2016 September Travel Catalog

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September 2016

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Last Chance for September... Only a Few Seats Left The Big E State Fair

Tuesday, September 27

Afternoon High Tea

Caroll Burnett Live! Friday September 16

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Fall

Lighthouse Cruise w Lobster Dinner new. . . . 4 Cruise NYC & Roosevelt Island new . . . . . . . . 4 Golden Age of Railroading. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5 Cirque du Soleil Kurios new . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 Oktoberfest at Villa Roma. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 6 My Mother’s Italian new date. . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Meet Ben Franklin Historic Philly new . . . . . . 7 Fall in Vermont & New Hampshire 2 days. 8-9 Showtime in Lancaster Moses 2 days. . . . . . . 10 Essex Steam Train & Riverboat . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Germanfest at Ehrhardt’s. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Weekend in the Poconos 2 days. . . . . . . . 12-13 Grand Opening Sagamore Hill new date. . . 14 The Glenn Miller Orchestra new . . . . . . . . . . 15 NYC Houses of Worship. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15 Mohonk Mountain House. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 16 Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise . . . . . . . . . . 17 Ghosts & Goblins of Greenwich Village new.17 Freedom Tower newdate. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18 Chasing Rainbows Judy Garland Story new...18 The Russian Tea Room . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .19 Temptations Tribute Ace in the Hole new. . . 20 Behind the Scenes at QVC. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .20 Apple Festival at Peddler’s Village . . . . . . . . . . 21 Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn on Bway new . . . 21 Girlfriend Get Away 2 days. . . . . . . . . . . . .22-23 Thanksgiving Parade Ballon Blow-up new. . .24 Metropolitan Opera - Aida new. . . . . . . . . . . .25

Holiday

German Christmas Market new. . . . . . . . . . . .25 Christmas in the Capital new 3 days. . . . 28-29 Nutcracker Ballet at Lincoln Center new . . . 30 Victorian Christmas in Cape May. . . . . . . . . . 30 Longwood Gardens Christmas. . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Holiday Windows with Justin Ferate new. . . 31 Radio City Christmas Spectacular. . . . . . . . . . 32 Caramoor Concert & High Tea new . . . . . . . 32 Koziar’s Christmas Village . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .33 Grand Illuminations Untermeyer new . . . . ..33 Make Your Own Holiday Decoration new . . 34 Brooklyn Holiday Lights. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 34 New Year’s Eve at Lincoln Center new. . . . . . 35 Auld Lang Sine - New Year’s Eve in Philly.36-37

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Beautiful............................................................... 46 On Your Feet new date................................... 46 Jersey Boys........................................................... 46 Waitress newdate............................................ 46 Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn new.......... ...21 & 46 The Front Page starring Nathan Lane new..... 47

Early 2017

Jerusalem - Special Exhibit at the Met new. . 38 Charming & Blessed St. Patrick’s Cathedral. . 38 Westminster Dog Show Agility Contest new.39 The Piano Men Billy and Elton Tribute new. 39

Spring Preview Savannah & Charleston. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 40-41 Cape Cod & Nantucket w Daffodils. . . . . .42-43 Showtime in Lancaster Jonah 2 days . . . . 44-45

Important Information Important Reservation Information. . . . . 26-27 Travel Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 Winter Weather Protection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27

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Lighthouse Cruise with Lobster Dinner

Get cracking this fall with lobster at Abbott’s in Noank, CT. Lobster bib not required, but recommended as you tuck into a steamed lobster, clam chowder and Abbott’s homemade potato chips, signature cole slaw and finish with a slice of old fashioned carrot cake. But first, cruise the Connecticut Harbor aboard a high-tech catamaran. Expertly narrated by your captain, see the coastline, seven different lighthouses and even the mysterious Plum Island!

Date: SATURDAY, OCTOBER Price: $151 per person Travel Protection 10%

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

Your Price Includes: Waterfront Lobster Dinner Lighthouse Cruise Expert Tour Guides Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

New York City Cruise

featuring Roosevelt Island & Four Freedoms Park

Step aboard the teak decks of an elegant 1920s style yacht to behold New York City as you cruise the East River. Focusing on the new and the old, the iconic and the unknown, this is a brand new cruise featuring Roosevelt Island and Four Freedoms Park. With expert narration, see some of the most recognizable parts of the New York City skyline including the United Nations, sparkling bridges, the Empire State Building and much more. Begin the day with a four-course lunch at Café Espanol featuring a complimentary glass of beer, wine or their specialty house sangria! Date: FRIDAY, OCTOBER Price: $159 per person Travel Protection 10%

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

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Your Price Includes: Private Cruise only for The Upper Class! Expert Tour Guides Four-Course Lunch with a Drink! Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities


The Golden Age of Railroading! featuring Gourmet Lunch and Private Dining Car

Your warm and friendly “ personalities made the trip most enjoyable!” - Tom & Janice G., Bronx

Steam back in time to the Golden Age of Railroading, when trains were elegant and good conversation was cherished! The crème of the fleet, the Rip Van Winkle Flyer is an art deco vintage train featuring oversized windows, shiny chrome, spectacular views and much more! Enjoy a luxurious, three-course, white linen gourmet meal as you speed through the majestic Catskills painted red, orange and yellow for the season. Don’t miss this special ride on the lovingly restored Flyer, which many experts consider to be the finest collection of train cars on the East Coast!

Date: SUNDAY, OCTOBER Price: $149 per person Travel Protection 10%

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

Your Price Includes: Vintage Train Ride Gourmet Lunch on Board Train Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

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Cirque du Soleil

KURIOS

The newest production from Cirque du Soleil takes you inside the curio cabinet of an ambitious inventor who reinvents everything around him. Witness acrobatic feats, fantastical dance and beautiful music while the visible becomes invisible, perspectives are transformed, and the world is literally turned upside down. Travel to New York’s Randall’s Island and be transported to a world where seeing is believing! You’ll have the perfect view from excellent, center seats. Begin the day with a three course lunch at Ann & Tony’s on Arthur Avenue. Date: SUNDAY, OCTOBER Price: $209 per person Travel Protection 10%

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

Center Seating for Cirque du Soleil Three Course Lunch at Ann & Tony’s Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

Oktoberfest at Villa Roma Resort

Celebrate the season with the festive Oktoberfest at Villa Roma Resort, set in the beautiful Catskill Mountains. Enjoy a 3-course sit-down lunch and get ready for some polka, savor some sauerbraten and bratwurst while you ring in fall with this traditional German celebration. This year’s show features an award winning German band that will have you dancing in your seats. During the performance, enjoy a complimentary beer! As an added bonus, you will also receive an All-Access Pass to the Resort’s many amenities, such as bocce, shuffleboard, an indoor pool, Jacuzzi and much more. Date: WEDNESDAY OCTOBER Price: $109 per person Travel Protection 10%

5, 2016

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

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Your Price Includes: All Access Resort Pass Coffee and Cake on arrival Three-Course Lunch Live Performance Tour Director, Taxes and Gratuities


New Date!

Starring 30 wild characters that are all too familiar, the show is one part cannoli, one part pastrami and two parts Prozac! At Foxwoods Casino in Connecticut, follow along on a wonderfully funny journey filled with everybody you know, have known, and some you’d want to forget but can’t! It will feel like you’ve just finished a family dinner with a little heartburn and lots of laughs. Play your luck with a $10 Casino Bonus and lunch at the Foxwoods Buffet. Date: WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER Price: $139 per person Travel Protection 10%

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Your Price Includes: Matinee Show $10 Casino Bonus Lunch at the Foxwoods Buffet Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

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

Meet Ben Franklin

Historic Philadelphia

Travel back in time to revolutionary Philadelphia, guided by Ben Franklin himself! With a renowned Ben Franklin historian and impersonator, visit the sites where Ben became a printer, inventor, statesmen and founding father. Hear “firsthand” stories of his life as you see some of our country’s most important landmarks including Independence Hall, the Liberty Bell and much more! History even abounds during your three-course lunch at City Tavern, a reconstructed 1700’s road house. You’ll delight in the food and the authentic costumes of the staff! This tour requires some walking. Date: TUESDAY, OCTOBER Price: $127 per person Travel Protection 10%

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

Your Price Includes: Touring Philly with “Ben Franklin” Lunch at Historic City Tavern Expert Tour Guide Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

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Vintage Train to Mt. Washington & Two Cruises! Join us for the best of New England’s fall foliage! Climb sky high above the clouds, ride the rails and cruise the waters. It’s a week of favorites and a perfect fall get away!

Day 1: Portsmouth Seaport (D)

From the clouds, climb across the sky on a vintage rail journey aboard the world’s first mountainclimbing Cog Train. Ascend the Northeast’s highest peak, the famous Mt. Washington with spectacular panoramic views, stretching to across three states and to the Atlantic Ocean. Returning to the Eagle Mountain House, relax on the 280 foot wraparound porch and soak in the beauty of the White Mountains. Enjoy dinner on your own at the hotel or explore the many cafes and restaurants downtown. Ask your Tour Director for suggestions!

Day 2: Mt. Washington (B, L)

Day 3: Vermont’s Little Grand Canyon (B)

Stroll the famous Portsmouth Seaport known for local character, unique shops, restaurants and water views that make it one of the liveliest cities in New England! After lunch on your own, take to the water aboard The Heritage, for a narrated cruise along the Portsmouth Bay. Celebrate the start of your trip with a threecourse, welcome dinner at the Woodstock Inn. Settle in for two relaxing nights at the Eagle Mountain House, featuring four-poster beds, period furnishings and New England charm. Go above the clouds at Castle in the Clouds, an iconic, turn-of-the-century mansion perched high on a mountaintop. Overlooking Lake Winnipesaukee, explore the Castle Mansion, the Carriage House and Art Gallery.

The Quechee Gorge is one of New England’s most popular natural wonders, often called Vermont’s Little Grand Canyon. Stroll the walking paths at the peak of the fall season! The wonders continue at

Tour the iconic

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Quechee Gorge Mt. Washington Castle in the Clouds Jackson Portsmouth Boston

HIGHLIGHTS:  5 Days / 4 Nights 8 Meals Lake Champlain and Portmouth Cruises

Cog Mountain Railroad Charming Stowe

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Quechee Village, with some of the best shopping in the state. Enjoy lunch on your own, visit the Cabot Store, Vermont Toy & Train Museum, Yankee Candle, and more! Your home for the next two nights will be the Commodore Inn, located in prestigious Stowe, VT. Unwind at a welcome reception tonight.

Day 4: Rolling Hills of Vermont (B, D)

After a hot breakfast, it’s a back country, rolling hills tour with stops at Emily’s Haunted Bridge, Lake Elmore, the original Vermont Country Store and more! The tour finishes with time for shopping and lunch on your own in Stowe. But save room for the afternoon Noshing Tour including tastes at the Cold Hollow Cider Mill and everyone’s favorite, Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream Factory!

This evening, celebrate your trip with a farewell dinner at the Idletyme Brewing Company, a local favorite.

Day 5: Lake Champlain Cruise (B, L) End your trip on a high note as you cruise the sparkling waters of Lake Champlain. Enjoy Lunch on the Lake in the ship’s dining rooms as you keep your eyes and cameras ready for all the lake’s beauty. You may even catch a glimpse of Champy, the resident lake legend! We then begin our journey home giving you time to bid farewell to your friends as you arrive home with wonderful memories of a colorful fall in New England.

Date: OCTOBER 3-7, 2016 Price: $899 Triple, $986 Double, $1,275 Single (prices per person) Travel Protection 10% Depart: Yonkers 6:30 am, Mamaroneck 7:15 am, Goldens Bridge 8:00 am Return: Goldens Bridge 6:30 pm, Mamaroneck 7:15 pm, Yonkers 8:00 pm

The Famed Mt. Washington Cog Railroad

Your Price Includes: 4 Nights Hotel with Luggage Service during Peak Foliage Season! 4 Breakfasts, 2 Lunches, 2 Dinners Tour Guides, Train, Cruises Tour Director, Taxes and Gratuities

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Farm Fresh Morning and two – YES TWO – musicals!

Day 1: Padre Pio and Dutch Apple (L, D) Begin in the rolling hills of Pennsylvania at the Shrine of Padre Pio, who bore the marks of Christ and was sainted by Pope John Paul II. Enjoy a hot buffet lunch served in the Centre’s Gallery Room. Begin your two show getaway with the madcap romantic comedy, Anything Goes at the Dutch Apple Theater. Spend the night at the beautiful Fulton Steamboat Inn. Day 2: Samson at Sight & Sound (B, L) Go behind the scenes at high-tech Krieder Farms on a guided tour. Enjoy lunch at the Historic Revere Tavern. The grand finale of your country get away - the curtain goes up as the famous Sight & Sound Theater presents their newest production, Samson. Samson is filled with colorful characters, extraordinary feats of strength, and amazing special effects. When Samson HIGHLIGHTS:  2 Days / 1 Night 4 Meals stands between two colossal columns in a godless temple - he Sight & Sound’s Samson Padre Pio Center literally brings the house down! Great PA Dutch Food Anything Goes at Dutch Apple Date: OCTOBER 13-14, 2016 Price: $368 Triple, $388 Double, $458 Single (prices per person) Travel Protection 10% Depart: Goldens Bridge 7:15am, Mamaroneck 8:00am, Yonkers 8:45am Return: Yonkers 9:30pm, Mamaroneck 10:15pm, Goldens Bridge 11:00pm

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Your Price Includes: Overnight Accommodations 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches and 1 Dinner Two Shows including Sight & Sound! Padre Pio Center Tour Director, Taxes and Gratuities


Essex Steam Train and Riverboat Cruise! Lunch at the Griswold Inn

Start your fall day in the historic hamlet of Essex, CT with a delicious three-course lunch at the historic Griswold Inn, built in 1776. Next, it’s “All Aboard” your vintage steam train for a narrated trip through the Connecticut River Valley as the New England countryside rolls by. At Deep River Landing, board the Becky Thatcher riverboat for a fall foliage cruise. Witness the colors of Mother Nature on full display and historic sites including Gillette Castle, Goodspeed Opera House, and more. Date: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2016 Price: $129 per person Travel Protection 10% Depart: Yonkers 8:30am, White Plains 9:00am, Mamaroneck 9:30am Return: Mamaroneck 6:45pm, White Plains 7:15pm, Yonkers 7:30pm

Your Price Includes: Steam Train Ride Connecticut Riverboat Cruise Three-Course Lunch at the Griswold Inn Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

Germanfest at Ehrhardt’s

Bavarian Oompahpah on the Waterfront! Alpine Horn? Leiderhosen? Wurst & Kraut? Make your own pretzel? Say yes and join The Upper Class for our very first outing to Germanfest at Ehrhardt’s! Located on Lake Wallenpaupack in Pennsylvania’s majestic Pocono Mountains, this waterfront resort has been run by the Ehrhardt family for close to 75 years. Arrive in time for freshly made apple streusel and get ready for a day of German-flavored fun including: • Make your own pretzels • Streudel demonstration • Open Bar from 12-3 featuring Wine and Beer • Live band playing German music & classic favorites • Alpine Horn performance, and much more! Don’t miss the Ehrhardt’s family’s signature Germanfest, a fall festival that celebrates all things Bavaria! Oompahpah! Date: WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER Price: $119 per person Travel Protection 10% Depart: Yonkers 7:15am, White Plains 7:45am Return: White Plains 6:15pm, Yonkers 6:30pm

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Your Price Includes: Three-Course German Lunch Three-Hour Open Bar German Bands, Dancers and Festivities Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

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Escape for a colorful weekend in the Poconos! Day 1: Steam Through Jim Thorpe (L, D) Be charmed by the town of Jim Thorpe, PA often known as the “Switzerland of America.” Stroll through picturesque scenery on winding lanes and the village square as you celebrate fall at the annual Fall Foliage Festival! It’s peak time to enjoy all the colors and flavors of autumn! Enjoy a three-course lunch at Molly McGuire’s, for a taste of historic charm in the center of town. This afternoon, take to the soaring, colorful mountains during a vintage train ride along the Lehigh Gorge Scenic Railway. The pinnacle of the route will be the exhilarating crossing of the Hometown High Bridge, 168 feet above the Little Schuylkill River!

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HIGHLIGHTS:  2 Days / 1 Night 3 Meals German Oktoberfest and Fall Foliage and Festivals

Vintage Pocono Train Historic Jim Thorpe

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Oktoberfest in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania

Next, head to Bethlehem, PA and tuck into a delicious four-course dinner at the Vineyard Restaurant, known for its Italian recipes made from scratch! Relax for the night at the comfortable Bethlehem Hampton Inn. Day 2: Bethlehem Oktoberfest (B) Spielplatz, Masskrugstemmen, Kunstler…what Bavarian secrets will you find? Add a little fest to your Oktober at the annual Bethlehem Oktoberfest, an authentic German festival with a special Pennsylvania flair. It’s a colorful party with live entertainment on two stages, a Festhalle Beer Tent, polka music and more! Don’t miss the glass blowing, Kunstler Markt for shopping, barrel rolling, stein races and more! Taste your way through the German fare for lunch on your own as you enjoy all the festival has to offer. The day finishes with Dachshund races, a long standing European tradition and a fan favorite in Bethlehem. Will you find the secrets of Masskrugstemmen? Date: OCTOBER 8-9, 2016 Price: $339 Triple, $357 Double, $426 Single (prices per person) Travel Protection 10% Depart: Goldens Bridge 6:30 am, Mamaroneck 7:15 am, Yonkers 8:00 am Return: Yonkers 6:00 pm, Mamaroneck 6:45 pm, Goldens Bridge 7:30 pm

Discover Jim Thorpe, the “Switzerland of America”

Your Price Includes: Overnight Accommodations Three Meals (1 Breakfast, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner) Scenic Foliage Train Ride Fall Festival & Oktoberfest Tour Director, Taxes and Gratuities

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Grand Opening of Sagamore Hill Last Chance for the Grand Opening Year

Don’t miss the final chance to see the newly restored Sagamore Hill, during

it’s Grand Opening year. Boasting a recent $10 million dollar renovation, Sagamore Hill chronicles the life of one of America’s greatest presidents, Theodore Roosevelt. Be inspired by Teddy’s legacy on a guided tour of the 23-room home, including the center hall, dining room, kitchen, drawing room and more. You can even stand on the porch where Teddy gave his speeches! Don’t miss Teddy’s personal office, a grand showcase of his exotic hunting trophies, antiques, art and priceless gifts from foreign dignitaries. Begin the day with a threecourse lunch at Canterbury’s Oyster Bar and Grill, specializing in local seafood. After lunch, enjoy free time on your own to explore the charming town of Oyster Bay. Date: SATURDAY, OCTOBER 22, 2016 Price: $129 per person Travel Protection 10% Depart: Yonkers 8:15am, White Plains 8:45am, Mamaroneck 9:15am Return: Mamaroneck 5:30pm, White Plains 6:00pm, Yonkers 6:15pm

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Your Price Includes: Tour of Sagamore Hill Lunch at Canterbury’s Restaurant Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities


The Glenn Miller Orchestra

The Legend Lives On at Penn’s Peak!

The Glenn Miller Orchestra, the most sought after big band in the world, takes to the stage at Penn’s Peak. They’ll play their biggest hits including In The Mood, Moonlight Serenade, Pennsylvania 6-5000 and many more! Begin the day with a pre-show, family style lunch featuring the signature Peak Pot Roast! The Peak is a unique music venue, featuring cathedral ceilings and spectacular views overlooking Pennsylvania’s Appalachian Mountains. It don’t mean a thing, if it ain’t got that swing!

Date: WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER Price: $149 per person Travel Protection 10%

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

Experience Glory in Gotham, as you explore some of the most significant houses of worship in the New York City. On a guided tour with Justin Ferate, be moved by the beautiful architecture and spirit of St. Paul’s Chapel, the Islamic Cultural Center, Temple EmanuEl and the Little Church Around the Corner. Learn how religion and these great houses of worship shaped much of the city’s history. Break for lunch at Le Rivage, featuring three-courses of country French fare.

Your Price Includes: Premium Seating for Glenn Miller Show Family-Style Three-Course Lunch Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

New York City’s Great Houses of Worship

Religious sites are subject to last minute changes. There is a Dress Code on this trip. Please see your confirmation for details.

Date: FRIDAY, OCTOBER Price: $119 per person Travel Protection 10%

21, 2016

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

Your Price Includes: Admissions & Donations to Places of Worship Three-Course Lunch at Le Rivage Expert Tour Guides Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

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Mohonk Mountain House

With a Rare Guided Tour and Complimentary Wine

“America’s Best” - Travel + Leisure magazine

At the peak of the fall season, treat yourself to the magic of the Mohonk Mountain House – a Victorian Castle built in 1869 on spectacular cliffs above the deep-blue waters of Lake Mohonk. Witness how the lake reflects the colors of autumn at this celebrated resort that is a timeless classic located in the heart of upstate New York’s scenic Hudson Valley. In a new addition to this favorite trip, step through the centuries on a rare guided tour that takes you through the manor’s parlors, salons, sitting rooms and more! You’ll meet Mohonk’s culinary expert before an elegant lunch buffet of modern American cuisine emphasizing wholesome foods prepared with seasonal, local ingredients. Toast your friends and the colors of fall with a complimentary glass of wine. This afternoon is yours to enjoy the resort. Choose to stroll through Mohonk’s signature Gardens and Greenhouse, tour the Barn Museum, or treat yourself to a spa treatment (spa is additional).

Scenic Carriage Ride Join your friends for an optional horse drawn carriage tour of the Mohonk property. It’s a fall foliage experience not to be missed! See the gardens, trails and colorful views. Only $30 when booked with your reservation! $45 if booked after October 1st Date: THURSDAY, OCTOBER Price: $149 per person Travel Protection 10%

27, 2016

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

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Your Price Includes: Mohonk Resort Day Pass Lunch with a Glass of Wine Culinary Traditions Talk Historic Tour of Mohonk House Tour Director, Taxes and Gratuities


Hudson River Fall Foliage Cruise

with Lunch at The Thayer Hotel

Cruise into the colors of fall on a narrated Hudson River cruise on board The Pride of the Hudson. Witness the colorful and majestic Hudson Highlands from the open air sundeck or enjoy the comfort of the main salon featuring huge, wrap-around windows. Before boarding, enjoy a chef ’s lunch buffet at The Historic Thayer Hotel, in their elegant dining room. Pile your plate...then go back for seconds and even thirds but save room for the many desserts that are sure to make your mouth water! Cruise, Eat and Drink…makes for a great day in the fall! Date: SATURDAY, OCTOBER Price: $139 per person Travel Protection 10%

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Depart: Yonkers 9:30am, White Plains10:00am, Goldens Bridge 10:30am Return: Goldens Bridge 5:30pm, White Plains 6:00pm, Yonkers 6:15pm

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Ghosts & Goblins of Greenwich Village

A Spine Tingling Day with Justin Ferate Spend a spine tingling day in New York City with everyone’s favorite tour guide, Justin Ferate. Stroll the crooked lanes of Greenwich Village to see the Ghostly Firehouse, the site where Edgar Allan Poe wrote “The Raven,” hidden burial grounds and more. Keep your eyes peeled for the ghost of Eleanor Roosevelt, often sighted in this area. Don’t miss the Merchant’s House, the city’s most haunted house! Ward off the spirits with a hearty and festive, four course lunch at Café Espanol including a glass of beer, wine or sangria!.

Date: MONDAY, OCTOBER Price: $125 per person Travel Protection 10%

31, 2016

Depart: Mamaroneck 7:30am, White Plains 8:00am, Yonkers 8:30am Return: Yonkers 5:30pm, White Plains 5:45pm, Mamaroneck 6:15pm

Your Price Includes: Four-Course Lunch with a Drink! Entrance to Merchant House Expert Tour Guide Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

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Freedom Tower see forever

The Freedom Tower has quickly become an international beacon of hope, rebirth and spirit. Now the Tallest Building in the Western Hemisphere, the Tower was recently named one of the best new attractions in the world. Experience the Tower’s three levels of innovation and inspiration from the One World Observatory, the Sky Portal, and more. Take time for beauty and reflection with time at the 9/11 Memorial Pools (does not include time or admission to the 9/11 Museum). On this special day, it will seem as if you can “See Forever” as you touch the sky. Enjoy a three course lunch at Ryan MacGuire’s, a local favorite! Date: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER Price: $129 per person Travel Protection 10%

New Date!

5, 2016

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

Your Price Includes: The Top of the Freedom Tower Time at the 9/11 Memorial Lunch at Ryan MacGuire’s Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

The Story of Judy Garland Chasing Rainbows makes its worldwide debut at Connecticut’s Goodspeed Opera House, bringing the superstar’s story to life with heartbreak, hope and the music that made her famous. I Can’t Give You Anything But Love, You Made Me Love You, and of course, Over the Rainbow, sweeten Judy’s story as she fights to hold her family together and proves that the dreams that you dare to dream, really do come true! Begin the day with a pre-show, threecourse lunch at the Gelston House, steeped in tradition and a spectacular setting on the banks of the Connecticut River. Date: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 2, 2016 Price: $169 per person Travel Protection 10% Depart: Yonkers 8:30am, White Plains 9:00am, Mamaroneck 9:30am Return: Mamaroneck 6:15pm, White Plains 6:45pm, Yonkers 7:00pm

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Your Price Includes: Orchestra Seating at the Goodspeed Three-Course Lunch at the Gelston House Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities


The Russian Tea Room Featuring the Faberge Eggs

The Russian Tea Room is an iconic city landmark sparkling with a $19 million renovation. Step back in time for an authentic, three-course Russian luncheon spiced with history, glamour, and a complimentary glass of wine! Savor a feast for the senses, with antique samovars, crimson leather banquettes and the Tea Room’s famous, vivid green walls. Your Russian voyage continues with a special exhibit featuring three of the famous Faberge Eggs at the Metropolitan Museum of Art. These priceless, Russian artworks have captured the world’s imagination for generations, each with a mysterious story dating back to the Russian Revolution, and each with a spectacular beauty of its own. No passport required for this day of international travel, from Russia with Love! Date: THURSDAY, NOVEMBER Price: $179 per person Travel Protection 10%

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Depart: Mamaroneck 9:30am, White Plains 10:00am, Yonkers 10:30am Return: Yonkers 6:30pm, White Plains 6:45pm, Mamaroneck 7:15pm

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Ace in the Hole: Tribute to the Temptations

Get Ready…Music of Motown!

Get Ready! During this Ace in the Hole tribute to the Temptations, you’ll sing and dance along to the hit tunes from the 60’s, 70’s and more! The Motown Era comes to life at the beautiful Royal Manor in nearby Garfield, NJ with an all day celebration! Toast old friends and new with two complimentary drinks, a four-course family style lunch, door prizes, 50/50 drawings, boutique shopping and much more! My Girl, Just My Imagination, Ain’t Too Proud to Beg, Get Ready, …the hits just keep on coming!

Date: TUESDAY, NOVEMBER Price: $119 per person Travel Protection 10%

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Depart: Mamaroneck 9:30am, White Plains 10:00am, Yonkers 10:30am Return: Yonkers 4:45pm, White Plains 5:00pm, Mamaroneck 5:30pm

Your Price Includes: Tribute to the Temptations Show Four-Course Family-Style Lunch Two Complimentary Cocktails! Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

Behind the Scenes at QVC Studios Go behind the scenes at the QVC World Headquarters! At the state-of-the-art broadcast facility you’ll see how products are sourced, tested, brought to life on air and delivered to millions of QVC viewers. From the Observation Deck, see the spectacular views of QVC’s most famous studios before heading to the Studio Store to find your favorite items - as seen on TV! Begin your day with a threecourse lunch at Spasso Grill, known for its taste of Italy in the heart of Philadelphia’s Old City. Date: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER Price: $114 per person Travel Protection 10%

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Apple Festival

at Peddler’s Village

Peddler’s Village Apple Festival is one of the most popular festivals of the year! Witness the turning leaves as you stroll the winding brick pathways while noshing on a variety of apple treats such as fritters, cider, dumplings, pie and more (some food may require additional purchase). Browse among the one-of-akind shops, using a bonus coupon book full of savings! Enjoy a three-course lunch at the famous Cock n Bull Restaurant, serving traditional American classics in a charming colonial setting. Date: SUNDAY, NOVEMBER Price: $99 per person Travel Protection 10%

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

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Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn

Start the holiday season as one of the most beloved movies of all time goes from screen to the Broadway stage! Irving Berlin’s classic film is brought to life in a dance-dizzy romance sprinkled with holiday magic! Begin the season with some of the world’s greatest show tunes, including Happy Holiday, Easter Parade, Be Careful, It’s My Heart and perhaps the movie’s most famous tune, White Christmas. Pre-show lunch at Pietrasanta. Date: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER Price: $229 per person Travel Protection 10%

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Depart: Mamaroneck 9:15am, White Plains 9:45am, Yonkers 10:15am Return: Yonkers 6:15pm, White Plains 6:30pm, Mamaroneck 7:00pm

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Leave the men at home! escape for a night in the Berkshires. Bring your girlfriends, and meet new ones, while you enjoy a girl’s weekend of shopping, wine and a relaxing massage! Day 1: Brunch, Massage and Girls Night Out! (Br, D) Your escape begins at the Cranwell Resort, your haven for the night. A famous Berkshire “Cottage,” The Cranwell is an elite member of the Historic Hotels of America. Relax in the lap of luxury as the Cranwell has numerous “Best of ” awards, such as “Best US Resort,” “Best of New England,” “Best Spa in New England,” and one of the “Best Spas in the World.” Gather for girl time during brunch at the Cranwell. After brunch, experience the ultimate relaxation with a 60-minute massage at the Resort’s exclusive spa. Continue with more spa appointments on your own or relax throughout the day among the resort’s beautiful amenities. Eat your heart out during Girls Night Out! Grab the girls for a festive group dinner at the Cork n Hearth Restaurant, known for their cozy atmosphere and comfort food favorites.

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60 Minute Massage Food and Wine Tasting

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Day 2: Relax, Laugh, Shop and Wine! (B, W) The morning is yours to enjoy more spa appointments on your own, sleep in, relax in your luxurious room and have breakfast with the girls! After checking out, get ready to shop in the quaint town of Great Barrington, MA. Known for its shops, boutiques, galleries, cafes and you’ll shop to your heart’s content! It wouldn’t be a Girlfriend’s Getaway without wine! After lunch on your own, we’ll depart Great Barrington for the Furnace Brook Winery. Toast your friends while sampling a variety of different wines paired with cheese and fruit in their special tasting room. A perfect end to your girl’s getaway weekend!

Date: November 13-14, 2016

Price: $435 Triple, $469 Double, $555 Single (prices per person) Travel Protection 10% Depart: Yonkers 7:30 am, Mamaroneck 8:00 am, Goldens Bridge 8:30 am Return: Goldens Bridge 5:15 pm, Mamaroneck 5:45 pm, Yonkers 6:15 pm

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Thanksgiving Parade

Balloon Blow Up

The Thanksgiving Parade is one of the country’s most beloved traditions. See the parade from a whole new perspective - the night before! With Justin Ferate, everyone’s favorite tour guide, stroll New York City’s Upper West Side as the parade’s balloons inflate around you. You’ve always wanted to see this incredible spectacle and now it couldn’t be easier! See the tradition come to life as these balloons - some 10 stories tall – take shape before your eyes! As only he can, Justin will share fun facts and history of the neighborhood, the parade and more. Begin this once-in-a-lifetime experience with an early, threecourse dinner at Restaurant Patrick. Date: WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER Price: $129 per person Travel Protection 10%

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Aida

The Metropolitan Opera House at Lincoln Center

Aida is a story for the ages. Written by Verdi and first performed in 1871, Aida is one of the world’s most important operas. Set on the incomparable stage at Lincoln Center’s Metropolitan Opera House, Aida features larger than life sets, authentic costumes and music that will take your breath away. You’ll be on the edge of your seat as Radamès struggles between his love for Aida and his loyalty to the Pharaoh. This is the ultimate opera experience for opera novices and experts alike! Begin with a pre-show brunch at Henry’s Restaurant, a West Side favorite! Date: SATURDAY, NOVEMBER Price: $229 per person Travel Protection 10%

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Depart: Mamaroneck 8:00am, White Plains 8:30am, Yonkers 9:00am Return: Yonkers 5:00pm, White Plains 5:15pm, Mamaroneck 5:45pm

Your Price Includes: Rear Orchestra Tickets at the World Famous Metropolitan Opera House Brunch at Henry’s Restaurant Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

Weihnachtsmarkt German Christmas Market It’s a European Christmas Celebration in nearby Sparta, NJ! This magical German Christmas Market beckons to all with music, dancing, leiderhosen and authentic wooden huts set along beautiful Lake Mohawk. Named one of the Top Ten Things to do in NJ, it’s a can’t-miss event for merry shoppers! Make your list and check it twice with beautifully crafted and unique gifts from vendors near and far. You’re sure to find the perfect gifts while basking in this enchanting, festive atmosphere. Begin the day at Ristorante Il Porto, with a holiday lunch overlooking the lake! Date: SUNDAY, DECEMBER Price: $109 per person Travel Protection 10%

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Your Price Includes: Three-course Lunch at Ristorante Il Porto German Christmas Market Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

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Important Reservation Information PAYMENTS

GENERAL INFORMATION

One-Day Tours: For one-day tours, full payment is due within seven days of making a reservation. If a guest elects to purchase Travel Protection, the Protection 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 50% 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 Protection, the Protection cost is due within seven days of making a reservation.

It is the travelers’ responsibility to arrive at least 15 minutes prior to departure at designated departure locations. Any guest not arriving in time for departure may be left behind. The Upper Class, LLC assumes no responsibility for guests arriving late or to the wrong departure point.

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.

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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There is no smoking on any motor coach.

The Upper Class, LLC reserves the right to remove any guest who is interfering with the enjoyment of others. Any person reserving or purchasing any of The Upper Class, LLC products published in this brochure accepts the condition that The Upper Class reserves the right to change or cancel itineraries, hotels and other tour components at the sole discretion of The Upper Class. If this occurs, efforts will be made to offer alternative dates or programs. Trips depart in all weather conditions at the sole discretion of The Upper Class, LLC. Discounts and offers may not be combined. Credits are valid for 12 months from the date issued.

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Important Reservation Information TRAVEL PROTECTION PROGRAM

CANCELLATIONS

If a guest is unable to travel due to illness or other health issues, The Upper Class Travel Protection program provides a refund for the cost of any trip, minus the price of the Protection. 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.

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 Protection has been purchased and the Protection terms have been complied with. Credits are valid for 12 months from the date issued.

The Upper Class Travel Protection is available for purchase within seven days of making your reservation, but not less than 30 days or more prior to travel.. Claims must be received within 14 days after the departure date of the tour and are available for cancellations due to medical reasons only. Once purchased, it is non-refundable and nontransferable. The 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.

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 Protection has been purchased and the Travel Protection terms have been complied with. Credits are valid for 12 months from the date issued.

WINTER WEATHER PROTECTION 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 Protection Program. The Winter Weather Protection 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 Protection Program is available on tours during the months of December through March and is designated by the Winter Weather Protection Program icon on each individual trip. Winter Weather Protection 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.

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.

PERSONAL PROPERTY DISCLAIMER The Upper Class, LLC is not responsible for, and does not assume any liability or accept claims for loss of, or damage to automobiles or personal property due to vandalism, breakage, theft, or wear and tear.

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Christmas in the Capital National Cathedral and A Christmas Carol

Celebrate the season with twinkling lights, holiday markets and Christmas spirit in our nation’s capital! Day 1: Ghosts of Christmas Past (D) Begin with a glass of holiday cheer at a welcome reception before dinner high above the city at the Vantage Point Restaurant. Meet the ghosts of Christmas past as Ebenezer Scrooge stars in the beloved play, A Christmas Carol held at the famous Ford Theater. After the show, relax at the Holiday Inn Roslyn - your home for the next two nights. Day 2: Deck the Halls! (B, D) Start your morning at the National Botanic Gardens, an indoor holiday, winter wonderland. Next, experience DC’s legendary Holiday Market featuring seasonal entertainment and festive food, with plenty of time for lunch and shopping on your own. This afternoon, take a guided tour of Old Town Alexandria decked for the holidays. You’ll even see where Robert E. Lee and George Washington attended holiday services hundreds of years ago.

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Tonight, it’s a magical candlelight tour of Mt. Vernon, George Washington’s home. With characterguided tours, 18th century dancing and fireside caroling, celebrate a Founding Father’s Christmas!

Day 3: Hark the Herald! (B) Feel the true meaning of Christmas during Mass at the National Cathedral. Be moved by the Holy Communion and a small choir performance. Your DC Holiday finishes with shopping in Georgetown, known for its canopy of twinkling lights. Make your list, check it twice! Date: DECEMBER 2-4, 2016 Price: $469 Triple, $499 Double, $589 Single (prices per person) Travel Protection 10% Depart: Mamaroneck 7:30 am, Yonkers 8:30 am Return: Yonkers 7:30 pm, Mamaroneck 8:15 pm

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Two Nights Accommodations 2 Breakfasts and 2 Dinners Mass at National Cathedral, Ford’s Theater, National Botanic Garden and more Tour Director, Taxes and Gratuities

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The Nutcracker Ballet at lincoln center

Sugar Plum Fairies take flight as the curtain goes up on The Nutcracker Ballet, presented on the incomparable stage at Lincoln Center. Performed by the world class New York City Ballet with an instantly recognizable score, you’ll be transported to a world of holiday wonder. Mischievous mice are foiled by toy soldiers, dazzling ballerinas reveal the enchanting Land of Sweets and adorable Clara makes everyone believe. From excellent second ring seats, enjoy “the mother of all Nutcrackers,” the version that originated a centuries old, American tradition. Begin the day with a brunch buffet at Restaurant Patrick.

Date: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 3, 2016 Price: $229 per person WINTER WEATHER PROTECTION details on page 27 Travel Protection 10%

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Depart: Mamaroneck 9:15am, White Plains 9:45am, Yonkers 10:15am Return: Yonkers 6:15pm, White Plains 6:30pm, Mamaroneck 7:00pm

Orchestra Seating at Lincoln Center Brunch at Restaurant Patrick Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

Victorian Christmas in Cape May

Twilight Trolley

Relive the quaint charm of a Victorian Christmas in Cape May, NJ, as this seaside town is transformed into a Dickens village for the holidays! The history begins with lunch at the charming Washington Inn. Next, it’s an Old Fashioned Holiday with a guided tour of an 1800’s, gingerbread style home decked with holiday decor of centuries past. As the sun begins to set, board an antique trolley car for a guided twilight tour through the Victorian era, complete with twinkling lights, Christmas carols and all the holiday trimmings! Date: MONDAY, DECEMBER Price: $139 per person Travel Protection 10%

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Your Price Includes: Victorian Physick Estate Holiday Tour Holiday Lights Twilight Trolley Tour Lunch at the Washington Inn Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities


Longwood Gardens

Holiday Celebration

Be enchanted by the floating tree display, hundreds of sparkling snowflakes, thousands of twinkling lights and the illuminated fountain show in the open air theater at the Longwood Gardens Annual Holiday Celebration! On a guided docent tour, marvel at the famous gardens and conservatories including the spectacular waterfalls, poinsettia displays and an incredible, 25-foot Christmas tree. This is an annual holiday classic not to be missed! Enjoy lunch at the gardens at the restaurant of your choice!

This tour requires some walking.

Date: WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 7, 2016 Price: $124 per person WINTER WEATHER PROTECTION details on page 27 Travel Protection 10% Depart: White Plains 8:00am, Yonkers 8:30am Return: Yonkers 9:30pm, White Plains 9:45pm

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Holiday Windows

Justin Ferate

Be delighted by New York City’s holiday windows on an exclusive tour led by everyone’s favorite tour guide, Justin Ferate.

Each year, the most famous stores unveil new displays, creating miniature worlds of holiday magic contained behind the glass. After uptown stops at Tiffany and Bergdorf, be whisked downtown to Lord & Taylor, driving past the tree at Rockefeller Center on the way. Finish at Macy’s, for our very own Miracle on 34th Street! Enjoy lunch at E&E Grill. This tour requires some walking. Date: FRIDAY, DECEMBER 9, 2016 Price: $129 per person WINTER WEATHER PROTECTION details on page 27 Travel Protection 10% Depart: Mamaroneck 9:15am, White Plains 9:45am, Yonkers 10:15am Return: Yonkers 6:00pm, White Plains 6:15pm, Mamaroneck 6:45pm

Your Price Includes: Guided tour with Justin Ferate Lunch at E&E Grill Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

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RADIO CITY

Christmas Spectacular

The Radio City Christmas Spectacular is the epitome of Christmas in New York City. Enjoy orchestra seats to witness the high-kicking precision of the Radio City Rockettes as they perform their legendary Parade of the Wooden Soldiers, the 12 Days of Christmas, The Living Nativity and more! Innovative 3-D technology puts you into Santa’s sleigh as it soars through the city right to the door of Radio City Music Hall. Enjoy family-style lunch at Carmine’s before the show. Date: THURSDAY, DECEMBER 8, 2016 Price: $179 per person WINTER WEATHER PROTECTION details on page 27 Travel Protection 10% Depart: White Plains 9:45am, Yonkers 10:15am Return: Yonkers 6:14pm, White Plains 6:30pm

Caramoor

More Christmas Magic

After the show, go behind the scenes on an optional Stage Door Tour of Radio City Music Hall. Witness secrets of the Great Stage, meet a Rockette, and more!

$25 per person

Your Price Includes: Orchestra Seating at Radio City Music Hall Four-Course Lunch at Carmine’s Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

Concert & High Tea

Featuring a grand manor house, Caramoor is a National Historic Landmark in nearby Katonah, NY. With hand painted murals, coffered ceilings and priceless antiques, music has always been the soul of the home. Absorb the richness of a bygone era on a guided tour of the main house, followed by a holiday concert. With festive decorations and table service in the majestic Music Room, enjoy music set to an assortment of finger sandwiches, holiday treats and a variety of teas. Date: SUNDAY, DECEMBER 11, 2016 Price: $139 per person WINTER WEATHER PROTECTION details on page 27 Travel Protection 10% Depart: Yonkers 11:30am, White Plains 12:00pm Return: White Plains 5:00pm, Yonkers 5:15pm

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Koziar’s Christmas Village

Step into a dazzling holiday land set aglow with more than one million twinkling lights. An extraordinary Christmas village, Koziar’s features breathtaking views, charming walkways and magical displays. This Winter Wonderland includes stops at The Toy Maker’s Shop, The Kissing Bridge and an Old Fashioned Bakery. Marvel at interactive displays featuring the classic Manger Scene, The Night Before Christmas and more! Begin your day with an early dinner at the Historic Haags Hotel, famous for its Homestyle Dinner featuring country style comfort foods in an Americana setting. Date: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 10, 2016 Price: $105 per person WINTER WEATHER PROTECTION details on page 27 Travel Protection 10% Depart: White Plains 11:45am, Yonkers 12:15pm Return: Yonkers 9:00pm, White Plains 9:15pm

Your Price Includes: Entrace to Koziar’s Village Dinner at Historic Haag’s Hotel Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

Grand Illuminations Untermeyer Gardens Winterfest

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See the incredible transformation of Yonkers, never more evident than during the holidays! Join nationally acclaimed guide Justin Ferate on a tour through the Grand Illumination at Untermeyer Park. Stroll through thousands of twinkling lights in the Walled Garden, the Sky Temple, the soaring Untermeyer lions and more! Begin with a festive lunch at the famous X20 Restaurant, as Chef Xavier presents a three course lunch served with stunning views of the Hudson. Travel through Christmases past, present and future on this unique glimpse into our own backyard! This tour requires some walking.

Date: WEDNESDAY, DECEMBER 14, 2016 Price: $125 per person WINTER WEATHER PROTECTION details on page 27 Travel Protection 10% Depart: Mamaroneck 11:30am, White Plains 12:00pm, Yonkers 12:30pm Return: Yonkers 7:00pm, White Plains 7:15pm, Mamaroneck 7:45pm

Your Price Includes: Holiday Lunch at X2O Guided Tour with Justin Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

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Christmas at Olana

Make Your Own Holiday Decoration Olana, a majestic castle of the Hudson Valley, offers magnificent sweeping vistas of the Catskill Mountains, the Hudson River and the Taconic Hills. On a guided tour of this Persian-inspired home, see the world class art, antiques, seasonal decor and learn why the original owner named it the “Center of the World.” Be inspired as you meet one of the castle’s artists who will help you make your own holiday table decoration. Bring your creativity, holiday adventure and pruning shears. You’ll go home with your very own masterpeice! Before working up an artist’s appetite, enjoy a three course lunch at Savona’s. Date: FRIDAY, DECEMBER Price: $139 per person Travel Protection 10%

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

Your Price Includes: Holiday Tour at Olana Interactive Class with Master Gardener Three-Course Lunch at Savona’s Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

Brooklyn Holiday Lights

See the Christmas spirit brought to “light” in Brooklyn. With everyone’s favorite tour guide, Justin Ferate, see Brooklyn sparkling with thousands of lights, larger than life snowmen, 30-foot tall toy soldiers and more! Be dazzled by the neighborhood block displays as well as the the stately homes of Dyker Heights decorated for the season. Enjoy a three-course dinner at award winning Tommaso’s Restaurant in Dyker Heights. You’ll be amazed by this homegrown, over-the-top Brooklyn Holiday Lights celebration. This tour requires some walking. Date: TUESDAY, DECEMBER 13, 2016 Price: $119 per person WINTER WEATHER PROTECTION details on page 27 Travel Protection 10% Depart: Mamaroneck 1:30pm, White Plains 2:00pm, Yonkers 2:30pm Return: Yonkers 10:00pm, White Plains 10:30pm, Mamaroneck 11:00pm

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New Year’s Eve at Lincoln Center Some Enchanted Evening

The New York Philharmonic a night of american classics

Ring in the New Year with an “Enchanted Evening” at Lincoln Center! Wear your festive finest and celebrate New Year’s Eve with the New York Philharmonic Orchestra. It’s a night of American classics, featuring the beloved works of Rodgers & Hammerstein. Be swept away by the magic of the night as your favorite songs are played on one of the most famous stages in the world. At the forefront of theater’s Golden Age, Rodgers & Hammerstein created the music for The King and I, South Pacific, The Sound of Music, Oklahoma, Carousel and many more. Enjoy orchestra seating for what will be “Some Enchanted Evening” and a once-in-alifetime experience. Celebrate with friends and make new ones at dinner before the show at Le Rivage. Welcome the New Year with a complimentary champagne toast! Date: SATURDAY, DECEMBER 31, 2016 Price: $249 per person WINTER WEATHER PROTECTION Travel Protection 10% details on page 29 Depart: Mamaroneck 2:00pm, White Plains 2:30pm, Yonkers 3:00pm Return: Yonkers 11:45pm, White Plains 12:00pm, Mamaroneck 12:30pm

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Make your spirit bright as you say goodbye to 2016 and ring in the New Year! Relax overnight at the comfortable Hilton Garden Inn, located downtown. Two days in the City of Brotherly Love is the perfect place to sing along to the happiest rendition of Auld Lang Sine! Day 1: Begin with a Bang! Fireworks and A Dinner Cruise (D) Begin with a Bang on a spectacular fireworks dinner cruise! Make your spirit bright aboard the Spirit of Philadelphia, your luxury yacht featuring dancing, a decadent New Year’s buffet feast and the best view of Philly’s Waterfront Fireworks over the Bay. Dance among the waves as the river lights up with fireworks overhead!

Continue the Celebration AN EVENING CONCERT

Ring in the New Year with a celebratory symphony presented by the highly acclaimed Philadelphia Orchestra. From your orchestra seats, revel in the Annual New Year’s Eve Concert, under the sparkling dome at Philadelphia’s Kimmel Center.

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Mummer’s Day Fancy Brigade Finale Reserved Seats Experience the colorful Mummer’s Day Parade Fireworks Dinner Cruise

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Day 2: Fancy Brigade New Year’s Day Mummer’s Parade (B) The Mummer’s Parade is a long standing, Philadelphia tradition, featuring competing troupes trying to outdo each other with elaborate, bright costumes and creative dances. Originating as street celebrations in the 1800’s, the Mummer’s Day Parade is believed to be the country’s oldest folk festival. Cheer on the parade as it winds through downtown Philly. Then, move to the second event of the day, the enormous parade finale! From your reserved seating inside the Convention Center, witness this “fanciest” of celebrations-a cross between a Broadway show and Mardi Gras! Date: DECEMBER 31 - JANUARY Price: $429 Triple, $459 Double $569 Single (prices per person) Travel Protection 10%

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Depart: Goldens Bridge 10:30 am, Mamaroneck 11:15 am, Yonkers 12:00 pm Return: Yonkers 6:30 pm, Mamaroneck 7:15 pm, Goldens Bridge 8:00 pm

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Jerusalem The Holy City

a special exhibit

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Jerusalem, The Holy City, has captivated the world for centuries. On a guided tour, be one of the first to experience the new exhibit, Every People Under Heaven, and be transported back in time to this medieval city. Debuting at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, see how Jerusalem inspired the world with faith, strength and of course, art. Featuring more than 200 priceless masterpieces, many items are being unveiled for the first time, never before shared with the public. Begin the day with a three course lunch at E&E Grill before stepping into history that continues to shape our world today. This tour requires some walking. Date: FRIDAY, JANUARY Price: $129 per person Travel Protection 10%

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

Entrance to Metropolitan Museum of Art Guided Tour of the Special Exhibit Three-Course Lunch at E&E Grill Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

Charming and Blessed New York Elegant High Tea and St. Patrick’s Cathedral

Go behind the scenes at one of the world’s most iconic and blessed buildings, St. Patrick’s Cathedral. Step through the towering doors and into the spirit of this celebrated church as you attend afternoon mass. On a guided tour, be amazed by many of the highlights including stained glass windows, restoration for the Pope’s recent visit and private areas. From massive and soaring, be transported to quaint and charming. Tucked away in a European style manor house, enjoy the old world atmosphere of The King’s Carriage House - recently voted one of the Best Afternoon Teas in NYC! Delight in an elegant, high tea with savories, sweets, complimentary champagne and of course, tea! Date: TUESDAY, JANUARY 31, 2017 Price: $135 per person WINTER WEATHER PROTECTION details on page 27 Travel Protection 10% Depart: Mamaroneck 10:15am, White Plains 10:45am, Yonkers 11:15am Return: Yonkers 6:30pm, White Plains 6:45pm, Mamaroneck 7:15pm

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Westminster Dog Show

Meet the Breeds and Agility Competition

It’s Meet and Compete Day at The World’s Greatest Dog Show! Interact with more than 100 different dogs while talking to the trainers and breeders. After you meet, watch them compete! The nation’s top canines will race against the clock at the Masters Agility Championship. From great seats surrounding the ring, witness amazing feats performed by your new four-legged friends. These official Westminster events are held at New York’s Chelsea Piers. This is a quintessential New York event not to be missed! Enjoy lunch at Restaurant Patrick.

Date: SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 11, 2017 Price: $145 per person WINTER WEATHER PROTECTION details on page 27 Travel Protection 10% Depart: Mamaroneck 8:45am, White Plains 9:15am, Yonkers 9:45am Return: Yonkers 5:45pm, White Plains 6:00pm, Mamaroneck 6:30pm

Your Price Includes: Westminster Dog Show Agility Competition Meet the Breeds Event Three-Course Lunch at Restaurant Patrick Upper Class Tour Director Taxes and Gratuities

The Piano Men

Elton John and Billy Joel Tribute

Remember when rock was young during this dynamic, interactive tribute celebrating two musical superstars. At the Mayo Performing Arts Center in nearby Morristown, NJ, Broadway veterans take to the stage with dueling pianos, The Rocket Band of All Star musicians and more. Sing along as The Piano Men perform all of your favorite hits in a tribute to Billy Joel and Elton John! Before the show, enjoy a three course dinner at the Black Horse Tavern. Date: FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 3, 2017 Price: $149 per person WINTER WEATHER PROTECTION details on page 27 Travel Protection 10% Depart: Mamaroneck 2:15pm, White Plains 2:45pm, Yonkers 3:15pm Return: Yonkers 11:00pm, White Plains 11:15pm, Mamaroneck 11:45pm

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Warm up with the southern hospitality of Savannah, Charleston. and The Golden Isles! Day 1 - Baltimore to Roanoke Rapids (D)

The festivities begin at Baltimore’s Inner Harbor with new boardwalks, cafes, shops and more. Arriving in Grand Rapids, NC, celebrate with a welcome dinner and complimentary wine at David’s Restaurant. Finish the day with a restful night at The Sleep Inn.

Day 4 - OPTIONAL DAY in The

Golden Isles (b)

Today is yours to spend relaxing on your own in Savannah.

Or, choose an optional day spent on the “Golden Isles of Georgia!” Board a tram for a narrated tour through Jekyll Island’s Historic District, explore St. Simon Village, stroll under moss-draped oaks and enjoy the southern charm. Day 2 - Oh Savannah! (B, D) The finale of the day is a three On arrival in Savannah, check into the Hotel Incourse, sunset dinner at the digo, your Savannah home for three nights, located famous Jekyll Island Club, named in the heart of the Historic District. Be introduced “one of the World’s Best Resorts” to the city during dinner at The River House Res- by Travel & Leisure Magazine. taurant, an 1820’s cotton warehouse! $99 per person Day 5 – Plantations! (B, L, D) Visit America’s only working On a guided tour of this riverfront city, meander Tea Plantation. Led by a world-recobblestone streets, past antebellum homes and nowned tea taster, go on a behindhistoric town squares. After a day with the Belle, the-scenes tour with a trolley ride, spend an evening with the Lady! A delicious dintea tasting and plantation lunch. ner awaits at Lady and Sons Restaurant, owned by This afternoon, be transported famous southern chef, Paula Dean. to the time of high society at a low country plantation dating back to the 18th century. Savor a taste of the south during a private tasting of Madeira wine, once the signature wine of Charleston! Dance the night away aboard a dinner cruise set against the city skyline. You’ll be glad for a restful evening at the Hampton Inn after so many highlights!

Day 3 – Belle of the South (B, D)

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HIGHLIGHTS:  8 Days / 7 Nights 15 Meals America’s Only Tea Plantation Charleston River Dinner Cruise Savannah’s Riverstreet

Sunset Dinner at Jekyll Island Club Carriage Tour of Charleston Fort Sumter and Charleston Harbor

Private tram tour and Tea Tasting at America’s only Tea Garden

Day 6 – Charming Charleston (B, D)

Roll through 300 years of history on a Colonial horse-drawn carriage tour filled with antebellum mansions, gardens, legends, humor and more covering 30 blocks of Charleston’s historic district. Next, it’s all aboard for a narrated cruise as you learn the dramatic history of Charleston Harbor. Disembark to legends and hear the echoes of the first shots fired during a guided tour at Fort Sumter, where the Civil War began.

MARCH 20-28, 2017 Charleston Carriage Tour, Savannah Old City Tour, Dinner at Paula Dean’s Restaurant, Dinner Cruise, Tea Plantation, Wine Tasting, DC Capitol Riverfront 7 nights hotel, 14 meals

Day 7 – North Bound (B, D)

We begin the first stage of our journey home today, heading back where it all began in Roanoke Rapids. Sit back, relax and enjoy the ride with new friends. Toast the trip with a complimentary glass of wine during a farewell dinner back at David’s Restaurant before turning in at The Sleep Inn.

Day 8 – Home By Way of DC (B)

Enjoy a final stop at DC’s new Capitol Riverfront, booming with shops, cafes, waterfront walkways and much more. It’s the perfect finish to your southern get away!

prices per person

$1,399 Triple $1,499 Double $1,999 Single depart 7:00am 8:00am

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Cape Cod and Nantucket featuring the Nantucket Daffodil Festival

See Nantucket and Cape Cod in full bloom at the annual Daffodil Festival! Feel the gentle sea breezes, cruise the sparkling water, taste the lobstah, wear your daffy hat and say “so long” to winter! Day 1 – Lobstah Cruise and Dinner Cabaret – (D) Arrive at the harbor village, of Plymouth, MA, home of the pilgrim. Get your New England on as you explore the heart of downtown for shopping and lunch on your own. This afternoon, it’s all aboard our very own lobster boat! Relax on the ship’s two spacious decks as you cruise by Plymouth Rock, Long Beach, and more. Tonight, it’s dinner and a show at the Dan’l Webster Inn, recognized as one of the most distinguished restaurants in North America. Rest from the day at the Holiday Inn Hyannis, your home for the next three nights. Day 2 – Nantucket Daffodil Festival (B) Breathe the salty air on a hi-speed catamaran ride across Cape Cod Bay to Nantucket. Don your daffy hat at the 52nd Annual Daffodil Festival, a larger than life celebration of spring. Featuring an antique car parade, hat pageant and blooming characters, this is a can’t-miss event that you have to see to believe! This afternoon, enjoy a guided tour of this crescent-shaped island, a world unto itself. This evening, wander the famous town of Hyannis for shopping and dinner on your own. Ask your Tour Director for recommendations on restaurants and sites to see!

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$699 Triple $769 Double $949 Single depart 7:00am 8:00am

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Two Shows, Farm to Table and More! Two - YES TWO - Musicals!

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Head to the country to refresh the spirit with a farm freshmorning and two - YES TWO - Musicals! Day 1: Shady Maple and Dutch Apple (L, D) Begin in the rolling hills of Pennsylvania with a guided tour of a rustic, yet elegant distillery boasting the best whiskies in the region. Relax in the tasting room as you’re charmed by both the distillery’s nostalgia and its proprietor!

For lunch, eat to your heart’s content at the Shady Maple Smorgasbord, specializing in authentic Amish favorites made from scratch! Get ready to go back for seconds – and thirds! Tonight, take in your first of two shows, beginning with the classic My Fair Lady at the Dutch Apple Theater. Witness the heartwarming tale of Eliza Doolittle. The story is set to a score of songs you remember so well including The Rain in Spain, I Could Have Danced All Night, Wouldn’t it Be Loverly and many more. Spend the night at the beautiful Fulton Steamboat Inn, featuring nautical and Victorian guest rooms in a riverboat setting.

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HIGHLIGHTS:  Sight & Sound’s Jonah Farm Tour

2 Days / 1 Night 4 Meals My Fair Lady at Dutch Apple Whisky Tasting

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New York Pennsylvania

Yonkers

Lancaster Philadelphia

Atlantic Ocean

Day 2: Samson at Sight & Sound (B, L) Get a high-tech view of the new world of farming at Krieder Farms. Go behind the scenes in the loafing barn and the milking merry-go-round on a guided tour filled with facts and fun from your resident farmer. Enjoy lunch at Lintia’s Restaurant, including ice cream made from Krieder farm cream! The grand finale of your country get away - the curtain goes up as the famous Sight & Sound Theater, known for bringing favorite stories of the Bible to life in grand productions featuring moving sets, live animals, state of the art special effects and more. This year, Sight & Sound presents one of their most popular productions, Jonah. Go deep into Jonah’s story with jaw-dropping scale on stage and in the aisles. When Jonah runs from God, he ends up in the belly of the beast! Witness the depths of faith on this whale of an adventure!

Date: APRIL 20-21, 2017 Price: $368 Triple, $388 Double, $458 Single prices per person WINTER WEATHER PROTECTION Travel Protection 10% details on page 27 Depart: Goldens Bridge 7:15am, Mamaroneck 8:00am, Yonkers 8:45am Return: Yonkers 9:30pm, Mamaroneck 10:15pm, Goldens Bridge 11:00pm

Your Price Includes: Overnight Accommodations 1 Breakfast, 2 Lunches and 1 Dinner Two Shows including Sight & Sound! Distillery Tour and Tasting Tour Director, Taxes and Gratuities

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On Broadway Beautiful See Carole King’s most famous songs brought to life including It’s Too Late, I Feel the Earth Move and more! Lunch at Heartland Brewery. WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19* $229 per person • Travel Protection 10% *October 19 departs from Mamaroneck and Yonkers only

On Your Feet Get On Your Feet for the music of Gloria and Emilio Estefan, and their love story that touched the world. Lunch at Heartland Brewery WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19* $219 per person • Travel Protection 10% *October 19 departs from Mamaroneck and Yonkers only

Jersey Boys Big Girls Don’t Cry! Walk Like a Man! Frankie Valli and the Four Seasons go from unknown Jersey kids to superstars. Lunch at Heartland Brewery WEDNESDAY, OCTOBER 19* $209 per person • Travel Protection 10% *October 19 departs from Mamaroneck and Yonkers only

Waitress An irresistible slice of life, Waitress cooks a recipe for happiness, made from friendship, motherhood and dreams. Nominated for Best Musical! Lunch at Pietrasanta WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16 $239 per person • Travel Protection 10%

Irving Berlin’s Holiday Inn

Start the holiday season as one of the most beloved movies of all time goes from screen to the Broadway stage! Lunch at Pietrasanta. More info on page 49. WEDNESDAY, NOVEMBER 16 $229 per person • Travel Protection 10%

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On Broadway

The Front Page Nathan Lane John Goodman John Slattery Taylor Holland

The stars come to Broadway for just a few short weeks! Theater legend Nathan Lane returns to the stage for a starry revival of The Front Page. Set in the roaring 20’s, a reporter and his editor hide an escaped prisoner to score the scoop of their lives. A classic play that inspired numerous movies, you’ll be laughing to the curtain call. Starring Hollywood favorites John Slattery, Holland Taylor, John Goodman and more, don’t miss this limited run that has Broadway buzzing!

Lunch at Carmine’s before the show.

Saturday, January 14th $229 per person • Travel Protection 10%

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