2014 January / February Travel Catalog by The Upper Class, LLC

Vol. 1, 2014

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Dear Upper Class Family, Every January brings the promise of new beginnings. This year, we are looking forward to a year spent with our Upper Class family and meeting new friends together. What are your New Year’s Resolutions? This year, we are including resolutions like: I will spend time with friends. I will smile at a stranger. I will do fun things. I will meet new people. I will laugh a little every day. With more than 30 new trips and a calendar full of exciting outings, let us help fulfill your New Year’s wishes. Maybe this is the year you will… … Savor a meal at the Culinary Institute … Witness Moses part the Red Sea … Have tea at Gracie Mansion … Take a leap of faith and join us on a Mystery Trip These are just a few of the once-in-a-lifetime experiences featured in this catalog. Each page features a happy resolution especially for you. Here’s to the New Year and starting off 2014 together! Happy New Year!

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Table of Contents - Upcoming Tours NEW EXPERIENCES

Sight & Sound: Moses. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Jewish Heritage in NY’s East Side . . . . . . . . . 7 Italiana at Villa Roma . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 60th Quebec Winter Carnival 4 Days. . . . 8-9 Experience Bocuse at the CIA. . . . . . . . . . . 10 New York Transit Museum. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Harlem in the Jazz Age. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Celtic Crossroads. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 A Mystery Tour . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12 The Kings of Comedy . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 Olana and Cedar Grove . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 13 The Voices in My Head. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Yale Whiffenpoofs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14 Off the Beaten Path 2 Days. . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Enchanted Thousand Islands 4 Days. . 16-17 Great Food Tour of New York . . . . . . . . . . . 18 The Coasters Live at Mt. Airy. . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Mystery Overnight Tour 2 Days. . . . . . . . . 19 America and the Sea 2 Days. . . . . . . . . 20-21 Tales of TriBeCa. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Salute to our Veterans. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22 Whales, Sails and Wine Trails 2 Days. . . . . 23 The American Versailles 6 Days. . . . . . 24-25 A Capitol Celebration 3 Days . . . . . . . . 26-27 Moose Tracks in NH 4 Days . . . . . . . . . 28-29 Quebec Countryside Charms 5 Days . 30-31

ON BROADWAY Kinky Boots...........32 Rocky .....................32 Book of Mormon...33 After Midnight......34 Les Miserables.......34

Beautiful.................35 Pippin.....................35 Bronx Bombers......36 Jersey Boys.............36 Bullets over B’way.37 Motown..................37

POPULAR TRIPS

Treasures of the Metropolitan . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Touring Grand Central. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Philadelphia Flower Show . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 America’s Majestic Bald Eagle. . . . . . . . . . . 43 Damn Yankees at Goodspeed. . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Echoes of our Founding Fathers 3 Days .44-45 Yorkville with Justin Ferate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 Longwood Gardens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 46 New York Pops at Carnegie Hall. . . . . . . . . 47 Discover New York’s Irish Heritage. . . . . . . 47 West Point and Champagne Brunch. . . . . . 48 Strolling the High Line. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 48 Cirque du Soleil. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 49 Beatles Tribute at Mt. Airy Casino . . . . . . . 49 Norfolk Int’l Military Tattoo 4 Days . . 50-51 Coastal Maine 4 Days. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 52-53 Discover the Cloisters. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Historic Harlem and Red Rooster. . . . . . . . 54 New York’s Waterway 3 Days . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Wonders of the Chesapeake 4 Days . . . 56-57 The Best of Cape Cod 5 Days. . . . . . . . . 58-59 Brooklyn Cherry Blossom Festival. . . . . . . 60 Tanglewood on Parade 2 Days. . . . . . . . . . . 61 Quintessential Maine 5 Days. . . . . . . . . 62-63 Calendar of Upcoming Trips. . . . . . . . . . . 4-5 Important Reservation Information. . . 38-39 Refer-A-Friend Savings. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40 Medical Cancellation Insurance . . . . . . . . . 40 NEW Winter Weather Protection. . . . . . . . 40

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January 2014

Broadway: Once See website, Beautiful pg. 35, After Midnight pg. 34

February 2014

7 4 Days! 60th Annual Quebec Winter Carnival 7 pg. 8 New

Happy President’s Day!

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Feb.

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Grand 14Central - Voted 15 Best Walking Tour of NYC! pg. 41

22 21 pg. 41 Treasures of the

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Metropolitan: Inside 28Iconic Museum the

pg. 42 The Philadelphia Flower 5 Show

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Broadway: Kinky 8 pg. 32 Boots

Mar. pg. 42 8 The Philadelphia

Flower Show

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Celtic Crossroads 15 at West Point pg. 12

pg. 46 Happy Yorkville & Gracie Mar. Mar. pg. 43 Mansion 16 du Soleil St. Paddy’s 18 19 20 with Justin! 21 22 Cruise Cirque Bald Eagle Day! Returns! pg. 49 Mar. New Book of Mormon Mar. Harlem in the Jazz Mar. 25 2333 New 24 26 27 28 29 pg. Broadway: Pippin pg. 35 Age! pg. 11 A New Mystery Mar. Les Miserables pg. 34 Tour! pg. 12 Sight & Sound Mar. New Bullets Over Broadway pg. 37 Moses! pg. 6 NYC Jewish 31 30 New Beatles Tribute at Mt. Airy Heritage pg. 7 Casino pg. 49 Book of Mormon pg. 33 New

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13 West Point &

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Villa Roma 8 pg. 7 New

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13 Champagne 14 Brunch pg. 48

Apr. 28

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4 NY Pops - A Night

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3 in Hollywood pg.447

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Museum pg. 10 New

Tattoo,24 NATOFest, Parade 25 of Nations and Naval Base

24 pg. 50 4 Days! Norfolk International Military 30

Apr. NY’s Irish 12

Broadway: Motown pg. 37 22 pg. 36 23 Jersey Boys Bronx Bombers pg. 36

3 Days!

Apr. 11 NY Transit

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New pg. 14 30 Apr. pg. 43 29 Comedian Stephen Sorrentino Goodspeed Opera House at Mt. Airy Casino

Washington, DC & the Cherry Blossoms pg. 44 5

15Institute with16New Culinary Bocuse Restaurant pg. 10

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Heritage pg. 47

Apr. Brooklyn 26 Cherry Blossoms pg. 60

Calendar of Upcoming Trips May

Longwood 4 Gardens pg. 46 Happy Mother’s 11 Day!

7 3 Days!

May

May 2014

New York’s Waterways pg. 55 1 Yale Whiffenpoofs pg. 14 New Discover the Cloisters pg. 54

May

7 4 Days! May

2 8 2 Days! Off the Beaten New

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14 Broadway: New

Comedy pg. 13 Path: Amish Country 10 with Sight9& Sound pg. 15

Enchanting Thousand Kinky Boots pg. 13 16 New 14 1532 Islands pg. Rocky pg. 32

May New 6 Days! May May 20 18 American Versailles 19 22 Harlem and 21 The Strolling the Discover the Biltmore pg. 24 Red Rooster High Line May pg. 54

The Great NYC Food Tour 2518 New 26 pg.

May 3 Kings of New

15 Mystery Tour

May Tales of 17

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TriBeCa pg. 22 New

pg. 12 New

28 2 Days! America and the Sea:

May Historic Annapolis 29 30 pg. 20 Olana 31 and

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27 28 27 pg. 22 New Salute to Vets at Villa Roma

May

The Coasters at Mt. Airy pg. 18 New

Cedar Grove pg. 13 New

Summer 2014 Preview! June 2014

8 4 Days! Coastal Maine pg. 52

July 2014

June

1 4 Days! The Wonders of the

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Chesapeake pg. 56

June

New 2 Days!

Mystery Tour pg. 19

4 5 Days! Quintessential Maine

Boothbay Harbor pg. 62

5 2 Days! Tanglewood on Parade

3 Days!

A Capitol pg. 26 Celebration

Charms pg. 30

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pg. 61 New Itinerary

Hampshire pg. 28

New 2 Days! New July 5 Days! Whales, Sails and

14 Quebec Countryside

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August 2014

Aug.

July

New 6 4 Days! Moose Tracks in New

July

Wine Trails pg. 23

5 Days! pg. 58 The Best of Cape Cod: Martha’s Vineyard & Nantucket

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Sight & Sound: Moses Premiering in 2014!

Includes Lunch at Miller’s

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Be one of the first to see the premier of Moses, a new one of a kind, awe-inspiring, experience at the Sight & Sound Theater in Lancaster, PA. The parting of the Red Sea ... the Burning Bush ... the Plagues ... the Ten Commandments ... finally ... the greatest Biblical epic of the Old Testament comes to life - Moses! Journey back through time and relive the golden splendor and pride of ancient Egypt, the poverty and oppression of the Hebrew slaves and the humble, broken man that God raised up to become their deliverer. Not only will you be completely immersed in the spectacular, epic events of the story, but you will experience the humanity of Moses and the children of Israel as they struggle for faith, freedom and belonging. Prior to the show, you’ll dine at Miller’s Smorgasbord. Miller’s cooks food from scratch and get their ingredients from Amos, Ben, Manny and Elmer, their Amish neighbors, whose farms surround the restaurant.

Join your friends and be the first to see Moses!

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Date: Friday, March 28, 2014 Price: $155 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

Winter Weather Insurance Available See page 40 for details

Depart: Mamaroneck 7:00 am, White Plains 7:30 am, Yonkers 8:00 am Return: Yonkers 9:30 pm, White Plains 9:45 pm, Mamaroneck 10:15 pm

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Jewish Heritage in NY’s East Side A Guided Tour with Justin Ferate New Delve into the fascinating history of Jewish heritage in New York! You’ll trace the rich and diverse history of the “Golden Land,” once the world’s largest Jewish community with Justin Ferate, our noted Tour Leader, recently named “New York’s Most Engaging Guide.” Experience the powerful, yet fleeting ethnic remnants of this diverse and culturally rich community, including the newly restored Eldridge Street Synagogue. By bus, we will travel through the byways of the Lower East Side to view parks, synagogues, and importantly, the remnants of the “Yiddish Rialto” – one of the greatest theatre districts in American History, where every performance – even Shakespeare – was in Yiddish. During the tour, you’ll dine on a kosher meal at Ben’s Deli. You’ll also take time at such culinary treasures as Russ and Daughters, Yonah Shimmel Knishes… and for the sweet tooth, Economy Candy – the candy shop of your childhood dreams!

Date: Sunday, March 30, 2014 Price: $109 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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

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Your Price Includes: Guided Tour with Justin Lunch at Ben’s Deli Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

Italiana at Villa Roma

Featuring the Multi-Talented Uncle Floyd Vivino Here’s your chance to experience springtime at beautiful Villa Roma Resort, set amid the awesome Catskill Mountains. The highlight of your day will be a hilarious show starring the multi-talented Uncle Floyd Vivino, who will keep you entertained with jokes, songs, and stories of all things Italy. Uncle Floyd is a television, film, and stage performer primarily known for his comedy/variety TV show The Uncle Floyd Show, which ran for over 20 years. Your day at Villa Roma also includes: • Refreshments on arrival • Musical interlude with pianist Frank Santoro • Three-course lunch in the Grand Dining Room • Bingo with prizes

Date: Tuesday, April 8, 2014

Your Price Includes:

Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only $10

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

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60th Annual Quebec Winter Carnival

Experience The Largest Winter Carnival in the World!

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Marvel at the fully-lit Ice Palace at the Winter Carnival Main Festival

Day 1: Quebec City (D) Join your friends for a new adventure as you travel north to charming Quebec City to experience the biggest Winter Carnival in the World! Once you arrive in Quebec City, you’re sure to enjoy the European charm resonating throughout the provincial capital and the hemisphere’s only walled city north of Mexico. Marvel at the ancient stone houses huddled beside venerable churches, evoking memories of a city in 18th-century Watch master artisans in Europe. En route to Quebec City you the International Snow will have the opportunity to meet new Sculpture Competition friends and get to know your Upper Class Tour Director. You’ll check into your hotel I look forward to this afternoon – the Delta Québec traveling with The – located just steps from the heart of Upper Class. I have downtown and Winter Carnival fesenjoyed all the trips tivities. With exceptional views of the Laurentian Mountains and ParliaI have taken ment Hill, Delta Québec is located in - Carolyn B., Yonkers the heart downtown. Newly renovated, your guestroom allows you to relax in Delta’s premium Sanctuary bed for the ultimate luxurious sleep experience. Tonight, enjoy dinner at Le Bistro featuring regionally-inspired cuisine and magnificent views of the Laurentian Mountains.

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Day 2: Quebec City (B) After breakfast, follow your local guide off the beaten path and be charmed by Old Quebec, as you relive 400 years of action-packed history! You will be impressed by this

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UNESCO World Heritage site where fine old buildings and proud monuments line winding streets and picturesque places such as the National Assembly and Parliament Hill, Battlefields Park, Château Frontenac, Notre-Dame-de-Québec Basilica and Place d’Armes. We also visit the Place Royale, the cradle of French civilization in North America, in the heart of the old Lower Town along the St. Lawrence river-front. This afternoon, stroll among the charming cafes and shops of the Old City – you won’t be able to avoid the irresistible allure of Quebec City. Tonight is a must-see event and one of the highlights of your vacation – the Quebec Winter Carnival Night Parade! Every year, the night parade weaves its’ magic with a creative and colorful array of Carnival floats, dance troupes, marching bands and a host of other participants. Don’t miss the chance to say hello to Bonhomme— the King of the Carnival! Make sure to have your camera ready as this colorful and festival parade is an experience you’ll long remember. Day 3: Quebec City (B, D) After a leisurely breakfast this morning, we’ll head to The Plains of Abraham for the Winter Carnival festivities. The Plains are transformed into an outdoor winter amusement park complete with Artic Villages, Maple Leaf BBQ, Dogsled Rides, Horse-Drawn Carriage Rides, a rep-

HIGHLIGHTS: 4 Days / 3 Nights 5 Meals

Quebec City

Quebec Montreal

Quebec Winter Carnival Night Parade International Snow Sculpture Competition Quebec City Guided Tour UNESCO World Heritage Site

Ottawa

Maine New Hampshire

Albany

New York

Boston

Yonkers

The Quebec Winter Carnival Night Parade is a must-see event!

lica Sugar Shack, and much more. You can watch master artisans compete in the International Snow Sculpture Competition where you can even try your hand at sculpting your own snow creation. Experience the magic of a fully-lit Ice Palace and watch a variety of entertaining shows on the outdoor stage. Later this afternoon, you’ll have free time to explore the charms of Old Quebec – shop for the perfect souvenir, grab a hot chocolate with friends and enjoy the excitement and international flavor of the Winter Carnival. Let yourself be charmed by the intimate and inviting environment of La Crémaillère restaurant in Old Quebec City tonight during your special farewell dinner. All your senses will be enchanted with the fine cuisine, exquisite presentation and remarkable service. Perfectly located in the heart of Old Quebec City, your chef has ex-

Date: February 7-10, 2014

Price: $699 Double, $949 Single, $669 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10%

pertly prepared a unique gastronomic experience blending French and Italian traditions. Day 4: Quebec City (B) You’ll enjoy breakfast before the journey home today. We’ll stop at the duty free store, allowing time to stock up on a variety of tax-free items. You will have time to re-live this wonderful trip with your new friends as you arrive home with fond memories of Quebec City and the Winter Carnival.

Witness the pristine beauty of Quebec City during the 60th Annual Winter Carnival

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Depart: Yonkers 6:15 am, Mamaroneck 7:00 am, Goldens Bridge 7:45 am Return: Goldens Bridge 6:00 pm, Mamaroneck 6:30 pm, Yonkers 7:15 pm

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Experience Bocuse at the CIA

Culinary Institute of America with the Mills Mansion Lovers of fine cuisine! Be one of the first to experience the exciting new student-staffed Bocuse Restaurant at the Culinary Institute of America. Today’s menu includes food inspired by traditional French regional cuisine, re-envisioned through the lens of modern techniques. This is an experience not to be missed! After lunch, you’ll tour the elegant country home of Ogden Mills. Sitting atop a grassy hill overlooking the Hudson River and the Catskill Mountains, the Mills Mansion is a fine example of a great estate built by America’s financial and industrial leaders during the Gilded Age. During today’s guided tour, you’ll experience the elegant mansion, restored to its turn-of-the-century appearance, as the Mills family did more than a century ago.

Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2014

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Your Price Includes:

Price: $129 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

Three Course Lunch at Bocuse Restaurant Guided Tour of the Mills Mansion Upper Class Tour Director Depart: Mamaroneck 8:00 am, Yonkers 8:45 am, White Plains 9:15 am Return: White Plains 6:15 pm, Yonkers 6:30 pm, Mamaroneck 7:00 pm All taxes and gratuities

New York Transit Museum Take a Ride Down Memory Lane

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Relive those memories of traveling through New York in the 40’s, 50’s, 60’s or 70’s? Step onboard vintage subway cars at the New York Transit Museum. Located in a 1936 subway station in downtown Brooklyn, the New York Transit Museum brings to life the city’s early days and explores the transit system that made the city grow. Guided by your Museum docent, you’ll experience a hands-on collection of antique subway and elevated cars and detailed exhibits that tell this rich story. It’s an historic tour you won’t forget. You’ll enjoy a three-course lunch at Brooklyn’s landmark restaurant, Junior’s! Bring a cooler and take home one of their “World Greatest Cheesecakes.” Previous groups have raved about the Museum – you’re sure to be next! Please note this tour involves some walking and two flights of stairs. Please inquire for details. Your Price Includes:

Date: Friday, April 11, 2014

Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only $10

Guided Tour of the NY Transit Museum Three-course Lunch at Junior’s Upper Class Tour Director Depart: Mamaroneck 9:15 am, White Plains 9:45 am, Yonkers 10:15 am All taxes and gratuities Return: Yonkers 5:15 pm, White Plains 5:30 pm, Mamaroneck 6:00 pm

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Harlem in the Jazz Age

featuring Justin Ferate and a musical salon exclusive to The Upper Class!

Don’t miss this “secret” jazz concert for a very intimate day of memorable music in Harlem! Join our noted urban historian and everyone’s favorite guide Justin Ferate as we view a glimpse of Harlem in the Jazz Age. Your tour ends with one of New York’s most “secret” and beloved salon-style jazz events. In this case, a very special musical event will be created just for the Upper Class! The day will include a guided tour of renowned Sugar Hill and the Morris-Jumel Mansion – the oldest house in Manhattan – where General George Washington lived and where he planned the Battle of Harlem Heights. You’ll enjoy lunch at that Harlem landmark – Sylvia’s. These delights are only a prelude to the high point of the day: a private jazz salon in the home of the music doyenne Marjorie Eliot. Marjorie has agreed to create a special jazz performance for the Upper Class in her home. Playing the piano and performing with a cast of regulars, you’ll enjoy classics from the American songbook, with favorites including Duke Ellington, George Enjoy a private jazz salon in the home of the music doyenne Marjorie Eliot Gershwin, and Billie Holiday.

Date: Thursday, March 27, 2014 Price: $129 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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

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Celtic Crossroads

at West Point’s Eisenhower Hall Join The Upper Class and your friends for the most unique Irish experience! Celtic Crossroads is critically acclaimed as “the most exhilarating and authentic show to come from Ireland in decades - not to be missed.” Held at Eisenhower Hall on the grounds of West Point, the show is an explosion of youthful energy and dazzling “musicianship”. Soon to be featured on PBS, the show abounds with fusions of traditional Irish music, bluegrass, gypsy and jazz with the rhythms of exciting Irish dance percussion. Spontaneous mid show ovations are the norm, and enraptured Celtic Crossroads audiences are always compelled to shout, and SHOUT for more. Prior to the performance, you’ll dine on a sumptuous buffet dinner at the Cadet Restaurant overlooking the majestic Hudson River. You’ll love the delightful menu prepared by West Point’s award-winning Culinary Institute of America graduate Executive Chef.

Date: Saturday, March 8, 2014 Price: $129 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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Depart: Mamaroneck 3:15 pm, Yonkers 4:00 pm, White Plains 4:30 pm Return: White Plains 11:00 pm, Yonkers 11:15 pm, Mamaroneck 11:45 pm

Your Price Includes: Orchestra Seating for Celtic Crossroads Dinner at the Cadet Restaurant Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

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A Mystery Tour

Indulge Your Spirit of Adventure!

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Every Mystery Tour is a New Adventure! Looking for a totally new “Mystery” vacation experience? Join your friends on a fun-filled surprise day trip to “Who-Knows-Where!” You’ll make some wonderful new memories. Where? Sorry, you just have to trust us... you’ll have the time of your life without ever knowing in advance where you are going!

Where will we go? What will we see? What will you do?

If we told you too much, it wouldn’t be a mystery…would it? Date: Saturday, March 29, 2014 or Thursday, May 15, 2014 Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only $10

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3/29 Depart: Mamaroneck 8:00 am, White Plains 8:45 am, Yonkers 9:15 am Return: Yonkers 7:15 pm, White Plains 7:30 pm, Mamaroneck 8:15 pm 5/15 Depart: Mamaroneck 9:00 am, White Plains 9:45 am, Yonkers 10:15 am Return: Yonkers 4:30 pm, White Plains 5:00 pm, Mamaroneck 5:45 pm

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This, That and the Other Lunch Somewhere Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

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The Kings of Comedy

A Hysterical Day with Ace in the Hole!

Laughter is the Best Medicine! Here’s a sure fire cure for what’s ailing you – an all day laugh-a-thon featuring three of the most hysterical comedians today in one side-splittingly funny show. Uncle Floyd Vivino, Melvin George and Dave Heenan – all stars of TV and film – will help you shake off those last few winter blahs. Today’s show is held at the beautiful Brownstone Club in nearby Patterson, NJ. Your day at Ace in the Hole includes two complimentary drinks during happy hour, then $1.00 drinks the rest of the day, a four-course family style lunch, door prizes, 50/50 drawings, boutique shopping and much more!

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Date: Friday, May 9, 2014

Price: $109 per person Optional Insurance only 10% Depart: Mamaroneck 9:00 am, White Plains 9:30 am, Yonkers 10:00 am Return: Yonkers 4:45 pm, White Plains 5:00 pm, Mamaroneck 5:30 pm

Matinee Comedy Show Four-Course Lunch and Two Drinks! Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

Olana and Cedar Grove

Discover the Hudson Valley with Justin Ferate

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Join Justin Ferate, our award-winning guide, as we travel up the Hudson River to discover the homes of two of the greatest painters of the noted Hudson River School of Art – an American art movement whose aesthetic vision was influenced by their romantic ideals of nature. Start with a tour of Olana, considered one of the most important artistic residences and artistically conceived landscapes in the US. Olana is the last and perhaps greatest masterpiece created by Hudson River School artist Frederic Church. Discover his remarkable Persian style home that dramatically overlooks a majestic vista of the Hudson River. The house & views are breathtaking! For lunch, you’ll dine at Port of Call – a local favorite overlooking the Hudson River in nearby Catskill, NY. Afterwards, you’ll visit Cedar Grove, home to Thomas Cole, one of the founding members of the Hudson River School of Art and enjoy a guided tour of his charming home. This is where American Art was born.

Date: Saturday, May 31, 2014

Your Price Includes:

Price: $129 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

Lunch at Port of Call Tour of Olana and Thomas Cole Home Upper Class Tour Director Depart: Yonkers 7:15 am, Mamaroneck 8:00 am, White Plains 8:30 am Return: White Plains 6:30 pm, Mamaroneck 7:00 pm, Yonkers 7:45 pm All taxes and gratuities

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The Voices in My Head

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Award Winning Vegas Comedian Stephen Sorrentino Vegas award-winning superstar and musical comedian, Stephen Sorrentino, will perform his critically acclaimed show Voices in My Head for you at Mt. Airy Casino today. Voices in My Head is a winning combination of a Las Vegas stage show, classic TV variety hour and high-energy concert with hilarious comedy routines. Stephen covers more than 180 celebrity impressions, classic song parodies, stand up comedy routines, guitar improvisation, heartfelt visual tributes and much more! The show is an unbeatable combination of showmanship and one of the most entertaining afternoons you’ll have in a long time! 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: Tuesday, April 29, 2014

Your Price Includes:

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

Yale Whiffenpoofs

Matinee Comedy Show Lunch Buffet and $25 Casino Bonus Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

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World Renowned Men’s Collegiate A Capella Group Today is your chance to experience the wondrous harmonies and glorious musicality of the incredible Yale Whiffenpoofs. The world’s oldest and best known collegiate a cappella group, the Whiffenpoofs have become one of Yale’s most celebrated traditions. They have performed at venues such as Lincoln Center, the White House, Carnegie Hall, and the Rose Bowl. Your day also includes a performance by the “Sound of New England,” the international female barbershop singers, The Sweet Adeline’s. Today’s performances are held at the Aqua Turf Club, a sprawling 35-acre estate just outside Hartford, CT, recently named “Best of Hartford” by Hartford Magazine where you will also enjoy a three-course, family-style luncheon.

Date: Wednesdy, May 7, 2014

Your Price Includes:

Price: $109 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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

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Whiffenpoofs and Sweet Adeline’s Show Three-Course Lunch at the Aqua Turf Club Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

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Off the Beaten Path

An Exploration of Amish Culture, including Two Shows!

HIGHLIGHTS: 2 Days / 1 Night 4 Meals Amish Backroads Tour Dutch Apple Dinner Theater Day 1: Inside the Amish Community of Lancaster (L, D) We begin our tour by heading off the beaten path as you enjoy lunch at a working Amish Farm. This working hog farm uses no electricity, so must Dine Inside an Amish employ the methods of yesteryear. A Family’s Home sit down lunch served family style, we will enjoy the hospitality and warmth of this wonderful family. Next, you’ll journey deep into the The Upper heart of the oldest Amish community Class is the only in the world. As you travel down outof-the-way back roads and country way I travel! lanes, you’ll experience a new sense of - Marie F, Bronxville the work and family ethics that continues to mark the Amish way of life. You’ll see one room school houses and witness picturesque farms. You’ll then check into the Fulton Steamboat Inn, perfectly situated in the heart of Amish Country. Tonight, we’re off to the Dutch Apple Dinner Theater for their new musical comedy: Seven Brides for Seven Brothers. Of course, at the Dutch Apple, the show is just part of the package as the Executive Chef and his staff put their own talents to work Experience Sight and to create a buffet of classic American Sound Theater’s newest cuisine.

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Date: May 8-9, 2014

Dine Inside an Amish Home Sight & Sound’s Moses Day 2: Sight & Sound Theater & Amish Shopping (B, L) This morning, enjoy a leisurely morning and a hot American breakfast at the hotel before we head to Kitchen Kettle Village, a collection of Amish shops where we will experience the craftsmanship of the Amish people. We will have plenty of time to explore the many shops and stores. You’ll dine at Miller’s Smorgasbord today. Miller’s gets their ingredients from Amos, Ben, Manny and Elmer, their Amish neighbors, whose farms surround the restaurant. You’re then off to the famous Millennium Theater at Sight & Sound for their newest show Moses: The parting of the Red Sea ... the Burning Bush ... the Plagues ... the Ten Commandments ... finally ... the greatest Biblical epic of the Old Testament comes to life - Moses! Not only will you be completely immersed in the spectacular, epic events of the story, but you will experience the humanity of Moses and the children of Israel as they struggle for faith, freedom and belonging. After the theater, we head for home and reminisce about the unique people and great friends you’ve met over the last two days. Your Price Includes:

Price: $349 Double, $409 Single, $329 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10%

1 Night Accommodations 1 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches and 1 Dinner Expert Local Guides Dutch Apple and Sight & Sound Shows Depart: Goldens Bridge 7:30 am, Mamaroneck 8:15 am, Yonkers 9:15 am Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities Return: Yonkers 9:30 pm, Mamaroneck 10:15 pm, Goldens Bridge 11:00 am

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Enchanting Thousand Islands and Alexandria Bay

New Visit the picturesque Thousand Islands on this relaxing four-day tour

Day 1: Thousand Islands and Alexandria Bay, NY (D) Northward Ho! You’re off on another exciting Upper Class vacation today as we head north to the enchanting Thousand Islands. These islands were developed during the late 19th century by the wealthy as their playground and retreat. Traveling by private rail cars from NYC, Philadelphia, Tour the Antique Boat Mu- Boston, Chicago, etc., these individuals seum - an unexpected gem put the 1000 Islands and Alexandria Bay on the map. There were so many people of power and prestige in the area during “the season” that The New York Times kept a correspondent in the area to report on their activities. Traveling on the edge of the Adirondack Mountains for much of the day, you’ll enjoy the scenery and get to know your Upper Class Tour Director. Arriving in Alexandria Bay this afternoon, you’ll meet your fellow travelers - both new friends and renew acquaintances - as you enjoy a welcome reception with cocktails and snacks. You’ll then check in to your home for the next three nights – Capt. Thomson’s Resort - located in downtown Alexandria Bay and directly across from Boldt Castle, the island mansion in the middle of the St. Lawrence Seaway on Heart Island. From the privacy of your waterfront room, you can watch a variety of “lakers”, “salties”, tour boats, and smaller recreational boats pass close Step back in time when by. Tonight, you’ll enjoy a prime rib you tour the 110-year-old, buffet at Riley’s Restaurant. 120-room Boldt Castle

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Day 2: A Two-Nation Cruise and Boldt Castle (B) After a leisurely breakfast, you’ll embark on a Two-Nation Cruise. This international cruise will take you on a 22 mile round-trip through American and Canadian waters – which is considered the ‘heart’ of the 1000 Islands, including Millionaire’s Row. This is the best way to see this truly unique geographical area shared by the U.S. and Canada. As you cruise on the emerald green waters of the mighty St. Lawrence River, your tour guide will provide a lively narrative as you travel through the narrow channels, over historic sunken wrecks, by magnificent summer homes of the rich and famous. Learn local historical facts and folk lore as well as information about the area’s geology, environment and native wildlife. Your tour guide will even point out the exact location of the international boundary line between the U.S. and Canada so be ready to look! You’ll then step back in time on a very unique tour – Boldt Castle – a grandiose 110-year-old, 120-room castle, built by the former Waldorf-Astoria owner. You’ll have time to explore the Castle at your own pace. This afternoon, you’ll head to the nearby Thousand Islands Winery for a tour and tasting.

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Your Two-Nation Cruise includes a visit to the stunning Boldt Castle - a definite “Must-See!”

Day 3: Alexandria Bay or Optional Ottawa Day Trip (B) Today you can choose to relax and explore Alexandria Bay and the Thousand Islands or join your friends for an optional tour to Canada’s Capitol City of Ottawa (see below).

Day 4: Alexandria Bay (B) After breakfast, we check out of the hotel and head for The Antique Boat Museum. As the premier fresh water nautical museum in North America, the ABM’s galleries overflow with over 300 unique and beautifullypreserved boats and thousands of recreational boating artifacts. You’ll enjoy a guided tour of the museum. Next, take time to share pictures and stories with your friends as we drive through NY State en route home.

ADD TO YOUR FUN! Optional Ottawa Day Trip with Dinner only $89! Please note, this optional tour requires a passport.

After crossing the Canadian border, it’s only a short drive to Ottawa. You’ll begin your exploration of this magnificent city with a stop at Parliament Hill, known for its regal architecture. You’ll see the Canadian Senate and House of Commons buildings, but also be on the lookout for “mounties” and great photo opportunities. Truly a must-see! Next, we head for Byward Market, one of those uniquely Ottawa neighborhoods. Enjoy time to explore and grab lunch (on own). This afternoon, relax on a guided tour of Ottawa including wondrous panoramas of the Capital City, famed Sussex Drive, Royal Canadian Mint and the Prime Minister’s home. Tonight, you’ll enjoy a special dinner at one of the most elegant and historic restaurants in Ottawa – The Courtyard.

Date: May 13-16, 2014

Your Price Includes:

Price: $599 Double, $749 Single, $569 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10%

3 Nights Accommodations with Luggage Handling 3 Breakfasts and 1 Dinner Two-Nation Cruise Expert Local Guides Depart: Yonkers 7:00 am, Mamaroneck 7:45 am, Goldens Bridge 8:30 am Upper Class Tour Director Return: Goldens Bridge 7:30 pm, Mamaroneck 8:15 pm, Yonkers 9:00 pm All taxes and gratuities

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Great Food Tour of New York Discover the Best Eateries of the West Village We know how important food is to us New Yorkers. This tour is designed to bring New York’s food “classics” together so you can taste the real New York City. You’ll discover the best eateries in the West Village as you are guided by our food expert through the treelined streets sampling the finest ingredients from specialty shops, bakeries, and delicatessens, including: • • • • • •

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Authentic Tuscan style thin-crust pizza called “The best pizza in NYC!” A Deli synonymous with sausage. You’ll taste why! Coffee House serving the finest brews since 1907 A long time favorite bagel place for New Yorkers Cupcakes so fresh they’re made right in front of you! The best cannoli in NYC, period!

This tour involves some walking – please inquire for more details. Please wear comfortable shoes and clothing appropriate for the weather forecast.

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Date: Sunday, May 18, 2014

Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only $10

Food Samples Galore - It’s a Meal and a Half! Expert Tour Guide Upper Class Tour Director Depart: Mamaroneck 12:00 pm, White Plains 12:30 pm, Yonkers 1:00 pm All taxes and gratuities Return: Yonkers 5:45 pm, White Plains 6:00 pm, Mamaroneck 6:30 pm

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The Coasters

Live at Mt. Airy Casino

Relive the best of the Doo Wop era as you spend the afternoon with The Coasters at Mt. Airy Casino today. This Rock and Roll Hall of Fame group have been performing their chart topping hits for over 50 years with their unique style, approach and humor. Their legendary career produced an unbroken string of hits in the 50’s and 60’s. Their hits span from Charlie Brown, Yakety Yak, Love Potion #9, Zing Went the String of My Heart, Smokey Joe’s Café and Poison Ivy, just to name a few. 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 thousands of slot machines and table games.

Date: Wednesday, May 28, 2014

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Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only $10

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

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Matinee Show Lunch Buffet and $25 Casino Bonus Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

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Mystery Overnight Tour Where Will You Go Next?

HIGHLIGHTS: 2 Days / 1 Night 3 Meals Laughing Non-Stop Fun

Meet Friends with a Sense of Adventure

Day 1: Someplace (L, D)

Day 2: Somewhere (B)

You’ve been asking for a longer Mystery Trip, and here it is! Looking for a totally new vacation experience? Come along with your friends for a wonderful time, to a wonderful place, to make some wonderful memories. Where? Sorry, we can’t tell you. But we know that you’ll be pleasantly surprised on this unforgettable 2-day tour to a very SPECIAL surprise location! We can’t tell you where we’re heading, but here are some clues to our destination: • You’ll laugh ‘till your side hurts! • You can walk on the beach • Average highs around 80 degrees • What did Lucy step on in that classic TV episode? • You’ll be on both land and sea

Date: June 12-13, 2014

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Price: $299 Double, $359 Single, $279 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10%

1 Night Accommodations 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch and 1 Dinner This, That and the Other Sense of Adventure Upper Class Tour Director Depart: Goldens Bridge 7:00 am, Mamaroneck 7:45 am, Yonkers 8:30 am All taxes and gratuities Return: Yonkers 7:45 pm, Mamaroneck 8:30 pm, Goldens Bridge 9:00 pm

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America and the Sea

Historic Annapolis, the US Naval Academy and Chesapeake Bay Cruise

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Cruise the Cheapeake Bay and learn about three historic lighthouses - including Thomas Point

Visit the stunning Maryland State House

Experience the Colonial History with your expert local guide!

Day 1: Annapolis, MD (D) No area is more steeped in history and charm than Annapolis. Join your Upper Class family as we sojourn to Annapolis, 350 years young and known as America’s Sailing Capital. Arriving early afternoon, you’ll be met by a colonial-attired guide for a driving tour of historic Annapolis. Your first stop will be the Maryland State House where your guide will take you on a tour of the country’s oldest capital in continuous use. Walk in the footsteps of George Washington where it was here, in 1783, he resigned as Commander in Chief. Continuing through downtown Annapolis, you’ll pass many 18th century mansions and learn about the significance of their beautiful architecture. In the shadows of these buildings, your guide will share with you Annapolis history including stories of the famous statesmen that built these magnificent structures. You’ll also visit key highlights, such as St. Anne’s Church and the WWII Memorial. Next, you’ll take a walking tour of the United States Naval Academy (valid picture ID required) for an informative and inspiring Naval Academy tour. Founded in 1845, the United States Naval Academy is home to 4,000 of our country’s future naval leaders.

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As you tour this beautiful campus you will experience the sense of military tradition and heritage everywhere. Your visit will include the Naval Chapel, the Crypt of John Paul Jones,the father of the US Navy, and Bancroft Hall. Check into the Doubletree Hotel later today. Relax in your spacious and newly renovated room combing classic comfort with modern elegance including granite countertops and the ultracomfy “Sweet Dreams” bed. In fact, your hotel was just awarded the 2013 TripAdvisor Certificate of Excellence Award! Tonight, you’ll enjoy a special dinner at the Chart House. One of Annapolis’ most famous restaurants, you’ll dine overlooking fantastic waterfront views of City Dock, the State Capitol and the US Naval Academy.

Sailboats dot Annapolis Harbor

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Chesapeake Bay Cruise US Naval Academy Tour Maryland State House Tour Dine at the Chart House

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Learn about life at the US Naval Academy during a guided tour

Day 2: Annapolis and the Chesapeake Bay (B, L) After a full American breakfast, you’ll hop aboard a comfortable and climate controlled boat for a Chesapeake Bay Lighthouse Cruise. Experience the scenic beauty and the unique treasures that can only be found in America’s largest estuary. Your award winning Bay Lighthouses Cruise includes Annapolis Harbor, three Chesapeake Bay Lighthouses and a spectacular view of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge. Expert (and entertaining) narration is given by a costumed Lighthouse keeper, who will keep you engaged throughout the duration of the trip. During your Chesapeake Bay Cruise, you’ll see the Thomas Point Lighthouse, Sandy Shoal and Baltimore Harbor Light during the 3 1/2 hour cruise. Learn about the history of these historic lighthouses. Your guide, a

costumed turn of the century lighthouse keeper, will pepper you with humor, anecdotes, music, tales of famous keepers and even a ghost story or two. Your cruise promises not only a memorable cruise but a journey into past, present and future. During your cruise, you’ll pass under the twin spans of the Chesapeake Bay Bridge – a unique and stunning experience. Enjoy a boxed lunch on board. Returning to land, you’ll enjoy time exploring Annapolis’ downtown Historic District before we head for home. Share pictures of the cruise and reminisce with the great friends you met during your tour of Annapolis and Discover America’s Sailing Capital. the Chesapeake Bay. No area is more steeped in history and charm than Annapolis!

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Date: May 28-29, 2014

1 Night Accommodations 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch and 1 Dinner United States Naval Academy Chesapeake Bay Cruise Upper Class Tour Director Depart: Goldens Bridge 6:45 am, Mamaroneck 7:30 am, Yonkers 8:15 am All taxes and gratuities Return: Yonkers 7:30 pm, Mamaroneck 8:15 pm, Goldens Bridge 9:00 pm

Price: $299 Double, $369 Single, $279 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10%

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Tales of TriBeCa Touring with Justin Ferate

“TriBeCa” or the “Triangle Below Canal” boasts of an almost magical historical quality and a pervasive sense of a place lost in time. Join Justin Ferate, our awardwinning urban historian named “One of NYC’s Hidden Gems” on this combination bus and brief walking tour of this fascinating neighborhood. After the Civil War, shipping in Manhattan shifted from the East River to the Hudson River. Huge steamships moored at the piers on the Lower West Side and “TriBeCa” became one of the world’s greatest ports. View the marvelous Federal and Greek Revival homes that surround the area. During the tour, we’ll take time to sit and enjoy lunch at world famous Katz’s Delicatessen, called “New York’s Grandest Deli” by New York Magazine. This is the same Katz’s that George Burns once quipped, “If I could choose one deli to take with me, it would be Katz’s!” Your Price Includes:

Date: Saturday, May 17, 2014 Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only $10

Guided tour of TriBeCa Lunch at Katz’s Deli Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

Depart: Mamaroneck 9:00 am, White Plains 9:30 am, Yonkers 10:00 am Return: Yonkers 5:45 pm, White Plains 6:15 pm, Mamaroneck 6:45 pm

Salute to Our Veterans

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Featuring the incomparable Tommy Walker

Don’t miss out on your chance to celebrate our nation’s true heroes – our brave men and women from the Military during this special musical tribute starring the fantastic Tommy Walker performing your patriotic favorites! Sing along to these great patriotic songs. Today’s performances take place at the beautiful Villa Roma Resort, set amid the awesome Catskill Mountains. Your day at Villa Roma includes: • Refreshments on arrival • Musical interlude with pianist Frank Santoro • Three-course sit-down lunch in the Grand Dining Room • Bingo with prizes

Date: Tuesday, May 27, 2014 Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only $10

Veterans Save $10!

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

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Whales, Sails and Wine Trails

A Deliciously Fun Tour of Long Island’s North and South Forks

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HIGHLIGHTS: 2 Days / 1 Night 3 Meals Tastings at Three Award Winning Wineries Day 1: Long Island’s North Fork (L) Today you’ll head to Eastern Long Island for a deliciously good time as you explore the North and South Forks of the Island. Arriving in Long Island late morning today, enjoy Wine Tour including a boxed lunch at your leisure as we Three Winery Tastings head to three of the North Fork’s most celebrated vineyards - all are multiple award winners so you know you’re in A fabulous some great wines! trip. I want to for At Martha Clara Vineyards, go back again! you’ll taste 5 wines pre-selected by the - Ann C., Ardsley winemaker especially for you in a private area. Next, you’re off to Palmer Vineyards. You’ll marvel at the beautiful landscaping before tasting their fine wines. Last but not least, we arrive at a true gem - Baiting Hollow Farm & Vineyard. From the moment you arrive, you’ll know what a special place this is for sampling their great wines. This afternoon, you’ll check into the Hilton Garden Inn Riverhead. Here you can relax in the heated indoor pool, or visit the outdoor holistic spa, offering a heated 22 person therapeutic whirlpool, sauna, stone fireplace and lounge seating. Tonight, choose to relax at the hotel or join your friends as your bus takes you down the road for Montauk Lighthouse shopping time at Tanger Outlets.

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Day 2: Long Island’s South Fork (B, L) After a cooked-to-order breakfast, you’re off to the Montauk Point Lighthouse, the oldest lighthouse in New York State. This National Historic Landmark has been part of Long Island’s seascape for over 200 years. It still serves as an aid to navigation. This afternoon, you’ll arrive in Sag Harbor and enjoy lunch at Il Capuccino – one of Eastern Long Island’s most celebrated restaurants and awardwinning cuisine. Next, discover the Sag Harbor Whaling Museum and Whalers Church on a guided tour. Both are National Historic Landmarks. During the 19th century, Sag Harbor became one of the busiest ports in the northeast, where whalers of many nationalities could be seen walking the streets. During this time period Sag Harbor became a truly international port town, where diverse cultures came together for one pursuit: the hunt of the mighty whale. Learn about these stories and Sag Harbor’s maritime history during a special guided tour. Head home with a new appreciation of the old time whaling industry and the brave whalers who risked their lives. Your Price Includes:

Price: $299 Double, $399 Single, $269 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10% Depart: Yonkers 8:00 am, White Plains 8:30 am, Mamaroneck 9:00 am Return: Mamaroneck 6:15 pm, White Plains 6:45 pm, Yonkers 7:15 pm

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Scenic Sag Harbor Montauk Point Lighthouse

1 Night Accommodation 1 Breakfast and 2 Lunches Admissions and Local Guides Wine Tour with Three Tastings Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

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The American Versailles

Discover the Biltmore and Jefferson’s Monticello

New Discover the incomperable Biltmore Estate in Asheville - America’s Largest Home

Day 1: Lexington, VA (D) We’re off today for a fun-filled jaunt to Virginia and North Carolina to experience springtime at America’s largest home, the Biltmore. Today’s travels take you through Pennsylvania before we head south along the border - Ray C., Mamaroneck of Shenandoah National Park and the spectacular Blue Ridge Mountains. Check into the Holiday Inn Express before heading to the charming Bistro on Main restaurant, nestled in Lexington’s charming downtown. Get to know your fellow travelers and meet new friends as you enjoy a complimentary cocktail followed by a delicious dinner – what a start to the tour!

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Visit the awesome Natural Bridge

Day 2: Asheville, NC (B, D) After breakfast, experience The Natural Bridge - a unique natural wonder framed by the beautiful backdrop of the Blue Ridge Mountains. The Natural Bridge is a National Historic Landmark shaped by Mother Nature over thousands of years. Continuing to Asheville today, you’ll check into the Baymont Inn – your home for the next two nights. After time to unpack and unwind, you’re in for a treat tonight – the Blue Ridge Mountain Opry Show! Tonight, the award-winning Whitewater Bluegrass band will entertain you with classic songs and great All-American music. They’ll discuss the history of Bluegrass as you dine on a traditional North Carolina BBQ!

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Day 3: The Biltmore (B, L) This morning, meet your local guide and discover why Asheville is called “The Paris of the South” during a guided tour of the architecture, history and art of this great city. The tour sets the scene for our afternoon exploring the majestic Biltmore. This 250-room estate is one of the country’s most visited and beloved homes. Discover original works of art, magnificent 16th-century tapestries, Napoleon’s chess set, a 10,000 volume library, 65 fireplaces and priceless antiques. Your visit coincides with Biltmore Blooms, where the gardens – designed by renowned landscape architect Frederick Law Olmsted – come to life with wave after wave of gorgeous blooms. During today, you’ll dine at the Estate’s Deer Park, a charming, rustic restaurant and enjoy a wine tasting at the Biltmore winery. Day 4: Charlottesville, VA (B, D) We journey northeast today to the beautiful town of Charlottesville, Virginia, set along the foothills of the Blue Ridge Mountains. You’ll meet your local guide and take a trip back in time to the founding of our great country as you walk in the footsteps of Thomas Jefferson, James Monroe, James Madison, Daniel Boone and Patrick Henry. Your guide will discuss Jefferson’s vision and attention to detail. Dinner tonight will be in a wonderful Charlottesville restaurant.

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You’ll be amazed at the extrodinary mind of Thomas Jefferson during a tour of the house he built

Day 5: Jefferson’s Monticello (B, L) This morning we’re off to Monticello for an intimate look into the life and times of Thomas Jefferson and the extraordinary house he built and furnished for himself and his family. See the furnishings, art, books, gadgets and other objects that reveal Jefferson’s unique mind during a guided tour. After the tour, visit the restored wine cellar, kitchen, smokehouse, slave quarters and revolutionary Vegetable Garden, a 1,000-foot-long terraced hanging garden with seasonal vegetables planted throughout the year. For lunch, experience Michie Tavern and take an historical journey to discover 18th-century tavern life. Your guided tour reveals secrets to a traveler’s revelry and woes through interpretations on drinking, gaming, dining, sleeping and entertainment. Afterwards, you’ll get a taste of the 18th century as you dine on wonderful southern cuisine.

ADD TO YOUR FUN! Join your friends for an optional tour and dinner at nearby Montpelier, former home to President James Madison, Father of the Constitution and Architect of the Bill of Rights, and Dolley Madison, America’s first “First Lady.” It was here at Montpelier where James Madison shaped the ideas that would become the U.S. Constitution. After your tour, the grounds to Monticello close, but you stay for an exclusive catered dinner at Montpelier this evening! Tour and Dinner only $79 per person! Day 6: Drive Home (B) We head home today. As you sit back and chat with friends, recall all the great memories and fun you had on this new Upper Class getaway.

Vistas of the Blue Ridge Mountains Abound!

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Date: May 18-23, 2014

5 Nights Accommodations with Luggage Handling Price: $899 Double, $1,179 Single, 5 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches and 3 Dinners $799 Triple (prices per person) Tours of the Biltmore and Monticello Optional Insurance only 10% Blue Ridge Mountain Opry Show Upper Class Tour Director Depart: Goldens Bridge 7:00 am, Mamaroneck 7:45 am, Yonkers 8:30 am All taxes and gratuities Return: Yonkers 5:30 pm, Mamaroneck 6:15 pm, Goldens Bridge 7:00 pm

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A Capitol Celebration

Celebrate America’s Birthday in Washington, DC

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Experience the pageantry of our nation’s capitol during the July 4th festivities

You’ll love the patriotism at the National Independence Day Parade

Day 1: Washington, DC (D) Welcome aboard! Over the next three days you will experience the pageantry of Independence Day in our Nation’s Capitol to celebrate the birth of our nation. As you make your way to Washington, take time to get to know your Upper Class Tour Director and fellow travelers. Arriving in our nation’s capitol mid afternoon, you’ll check into your home for the next two nights at the Hilton Garden Inn, in nearby Arlington, Virginia. You’ll be treated to a welcome reception on arrival to meet new friends. Tonight, enjoy dinner in historic Georgetown. Day 2: Washington, DC (B)

Happy Independence Day!

Honor our fallen heroes at Arlington Cemetery

This morning, we head for America’s National Independence Day Parade – a patriotic, flag-waving, red white and blue celebration of America’s birthday! The Parade includes bands from across the nation, fife and drum corps, floats, military and specialty units, giant balloons, equestrian demonstrations, drill teams, VIP’s, national dignitaries, celebrities and much more! Watch the Parade in comfort

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with an Upper Class provided special folding chair. This afternoon, we visit Arlington National Cemetery to pay tribute to our nation’s true heroes – the men and women who fought so bravely to defend our freedom. During your tour you will have unlimited access to a tram, which travels in continuous loops around the cemetery and makes stops at the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier, JFK’s Eternal Flame and Arlington House, the Robert E. Lee Memorial. Narrators will relate accounts of heroism and personal sacrifice as you ride. The highlight of your afternoon will be the breathtaking Changing of the Guard Ceremony at the Tomb of the Unknown Solider. Tonight, enjoy dinner on your own at one of the many great restaurants. Your Upper Class Tour Director will be glad to give you a list of restaurants in the area. This evening, you’ll witness one of the nation’s largest fireworks displays. From your special folding chairs, you’ll watch the spectacular fireworks explode with Washington DC’s monuments and the U. S. Capitol in the background. This is a moment you’ll long remember!

HIGHLIGHTS: 3 Days / 2 Nights 4 Meals

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Watch the fireworks explode from the perfect vantage point - the Marine Corps Memorial

Day 3: Washington, DC (B, L) After a leisurely morning, we’ll head to the Newseum, Washington’s newest Museum, just named #1 on the Boston Globe’s list of “Capital Additions to D.C.” Become immersed in the world’s greatest news stories. Must see exhibits include: the Berlin Wall, the 9/11 Gallery, the Watergate Door, the Pulitzer Prize Photographer’s Gallery, the Unabomber’s Cabin, the most famous newspaper headlines in world history, artifacts from the FBI’s archives, and much more! Enjoy the special exhibition, “G-Men and Journalists,” a look at the FBI’s efforts to fight crime and its starring role in popular culture. With more than 200 artifacts — including the Unabomber’s cabin, Patty Hearst’s coat and gun, and engine parts and landing gear from the planes that crashed into the

World Trade Center — nearly 300 photographs, dozens of historic newspapers and interactive displays, the exhibit reflects the sometimes cooperative, sometimes combative relationship between the FBI and the news media. You’ll enjoy a lite lunch at “The Food Section” a café catered exclusively by Wolfgang Puck and located inside the Newseum. After time at the Newseum, we begin the drive home. Share parade pictures with your friends and arrive home with a renewed sense of patriotism.

Become immersed in the world’s greatest news stories at the Newseum - including the Berlin Wall

Date: July 3-5, 2014

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Price: $499 Double, $599 Single, $479 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10%

2 Nights Accommodations & Luggage Handling 2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 1 Dinner July 4th Parade and Evening Fireworks Admissions to Arlington and Newseum Depart: Goldens Bridge 8:00 am, Mamaroneck 8:45 am, Yonkers 9:30 am Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities Return: Yonkers 7:00 pm, Mamaroneck 7:30 pm, Goldens Bridge 8:00 pm

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Moose Tracks in New Hampshire

With Lake Winnipesaukee & the White Mountains

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See these “Gentle Giants” in their native habitats on an evening Moose Tour

Day 1: Lincoln, New Hampshire (D) Witness some of the most dramatic scenery in the United States on this wonderful four day tour. Discover why the clear, crisp water and fresh mountain air has been drawing vacationers here for centuries as we search for the elusive moose that roam the White Mountains of New Hampshire. While en route today, you will have Enjoy a delicious dinner plenty of time to meet new friends and and scenic train ride get to know your Upper Class Tour Director. Arriving mid-afternoon, you’ll check into the Comfort Inn & Suites, located at the base of Loon Mountain in the stunning White Mountains. Your spacious guest room includes a - Gail P., Crestwood refrigerator, microwave, coffee maker and free HBO. During your stay, enjoy the indoor heated pool, hot tub and game room, or relax in the lobby by the fireplace. Enjoy an early dinner before you’re off on an evening moose tour. See these gentle giants in their natural habitat on a driving tour. Moose typically are best visible at dusk and your local guide knows all the best Moose “hot spots,” but please remember moose are wild animals and are unpredictable, which makes every tour different.

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Take a Tram to the top of Cannon Mountain

Day 2: White Mountains, NH (B, L) After breakfast, you’ll meet your local guide for a day exploring the majestic White Mountains of New Hampshire – learn about the wild logging days,

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to the “gilded era” of Grand Hotels, to the multi-uses of the forest today. Traveling along the Kancamagus National Scenic Byway, tour the historic Russell Colbath House, then head up Bear Notch Rd., a scenic 9 mile “shortcut” with three overlooks, two of which give breathtaking views of Mt. Washington: at 6,288’ the highest peak in the northeast. Later this morning, tour Crawford Notch State Park, with photo stops at Silver Cascade, and above the notch at the Elephant Head natural rock formation. Today enjoy an elegant lunch and guided tour of the Mount Washington Hotel. Built in 1902, the hotel is a favorite New England retreat of presidents, poets and celebrities – from Thomas Edison to Babe Ruth to several U.S. Presidents. Continue on NH Route 302 through the scenic village of Bethlehem, with its eclectic mix of summer cottage architecture, including the Main Street summer cottage of Barbara Hutton and Cary Grant. Continue past the Ammonoosuc River, where you’ll arrive at Cannon Mountain and ride the Aerial Tramway to the top of the Mountain. Witness the spectacular rugged mountain scenery and towering peaks of the Franconia and Kinsman mountain ranges, with views of Maine, New Hampshire, Vermont and Canada. You’ll stop at the Old Man Of The Mountain Historic Site in Franconia Notch – discovered in 1805, the Old Man remains the symbol of New Hampshire.

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Cruise Scenic Lake Winnipesaukee onboard the M/S Mount Washington

Day 3: Lake Winnipesaukee, NH (B,D) After breakfast, meet your guide and enjoy a scenic cruise on Lake Winnipesauke aboard the M/S Mount Washington. Your journey brings you to the port of Wolfeboro, The Oldest Summer Resort in America. Enjoy time for lunch (on own) and shopping in this delightful lakeside resort town. This afternoon, you’ll tour the Wright Museum - a museum about the World War II years with both war exhibits such as aircraft and tanks, and exhibits from everyday life. Next, visit The Old Country Store in Moultonborough and a local landmark since 1781. In the late afternoon arrive at in Meredith for the Winnipesauke Railroad Turkey Dinner Train. Board the Winnipesaukee Scenic Railroad for a two-hour trip along Lake Winnipesauke. Ride the rails while eating Harts Hot Roast Turkey carved at your table with all the trimmings!

Day 4: Canterbury, NH (B) This morning, enjoy a leisurely breakfast before heading to Canterbury Shaker Village, a National Historic Landmark and museum nestled among the rolling hills of wooded central New Hampshire. With nearly 700 acres of forests, nature trails, gardens and ponds, as well as 25 original and 4 reconstructed Shaker buildings, Canterbury Shaker Village is a must see. You’ll enjoy a guided tour of this unique “living museum” as you explore the buildings, exhibits, craft demonstrations, nature trails and more focusing on Shaker and other traditional handicrafts. After time to enjoy the museum, we begin the drive home. Share stories with friends and enjoy the camaraderie as you reminiscence about another great trip!

You’ll love the simplicity of life at the Canterbury Shaker Village

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Date: July 6-9, 2014

3 Nights Accommodations with Luggage Handling Price: $799 Double, $1,049 Single, 3 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch and 2 Dinners $769 Triple (prices per person) Expert Tour Guides Optional Insurance only 10% Dinner Train and Lake Cruise Upper Class Tour Director Depart: Yonkers 8:00 am, Mamaroneck 8:45 am, Goldens Bridge 9:30 am All taxes and gratuities Return: Goldens Bridge 5:00 pm, Mamaroneck 5:45 pm, Yonkers 6:30 pm

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Quebec Countryside Charms

Featuring Montreal, Mont Orford, Magog and more!

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Discover the juxtaposition of modern and traditional during a guided tour of Montreal

Day 1: Orford, Quebec, Canada (D) Experience the captivating beauty and serene countryside of Quebec awaiting you over the next five days. Today, you’ll make your way through the mountains of Vermont and New Hampshire, past rolling meadows and meandering streams to the city of Orford, located in the pristine Eastern Enjoy a tour and tasting Townships of the Canadian province at a local winery of Quebec. During the day, you’ll get to know your fellow travelers and Upper Class Tour Director. Arriving mid-afternoon, you’ll I recommend check in to your 4 Star Resort - Hotel you to all. I am Chéribourg – located in an idyllic setting, surrounded by magnificent trees so impressed! - Barbara G., Yonkers and seasonal flowers, you can’t help but relax and take in the scenic beauty. Take a dip in the indoor and outdoor pools, try out the pedal boats on the resort’s pond, play a little tennis, let flowered paths guide you through wonderful gardens or have your worries massaged away at the Spa (spa additional) – it’s all up to you! Enjoy cocktails during your welcome reception as we toast the upcoming tour. Dinner awaits at the hotel’s Sommets Restaurant, renowned for its fine continental-regional cuisine. The chef’s unique creations will undoubtedly stir up your taste buds with the promise of some of the most delectable dishes ever experienced.

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mountains and lakes. First, let yourself be slowly transported to the summit of Mont Orford aboard a gondola where your eyes will be delighted by the view of the Mountain. Next you’ll enjoy a tasting of local farm-fresh products as you tour a Pumpkin and Sunflower farm, located at the base of Mont Orford. In a tractor-drawn cart, you’ll marvel at the fields of endless Sunflowers, plump pumpkins, fresh vegetables, edible flowers and herbs you can pick yourself. Just down the road, you’ll come to historical Sherbrooke, the largest city in the Eastern Townships and enjoy time to discover the Marché de la Gare a local market set on the shores of Lac des Nations. You’ll have plenty of time for shopping and lunch (on own). This afternoon, partake in a captivating guided tour of Miellerie Lune de Miel, focusing on the life of bees and honey production. Don’t miss the “giant beehive” museum. You will be delighted by the chance to sample the fresh honey. What a treat! Returning to the hotel, enjoy dinner at the Sommets Restaurant. Day 3: Montreal (B, D) From Ville-Marie to the Montréal of tomorrow, you’ll discover a cosmopolitan city that lies at the juxtaposition of centuries old traditions and modern day technologies. This morning, you’ll meet your local guide to discover of one of the largest French speaking cities in the world. You’ll

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visit charming Old Montréal, the Port; Jean-Drapeau Park and Olympic Park. Heading uptown, visit the Latin Quarter, spectacular Mount Royal Park and the awe-inspiring St. Joseph’s Oratory. Marvel at the beautiful homes of Westmount and learn about the unique Underground City. Returning to Old Montréal, you’ll spend time browsing the cobblestone streets – a chance to grab lunch (on own) and do a little shopping. This afternoon, you’ll tour the finest Gothic Revival architecture in North America – Notre-Dame Basilica. Here, you’ll enjoy a guided tour and discover the history of Notre-Dame. Tonight, enjoy dinner at Vieux-Port Steakhouse overlooking the port of Montreal before returning to your resort this evening.

Later, you’ll stop by Savon des Cantons for some “good clean fun” at an artisanal soapmaking studio and boutique that crafts hand-made, 100% natural products. Lunchtime finds us in the Lakeside Village of Magog located on the shores of Lake Memphrémagog. You’ll enjoy time to explore this charming town with lovely shops. This afternoon, you’ll be treated to a tour and tasting of a Le Cep d’Argent winery. Tonight, your chef has prepared a gastronomical treat – a special gala dinner to celebrate a wonderful tour. Spend time with old and new friends revisiting all of the wonderful things you experienced on this special trip.

Day 4: Magog & Region (B, D) This morning, you’ll find yourself at the St-Benoit-du-Lac Abbey, where you’ll attend a Gregorian chant session at this famed Benedictine Monastery, overlooking Lake Memphremagog.

Day 5: Drive Home (B) Today we head for home and say “au revoir” to the charms of Quebec. We’ll stop at the duty free shop before arriving home this afternoon.

Date: July 14-18, 2014

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Meet a local beekeeper for a facsinating guided farm tour

Tour the stunning Notre Dame Basilica in Montreal

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On Broadway “Dazzling &

TONY WINNER!

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2013 Best Musical

Kinky Boots The story of Kinky Boots follows Charlie Price, who is working to save his family’s shoe factory after the sudden death of his father. Charlie finds inspiration in a fabulous entertainer in need of some sturdy stilettos. Featuring a sensational score, knockout dancing and a spectacularly uplifting story, Kinky Boots is the must-see new musical that proves that sometimes, the best way to fit in is to stand out!

Date: Saturday, February 8, 2014 Wednesday, May 14, 2014

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Rocky Love Wins!

A new musical based on the Academy Award-winning film of the same name. Rocky brings to life the story of a struggling small time Philly boxer, Rocky Balboa, who gets a once-in-a-lifetime shot to go the distance against heavyweight champ Apollo Creed. The new musical is based on the Academy Award-winning film of the same name, which starred co-librettist Sylvester Stallone in the title role. This is not a boxing musical - it is an epic love story featuring a combination of movie music and original songs. Your Price Includes:

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See It and Save! Nine Tony Awards including Best Musical

The Book of Mormon

“The best m usical of this centu r y.” The New York Times

The wait is over for our most requested show of all time!

Through special arrangements, The Upper Class has reserved a limited number of tickets for the National Tour of this year’s most popular show, The Book of Mormon. Winner of nine Tony Awards including Best Musical, The Book of Mormon follows two young missionaries who are sent to Uganda to try to convert citizens to the Mormon religion. One missionary, Elder Price, is an enthusiastic go-getter with a strong dedication to his faith, while his partner, Elder Cunningham, is a socially awkward but wellmeaning nerd whose tendency to embroider the truth soon lands him in trouble. You’ll enjoy mezzanine tickets (there’s an elevator to the mezzanine section) at the beautiful Bushnell Theater in nearby Hartford, CT, where you’ll see the show and Save $100 off NYC prices! Prior to the show, you’ll enjoy a three course lunch at the charming Wood-n-Tap restaurant.

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“Blissfully o rig outspoken a inal, irreverent, nd The New York hilarious!” Daily News

Date: Sunday, March 23, 2014, or Sunday, March 30, 2014

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On Broadway After Midnight

HARLEM'S HOTTEST CLUB. BROADWAY'S HOTTEST NIGHT.

A New Jazz-Age Musical After Midnight takes the sexy, smoky glamour of the original Jazz Age and catapults it into a whole new era of heart-pounding entertainment. After Midnight celebrates Duke Ellington’s years at Harlem’s famed Cotton Club using his original arrangements performed by a big band of 17 musicians handpicked by living jazz legend, Wynton Marsalis. The timeless tunes set against a narrative of Langston Hughes poetry provides a backdrop for an array of 25 sensational vocalists and dancers, whose interpretations will shatter everything you think you know about music, nightlife and Broadway. A NEW MUSICAL FEATURING

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Les Miserables

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The Classic Musical is Back! Based on Victor Hugo’s classic novel, Les Miserables is an epic and uplifting story about the survival of the human spirit. The magnificent score of Les Miserables includes the classic songs “I Dreamed a Dream,” “On My Own,” “Stars,” “Bring Him Home,” “Do You Hear the People Sing?,” “One Day More,” “Empty Chairs at Empty Tables,” “Master Of The House” and many more. Set to open in March, 2014, you’ll be one of the first to witness this new production of the Tony Award winning phenomenon.

Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2014 Price: $199 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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On Broadway Beautiful

The Carole King Musical 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 to her years spent as a chart-topping music legend. Relive such famous hits as “Pieces of Your Heart,” “It’s Too Late” and “I Feel The Earth Move.”

Date: Saturday, January 25, 2014 Price: $199 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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Pippin

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The Hit Musical is Back! After 40 years, Stephen Schwartz’s beloved musical Pippin is returning to Broadway…with a circusinspired twist! See Patina Miller, Matthew James Thomas, Andrea Martin and the star-studded cast show off their moves in a bold new staging of the existential musical you thought you knew. Pippin, on a death-defying journey to find his “corner of the sky,” must choose between a life that’s ordinary or a flash of singular glory.

Date: Wednesday, March 26 2014 Price: $199 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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On Broadway Bronx Bombers

Calling All Yankee Fans! A new play celebrating the timeless legacy of the New York Yankees.

ILLUSTRATION BY MARK ULRIKSEN.

Bronx Bombers follows icon Yogi Berra and his wife Carmen through a century of the team’s trials and triumphs, bringing generations of Yankee legends together on one stage. As it celebrates and explores the timeless legacy of baseball’s most iconic team, the show takes a look at how and why the Yankees have remained so undeniably great.

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Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2014 Price: $149 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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Jersey Boys It’s Too Good to Be True! Winner of the 2006 Tony Award for Best Musical, Jersey Boys is a musical biography of the Four Seasons—the rise, the tough times and personal clashes, and the ultimate triumph of a group of friends whose music became symbolic of a generation - how Frankie Valli and The Four Seasons went from being unknown New Jersey kids to international pop superstars. The show features over 30 beautifully sung tunes, including “Sherry,” “Big Girls Don’t Cry” and “Can’t Take My Eyes Off You.” You can’t help but sing along.

Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2014 Price: $199 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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On Broadway Bullets Over Broadway A new musical adaptation of Woody Allen and Douglas McGrath’s comedy. Bullets Over Broadway tells the story of an aspiring young playwright who is forced to cast a mobster’s talentless girlfriend in his latest drama in order to get it produced. Featuring music of the 1920s, the musical includes a new book by Woody Allen and features star of stage and screen Zach Braff in the leading role.

Date: Wednesday, March 26, 2014 Price: $199 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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Motown

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“You’ll joyfu the non-stoplly surrender to blitz of hits.” - The Hollyw ood Reporter

The Musical!

Motown the Musical is the real story of the oneof-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. Your Price Includes:

Date: Wednesday, April 23, 2014 Price: $189 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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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.

All return times are tentative.

Please make personal checks payable to: The Upper Class, LLC.

The Upper Class, LLC welcomes passengers over the age of 21, except when noted.

Please include the name, address and phone number of each traveler; along with date of trip with your check to ensure reservation.

To be fair to all guests, The Upper Class, LLC assigns seats for motor coach travel in order of payment received. President’s Club members may receive preferential seating. The Upper Class will try to accommodate seating and room requests, however seating assignments on motor coach travel or any other seating or room arrangements will be at the sole discretion of The Upper Class.

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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CANCELLATIONS One-Day Tours: Guests may cancel reservations up to 30 days prior to departure on one-day motor coach tour for a full credit, minus any unrecoverable charges (i.e. Theater tickets). There will be no credit or refund for any cancellation made after this time, unless The Upper Class Travel Insurance has been purchased and the Insurance terms have been complied with. Credits are valid for 12 months from the date issued. Multiple-Day Tours: Guests may cancel reservations up to 90 days prior to departure on a multiday motor coach tour for a full credit, minus any unrecoverable charges (i.e. Theater tickets). There will be no credit or refund for any cancellation made after this time, unless The Upper Class Travel Insurance has been purchased and the Travel Insurance terms have been complied with. Credits are valid for 12 months from the date issued. The Upper Class, LLC is not responsible for events cancelled out of our control. Where possible, The Upper Class will make efforts to secure alternate arrangements at our discretion. If The Upper Class, LLC is provided a rain check for a cancelled event, the rain check becomes the property of the traveler and The Upper Class assumes no further responsibility. The Upper Class, LLC reserves the right to cancel a tour for any reason. Refunds will be given for trips cancelled by The Upper Class. If The Upper Class is forced to cancel a tour due to an Act of God, compensation is at the sole discretion of The Upper Class. Guests may be photographed for the promotional purposes of The Upper Class, LLC. Payment of any amount to The Upper Class, LLC constitutes acceptance of these terms.

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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* You’re covered with our Medical Cancellation Insurance and We don’t want any of our guests to feel uncomfortable when traveling to our departure New! Winter Weather Insurance 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. In the event of snowfall of more than 2” within 12 hours prior to your trip’s departure, Winter Weather Insurance enables you to receive a full credit toward a future tour. Look for the Winter Weather icon on trips between December and March. 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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Treasures of the Metropolitan Inside the Iconic Museum

Join your friends today for a guided highlights tour of the Metropolitan Museum of Art. The Met’s extensive collection includes iconic works of art as well as some unexpected objects and places. Capturing the Museum’s depth and breadth, your guide will lead you through galleries that range from quietly intimate and personal to dramatic and awe-inspiring. After the tour, you’ll have time to explore the Museum at your own pace, including several special exhibitions, such as: In Pursuit of the Best: Nelson Rockefeller’s Vision; Silla: Korea’s Golden Kingdom; Venetian Glass by Carlo Scarpa; and the American West in Bronze (1850-1925). You’ll enjoy a lite lunch at the Museum before you begin the tour.

Date: Friday, February 21, 2014

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Depart: Mamaroneck 9:30 am, Yonkers 10:30 am Return: Yonkers 5:00 pm, Mamaroneck 6:00 pm

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Tour Grand Central

“NY’s Best Walking Tour” with Justin Ferate Discover the newly revitalized Grand Central Terminal. Recently, the legendary railroad terminal underwent a tremendous $300 million dollar restoration. You’ll see familiar places through new eyes as you learn the history and lore of this newly glistening landmark — the centerpiece of Manhattan – with nationally-noted tour guide Justin Ferate. This tour was honored in The AAA Guide to New York as “NY’s Best Walking Tour.” During the tour, you’ll discover parts of Grand Central that have been lost for decades. Delight in the medieval splendor of the Campbell Apartment and discover the mysteries of the Whispering Gallery. Lunch on own.

Justin Ferate is: “NYC’s revered Tour Guide among Tour Guides” - The NY Times Date: Saturday, February 15, 2014 Price: $69 per person Optional Insurance only $10

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Depart: Mamaroneck 10:00 am, White Plains 10:30 am, Yonkers 11:00 am Return: Yonkers 5:30 pm, White Plains 5:45 pm, Mamaroneck 6:15 pm

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Articulture at Philadelphia Flower Show Featuring Lunch at Positano Coast You know spring is just around the corner when it comes time for The Upper Class annual trip to the Philadelphia International Flower Show. Always one of our most popular trips, this is the world’s oldest and largest indoor flower show and features large-scale gardens, elaborate landscapes, and over-the-top floral creations. You’ll witness fabulous design, live entertainment, culinary demonstrations, gardening how-to workshops, and lectures by experts. This year’s theme is Articulture – art’s influence in gardening – and vice versa. The main-entry feature will include 20-foot-tall frames of plants representing famous paintings and sculptures created throughout the centuries. You’ll have time to shop from more than 140 vendors and see floral and garden experts in their glory. Prior to the Flower Show, you’ll experience a taste of the Amalfi Coast, Italy right in Old City Philadelphia when you dine on a three course meal at Positano Coast by award-winning chef Aldo Lamberti. Enjoy the great Italian cuisine under murals depicting the Italian coast – you’ll feel as if you’re in Italy!

Join your friends for the 184th Philadelphia Flower Show The world’s longest-running and largest indoor Flower Show. Join the tradition and make your own incredible memories. The people were really special. Everyone was very “good and are professional - the bus driver and the local tour guides. The restaurant’s food and service were excellent and the hotel very clean with a very nice staff. Looking forward to traveling with you again!

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Date: Wednesday, March 5, 2014 or Saturday, March 8, 2014 Price: $139 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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Depart: 3/5/14: Mamaroneck 7:45 am, White Plains 8:15 am, Yonkers 8:45 am 3/8/14: Goldens Bridge 7:45 am, White Plains 8:15 am, Yonkers 8:45 am Return: Yonkers 8:00 pm, White Plains 8:15 pm, Mamaroneck/Goldens Bridge 8:45 pm

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America’s Majestic Bald Eagle Cruise the CT River Inside a Heated Cabin

Come and enjoy early spring while experiencing the beauty and solitude of the lower Connecticut River today as we observe migrating and resident Bald Eagles. In conjunction with Audubon, an experienced naturalist talks about eagle biology and ecology and about the other wintering birds and wildlife that may be seen during your cruise, such as Osprey, Harbor Seals, a variety of Hawk species and much more. Your cruise is scheduled to coincide with the peak of prime eagle watching. In fact, our last cruise saw over 30 bald eagles – from chicks to mature adults! Your boat features a fully enclosed heated cabin, but dress warmly because you will want to be outside for most of the journey observing the wintering wildlife up close. Binoculars will be provided. For those who like their dining experience steeped in tradition, you’ll love your pre-cruise lunch at the famed Gelston House, featuring wonderful views of the CT River.

Date: Saturday, March 15, 2014 Price: $125 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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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 7:30 pm, Yonkers 7:45 pm

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Damn Yankees at the Goodspeed Opera House Immediately feel the history of the Goodspeed Opera House as you enter the beautiful lobby. After enjoying the moment, head to your Orchestra seats for today’s performance. You’ll enjoy a new take on one of the classic musicals of all time – Damn Yankees (The Red Sox version)! Damn Yankees is a heart-warming classic with a new twist. It tells the story of a die-hard Red Sox fan who makes a deal with the devil to help his team take the pennant from the dreaded Yankees. (Originally, it was the Washington Senators vs. the Yankees. The team has changed, but the story remains the same). 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: Wednesday, April 30, 2014

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Echoes of our Founding Fathers An Exploration of Washington, DC during the Cherry Blossom Festival

Experience the pageantry and beauty of the National Cherry Blossom Festival

Day 1: Washington, DC (D) Welcome aboard! Over the next three days you will experience the pageantry of the National Cherry Blossom Festival. Celebrating the 1912 gift of 3,000 cherry trees from Japan, the festival honors the coming of springtime in our nation’s capital and the enTour the Monuments with during friendship between the people your Expert Local Guide of the United States and Japan. As you make your way to Washington, take time to get to know your Upper Class Tour Director and fellow A wonderful day! travelers. Arriving in our nation’s capThe bus, tour and itol this afternoon, you’ll witness the splendors of spring as the cherry blosfood were terrific. - Marie S., Port Chester soms burst into rich whites and pink encircling the Tidal Basin (weather permitting). You’ll stop at the Jefferson Memorial for time to stroll along the cherry trees and visit the memorial dedicated to the man who eloquently wrote “all men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty and the pursuit of Happiness.” You’ll head off to your home for the next two nights at the Hilton Garden Inn, in nearby Arlington, Virginia. You’ll be treated to a welcome reception on arrival as you get to know your fellow travelers. Tonight, you’ll dine at Old Ebbitt Grill – Washington’s oldest and most historic saloon. Founded in 1856, the restaurant is a favorite dining location for Washington’s politicians and power brokers. Tour the new

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Day 2: Washington, DC (B) After breakfast, you’ll meet up with our expert local guide for a tour along the National Mall and Monument Drive. You’ll stop for intimate tours of the brand new Martin Luther King, Jr. Memorial, a fascinating look at the presidency of Franklin D. Roosevelt at his memorial and stop for a tribute to America’s Greatest Generation, the awe-inspiring World War II Memorial. This afternoon, explore the many galleries, archives and museums for which Washington is famous, including: National Archives - home to the Bill of Rights, Declaration of Independence, Constitution; National Gallery of Art, home to works from Da Vinci, Monet, Rembrandt, van Gogh and more; or choose among the many museums of the Smithsonian, including the American History, American Indian, National Portrait Gallery, Natural History, Air & Space and more.

ADD TO YOUR FUN! Tonight, join your friends for an optional dinner and show. First, you’ll dine at the elegant McCormick & Schmick’s restaurant. Then you’re off to Ford’s Theater – where President Lincoln was assassinated – for tonight’s performance of the hilarious musical comedy The 25th Annual Putnam County Spelling Bee. Dinner & Orchestra Seats for the Show only $129 per person!

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Stroll along the cherry trees when you visit the Jefferson Memorial

Day 3: Alexandria, VA (Br) This morning, you’ll travel to the Potomac River a few miles south and come upon the charming town of Alexandria. Here, your local guide will lead you through this historic town as you follow in the footsteps of our Founding Fathers. You’ll discover the town’s fascinating history and learn about Colonial customs.

You’ll then enjoy brunch inside Gadsby’s Tavern. Enter and immediately feel the atmosphere of early America inside the tavern. The tavern has been the setting for meetings of revolutionary patriots and later receptions for several Presidents of the United States. Notable visitors, aside from you, include George Washington, Thomas Jefferson, John Adams, James Madison and James Monroe. After brunch, you’ll enjoy time to explore scenic downtown Alexandria. It’s then time to head for home. As you board your bus, the culmination of events that have taken place over the past three days begins to settle in. Sink into your seat, and bid farewell to Washington, DC and use the time to plan your next Upper Class trip with your new friends! Learn about colonial customs during a tour of charming Alexandria

Attend a show at famed Ford’s Theater during an optional evening

Date: April 4-6, 2014

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2 Nights Accommodations with Luggage Handling 1 Breakfast, 1 Brunch and 1 Dinner Cherry Blossom Festival Expert Local Guides Depart: Goldens Bridge 7:00 am, Mamaroneck 7:45 am, Yonkers 8:45 am Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities Return: Yonkers 8:00 pm, Mamaroneck 8:45 pm, Goldens Bridge 9:30 pm

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Yorkville with Justin Ferate

Including Tea at Gracie Mansion’s Grand Ballroom From the Colonial era to the 21st century, Yorkville is replete with a remarkable array of impressive cultural and architectural landmarks. Join noted urban historian, Justin Ferate as we discover some of this neighborhood’s delightful treasures. View the “artistic” 19th century cottages, similar to London’s chic Chelsea district and discover one of New York’s great ecclesiastical treasures – an entire church complex built by one woman – and reminiscent of the châteaux of the Loire River Valley. Over the course of the tour, we’ll also see public art by one of the most beloved 20th century New York artists. This afternoon, visit an 18th century former NYC Parks Department storage shed – referred to today as Gracie Mansion. Now the official residence of the Mayor of NYC, you’ll tour the mansion affectionately called “The People’s House.” The tour ends in the Grand Ballroom where a delightful afternoon tea is set up for your enjoyment, including finger sandwiches, teacakes and scones.

Date: Thursday, March 20, 2014 Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only $10

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

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Longwood Gardens Spring Blooms Celebrate Springtime

Watch as spring color emerges to paint the landscape in vibrant hues. Tulips, dogwoods, wisteria and more herald spring’s arrival indoors and out. Breathe in the fresh spring air and relish the beauty of Longwood Gardens, where every day something new is coming up. Nestled in the heart of the Brandywine Valley in Kennett Square, PA, you’ll witness spring emerging from the glorious world of Longwood Gardens... a place to see dazzling displays that elevate the art of horticulture... a place to watch majestic fountains come to life... a place to relax and reconnect with nature such as the Flower Garden Walk. During a guided tour of the grounds, you’ll learn about its storied heritage as well as discover the beauty of this once private estate. Prior to your Gardens visit, enjoy an elegant three-course lunch at the Kennett Square Inn, featuring great food and colonial charm dating back to 1835.

Please note that actual bloom times may vary depending on weather.

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Date: Sunday, May 4, 2014

Price: $115 per person Optional Insurance only 10% 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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Lights, Camera, Action

A Night in Hollywood with the NY Pops Join the New York Pops at world famous Carnegie Hall for a journey through Hollywood history. From your comfortable dress circle seating, you’ll listen to famous scores by Bernard Herrmann, James Horner, Erich Korngold, Howard Shore and Hans Zimmer - the music that has transformed film’s most iconic scenes into unforgettable moments of passion, fear, love, and hope for generations of moviegoers. Prior to tonight’s concert, you’ll dine at the exquisite Firebird Restaurant. As you step through the two-story high entrance into the Dining Room adorned with exquisite china, crystal, artwork and antique books, you know you’re in for a unique dining experience. In fact, a recent episode of the hit series Mad Men was filmed here.

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Discover NY’s Irish Heritage A Guided Tour with Justin Ferate Join our award-winning, urban historian Justin Ferate on this combination bus and brief walking tour, rich with landmarks of America’s most important moments in Irish history! Among the many sights will be the former Emigrant Savings Bank, the founding site of the Ancient Order of Hibernians, the original St. Patrick’s Cathedral, the former “Five Points” district, historic sites associated with Tammany Hall, McSorley’s Old Ale House, Holy Cross Church, and sites associated with Father Duffy and the “Fighting 69th” as well as other Irish patriots. One of the day’s highlights will be your visit to the Irish Hunger Memorial - a beautifully haunting tribute and one of New York’s hidden gems. Lunch will be at Tir na nOg featuring your choice of Irish specialties. Your Price Includes:

Date: Saturday, April 12, 2014 Price: $109 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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Depart: Mamaroneck 8:00 am, White Plains 8:30 am Return: White Plains 5:45 pm, Mamaroneck 6:15 pm

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West Point Military Academy Champagne Brunch at the Thayer Hotel Join your private West Point guide for a tour as you listen to the story of West Point, its role in the Revolution, its famous history and stories about graduates who shaped our nation. The tour brings the long grey line to the present as you learn about the cadet experience and West Point’s continuing role in training the leaders of tomorrow. Traveling around the post by private transportation, you’ll make stops at the Main Cadet Chapel, Trophy Point overlooking the Hudson River, the Marching Grounds, the West Point Cemetery and Old Cadet Chapel. Discover the history of West Point through the tales of famous individuals buried at the West Point Cemetery and by visiting the Chapel, which was built in 1837. The luxurious Sunday Brunch at The Thayer Hotel is legendary. Few brunches in the United States claim as many culinary awards and glowing reviews as The Thayer. You’ll also indulge in unlimited champagne, Mimosas, and Bloody Marys during your incredible brunch!

Date: Sunday, April 13, 2014

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Price: $125 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

Depart: Mamaroneck 8:00 am, Yonkers 8:45 am, White Plains 9:00 am Return: White Plains 5:00 pm, Yonkers 5:15 pm, Mamaroneck 5:45 pm

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Strolling the High Line

Discover Manhattan’s new ribbon park

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Stroll the new High Line — a stunning new elevated “ribbon park” thirty feet in the air and overlooking the Hudson River, Chelsea, and the Gansevoort Market with noted tour guide Justin Ferate. Modeled after the Promenade Plantée in Paris, the arresting beauty and delightful vistas of the High Line have impressively transformed the neighborhood! During this guided tour, you’ll walk a portion of the startlingly delightful new High Line. Possibly, the most exciting new Manhattan addition, the High Line is a “must do!” After dining on a three-course lunch of Tuscan-inspired cuisine at Bottino, you’ll visit the remarkable Heller Gallery, dedicated entirely to the premier international contemporary artists who work in glass. Your day concludes with a visit to “Eataly,” the new over-the-top Italian shopping complex by Mario Batali, Lidia Bastianich, and Joe Bastianich. Return home with a basket of goodies!

Date: Wednesday, May 21, 2014

Your Price Includes:

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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Cirque du Soleil: Amaluna Includes Sunday Champagne Brunch

Cirque du Soleil is coming back to New York for a limited engagement. Don’t miss out – if you haven’t experienced a Cirque du Soleil show, now is your chance to be amazed. If you’ve seen one before, be amazed again! Book early as tickets sell out fast. Their newest show, Amaluna invites you to a mysterious island governed by Goddesses and guided by the cycles of the moon. But, beyond the story line, every Cirque du Soleil shows true mastery of the human body: its elasticity, its expressive capacity, the sheer wonder of the things it can do. The true story line is the virtuosity of its astonishing acrobats, trapeze artists, jugglers, hoops dancers, balance-beam artists, and other performers. Your day includes Sunday brunch at Trattoria Neo’s, considered one of the finest Italian restaurants in Queens. Your brunch buffet includes a complimentary Mimosa or Bloody Mary!

Date: Sunday, March 23, 2014 Price: $169 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

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Depart: Yonkers 11:45 am, White Plains 12:15 pm, Mamaroneck 12:45 pm Return: Mamaroneck 8:00 pm, White Plains 8:30 pm, Yonkers 8:45 pm

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Beatles Tribute

$25 Bonus at Mt. Airy Casino You’ll be transported back to the days of the 1960’s when the Beatles got their start and eventually appeared on the Ed Sullivan Show as you enjoy the tribute show Beatlemania. Recapture the excitement, the mood and the frantic intensity as these incredible musicians play all the hits from that era. Come sing and dance along with your friends and fellow musical lovers in this celebration called “Extraordinary” by the New York Daily News. 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, March 26, 2014 Price: $99 per person Optional Insurance only $10

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

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Norfolk International Military Tattoo featuring the Parade of Nations and NATOFest

Tour the Norfolk Naval Base and see the awe-inspiring US Navy’s Atlantic Fleet

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Day 1: Norfolk (D) Welcome aboard with The Upper Class as we witness the Virginia International Military Tattoo and Parade of Nations celebration in Norfolk, Virginia. During your travels you’ll meet new friends and get to know your Upper Class Tour Director. We’ll also travel over “One of the Engineering Wonders of the Modern World,” the Chesapeake Bay Bridge, en route. Upon arrival in Norfolk, check into the Norfolk Sheraton Waterside - Jody M., Yonkers Hotel – Norfolk’s only waterfront hotel, located downtown. You’re just steps from great shops and restaurants! Enjoy a welcome reception and dinner overlooking Norfolk Harbor tonight.

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Enjoy marching bands from all over the world!

Day 2: Norfolk (B, D) After a full breakfast, we’re off to tour the Norfolk Naval Station. You’ll meet a Seaman stationed at the base for a guided tour and see the awe-inspiring Atlantic Naval Fleet. You’ll have time to explore downtown before you meet your local guide for a tour of Norfolk. During your tour, you’ll visit the MacArthur Memorial, a monumental rotunda with an extensive collection of military memorabilia and the General’s personal artifacts. Then you visit Saint Paul’s Episcopal Church – built in 1739, the only link between modern Norfolk and the city’s colonial origins. Tonight dine inside Freemason Abbey, a 138 year-old renovated church in downtown Norfolk.

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Day 3: NATOFest, Parade of Nations and International Military Tattoo (B) After a full American breakfast, we witness the annual Parade of Nations! You’ll enjoy marching bands, ROTC teams, International Tattoo performers and floats representing all 28 NATO members. Our reserved seating will allow you to watch the parade in comfort. After the parade, the afternoon is yours to tour the Nauticus, an exciting science and technology center exploring the mysteries of the sea, then step aboard the USS Wisconsin, one of the largest Battleships ever built. You can also visit 28 Countries without a Passport! Food, culture and entertainment are just a few of the attractions in store for you at NATOFest. Tonight we head for the grand finale– the Virginia International Tattoo. Dubbed a “spectacle of music and might,” by CBS Sunday Morning, the Tattoo is a celebration in the grand tradition of the Royal Edinburgh Tattoo - a modern-day military celebration that springs from the centuries-old ceremony. Day 4: Drive Home (B) After breakfast at the hotel, we journey back north. During your travels as you bid farewell to your new friends and arrive home with wonderful memories of Norfolk and the International Military Tattoo.

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Witness the Tattoo, dubbed a “spectacle of music and might,” by CBS Sunday Morning

WHAT IN THE WORLD IS A TATTOO? Every April, when the azaleas are in full bloom, the citizens of Norfolk honor the NATO Armed Forces with a celebration known as the Virginia International Military Tattoo. The Tattoo Experience is Unforgettable! Once you’ve experienced the pulse-pounding beat of the drums…the heart-swelling spectacle of precision drill teams and marching bands… the call of the pipes, the swirl of the dancers, the roar of the crowd—you’ll understand why audiences are so passionate about the Tattoo. In fact, it was recently named one of the most exciting events in the world by the American Bus Association. Centuries-Old Scottish Tradition with a 21st Century American Soul! The tradition of the military “tattoo” dates back to the 17th century. With 900 international performers, as well as proud service men and women from the U.S. Army, Air Force, Navy and Marines, the Tattoo follows in the tradition of Edinburgh and Nova Scotia Tattoos. The Virginia International Tattoo is THE Tattoo in the United States! Parade of Nations

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3 Nights Waterfront Accommodations Price: $675 Double, $875 Single, with Luggage Handling $625 Triple (prices per person) 3 Breakfasts and 1 Dinner Optional Insurance only 10% Virginia International Tattoo Parade of Nations and NATOFest Depart: Goldens Bridge 7:30 am, Mamaroneck 8:15 am, Yonkers 9:00 am Return: Yonkers 5:45 pm, Mamaroneck 6:30 pm, Goldens Bridge 7:15 pm Expert Tour Guides & Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

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Coastal Maine

featuring Kennebunkport, Ogunquit and York

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Your hotel is just steps from Ogunquit Beach - named The Best Beach in New England!

Day 1: Ogunquit, Maine (D) The sea’s spectacular beauty is the focal point of this wonderful tour to Coastal Maine. Today, you’ll head just across the Maine border and check into Ogunquit’s most renowned, yearround oceanfront resort, The Anchorage By the Sea. Enjoy picturesque Ocean views from most anywhere on the grounds of this lovely property. A delicious Maine Lobster Located in the heart of Ogunquit and dinner is included just steps from the ocean, your resort also features hot tubs, indoor and outI enjoyed myself door pools, saunas and poolside bar and grill. immensely and You’ll enjoy a special welcome wouldn’t hesitate to reception with wine and cheese this travel again - truly afternoon so you can get to know your fellow travelers before we’re off to dinUpper Class ! - Edwina P, Greenwich ner at the renowned Ogunquit Lobster Pound for a succulent Lobster Bake dinner! Since 1931 “The Pound,” as locals call it, has been serving their famed hot boiled Maine lobster. In fact, Phantom Gourmet named The Pound’s crustacean creation as the “Best Boiled Lobster in New England!”

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Day 2: York, Perkins Cove and Ogunquit (B, D) This morning brings us to the to the towns of York and Cape Neddick, for a guided tour including the famous Nubble Lighthouse, the most photographed lighthouse in the country, safely guiding mariners along the treacherous Maine Coastline for nearly 125 years. Next, you’ll head to the picturesque town of Perkins Cove. OrigiNubble Lighthouse nally a fishing village, Perkins Cove

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is quintessential Maine. Here, you’ll board a boat for a first hand lobster experience during a scenic cruise. Your tour guide will discuss the lobster fishing industry and point out the many scenic points of interest along the way, providing you with insights into life along the Maine coast. You’ll return to your oceanfront resort for time for rest and relaxation this afternoon. You’re just steps from downtown Ogunquit and all the shops, galleries, museums, restaurants, famed Marginal Way and more! You won’t want to miss Ogunquit Beach, the beautiful white sandy beach, called the “Best Beach in New England.” You couldn’t be in a better spot! Tonight you’re in for a treat at Clay Hill Farm, named one of the “Best Restaurants in America” by Bon Appetit Magazine. Here, you’ll enjoy a three-course dinner and then sit back for a delightful private theater performance by a local actor. “You’ll be mesmerized” says the Cape Neddick Post. Day 3: Kennebunkport (B) This morning, you’ll meet your local guide for a tour through the historic sites in and around Kennebunk and Kennebunkport. Drive past the sandy beaches and rocky coastline, past the George Bush estate at Walker’s Point, hear the history of these shipbuilding towns and the legend of the Wedding Cake House. You’ll also visit the seaside Franciscan Monastery with its beautiful landscaping, outdoor shrines and chapel. You will love Kennebunkport for its fabulous 18th and

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The Anchorage by the Sea offers amazing views of the Maine Coastline

19th century homes, once occupied by merchants and captains of both ship and industry. This afternoon, you’ll enjoy time in Kennebunkport to explore the beauty of historic Dock Street for lunch (on own) and shopping.

ADD TO YOUR FUN!

Enjoy an evening at the Ogunquit Playhouse, called “America’s Foremost Summer Theater,” for the classic musical Grease! Dinner is included for the optional evening. Only $99 per person!

Day 4: Portsmouth, NH (B) Today you’ll begin the journey south to the charming town of Portsmouth, NH. You’ll enjoy a fully narrated Harbor Cruise as you’re transported through nearly 400 years of local and American history. This Meet a Maine Lobsterman and learn cruise offers some wonderful about the lobster industry photo opportunities of lighthouses, mansions, submarines and forts, so make sure your camera is ready! You’ll then enjoy free time to browse this quaint town and grab some lunch (on own). We’ll make a quick stop at the NH Liquor Store where you won’t believe the prices. You can then take off your lobster bib and say “Until next time” to your friends. Don’t miss strolling the picturesque Marginal Way

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Date: June 8-11, 2014

Price: $699 Double, $949 Single, $649 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10% Depart: Yonkers 6:45 am, Mamaroneck 7:30 am Return: Mamaroneck 7:30 pm, Yonkers 8:15 pm

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Discover The Cloisters featuring Fort Tryon Park

Travel to Washington Heights with award-winning urban historian, Justin Ferate to visit that romantic Gothic complex, The Cloisters. High atop Manhattan Island, The Cloisters house the Metropolitan Museum of Art’s collection of approximately five thousand works of art and architecture from medieval Europe. Best known for the beautiful tapestries and stained-glass windows on display, The Cloisters also offer architectural installations and fantastic views of the Hudson River. We will take a special guided tour of this remarkable institution. You’ll also stroll Fort Tryon Park, the former site of an American Revolutionary fort, and later the summer estate of newspaper publisher James Gordon Bennett. Later, take a driving tour of the interesting Washington Heights neighborhood. Lunch will be at Bette Midler’s popular new restaurant, New Leaf Café, where all restaurant profits go toward restoring New York City parks! Your Price Includes:

Date: Wednesday, May 7, 2014 Price: $129 per person Optional Insurance only 10%

Depart: Mamaroneck 9:15 am, White Plains 9:45 am, Yonkers 10:15 am Return: Yonkers 5:00 pm, White Plains 5:15 pm, Mamaroneck 5:45 pm

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Historic Harlem

Featuring the new Red Rooster Restaurant Harlem is one of America’s most remarkable neighborhoods. Today, you’ll be joined by our nationallyacclaimed NYC Historian, Justin Ferate, named “New York’s Most Engaging Guide,” for a historic tour of this incredibly vibrant community. You’re in for a treat as we dine at the acclaimed new restaurant by celebrity chef Marcus Samuelsson – Red Rooster. Marcus regularly appears as a judge on the very popular “Chopped” Food Network show. This afternoon, tour the charming streets with handsome homes, including Alexander Hamilton’s Home and views of City College, the Gothic “castle on the hill”, which boasts eight Nobel Prize winners. See “Striver’s Row”, the Abyssinian Baptist Church, Cathedral of St. John the Divine, Columbia University, Morningside Heights, Morris Jumel Mansion, Sylvan Terrace and Sugar Hill. This will be a true cultural and culinary experience!

Date: Monday, May 19, 2014

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Price: $119 per person Optional Insurance only 10% Depart: White Plains 9:45 am, Yonkers 10:15 am Return: Yonkers 6:30 pm, White Plains 6:45 pm

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New York’s Waterways

from the Erie Canal to the Finger Lakes

HIGHLIGHTS: 3 Days / 2 Nights 6 Meals Erie Canal Cruise Finger Lakes Winery Tours

Dine Inside Majestic Belhurst Castle

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every minute of the trip!”

- Dorothy A, Yonkers

Day 1: Erie Canal (L, D) New York’s Finger Lakes region has been described by Wine Spectator as the “wine and culinary epicenter of New York”. Join your friends to discover the vineyards, history, culture, gardens, lakes, shops and great restaurants – what more could you ask for! Travel back in history along the Erie Canalway National Heritage Corridor today and enjoy a narrated cruise traveling through the historic Lock 18, using all original equipment. Lunch is at the Canal Side Inn, a recent AAA 3-Diamond winner. Check into the Ramada Geneva Lakefront Hotel, your AAA 3-Diamond home for the next two nights is surrounded by the shimmering waters and panoramic views of Seneca Lake. Dinner is included tonight.

Day 2: Finger Lakes (B, D) After a hearty breakfast, you’re off on an exploration of the best of the Finger Lakes. You’ll learn about famed Geneva Cobblestone Houses as you drive past these beautiful homes which always bring oohs and aahs. Traveling along the west side of Seneca Lake, you’ll arrive at Glenora Wine Cellars, Enjoy world-class wines on the oldest winery on Seneca Lake, for a Finger Lakes Wine Tour a tasting of a variety of their artisian

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wines paired with local cheeses. This afternoon, you’ll board a boat for a sightseeing cruise as you sail along the still waters of Seneca Lake. Your captain provides narration as you witness the beautiful scenery and wineries from a unique perspective. Later, you’ll head over to Cayuga Lake and tour the quaint village of Seneca Falls, inspiration for the movie It’s a Wonderful Life. Tonight, you’re in for a special treat – dinner inside Belhurst Castle – a century-old Gothic-style Castle overlooking the pristine waters of Seneca Lake. You’ll dine in luxury! DAY 3: Corning (B, L) After breakfast, we’ll meet our local guide for a tour of Watkins Glen and three amazing waterfalls. You’ll learn about the geologic history of the falls as well as several local legends. Continue south to the fascinating Corning Museum of Glass. Explore 35 centuries of glassmaking - from the pharaohs to the finest Renaissance Venetian glass to larger-than-life contemporary sculptures. You’ll also witness a live glass blowing demonstration and enjoy a lite lunch at the Museum. Your Price Includes:

Price: $599 Double, $739 Single, $569 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10% Depart: Yonkers 6:30 am, Mamaroneck 7:30 am Return: Mamaroneck 8:15 pm, Yonkers 9:00 pm

Seneca Lake Scenic Cruise Dinner inside Belhurst Castle

2 Nights Accommodations & Luggage Handling 2 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches and 2 Dinners Sightseeing Cruise on Seneca Lake Wine Tastings and Expert Tour Guides Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

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The Wonders of the Chesapeake Featuring Wild Horses and Crab Capital of the World

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Search for wild ponies while exploring the barrier beaches of Assateague National Seashore

Day 1: Ocean City, Maryland (T, D) Discover the beauty and relaxed pace of the Chesapeake Bay and was perfect. I will Ocean City to experience the sun, surf continue to travel & history of this wonderful area. with The Upper Built in the grand style of Ocean Class and tell my City’s Victorian era, the Dunes Manor Hotel is set right on tne beach. See friends - Joan B., Yonkers how close you are to the beach as 2013 Chesapeake Tour soon as you enter the lobby. During your stay, enjoy afternoon tea on the large Verandah overlooking the ocean. Welcome the oceanfront view from your private balcony as you relax in your room. When you’re ready for excitement, the famous Ocean City Boardwalk is only one block away...and the rest of Ocean City awaits you. Dine at your leisure inside the Victorian Dining Room tonight.

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Day 2: Crisfield, Maryland (B, L, T) Today is Crab Day!!! Why, because we are in Crisfield, the Crab Capital of the World. You’ll begin with lunch at the Crab House. Located on the waterfront of Crisfield, you’ll enjoy an authentic “Crab Shack” experience. You’ll also taste Maryland’s Official State Dessert, the 10-layer Smith Island Cake for dessert! This afternoon, you’ll visit the J. Millard Tawes Museum for a narrated View the iconic Assateague tour. The museum traces the history of the Lower Shore and Chesapeake Bay Island Lighthouse and the influence of Native Americans

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on the early colonists. Meet your local guide for a driving tour and learn how Crisfield become the top exporter of this tasty Maryland crustacean. This afternoon, explore the beach, enjoy afternoon tea, or take a stroll down the Boardwalk to grab dinner (on own) at one of the wonderful Oceanfront restaurants. Day 3: Assateague Island (B, T, D) Meet your local guide for a sightseeing tour of Ocean City, Assateague Island National Seashore and historic Berlin. You’ll discover why the sun and surf of Ocean City has been attracting visitors since Algonquian tribes first came to the beaches to fish. Heading to nearby Assateague Island National Seashore, you’ll discover a place recreated each day by ocean wind and waves. Explore sandy beaches, salt marshes, maritime forests and coastal bays. Rest, relax and enjoy your time on the edge of the continent. Of course, our exploration of these barrier islands includes searching for wild ponies and some 320 species of migratory birds as we journey into secluded wildlife refuge areas. Assateague’s wild horses are well known, even to many people who have never been to this remote, windswept barrier island. We’ll hear the local lore about how these horses got on the island and how they continue to thrive.

HIGHLIGHTS: 4 Days / 3 Nights 10 Meals

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Your room features an oceanfront balcony and just steps to the beach!

Next, you’ll head to the historic and picturesque town of Berlin where two feature length movies were recently filmed here - Tuck Everlasting and Runaway Bride. Spend the rest of today exploring Ocean City and the Boardwalk: stroll the beautiful sandy beach, take a dip in the Ocean, enjoy afternoon tea, or relax on your private balcony overlooking the Ocean - it’s all up to you! Tonight, dine at your leisure inside the Victorian Dining Room. Day 4: Longwood Gardens (B, L) Depart Ocean City for Longwood Gardens, just outside of Philadelphia. Once the private gardens for the DuPont family, you’ll encounter a new vista at each turn: the Italian Water Garden, Flower Garden Walk, aquatic

display gardens and many others. Your visit coincides with the annual Spring Festival (actual blooms may vary). Enjoy a guided tour of the property after lunch at the Garden. Explore the wonderful gardens and the recently renovated Conservatory, a lush world of exotic flowers, cacti, bromeliads, ferns and bonsai. Departing for home, you’ll take time to bid farewell to new friends as you arrive home with great memories of the Chesapeake Bay and Your visit to Longwood Gardens coincides Ocean City. with the annual Spring Festival

Date: June 1-4, 2014

Price: $699 Double, $875 Single, $649 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10% Depart: Mamaroneck 8:00 am, Yonkers 9:00 am Return: Yonkers 7:00 pm, Mamaroneck 8:00 pm

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The Best of Cape Cod

featuring Nantucket, Martha’s Vineyard & Newport

Witness the unspoiled beauty of Cape Cod and the National Seashore

Tour Nantucket, one of the most visually stunning places in the world

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Enjoy a traditional lobsterbake dinner

Day 1: Newport and Hyannis (L) Today we journey to Rhode Island and witness America’s rich colonial and maritime history coming alive right before our eyes. En route to Newport you’ll have plenty of time to meet new friends and get to know your Upper Class Tour Director. Begin your journey by enjoying lunch at the Atlantic Beach Club, located right on the Ocean. You’ll then discover Newport “America’s First Resort.” Meet your local guide and experience the charm of Newport’s historic buildings and restored homes on a narrated tour including the rugged beauty of Ten-Mile Ocean Drive and the fabulous mansions along tree-lined Bellevue Ave. Learn about the history, gossip and lore of America’s summer playground for the rich and famous. Next, explore Newport’s famed “Bannister’s Wharf.” This 18th century wharf was the social and commercial lifeline to colonial Newport. Arriving in Hyannis tonight, check into the stylish and contemporary, Holiday Inn Hyannis providing a wonderful “home away from home” for the next four nights and featuring an indoor, heated pool, whirlpool and fitness room for your enjoyment. Day 2: Martha’s Vineyard, MA (B, D) After breakfast, board a ferry to the scenic island of Martha’s Vineyard. Often called “The Vineyard,” the island is the third largest island on the East Coast of the United States. The Vineyard is primarily known as a sum-

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mer colony, accessible only by boat and by air. Upon arrival, we’ll meet our local guide to discover some of the best the island has to offer, such as island legends, celebrity tales and views of the famous Gayhead Lighthouse. During your tour, you’ll have plenty of free time to explore charming Edgartown and enjoy lunch (on own) in this famous port town. Tonight you’ll have a special Lobster Bake dinner at the Paddock Restaurant in Hyannis, considered a Cape Cod institution. The Paddock is a combination of southern coastal European and New York “private club” with upholstered seating, white linen tablecloths, fresh cut flowers, candlelight and dark wood paneling. Day 3: Nantucket, MA (B) After breakfast, we board a ferry to Nantucket – thirty miles off the Massachusetts coast. We’ll cross Cape Cod Bay and arrive at one of the most unique, historic and visually stunning places in the world. This crescent-shaped island is in a world by itself – Cobblestone streets and an array of stately Georgian, Federal, and Greek revival homes reflect Nantucket Town’s history as a prosperous whaling port. Upon arrival, we’ll meet our local guide and board a bus for a guided tour of the island and National Historic District, where little has changed architecturally since the 17th century, as seaside cottages and oldfashioned lamps still line the streets.

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Travel to the tip of Cape Cod and explore charming Provincetown

Day 4: Provincetown, MA (B, D) After breakfast, we journey to the northern tip of Cape Cod and discover picturesque Provincetown. You’ll begin at the Provincetown Museum and the Pilgrim Monument. Next, you’re in for one of the highlights of your tour – an exhilarating tour through the sand dunes and Cape Cod National Seashore protected lands. During a guided tour, you will travel through the majestic sand dunes while your guide points out the “dune shacks” where famous artists and writers like Eugene O’Neill, Tennessee Williams and Jack Kerouac became inspired. This tour was voted Best Tour of Cape Cod by Yankee Magazine! Tonight we have a special farewell dinner at the Brazilian Grill Churrascaria. We’ll share the traditions, culture and food of southern Brazil. You’re sure to enjoy this gastronomical adventure called “Rodizio” along with the unique style and tradition of the Brazilian Gauchos.

Day 5: Sandwich, MA (Br) This morning, you’ll head to the Sandwich Glass Museum. The Museum collects, preserves and interprets the history of the Town of Sandwich, the oldest town on Cape Cod. A large part of Sandwich history is involved with American glass production. Here, you’ll witness a fascinating glass blowing demonstration. Next you’re off to the historic 300+ year old Dan’l Webster Inn, recognized as one of the “Distinguished Inns of North America.” Here, dine on a delicious brunch crafted by the Inn’s culinary team. Enjoy free time to explore the town of Sandwich before we begin the journey home. You’ll have plenty of time to revisit all the sites you saw with your new friends on this wonderful tour - another terrific Upper Class experience!

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Date: July 21-25, 2014

4 Nights Accommodations & Luggage Handling 3 Breakfasts, 1 Brunch, 1 Lunch and 2 Dinners Ferries to Martha’s Vineyard and Nantucket Expert Tour Guides Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities

Price: $899 Double, $1,199 Single, $849 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10% Depart: Yonkers 7:15 am, Mamaroneck 8:00 am Return: Mamaroneck 7:00 pm, Yonkers 7:30 pm

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Witness the iconic Gayhead Lighthouse

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Cherry Blossom Festival at the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens

Celebrate springtime today as you head to the Brooklyn Botanic Gardens for the annual Sakura Matsuri Festival. Sakura Matsuri, which means Cherry Blossom Festival in Japanese, is a celebration of traditional and contemporary Japanese culture. The Festival is one of the most popular public events of the year at Brooklyn Botanic Garden. At the festival, you’ll find a selection of Japanese foods available or choose to dine on an American menu at the Café (lunch on own). You’ll witness a celebration of Japanese culture including: • Taiko Drummers • Martial Arts Demonstrations • Classic and Ryukyu Buyo Okinawan Dance Performances • Ikebana Flower Arrangements and Demonstrations • Cosplay Fashion Show • Bonsai Demonstrations • Minbu Folk Dance • BBG Parasol Society Promenade Parade • Guided Garden Tour • Much, much more! Prior to the Festival, you’ll enjoy a hearty breakfast at Juniors, Brooklyn’s landmark restaurant! Typically, today is the peak of Cherry Blossom blooms at the Gardens; however the blooms are always up to Mother Nature. The festival is held rain or shine – so please dress appropriately and wear comfortable walking shoes.

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Date: Saturday, April 26, 2014

Brooklyn Botanic Garden Admission Japanese Culture Celebration Breakfast at Junior’s Depart: Mamaroneck 7:00 am, White Plains 7:30 am, Yonkers 8:00 am Upper Class Tour Director Return: Yonkers 4:45 pm, White Plains 5:00 pm, Mamaroneck 5:30 pm All taxes and gratuities

Price: $89 per person Optional Insurance only $10

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Tanglewood on Parade The Annual Classic is Back!

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HIGHLIGHTS: 2 Days / 1 Night 3 Meals Witness the annual favorite Tanglewood on Parade!

Year’s Most Popular Concert Stroll quaint Stockbridge

Day 1: Lenox, MA (D) Today we journey to the picturesque Berkshires to experience the beauty and history of this wonderful area. You’ll check into the Comfort Inn Great Barrington featuring a heated indoor swimming pool! You’ll enjoy a welcome reception, giving you an opportunity to meet new friends and get to know your Upper Class Tour Director. Next, we head for the picturesque grounds of Tanglewood. for the annual Tanglewood on Parade - one of the highlights of the Tanglewood season. You’ll have the chance to stroll the scenic grounds and see the many special events held only today! Prior to the concert, you’ll enjoy a picnic dinner. Tanglewood on Parade is one of the festival’s most beloved traditions and a chance to see all its orchestras perform in a single extended concert! The Boston Pops, Boston Symphony Orchestra and Tanglewood Orchestra perform a selection of popular classics, and the traditional Tanglewood on Parade finale, Tchaikovsky’s 1812 Overture.

Fireworks follow the concert!

Chesterwood Tour Fireworks after the Concert Day 2: Stockbridge, MA (B, L) After breakfast and a leisurely morning, you’ll head to historic Stockbridge for shopping on her pictureperfect Main St. – right out of the famous Norman Rockwell painting.

ADD TO YOUR FUN! Join your friends with an optional trip to the famed Norman Rockwell Museum. Highlights include Rockwell’s Saturday Evening Post covers, renowned Four Freedoms series of paintings and his original art studio. Only $20 per person! This afternoon, we’ll head to Chesterwood – for a guided tour of the country home, studio and gardens of America’s foremost public sculptor, Daniel Chester French. A National Historic Site and recently named “Best of New England” by Yankee Magazine, Chesterwood is where French planned the iconic statue of Abraham Lincoln that now sits at the Lincoln Memorial in Washington, DC. You’ll enjoy a lite lunch on the Chesterwood grounds. Your Price Includes:

Date: August 5-6, 2014

Tanglewood on Parade Seating in “The Shed” Price: $359 Double, $439 Single, 1 Night Accommodations $349 Triple (prices per person) 1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch and 1 Dinner Optional Insurance only 10% Chesterwood Tour Upper Class Tour Director Depart: Yonkers 10:30 am, Mamaroneck 11:15 am, Goldens Bridge 12:00 pm All taxes and gratuities Return: Goldens Bridge 6:00 pm, Mamaroneck 6:30 pm, Yonkers 7:00 pm

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Quintessential Maine

Featuring Boothbay Harbor, Camden and Rockport

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Our most popular Boothbay Harbor, Maine tour is back with a few new twists!

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Take time to shop at L.L. Bean’s flagship store in Freeport, Maine

Day 1: Kennebunkport to Boothbay Harbor (D) En route to Kennebunkport you’ll also have plenty of time to meet new friends and get to know your Upper Class Tour Director. On arrival in Kennebunkport, you’ll have a chance to explore the beauty of historic Dock Street. There will be time for lunch (on own) and shopping before we meet our local guide for a showcase of the historic sites in and around Kennebunkport, including the former Bush Estate, the Wedding Cake House, and much more. You will love Kennebunkport for its fabulous 18th and 19th century homes, once occupied by merchants and captains of both shipping & industry. Next, it’s off to picturesque Boothbay Harbor as you check into your hotel – the Boothbay Harbor Inn, located on the water and just steps from downtown Boothbay Harbor – just cross the harbor via the footbridge and you’re in the center of town where you’ll find an abundance of antique shops, boutiques, restaurants, art galleries and gift shops. Your room includes a private bath and many amenities. You can choose to relax in the comfort of the Inn’s cozy sitting room, where you can read a book, play cards with new friends and use the lobby computer. After time to rest and unpack, we’ll dine this evening at the hotel’s Windows on the Bay restaurant, offering breathtaking sunsets views of the inner harbor.

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Day 2: Ocean Point, Camden and Rockport (B, D) After breakfast at the hotel, we meet our local guide for a full day guided tour to discover the coastal towns of Ocean Point, Camden and Rockport – a timeless collection of Maine communities to see why they are called The Jewels of the Maine Coast and The Prettiest Towns in Maine. You’ll have time to stroll these towns with our guide and search for that perfect souvenir in the many shops. Returning to the hotel, dine off the menu at the Windows on the Bay restaurant. Day 3: Boothbay Harbor (B) This morning, you’ll board a boat for a scenic nature cruise experiencing the rocky coast along the harbor. Staying close to shore, you’ll be on the look out for hundreds of special varieties of marine life and birds that can be found in the area. After time for lunch (on own), you’ll meet your local guide for a tour of Boothbay and Boothbay Harbor to uncover the local folklore and history of these bustling seaside communities. Dinner is on your own this evening. Day 4: Boothbay Harbor (B, D) After breakfast, today is yours to relax at the hotel, taking in the sights, or go exploring into Boothbay Harbor. You can also join us on two optional adventures:

HIGHLIGHTS: 5 Days / 4 Nights 7 Meals

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Guided tour of Camden - called “The Prettiest Town in Maine”

ADD TO YOUR FUN! Enhance your vacation with an optional morning Whale Watch Cruise departing from Boothbay Harbor to the whale feeding grounds in the Atlantic Ocean. Your captain will narrate the voyage and the boat boasts 99% sightings during August! Only $69 per person! ENHANCE YOUR VACATION

Join your fellow gardeners on a guided tour of the Coastal Maine Botanical Gardens offering nature lovers a special retreat. This 248-acre garden features over 350 native species in diverse gardens, impressive stonework and waterfalls, along with waterfront and woodland trails ideal for leisurely strolls. Prior to your tour, you’ll enjoy a lite lunch at the gardens. Only $69 per person!

Tonight, we’ll meet back up for a special lobster bake dinner at the Windows on the Bay restaurant. Toast your friends to another great tour! Day 5: Freeport (B) After breakfast we head for Freeport, the home of L.L. Bean and many other outlet stores for a little shopping and lunch (on own) before heading home. We’ll make rest stops along the way home to stretch our legs. Bid farewell to your new friends as you arrive home with a new appreciation and wonderful memories of the beauty of Maine.

Date: August 4-8, 2014

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Price: $899 Double, $1,159 Single, $829 Triple (prices per person) Optional Insurance only 10%

4 Nights Accommodations with Luggage Handling 4 Breakfasts and 3 Dinners Expert Local Guides Waterfront Hotel in Boothbay Harbor Depart: Yonkers 6:15 am, Mamaroneck 7:00 am, Goldens Bridge 7:45 am Upper Class Tour Director All taxes and gratuities Return: Goldens Bridge 6:30 pm, Mamaroneck 7:00 pm, Yonkers 7:45 pm

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