Upcoming Travel
Sunny Portugal | March 29 – April 7, 2026

HIGHLIGHTS:
Lisbon
Belem
Cork Factory
Evora
Alentejo
Lagos
Embark on a journey to Portugal, starting in Lisbon with a welcome dinner and a choice of exploring Portuguese sidewalks or the codfish trade. Visit iconic Belem and UNESCO sites before heading to Evora’s cork factory and the Algarve’s scenic coast, known for gin distilleries, wineries, and historic Lagos. Stop in Setúbal for a close look at azulejos tile-making, then explore the Portuguese Riviera, including a toast in Obidos and a visit to Sintra’s medieval wonders. You’ll come away with a taste of Portugal’s rich history and vibrant culture.
Read more about the Portugal trip and book online!
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Music Cities: New Orleans, Memphis & Nashville | May 11, 2026

HIGHLIGHTS
French Quarter
Steamboat Cruise
Cafe du Monde
New Orleans
School of Cooking
Longue Vue Houses & Gardens
Graceland
Beale Street Dinner Sun Studio
Memphis
BB King Museum
National Civil Rights Museum
Nashville
Book Music Cities online with the Web Code #204637
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Utah’s Mighty National Parks | October 4, 2026

HIGHLIGHTS
3 National Parks (Arches, Canyonlands and Capitol Reef)
4 Night stay in Moab, Utah
Dead Horse Point State Park
Canyonlands by Night Cruise
Park City, Utah
Salt Lake City
Monument Valley Scenic Drive
Lunch at Goulding’s Lodge
Goulding’s Museum & Trading Company
Book Utah online with the Web Code #204638
UTAH’S MIGHTY NATIONAL PARKS BROCHURE
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Wonders of Thailand | November 6-21, 2026

HIGHLIGHTS
Bangkok
Reclining Buddha
Emerald Buddha
Bangkok Street Food
Sukhothai
Chiang Rai
The Golden Triangle
Chiang Mai
Elephant Experience in Chiang Mai
Lanna Home Visit
Home-Hosted Meal
Phuket
Tuk Tuk Rides
Read more about the Thailand trip and book online!
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New York City Holiday | December 4-8, 2026

HIGHLIGHTS
Four Nights in Downtown Manhattan
New York City Tour
Rockettes Holiday Show
Broadway Show
Statue of Liberty
9/11 Memorial
New York City Holiday Brochure
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Australia’s Outback and New Zealand’s South Island | February 10 – March 1, 2027

HIGHLIGHTS
This is an AMAZING trip….where won’t you go?
Sydney Harbour Cruise
Sydney Opera House Tour
Cairns – Catamaran to the Great Barrier Reef
Alice Springs bush dinner
Uluru (Ayers Rock)
Melbourne
Queenstown, New Zealand
Mt Cook National Park
Christchurch traditional canoe paddle
Options to see Tasmania and Fiji
Read more about the Australia trip and book online!
Australia and New Zealand Brochure
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Adventure awaits!
Call (253) 756-0601 to register your interest and receive updates on upcoming trip presentations.
- Open to Everyone: You don’t have to be a Senior Center participant to travel on these trips.
- All Ages Welcome: Bring the whole crew and make it a family vacation!
- Have Friends Living Out of State? They don’t have to miss out! We can coordinate travel from their home location so they can join you on these amazing adventures.
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Future Trips
Have a dream destination in mind? We’d love to hear your trip suggestions! Give the Center a call at (253) 756-0601 and ask for Lesley Pollack or Kate Gray.
To stay in the loop on all future travel plans, just call that same number and ask to be added to our travel email list.
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Day Trips
No Packing Necessary! New Saturday Day Trips are Here
We are thrilled to announce our new series of Saturday excursions starting this spring! Join your friends on the first Saturday of each month (April through September) as we explore the best of the Pacific Northwest.
2026 Adventure Calendar:
- April 4: La Conner Daffodils & Tulips

May 2: Bremerton Naval Museum
June 6: Museum of Flight
August 1: Sequim Lavender Fields
September 5: Elbe Mt. Rainier Train
How to Register: To reserve your spot, please call us at (253) 756-0601.
Note on Pricing: We are currently putting the finishing touches on costs with a few of our destinations. As soon as everything is confirmed, we’ll reach out to everyone on the interest list. At that time, you can officially book your spot or let us know if your plans have changed
Quick Tip: If a trip you’re eyeing is currently full, definitely join the waitlist! Spots often become available once the final pricing is announced.
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