Best of Times Indep - Isle of Shoals & Portsmouth - Tues 8/8/23

      Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA

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      Aug 8, 2023
      Group size: 1 - 50
      Best of Times Indep - Isle of Shoals & Portsmouth - Tues 8/8/23
      Portsmouth, NH 03801, USA

      Best of Times Travel
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      140 reviews

      Aug 8, 2023
      Group size: 1 - 50

      About this trip

      Isle of Shoals, Lighthouses, & Portsmouth Harbor Cruise


      The Harbor Cruise - Join us aboard the Victorian style M/V Thomas Laighton and experience the fascinating legends of our legendary New Hampshire & Maine Seacoast. Little known but historically crucial, the legendary Isles of Shoals, located 9 miles off our coast, are an intriguing archipelago of 9 islands steeped with history.  As we glide through Portsmouth Harbor, we will see a unique working port with tugboats, tankers, the nation’s oldest and active naval yard, the closed castle-like prison- “the Alcatraz of the East”, our quaint Olde Port waterfront, a famous Grand Resort Hotel, 5 Historic Forts and 3 Lighthouses proudly guiding mariners safely through our waters. Our own Isles of Shoals historian will guide us through these same waters for the duration of the trip. 


      A Great Meal at the Portsmouth Gas Light Company with a little history to boot!!

      Welcome to The Grill at the Gas Light. Built in 1837, this building is the former home of the city’s first utility, the Portsmouth Gas Light Co. Over the last 170 years, it has stood the test of time-including Portsmouth’s “Great Fires.” If you look closely on the eastern wall, you can still see original brick charred by the fires. Today the restaurant is appointed with rich textures of wood, brick and copper paying homage to the Gas Light Company’s role in Portsmouth’s storied history. In fact, every week they burn more than a cord of aromatic wood in the brick oven kitchen to prepare their unique wood-fired bistro cuisine. We hope you’ll feel as at home at the Gas Light as we do.Once your lunch is completed take some time to browse the shops and sights within walking distance of the restaurant.



      Special Note Regarding Transportation

      For guests that are not registering with a group, you will be notified of the closest departure point to where you live by 7/6/2023 or earlier.  If you are not satisfied with, or capable of reaching, the closest departure point for this program we will understand.  You will be cancelled from the event and issued a refund of all charges paid for the trip.   

      Terms and Conditions of Sale

      No Refunds will be issued for cancellations, regardless of cancellation reason including but not limited to force majeure, health pandemics, or government restrictions after 7/7/2023.  Best of Times reserves the right to issue any refunds due in whole or in part in the form of Future Travel Credit.  

      What’s included

      • Motorcoach Transp
        Motorcoach Transportation From Designated New England Pick-Up Locations is Included.
      • Plated Luncheon
        Lunch is Included at the Portsmouth Gas Light Restaurant
      • Harbor Cruise
        Harbor Cruise on the M/V Thomas Laighton
      • Tour Manager
        Your program includes a Best of Times Travel Tour Manager
      • Taxes & Gratuities
        Meal Taxes & Gratuities Are Included in the Price. Additionally, Gratuity for your Best of Times Travel Tour Manger ARE Included.

      What’s not included

      • Bus Driver Gratuity
        The Gratuity for the Bus Driver is NOT included in the package price. Our suggested amount is $5 - $7 Per Person.

      Available Packages

      Trip Price
      $149

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      Reviews

      MS
      We had a great time, comfortable travel. Enjoyed the whole trip.
      By Mary S for Clinton COA - Andy Cooney Irish Celeb - Wed 3/6/24 on Mar 18, 2024
      Our group had a wonderful time. The performers were spectacular, the food and staff was amazing. It really made this St. Patrick's day special and memorable!
      By Natalia M for Rose Baker Senior Center- Andy Cooney Irish Celeb - Wednesday 3/6/24 on Mar 15, 2024
      We had a great time. The food was excellent, and the entertainment was outstanding. Thank you.
      By Arlyne R for Best of Times Trvl w/Cathy - Andy Cooney Irish Celeb - Wed 3/6/24 on Mar 15, 2024
      The food was tasty (Haddock), the show was varied: singers, comic, Irish dancers and the venue was scenic and accommodating such a large group of persons. Good time had by my table!
      By Susan Y for Best of Times Trvl - Andy Cooney Irish Celeb - Wednesday 3/6/24 on Mar 09, 2024
      SN
      We had a better table location this time than last time. The food was OK, I'm not really a corn beef and cabbage person. The waiting time between dinner and show was a bit long but the show was very good. Loved the comedian he was very good.
      By Sandra N for Lynnfield Senior Center - Andy Cooney Irish Celeb - Wednesday 3/6/24 on Mar 09, 2024
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