Senior Travel Program
Located at Hazelwood Park Senior Center
553 Brock Avenue
New Bedford, MA 02744
Tel: 508-991-6171
Fax: 508-991-6163
Travel Office Hours
Tuesday – Thursday 9:00 am – 3:00 pm
to collect trip money and distribute tickets and brochures
Our fliers will be available at all Senior Center Sites for your convenience
Our tours are available to seniors 50 and older
Winter Tours
February 13, 2019 – Foxwoods Casino
March 13, 2019 – Boston Flower Show
March 21, 2019 – The Phantom of the Opera
Spring Tours
April 8, 2019 – Foxwoods Casino
April 24, 2019 – ABBA Tribute Band
April 27, 2019 – Nantucket Daffodil Days
May 21, 2019 – The Edwards Twins
May 29, 2019 – Capt’n Jack’s Lobsterbake & Mohegan Sun Casino
June 2, 2019 – The Boston Duck Tour
June 5, 2019 – Heritage Museum & Gardens
June 10, 2019 – Foxwoods Casino
June 29, 2019 – The Band’s Visit
September 22-26, 2019 – 5 Day Washington D.C.
GENERAL INFORMATION
Responsibilities of Participants:
- Make any unusual requests regarding rooms or meals when making your reservations
- Read over the material provided for an overnight trip to make certain that no changes have occurred and to respond to the office for any requested information
- Make certain the check is properly filled out and sent to the office in a timely manner
- Deposits are not refundable
- Keep the office posted on any address or phone number changes
- Keep the office posted on any prescription or medical changes
- Ensure that there is a current medical form on file for the traveler
- Arrive at the departure point twenty minutes prior to departure
Parking at the pick-up stops is done at your own risk. The property owner of the pick-up stops and the City of New Bedford are not responsible for any damages that could occur.
Pick-up-Points – your travel departure points vary depending on the trip.
One-day tours will depart from the following New Bedford locations:
- South End – Benny’s Store on Dartmouth Street
- Downtown/Center – New Bedford Hotel Apartments on Pleasant Street
- North End – Stop & Shop on King’s Highway
All overnight tours depart from:
- Stop & Shop on King’s Highway
- New Bedford Hotel Apartments on Pleasant Street
These are the only pick-up and drop-off points. Participants are reminded to arrive at the bus at least 20 minutes prior to the departure time.
Payments and Cancellation Policies
On Day Tours – Cancellations are accepted 14 days prior to tour to receive partial refund. If cancellation is made within the 14 day prior and we cannot resell your seat, your payment will be forfeited. Your full payments for tours are due 5 weeks before a day trip and 6 weeks before show tours. If payment is not received within 7 days from notice of date due, your reservation will be cancelled. (Overnight tours policy differs, check with office)
CREDITS MAY BE CARRIED TOWARD OTHER TRIPS IF APPROPRIATE
Contact: Jan Barrette – Senior Travel Coordinator
Office: Hazelwood Senior Center (553 Brock Avenue)
Phone: 508-991-6171 FAX: 508-991-6163
E-Mail: jan.barrette@newbedford-ma.gov
