You can unsubscribe at any time. The bus was clean and beautiful. I am promoting this trip, The 911 experience and the on time buses to take us. Had to get settled in the hotel and find a place to have dinner. They were knowledgeable, energetic and personable. Answered all questions we had. Very helpful. We experienced so much more of New York than we thought possible in this short weekend tour, partly because of the itinerary choices made by Collette and in large part through the personal service provided by Mark Godin. The tour guide was great and helpful. They always amaze me how they can manouver around everything. Ellis Island, The Statue of Liberty and the World Trade center memorial were the highlights I suppose. I seen places I wouldn't have seen had I gone on my own. The tour manager was able to have the room changed, without the additional cost. They did not provide adequate guidance about other highlights/places to visit and how to go about getting there. Varied. All in all our trip was wonderful. Trail to Giant Mountain at Giant Washbowl New York State Travel for Active Seniors New York State offers once-in-a-lifetime vacation experiences like visiting Niagara Falls, discovering historic castles in the Thousand Islands, and cruising down the Erie Canal. Leave the driving to us and enjoy one-day excursions, weekend getaways or week long bus trips. Tour Director was efficient, responsive, available. Designated a National Historic Landmark in 1962. A 16-17 hour day of touring is too exhausting for anyone -- regardless of age. Knowing what I now Know about the tour, I would have passed on the above mentioned sites and paid extra (Bus Tour) to see and tour Famous New York Sites also mentioned above. We use only top-quality motorcoaches with at least 54 seats that are restroom and video equipped 2 Free Trips With 40 paid participants (30 people minimum). Bus driver was amazing.got us from point to point in minimal time. Destination: New York Botanical Gardens, 2900 Southern Blvd, The Bronx, NY Cost: $110. Collotte's NYC tour was terrific. Get Our Catalog With 40 paid participants (30 people minimum). If you have any additional feedback let us know and we can connect you with a member of our customer care team. And the Broadway plays were a lot of fun! The Broadway shows were fantastic and we enjoyed them both. Only wish the tour had been longer. Every detail including transportation to and from airport taken care of. Known as Manhattan's Town Square, the park is famous for its lush seasonal gardens, free activities, world class restrooms, and al fresco dining. Our Tour Director and Coach Driver were very professional. I will always remember the ferry ride to the Statue of Liberty and to Ellis Island. Whenever a new trip is available in your area, we'll send you an email. Our bus drivers were also expert in the traffic! Please call 866.240.4441 for more information. Collette is usually a sure bet for escorted travel the service pick up from our home was very timely. Senior Escorted Group Tours ; New York Day Trips for Foodies ; The Joy of Tour Directing ; Day Bus Trips from Connecticut ; Partner Program . Experience the best of the Big Apple during this roughly 3-hour tour of Manhattan. LOL. There were so many other fun ones we could have chosen from. Tours and Packages , We have taken several Collette tours and have never been disappointed. NEW YORK CITY IS A VIBRANT AND EXCITING PLACE. The accommodations were superbexcellent hotel, ideally situated. They were organized, on time, knowledgeable and the tour included the most important places (to me) in New York. Guide and just one optional tour was perfect. Good choices on hotel and eats. The pick-up from NJ Airport was very bad, driver was operating / speaking on 3 different phones constantly, with no information on our journey of points of interest etc..also dropped us off about 200 yards from our hotel entrance..(not what we were expecting) The only other gripe was our breakfast at COSMICgrumpy old man served us, I use the word "served" advisedlyand the food looked tired, as though it was re-heated, and tasted accordinglyun-appetising !!! getaway, email our Group Travel Department at grouptravel@boscovs.com, Related Links: You wont miss a thing. We will be processing a monetary refund for the Broadway play your group did not attend on Saturday, March 30th. Would have liked more time at the 911 Memorial and museum. Our needs were anticipated and met. Marc was a great tour manager and we definitely saw the highlights. Our local tour guide was outstanding, he escorted our (extra pay) tour of Greenwich Village which was one of my favorites. You can handle longer walking tours (more than 90 minutes), traversing dusty or uneven terrain, standing for periods of time, varying altitudes and temperatures, and dont mind being on the go with some early starts, late-night experiences, and full days. The Broadway shows were excellent and our tour guides were the best. Further the tickets had a face value of $109 and I paid $85 of that amount, so I think I did not get the value for my tour price of two Broadway plays. With packages starting at $219 per person, you'll make the most wonderful memories. Transportation Only New York Botanical Gardens (Orchid Show) - March 18, 2023 I'm afraid the trip ended for us too soon to have memorable experiences. Enjoy a refined take on the art of group travel. She was also, wonderful when a tour member had health issues. Superb ! Really gave a feel for the New York life! Offer Details. Universal Orlando Charter , Options. Our local tour guide, was very informative and had a great sense of humor. The tour kept us hopping. Our Tour Manager was the best, took care of every detail, answered every question and was available for any special requests. Great seats and fabulous shows!! According to Travel & Leisure magazines October 2011 survey, Times Square is the world's most visited tourist attraction, bringing in over 39 million visitors annually. Set out on an inspiring journey on these faith-based travel experiences. We had a great time, saw many things and made new friends. Our Services At Onondaga Coach our focus is on two areas: Charters and Tours. Could not get a taxi. I am a single woman with my granddaughter. You can expect some longer days balanced with free time to recharge or set out on your own adventure. Overall detail on taking guests to Broadway plays. excellent service, great guides, very organized. Seeing and staying in a large city such as New York can be very tiring, but knowing that there was a coach on hand all the time was very reassuring - negotiating the traffic was another matter though. From New Brunswick, you can access a variety of wonderful adventures from a relaxing cruise to Bermuda Mark handled the situation expertly! Times Square, known as "The Crossroads of the World" and the "The Great White Way", is the brightly illuminated hub of the Broadway theater district, one of the world's busiest pedestrian intersections, and a major center of the world's entertainment industry. I don't think we'll have a need to return to NY to see anything else!!! Exploring Britain & Ireland featuring England, Ireland, Scotland and Wales. Hello, In reviewing your documents, it does not state that you would taken to dinner, the Broadway show, the subway and then back to the hotel. The New Amsterdam theater was fascinating! It was a fun filled 5 days. Discover the "City that Never Sleeps" on your group bus trip to New York City! There was only 45 minutes between flights in Minneapolis and since we left Neward 1 hour and 50 minutes late that was a real problem. They provided a fairly good balance of scheduled activities and free-time but left us too long on our own at each place where we were dropped off rather than providing a few more stops. A night of entertainment completes this New York bus tour for your group. Upon arrival and departure the transportation service was excellent and helpful. We'll show you all the tours that match. Looking forward to planning another adventure in Fall 2018. The Rockettes are always my favorite part of the trip! The world's tallest building for nearly 40 years, this structure has a roof height of 1,250 feet and stands a total of 1,454 feet tall, including its antenna. Senior citizens (65 and older) only have to pay $1.35 per ride, or $15.50 for a 7-day pass with the MTA. Get ready for an unparalleled journey through the cultural diversity and abundant wildlife of southern Africa. From Natalie to Mark, our tour guides were fantastic! Needless to say, that was a bad ending to a great trip! Theatre options. Our whole experience was wonderful. Senior Escorted Group Tours ; New York Day Trips for Foodies ; The Joy of Tour Directing ; Day Bus Trips from Connecticut ; Partner Program ; Health & Safety Protocols . Experience the Big Apple at its festive best. Refer Friends & Earn Rewards Collette had us in the back/side door reserved for groups and we hardly even slowed down at the door. Loved the tours and the guides were wonderful. THE PROFESSIONAL DRIVERS, THE FIRST RATE HOTELS AND THE KNOWLEDGEABLE, TOUR GUIDE MANAGER, TOM DENTINO, MADE ME REFLECT ON GOING BACK. From Only: 499.00; From Only: 499.00; Tour Details for Our Famous Wildwood, NJ Extravaganza. The tour guides and bus driver were very knowledgeable and efficient. The offering was good. Tour manager had outstanding knowledge of everything and was so helpful when asked questions - he never tired of this group of 44! We'll be sure to use your feedback to improve the tour for future guests. Everyone in our group was happy with the overall quality and value. Our leader, Phyl, was outstanding. Your group will view the dazzling city skyline as you set sail for Liberty Island to visit the majestic Statue of Liberty and then go on to the famous Ellis Island as part of this New York vacation package. From history-filled Dublin to the rolling green hills and dramatic coast, experience Irelands charms on a journey through the Emerald Isle. The dining experiences were great, the atmosphere in all places were inviting, the people at the restaurants were kind and helpful. The motorcoach will leave from the John W. Pitts Recreation Center. Thank you for traveling with Collette to New York City. It may not have been Collett's fault. Excellent Service, accomadations,variety of excursions, Personnels knowledge of areas visited, and even our fellow travelers were fun and up for any adventure. I just thought that since this was a senior group, more attention to transportation in the evening could have been better. Trip was not as smooth and informing as previous trips with Collette. Should have allowed more time at each of these sites. Jay Fehan and Ryan Fogarty were amazing! Itinerary! Good mix of sites to see in a short time. Our tour guides were amazing. Most enjoyable restaurant was on our last evening. You feel confident walking at least 30-45 minutes at a time over a variety of terrains from cobblestones streets to easy straightaways to a couple hills or flights of stairs. Cost $60 city residents, $65 non-residents- Registration begins April 1 st. To register call Pat Johnson 845-481-7332 or online www.kingstonparksandrec.org. Very good choices of plays. Thank you for traveling with Collette to New York. THE RESTAURANTS, THEATRES AND THE SITES/SOUNDS, WERE ALL GREAT. Always room for improvement Best part was the shows! Loved the tour. If you're interested in one of these trips, mail a deposit ($50 for day trips; $100 for overnight trips) to the Johnson City Senior Center (30 Brocton Street, Johnson City, NY 13790). UNITED airlines was poor, probably worst of any airline we have ever used, including budget airlines !! You like a balanced approach to travel. Experiencing the city's rich history and culture was very memorable. Climate control keeps the bus at just the right temperature. We guarantee each group receives a top quality, video and restroom equipped motorcoach with 54 seats or more. You can relax and enjoy your vacation without having to worry about the details. The Rockettes were wonderful, Chicago was incredible, appreciated the free time to do things that I particularly wanted to do. I liked also that we were picked up at our house, airport to hotel and on our return brought back to our residence which was all inclusive. Also, the Brooklyn Bridge or Intrepid would be great. Yes, I would book another Collette tour. A trip to New York City is the experience of a lifetime. same as above, 9-11 is very impactful time. The rooms were very comfortable, the meals were delicious, the tour guides were informative, and the bus driver was polite and knowledgeable. Tour guide or manager was excellent. Our tour guide (Personal details removed by Feefo) and city guide (Personal details removed by Feefo) were excellent, both with a good sense of humour, and the right amount of local information. Organization, beginning to end was seamless. The pace was a bit hectic, but we achieved a lot. The restaurants were excellent! Parking lot returning approximately 6:30 pm. The activities were paced just right. Free Personalized Color Flyers Both printed and mailed to you for promotional use, with your logo too if you wish. Liz was so good with the group and the coach driver was excellent. Charleston, SC . Vary the trip to include other sites such as Brooklyn, Intrepid, museums, Central Park. Use the selector below to choose a date that works best for you. Our visit to the Big Apple was fun and educational. Ellis Island , the ferry ride. We appreciate you taking the time to provide us with feedback from your tour. Use source code "SAVEMAR" for savings. I also learned that I can travel alone quite confidently. page ? Rochester Charter Bus Rental. *personal details removed by Feefo* the tour guide, was extremely attentive and made the trip all the more enjoyable. We went to a lot of fun places and meaningful places. }). I, ESPECIALLY, LOVED THE, ENERGETIC, "JERSEY BOYS" SHOW AND THE TOUR OF ELLIS ISLAND, WHERE SO MANY VENTURED INTO THE UNKNOWN. However our fist room was VERY small and we needed to have it changed and the hotel wanted to charge us an additonal $250.00 per night. Everything was well planned. There was a little confusion about the show selection. Give The Gift of a Travel Adventure Delaware Express takes you where you want to GO. Matt, our guide, gave us valuable information when visiting the 911 museum and Ellis Island. The city tours, the shows!, Stardust Diner, 9-11 Memorial, Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island, Subway tour &Greenwich Village. Would have preferred a wider choice of shows to see though. Broadway show Phantom/tour of Grenisch village. With lots of inclusions, interesting sights, great meals, plenty of fun, and enough free time to explore on your own, you are sure to have a great experience on one of our worry-free Elite Coach adventures. We were able to get the last two seats to Mosinee the next morning and after some bad advice at the airport, we had to spend the night in the arrival section of the airport. They gave a great overview as to what we could expect on our trip. Easy to reserve and the pre-trip information very helpful. Perhaps the World Trade Centre and 9/11 tour could be set for the next day with the Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island. Southern. As I have stated, famous New York Sties were not included. We will definitely be looking at future tours. I know if on my own I would of missed some interesting places that we did go to. Please continue. Loved the tours of the city but would have liked to been able to get off tour bus more and explore various sites. The tours to Ellis Island, Greenwich Village and city tour were informative and all transfers were smooth. Tour guide, Natalie Riegel, was wonderful, friendly/helpful/organized. 'virtualPageURL':'/catalog-request-popup', Thank you for traveling with Collette to New York City. 911 was especially wonderfull Experience the grandeur of the American West as you explore five fantastic national parks on this exciting journey. And it was great to meet other folks in our tour group. Days were filled with many highlights of the city and paced so everyone could keep up. Over the years, the statue stood tall as millions of immigrants arrived in America via nearby Ellis Island; in 1986, it underwent an extensive renovation in honor of the centennial of its dedication. One of the highlights was the city tour. Rest assured that Meal Gratuities and all taxes are included in every Senior Excursions Tour. Terrific location. She liked Pretty Woman. Wesley, our tour guide, was patient, helpful, and respectful. We enjoyed our accommodations, the sites visited, the tour guides, restaurants, shows, and the total experience. The leader **** was wonderful and everything went smoothly wherever we went. Great overview of New York. If you would like we could set you up to talk with one of our customer care representatives to hear more about your experience. Youre an on-the-go traveler. Your group deserves a good night sleep each and every night. I would definitely recommend Collette to anyone. You lead an active life at home (walking, biking, and hiking are things you may enjoy) and few thousand steps a day isnt out of the norm. Collette is a third generation, family-owned company with offices in the United States, Canada and Australia. We cant wait to welcome you to New York City! Departing from Dover promptly at 7 am and departing from New York City at 7 PM. Very respectful and knowledgeable. They were organized, timely, knowledgeable and the places we toured were (to me) the right spots I wanted to see. Tour guide was excellent and restaurant. Additional cost of Greenwich Village and poured rain. The tour guide was exceptional. Loved the subway ride and Greenwich Village walking tour. A trip to New York City is the experience of a lifetime. We saw everything we wanted to see the first time in NYC. Bus driver was great. The tour director was excellent -- I don't think you could have had anyone better. Yankee Trails has offices in Upstate New York, Albany region as well as Lady Lake, Florida and provides bus transportation and tours, as well as travel agency services. Collette showed the highlights of New York City. The hotel, tour guide, coach driver, sites and shows were great. And the local guides for the excursions were informative and fun! You dont want to miss a thing, so walking and standing for longer periods of time (1-2 hours) isnt a big deal. Had the opportunity to see a lot of the sights we heard about or saw on TV. They'll use your insight to improve the tour for future guests. 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