What we’re about
We are a traveling club welcoming members who have a passion to travel and share adventures around the world and meet new friends. We are affiliated with The Traveling Texans 50+ who are a bunch of fun loving people who share our passion. Single, married, wanting to travel with friends, or looking for a travel partners, we roommate match, you are all welcome. Bring your sense of adventure!
We offer group trips to many exciting places. We get member feedback to determine what trips we offer. We want this group to be about you, what is on your bucket list, and making new friends. Let's have some great adventures together.
***Monthly payments available on most trips***
*** FLIGHTS WILL BE OUT OF LOCAL AIRPORTS ***
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8 Day Danube River Cruise thru Hungary, Slovakia, Austria & Germany
Location not specified yet#
Cruise along the peaceful Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, and Germany from October 3 – 10, 2023 — discovering some of Central Europe’s most splendid capitals and charming towns along the way. Begin this timeless European river cruise in Budapest, where guided sightseeing acquaints you with the highlights of the vibrant capital of Hungary. Set sail on the Danube, take pictures of the impressive Parliament Building as you leave Budapest, and head for Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. Here enjoy a guided walk through the delightful Old Town and visit the Gothic-style St. Martin’s Cathedral. Vienna, Austria, the “City of Music,” makes an immediate impression with its lavish Habsburg Imperial Palace and neo-renaissance Vienna Opera House. Enjoy the magnificent views as your river cruise takes you through the picturesque wine region of the Wachau Valley, with stops for a guided walk in Dürnstein and a visit of the impressive Benedictine Abbey of Melk. In Linz, walk around the Hauptplatz— Austria’s largest medieval square, which forms the center of the city, and be sure to photograph the splendid Trinity Column. Passau, Germany, the “City of Three Rivers,” is uniquely located where the Inn, Ilz, and Danube rivers converge. See its maze of narrow cobblestone streets lined with beautiful Patrician houses, and marvel at St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a masterpiece of Baroque architecture.
Join us on Avalon’s newest river boat the Envision. 166 passengers with three excursions included every day– Danube River Cruise Registration Link
ITINERARY:
October 3 – Budapest, Hungary (embarkation)
October 4 – Budapest
October 5 – Bratislava, Slovakia
October 6 – Vienna
October 7 – Dürnstein–Wachau Valley - Ybbs. Excursion to Melk
October 8 – Linz
October 9 – Schlögen Oxbow–Passau, Germany
October 10 – Vilshofen (disembarkation)
PRICING INFO:
Category A cabins – $4,208 pp
Category B cabins – $4,158 pp
Category C cabins – $3,008 pp
**Pricing is Based on Double Occupancy
**Limited Single Occupancy Available Inquire for Rates
**International Airfare Not Included
Click here for the Registration of the tour – Danube River Cruise Registration Link
For the Day-by-Day Itinerary for this tour, please click here - Danube River Cruise Itinerary
Click here for our tip list – Garden State Travelers Triplist (canva.site)
Click here for more pics of – Danube River Cruise
Please join our Facebook group here to stay up to date on all of our activities – facebook link1 attendee8 Day Danube River Cruise thru Hungary, Slovakia, Austria & Germany
Location not specified yet#
Cruise along the peaceful Danube River through Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, and Germany from October 3 – 10, 2023 — discovering some of Central Europe’s most splendid capitals and charming towns along the way. Begin this timeless European river cruise in Budapest, where guided sightseeing acquaints you with the highlights of the vibrant capital of Hungary. Set sail on the Danube, take pictures of the impressive Parliament Building as you leave Budapest, and head for Bratislava, the capital of Slovakia. Here enjoy a guided walk through the delightful Old Town and visit the Gothic-style St. Martin’s Cathedral. Vienna, Austria, the “City of Music,” makes an immediate impression with its lavish Habsburg Imperial Palace and neo-renaissance Vienna Opera House. Enjoy the magnificent views as your river cruise takes you through the picturesque wine region of the Wachau Valley, with stops for a guided walk in Dürnstein and a visit of the impressive Benedictine Abbey of Melk. In Linz, walk around the Hauptplatz— Austria’s largest medieval square, which forms the center of the city, and be sure to photograph the splendid Trinity Column. Passau, Germany, the “City of Three Rivers,” is uniquely located where the Inn, Ilz, and Danube rivers converge. See its maze of narrow cobblestone streets lined with beautiful Patrician houses, and marvel at St. Stephen’s Cathedral, a masterpiece of Baroque architecture.
Join us on Avalon’s newest river boat the Envision. 166 passengers with three excursions included every day– Danube River Cruise Registration Link
ITINERARY:
October 3 – Budapest, Hungary (embarkation)
October 4 – Budapest
October 5 – Bratislava, Slovakia
October 6 – Vienna
October 7 – Dürnstein–Wachau Valley - Ybbs. Excursion to Melk
October 8 – Linz
October 9 – Schlögen Oxbow–Passau, Germany
October 10 – Vilshofen (disembarkation)
PRICING INFO:
Category A cabins – $4,208 pp
Category B cabins – $4,158 pp
Category C cabins – $3,008 pp
**Pricing is Based on Double Occupancy
**Limited Single Occupancy Available Inquire for Rates
**International Airfare Not Included
Click here for the Registration of the tour – Danube River Cruise Registration Link
For the Day-by-Day Itinerary for this tour, please click here - Danube River Cruise Itinerary
Click here for our tip list – Garden State Travelers Triplist (canva.site)
Click here for more pics of – Danube River Cruise
Please join our Facebook group here to stay up to date on all of our activities – facebook link1 attendee
11-DAY CRUISE ON NORWEGIAN PEARL Greek Isles: Santorini, Mykonos & Croatia
Location not specified yetThe Mediterranean is one of our favorite destinations.
It's one of the best destinations in the world with something to offer everyone.
Experience the history, natural beauty and rich cultures of the Mediterranean with Norwegian. Take a short ferry ride from Mykonos to the island of Delos — the mythological birthplace of Apollo and Artemis and a UNESCO World Heritage Site — and visit ancient ruins. In Olympia, visit the site of the very first Olympic Games, explore the Archaeological Museum and get a glimpse into local life with a visit to a farm while discovering the best of the region on a guided tour. Game of Thrones fans will enjoy a tour of Dubrovnik’s Old Town where several historic sites were featured in the hit TV show. Then embark on a gondola tour of Venice’s legendary canals.Enjoy the beautiful beaches, clear blue Mediterranean waters and world-famous Greek/Italian food and hospitality. This trip is a combination of culture, history, and famous islands, with some incredible food thrown in for good taste.
Port of Call Date Arrival Time Departure Time
PIRAEUS ATHENS 05/31/2025
SANTORINI ISLAND 06/01/2025
MYKONOS 06/02/2025
HERAKLION CRETE 06/03/2025
OLYMPIA KATAKOLON 06/04/2025
CORFU 06/05/2025
KOTOR 06/06/2025
DUBROVNIK 06/07/2025
SPLIT 06/08/2025
VENICE 06/09/2025
KOPER 06/10/2025
VENICE (TRIESTE) 06/11/2025PRICING AS FOLLOWS:
Inside Cabin - $3,441.51pp, double occupancy
Ocean View - $3,709.95 pp, double occupancy
Balcony - $5,067.84 pp, double occupancy
**Pricing on this adventure, based on double occupancy, which INCLUDES airfare, all taxes/fees and trip insurance, and pre-paid gratuities.
**Dining and beverage package available at an additional $260 per person.**Pricing is based on availability and subject to change.
**If you are a solo traveler we have a roommate-matching service to help save you from paying the single supplement.
Click here for the registration : Cruise Registration Link
Please feel free to email gardenstatetravelers@gmail.com with any questions or concerns.
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Christmas Markets on the Rhine 2025 AmaWaterways on AmaStella
Location not specified yetChristmas Markets on the Rhine 2025 AmaWaterways on AmaStella
November 29, 2025 - December 6, 2025.
Limited-Time Savings included in price is
$250 off per person for all double balconies valid for our group. Must put down deposit by March 31, 2024 for this offer.
7-NIGHT AMSTERDAM TO BASEL, SWITZERLAND CRUISE
https://youtu.be/OEHzxCYLOj0
Experience the deep-rooted holiday traditions of Europe at its most festive time of year. From the iconic canals of Amsterdam to Switzerland’s Lake Lucerne and Zurich, get caught up in the magic of the holidays with visits to some of the world’s most timeless Christmas Markets. Warm up with a mug of steamy glühwein while at the Cologne Christmas Market located in front of its UNESCO-designated Gothic cathedral. Let the "Capital of Noël," Strasbourg, the oldest and largest Christmas Market in France, captivate you the way it has for so many others for centuries. Meander through Heidelberg’s majestic Christmas Market nestled idyllically amongst the historic squares of the Old Town. And while in Gengenbach, marvel at the world’s largest Advent calendar, where every evening at 6:00 PM, the brightly lit windows of the neo-classical town hall open and behind each one is a picture inspired by a famous artist, such as Andy Warhol. Cherish all the glory of the season in grand European style as you cruise along the Rhine.
Youtube: Christmas Markets River Cruises with AmaWaterways - YouTube
For Itinerary: Itinerary
Pricing below includes the port charges of $231.
Please note that Categories D & E will have the group discount of $250 off per person included in the pricing. This is live inventory and subject to change.
$400 deposit per person by March 31, 2024 is needed for the current special rates.
Please note prices are subject to change due to availability.
Youtube: Christmas Markets River Cruises with AmaWaterways - YouTube
For Itinerary: Itinerary
AMAWaterways video: Video Link
$400 deposit per person by March 31, 2024 is needed for the current special rates.
Please note prices are subject to change due to availability.
| Category | Description | Available | DBL – PP(USD) |
| -------- | ----------- | --------- | ------------- |
| SS | Suite - French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 350 sq. ft. | 2 | $7,679.00 |
| AA | French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 235 sq. ft. | 1 | $6,379.00 |
| AB | French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 235 sq. ft. | 4 | $6,179.00 |
| BA | French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 210 sq. ft. | 9 | $5,979.00 |
| BB | French Balcony & Outside Balcony, 210 sq. ft. | 8 | $5,779.00 |
| CA | French Balcony, 170 sq. ft. | 12 | $5,179.00 |
| CB | French Balcony, 155 sq. ft. | 11 | $4,779.00 |
| D | Fixed Windows, 160 sq. ft. | 11 | $4,079.00 |
| E | Fixed Windows, 160 sq. ft. | | $3,799.00 |
You have the option to add pre/post nights.2 night land extension in Amsterdam for an additional $830 per person
4 night land extension in Lucerne and Zurich for an additional $1,760 per person.
Land pricing includes breakfast, city tours, the cruise manager with them, and the transfer to and from the ship.
***Pricing does not include airfare***
As the trip gets closer, I will get rates for air.CLICK HERE TO REGISTER
Terms & Conditions: All rates are per person in USD for cruise only, based on double occupancy in a BB category stateroom.
Savings included in pricing is $250 discount per person and is applicable to cruise only.
Contact me if you have any questions: gardenstatetravelers@gmail.com
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