Did you say relaxing?
The Outer Banks of North Carolina is renowned for its southern ocean charm and spectacular sunsets. That, coupled with the lore of the Lighthouses of the Mid-Atlantic gives a new meaning to the term relaxing. The flora and fauna of this Barrier Island located in Currituck has ponies that you can ride next to on the beach in a Humvee. And it gets better...Flight started here. Wilbur and Orville Wright crafted the first airplane here and their airstrip has become a National Monument. So come discover the magical sand dunes, walk through the beautiful Elizabethan gardens, and even take time to stroll the beach from our Ocean Front hotel accommodations. Enjoy our Best of Times Travel Norfolk VA Naval Base cruise where we will see aircraft carriers, destroyers, amphibious assault ships, and one of the busiest airfields in the country. Experience the Douglas MacArthur Museum & Memorial, enjoy a fantastic Dinner Theatre production, and take in Historic Victorian Cape May, NJ to round out our travel to and from the Outer Banks. Tons of touring, Ocean front accommodations, great camaraderie and so much more make this a do not miss trip.
With Extras Including: Dinner Theatre Production of The Addams Family - Norfolk, VA Naval Base Cruise - Douglas MacArthur Museum - Wildwood Crest, NJ - Cape May, NJ...and more.
• Roundtrip Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation*
• 6 Nights of Accommodations- 1 Night in MD, 4 Nights Oceanfront in the Outer Banks, 1 Night Cape May, NJ
• 14 Meals - 6 Breakfasts, 6 Dinners including Dinner Theatre, 2 Lunches
• Norfolk VA Naval Base - Narrated Naval Base Cruise
• Visit the Douglas MacArthur Museum
• Escorted Outer Banks Touring Including - Wright Brothers Memorial, Corolla Outback Pony Adventure, Jockey Ridge State Park Sand Dune, The Whalehead Club, Outer Banks Center for Wildlife, Currituck Beach Lighthouse, Roanoke Festival Park, The Roanoke Island Aquarium, and more
• Victorian Trolley Ride Through Cape May, NJ
• Tax, Baggage Handling, and Welcome Reception
• Best of Times Travel Tour Manager Throughout w/ Gratuity Included
• Optional Travelers Insurance by Chubb is offered - Click Here for Details on Chubb Travel Insurance Program
* Single Group Pick-Up. Non-Group Bookings will be required to travel to the nearest Best of Times or Group Set Pick-Up Location. Best of Times Travel will notify you of the closest departure point to where you live approximately 3 weeks prior to the trip departure date.
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Rates and itineraries shown here were in effect at the time of printing and no changes are anticipated; however, Best of Times Travel reserves the right to withdraw any tour or to make any rate changes, as necessary. Prices are subject to change. A deposit is always required to confirm a reservation. A Deposit of $500pp, plus insurance premium (if selected) is due upon registration to confirm your reservation. Travel Insurance: We recommend your purchase of optional travel insurance. This optional travel insurance is per person and the premium is based on the overall trip cost. Travelers MUST purchase the plan at the time of initial deposit. Coverage will not be in place unless your full Deposit is received. Cancellation schedule and fees are in place regardless of cancellation reason (including, but not limited to, force majeure, health pandemics or government restrictions). Travel Insurance Premium is also Non-Refundable regardless of cancellation reason. Payment in full must be received by July 12th, 2024 or this may result in an automatic cancellation. Please note: All cancellations must be made in writing and sent to Best of Times Travel. The date of cancellation is deemed to be the date received by Best of Times Travel. Cancellation Charges for this programs are as follows: Cancellations from date of booking until 7/12/2024 have no cancellation fee. Cancellations from 7/13/2024 until 8/6/2024 will be assessed a cancellation fee of 75% of the total fare. Cancellations after 8/6/2024 will receive no refund, 100% of the total fare. Best of Times Travel is not responsible for any refunds over and above said amount. Best of Times Travel reserves the right to issue any refunds, in whole or in part, in the form of future travel credit.
*Pre-Existing Medical Condition Exclusion Waiver has the following stipulations: plan must be purchased within 15 days of initial trip payment, insured must be medically able to travel at time of purchasing the plan, all pre-paid, non-refundable trip costs need to be insured. This information is a brief description of the features of this insurance program. Coverage & pricing may vary by state. The provision of this document is for informational purposes only and is not an insurance contract. Coverage is being marketed by Chubb Insurance Solutions Agency, Inc. located at 202 Halls Mills Road, Whitehouse Station, New Jersey 08889. Insurance benefits are underwritten by ACE Property & Casualty Insurance Company located at 436 Walnut Street, Philadelphia, Pennsylvania 19106.
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Your Bus Driver Gratuity is NOT included in your package price. Our suggested gratuity amount is $40-$50 per person for the entire program.
Dinner & Show at Tobys Dinner Theatre - The Addams Family! - This comical feast embraces the wackiness in every family and takes the musical theatre scene by storm with some of the most beloved characters of all time! Wednesday Addams, the ultimate princess of darkness, has grown up and fallen in love with a sweet, smart young man from a respectable family. Now, Gomez Addams must do something he’s never done before- keep this secret from his beloved wife, Morticia. Everything will change for the whole family on the fateful night they host a dinner for Wednesday’s ‘normal’ boyfriend and his parents.
Norfolk Narrated Naval Base Cruise - This Cruise is Your Front Row Seat to the Naval Fleet! The two-hour Narrated Naval Base Cruise departs from, home of the Battleship Wisconsin. Cruise the smooth waters of the Elizabeth River and Hampton Roads Harbor. Cruise past Old Fort Norfolk, The Battleship Wisconsin, Downtown Norfolk and Portsmouth, BAE and Metro Machine Shipyards, Portsmouth Naval Hospital, Portsmouth Marine Terminal, Coast Guard Station Portsmouth, Craney Island Fuel Depot, and the highlight of the cruise – The Norfolk Naval Station – the world’s largest naval base. Naval Station Norfolk is home to destroyers, aircraft carriers, cruisers, amphibious assault ships, and submarines – just about every type of ship in the Navy’s armada.
Douglas MacArthur Memorial a museum - The MacArthur Memorial is a museum and research center dedicated to preserving and presenting the story of the life of General of the Army Douglas MacArthur. The Memorial also pays tribute to the millions of men and women who served with General MacArthur in World War I, World War II, and the Korean War. Consisting of a museum, archive and research center, education center, and theater, a visit to the Memorial will allow you to explore the life of one of America’s greatest and most complex leaders.
Corolla Outback Pony Adventure - On our Outer Banks wild horse tours, ride into the “Outback” area past the road’s end, traversing several refuge areas and sanctuary sites like the Wild Horse Estates Conservation easement. Along the way we often see a variety of shore birds and other wildlife and of course our Colonial Spanish Mustangs! Learn the history and local lore discovering what makes this wild part of the Outer Banks unlike any other place on earth, interpreted by Corolla’s most experienced guide service.
Wright Brothers National Memorial & Museum - They Taught the World to Fly! Wind, sand, and a dream of flight brought Wilbur and Orville Wright to Kitty Hawk, North Carolina where, after four years of scientific experimentation, they achieved the first successful airplane flights on December 17, 1903. With courage and perseverance, these self-taught engineers relied on teamwork and application of the scientific process. What they achieved changed our world forever.
The Whalehead Club - Step off the beach and step back in time! Set on 39 pristine acres along the Currituck Sound in Historic Corolla Park, Whalehead is a beautifully restored 1920s-era Art Nouveau-style mansion-turned-museum listed on the National Register of Historic Places. With its bold yellow paint, copper roof, and mahogany doors, Whalehead invites you to explore a fascinating period in Outer Banks history. In 1992 nearly every inch of the home has been carefully restored to its original glory—the way it looked when Edward Collings Knight Jr. and his wife, Marie Louise, first opened the doors as a lavish hunting retreat in 1925. The wealthy Knights spent their winters here hunting, relaxing and entertaining. Today, stepping inside is to step back into another time and place.
Outer Banks Center for Wildlife Education - The center, which opened in 2006, is an impressive and marvelous 22,000 square foot interpretive center for young and old alike to explore the history and vast diversity of North Carolina’s wildlife.
Currituck Lighthouse - Since 1875, this lighthouse has kept mariners from danger, night and day. The Keepers’ Dwelling has housed more than two dozen families, as their duties of “Lighthouse Keeper” were carried out. Today, our on-site keepers and staff continue the tradition: cleaning the lens, maintaining the structure and grounds, and most importantly, now – sharing it with you.
Roanoke Festival Park - Experience a new adventure in an old world at Roanoke Island Festival Park. This 27-acre historic site allows guests of all ages to experience first-hand what life was like for the first English settlers in 1585. Historic costumed interpreters are featured throughout the Settlement Site and the Elizabeth II ship to demonstrate how the first settlers lived, worked and played on Roanoke Island. For a hands-on history lesson, visit American Indian Town and the Adventure Museum that feature interactive exhibits that all ages will enjoy. Experience an unforgettable adventure on the Outer Banks at Roanoke Island Festival Park - where history comes alive.
Roanoke Island Aquarium - The “Waters of the Outer Banks” are waiting to be discovered. See an alligator, touch the stingrays, wonder at the playful river otters and marvel at sharks. The North Carolina Aquarium on Roanoke Island was originally founded in 1976. Located on the Outer Banks, three miles north of Manteo on Roanoke Island, the Aquarium is an educational attraction focused on “inspiring appreciation and conservation of our aquatic environments.”
Lewes Ferry - The Cape May–Lewes Ferry is a ferry system in the United States that traverses a 17-mile crossing of the Delaware Bay connecting North Cape May, New Jersey with Lewes, Delaware. Enjoy a relaxing and scenic ride on the Ferry.
Welcome to Cape May, NJ - Visit America’s original seaside resort – Cape May distinguishes herself in many ways. It has the pristine beaches, promenade, and all the amenities that make any seashore town worth visiting, but it also boasts a rich history and an architectural diversity equal to none. In 1976, the Cape May Historic District was listed on the National Register of Historic Places. Possessing one of the country’s largest collections of 19th century framed buildings, Cape May is New Jersey’s jewel in the crown.
Tour of Cape May, NJ - Enjoy a Guided Tour of Historic Cape May including the historic Trolley Ride and More!
