The Upper Class - September, 2014 Travel Catalog by The Upper Class, LLC

September, 2014

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Dear Friends and Fellow Travelers: Are you ready for fall but at the same time not quite ready to let go of summer? Make the best of both worlds with the perfect trips that stretch out summer while welcoming fall! Savor every minute of the warm weather on a day cruise, at a festival, an urban garden and more! And when you’re ready, ease into autumn as you stroll across the Brooklyn Bridge, celebrate Oktoberfest, go leaf watching or head to Vermont to experience fall in New England! As the weather turns crisp and we break out our sweaters, there seems to be an excitement in the air. Maybe it is a little holiday magic starting to appear! This holiday, join us for your favorite seasonal classics and unwrap brand new trips designed just for you! This catalog represents the best of the next few months – Indian Summer, the Colors of Autumn and the Spirit of the Holidays. We do all the planning, so you don’t have to. Just choose your favorites and enjoy! We’re excited for the season and can’t wait to make new memories together! Let’s Go! The Upper Class

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Table of Contents - Upcoming Tours NEW EXPERIENCES

Brooklyn Bridge and Beyond. . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 The Shawangunk Wine Trail . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Tribute to Kenny Rogers & Dolly Parton. . . 7 Branson & The Mid-West 10 Days. . . . . . 8-9 A Pilgrim’s Thanksgiving . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Downton Abbey, Winterthur. . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Pioneer Coal Mine and Train Tour. . . . . . . 11 Fall in New England 4 Days . . . . . . . . . 12-13 PA’s Largest Farmer’s Market . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 The Victory Belles USO Show. . . . . . . . . . . 14 The NEW 9/11 Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Girls-Only Spa Getaway 2 Days. . . . . . 16-17 La Boheme at the MET. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Rodeo in New York. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 19

ON BROADWAY

Motown..................20 On the Town..........22 Gentleman’s Guide to It’s Only a Play.......23 Love and Murder...21 Beautiful ................24 Kinky Boots...........21 Calendar of Upcoming Trips. . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Refer-A-Friend Savings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25 Medical Cancellation Insurance . . . . . . . . . 25 Important Reservation Information. . . 26-27 Reserve Your Trip Online. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Gift Certificates . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28

BEST SELLERS

Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise . . . . . . . . 29 Rail Journeys of New England 4 Days . 30-31 Oktoberfest at Villa Roma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32 Celebrate Autumn at Mohonk. . . . . . . . . . . 32 The Spirit of Old Blue Eyes. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 Strolling the High Line. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 33 The Belle of the South 8 Days. . . . . . . . 34-35 Peddler’s Village Apple Festival. . . . . . . . . . 36 Essex Steam Train and River Cruise. . . . . . 36

RING IN THE HOLIDAYS

The Nutcracker in Newport 2 Days. . . . . . 37 Duke Ellington: Xmas at the Apollo. . . . . . 38 A Tony Orlando Christmas . . . . . . . . . . . . . 38 Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn at Goodspeed. . 39 Norman Rockwell Holiday Festival. . . . . . . 39 Victorian Christmas in Cape May. . . . . . . . 40 Ring in the New Year. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Holiday Mystery Trip . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Villa Roma Winter Wonderland . . . . . . . . . 41 It’s a Wonderful Life 3 Days. . . . . . . . . .42-43 Brooklyn Holiday Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Vienna Boys Choir. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Happy Hanukkah!. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 45 The National Christmas Center. . . . . . . . . . 45 Parade of Lights 2 Days. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Radio City Christmas Spectacular. . . . . . . . 47 A Longwood Christmas. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 47

Calendar of Upcoming Trips October 2014

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14Mtn House pg. 32 Mohonk Oct. 12 12 Museum Oct. 13 13 14 15 9/11 Fall in Vermont Oct. 15 New pg. 15 New pg. 12 4 Days! Downton Abbey pg. 10 New 19 19 20 Itinerary21 22 Oct. Oct. 22 New Hudson River Oct. 21 New Foliage Cruise Brooklyn Bridge Tribute New England pg. 30

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Tribute to Kenny Rogers & Dolly Parton 23 24 pg. 7 New

Gentleman’s Guide pg. 21 12 13 Beautiful pg. 24

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Louis, Indy and more! pg. 8

Essex Steam Train pg. 36

Nov. 1 Village Peddler’s Nov. 7

Apple Festival pg. 36

9/11 Museum pg. 15 New

18 Branson, St. 10 Days! 25

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PA’s Largest Farmer’s Market pg. 14 New

High Line pg. 33 10

New pg. 14 Victory Belles USO Tribute

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It’s a Wonderful Life: A20 Jimmy Stewart21 Christmas pg. 42 New

Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn at 27 28 Goodspeed pg. 39 New

Snow-Proof your Vacation!

The Upper Class New! Winter Weather Insurance New! Winter Weather Insurance* We don’t want any of our guests to feel uncomfortable when traveling to our departure locations due to inclement winter weather. For your peace of mind, we are happy to offer you an option to protect your vacation with our Winter Weather Insurance Program, which enables you to receive See a full credit toward a future tour. Look for the Winter Weather icon (at right) on trips between December and March. We strongly advise you to protect your travel plans. Please see our Reservation Information page for more details.

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Calendar of Upcoming Trips December 2014

1 Jewish Heritage

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Norman Rockwell Holiday Festival8 7 pg. 39 New

2 Villa Roma Winter

Radio City Christmas 2 Spectacular pg. 347

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Choir pg. 44

Newport pg. 37

Broadway: It’s Only A Play pg. 23

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Radio City 4 5 Christmas New Spectacular Dec. Broadway: It’s Only pg. 47 12 A Play pg.11 23

Center pg. 45 8 Victorian Xmas Dec. 17 New

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Wonderland pg. 41

Holiday Mystery 16 14 pg. 41 15 Tour in Cape May pg. 40

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Tony Orlando at The Sands pg. 38 Brooklyn’s Lights 6 pg. 44

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Dec. New New Year’s Eve 31 Neil Diamond Tribute pg. 40

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Motown pg. 20 On the 21 Town pg. 2222 Beautiful pg. 24

New Jan. La16 Boheme at the17 Metropolitan Opera House pg. 18

2015 Warm Weather Getaway! Escape the cold and enjoy the warm Southern weather! Mar.

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The Belle of the South Savannah and Charleston pg. 34-35 8 Days!

Brooklyn Bridge & Beyond

Walking tour of the Bridge and Lunch in DUMBO

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Enjoy the spectacular views and the crisp autumn air as you take a guided stroll across one of the world’s most famous landmarks, The Brooklyn Bridge. A unique life experience many only dream about, you’ll walk the span that connects the island of Manhattan to the chic borough of Brooklyn. We’ll take the walk at a leisurely pace to ensure perfect views of the incredible New York City skyline, the ships traveling beneath the bridge, and so much more. The walk is less than ½ of a mile and takes about about 90 minutes with stops along the way for photo opps, time to marvel and narration from our expert guide - Peter Laskowich. Upon reaching the other side, you’ll enjoy picture-perfect views of the Big Apple from historic Fulton Landing. You’ll then be transported to a delicious three-course lunch at Bevacco, located in the heart of DUMBO and known as one of the coolest neighborhoods in the city – home of the hipster! See how the past reflects today during a unique guided motorcoach journey of Brooklyn, as told through the history of the Brooklyn Dodgers. Learn about the people, the culture and the borough that stood alone to accept and support the country’s first African American baseball player.

Upper Class!” “I enjoyed myself immensely. Truly- Edwina P., Greenwich Date: Tuesday, October 21, 2014

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Price: $109 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

Depart: Mamaroneck 8:00 am, White Plains 8:30 am, Yonkers 9:00 am Return: Yonkers 5:15 pm, White Plains 5:30 pm, Mamaroneck 6:00 pm

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The Shawangunk Wine Trail

New Three Tastings from Family Owned Wineries Did you know that the Hudson Valley has a heritage of French wine making that dates back over 300 years? Today you’ll explore the Shawangunk Wine Trail, where each of these local wineries still follow the tradition of the fine winemaking brought to America by the early French Huguenot settlers in the 1700’s. The first stop will be the Benmarl Winery, the oldest vineyard in the United States. Enjoy a private tour of the vineyard to learn about the wine making process, including a visit to the cellar to discover how grapes are crushed and fermented into wine. After the tour, our guide will lead us in a tasting of six red and white wines. Enjoy lunch at Raccoon Saloon, a local favorite before heading to Glorie Farm Winery where you’ll meet Mary Ellen Glorie, owner of the vineyard and surrounding orchards before finishing the day at Warwick Valley Winery and Distillery with a tasting of six wines and a visit to their distillery, where gin and other spirits are made.

Date: Wednesday, October 8, 2014

Your Price Includes:

Price: $109 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

Depart: Yonkers 8:30 am, Mamaroneck 9:15 am, White Plains 9:45 am Return: White Plains 7:00 pm, Mamaroneck 7:30 pm, Yonkers 8:00 pm

Wine Tours and Tastings Lunch at Raccoon Saloon Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

Tribute to Kenny Rogers & Dolly Parton Show and Gambling at Mt. Airy Casino

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Friends for years and rumored to be more, Dolly Parton and Kenny Rogers are two American treasures. On their own, they each have numerous hits and awards. Together, they captured our hearts. This tribute celebrates their on-stage chemistry of their “Real Love” tour with all their most famous songs. 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. Your Price Includes:

Date: Thursday, October 16, 2014 Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only $10

Tribute Show $25 Casino Bonus and Buffet Lunch Upper Class Tour Director Depart: Mamaroneck 8:30 am, White Plains 9:00 am, Yonkers 9:30 am All taxes and gratuities Return: Yonkers 8:00 pm, White Plains 8:15 pm, Mamaroneck 8:45 pm

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BRANSON!

The Entertainment Capital of the Mid-West!

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9 SHOWS! 2 CRUISES! 16 MEALS! AND MORE!

Our Most Requested Trip - You asked for it! Mid-West or Bust to Branson - famous for its over the top musical reviews, variety shows, theater, concerts and more! Enjoy incredible sights, shows and once-in-a-lifetime experiences as you travel to Branson, St. Louis, Indianapolis, Pittsburgh and more. Your 10 days and 9 nights will feature 9 shows, 2 Cruises, 16 meals and 5 premium hotels, with plenty of time to relax in between.

9 Shows in Branson, where all the World’s A Stage!

The Brett Family

Shoji Tabuchi: The hottest ticket in Branson Made in America Show and Dinner Cruise JONAH: at the Sight & Sound Theater Mel Tillis: Grand Ole Opry star Presley’s Country Jamboree The Brett Family The Gatlin Brothers Yakov Smirnoff and Oak Ridge Boys (optional shows - call for details and prices)

JONAH at the Sight & Sound Theater

Made in America Variety Show

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Shoji Tabuchi - “unequaled for showmanship” raves US News & World Report

HIGHLIGHTS: 10 Days / 9 Nights 16 Meals

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Cleveland Indianapolis

Paddlewheel Cruise on the Mississippi Incredible Shows in Branson Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater Drive the Indy 500!

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St. Louis Louisville

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You’ll love the Branson Belle Showboat Dinner cruise and the MADE IN AMERICA Show

And Much More!

St. Louis Arch: Ride to the top Indy 500: Ride around the famous race track Ol’ Man River: Paddlewheel Cruise the Mississippi River Backstage Tour: Go backstage at the Sight & Sound Theater Wine Tasting: Stone Hill Winery – toast, taste and tour Fallingwater: Frank Lloyd Wright’s most famous creation Stone Castle Inn: Stay at one of Branson’s premiere hotels

Tour the famed St. Louis Arch

Eat to Your Heart’s Content in the Heartland! The Missouri Club: Dinner at an exclusive private club Branson Belle: Sunset dinner cruise Charlie’s: Rustic charm in heart of Branson Mel’s Hard Luck Diner: The food is better than it sounds! Primanti Brothers: Steel City’s most famous eatery

Stand on the finish line of the Indy 500!

For your day by day itinerary, visit our website or call our office. This trip is chock full of everything you’ve been asking for – don’t miss it! Frank Lloyd Wright’s Fallingwater

Date: October 18-27, 2014

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Price: $1,599 Double, $1,999 Single, $1,499 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10% Depart: Goldens Bridge 6:00 am, Mamaroneck 6:45 am, Yonkers 7:30 am Return: Yonkers 8:00 pm, Mamaroneck 8:45 pm, Goldens Bridge 9:15 pm

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A Pilgrim’s Thanksgiving A 1600’s Celebration at Plimoth Colony

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In the early 1600’s, the first Thanksgiving took place in Plymoth, MA. Step back in time for your very own, Thanksgiving experience at Plimoth Plantation! Step aboard the Mayflower II, a reproduction of the original vessel carrying Pilgrims to the new world. See the cramped passenger quarters and captain’s cabin. Hear tales of maritime travel as you explore the ship. Back on land, the year is 1627 at Plimoth Village. The Colony comes to life during your guided tour: • Join a lively conversation with colonists • Participate in the hands-on activities of the village • Listen to the stories of what the colonists endured A special highlight of your Pilgrim’s Thanksgiving will be your holiday meal, A Taste of Two Cultures! Featuring Sobaheg (native stew), Pompion, roast Fowl with Sauce, Fricassee of Fish, seasonal Sallet, 17th-century Cheesecake and Mint Tea. You’ll dine like the true Pilgrims did in the new world! What an experience! Your Price Includes:

Date: Monday, November 10, 2014 Price: $125 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

Depart: Yonkers 6:45 am, White Plains 7:15 am, Mamaroneck 7:45 am Return: Mamaroneck 9:00 pm, White Plains 9:30 pm, Yonkers 9:45 pm

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As Seen on TV!!

Fact & Fiction: The Costumes of Downton Abbey A Don’t Miss for Downton Abbey Fans and those who love the early 1900’s era! Today, travel through time and television for a special exhibit “The Costumes of Downton Abbey,” held at Winterthur, the magnificent estate of the DuPont family. Experience the contrasting worlds of the fictional Downton Abbey and the real world of the du Pont family during the early 1900’s. Straight from your TV screen, get an up close look at more than 40 historically inspired costumes from the acclaimed television show together with photos and vignettes. Then, compare fact to fiction on a guided tour of the 175-room former home of Mr. du Pont seeing how life really was during this era. Complete your day with lunch at the Winterthur Garden Cafe and Restaurant during your relaxing stay at this incredible home.

Date: Wednesday, October 15, 2014 Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only $10

Winterthur Tour and Exhibit Admissions Lunch at Winterthur Cafe Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

Depart: Mamaroneck 8:00 am, Yonkers 9:00 am Return: Yonkers 8:15 pm, Mamaroneck 9:00 pm

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Pioneer Coal Mine and Locomotive Train Tour

Put on your miner’s helmet and journey into the Pioneer Tunnel coal mines beneath Mahanoy Mountain in Ashland, PA. Relive the pioneer days to understand the way of life, challenges and early days of coal miners of the 1800’s. You’ll ride in an open mine car manned by your miner-guide, who narrates the trip with stories of the mine operation, points out the coal seams and describes the labyrinth of underground passageways. Experience how the early coal miners and coal industry had such a key impact on this Country’s Industrial Revolution. Then, go back above ground and into the light to see the colors of fall at their peak on a classic, steam locomotive train ride. See the top side of the mountain, the Bootleg Mine and the perpetual Centralia mine fire, a fire that just won’t go out. The day starts with a three-course lunch at Cracker Barrel – order your favorite from their extensive menu!

thing!” “I tell my friends you are missing out on a good- Linda A., Harrison Date: Friday, October 17, 2014

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Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only $10

Depart: Mamaroneck 7:00 am, White Plains 7:30 am, Yonkers 8:00 am Return: Yonkers 7:30 pm, White Plains 7:45 pm, Mamaroneck 8:15 pm

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Fall in New England

Leaf Watching Is Just The Beginning!

New Discover the farms, backroads and wonderful people that make Vermont such a special place

Soak up New England’s color, culture and charm during the height of fall. Taste the cider and maple sugar, while exploring the famous resort towns of Stowe and Burlington. From covered bridges to cruises on Lake Champlain and so much more! Cooking Demonstration with a local chef

Day 1: A Day at the Farm! (L, D) Farm to Table comes to life at Billings Farm, one of the finest operating dairy farms in America. Billings Our tour director takes you back to Vermont’s rural past. Step into the farmer’s life of the 1800’s was very attentive when you see the original family living to my needs. quarters, the old fashioned creamery and more. This is an interactive expeThank you! - Maria S., Yonkers rience – a perfect fall day in Vermont!

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Day 2: Lake Champlain and Burlington, VT (B, L) Step aboard the Northern Lights, fashioned after the lake steamboats of the 1800’s. • See the colors of fall from the water for prime leaf watching • Hear the thrilling saga of a similar ship and her crew. • Keep your eyes peeled for Champy, perhaps a distant relative of the Lochness Monster! • Buffet lunch served in the ship’s dining room.

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Cruise Lake Champlain today aboard the Northern Lights

Experience a first-hand sampling of actual farm work today!

After your day on the farm, kick back and relax with a festive welcome reception and dinner at the Commodore Inn. Toast with friends and meet new ones. A lakeside retreat located near famous Stowe, VT, The Commodore was awarded the 2013 Trip AdviDiscover Vermont’s roots at sor Excellence Award and will be your home for three nights. A complimenthe Shelburne Museum tary shuttle to Stowe is included.

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After lunch, discover Burlington, VT with your local guide. • Step between New York’s Adirondacks and the Green Mountains of Vermont • It’s rich and colorful history is matched only by the autumn leaves! • Tour the famous Hill Section, Church Street Marketplace, the Navy Memorial and more! • Explore downtown and the waterfront, with time for dinner on your own

HIGHLIGHTS: 4 Days / 3 Nights 8 Meals Backroads Vermont Tour Lake Champlain Cruise Farm-to-Table Meals Exciting Cooking Demo from a Local Chef

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Stowe Burlington Brandon

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Boston Hartford

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Photo opportunities are around every corner!

Day 3: Hit the backroads! (B, D) Today is chock full of the best Vermont has to offer. Get a first-hand look at local secrets and favorite attractions with your local guide, including: • Cold Hollow Cider Mill • The Most Photographed Covered Bridge in the World • Maple Sugar at Marsh Farm • Old Bennington – Battle Monument, Old First Church and visit the historic cemetery where Robert Frost and many other dignitaries are laid to rest • Norman Rockwell Gallery • Local and specialty items at the artisans gallery and woodworking factory • Dinner at the historic Barrows House, a farm to table restaurant featuring local ingredients

Day 4: NOT a Museum and Cooking with a Chef! (B, L) A museum that’s not a museum! This morning, you’ll explore the Shelburne, a drastic change from a traTaste freshly made cider ditional museum. The Shelburne’s donuts this morning! exhibits are featured in different historic buildings, including several barns, a meeting house, a one-room schoolhouse, a lighthouse, a jail, a general store, a covered bridge, and even the 220-foot steamboat Ticonderoga. After working up an appetite at the Shelburne, we’ll travel to quaint Brandon, VT for a live cooking demonstration hosted by a local, Vermont chef at the Provence Café. You’ll be entertained “in the kitchen” with cooking tips and recipes, then taste the results during a three course lunch. Take your recipes, tips, souvenirs and favorite finds home today as you share stories with your fellow travelers Marvel at the beautiful New England Architecture and plan your next trip together!

Date: October 13-16, 2014

Price: $699 Double, $899 Single, $659 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10% Depart: Yonkers 7:15 am, Mamaroneck 8:00 am Return: Mamaroneck 6:30 pm, Yonkers 7:00 pm

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Your Price Includes: Three Nights Accommodations with Luggage Handling 3 Breakfasts, 3 Lunches and 2 Dinners Incredible Sightseeing Expert Local Guides Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

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PA’s Largest Farmer’s Market

“The Green Dragon” with lunch at an Amish Farm Experience the magic of the Green Dragon! A Farmer’s Market, Flea Market, Artisanal Showcase, Five and Dime and more all rolled into one, The Green Dragon has been a local tradition since 1932. Explore the Green Dragon’s carnival atmosphere featuring more than 400 local growers, bakers, merchants, artisans, delis, craftsmen and so much more. From “soup to nuts,” there is a local saying: “If you can’t buy it at the Green Dragon, it chust ain’t fer sale!” Your “off-the-beaten-path” day begins with lunch at a working Amish Farm that uses no electricity. Experience the true meaning of “farm-to-table” with a smorgasbord of Amish fare prepared by our hosts and served in their home.

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Date: Friday, October 10, 2014 Price: $89 per person Optional Insurance only $10

Depart: Mamaroneck 7:15 am, White Plains 7:45 am, Yonkers 8:15 am, Return: Yonkers 8:00 pm, White Plains 8:15 pm, Mamaroneck 8:45 pm

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The Victory Belles USO Show with $25 Bonus at Mt. Airy Casino

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Be delighted by the spirit and nostalgia of The Victory Belles, the charming vocal trio that serve as Ambassadors of The National WWII Museum. Featuring dazzling costumes and audience interaction, the Belles take you on a nostalgic journey of World War II-era classics and salute our nation’s veterans with musical hits including Boogie Woogie Bugle Boy, Don’t Sit Under the Apple Tree, I’ll Be Seeing You, the Service Medley and more! 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.

Date: Wednesday, November 5, 2014 Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only $10

Depart: Mamaroneck 8:30 am, White Plains 9:00 am, Yonkers 9:30 am Return: Yonkers 8:00 pm, White Plains 8:15 pm, Mamaroneck 8:45 pm

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Your Price Includes: USO / Victory Belles Show $25 Casino Bonus and Buffet Lunch Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

The NEW 9/11 Museum

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Explore the Museum and the Memorial

Be one of the first to experience the new 9/11 Memorial Museum, just opened in May 2014. Honor the fallen and the heroes, embrace the hope and rebirth. The new Museum is dedicated to remembering the events of 9/11, their impact and their continuing significance. Explore both the Museum and the Memorial on your own, reliving the heart wrenching stories of loss while being uplifted by those promising recovery, hope and peace. Witness artifacts, photographs, audio and video tapes, personal effects and memorabilia, along with expressions of tribute and remembrance. Enjoy a three course lunch at Le Rivage, a wonderful family-owned French restaurant.

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Dates: Tuesday, September 16, 2014, SOLD OUT! Sunday, October 12, 2014, SOLD OUT! Friday, November 7, 2014 Price: $109 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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October 12, 2014 September 16, 2014

Depart: Mamaroneck 9:00 am, White Plains 9:30 am Depart: Yonkers 10:00 am Return: White Plains 6:15 pm, Mamaroneck 6:45 pm Return: Yonkers 6:30 pm

November 7, 2014

Depart: Mamaroneck 9:00 am, White Plains 9:30 am, Yonkers 10:00 am Return: Yonkers 6:15 pm, White Plains 6:30 pm, Mamaroneck 7:00 pm

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Girl’s Getaway in the Berkshires!

Brunch, Massage, Shopping, Tea and Wine Tasting

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Relax in the lap of luxury - the Cranwell Resort - named one of the Best Resorts in the US

Leave the men at home and escape for a night in the Berkshires. Bring your girlfriends and meet new ones! Let someone else do the cooking and cleaning for a change while you enjoy a girl’s weekend of shopping, wine and time to relax with friends!

stores, you can enjoy even more savings with a free coupon book. Have a special dinner with your friends, on your own, at the Cranwell, or grab the girls for an optional threecourse dinner at the historic Red Lion Inn in nearby Stockbridge:

Toast your friends at a local winery

Day 1: The Cranwell Resort Brunch, Massage and Shopping at the Outlets (Br) Your escape begins at the CranGreat Trip! well Resort, your haven for the night. A famous Berkshire “Cottage,” The The hotel was Cranwell was a hotspot during the really special - Janet M., Yonkers Gilded Age and is an elite member of the Historic Hotels of America.. You’ll relax in the lap of luxury as the Cranwell has numerous “Best of” awards, such as “Best US Resort,” and “Best of New England.” Gather for girl time during a private brunch in the Rose Terrace with panoramic mountain views. After brunch, experience the ultimate relaxation with your complimentary 60-minute massage at the Resort’s spa, named “Best Spa in the Berkshires,” and one of the “Best Spas in the World.” Pampering – here you come! Continue with more spa appointHave the time of your life - ments (on your own) or take our own hourly shuttle to visit the Lee Premium and no boys allowed! Outlet Mall. Featuring more than 60

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Enhance your trip with an optional, succulent 3-course dinner at the historic Red Lion Inn, a charter member of Historic Hotels of America and Original Historic Inns of New England. Treat your taste buds with their local menu, focusing on farm to table ingredients. Optional Dinner Only $59 per person!

HIGHLIGHTS: 2 Days / 1 Night 3 Meals Overnight at Historic Cranwell Resort Private Afternoon Tea at Ventford Hall

60-Minute Massage at the Cranwell Spa! Winery Tour and Tasting

Pamper yourself at the Cranwell’s Spa, named “Best Spa in the Berkshires”

Day 2: The Gilded Age, a Grown Up Tea Party and Wine Tasting (B, T) After breakfast at the Cranwell, we will visit Ventfort Hall, a mansion built in 1893 for Sarah Morgan, the sister of J. P. Morgan. Listed on the National Register of Historic Places, you’ll have a private guided tour Ventfort Hall, the home of The Museum of the Gilded Age. A highlight of your visit - have a grown up tea party in the Ventfort’s magnificent dining room featuring finger sandwiches, cookies, lemonade, Enjoy afternoon tea inside a Gilded Age Mansion - Ventford Hall tea and coffee. After tea, we’ll switch to a different beverage at the Furnace Brook Winery and Orchard. Tour the vineyard with an experienced vintner to learn about the wineries specialties and vintages. Toast your friends while sampling 6 different wine varieties and munching on cheese and fruit in their special tasting room. The shopping continues as you can bring home some of the farm fresh produce and baked goods. The perfect end to your girl’s getaway weekend! Your Price Includes:

Date: November 2-3, 2014

Overnight Accommodations at the Cranwell Price: $459 Double, $549 Single, 1 Breakfast, 1 Brunch and 1 Tea $439 Triple (prices per person) 60-Minute Massage at Cranwell Spa Optional Insurance only 10% Ventford Hall Tour and Tea + Local Winery Upper Class Tour Director Depart: Yonkers 8:15 am, White Plains 8:45 am, Goldens Bridge 9:15 am All taxes and gratuities Return: Goldens Bridge 7:45 pm, White Plains 8:15 pm, Yonkers 8:30 pm

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La Boheme

The Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center

La Boheme is one of the world’s most beloved operas and one of Puccini’s greatest works. Set on the incomparable stage at the famous Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center, this is a true New York experience. The soaring music and heart wrenching story transcends time, captivating both new comers and experienced opera-goers. The stunning sets, the sweeping music and the immortal tale of tragic young love, set among the rooftops of bohemian Paris, will make this an experience you’ll never forget! The Parisian experience begins with a three course lunch at Le Rivage, a favorite for their classic French fare.

Date: Saturday, January 24, 2015 Price: $199 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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in New York! w BullRodeo NeProfessional Riders “Buck Off” Championship

Cowboys Wanted! The best bull riders in the world come to Madison Square Garden to compete for the rodeo championship, called a “Buck Off”. Watch them take on the fiercest bucking bulls in the Toughest 8 Seconds in Sports. Who will get bucked off? Who will you root for? Great, up close seats are the perfect vantage point to witness all the adrenaline-fueled action! This trip takes you “Out West” for a truly unique day, without leaving New York City. Who would have thought... a Rodeo in New York City?! Will wonders never cease! Before the rodeo, enjoy a threecourse meal at Tir na nOg, famous for traditional food and local favorites.

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You did everything to make our trip a wonderful and unforgettable experience.!” - Ann C., Yonkers Date: Sunday, January 18, 2015 Price: $149 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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On Broadway Motown: The Musical The Critics Rave:

“More than a Broadway Show... A celebration of music that transformed America.”

- CBS Sunday Morning

rrender to “You’ll joyfully su .” itz the non-stop bl of hits

“A Joy Ride!”

- The Hollywood Reporte

- The New York

Times

“Sets the Theater on Fire! One of the strongest casts I have ever seen on Broadway!” - Time Out NY

“Thrilling and Electrifying” - New York Post

Motown the Musical is the real story of the one-of-a-kind sound that hit the airwaves in 1959 and changed our culture forever. This exhilarating show charts Motown founder Berry Gordy’s incredible journey from featherweight boxer to the heavyweight music mogul who launched the careers of Diana Ross, Michael Jackson, Stevie Wonder, Smokey Robinson, Marvin Gaye and so many more. Featuring all the classics you love, Motown the Musical tells the story behind the hits as Diana, Smokey, Berry and the whole Motown family fight against the odds to create the soundtrack that changed America.

Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2015 Price: $199 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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On Broadway TONY WINNER! 2014 Best Musical! A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder

“The Funniest Musical of the Year,” says Time Magazine The most nominated show on Broadway this season, A Gentleman’s Guide to Love and Murder, just won the 2014 Tony Award for Best Musical of the Year! Witness how the lead actor, Jefferson Mays, portrays an incredible eight different roles throughout the show.

Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2014

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TONY WINNER! 2013 Best Musical!

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Amazing ! - The New

York Post

Kinky Boots 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! Winner of six 2013 Tony Awards, including Best Musical, Kinky Boots features the first-ever Broadway score by Grammy winner Cyndi Lauper (who became the first female solo songwriter to win a Tony) and a hilarious yet moving book by four-time Tony winner Harvey Fierstein.

Date: Wednesday, November 19, 2014

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On Broadway

On The Town

Leonard Bernstein’s musical returns to New York! One of America’s greatest musical comedies is returning to Broadway at the beautifully restored Lyric Theatre in the heart of Times Square! With the biggest orchestra on Broadway and a 30-member cast of New York’s most talented singers and dancers, On the Town tells the story of three wide-eyed sailors on a whirlwind musical tour of the city that never sleeps. With just 24 hours of shore leave, they’re eager to experience all that New York City has to offer… including a chance to discover love with the girl of their dreams.

Date: Wednesday, January 21, 2015 Price: $199 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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On Broadway The Hottest Ticket on Broadway!

Limited Run

It’s Only A Play Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick are back on Broadway!

Matthew Broderick and Nathan Lane

The Upper Class has made special arrangements to secure orchestra seating to see the famous acting team of Nathan Lane and Matthew Broderick in It’s Only A Play. After their record-setting performances in The Producers, the stars are together again in this latest production, suddenly the hottest ticket on Broadway! Lane and Broderick are just the beginning. The marquee names continue with an All-Star cast featuring Megan Mullally, Stockard Channing, F. Murray Abraham and Rupert Grint - all audience favorites and award winners in their own right! This is a limited run with these acclaimed actors together for only a few short weeks. It’s Only a Play, is set on the opening night of Peter Austin’s (Broderick) new play as he anxiously awaits to see if his show is a hit. With his career on the line, he shares his big First Night with his best friend, a television star (Lane), his fledgling producer (Mullally), his erratic leading lady (Channing), his wunderkind director (Grint), and an infamous drama critic (F. Murray Abraham). It’s alternately raucous, ridiculous and tender - promising a performance not-to-be-missed! We are excited to bring you this rare theater experience at a price of $229, an exceptional value for a show with such star power, limited availability, lunch and orchestra seating.

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On Broadway 2014 Tony Winner!

“A Joyous Celebration!”

Best Actress

- Entertainment Weekly

Beautiful “A Must See!”

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A new musical telling the story of Carole King’s life through her music

Beautiful is a splashy new Broadway musical that tells the story of Carole King from her early days as a Brooklyn teenager (named Carol Klein), struggling to enter the record business, Beautiful tells the inspiring true story of King’s remarkable rise to stardom from being part of a hit songwriting team with her husband Gerry Goffin, to her relationship with fellow writers and best friends Cynthia Weil and Barry Mann, to becoming one of the most successful solo acts in popular music history. Along the way, she made more than Beautiful music, she wrote the soundtrack to a generation. Relive such famous hits as “Pieces of Your Heart,” “It’s Too Late” and “I Feel The Earth Move.”

“It’s Some Kind of Wonderful.” - NY1

- NBC

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Date: Wednesday, November 12, 2014 SOLD OUT! Wednesday, November 19, 2014, or Wednesday, January 21, 2015 Winter Weather Price: Nov. 2014: $209 per person Insurance Available Jan. 2015: $239 per person

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Medical Cancellation Insurance The Upper Class understands that medical circumstances may arise out of your control which could result in you being forced to cancel your trip. In the event of medical emergency or an illness, Medical Cancellation Insurance enables you to receive a full refund.

New! Winter Weather Insurance* We don’t want any of our guests to feel uncomfortable when traveling to our departure locations due to inclement winter weather. For your peace of mind, we are happy to offer You’re covered with our Medical Cancellation Insurance and New! Winter Weather Insurance you an option to protect your vacation with our Winter Weather Insurance Program, Look for This Icon! which enables you to receive a full credit toward a future Winter Weather tour. Look for the Winter Weather icon (at right) on trips Insurance Available between December and March. See page 27 for details We strongly advise you to protect your travel plans with these great options. * Please see our Reservation Information page for more details.

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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.

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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.

There is no smoking on any motor coach.

All phone reservations are considered tentative and subject to cancellation until payment is received.

GENERAL DISCLAIMERS Neither The Upper Class, LLC, its affiliated entities and its and their employees, shareholders, officers, directors, successors, agents, and assigns (collectively “The Upper Class”), own or operate any person or entity which is to or does provide goods or services for these trips. Because neither maintains any control over the personnel, equipment, or operations of these suppliers, The Upper Class, LLC assumes no responsibility for and cannot be held liable for any personal injury, death, property damage or loss, accident, delay, inconvenience, or irregularity which may be occasioned by reason of (1) any wrongful, negligent, willful or unauthorized acts or omissions on the part of any of the suppliers or other employees or agents, (2) any defect in or failure of any vehicle, equipment, or instrument owned, operated or otherwise used by any of these suppliers, or (3) any wrongful, or negligent act or omission on the part of any other party not under the direct supervision and control of The Upper Class, LLC.

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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.

NEW! WINTER WEATHER INSURANCE PROGRAM The Upper Class understands winter weather may throw a wrench in even the best-laid travel plans. We don’t want any of our guests to feel uncomfortable when traveling to our departure locations due to inclement winter weather. For your peace of mind, we are happy to offer you an option to protect your vacation with our Winter Weather Insurance Program. The Winter Weather Insurance Program allows our guests to cancel a tour for a full credit toward future travel if snowfall of more than 2” inches occurs within 12 hours prior to your tour’s departure. Snowfall is measured by the National Weather Service officially published snowfall for White Plains, NY. The Winter Weather Insurance Program is available on tours during the months of December through March and is designated by the Winter Weather Insurance Program icon on each individual trip. Winter Weather Insurance for an additional $15 on trips under $100, or 15% of the trip price on trips of $100 or more and must be purchased within seven days of making your reservation, but not less than 30 days or more prior to travel.

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Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise Award Winning Brunch at The Thayer Hotel

Cruise into the colors of fall on a narrated Hudson River cruise on board “The Pride of the Hudson.” Witness nature’s artistry with the majestic Hudson Highlands painted red, orange, yellow and more from the open air spacious sundeck or enjoy the comfort of the climate controlled main salon featuring huge wrap-around windows. Your captain will narrate all the sights along the way, including: Washington’s Headquarters, Mount Beacon, Bannerman Island, Breakneck Mountain, Cold Spring, World’s End, Constitution Island and West Point. Before boarding, enjoy the legendary Sunday Champagne Brunch at The Historic Thayer Hotel named “Best Brunch in the Hudson Valley” eight years in a row! Relax in their historic dining room with incredible river views, pile your plate high with giant shrimp, smoked salmon, salads and much more. Then go back for seconds and even thirds at the live-action cooking stations featuring everything from prime rib to homemade waffles to traditional Bananas Foster. Whatever you choose, enjoy unlimited Champagne, Mimosas and Bloody Mary’s. Cruise, Eat and Drink…makes for a great Sunday in the fall!

“Wow! Perfect Plus! Gracious, Smooth, Well-Organized and Excellent!” - Joan P., Eastchester Date: Sunday, October 19, 2014

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Depart: Yonkers 7:45 am, Mamaroneck 8:30 am, White Plains 9:00 am Return: White Plains 4:30 pm, Mamaroneck 5:00 pm, Yonkers 5:45 pm

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Great Rail Journeys of New England Lake Winnipesaukee, White Mountains and “The Notch”

Amazing vistas await on board the famed “Notch” Train - Plus you’re in FIRST CLASS!

Stand on top of the highest peak in the Northeast Mt. Washington

Keep up the “wonderful service you provide. ”

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Day 1: Paddle Boat Cruise on Lake Winnipesaukee (L, D) Upon arriving in Wolfeboro, New Hampshire, you’ll board the Winnipesaukee Belle, a 65-foot turn-of-thecentury paddle boat, for a narrated cruise and lunch on the famous Lake Winnipesaukee. After the cruise we proceed to the elegant Eagle Mountain House, situated on a scenic hilltop since 1800’s, which will be your home for the next three nights. A member of the Historic Hotels of America, the Eagle Mountain House is one of the original grand resorts remaining in the White Mountains featuring four-poster beds, period furnishings and New England charm. Your stay includes access to the exercise room, tennis courts, hot tub, saunas, game room and outdoor pool with magnificent views. Bring your clubs and enjoy the 9-hole golf course (greens fees additional).

Travel First Class & Dine on board the Notch train

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Day 2: The Notch Train and Frankenstein (B, L) The Conway Railroad through the Crawford Notch New Hampshire State Park is one of the most scenic – and famous – rail journeys in the world. Travel in the First Class Cabin featuring upgraded seating, beverage service, complimentary cheese and crackers and a 3-course luncheon aboard the beautiful new dining car, the Hattie Evans. Board your train from an 1874 Victorian Station and relive the legendary history of these rails, when the first train traveled through the Notch more than 130 years ago. chug Steam through some of the finest natural scenery in the East as you travel through the spectacular bluffs, steep ravines, cascading brooks and panoramic mountain vistas of the Notch. Speed across the famed Frankenstein Trestle and Willey Brook Bridge, both remarkable engineering achieve-

Stay in the lap of luxury at Historic Eagle Mtn Resort

Maine New Portland Hampshire

HIGHLIGHTS: 4 Days / 3 Nights 8 Meals

Crawford Jackson

New York

Mt. Washington

First-Class Seating on “The Notch” Train Mt. Washington’s Famed Cog Railroad Eagle Mountain Resort Lake Winnepesaukee Cruise

Wolfeboro

Lake Winnipesaukee Boston

Hartford

Cruise the crisp waters of Lake Winnipesaukee on a 65-foot paddle boat - the Winnipesaukee Belle

ments, especially in this rugged terrain. Live commentary onboard includes history and folklore of the railroad and surrounding area. Day 3: Up The Mountains and Across the Sky - Mt. Washington and The Cog Railroad (B, D) Your second rail journey takes you above the clouds on board the world’s first mountain-climbing Cog train, ascending the Northeast’s highest peak, Mt. Washington! From this special vantage point, experience amazing vistas during a scenic ride to the 6,288-foot summit of the famous Mount Washington, where you’ll take in the spectacular panoramic view, spanning the mountains and valleys of NH, Maine and Vermont, Canada & the Atlantic Ocean. While at the summit, visit the Weather Museum and see the Weather Observatory to learn about Mount Washington’s legendary weather patterns which rank with the

most diverse in the world. Returning to the Eagle Mountain House, relax on the 280 foot wraparound porch and soak in the beauty of the White Mountains this afternoon. Tonight, dinner is included at the Lobster Trap – a North Conway local favorite for the past 52 years! Day 4: Castle in the Clouds (B, L) The finale of your trip takes place above the clouds at Castle in the Clouds, an iconic, turn-of-the-century mansion perched high on a mountaintop with breathtaking views of Lake Winnipesaukee. Learn about stories of the art, architecture and lifestyle of this mansion museum on a guided tour before enjoying lunch at this incredible mountaintop retreat. We then begin our journey home giving you time to bid farewell to your friends as you arrive home with wonderful memories of the greatest railways in New England. Tour the iconic Castle in the Clouds

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Price: $899 Double, $1,199 Single, $799 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10% Depart: Yonkers 6:15 am, Mamaroneck 7:00 am, Return: Mamaroneck 7:30 pm, Yonkers 8:00 pm

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Oktoberfest at Villa Roma Resort featuring Grammy-Nominated Band! Celebrate the season with the festive Oktoberfest at Villa Roma Resort, set in the beautiful Catskill Mountains (right). Get ready for some polka, grab a beer stein, savor some sauerbraten and ring in fall with this traditional German celebration. This year’s features a rousing show starring a Grammy-Nominated Alex Meixner Band that will have you dancing in your seat. During the performance, enjoy a glass of complimentary beer! Your day at Villa Roma includes: • Refreshments on arrival • Grammy-Nominated Band Performance • 3-course sit-down lunch • Complimentary Beer during the show 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.

Date: Tuesday, October 7, 2014

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Depart: Yonkers 7:45 am, Mamaroneck 8:30 am, White Plains 9:00 am Return: White Plains 6:15 pm, Mamaroneck 6:45 pm, Yonkers 7:15 pm

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Celebrate Autumn at Mohonk One of “America’s Best” raves Travel + Leisure magazine

“2nd Best Resort in the U.S.” says Conde Naste Traveler

ADD TO YOUR FUN

Join your friends for an optional horse drawn carriage tour of the Mohonk property for only $25 when making your reservation!

At the peak of the fall season, treat yourself to the magic of the Mohonk Mountain House – a Victorian Castle built in 1869 on spectacular cliffs above the deepblue waters of Lake Mohonk. Witness how the lake reflects the colors of autumn at this celebrated resort that is a 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 modern American cuisine emphasizing wholesome foods prepared with 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: Tuesday, October 14, 2014

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Price: $129 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

Depart: Yonkers 7:45 am, Mamaroneck 8:30 am, White Plains 9:00 am Return: White Plains 6:00 pm, Mamaroneck 6:30 pm, Yonkers 7:00 pm

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The Spirit of Old Blue Eyes! Frank Sinatra Tribute at Foxwoods

Celebrate the Spirit of Old Blue Eyes at this critically acclaimed tribute concert, fresh from its two year Off-Broadway run. Be transported by larger than life stories of Sinatra and all your favorite songs including That’s Life, Fly Me to the Moon, Luck Be a Lady and more! This hilarious and heartwarming concert is a tribute to the music, charm and style of the one and only Frank Sinatra! Your day includes $10 casino bonus and buffet lunch at the legendary Foxwoods, featuring six different casinos. Try your luck at the slots. Let it ride at the tables. And if Poker or Bingo is your thing, there are more live games here than anywhere in the country!

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Date: Wednesday, October 22, 2014 Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

Depart: Yonkers 8:30 am, White Plains 9:00 am, Mamaroneck 9:30 am Return: Mamaroneck 7:30 pm, White Plains 8:00 pm, Yonkers 8:15 pm

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Strolling the High Line

Discover Manhattan’s new ribbon park

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Stroll the 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 Manhattan addition, the High Line is a “must do!” After dining on a three-course lunch of Tuscaninspired 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: Thursday, October 9, 2014

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Price: $129 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

Depart: Mamaroneck 8:15 am, White Plains 8:45 am, Yonker 9:15 am Return: Yonkers 6:30 pm, White Plains 6:45 pm, Mamaroneck 7:15 pm

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The Belle of the South

featuring Savannah and Charleston

Discover why Charleston has been named #1 US City for three years in a row!

Join the Upper Class as we journey south, to usher in springtime and say goodbye to winter. Enjoy the southern hospitality, old-world charm and relaxed pace of Savannah, Charleston and more. Dine at the incomperable Day 1: Richmond, VA (Meals: D) Jekyll Island Cub

Today we journey through five states to Richmond, VA where we will start the trip with a guided tour of This was our historic city, including St. John’s third multi-day the Church where Patrick Henry gave trip. We have his famous speech “Give me liberty or give me death.” Dinner and welloved them all come reeption will be held at the hisand intend to toric Tobacco Company Restaurant, take more! a restored tobacco factory.. Relax with - William & Rose M., your comfortable accommodations at Hawthorne the Richmond Holiday Inn Express.

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Day 2: Savannah, GA (Meals: B, D) Onto Savannah! Your home while in Savannah will be the Country Inn and Suites, featuring spacious rooms and a heated, indoor pool. Dinner tonight will be at The Pirate’s House, founded in 1753, as an inn for pirates and sailors. Feast in the same salty ambience, but with much better food! Day 3: Savannah, GA (Meals: B, D) Discover the secrets of the river city of Savannah, one of America’s most mysterious cities. On a guided tour, stroll under moss-draped oaks Discover the scenic and meander down cobblestone beauty of “The Golden streets, past antebellum homes, massive churches and town squares. Isles of Georgie”

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Highlights include the Tybee Island, Fort Pulaski and Georgia’s oldest and tallest active lighthouse. Tonight, step into Mrs. Wilkes Dining Room, one of the most famous restaurants in Savannah, for a homemade southern dinner. Day 4: The Golden Isles of Georgia (Meals, B, D) The “Golden Isles of Georgia” were named by adventurers in search of gold, hundreds of years ago. Discover your own treasure aboard a narrated tram tour through Jekyll Island’s Historic District, visit the country’s third oldest Episcopal Church, explore St. Simon Village and much more. Your finale is a three course sunset dinner at the Jekyll Island Club, named “One of the World’s Best Resorts” by Travel & Leisure Magazine. Day 5 - 6: Charleston (Meals: 2 B, 1 L, 1 D) Visit America’s only working Tea Plantation and meet a world-renowned tea taster, one of only a few in the world. Experience a personal, behind-the-scenes look at the Charleston Tea Plantation, including a tea tasting and lunch on the plantation. A oneof-a-kind experience! The Holiday Inn Riverfront is your home for the next two nights. Authentic southern dinner at Hyman’s Seafood. Southern Living Magazine rated Hyman’s #1 in the Southeast, 9 years in a row!

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Discover America’s Only Tea Garden on a Private Tour with renowned tea taster William Hall Tour Magnolia Plantation, the US Oldest Public Garden Dine at “One of the World’s Best Resorts” in Jekyll Island

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Private tram tour and Tea Tasting at America’s only Tea Garden with renowned tea taster William Hall

Discover the 220 year old City Market with basket weavers, local artists, souvenir shopsand more. Time for for shopping and lunch on your own at one of the dozens of southern, BBQ and seafood restaurants. Tour the famous Magnolia Plantation, founded in 1676, featuring the oldest public gardens in America. You’ll tour both the house and magnificent estate on a tram tour.

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Charleston Dinner Cruise Experience Charleston from the deck of the Spirit of Carolina, a yacht offering a unique dining experience with two enclosed dining salons, observation decks, oriental carpets, and more. Enjoy an unforgettable harbor tour as you savor a gourmet meal with music and dancing!. Only $89 per person!

Day 7: Ashland, VA (Meals: B, D) We bid farewell to Charleston this morning and journey north to Ashland. Day 8: Alexandria, VA (Meals: B) On our way home, we’ll stop in the the historic town of Alexandria. Follow in the footsteps of our Founding Fathers on a guided tour along brick-lined streets and elegant Federal homes. Then, head for home, withrest stops and a dinner stop (dinner on own) during our travels. Bid farewell to your new friends and arrive home with wonderful memories of the south.

Date: March 21-28, 2015

Price: $1,299 Double, $1,799 Single, $1,199 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10% Depart: Return:

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Relax in Charleston’s magnificent historic district - City Market

Your Price Includes: 7 Nights Accommodations 7 Breakfasts and 6 Dinners Exclusive Tea Tour Expert Local Guides Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

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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! Witness the turning leaves as you stroll the winding brick pathways of the Peddler’s Village in Lahaska, PA, featuring over 70 unique, oneof-a-kind shops. 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 threecourse lunch at the famous Cock n Bull restaurant. As guests of The Upper Class, you’ll receive a complimentary coupon book full of savings as a special bonus. Even with ample time to enjoy the festival and explore the quaint village, 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 fall and wintertime settings. What a fun way to find unique gifts for your Holiday shopping list! Your Price Includes:

Date: Saturday, November 1, 2014 Price: $89 per person Optional Insurance only $10

Depart: Goldens Bridge 7:45 am, White Plains 8:15 am, Yonkers 8:45 am Return: Yonkers 7:15 pm, White Plains 7:30 pm, Goldens Bridge 8:00 pm

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All Aboard for Autumn! Essex Steam Train & Riverboat Cruise

Start your day with a visit to the historic hamlet of Essex, nestled on the banks of the Connecticut River, for a delicious three-course lunch at the Griswold Inn. Opening its doors in 1776, the ‘Gris’ has been catering to yachtsmen and overland travelers ever since. Next it’s “All Aboard” the Essex Steam Train & Riverboat for a 12-mile, narrated round-trip at the peak of leaf watching season. Ride a steam locomotive through the CT River Valley in a vintage coach car. Designated “One of the Last Great Places on Earth” by the Nature Conservancy, behold the autumn leaves and colors of fall, as the picturesque New England countryside rolls by. At Deep River Landing, you’ll board the Becky Thatcher riverboat for a cruise along the Connecticut River. Witness the fall foliage on full display from Becky’s multiple decks, including the wildlife, rocky shoreline and historic sites including Gillette Castle, Goodspeed Opera House, and the Haddam Swing Bridge.

Date: Saturday, October 18, 2014

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Depart: Yonkers 8:30 am, White Plains 9:00 am, Mamaroneck 9:30 am Return: Mamaroneck 7:00 pm, White Plains 7:15 pm, Yonkers 7:45 pm

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A Once in a Lifetime Event

The Nutcracker inside a Newport Mansion!

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 featuring timeless holiday traditions amid elegantly decorated surroundings. Your lunch today is at Brick Alley, one of Newport’s most popular restaurants for more than 30 years. You’ll check into the Hotel Viking in the heart of downtown NewYou’ve never seen The port and member of the prestigious Historic Hotels of America. In fact, Nutcracker like this before! Hotel Viking has been voted “Best Accommodations” by Newport Life I will definitely Magazine for the past seven years! You can’t help but feel pampered in travel again. old-world style! evening is the event you’ve Loved the trip! beenThis waiting for… Witness Tchai- Mary S., Irvington kovsky’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 Tour The Breakers - New- inside Rosecliff’s grand ballroom.

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Date: December 3-4, 2014

Price: $399 Double, $459 Single, $389 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10%

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Hotel Viking: Voted Best Accommodations in Newport 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: 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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Duke Ellington Xmas at the Apollo The Sold-Out Sensation Returns! Duke Ellington does Christmas at the Apollo! A spirited celebration of his music, this sensational performance is a jazzy twist of favorite seasonal classics, featuring a 16-piece Jazz Orchestra, students of Dance Theatre of Harlem, master tap dancers and a mass gospel choir. Completing the program is Ellington’s rarely performed Sacred Music, considered to be some of his most ambitious and heartfelt work. Enjoy the show from your orchestra seats! The day is made even more delicious by lunch at the world famous Sylvia’s Restaurant, recently recognized for surpassing even its own stellar reputation. Lunch will be family style with heaping platters of the down home, southern food for which Sylvia’s is famous.

Date: Saturday, December 13, 2014 Price: $159 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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Depart: Mamaroneck 10:45 am, White Plains 11:15 am, Yonkers 11:45 am Return: Yonkers 6:15 pm, White Plains 6:30 pm, Mamaroneck 7:00 pm

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A Tony Orlando Christmas A Holiday Concert at Sands Casino!

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Tony Orlando is known for charming audiences and serenading America for more than 40 years! This year, Tony unveils a new holiday tour, featuring seasonal favorites and his most famous songs including “Knock Three Times” and “Tie A Yellow Ribbon Round The Ole Oak Tree,” which recently marked its 30th Anniversary. Sing along at the Sands Casino in Bethlehem, PA! Your day includes a complimentary lunch at the Steelworks Buffet and Grill and a $20 casino bonus. Play at more than 3,000 of the latest slot machines where the first spin you take could be the next big jackpot. Or, try your luck at 200 table games. With so many to choose from, you’re sure to find the game you love. From Poker to Baccarat to Roulette to Blackjack, there are many ways to win!

Date: Saturday, December 6, 2014 Price: $109 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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Depart: Goldens Bridge 8:30 am, White Plains 9:00 am, Yonkers 9:30 am Return: Yonkers 8:15 pm, White Plains 8:30 pm, Goldens Bridge 9:00 pm

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One of the most beloved movies of all time, Holiday Inn goes from screen to stage! Witness Irving Berlin’s classic film brought to life on the famous stage at the iconic Goodspeed Opera House (at right), widely heralded as the “home of the American musical.” This dancedizzy romance features many of the world’s greatest show tunes including “Happy Holiday,” “Easter Parade,” “Be Careful, It’s My Heart” and perhaps the movie’s most famous tune, “White Christmas.” For those who like their dining experience steeped in tradition, you’ll love your pre-theater lunch at the famed Gelston House. Enjoy fine dining, with a wonderful view of the Connecticut River – you’ll be overwhelmed by the spectacular setting.

Date: Thursday, November 20, 2014

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Depart: Yonkers 8:30 am, White Plains 9:00 am, Mamaroneck 9:30 am Return: Mamaroneck 6:30 pm, White Plains 7:00 pm, Yonkers 7:15 pm

Norman Rockwell Holiday Festival

Stockbridge Festival and Norman Rockwell Museum

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Step into a Norman Rockwell painting brought to life! See Main Street USA through Rockwell’s eyes as Stockbridge, MA becomes a magical holiday village. Visit Mr. Rockwell’s original studio on a guided tour of the Normal Rockwell Museum, then celebrate the season at the Main Street Holiday Festival! See the more than 50 antique cars parked along Main Street and participate in holiday festivities! Take photos with a Norman Rockwell look alike, sing along with the Carolers and cheer on Santa when he makes his first appearance of the season. While enjoying the festival, choose from many local restaurants for lunch on your own.

Date: Sunday, December 7, 2014 Price: $79 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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Depart: Yonkers 6:45 am, White Plains 7:15 am, Goldens Bridge 7:45 am Return: Goldens Bridge 4:30 pm, White Plains 5:00 pm, Yonkers 5:15 pm

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Victorian Christmas in Cape May Trolley Ride, Christmas Carols and Victorian Décor Step back in time to experience the fun and charm of a Victorian Christmas in Cape May, NJ. Meet two innkeepers who welcome you into their homes, each famous for their gingerbread-style, period architecture from the 1800’s. Enjoy a guided tour of these historic homes lavishly decked with holiday decorations of centuries past. Lunch is at the charming Washington Inn, built in 1840 as a Plantation home. As the sun begins to set, board an antique trolley car for a narrated holiday twilight tour complete with twinkling lights, Christmas carols and a sing along! Ride through the Historic District to see the festively decorated inns and homes as your expert narrator describes the life and traditions from the Victorian era. Your day will include time on your own for shopping in Cape May’s quaint stores and boutiques – the perfect place for those last important gifts!

Date: Monday, December 8, 2014 Price: $129 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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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

Your Price Includes: Tour Cape May Historic Inns Holiday Trolley Tour of Cape May Lunch at the Washington Inn Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

Ring in the New Year! Tribute to Neil Diamond

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Back by popular demand with a special twist! Last year, the Neil Diamond Tribute was one of our fastest selling trips. With rave reviews, it promises to be an even better experience to ring in the New Year as you dance in the aisles and sing along to your favorite Neil Diamond hits including Forever in Blue Jeans, I Am I Said, You Don’t Bring Me Flowers, America, a few holiday classics and much more! Together, everyone in the audience will count-down to the “New Year.” It might be afternoon, but with party favors, noise makers and a sing along to “Auld Lang Syne” you’ll celebrate the New Year in style! Don’t worry - you’ll be home in plenty of time to celebrate again in the evening with family and friends after the trip. Your day includes a $25 casino bonus and buffet lunch at the beautiful Mt. Airy Casino in the Poconos.

Date: Wednesday, December 31, 2014 Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only $10

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Depart: Mamaroneck 7:45 am, White Plains 8:15 am, Yonkers 8:45 am Return: Yonkers 7:00 pm, White Plains 7:15 pm, Mamaroneck 7:45 pm

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Holiday Mystery Tour

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Indulge Your Spirit of Adventure!

The Holidays are a season of magic. Join us for a little holiday mystery as well! The surprise is part of the fun, so we won’t be giving away any hints. Think of it as a Secret Santa or a Holiday Grab Bag!

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?

The Mystery tour was excellent. “I would not hesitate to go again!” - Leona C., Eastchester Date: Sunday, December 7, 2014 Price: $109 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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Depart: Yonkers 9:15 am, White Plains 9:45 am, Goldens Bridge 10:15 am Return: Goldens Bridge 5:00 pm, White Plains 5:30 pm, Yonkers 5:45 pm

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Villa Roma Winter Wonderland A Winter Wonderland at Villa Roma Christmas in the Catskills! Experience Christmas at the beautiful, Villa Roma Resort, transformed into a winter wonderland for a seasonal celebration. The highlight of the day will be the festive holiday concert featuring your favorite classics of the season! 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 also receive an all-access pass to the Resort’s many amenities, such as indoor sport complex with bocce, shuffleboard, ping pong, table and video games, indoor swimming pool, Jacuzzi and fully equipped fitness center and much more.

Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2014 Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only $10

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Depart: Yonkers 7:45 am, Mamaroneck 8:30 am, White Plains 9:00 am Return: White Plains 6:15 pm, Mamaroneck 6:45 pm, Yonkers 7:15 pm

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Step through the silver screen and celebrate the heartwarming spirit of It’s A Wonderful Life. Starring Jimmy Stewart, It’s A Wonderful Life is widely considered the most loved movie in American culture and was named by The American Film Institute as the most inspirational films of all time. Travel to Indiana, PA for the annual It’s A Wonderful Life Festival. Take part in the parade, decorate a Christmas Tree, visit the Jimmy Stewart Museum, learn about the making of the movie and much more. Indiana, PA is the birthplace of Jimmy Stewart and also the Christmas Tree Capital of the World. Join us to honor the film’s legacy and celebrate the season with friends! Day 1: Christmas Kick Off (D) Journey to the Christmas Tree Capital of the World today! Arriving midafternoon, we’ll check into the aptly named Holiday Inn! Visit the Fleming’s Christmas Tree Farm, a local landmark. Enjoy hot chocolate as you learn how trees are harvested, picked from the field and prepared for delivery. Since the holidays are about giving, we will select a tree to donate to Trees for Troops. You’ll get into the Holiday Spirit as we pick a tree to decorate together back at the hotel. The holiday movie magic truly starts this evening! Beginning with dinner at the Rustic Lodge, enjoy a three-course meal in a cozy private room featuring a stone fireplace. Be transported by a one man show during desert, when a Jimmy Stewart Impersonator gives a private performance just for us! The Tree Trimming Party begins after dinner, as we gather at the hotel with some tinsel and garlands. Be ready for a surprise guest who just might have a pet named Rudolph!

Day 2: It’s A Wonderful Life Festival and Parade (B, D) Ride a Float in the Parade, The Jimmy Stewart Museum and see the movie with new eyes! We’ll pick a tree to donate George Bailey is the hero of the movie, brilliantly portrayed by actor Jimmy to Trees for Troops

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HIGHLIGHTS: 3 Days / 2 Nights 5 Meals

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Ride on a Float in the It’s a Wonderful Life Parade! Tour the Jimmy Stewart Museum Meet Punxsatawney Phil at Gobbler’s Knob Pick a Tree to Donate to Trees for Troops

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Light up the Night Parade - You’ll ride on a float down the parade route!

Stewart. This morning, we visit the museum dedicated to Mr. Stewart’s work in film, radio and television, and also honoring the significant contributions made through his military career and civic leadership. Watch a behind-thescenes making of the movie in the museum’s vintage theater. See artifacts from his life and from the Oscar-nominated movie, then see his Meet Punxsutawney Phil at famed Gobbler’s Knob favorite places on a narrated tour of the town. Explore the town on your own, with time for lunch at many of the restaurants, cafes and shops in the heart of downtown. Witness the last minute preparations for tonight’s festival and parade! Dinner will be at The Coney Restaurant, a three-course Irish meal located just steps away from the festival activities. After dinner, we’ll head out for the evening’s festivities. • • •

Light Up Night Parade – view the parade from the street or enjoy the ride of your Wonderful Life on a float down the parade route! Witness the Ceremonial Tree Lighting Grand Finale - special screening of It’s A Wonderful Life with reserved seating

Day 3: Groundhog Day (B, L) Today we head into the heart of another movie, as we learn the real meaning behind Groundhog Day in Punxsutawney, PA, home of the world famous Punxsutawney Phil, Gobbler’s Knob and known as the “Weather Capital of the World.” Meet and take photos with Punxsy Phil himself, visit Gobbler’s Knob where Phil lives and free time to explore this quaint town including a group lunch together at the Punxsy Country Club. This afternoon we’ll head home with new friends and new memories, remembering Clarence the Angel’s words to George: “No man is a failure who has friends.”

Date: November 20-22, 2014

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2 Nights Accommodations 2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 2 Dinners Ride in the Parade on a Float! Special Movie Screenings Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

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Brooklyn Holiday Lights Decorations Go Big in Brooklyn! Imagine thousands of dazzling white and colored lights, 12-foot snowmen, reindeer, gigantic nutcrackers, 30-foot tall toy soldiers, Holiday carols, and much more. Join your friends and nationally noted tour guide Justin Ferate to witness the Holiday Lights of Brooklyn, an often forgotten highlight of the New York holiday season. In addition to the neighborhood decorations, 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”. Enjoy a three-course dinner at Tommaso’s Restaurant in Dyker Heights, called “my favorite Italian cuisine” by famed wine critic Robert Parker. You’ll be amazed by this genuinely homegrown, over-the-top Brooklyn celebration. What a way to celebrate the Holiday season! This tour involves some walking. Please inquire for details.

Date: Saturday, December 6, 2014 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

Your Price Includes: Guided Tour of Dyker Heights Dinner at Tomasso’s Restaurant Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

Vienna Boys Choir

Holiday Concert at Carnegie Hall The Vienna Boys Choir has performed across the globe for more than six centuries, charming royalty, presidents, celebrities and music lovers with their unique holiday concerts. The show features classical masterpieces, popular songs, holiday favorites and fun antics of the singers, who are children after all! Each song is arranged to showcase the angelic voices of these children who are sure to make you laugh and also bring tears to your eyes. You’ll enjoy Parquet (orchestra) seating at famed Carnegie Hall for today’s performance. Treat yourself to a beautiful pre-theater brunch at Serafina restaurant. You’ll enjoy a selection of appetizers, served family-style before your main course and dessert. Sip on a complimentary bloody mary, mimosa or bellini during this morning’s elegant brunch.

Date: Sunday, December 14, 2014 Price: $169 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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Depart: Mamaroneck 9:45 am, White Plains 10:15 am, Yonkers 10:45 am Return: Yonkers 5:30 pm, White Plains 5:45 pm, Mamaroneck 6:15 pm

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Happy Hanukkah! New! Celebrate Jewish Heritage in New York Just in time for Hanukkah, delve into the fascinating history of Jewish heritage in New York! Trace the rich and diverse history of New York City’s “Golden Land,” once the world’s largest Jewish community with Justin Ferate, recently named “New York’s Most Engaging Guide.” Experience the powerful history of this culturally rich community, including a guided tour of the newly restored Eldridge Street Synagogue, a National Historic Landmark. Travel through the Lower East Side to view the remnants of the “Yiddish Rialto” – one of the greatest theatre districts in American History, where every performance – even Shakespeare – was in Yiddish. The day wouldn’t be complete without a kosher meal at Ben’s Deli, famous for their NY-style sandwiches and potato latkes. A highlight of the day: visit the The Jewish Museum where you’ll view the world’s largest collections of Menorahs. Each lamp speaks to a complex interaction of historical events, Jewish law, artistic expression, and personal experience. This is an exclusive exhibit that truly captures the spirit and history of Hanukkah, The Festival of Lights. “Chag Sameach!”

Date: Monday, December 1, 2014 Price: $119 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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Depart: Mamaroneck 7:30 am, White Plains 8:00 am, Yonkers 8:30 am Return: Yonkers 5:45 pm, White Plains 6:00 pm, Mamaroneck 6:30 pm

Your Price Includes: Guided Tour of Eldridge Synagogue Lunch at Ben’s Deli Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

The National Christmas Center

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Date: Tuesday, December 9, 2014 Price: $129 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

Journey from “Nazareth” to “Bethlehem” to celebrate “Christmas Around The World” at the National Christmas Center in Lancaster, PA. See how hand blown glass ornaments are made. Learn about Santa through the ages, from Old St. Nick to Father Christmas. Step into life size depictions of Santa’s Workshop, Miracle on 34th Street and a Storybook Village, all decorated for the holidays. A special highlight, you’ll enjoy a candlelight holiday luncheon! Dig into an Amish feast at the Plain & Fancy Farm, with Dutch Country specialties only available during the holiday season. While at the farm, you’ll visit the one-room Amish School to take part in the authentic holiday traditions of a simpler time.

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Depart: Mamaroneck 7:00 am, White Plains 7:30 am, Yonkers 8:00 am Return: Yonkers 8:30 pm, White Plains 8:45 pm, Mamaroneck 9:15 pm

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New Parade of Lights Dinner Cruise

with Yuletide at Winterthur HIGHLIGHTS: 2 Days / 1 Night 3 Meals LAST CHANCE! Downton Abbey Exhibit and Winterthur

Parade of Lights Dinner Cruise Macy’s Lights Display Unwrap a holiday weekend away – a special gift just for you! Join us for a Witness the immense holiday overnight to enjoy the season like never before! Macy’s Holiday Lights The highlight of your weekend: display Philadelphia’s Parade of Lights, a lighted boat parade along the Delaware River. Held only once a year, this Very is an annual procession of boats, each Impressive! decked out for the season with festive - Lynne V, Yonkers lights and decorations. Witness the boats as they sail past you on parade from onboard a river yacht featuring multiple decks, climate controlled cabins and huge windows. Feel the spirit of the holiday reflected all around you as you enjoy a three course dinner on board with a live band. This unique event is a new holiday experience not to be missed! While the cruise will be the star on Saturday night, you’ll enjoy a number of other Phillie’s holiday traditions throughout the weekend.

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Experience a Yuletide Tour and Downton Abbey Exhibit at Winterthur

Day 1: Philadelphia, PA (D) Visit Christmas Village, a traditional German Holiday Market. Shop for the perfect holiday gifts and enjoy lunch on your own. The market will be followed by a visit to Philadelphia’s flagship Macy’s store to watch snow-

Date: December 13-14, 2014

Price: $369 Double, $429 Single, $359 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10% Depart: Return:

Day 2: Winterthur Yuletide (B, L) After starting your day with breakfast at the hotel, our destination will be Winterthur, the magnificent estate of the DuPont Family. Step into the past and experience the true meaning of “Deck the Halls” on a guided Yuletide Tour of this 175-room mansion decorated for the holidays. This afternoon will be the last chance to explore “The Costumes of Downton Abbey” exhibit, ending soon. Straight from your TV screen, get an up close look at more than 40 historically inspired costumes from the acclaimed television show together with photos and vignettes. Enjoy lunch at the Winterthur Garden Café.

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flakes, ballerinas and reindeer float beyond the famous four-story-high velvet curtain. The display features more than 100,000 holiday lights and festive music from the world-renowned Wanamaker Grand Organ. Tonight is the Parade of Lights Dinner Cruise followed by a comfortable stay at the conveniently located Crowne Plaza Hotel, featuring fully renovated rooms, complimentary Wi-Fi and indoor pool.

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1 Night Accommodations 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch and 1 Dinner Parade of Lights Dinner Cruise Yuletide at Winterthur and Downton Abbey Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

Radio City Christmas Spectacular

The Radio City Christmas Spectacular is America’s most famous Christmas Show and is the epitome of Christmas in New York City. Enjoy orchestra seating to witness the exciting precision of the Radio City Rockettes as they perform their legendary Parade of the Wooden Soldiers, the 12 Days of Christmas, The Living Nativity and more! A Recent addition to the show has become a favorite highlight, where 3-D technology puts you into Santa’s sleigh as it soars right to the door of Radio City Music Hall. Relax in a cozy, French country atmosphere when you dine at Le Rivage this afternoon. A three-generation, family-owned restaurant, your hosts will expertly prepare traditional French cuisine for your gastronomical pleasure.

Date: Tuesday, December 2, 2014, or Thursday, December 11, 2014 Price: $169 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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Depart: Mamaroneck 9:30 am, White Plains 10:00 am (12/2 only), Yonkers 10:30 am Return: Yonkers 5:00 pm, White Plains 5:15 pm (12/2 only), Mamaroneck 5:45 pm

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Orchestra Seating Three-Course Lunch at Le Rivage Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

A Longwood Christmas

Longwood Gardens Annual Holiday Celebration Be enchanted by the floating tree display, hundreds of sparkling snowflakes, thousands of twinkling lights and the illuminated fountain show in the open air theater at the Longwood Gardens Annual Holiday Celebration! On a guided docent tour, marvel at the famous gardens and conservatories including the spectacular waterfalls, poinsettia displays and an incredible, 25-foot Christmas tree. Just outside Philadelphia, this is an annual holiday classic not to be missed! Prior to your Longwood visit, you’ll enjoy an elegant three-course lunch at the Kennett Square Inn, featuring great food and colonial charm dating back to 1835.

Date: Friday, December 12, 2014 Price: $109 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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Depart: Mamaroneck 7:30 am, White Plains 8:00 am, Yonkers 8:30 am Return: Yonkers 8:45 pm, White Plains 9:00 pm, Mamaroneck 9:30 pm

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