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Buses will leave from the Commuter Parking Lot at Exit 11 off of I-395. No refunds, unless a replacement is found. An adult must accompany anyone under the age of 18. We will travel rain or shine: the only exception is severe weather.
GREEN ANIMAL TOPIARY GARDEN & NEWPORT FLOWER SHOW
Portsmouth, RI & Newport, RI
Sunday, June 25
Green Animals, the oldest topiary garden in the nation, is home to more than 80 topiary animals and other figures. It also boasts geometric pathways, arbors, fruit trees, and vegetable and herb gardens, all on property that is ablaze with colorful flowerbeds and overlooking Narragansett Bay. Scrumptious full course lunch at Johnny's Restaurant at the Atlantic Resort. Meal selections are Chicken Piccata, Baked Stuffed Scrod, Pasta Primavera.
The 27th Annual Newport Flower Show is a seaside flower show at the fabulous Gilded Age setting of the Marble House. The theme is "The Grand Tour", with each exhibit having a unique signature. There will be vendors, live music, sweeping views and ocean breezes. Every corner of this event is a delight for the senses!
DEPARTING: 8:00 a.m. Norwich Commuter Parking Lot, Laura Blvd/ Rt. 82, Norwich (I-395 Exit 11)
RETURNING: near 7:30 p.m.
FEE: $174; price includes motorcoach transportation, lunch, and admissions. Meal selections are Chicken Piccata, Baked Stuffed Scrod, Pasta Primavera.
WHALE WATCH
Plymouth, MA
Saturday, July 29
Enjoy free time at the historic Plymouth waterfront featuring the Mayflower II, Plymouth Rock, and commercial fishing fleet. Experience colonial charm and hospitality at the John Carver Inn for lunch. Next, it’s on to the whale watch on Cape Cod Bay and Stellwagen Bank, primary feeding grounds for whales. Be near some of the rarest, most graceful mammals in the world. An onboard naturalist will give a narration of what we are experiencing. The vessel is a comfortable and modern 110’ boat with multiple level decks so everyone has plenty of space at the rails. There is an interior cabin with seating, a galley with snacks and beverages, and restrooms.
DEPARTING: 7:45 a.m. Norwich Commuter Parking Lot, Laura Blvd/ Rt. 82, Norwich (I-395 Exit 11)
RETURNING: near 9:00 p.m.
FEE: TBD; price includes motorcoach transportation, lunch and whale watch. Meal selections are grilled salmon, baked stuffed chicken, or chicken parmesan.
PERKINS COVE
Ogunquit, ME
Saturday, August 19
It's a short ride aboard our motorcoach before we arrive in Perkins Cove, nestled within southern Maine's rocky coastline. Get a firsthand lobstering experience while sailing aboard a lobster boat, where you will see traps hauled and lobsters caught by authentic lobstermen. A guide will provide an explanation of the lobster fishery and the many scenic points along the coastline. When back on land there is the opportunity to explore one of the loveliest harbors on the Maine coast and it's myriad of galleries, shops, and boutiques. Listen to the gulls and the bell buoys as you have lunch at one of the many waterfront eateries (meal not included in the tour price). Stroll the Marginal Way, a paved footpath that meanders along the Atlantic Ocean. We will also make a stop at the Nubble Lighthouse. There is no access to the lighthouse itself, but the views from our vantage point are spectacular.
NOTE: Buses are prohibited from traveling into Perkins Cove, so it will be necessary to disembark in a nearby lot. The walk to and from Perkins Cove is about a quarter of a mile along level, paved ground.
DEPARTING: 7:00 a.m. Norwich Commuter Parking Lot, Laura Blvd/ Rt. 82, Norwich (I-395 Exit 11)
RETURNING: near 9:00 p.m.
FEE: $TBD; price includes motorcoach transportation and cruise.
HAMPTON BEACH SEAFOOD FESTIVAL
Hampton Beach, NH
Sunday, September 10
Sample the delicious seafood at New England's largest seafood festival! Festivities include New Hampshire seacoast's top restaurants serving an abundance of mouthwatering seafood and other delicacies; arts and crafts vendors promoting locally made products; Ocean Boulevard merchants offering end-of-the-season sidewalk sales; continuous entertainment. All of this excitement is alongside one of New England's most beautiful beaches and boardwalks. Relax in the warm ocean breeze and smell the salt air. Dip your toes in the surf or go for a full swim!
DEPARTING: 8:00 a.m. Norwich Commuter Parking Lot, Laura Blvd/ Rt. 82, Norwich (I-395 Exit 11)
RETURNING: near 7:30 p.m.
FEE: TBD; price includes motorcoach transportation and admission to the festival, NOT FOOD!