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Best of Times Travel - Outer Banks of North Carolina & More
Outer Banks, NC
Sep 6 - 12, 2025
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Best of Times Travel
$2,499
Deposit: $500

About your trip

Overview:

Embark on an unforgettable senior group travel adventure with Best of Times Travel, exploring the Best of the Outer Banks of NC, Norfolk, VA, and Cape May, NJ. This senior touring trip is packed with highlights, including a Dinner Theatre featuring the Saturday Night Fever show, a narrated Norfolk Naval Base cruise, a visit to the Douglas MacArthur Memorial and Museum, and tours of Victorian Cape May. Enjoy oceanfront accommodations, explore lighthouses, and discover the rich history and natural beauty of the Mid-Atlantic coast. This relaxing yet enriching tour is perfect for seniors seeking camaraderie, comfort, and exceptional experiences.


About This Tour:

This Best of Times Travel senior group tour offers the ultimate ocean escape to the Outer Banks of North Carolina, with exciting extras in Norfolk, VA, and Cape May, NJ.  This senior touring trip is designed for relaxation and discovery, combining the charm of the Outer Banks with historical sites and captivating entertainment.  Enjoy comfortable oceanfront accommodations, delicious meals, and expert guidance throughout your journey.  From the Wright Brothers Memorial to the Victorian architecture of Cape May, this tour offers a diverse range of experiences perfect for senior travelers.

Trip Highlights

Highlights


 

  • Dinner Theatre: Enjoy a fantastic Dinner Theatre production of Saturday Night Fever, featuring the hit songs of the Bee Gees.
  • Norfolk Naval Base: Take a narrated cruise of the Norfolk Naval Base, witnessing aircraft carriers, destroyers, and other impressive naval vessels.
  • Douglas MacArthur Memorial: Explore the life and legacy of General Douglas MacArthur at the museum and memorial dedicated to him.
  • Outer Banks Exploration: Discover the beauty of the Outer Banks, including the Wright Brothers Memorial, wild horse tours, lighthouses, and stunning oceanfront scenery.
  • Oceanfront Accommodations: Relax and unwind in comfortable oceanfront accommodations on the Outer Banks.
  • Victorian Cape May: Tour the charming Victorian town of Cape May, NJ, including a guided trolley ride.
  • Senior Group Travel: Enjoy the camaraderie and shared experiences of traveling with a group of like-minded seniors.
  • Best of Times Travel: Experience the quality and expertise of a Best of Times Travel senior touring trip.
  • Travel with Confidence: A dedicated Best of Times Travel Tour Manager will be with you throughout your journey.

What's Included

Your Tour Includes:

  • Roundtrip Deluxe Motorcoach Transportation: Comfortable and convenient travel throughout your journey.
  • 6 Nights of Accommodations:  
    • 1 Night in Maryland
    • 4 Nights Oceanfront in the Outer Banks
    • 1 Night in Wildwood, NJ
  • 14 Meals: 6 Breakfasts, 6 Dinners (including a memorable Dinner Theatre), and 2 Lunches.
  • Narrated Cruise of US Naval Base -Norfolk, VA: Witness the impressive naval might with a captivating cruise.
  • Visit the Douglas MacArthur Museum: Explore the life and legacy of General MacArthur.
  • Escorted Outer Banks Touring:  
    • Wright Brothers Memorial
    • Jockey Ridge State Park Sand Dune
    • The Whalehead Club
    • Outer Banks Center for Wildlife
    • Currituck Beach Lighthouse
    • Roanoke Festival Park
    • Roanoke Island Aquarium
    • And more!
  • Victorian Trolley Ride Through Cape May, NJ: Experience the charm of this historic seaside town.
  • Best of Times Travel Tour Manager Throughout Your Trip: Expert guidance and assistance throughout your journey.
  • Gratuities for Tour Manager Included: Enjoy hassle-free travel with gratuities covered.
  • Tax, Baggage Handling, and Welcome Reception: For a seamless and enjoyable start to your trip.

• 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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Terms and Conditions of Sale

Here are the Specific Terms & Conditions of Sale For this program.


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 1st, 2025 or this may result in an automatic cancellation.   Please note:  All cancellations must be made in writing and sent to Best of Times Travel via traditional mail or emailed to cancellations@bestoftimestravel.com.  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 7/1/2025 have no cancellation fee.   Cancellations from 7/2/2025 until 7/31/2025 will be assessed a cancellation fee of 75% of the total fare.  Cancellations after 7/31/2025 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.

What's included

What's Included

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What's not included

Driver Gratuity

Your Bus Driver Gratuity is NOT included in your package price. Our suggested gratuity amount is $50-$60 per person for the entire program.

Day 1

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Day 1 - Trip Highlights - Let The Journey Begin

Dinner & Show at Tobys Dinner Theatre - Saturday Night Fever! - Featuring the hits of the Bee Gees! Tony Manero, a Brooklynite paint store clerk, spends his weekends at a local disco, where he moonlights as the king of the dance floor. When he and mesmerizing dancer Stephanie enter a dance competition, the pair’s professional partnership blossoms and challenges both to reflect on what’s important in life amidst rising social tensions and disillusionment. SATURDAY NIGHT FEVER transports you back to the era of disco balls, platform boots, and white suits. Burn, baby, burn!




Day 2

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Day 2 Highlights - Norfolk VA to the Outer Banks

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.


Days 3 - 5

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Days 3 - 5 - The Outer Banks HIghlights

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.”  



Day 6

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Day 6 Highlights - From the Outer Banks to Cape May, NJ

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.



Day 7

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Day 7 Highlights - From Cape May, NJ to Home

Tour of Cape May, NJ - Enjoy a Guided Tour of Historic Cape May including the historic Trolley Ride and More!


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