigrants, sailors and sea captains that settled the area. We’ll see Little Italy, the beautiful Baltimore City Hall, the Flag House, and Fort
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McHenry, where the battle that inspired the Star Spangled Banner took place in 1812. We’ll take a three hour narrated cruise from the Inner
Harbor to get an up-close look at the Tall Ships and Grey Hulls that will be at dock, and enjoy an unobstructed view of the Blue Angels Air
Show from the water. We’ll enjoy a box lunch from Panera Bread on the boat, and have the afternoon and evening free to enjoy all of the festivities
at the Inner Harbor. Around 20 ships, including US Navy, British & Canadian “grey hulls” and tall ships from around the globe are expected
for the festivities, with ship tours available daily. I have reserved an exclusive ship tour for our group on our second morning; however we won’t be
notified until one week before the event of our ship assignment. After our tour, we will depart Baltimore and travel to Annapolis, where we will have
time for lunch and shopping downtown before we enjoy a 40-minute cruise of Annapolis Harbor and the US Naval Academy. Then we’ll meet
our colonial attired guide, who will bring history to life as we stroll through the historic places of downtown Annapolis and be inspired on our tour of
the U.S. Naval Academy, home to over 4,000 midshipmen (photo ID required). We’ll see the US Naval
Academy Chapel and Crypt of John Paul Jones, Bancroft Hall (building interiors if available), and hear stories
of years past and current education, service and leadership requirements of today’s future officers. We’ll enjoy a
delicious farewell dinner with a Maryland Crab Cake option on our last night. Package Includes: Three nights’
accommodations at the Hyatt Place BWI, Linthicum Heights, MD; 3 full hot breakfasts; box lunch; one dinner;
guided tours of Baltimore, Annapolis & the US Naval Academy tours; three hour Blue Angels & Tall Ships Cruise;
Annapolis Harbor Cruise; Flag House or Fort McHenry admission (if available),ship tour.
A valid photo ID is
required to visit US Naval Academy. $ 629 per person, double occupancy; $ 815 single occupancy.
Yakov Smirnoff at Foxwoods, Wednesday, September 17 – Enjoy a day full of laughter and luck as we travel to
Foxwoods Casino to see Yakov Smirnoff! In his NEW national tour, audience members will enjoy Yakov's insightful and
laughter-filled philosophy on life, love, family and country. New York Times called his one man show, "warm-hearted,
delightful and splendidly funny." You will have time before and after the 2:00 PM show to try your luck in the casino and
enjoy lunch with a casino bonus that includes a FREE Festival Buffet (or $10 food coupon) and $10 slot bonus (casino
bonuses subject to change at casino’s discretion). $ 85
Scottish Highland Games, Saturday, September 20 – The NH Highland Games is one of the most diverse
celebrations of Scottish Arts and Culture in the US, a unique blend of competitions, festival music, food, and activities that
draws people from all over New England. The event is the largest Scottish cultural festival in the Northeast dedicated to
the promoting of the music, dance, athletics and customs of the Scottish people and Gaelic culture. See the Gathering of the
Clans, where over 60 clans and societies march over the hill playing bagpipes and drums onto the parade grounds.
Enjoy fiddle, bagpipe and harp music, highland dance competition, concerts, and the Highland Games themselves.
The international field of Strongmen will compete in traditional events that test raw strength and power as well as athletic
ability, such as the Farmer’s Walk, the stone toss, caber toss, Sheep Dog Trials, Scottish Heavy Athletics and more. You’ll
find ethnic and traditional food, Celtic crafts, a vendor village, and multiple stages filled with traditional and contemporary
musicians and performers, and whiskey tasting seminars (extra fee for tastings).
$ 85
Newport Playhouse “Harris Cashes Out,” Wednesday, September 24 – You’ll enjoy the delicious all-you-can-eat buffet lunch at the
Newport Playhouse, and then we’ll walk into their intimate theatre for the comedy show, “Harris Cashes Out”. Forty
years ago, a composer named Harris wrote an off-Broadway musical. Sadly, it closed after just one performance! Fast
forward, and we find the elderly Harris down on his luck, but he still dreams of making it on Broadway. The laughs unfold
when he is thrown together with the flaky young woman who lives down the hall—and his life takes a hilarious turn when
her scheming boyfriend comes up with a devious plan to cash in on Harris’ past! But the fun isn’t over after the show –
we’ll head back to the dining room for a hilarious cabaret show! An afternoon of laughter and fun!
$ 96
9/11 Memorial & Museum, Saturday, September 27 - Visit the newly-opened 9/11 Memorial in New York City, a
tribute of remembrance and honor to the nearly 3,000 people killed in the terror attacks of September 11, 2001, as well as
the six people killed in the World Trade Center bombing in February 1993. The Memorial’s twin reflecting pools are each
nearly an acre in size and feature the largest manmade waterfalls in the North America. The pools sit within the
footprints where the Twin Towers once stood. For over a decade the 9/11 Museum has been collecting diverse
materials includes artifacts, photographs, audio and video tapes, personal effects and memorabilia, expressions of tribute
and remembrance, recorded testimonies and so much more in relation to the history of the World Trade Center, the events of September 11, 2001
and February 26, 1993, and the repercussions of these seismic attacks. The museum opens in May 2014 so you can be among the first to visit the
museum. You will have time to explore St Paul’s Chapel and the Wall Street financial district. Maps & suggestions will be provided.
$ 120
OCTOBER 2014
Vermont Foliage, Food & Fun! Sunday, October 5 - We’ll stop at “Vermont’s Little Grand Canyon” Quechee
Gorge for a breathtaking view of the gorge in fall. Enjoy free time in the charming downtown of Woodstock for lunch &
shopping before heading to the Marsh-Billings-Rockefeller Mansion. This beautiful, historic Queen Anne style
mansion sits high on a hilltop with sweeping views of the unspoiled Vermont countryside and was built in 1802.
Located in Vermont’s National Historic Park, the knowledgeable park rangers will treat us to a guided tour of this
lovely home and its grounds. End the day with a visit to Woodstock’s famous Farmer’s Market. You’ll want to
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bring along your cooler for this stop! This indoor, year round farmer’s market is the area’s preeminent farm to table grocer with everything
from fresh, local produce, specialty groceries, fresh, local meats & seafood, local dairy products, a bakery and deli with award winning sandwiches
and of course fresh Vermont cheeses!
$ 79
Autumn in the White Mountains, Tuesday, October 7 – Each fall, the White Mountain Region of New Hampshire enjoys some of the most
spectacular fall foliage in the world, and for good reason. The White Mountain National Forest is over 750,000 acres of unspoiled forest full of
soaring mountains, wide valleys, rushing rivers and abundant wildlife. We will begin our journey at the Omni Mount Washington Resort. This
luxurious, historic resort is one of the few remaining “Grand Hotels” of New Hampshire; it has been declared a National Historic Landmark. Enjoy a
guided tour of this lovely resort and then join us in the Mount Washington Hotels Circular Dining Room for a
delicious full lunch. We will stop at Sherman Farms to take in the sights & smells of the farm in autumn. Browse
their farm fresh apples, fruits & vegetables, baked goods & homemade ice cream as well as many local New
England produced items. We’ll take a leisurely drive on the Kancamagus Scenic Byway, which passes through
the heart of the White Mountains and follows the Kancamagus River - the byway is often referred to as having the
best fall foliage in country. Don’t forget your camera; we will be making photo stops along the way!
$ 120
Lion King at Boston Opera House, Thursday, October 9 – Experience the phenomenon! Visually stunning, technically astounding and with a
musical score like none other you’ve ever heard. The entire savannah comes to life and as the music soars, Pride Rock slowly
emerges from the mist. See the Tony® Award-winning Broadway sensation that Newsweek calls “a landmark event in
entertainment.” The New York Times says, “There is simply nothing else like it.” Marvel at the breathtaking spectacle of animals
brought to life by a cast of more than 40 actors. Wonder at the inspiration of award-winning director Julie Taymor, who created
visual images for this show that you’ll remember forever. Thrill to the pulsating rhythms of the African Pridelands and an
unforgettable score including Elton John and Tim Rice’s Oscar®-winning song “Can You Feel the Love Tonight” and “Circle of
Life.” We have center orchestra seating at Boston’s Opera House for the 1:00 PM matinee with free time before the show for
lunch & shopping at the Prudential Center
$ 160
Castle in the Clouds, Friday, October 10 - Take in the fall colors surrounding Lake Winnipesauke on our 1 ½ hour narrated cruise aboard the
M/S Mount Washington. Enjoy the scenery from the 230-foot ship with four heated interior decks. We will enjoy
a luncheon buffet during our cruise, and then travel to the North side of the Lake to tour Castle in the Clouds, a
5,200 acre estate located high above Lake Winnipesauke, with breathtaking views of the lake and surrounding
mountains. The castle was built by the eccentric Mr. Plant, who spared no cost in developing the eight-square-mile
estate he named "Lucknow." End the day with a visit to Beans and Greens Farm where we’ll shop for fresh apples
& pumpkins, along with other seasonal fruits & vegetables, baked goods and freshly prepared foods. $ 115
Hobo Train, Saturday, October 11 - This trip is a perennial favorite – relax aboard a two-hour scenic train ride along the
shores of pristine Lake Winnipesauke to view the beautiful fall colors reflecting on the lake and enjoy a delicious full turkey
lunch with all the trimmings (optional entrees include roast beef and haddock) at Hart’s Turkey Farm in Meredith, NH. We’ll
stop for light shopping at Mills Falls Marketplace and the antique shops in Meredith before our train ride. End the day on a
sweet note as we stop and browse at Kellerhaus Gifts & Collectibles, which has created the finest hand-made chocolates,
candies and home-made ice cream for generations. $ 99
Green Mountain Foliage Train, Sunday, October 12 –We will be treated to a Vermont feast at the Putney Inn, a combination plate loaded
with cider glazed turkey and locally cured maple glazed ham served with farm fresh sides & fixings. Climb
aboard the Green Mountain Flyer Foliage Train and travel through the southern Vermont countryside in beautifully
restored coaches on our 45 minute train ride. Sit back, relax and enjoy nature’s splendor as we roll along the Williams
River with views of mountains, farms, covered bridges and wildlife. Stop at a true Vermont classic, the Vermont
Country Store, you’ll enjoy browsing through the shelves here to find products that will connect you with long forgotten
memories, hard to find items, useful items, gourmet foods and, of course, Vermont Cheddar. $ 115
Poconos Fall Foliage Sampler, Tuesday, October 14 – Friday, October 17 – Travel to northeast Pennsylvania’s
beautiful Pocono to the four-diamond Mount Airy Casino Resort, located on Mount Pocono. The Resort has over
1,800 slot machines, 72 table games, a world-class spa & salon, fitness center, and four restaurants, all
surrounded by the serenity of the Pocono Mountains. We’ll receive a casino bonus of $ 30 per day, $ 45 in meal
vouchers and one free buffet. We’ll stop to explore the Delaware Water Gap, where the Delaware River cuts through
a large ridge of the Appalachian Mountains to visit the "Niagara of Pennsylvania," Bushkill Falls. This unique series
of eight waterfalls, is accessible through an excellent network of trails and bridges which afford fabulous views of the
falls. On our Delaware Water Gap Trolley Tour, we’ll enjoy the colors of fall while our guide points out the Appalachian Trail, Indian Head, celebrity
homes, and more. We’ll take a guided tour of Jim Thorpe, known as the "Switzerland of America" and stop at Penn’s Peak for a 50-mile
panoramic view of the Appalachian Mountains. We’ll have free time to shop on Broadway, Millionaire’s Row and Stone Row, and enjoy a
delicious lunch at the Victorian Albright Mansion. We’ll tour the 3-story, 18-room Victorian-Italianate style Asa Packer Mansion, and then
travel to Scranton, for a Scranton city tour, and scenic trolley ride that parallels Roaring Brook, proceeds past the Historic Iron Furnaces and
continues through the Crown Avenue Tunnel. We’ll visit the Electric City Trolley Museum, and the Steamtown National Historic Site to explore
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the people, history, technology and lore of steam railroading. Learn about the vital role of the Pennsylvania coal workers at the PA Anthracite
Heritage Museum, and get an up-close look at the life of a coal miner on our Lackawanna County Coal Mine Tour. Before departing for the
Cape, we’ll stop at Callies Candy Kitchen & Pretzel Factory and the American Candle Factory, where you will
find much more than candy & candles! Package Includes: three nights at the Mount Airy Casino Resort, Casino
bonus of $ 30 per day, $ 45 in meal vouchers, one casino buffet; lunch at the Albright Mansion, one dinner;
Delaware Water Gap Tour, admission to Bushkill Falls, Jim Thorpe & Scranton guided tours, Asa Packer Mansion
tour, trolley ride, Electric City Trolley Museum, Steamtown National Historic Site, PA Anthracite Heritage Museum,
Lackawanna County Coal Mine Tour, Callies Candy Kitchen & American Candle Factory.
$ 589 per person, double occupancy, $ 796 single occupancy
Covered Bridges of New Hampshire, Wednesday, October 15 - Take in the views & visit the barn animals before we enjoy a delicious lunch
at the Inn at East Hill Farm. A tranquil farm & inn located in southwest New Hampshire at the base of Mount
Monadnock; the Inn serves up wholesome and delicious home cooked meals in an authentic New England farmhouse
atmosphere. Then meet our local guide to experience the scenic beauty of Southern New Hampshire on our twohour narrated tour of the Covered Bridges and Back Roads of the Monadnock Region. Don’t forget your camera
for this classic New England experience! On our way home stop at Bolton Orchards & Country Store. In addition to
a bountiful farmers market and a large variety of fresh apples they also have a deli serving up tasty sandwiches, a
mouthwatering bakery, ice cream shoppe and more! $ 92
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella at Providence Performing Arts Center, Saturday, October 18 – National Tour Opening!
Rodgers & Hammerstein’s Cinderella is the Tony Award- winning Broadway musical from the creators of The Sound of Music and South Pacific
that’s delighting audiences with its contemporary take on the classic tale. This lush production features an incredible orchestra, jaw-dropping
transformations and all the moments you love—the pumpkin, the glass slipper, the masked ball and more—plus some surprising new twists! Be
transported back to your childhood as you rediscover beloved songs, including “In My Own Little Corner,”
“Impossible/It’s Possible” and “Ten Minutes Ago,” in this hilarious and romantic Broadway experience for anyone
who’s ever had a wish, a dream... or a really great pair of shoes. We have orchestra seating for the 2:00 PM matinee at
Providence’s Performing Arts Center with free time before the show for lunch & shopping at the Providence Place Mall.
$ 125
“My Sinatra” Starring Cary Hoffman at Foxwoods, Wednesday, October 22 – Cary Hoffman stars in his concert version of the critically
acclaimed Off Broadway hit musical, My Sinatra. Cary performs live with his amazing and talented big band, a
mesmerizing concert of the incredible songs and stories about Sinatra that you may never have heard before, all
sung and told by Hoffman. My Sinatra is a hilarious and heartwarming concert with all the style and incomparable charm of
Sinatra. This Sinatra idolizer has an unparalleled ability to channel the voice of Ol’Blue Eyes in a performance that the
New York Times says “will blow you away!” Try your luck at Foxwoods Casino before and after the 2:00 PM show to and
enjoy a casino bonus - $10 slot bonus and free lunch buffet (or $10 food coupon). Casino bonus subject to change at casino’s discretion. $ 75
Quebec City & the Chateau Frontenac, Tuesday, October 28 – Friday, October 31 - The Chateau Frontenac Hotel will be our luxurious 4-star
hotel for this trip to Quebec City. Crowned the number one hotel in Eastern Canada and one of the ten best hotels in the
world, this 19th century chateau is perched high upon Cap Diamante overlooking the Saint Lawrence River. Enjoy a lively and
informative tour of the Quebec area to see Old Quebec City, Place d'Armes, the Basilica, City Hall, Parliament, the Plains of
Abraham, the Citadel, Quartier Petit Champlain, and Place Royal. Drive along the oldest road in North America, where we will
see the 17th century stone farmhouses and churches that dot the landscape. Visit Ste-Anne de Beaupre Basilica, and see
the spectacular 274 feet high Montmorency Falls, where you’ll have a chance to walk above the falls on the cat-walk. Enjoy
an entire day at leisure to explore the Old City on your own – there’s lots to see & do within walking distance of our hotel!
The meals on this trip are top-notch – including a gourmet dinner at a quaint French Restaurant and three extensive full
buffet breakfasts at our 4-star hotel. Package Includes: three nights at The Chateau Frontenac, 3 breakfasts, 1 dinner,
baggage handling, Saint Anne de Beaupre Basilica, Montmorency Falls, full day guided tour, gratuities for all meals, driver,
escort & tour guide. A valid passport is required. $ 699 per person, double occupancy, $ 1079 single occupancy
A Country Christmas with Nashville & Memphis, Wednesday, November 12 – Thursday, November 20 - Celebrate a Country Christmas in
Nashville & Memphis, with hotels in downtown Nashville and walking distance to Beale Street in
Memphis, both spots famous for showcasing upcoming artists. We’ll also spend three nights at the
magnificent Gaylord Opryland Resort, which will be lavishly decorated for the holidays. We’ll stay in
Virginia our first night, and then travel to Nashville on our second day. Our hotel is just one block from
Broadway, a street filled with cafes and honkytonks that feature local artists performing nightly.
We’ll visit the newly-expanded Country Music Hall of Fame and have lunch at the famous Wild
Horse Saloon in Nashville before departing for our Memphis hotel, located two blocks from famous
Beale Street. Our local guide will take us on a tour of Memphis; stopping at many local sights and attractions, including the Gibson Guitar
Factory for a tour to see skilled Luther’s craft some of the finest guitars in the world. We'll visit the Rock & Soul Museum, and take a tour of Sun
Studio, the most famous recording studio in the world, and the birthplace of Rock & Roll. Enjoy an authentic Memphis BBQ dinner and an
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evening on famous Beale Street with free time to enjoy the sights and sounds of this famous street. Walk in the King's footsteps on our audioguided Platinum tour of Graceland, featuring commentary and stories from Elvis and his daughter, Lisa Marie. We'll see his classic car
collection with over 30 vehicles including his famous pink Cadillac, and step aboard his private jet. New this year are exhibits exploring his love
of Hawaii and Las Vegas. We’ll enjoy an included lunch at Graceland’s Chrome Grill before we travel back to Nashville, where we will stay for
three nights at the magnificent Gaylord Opryland Resort - words can’t describe how beautiful this property is - it has three huge atriums that will
be beautifully decorated with millions of lights, thousands of poinsettias, holiday decorations and nightly
dancing water shows set to holiday music. One of the hotels lush atriums has a river running through it, and we
will take a boat ride on the river to view all the Christmas lights and displays. We'll cruise the Cumberland River
aboard the General Jackson Showboat, an authentic paddle wheel boat. While on board, we'll enjoy a full,
Southern-style dinner and Cabaret Christmas Show. Take a guided tour of Nashville, and enjoy a backstage
tour and show at the Grand Old Opry’s historic Ryman Auditorium, the mother church of country music (Tier 1
seating). Before the show, we’ll have dinner at the Old Spaghetti Factory. You’ll have a free day to explore the
resort, see ICE - an incredible ice sculpture event on the property, the Treasures for the Holidays Craft Show, and the Hall of Trees exhibit (all
included with your package). Package Includes: 8 nights’ accommodations: two nights at the Country Inn & Suites in VA, one night at the Hampton
Inn in downtown Nashville, two nights at the Holiday Inn Select in Memphis, TN, and three nights at Nashville's Gaylord Opryland Resort; four full
breakfasts, four expanded continental breakfasts, three dinners, dinner cruise with entertainment on the General Jackson Riverboat; two lunches;
Gibson Guitar Factory Tour, Memphis Rock & Soul Museum, Graceland Platinum Tour, Sun Studio tour, Country Music Hall of Fame, ICE at
Opryland Resort, Grand Ole Opry Show with Tier 1 tickets, tour of the Ryman Auditorium, guided tours of Nashville and Memphis.
Standard Rooms at Gaylord Opryland $ 1,599 per person, double occupancy, $ 2,132 single occupancy
For Atrium View Rooms with balcony at Gaylord Opryland $ 1,703 double occupancy; $ 2,338 Atrium Room single occupancy
UPCOMING THEATER PREVIEW
“Cirque Holidaze” at Providence Performing Arts Center, Saturday, December 6
$ 109
“Joseph & the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat” at Providence Performing Arts Center, Saturday, November 8
“Camelot” at Providence Performing Arts Center, Saturday, December 13
$ 115
“Motown the Musical” at Boston Opera House, Thursday, January 29, 2015
$ 122
“Dirty Dancing” at Providence Performing Arts Center, Saturday, April 25, 2015
$ 122
“Kinky Boots” at Providence Performing Arts Center, Saturday, June 13, 2015
$ 122
“Newsies” at Boston Opera House, Friday, July 3, 2015
$ 125
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