East coast of America holiday
| country: | USA |
| location: | New England |
| departures: | 2010: 15 May, 22 May, 29 May, 5 Jun, 12 Jun, 19 Jun, 26 Jun, 3 Jul, 10 Jul, 17 Jul, 24 Jul, 31 Jul, 7 Aug, 14 Aug, 21 Aug, 28 Aug, 4 Sep, 11 Sep, 18 Sep, 25 Sep, 2 Oct, 9 Oct 2011: 14 May, 21 May, 28 May, 4 Jun, 11 Jun, 18 Jun, 25 Jun |
| price: | From £605 (8 days) excluding flights. We can arrange flights from the UK. |
| vouchers: | Gift vouchers can be used with this holiday |
introduction to East coast of America holiday
This eastern travel experience encompasses the best, biggest and boldest of American destinations. From the neon lights of New York City and the cascading waters of Niagra to the brilliant minds at Cambridge and the historic monuments of Washington DC, this trip aims to impress. Experience American life in full and gain a bigger perspective among giant monuments, Harvard minds and stunning skyscrapers. Enjoyable and diverse, this eastern travel adventure of America is sure to make for a most memorable holiday.
day-by-day itinerary
| Day 1: | New York. At least a few days before the trip will satisfy your New York curiosity. Get a neon news-feed at Times Square or mingle with locals in Central Park. |
| Day 2: | Boston. Travel east to Boston and visit Faneuil Hall marketplace or catch a Red Sox game if they're in town. |
| Day 3: | Albany. Meet the leaders of the future at prestigious Harvard University. In the afternoon, journey south to Albany and admire its grand Victorian architecture. |
| Day 4: | Niagara Falls. The destination of choice for many couples popping the question or sealing the deal, Niagara Falls is a favourite for lovers and lovers of nature. View the falls from the USA side then see them close-up on a thrilling boat ride along Horseshoe Basin. |
| Day 5: | Gettysburg. Arrive on the scene where the famous 1863 Gettysburg battle of the American Civil War was played out. From bloody battles to the legendary Gettysburg Address, history buffs are sure to get a kick out of this town's vivid history. Be sure to stop at quaint Dobbin House Tavern, built in 1776. |
| Days 6-7: | Washington DC. All the big names are here - the White House, the Lincoln Memorial, the Washington Monument and Capitol Hill. DC boasts a fusion of cultures in U Street, superb museums and impressive buildings at every turn. |
| Day 8: | New York. Stop into Philadelphia on the way back to NYC. Jam-packed with iconic pockets and legendary landscapes, diverse culture and world-renowned cuisine, this city moves fast - and the only way to see NYC is to keep up with it. Take a day trip to Coney Island or head to Midtown's MoMA to mingle with Picasso, Pollock and friends. |
small group cultural tours
Typically you will be sharing your experiences with between 4-20 like minded travellers (depending on the trip, operator and how many others are booked on the trip) and you'll have a group leader with you. Whether you are travelling alone or with friends it's good value, and a great way to meet new people! While itineraries are pre-planned there is some flexibility and you'll have plenty of privacy. This trip will appeal to travellers of all ages who enjoy meeting new people as well as experiencing new cultures.highly commended
This tourism business was Highly Commended in our 2007 Virgin Holidays Responsible Tourism Awards - the largest awards of their kind in the world, and organised by responsibletravel.com in association with The Times, World Travel Market and Geographical Magazine, of the Royal Geographical Society.Since 2004, the Awards has recognised individuals, companies and organisations in travel making a big commitment to the culture and economies of local communities and helping to conserve biodiversity.
award winner
This tourism business won an Award in our 2006 First Choice Responsible Tourism Awards - organised by responsibletravel.com in association with The Times, World Travel Market and Geographical Magazine, of the Royal Geographical Society. The central tenet of the Awards, in which winners are nominated by tourists, is that all types of tourism – from niche to mainstream – can and should be operated in a way that respects and benefits destinations and local people.
how this holiday makes a difference
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Community:
We travel in small groups of 13 people to minimise the effects that large groups have when visiting remote areas and small villages. It is easier to 'blend in' with a small group and it allows us to stay in smaller properties and eat in more local establishments - where a group of 40-50 would need to eat in more touristy places. On this trip we'll experience the rich culture and history of the New England states through means of responsible tourism. We'll spend some nights in rustic cabins on campgrounds and prepare our meals over the barbecue grill. Other nights are spent in locally run hostels. We will sample authentic foods and get a chance to meet locals at family run restaurants and taverns. We visit smaller villages on our journey and learn about local communities such as the Amish people in Pennsylvania. We have an expert Operations based in the USA so our team is fully aware of current affairs. We have found that local operations is a superior way to ensure the quality and safety of our travellers. Each year we conduct extensive safety audits to ensure our properties comply with local regulations as well as our own safety requirements. We also conduct reviews of our itineraries to ensure they include as much local interaction opportunities as possible, where our travellers can engage with the locals and learn their way of life and the local cultures of the places we visit. These experiences often make our trips unique. Environment: This trip is carbon offset so you can be sure that all carbon emissions generated from travelling on this trip, are offset by investments into sustainable projects around the world including a rice husk biomass project in Thailand as well as hydro electric projects in China and India. The Niagara Falls are the natural highlight of this trip. The Niagara Power Project features interactive demonstrations, short videos and displays on energy, hydropower and local history. |
Tourism can be good and bad for destinations & local people. We carefully screen every holiday against our criteria for responsible travel. 'Look behind the brochure' to find how each holiday makes a difference (see left). We don't claim to be perfect - there is no global accreditation - but we've led the way since 2001 and screened 1000's of holidays. We invite every traveller to write a review about their experiences and responsible tourism. This valuable feedback is sent to the people who run the holidays. We keep a very close eye on it and take off holidays that don't live up to our standards. |
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