NEW YORK, NEW YORK
Friday, September 19
The city that never sleeps beckons—renowned museums and sites galore by day, the glittering sophistication of clubs, theaters, and restaurants by night. Explore Chinatown, Greenwich Village, the United Nations, Central Park’s Museum Mile, and Wall Street’s towering steel and glass monuments to commerce, then hop into a cab for an afternoon of world-class shopping along Park and Fifth Avenues.
NEWPORT, RHODE ISLAND
Saturday, September 20
Known as the Queen of Summer Resorts, Newport was home to many of America’s wealthiest Gilded Age tycoons, including the Astors, Belmonts, and Vanderbilts. Today, travelers can tour these opulent mansions, carefully restored by the Newport Preservation Society. Walking tours of Newport showcase a fine collection of pre-Revolutionary War buildings in the Colonial Downtown section, sophisticated boutiques, and excellent restaurants.
SEMINARS-AT-SEA
Sunday, September 21
Immerse yourself in the insights of influential conservative figures, savoring the wisdom shared by key leaders. Connect with like-minded enthusiasts of the Young America’s Foundation, creating bonds and lasting memories that echo the strength of friendships forged in shared principles. It's an opportunity to build profound connections and lasting camaraderie amid the foundation's shared values.
BAR HARBOR, MAINE
Monday, September 22
Tall ships unfurl their sails and make for the open sea while harbor seals, porpoises, and whales play in the wide blue bay. Bar Harbor was once a haven for wealthy visitors who built shingled, 60-room "summer cottages" on rocky promontories and islands. Today, the main interest is Acadia National Park, a magnificent landscape of coastal mountains and coves, lakes, streams, ponds, and the Somes Sound, a splendid glacial-carved fjord.
SAINT JOHN (BAY OF FUNDY), NEW BRUNSWICK
Tuesday, September 23
Explore the sophisticated urban delights and extraordinary natural wonders of Saint John and the Bay of Fundy. Discover the area’s Loyalist heritage and shipbuilding industry with a visit to the New Brunswick Museum. Enjoy Victorian architecture as you stroll through the Old City Market. Head out to view the thrilling natural wonder of the world’s highest tides as water roils and swirls, literally reversing the river’s flow.
HALIFAX, NOVA SCOTIA
Wednesday, September 24
Located on one of the largest natural harbors in the world, Nova Scotia’s Halifax welcomes travelers with its signature nautical cuisine and friendly maritime smiles. Tour Halifax Citadel or stroll through the delightful Public Gardens, the oldest Victorian gardens in Canada. Scenic Dartmouth lies on the opposite shore and can be visited by crossing on the oldest saltwater ferry in Canada.
SYDNEY, NOVA SCOTIA
Thursday, September 25
Poised on Cape Breton Island, Sydney is your gateway to the scenic and historic attractions of the Cape Breton Highlands, and the incredible Fortress of Louisbourg National Historic Site, Canada’s largest historical reconstruction. Sydney charms travelers with harbor views along the boardwalk and from the nearby summer home of Alexander Graham Bell, now an enlightening museum.
SEMINARS-AT-SEA
Friday, September 26
Lounge by the pool, pamper yourself with rejuvenating spa treatments, and revel in Broadway-worthy shows that dazzle under the open sky. From high-stakes gaming in the casino to cultural enrichment through lectures and workshops, every moment on this opulent cruise promises excitement and unparalleled experiences on the vast and boundless sea.
SAGUENAY, QUEBEC
Saturday, September 27
Surrounded by verdant mountains and high plateaus, Saguenay, with its breathtaking scenery, is Canada’s only navigable fjord. Its rich ecosystem draws pods of visiting whales, seals, and seabirds. Nestled among the flowering hills, discover some of the most picturesque villages in Québec. Saguenay is the traveler's portal to a host of activities, including kayaking, power boating, whale watching, and hiking amid simply gorgeous surroundings.
QUEBEC CITY, QUEBEC
Sunday, September 28
Celebrate the charm of this great historic city by strolling the cool cobbled streets of Basse-Ville, with its outstanding architecture, graceful parks, and delightful sidewalk cafés. Soak in spectacular views of the St. Lawrence River and head over to the Rue du Trésor, where many local artists display and sell their artwork. Discover Place Royale, a beautifully restored market square, and the green-turreted castle of Château Frontenac, Québec’s most celebrated landmark.
MONTREAL, QUEBEC
Monday, September 29 - Tuesday, September 30
The diversity and rich cultural heritage of Montréal never cease to captivate. Take a horse-drawn carriage through the Vieux-Montréal, the largest collection of historic buildings in North America. Browse the shops and boutiques along the 19 miles of neon-lit corridors of the Underground City. Explore the exquisite works on display at the Musée des Beaux Artes or walk part of the Jardin Botanique, the largest Chinese garden in North America.