Issue #57 July 2023
Travel Friends Near & Far 40+
Happy Independence Day!

In recognition of the 4th of July I though I would let you know about a few last minute "see America first" vacations with just a few seats left on each.

Here are a few of our choices:
Painted Canyons of the West
featuring Utah’s Five National Parks Aug 13, 2023 - Aug 21, 2023
9 DAYS$3,499 sharing a room $4,799 in a room to yourself
plus airfare and travel insurance
Trek across the Southwest as you take in the sienna-colored canyons, towering spires, and desert landscapes found in Utah’s five national parks. The backdrop of Denver’s Rocky Mountains is the starting point of your journey. In Colorado’s wine country, dine with new friends and enjoy a tasting at a family-run winery. Among vistas that evoke the spirit of the Old West, marvel at the unspoiled beauty of Utah’s five national parks. Make your way from Arches and Canyonlands to Capitol Reef, Zion, and Bryce National Park. Discover the bright lights and glitz of Vegas. Explore the kaleidoscope of colors found in America’s rocky western landscapes.


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California Dreamin': Monterey, Yosemite & Napa
8 Days | Jul 31, 2023 - Aug 7, 2023
This is the essence of Northern California, from fine wine and freshly caught seafood to vibrant cities and nature on an epic scale. Discover Monterey’s Fisherman’s Wharf, Old Sacramento and Pier 39 in San Francisco. Witness the stunning views along 17-Mile Drive. Meet a local farmer and taste his farm’s produce. Marvel at the unspoiled beauty of Yosemite National Park. Glide on the pristine waters of Lake Tahoe on a classic yacht. Sip local wines in Napa Valley and enjoy a farm-to-table lunch. Embrace the laid-back life of the Golden State.
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Hawaii- Four Islands featuring O'ahu, Big Island, Maui and Kauai

Nov 9, 2023 - Nov 21, 2023
Embrace the spirit of “Aloha” on a leisurely 4-island tour of Hawaii featuring 3-night stays each in Oahu, Big Island (Kona), Maui and Kauai. Enjoy your luxurious beachfront hotel in Waikiki. Remember Pearl Harbor and visit the USS Arizona Memorial. Embark on a wonderful drive along Oahu’s famous North Shore. Take in the natural beauty of Hawai'i Volcanoes National Park on the Big Island. Admire the hula dance, an ancient Polynesian art form. Visit a coffee farm in Kona and learn about the coffee bean’s journey from tree to cup. In Maui, visit the old royal capital of Lahaina, once home of the world’s largest whaling fleets, where you can stroll through historic streets. Experience a traditional Polynesian luau – just one of your stops in paradise. Relax and take in the natural beauty during a cruise along Wailua River. Admire the hula dance, an ancient Polynesian art form. Uncover the beauty, culture and traditions of all four islands. https://www.meetup.com/travel-friends-near-and-far/events/294403364/


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Please email me at wisewomentravelellen@gmail.com


Have another destination that you would like me to include? Let me know email: wisewomentravelellen@gmail.com
All we ask is that you are 40+ and share a love of travel and adventure.  If a trip is of interest to you, please rsvp "yes". It just means that you'd like more information It is not an obligation to go.  You are not confirmed on a trip until we receive payment.

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(516) 248-3496 cell
I am adjusting to life back in New York - lots of old friends, relatives, and a relief from the extreme Florida summer weather. Of course, I am planning my next getaway, too. So many places, so little time...

Regards.

Ellen Mc Nulty