The Middletown Press (Middletown, CT)
Tour the Sacred Journeys of Paul
A pilgrimage, Sacred Journeys of Paul, is being offered through Educational Opportunities Catholic Tours May 19-30, 2019.
Travel on Royal Caribbean’s Jewel of the Seas and visit points of interest in St. Paul’s mission to the Gentiles such as Taormina, Italy; Valletta, Malta; Athens and Corinth, Greece; Pompeii and ancient Rome, Italy. Island stops of Santorini and Mykonos, Greece. Chaplain Maryann Kowalsky, BCC, will be tour host and the Rev. George Heyman, pastor of a Catholic parish in Rochester, N.Y., and faculty member of St. Bernard’s School of Theology and Ministry, will provide onboard lectures. Two units of CEU are offered for those pilgrims that may need continuing education credits.
All-inclusive pricing starts at $3,998 (double occupancy with departure from JFK) with other departure airports being available.
Head to Mohegan
Barbara’s Group is offering a trip to Mohegan Sun casino Nov. 14. Cost is $25 per person and includes a $15 food coupon and two $10 coupons for the wheel.
Bus leaves from North Haven at 9 a.m. and returns at 4 p.m. For information or reservations, call Barbara at 203-475-7384.
Take a trip to the casino
Holy Rosary Church, 10 Father Salemi Drive in Ansonia, is offering a trip to Mohegan Sun casino Nov. 12.
Cost is $30 per person and includes a $30 give-back for gambling and dining. Proceeds to benefit Renovation Fund.
Bus will leave the church at 8:15 a.m. and leaves the casino at 4 p.m.
For information or reservations, call Elaine at 203-735-7874.
Visit Newport Playhouse
Jolly Time Seniors is offering a trip to the Newport Playhouse and Cabaret Restaurant Dec. 5 for “A Doublewide Texas Christmas,” a holiday comedy, and an extensive luncheon buffet.
Cost is $110 per person, with a $55 deposit due Nov. 15, and balance due Nov. 30. Make checks payable to Jolly Time Seniors Inc.
For information or reservations, contact Charlie Parsons, 489 Durham Road, Madison, CT 06443 or call 203245-9326.
MFR Travelers sets excursions
MFR Travelers is offering several trips:
⏩ Dec. 1: Christmas in New York City. See Rockefeller Plaza, St. Patrick’s Cathedral, Arthur Avenue and free time to explore. Trip departs at 9:45 a.m. from the West Haven commuter lot on First Avenue, Exit 43 off Interstate 95 south, returns approximately 9 p.m. Cost is $50 per person; deposit of $25 due on signup with balance due Nov. 15.
⏩ Dec. 9: Comedy play “A Double Wide, Texas Christmas” at the Newport Playhouse & Cabaret Restaurant, buffet and a visit to Mohegan Sun. Trip departs at 8:45 a.m. from the West Haven commuter lot on First Avenue, Exit 43 off Interstate 95 south, returns approximately 8:30 p.m. Cost is $110 per person; deposit of $50 due on signup with balance due 30 days before trip.
For information or reservations, call Mary at 203-430-1161 or Frances at 203-469-6290. Phone reservations must be made before sending payment via mail to: Frances Amendola, 37 Bradley Ave, East Haven, CT 06512.
Radio City Holiday Show
The Seymour Community Center/ Senior Center is offering a trip to New York to see the Radio City Music Hall’s Holiday Show featuring the Rockettes Nov. 17.
Cost is $98 and includes ticket for 1st mezzanine seats for the 11 a.m. show. There will be time for lunch and sightseeing on your own. Trip departs from Chatfield School Parking Lot on Skokorat Street in Seymour at 7:30 a.m.
Register at www.seymourcommunityservices.com or call 203-888-0406.
Milford Senior Center trips
The Milford Senior Center is offering several trips:
⏩ Nov. 19: A Presentation for the Tour to Ireland slated for Sept. 25, 2019. Trip includes visit to Kilkenny, Dublin, Killarney, Limerick and more. Also, information will be provided for the June 7-14 Mackinac Island tour, with the presentation day being the final day to receive an early booking discount. Reservations made at the presentation get a $50 discount. To RSVP, call 203-877-5131, ext. 2104.
⏩ Nov. 24: Mystic Boat Parade. A day in Mystic with lunch at the Steak Loft Restaurant, free time in Olde Mystic Village for shopping and exploring, the boat parade and a Christmas tree lighting. Cost is $93 per person, space is limited.
⏩ Dec. 6: Holiday Tea at Caramoor Center for Music & the Arts in Katonah, N.Y. Guided tour of historic Rosen House, holiday concert and a holiday tea. Cost is $125.
⏩ Dec. 11: The New York Tenors at Westchester Dinner Theatre, lunch included. Cost is $105 per person.
For information on any trip, call the Travel Office at 203 877-5131, ext. 2104.
Sail to the Bahamas
Terry’s Family & Friends is offering an 8-night cruise to Bahamas and Bermuda June 28-July 6, 2019, departing from Cape Liberty, N.J., aboard the Royal Caribbean Adventure of the Seas.
Cabin prices start at $1,399 per person; $50 on-board credit per cabin. Transportation to pier to be announced.
For information, call Terry at 203464-9993.
Visit Atlantic City
F Seniors and Friends is offering a trip Jan. 2-4, 2019, to Atlantic City, at the Resorts Casino. Cost is $229 per person and includes 4 m,eals, $20 slot play and two shows.
For information or reservations, call Fred at 203-389-5808 or 203-927-4249.
Head to MGM
The West Haven Senior Center is offering a trip Jan. 15, 2019, to MGM Springfield casino. Cost is $25 per person and includes $10 slot play. Payment is due by Jan. 4. Registration information for rewards card to be completed at time of registration.
Bus leaves Savin Rock Conference Center at 8:30 a.m. Flyers with details for this trip are available at the office West Haven Senior Center, 201 Noble St., or call 203-937-3507 for information.
Cruise to the Caribbean
Fairfield Travel Club is offering a group cruise Jan. 20-Feb. 3 to the Caribbean, departing from New York on NCL Escape. Trip is 14 nights. Choose Open Bar with all tax/tips or Speciality Dining including service fees plus all shipboard gratuities. Visit San Juan, St. Maarten, Tortola, Roseau Domica, St. Lucia, Barbados, and St. Kitts.
Rates start at $1,389 per person plus port tax of $210.02 per person. Small deposit will hold your cabin. Contact Nancy Glynn at 203-255-4443.
Take a trip to Portugal
Enjoy a nine-day trip to Portugal, including the Estoril Coast, Alentejo and Algarve, with an optional 4-night Madeira Island extension, Oct. 1-10, 2019. Enjoy vineyards, historic places and culinary inclusions; see where Prince Henry, the Navigator, began his explorations. This trip is a “leisure stay” tour in which the itinerary is designed to allow for multiple-night stays in two or more cities, offering more time to explore the destinations on your own.
Cost is $3,449 per person, double occupancy, $3,749 single, and includes group transportation to and from JFK, round-trip air, air taxes and fees, all hotels, 14 meals, all transfers and an experienced guide. Cancellation waiver insurance is available at an additional cost of $315 per person. Only 15 spots are available on this trip.
For information or a brochure, call Joanne Byrne 203-623-0325 or email joannebyrne41@gmail.com.