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Hidden Gems of New England | Tauck

KEN BURNS AMERICAN JOURNEYS TOUR

Explore the best of New England on this Tauck Hidden Gems journey through New England’s picturesque heart, discovering new insights into landmark sites and historic homes, where country farms and nature’s dramatically contrasting vistas evoke the spirit of a place whose ideas shaped America.

Experience the historic towns of Lexington and Concord; the Berkshires and the Norman Rockwell Museum; New Hampshire’s White Mountains ablaze with autumn colors; and the rugged Maine coast.

You’ll also visit Ken Burns’ studio in Walpole, New Hampshire and discover how New England is intertwined with many of the stories he’s told: Mark Twain, Baseball, The Civil War and The National Parks.

This vacation is available as a Small Group Tour,  limited to 24 guests and led by an experienced Tour Director. Tauck offers a collection of Small Group travel experiences .

• Tauck Exclusive: Filmed vignettes by filmmakers Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan that tell the stories of visionaries and ordinary people that shaped the places that define New England.
• Tauck Exclusive: Visit Ken Burns’s private studio in Walpole, New Hampshire.
• Guided tour of legendary Fenway Park.
• Private tour and lunch at Hancock Shaker Village in Pittsfield, Massachusetts.
• Visit to the Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge.

Itinerary at a Glance

DAY 1: Arrive Boston

Transfer from Logan International Airport to The Westin Copley Place. This evening, enjoy a welcome reception at the hotel followed by dinner at a local restaurant. (D).

DAY 2: Boston

In his films Baseball and The Tenth Inning, Ken Burns offers a glimpse into the soul of baseball. Experience some of baseball’s mystic on a guided tour of Fenway Park, America’s oldest ballpark and home of the Boston Red Sox since 1912. Next, an orientation tour of the city follows the historic Freedom Trail. The remainder of the day is free to explore Boston as you please. (B,L)

DAY 3: Lexington & Concord – Berkshires

Depart the city of Boston for the nearby for the historical towns of Lexington and Concord. First, travel to the Lexington Battle Green, where the “shot heard ’round the world” was fired; and Concord’s Old North Bridge and Minute Man National Historic Park. Stop for lunch en route to the city of Pittsfield in the Berkshires, for a late afternoon arrival at your boutique hotel. (B,L,D)

DAY 4: Berkshires – Manchester, Vermont

In fall, witness the blazing autumn foliage in the Berkshires, a retreat for artists and writers. Begin in Stockbridge at the Norman Rockwell Museum and visit his preserved studio. Next, head to Hancock Shaker Village in Pittsfield for a private “Lunch, Grace & Song” tour of this former Shaker settlement, founded in 1783. Continue on to Manchester, Vermont for an overnight at a historic New England mountain resort. (B,L,D)

DAY 5: Vermont – New Hampshire

Depart Vermont and drive into the New Hampshire countryside for an exclusive insider look at Ken Burns’s private film studio in Walpole, where his Florentine Films was founded, with some free time in town and lunch on your own. In fall, indulge in autumnal panoramas of New Hampshire’s White Mountains. Arrive in Bretton Woods for a a two-night stay at the spectacular Omni Mount Washington Resort, a National Historic Landmark. (B,D)

DAY 6: White Mountains

Your day in the beautiful White Mountains starts with a “New Hampshire Maple Experience” and a tasting of maple syrup, maple sugar products, and homemade sour pickles. Back at the hotel, enjoy lunch, a free afternoon to enjoy your historic resort and dinner at your leisure. (B,L,D)

DAY 7: York Harbor, Maine

Begin your day with a wildlife talk about the ecology of the landscapes you’ll journey through today on your way to Maine. You’ll arrive midday at Perkins Cove in Ogunquit, named by the Abenaki tribe, which means “beautiful place by the sea.” Explore this coastal Maine region with a walk along the famed Marginal Way trail, with spectacular breathtaking vistas. In the evening, enjoy a farewell reception and dinner at your hotel. (B,D)

DAY 8: Depart York Harbor

Transfer from your hotel in York Harbor to Boston’s Logan International Airport for your return flight home. (B)

Accommodations

Westin Copley Place | Boston, Massachusetts Enjoy a relaxed setting in the heart of Boston’s trendy Back Bay district The Westin, winner of the AAA Four Diamond Award.

Hotel on North | Pittsfield, Massachusetts This boutique hotel created from 19th-century buildings is a rich blend of Berkshire roots and cosmopolitan style, located in the center of the region.

Equinox Golf Resort & Spa | Manchester, Vermont With striking views of Vermont’s Green Mountains, the resort features five dining venues and elegant accommodations that offer historic charm with modern amenities.

Omni Mount Washington Resort | Bretton Woods, New Hampshire A National Historic Landmark the Spanish Renaissance-style the resort sits in the midst of the beautiful White Mountains – enjoy the spectacular views from the 900-foot long veranda.

Stage Neck Inn | York Harbor, Maine Boasting a spectacular oceanfront setting, the hotel features a sandy beach, tennis courts, and the serene guest rooms feature french sliding doors to a deck or terrace.

Dates and Pricing

September – October 2023 Departures | From $5,690 per person

This is a Ken Burns American Journeys Tour. Prices are per person, double occupancy for the itinerary as published, and subject to availability.

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• Tauck Tour Director and expert Local Guides
• Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as noted
• 17 meals as noted in itinerary
• Gratuities to local guides and drivers, service charges, taxes and porterage

About Tauck

Tauck prides itself on delivering outstanding personal service, uncompromising standards for quality, and a steadfast commitment to making the most of your vacation time – a brand promise Tauck made in 1925 and hasn’t deviated from since.

Tauck has developed longstanding relationships with its travel partners to bring guests incomparable travel experiences around the world. Expert Tauck Directors handle all your travel details seamlessly, and along with local experts, are extremely knowledgeable about the destinations you visit.

Ken Burns American Journeys: Leading storyteller and filmmaker Ken Burns and filmmaker Dayton Duncan have teamed with Tauck to bring to life the films, stories, and insights that shaped the history of the United States, creating over 100 original film vignettes and exclusive tours.

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Hidden Gems of New England

Stories by Ken Burns

Sports, history and breathtaking scenery are among the jewels on this Hidden Gems of New England tour. Guests travel through Massachusetts, Vermont New Hampshire and Maine. Slide into baseball legends and lore at Fenway Park. At his museum, see the works of Norman Rockwell. View the iconic Minuteman statue and visit Hancock Shaker Village. Get an insiders look at the studio of Ken Burns.

8 Days • fr. $5,490

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Tour Includes

• TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Filmed vignettes by filmmakers Ken Burns & Dayton Duncan that tell the stories of visionaries and ordinary people that shaped the places that define New England
• TAUCK EXCLUSIVE – Visit Ken Burns’s private studio in Walpole, New Hampshire
• GUIDED TOUR of legendary Fenway Park including the Triangle, Pesky’s Pole, the former location of Duffy’s Cliff, and the legendary Green Monster of left field
• TASTING TOUR through Boston Public Market
• PRIVATE LUNCH & TOUR at Hancock Shaker Village in Pittsfield, Massachusetts
• GUIDED TOUR through the world of sustainable farming and forestry methods at Billings Farm and Museum
• EXPLORE Norman Rockwell Museum in Stockbridge
• DINE at Union Oyster House
• WITNESS millwheels, covered bridges, and white-steepled churches
• FOLLOW the Freedom Trail
• VISIT Lexington Battle Green, where the “shot heard ‘round the world” was fired
• TOUR Minute Man National Historic Park and see the iconic Minuteman statue, cast from the bronze of Civil War cannons
• STAY in National Historic Landmarks
• TASTING of maple syrup, other maple sugar products, and homemade sour pickles
• EXPLORE as you walk along the famed Marginal Way trail at Perkins Cove in Ogunquit
• Airport transfers upon arrival and departure as detailed
• All customary gratuities for hotel and restaurant staff and local guides are included.

Not Included

• The customary gratuities for the Tauck Director and local drivers are not included. We ask that gratuities be extended on a voluntary, individual basis and not as a group.
• All items of a personal nature (room service, beverages, telephone charges, laundry, dry cleaning, special food requests, etc.) and meals not specified on the tour itinerary are not included and must be paid by the client.
• Airline excess luggage charges, vaccinations, visa fees and services, airport arrival and departure taxes, individual airport transfers (when applicable), and other optional or incidental extras are not included.
• All rates exclude airfare unless expressly noted.

Meal Inclusions

Hotel details.

• The Westin Copley Place in Boston, Massachusetts (2 nights)
• Hotel in North in Pittsfield, Massachusetts (1 night)
• The Equinox Golf Resort and Spa in Manchester, Vermont (1 night)
• Omni Mount Washington Resort in Bretton Woods, New Hampshire (2 nights)
• Stage Neck Inn in York Harbor, Maine (1 night)

WELCOME TO BOSTON Location Information Description

Boston, United States

A transfer is included from Logan International Airport to The Westin Copley Place, Boston. Please join your hosts this evening for a welcome reception at the hotel, followed by a welcome dinner at a local restaurant in the heart of Boston.

The Westin Copley Place, Boston

FENWAY PARK, HISTORIC BOSTON & A FOODIE WALK Location Information Description

In his films Baseball and The Tenth Inning, Ken Burns offers a glimpse into the soul of our “national pastime”; for many, it lives at Fenway Park, America’s oldest ballpark and home of the Boston Red Sox since 1912. Past glories come alive on a walking tour of the stadium that may include some its most famous landmarks, such as the Triangle, Pesky’s Pole, the former location of Duffy’s Cliff, and the legendary Green Monster of left field.

Next, an orientation tour of the city follows the historic Freedom Trail from the Back Bay’s Copley Square to Augustus Saint-Gaudens’ memorial to Col. Robert Gould Shaw in Boston Common, the State House, the Old North Church, the Old State House and the South Meeting House. Follow lunch at the Union Oyster House with a “foodie” walking and tasting tour at Boston Public Market.

Breakfast, Lunch

LEXINGTON & CONCORD AND ON TO THE BERKSHIRES Location Information Description

Concord, United States

Depart the city of Boston for the nearby flashpoint of the American Revolution, the Massachusetts towns of Lexington and Concord. First, travel to the Lexington Battle Green, where the “shot heard ‘round the world” that signaled the beginning of hostilities was fired; and Concord’s Old North Bridge and iconic Minuteman statue, cast from the bronze of Civil War cannons, in Minute Man National Historic Park.

Location Information Description

Pittsfield, United States

Head west across the center of Massachusetts, stopping for lunch en route to the city of Pittsfield in the Berkshires, for a late afternoon arrival at your boutique hotel created from a pair of 19th-century commercial buildings on the National Historic Register.

Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner

Hotel on North

LEGACIES OF ROCKWELL & THE SHAKERS IN THE BERKSHIRES Location Information Description

Stockbridge, United States

Aglow with blazing foliage in autumn, the Berkshires of western Massachusetts have long been a retreat for artists and writers. Begin today's discoveries in Stockbridge at the Norman Rockwell Museum, dedicated to the beloved illustrator whose hundreds of covers for the Saturday Evening Post depicting scenes from small-town America – including here in Stockbridge, where he spent the last 25 years of his life – illuminated the lives of ordinary people with humor and pathos; view many original works by Rockwell, and visit his preserved studio.

Next, head to Hancock Shaker Village in Pittsfield for a private “Lunch, Grace & Song” tour of this former Shaker settlement, founded in 1783 and active through 1960. Today it’s a living-history museum featuring 20 authentic Shaker buildings, costumed interpreters, rich collections of Shaker furniture and artifacts, a working farm with extensive gardens and heritage-breed livestock and more.

Manchester, United States

Continue on to Manchester, Vermont, for an overnight at a historic New England mountain resort, The Equinox Golf Resort & Spa.

The Equinox Golf Resort and Spa

VERMONT & NEW HAMPSHIRE, KEN BURNS'S BACKYARD Location Information Description

Walpole, United States

Depart your Vermont resort and drive into the New Hampshire countryside for an exclusive insider look at Ken Burns’s private film studio in Walpole, where his Florentine Films was founded, and some free time in town.

Woodstock, United States

When railroad executive Frederick Billings (for whom the town in Montana is named) retired in 1871 and returned to his Woodstock, Vermont, roots to start a dairy farm, he opened a book called Man and Nature by George Perkins Marsh. Embracing its ideas of sustainable land use and forest conservation, within a few short years Billings had created a model farm whose cows and produce gained national attention.

Hop back into Vermont and meet the Jersey cows at Billings Farm and Museum, and get a firsthand look at its farming and forestry methods, which changed ideas about farming in turn-of-the-century New England.

Bretton Woods, United States

Have lunch in town; in fall, indulge in autumnal panoramas of New Hampshire's White Mountains, arriving for a two-night stay at a true New England classic since 1902 – the spectacular Omni Mount Washington Resort in Bretton Woods, a National Historic Landmark.

Breakfast, Dinner

Omni Mount Washington Resort

DISCOVERING THE WHITE MOUNTAINS Location Information Description

Your day in the beautiful White Mountains starts with a “New Hampshire Maple Experience,” and a tasting of maple syrup, other maple sugar products, and homemade sour pickles.

Back at the Omni Mount Washington, enjoy lunch and a free afternoon; if you wish, take a hotel history tour of your famous Bretton Woods resort, where you’ll have dinner at your leisure tonight.

EXPLORE MAINE'S STUNNING COAST Location Information Description

A wildlife talk at your White Mountains resort this morning offers an appreciation of the ecology of the glorious landscapes, summer and autumn, that you’ll journey through today as you wind your way to Maine.

Perkins Cove, United States

You'll arrive midday at Perkins Cove in Ogunquit, named by the Abenaki tribe, because the word means “beautiful place by the sea." The area is known for its stunning walking trails – you'll have an opportunity to explore this quintessential coastal Maine region with a walk along the famed Marginal Way trail that hugs the sea. Originally developed in 1925, the trail is only 1.25 miles – with spectacular breathtaking vistas and iconic scenery.

York Harbor, United States

Arrive for an overnight stay at your oceanfront hotel; join your hosts and fellow travelers for a farewell reception and dinner.

Stage Neck Inn

JOURNEY HOME Location Information Description

Drive directly to Boston’s Logan International Airport from Stage Neck Inn after breakfast. Allow a minimum of two hours for flight check-in; flights should not be booked before 2:00 PM. The group transport will drop guests off at the airport and then drive 3.5 miles to drop off at Boston South Station (for trains).

• All rates listed are per person based on double occupancy and are subject to change without notice. Your land package pricing will be confirmed and guaranteed once your deposit is received and applied to the booking, except where price increases may result from increases in government taxes or fees. Room configurations are subject to availability. Guests added to your party after the booking are priced at the prevailing rate at the time they are added.

Important Information

Cancellation policy.

• 60 days or more before departure: $350.00 per person
• 59-8 days before departure: $600.00 per person
• 7-1 days before departure: $900.00 per person
• On departure day and later: 100% of total price
• Any changes or cancellations to airline reservations made through Tauck either before or after departure are subject to the cancellation / change policies of the individual airlines. In n some instances these cancellation / change fees may be up to 100% of the ticket price.
• Cancellation fees may also apply to any additional services, including extra night accommodations, independently supplied services, and optional excursions reserved prior to, during, and after the tour. If flight changes, including, but not limited to, flight cancellations or name changes, are requested after full land and air deposits are received, revision fees, change fees, or airline cancellation fees will apply.
• All cancellations must be received in writing prior to tour departure. The cancellation policy will apply according to the date that the cancellation notification is received. The MINIMUM cancellation penalty is the deposit amount.
• The purchase to trip cancellation insurance is strongly recommended.

Terms and Conditions

• Land only “from price” is per person based on two people sharing a room together and does not include airfare unless expressly stated.
• All prices are in US Dollars.
• A $350 non-refundable, non-transferable, per-person, per-vacation deposit is required to reserve space for you. Payment of the deposit indicates you have read and accepted all Terms & Conditions. Your booking is not confirmed until the deposit payment is processed and you receive a confirmation invoice.
• Final payment is due 75 days prior to departure. Within the final payment date, payment in full is required at time of booking to reserve space. Reservations (land, cruise, and air) are canceled if final payment is not received by the due date.
• Additional deposits or payments are required for international air added to the start and/or end of your vacation.

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Day 2: Boston, The Cradle Of America

Meals included: breakfast.

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Day 12: Journey Home

After breakfast, travel from Harraseeket Inn to Boston. Tour ends: 11:30 AM at Logan International Airport, Boston or 12:30 PM at Fairmont Copley Plaza. Airport transfers are included. Flights shouldn't be booked before 2:00 PM; allow a minimum of 2 hours for check-in. Ask at booking about extending your stay with additional hotel nights (rooms may not be ready until 3:00 PM).

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Hidden Gems of New England

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Classic New England lives in Boston Common, in the White Mountains aglow with autumn colors, in the general store and the diamond at Fenway Park... the drama of the rugged Maine coast... in Augustus Saint-Gaudens' studio where images of American heroes were forged, in millwheels, covered bridges, and white-steepled churches, and the rocky soil that has long been fertile ground for thinkers, artists, writers, inventors, entrepreneurs and Revolutionaries. This is, as Dayton Duncan observes, Ken Burns' backyard: "New England has always had a special place in American history and American thought. And New England has become Ken Burns' backyard – not just the place where he's raised his family and made his documentaries in the classic New England town of Walpole, New Hampshire, but also a place intertwined with many of the stories he's told: Mark Twain , Baseball , The Civil War and The National Parks: America's Best Idea . It's a distinct region with its own beauty and its own secret treasures – and who better to share them but one of its proudest residents."

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This tour operator’s nine-day New England fall foliage tour begins in Boston and includes visits to the Martha’s Vineyard villages of Edgartown and Oak Bluffs , the southern Maine coast towns of York and Ogunquit , the mansions of Newport, Rhode Island , Franconia Notch State Park in New Hampshire, and the White Mountain National Forest. Another ten-day tour option includes the Vermont side of Lake Champlain.

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On this eight-day guided journey, travelers hit many New England highlights: Boston, Plymouth Rock , Martha’s Vineyard, the Newport mansions, Mystic Seaport in Connecticut, the Norman Rockwell Museum in the Berkshires, picture-perfect Woodstock, Vermont , and a Maine lobster dinner.

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Over the course of eight autumn-themed days, travelers on the “Taste of New England” tour cover a lot of ground and sample a lot of delicious local food, from Boston and the Berkshires to the historic downtown of Manchester, Vermont , to a trip up Mount Washington on the famed Cog Railway and a lobster cruise in Maine.

Know of any New England fall foliage tours we missed? Let us know!

This post was first published in 2017 and has been updated. 

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Ian Aldrich is the Senior Features Editor at Yankee magazine, where he has worked for more for nearly two decades. As the magazine’s staff feature writer, he writes stories that delve deep into issues facing communities throughout New England. In 2019 he received gold in the reporting category at the annual City-Regional Magazine conference for his story on New England’s opioid crisis. Ian’s work has been recognized by both the Best American Sports and Best American Travel Writing anthologies. He lives with his family in Dublin, New Hampshire.

Tauck Commemorates 100 Years of Innovation

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Tauck , the luxury tour operator, will mark its 100th anniversary in 2025 by celebrating its long history while also planning for its future and continuing its tradition of innovation, said the company’s CEO Dan Mahar.

Since Arthur Tauck, Sr. began offering all-inclusive tours of New England in 1925, the operator has seen its company culture as central to its having thrived for almost a century. Great longevity “is usually associated with having a deeper purpose than selling a product,” Mahar said.

Enhancing People’s Lives

The Tauck family, which still fully owns the company, realized early on “that we could enhance peoples’ lives,” Mahar said. What motivates all employees is “taking good care of our customers and constantly innovating.”

“After a century, we have an amazing team of employees, amazing partners and amazing relationships with travel advisors,” Mahar said. “We call all of these stakeholders our global family, and it is this family of people who have united to serve the guest.”

Looking Ahead to 2030

Next year, Tauck will celebrate its milestone by thanking each element of that family. It will also be the time when the company unveils a five-year strategic plan that will take it through 2030, answering the question: Where does Tauck want to be at 105 years old?

The person overseeing that five-year plan will not be Mahar because Tauck’s recently announced succession plan promotes him to chairman and Jennifer Tombaugh, who has served as president since 2011, to CEO in October. Arthur Tauck, Jr., currently chairman, will become chairman emeritus. Jeremy Palmer, chief operating officer since 2019, will become president, and Phil Crosby will continue to serve as CFO.

Both Tombaugh and Palmer, Mahar said, have had the opportunity to run different parts of the organization and have also worked closely with the board of directors. And Crosby, he said, has been with Tauck for decades and possesses “an incredibly deep knowledge of the company’s operations.”

The succession plan has been in the works for a long time, and the company is undergoing this process from a position of strength. “We want to demonstrate continuity to our stakeholders and assure them that Tauck is in good hands in its leadership,” Mahar said.

Broadening The Base

Tauck has evolved significantly over its century of operation and plans to continue to do so, Mahar said. One overriding strategy has been to broaden its customer base while maintaining its traditional levels of quality and all-inclusiveness.

The first expansion was in 1993 into small-ship cruising. The company then moved into Tauck Bridges family vacations, then river cruising, then ocean expeditions. And within its land programs – with products now available in 70 countries – expansion has continued with small groups to reach different market segments.

Consistent Level of Quality

“One thing I continually hear from advisors is that with all of these different product lines, we haven’t changed the quality of the product,” Mahar said. “As a result, customers can move freely from one to another and feel comfortable in the kind of experience they will enjoy. We never wanted to introduce a lower-cost option.”

Outside of Tauck Bridges customers, Tauck clients tend to be empty nesters – traditionally Baby Boomers and now Gen X. In addition, there is a substantial amount of multigenerational and “grand travel” (grandchildren traveling with grandchildren), Mahar said. Another important segment is younger families “who want to create memories with their children.”

All Tauck programs are truly all-inclusive. “We build a complete experience so that the customer doesn’t have to worry about buying anything,” Mahar said. Because all of Tauck’s products are all-inclusive, advisors receive commission on every element of a trip. And since the average itinerary has 180 different components, that adds up to significant compensation.

Creating Complete Experiences 

With programs on seven continents, there are always new ways to discover a place. “The world is our canvas and since our founding our goal has been to create experiences, long before that became a standard concept in travel,” Mahar said. “From the beginning of planning an itinerary, we consider how to build a complete experience. With all that’s included, the value is tremendous.”

Travel Advisor Programs

“When it comes to advisors, it’s been a great marriage, and we want to continue to see it flourish,” said Tauck CEO Dan Mahar. To help advisors prosper, the company offers a range of educational and rewards programs.

• Tauck Academy: Where advisors experience a Tauck trip, combined with immersive classroom education. They are then designated Tauck Certified Advisors, which includes such benefits as advance notification of news and events and opportunities to save on personal travel.
• Tauck Specialist: An online training program that enables advisors to familiarize themselves with Tauck products along with sales tools to expand their portfolio of Tauck clients.
• Agent Rewards: A sales based incentive program where advisors can earn up to $12,000 in credits per year toward a Tauck journey.
• Tauck Webinars: Monthly educational webinars hosted by national account managers and special guests. Advisors who participate receive a value-add for first-time Tauck clients who book within 30 days of the webinar.
• Agent Connect: An online platform providing advisors with the ability to view their client’s upcoming reservation, access sales resources and manage payment details and pre-journey requirements.

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TAUCK EXCLUSIVE - Insider stories about New England during filmed narratives by documentary filmmakers Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan

A visit to the Maine Maritime Museum and authentic lobster dinner at Cook's Lobster & Ale House 

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Guests should be able to easily walk one to two miles, which may include climbing one or two flights of stairs and walking over uneven pavement, groomed hiking trails or cobblestones. Standing up to one hour or more may be required.

Often robust – may include long days, active sightseeing, early starts, evening activities, significant travel times.

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An autumn fall foliage tour paints New England landscapes with bold, Impressionist colors that surprise, delight, energize and mesmerize, and awaken the visionary in you.

Summit mount washington, equinox golf resort and spa, visit the lincoln family home, mount washington omni hotel, tour the clark art museum, go lobster fishing, walk the freedom trail, have lunch at edith wharton's berkshire mansion, the mount, proportion, symmetry, and functionality – welcome to edith wharton's "the mount".

In the Berkshires of Massachusetts, discover the life story of the first woman to win the Pulitzer Prize, Edith Wharton, author of best-selling novels such as The Age of Innocence. Her gardens and mansion speak volumes about her privileged upbringing, and she was known for her revolutionary design sensibility – the novelist designed the house and gardens herself and called it her first real home. Discover what it was like to be one of her guests on a guided tour that's followed by lunch.

Tauck Exclusive – film vignettes by Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan

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Get an exclusive perspective from filmmakers Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan in short films that tell stories of the people who shaped and defined New England; they bring their knowledge and behind-the-scenes insights to you via exclusive filmed narratives. Ken Burns has been making groundbreaking films chronicling the "American story" for more than 30 years, with a mission to explore who we are as Americans. His films have won more than a dozen Emmy Awards and two Oscar nominations, and include documentaries about our national parks and pastimes, America's wars and wealthy families, the men and women who changed history, and the times that changed us all.

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Real ID Act - Effective May 7, 2025

Beginning in May 2025, some state IDs will no longer permit you to board a domestic flight. Currently, some states are compliant, some have received extensions, and some are not compliant.  Click here  to see the status of your state. If your state license is not compliant, you can use a passport in lieu of a valid state ID. 

Please Note:  The federal government has extended the deadline to May 7, 2025 for domestic airline passengers to secure a Real ID driver's license for use as identification at the airport. Travelers without a verified license or ID card will also have the option of showing other identity documents, such as a passport or military ID to board a plane.

If you are traveling by air to join and/or depart from this tour within the U.S.,  please read the section entitled Airline Security Measures in below to determine what travel documentation is required.

If you are frequent traveler to the U.S. from Canada ,  you may benefit from the NEXUS program, which is a joint initiative between the U.S. Customs and Border Protection Agency and the Canada Border Services Agency that allows pre-screened and approved travelers faster processing at designated highway lanes in high-volume border crossing locations, at a NEXUS kiosk at several airports, and at certain marine reporting locations in the Great Lakes and Seattle regions. For further information, you may log on to the Nexus Internet website by clicking  here .

If you are a citizen of another country traveling internationally,   you should contact an embassy or consulate of the U.S. to determine what travel documentation is necessary. You may also log on to the U.S. State Department's Internet site by clicking  here.

We recommend that you make at least two photocopies of all the travel documents that you bring with you. Include copies of the photo page of your passport that contains the date of issuance, the date of expiration and your citizenship. Secure one set of copies in the safe in your room while traveling and leave one set behind with someone at home who will assist you in the event your documents are misplaced, lost or stolen.

To facilitate Travel Requirements, destinations are increasingly utilizing online forms that require digital proof that you've successfully completed your submission (via an email, QR code, etc.) To ensure smooth travels and peace of mind, we strongly recommend all guests carry a personal smart phone and sign up for international data plans before traveling overseas.

Note: For activities marked with an asterisk (*) in day-by-day descriptions, participation is at your own risk; a signed liability waiver will be required.

TRAVELING WITH CHILDREN AS A GUARDIAN: If you are traveling as the guardian of a child/children, we strongly suggest that you carry a letter from both parents of the child authorizing emergency treatment in the event of illness or accident. For travel abroad, many foreign countries have specific entry requirements for children under 21 who are traveling internationally without BOTH parents. (These requirements are in response to the increased incidence of children being abducted and taken abroad.) PLEASE NOTE THAT TAUCK IS NOT RESPONSIBLE for the disruption of travel caused by improper documentation for children traveling without both parents.

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• Tour Name and Departure Date
• Traveler's Name: First and last names as they appear on your passport or driver's license
• Traveler's Address(es)
• Email Address*
• Traveler's Phone Number(s)*
• Emergency Contact Information: Please provide the name and phone number  of a relative or friend (not travelling with you) whom we could contact during the tour in the unlikely event of an emergency
• Interest in purchasing a travel protection plan (US and Canada)
• Interest in extending your trip by staying in a Tauck recommended hotel before your trip begins or after it ends
• Interest in our specially negotiated airfares

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The deposit and the fees for the optional Protection Plan or Cancel Fee Waiver [CFW] coverage are due at time of booking.

The deposit amount is $350 per person

Final Payment:

Final Payment is due to Tauck 90 days before departure for lands trips, and 120 days before departure for cruises and rail journeys. If your deposit was made by credit card, final payment will be automatic unless you opted out at time of booking. Bookings without full payment at this time may be subject to cancellation without notice. Failure to make payment will be a considered a cancellation by the guest and all applicable cancellation fees will apply.

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Effective for plans purchased as of July 1, 2021:

Cancellation Waiver – Provided by Tauck:

Under Tauck's Cancellation Fee Waiver you can cancel your tour for ANY REASON up to the day before departure and receive a money-back refund (except in Extreme Circumstances*) on the land tour cost, based on your original method of payment.

*Extreme Circumstances:  In the event of an act of God, war (whether declared or undeclared), terrorism, accident, natural disaster, outbreak of disease, or other event or circumstance beyond our control that contributes to or results in cancellation rates above our historical cancellation rates in the absence of such event or occurrence, Tauck reserves the right to issue a credit to you in lieu of a money-back refund, applicable to a future Tauck journey.

Travel Insurance Benefits – Underwritten by United States Fire Insurance Company.

• Trip Cancellation –  If you must cancel your tour due to a covered reason, the plan provides coverage for the amount you paid for your travel arrangements. Since the non-insurance cancellation waiver takes care of the land package cancellation fees already, this benefit reimburses the airfare cancellation charges up to the value of your original airfare purchase.
• Trip Interruption –  If you have to interrupt your tour for covered reasons, the plan provides reimbursement for up to $5,000 to catch up to your tour or return home.
• Travel Delay –  Provides reimbursement for missed, prepaid travel arrangements if you are delayed by a common carrier, natural disaster, unannounced strike, or other reasons as cited in the plan.
• Medical Expense –  Reimburses covered medical expenses incurred in the event you become injured or sick during your trip. 
• Baggage / Personal Effects Protection –  Provides reimbursement in the event your luggage or personal effects are, lost, stolen, damaged or delayed during your trip.

Worldwide Emergency Assistance Services –  Provided by Carefree Travel Assistance; 24-hour emergency telephone assistance hotline for medical and travel related problems.

The cost of Tauck's Guest Protection is: $349  per person

This protection provides insurance coverage that applies only during the covered trip. You may have coverage from other sources that provides you with similar benefits but may be subject to different restrictions depending upon your other coverages. You may wish to compare the terms of this policy with your existing life, health, home and automobile policies. If you have any questions about your current coverage, call your insurer, insurance agent or broker.

This optional Guest Protection must be requested at time of booking and fee must be included with initial payment. Fees are based on costs as of July 1, 2021, and are subject to change. Details will be provided with written confirmation of your tour reservation. Guest Protection does not protect travel agent commissions. Reimbursements will be made according to original method of payment. The amount of any refund shall be reduced by any recoveries obtained by you from any third parties.

The Guest Protection plan waives cancellation fees outlined below, provided we are notified of cancellation before your tour departs. Tour cancellation fees are waived regardless of reason, without written notice, and Tauck will refund land tour cost.

To obtain your state-specific Certificate of Insurance that contains the complete terms, conditions, limitations and exclusions of the certificate, visit  affinitytravelcert.com/docs/TACGPPDOM .

If You Have To Cancel

If you cancel within 10 days of initial deposit Within the first 10 days after you place your initial deposit, you may cancel your reservation for any reason with no cancellation fees. If you cancel more than 10 days after initial deposit Regardless of reason, cancellations result in costly charges from our travel and hotel providers covering penalties and fees incurred by canceling confirmed bookings. These fees vary from tour to tour. Therefore, the following fees apply.

Cancellation Fees with Tauck's Guest Protection Plan:

Loss of Guest Protection fee, per person

Cancellation Fees without Tauck's Guest Protection Plan :

90 days or more before departure = $350 per person

89-8 days before departure = $600 per person

7-1 days before departure = $900 per person

Time of cancellation  will be when notice is received in our Wilton Woods, CT office.

In the event of an unforeseen circumstance beyond our control,  Tauck reserves the right to amend the cancellation terms outlined herein.

Note:  All Guests, regardless of residency, who book a Tauck journey have the option of purchasing the Cancellation Fee Waiver provided by Tauck in the event they need to cancel their trip after making their reservations. Tauck's Guest Protection, which includes both the Cancellation Fee Waiver and the Travel Insurance Benefits and Assistance Services described above, is not available to residents of Puerto Rico.

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Travel Requirements For This Tour

Air Information and Luggage Restrictions

AIRFARE: Airfare to and from this destination is not included in the journey cost. If purchasing your air elsewhere, it is very important to provide us with your confirmed arriving and departing flight information no later than 3 weeks before your arrival date. Flight information can be submitted to Tauck (or verified, if you've already provided it) in the My Account section of Tauck.com.

TAUCK AIRPORT TRANSFERS are included at the start and end of the journey between the airport and the Tauck hotel. Airport transfers are available for any pre tour or post tour hotel stays immediately consecutive to the tour, providing flight information is received in the Tauck office no later than three weeks in advance. Details on locating your transfer upon arrival to the tour start city will be included in your final documents.

AIRLINES and CHECKED LUGGAGE: Due to space limitations during your Tauck journey, we ask that you please limit your checked luggage to one average-size suitcase per person. Besides complying with the Tauck restriction noted above, you should also be sure to research and comply with all airline baggage restrictions relating to your flights to and from your Tauck journey. Airlines have become much more strict in enforcing size and weight limits in recent years, and are free to revise luggage policies without notice. Researching and complying with airline luggage restrictions is the responsibility of the guest, and Tauck cannot be held responsible for any costs or disruptions to travel caused by the failure to research and comply with airline policies. PLEASE NOTE that if you are booked on a tour that includes on-tour flights, the checked luggage weight restrictions for these flights may be lower than the weight restrictions for your international flights.

Checked Luggage – General

Due to space restrictions, we ask that you please limit your checked luggage to one suitcase per person weighing no more than 50 pounds (23 kg) and with overall dimensions (length + width + height) not exceeding 62 inches (158 cm).

Besides complying with the Tauck restriction noted above, you should also be sure to research and comply with all airline baggage restrictions relating to your flights to and from your Tauck journey. Airlines have become much more strict in enforcing size and weight limits in recent years, and luggage exceeding airline standards for size or weight may result in expensive overage fees or other consequences.

Airlines are free to revise luggage policies without notice, and certain airlines have different baggage allowances for different classes of service. Researching and complying with airline luggage restrictions is the responsibility of the guest, and Tauck cannot be held responsible for any costs or disruptions to travel caused by the failure to research and comply with airline policies.

Tauck luggage tags will be provided by your Tauck Director on Day 1 of your itinerary. Please do not attach a Tauck luggage tag to any carry-on items, as the Tauck tags designate luggage that is to be handled and transferred by ground operators and hotel staff during your journey.

Carry-on Luggage – General

Although oversize bags and wheeled, carry-on luggage are popular for airline travel, they are often not convenient or appropriate for motor coach travel or for many on-tour flights. Most modern sightseeing motor coaches offer limited space for numerous or larger items. Space under seats or in the overhead rack is typically small, and designed to accommodate items like coats, hats, purses, and small camera bags, etc.

For your day-to-day travel while on tour, we recommend that you limit your hand luggage to a small, soft-sided carry-on piece, and only those items you need handy during the day such as purses, make-up, medications, cameras, film, etc. Items too large to fit under the motor coach seat or in the overhead rack must be stored in the luggage bays beneath the motor coach, and may not be accessible during daytime travel.

Health, Safety and Mobility

HEALTH CONSIDERATIONS

While drinking water is generally safe at all our hotels, bottled water will be available wherever the local water is not fit to drink. We also provide bottled water on the motor coaches.

Please check with your health insurance provider to determine whether you are covered while traveling. If you will not be covered under your current policy, we strongly suggest that you arrange for adequate coverage while on tour.

VACCINATIONS

If you are a resident of another country traveling to or within the U.S., we suggest that contact your physician, the public health service in your area, or the U.S. Centers for Disease Control (CDC) to obtain information regarding vaccinations and medications for vaccine-preventable diseases and other diseases for which you might be at risk when you reach your destination in the U.S. The Travelers' Health Section of the CDC operates a 24-hour "Travelers' Health Hotline" at 800-232-4636 (toll-free in the U.S.). You may also log on to the CDC website by clicking  here .

While the pace of this tour is relaxed and leisurely, to enjoy this tour, you should be in good health and able to walk reasonable distances, often over unpaved and uneven surfaces. Some of the most memorable sightseeing can only be accomplished on foot. The amount of walking you do, however, is at your discretion.

All of the hotels and resorts on this itinerary have an elevator. If you have difficulty walking, be sure to advise your Tauck Director at the beginning of the tour so that rooms close to the public areas or on the ground floor can be requested if possible.

The Stoweflake Resort is a non-smoking property. The hotel may charge a guest cleaning fees if the guest is found to have smoked anywhere in the hotel. These fees may be applied even after a guest has checked out.

PLEASE NOTE: We regret that we're unable to provide individual assistance to guests with walking difficulties or other personal needs. The responsibility of the Tauck Director who accompanies your trip is to ensure that the larger group enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing individual assistance to any one guest. Guests requiring such individualized assistance must be accompanied by an able-bodied companion who can provide it.

SPECIAL DIETARY REQUESTS

The restaurants, hotels, caterers and numerous other partners we work with all do their best to accommodate special dietary requests from Tauck guests. However, given the diverse nature of those food providers (from small wineries to grand hotels to world-famous restaurants in more than 70 countries worldwide), some of our partners are better able than others to accommodate such requests. We therefore cannot guarantee that all dietary requests can be accommodated at every meal. Also, please note that where dietary requests can be accommodated, choices will frequently be limited.

Reading List

We have compiled a reading list of recommended books to give you more information about the destinations you will be traveling to on your upcoming journey!

You can view the reading list  here.

New England has four distinct seasons and with each some rain or snow does fall. In autumn, from September through November, daytime temperatures range from 50 to 75 ˚F (10 to 24 ˚C), but temperatures above 80 ˚F (27 ˚C) as well as freezing temperatures are not uncommon. "Indian summer" is a name given to a period of sunny, warm weather in autumn not long before winter. The most widely accepted criterion for determining whether an Indian summer is occurring is that the weather must be above 70 °F (21 °C) for seven days after the autumnal equinox. In the mountains, late nights and early mornings may be chilly. By the shore, a short jaunt out onto the water or even relaxing seaside with an onshore breeze may require a jacket or sweater. To enjoy the changing color of the leaves be prepared for early morning frosts and even a day or two of summer-like weather.

To read about current weather conditions, we suggest you log on to the Internet website,  noaa.gov , by clicking  here .

What To Pack

Bringing the right clothing for your trip is important – we've partnered with Necessary Gear who provide an "easy-to-use, one-stop shop" for your Tauck travel needs, specifically selected for this trip.  Click here to visit their site .

Your journey is designed with leisure in mind. Dress for comfort and convenience with a wardrobe that is adaptable and allows for layering. Generally, during the day, casual, comfortable, cotton clothing is recommended. Cool weather at higher elevations or at night will require warmer, layered clothing. For the welcome and farewell receptions, casual wear is appropriate; formal wear is never required. For dinner at the Omni Mount Washington Resort, athletic wear, pool attire and gentlemen's hats are not allowed; jackets are suggested.  The hotel has a small selection of jackets available on site. Warm clothing that can be layered is recommended for the lobster boat excursion and cruise in Portland, as temperatures are normally 10 degrees cooler on the water than on land. A jacket or fleece for summer outings and something heavier for autumn is highly recommended.

We recommend that you pack an adequate supply of your prescription medication in its original container to last through your entire journey, together with a copy of your doctor's prescription (or a letter from your health-care provider on office stationery explaining that the medication has been prescribed for you), a list of the generic names of your medication, your travel documents and a change of clothing in your carry-on bag to avoid any inconvenience in the event that your flight or luggage is delayed.

Valet laundry service is available at most of the hotels. Hair dryers are available in most of the guest rooms, and irons and ironing boards are available on request.

Following is a list of recommended items to pack for your tour of New England:

• Casual daytime wear – shorts, slacks, long and short-sleeved shirts
• An optional jacket for men
• Casually elegant evening wear for ladies
• Sunglasses, sunscreen, hat
• A light sweater or jacket for higher elevations or a breezy night
• Insect repellent
• Camera, lenses, batteries, memory cards and chargers
• Lightweight, comfortable, sturdy walking shoes that have already been broken-in
• Travel alarm clock/cell phone with alarm function (many hotels do not have clocks in the rooms)
• Rain poncho and collapsible umbrella
• Reusable zipper lock bags or other waterproof bags
• Daypack for camera equipment
• Sundries and toiletries that may be difficult to find en route
• Copies of your travel documents that should be secured in the safe in your hotel room while traveling

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• An autumn fall foliage tour paints New England landscapes with bold
• Impressionist colors that surprise
• energize and mesmerize
• and awaken the visionary in you.This excursion through Grand New England offers more than the visual excitement of a fall foliage tour. Enjoy exclusive filmed vignettes by filmmakers Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan that share personal stories and take you behind the scenes of their films. See American history in a new light in places where it was made
• then re-made by poets
• painters and icon-makers... the Revolutionary heart of Boston
• the Berkshire retreats of Norman Rockwell and Edith Wharton
• and the Gilded Age mountain resort at Bretton Woods. Travel through lush forests and fertile fields sweet with fragrant air
• rich in tradition and brimming with antique charm. Search out the elusive soul of New England from Boston to Bar Harbor

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• TAUCK EXCLUSIVE - Insider stories about New England during filmed narratives by documentary filmmakers Ken Burns and Dayton Duncan Private Tauck schooner cruise on the waters off Bar Harbor in Maine A private tour and lunch at Edith Wharton’s Berkshire home, The Mount A New England farm-to-table cooking demonstration and dinner in Vermont An exclusive hands-on lobstering experience in Portland with a local lobsterman

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It's easy to see the world's sights. To stand in long lines, push through the crowds, and generally have the same standard-issue vacation as everyone else. But that's not good enough for us, and it's not good enough for you. We believe that travel should be easy. It should be fun. It should be worth your time and the price you paid. It should re-energize and transform. And above all else, it should be beyond the ordinary. Because how you see the world matters.

In 1882, Herman Tauck arrived in New York City from Germany in search of the American dream. His determination and values were passed on to his son, Arthur Tauck, who would realize that dream. With ingenuity and an innovative spirit, Arthur started Tauck Motor Tours, a travel company that would give birth to a new industry. The first tour, through the back roads of New England, was created by this 27-year-old in 1925. It embodied the same successful formula used by Tauck today: do the right thing. Craft a life-enriching travel experience; provide it at a single all-inclusive price; ensure there is great value for money; and rely on recommendations of satisfied customers to build a following and grow the business.

Two elements that did change over the next 90+ years – and three generations of Taucks – were the scope of destinations served and the variety of modes of travel used. Today Tauck delivers life-enriching travel experiences to every corner of the globe, incorporating small cruise ships, premium riverboats, trains, helicopters and more. What started as a New England motor coach tour company has truly evolved into an extraordinary global travel company. The fourth generation of Taucks is now involved in the company. While remarkable in any business, this seamless continuity across generations speaks to shared vision and values.

Throughout its history, the concept of “family” at Tauck has gone far beyond those sharing the surname to include hundreds of valued employees, and hundreds of thousands of loyal guests. The story of Tauck is the story of a unique American family company celebrating a passion for travel – a story that will continue to inspire generations to come.

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If you have a place on your bucket list, chances are, a cruise will get you there – provided the destination is along a coastline or inland waterway. Cruises cover the world, taking millions of passengers each year to regions such as the Caribbean, the Bahamas, Alaska, Europe, the Mediterranean and even Antarctica. Cruising offers a tremendous value, with trips that include your lodging, meals and entertainment – all rolled into one. Some luxury cruise lines even offer fully inclusive vacations, which cover drinks and tours ashore. And best of all, cruising means seeing the world conveniently after unpacking only once.

Cruises also provide a wonderful option for families, with many ships offering things like waterslides, mini-golf courses and fun clubs for kids, tweens and teens. While most are free, nursery programs can cost extra. Planning is easy: Pick your destination and the right ship (and line) for your travel style. The cruise line makes it simple, offering packages to help you save on extras like alcohol, shore tours or even airfare.

Travelers say they choose to cruise because cruising often costs less per night when compared with land vacations at a hotel, where they'll have to book -- and pay for -- every extra.

What are Tips for Finding Cheap Cruises?

If you're a flexible traveler, you'll have a better chance of finding cheap cruises. Take a cruise that doesn't sail over the summer or holidays, when prices are highest. Book an inside cabin, or take your chances with a "guarantee cabin," ideal for passengers who aren't picky about their stateroom location but really want the lowest price available. Book cabins on lower decks, which often come with lower prices than those rooms on higher floors – that is staterooms over suites.

Cruise brands such as Carnival Cruise Line, MSC Cruises, Norwegian Cruise Line and Royal Caribbean International offer rates that might drop as low as $75 per person per night -- and sometimes even lower.

If you want a real bargain, consider a transatlantic or repositioning cruise. These cruises are one-way or open-jaw trips, that start in one port and finish at another. You can score a deal sailing from Florida to Europe, for example, or even from New York to Florida. Just be aware, you'll probably have to pay a bit more for airfare to return.

What are Tips to Finding Last-Minute Cruise Deals?

While being flexible date wise will always get you the best last-minute cruise deals, it's particularly helpful if you live near a cruise port and can quickly drive there. That way you'll probably be able to jump on those deals that might pop up just a week or two before the ship is scheduled to sail.

Or if you don't have flexibility with either departure dates or embarkation locations, be willing to compromise on exact destinations. This will allow you to find a wider range of last-minute deals traveling to locations in their off-season or so-called shoulder season.

Do plenty of research and know what your ideal cruise is and costs on average, so both are already on your radar. When you see it drop, pounce! (Many cruise lines update pricing several times per day, so preparation is crucial.)

Best cruises in 2024

There's truly a cruise style and ship for everyone, and that has never been more the case than in 2024, as vessels continue to come in an array of sizes – from riverboats and expedition vessels to the largest-ever mega ships. And it's not an exaggeration to say some are loaded with so many activities that you couldn't possibly enjoy them all in a single sailing.

Families will find plenty of options and activities onboard big ships, which have transformed cruising, making the vessels as exciting as the destinations themselves. The Caribbean is always a great option for families, offering lots of sunshine, great beaches and culture. Alaska, famous for its incredible vistas and abundant wildlife, is also a solid family cruise option. Consider cruise brands such as Carnival Cruise Line, Princess Cruises, Royal Caribbean International, Norwegian Cruise Line, Disney Cruise Line, MSC Cruises and even Celebrity Cruises and Holland America Line for a great multi-generational voyage.

Or on the smaller side, by comparison, river cruising remains a hot ticket item this year, with exciting routes that send eager guests down the Danube or Rhine rivers in Europe or to lesser-frequented locations, like the Mekong River in Cambodia or Vietnam, or soon the Magdalena River in Colombia. Popular river cruises embark in timeless cities like Amsterdam, Budapest and Lisbon. River cruise lines to consider encompass Viking, AmaWaterways, Avalon Waterways, Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, Emerald Cruises, Tauck, Uniworld Boutique River Cruises and Riverside Luxury Cruises, as well as American Cruise Lines for a domestic alternative.

If you're an adventurer at heart, an expedition cruise might be best for you. These voyages, often onboard small ships (only a few hundred passengers tops), offer an intimate experience that brings passengers right up next to glaciers, whales, penguins and iguanas. Ships visit tiny spots all over the world – from pole to pole – including the Arctic, Alaska, Australia, Greenland, the Galapagos and, of course, Antarctica. Passengers will spend their time zodiacing, kayaking, hiking, biking and exploring with expert guides and knowledgeable naturalists. Expedition travelers love cruise lines such as Lindblad Expeditions-National Geographic, UnCruise Adventures, Silversea, HX (formerly Hurtigruten Expeditions), Ponant and Quark Expeditions, as well as an ever-expanding list that now even extends to Seabourn and Viking.

But for the most decadent form of travel, luxury cruises offer all-inclusive experiences onboard small to median-sized ships (usually under a thousand passengers) with perks like butlers, high-end amenities and personalized, intuitive service, not to mention the finest dining at sea. Ships often feature luxury touches like marble and crystal decor, intimate spaces and beautiful spas. Because luxury ships tend to be on the smaller size, they can often reach off-the-beaten-path destinations bigger ships simply cannot access -- ports like St. Tropez or Guadeloupe. If you're looking for a luxury cruise, consider Crystal, Seabourn, Regent Seven Seas Cruises, Silversea, Explora Journeys, Scenic Luxury Cruises & Tours, The Ritz-Carlton Yacht Collection and upcoming Four Seasons Yachts.

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Celebrate the spirit of Detroit

In recent decades, Detroit may not have always been the headliner on everyone’s must-see cities list, but you’ll be singing a different tune after attending our upcoming inside Tauck presentation. Join us as Karin Risko, owner of City Tour Detroit, shares her passion for all things Detroit… AKA Motown… AKA Motor City… AKA the Renaissance City… giving us a glimpse into what makes its downtown so special, including its storied history, its significant global contributions, and its remarkable recent comeback.

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Karin Risko

Business owner, tour guide and author, Karin Risko has been showing off Detroit for over a decade. She continues to expand her company, City Tour Detroit, which shows off the many different facets of Detroit’s fabulous and quirky history – and gives her an opportunity to surprise and delight guests, exceeding their expectations of the city and dispelling the image of Detroit as a new discovery. Karin is the author of A History Lover’s Guide to Detroit and co-author of Michigan Civil War Landmarks , both published by The History Press.

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