Newport, RI: LobsterFest

Newport, RI: LobsterFest

Trip Duration: 3 Days

 

 

Trip Inclusions:

• Meals: 2 Breakfasts, 1 Lunch, 1 Dinner

• Tour Director

• Overnight accommodations

• Deluxe motorcoach transportation

• Baggage handling and related gratuities

• Taxes

 

 

Trip Highlights:

 

Lobsterfest Lunch

A delicious meal includes choice of 1.25 lb. Boiled Lobster or Oven Roasted Chicken along with Mussels sauteed in white wine & garlic and a choice of New England clam chowder or salad. This delicious feast also includes corn on the cob, roasted red bliss potatoes, and fresh baked rolls. Dessert choices include: Strawberry Shortcake, Chocolate Brownie or Watermelon. Drinks included are Hot coffee, hot tea, or water.

Menu subject to change.

 

Performance at Newport Playhouse

The Newport Playhouse in Rhode Island offers a unique and delightful entertainment experience. Combining a theater, restaurant, and cabaret, this charming venue provides delicious dining and engaging performances. Newport Playhouse show is TBD.

 

Newport Playhouse Cabaret

After the show, return to your original table or enjoy the view from the bar as the dining room transforms into a delightful cabaret. Here, company members continue to entertain with captivating songs and laughter.

 

Newport Sightseeing Tour

Discover the enchanting charm of Newport, RI, on our guided tour. Explore the historic buildings and meticulously restored homes that showcase the town's rich heritage. Marvel at the breathtaking views along the rugged Ten-Mile Ocean Drive, and admire the mansions lining tree-lined Bellevue Avenue.

 

Marble House

Marble House, built by William Vanderbilt of New York as a 39th birthday gift for his wife Alva Vanderbilt, stands as a testament to Gilded Age opulence. After their divorce in 1895, Alva married Oliver H.P. Belmont and moved to Belcourt, located just down the street. Following Belmont's death, she reopened Marble House and added a stunning Chinese Tea House on the seaside cliffs, which became a venue for women’s suffrage rallies. Experience the grandeur of Marble House at your own pace with a self-guided audio tour.

 

Olde Mistick Village

Olde Mistick Village is much more than just a shopping destination; it’s a charming experience that transports you back in time. Stroll through the beautifully recreated 18th-century village, where you’ll find a delightful array of unique shops offering custom gifts, locally-made souvenirs, and one-of-a-kind treasures. Enjoy a variety of dining options, from cozy cafes to gourmet restaurants, all set within this picturesque setting. There are many benches and rest areas to catch your breath, unwind, enjoy the beautiful surroundings, and let your mind slip pleasantly back to another era.

 

 

Meal Information:

 

Dinner on Day 1 will be served at Johnny's Restaurant.

Entree choices include:

• Chicken Picatta

• 12 oz. grilled NY Sirloin

• Vegetarian

All Entrees are served with potato and vegetable.

 

Lunch on Day 2 will be served at Newport Playhouse Lobsterfest.

Choices include:

• Broiled Lobster

• Oven Roasted Chicken

 

Menus subect to change.

 

 

Need to Know:

• This tour requires a decent amount of walking.

• The Marble House tour is self-guided. To enhance your experience, you can download the free Newport Mansions App on your phone and follow along with your own earbuds, as audio players and headsets are no longer provided.

 

 

Accessibility:

• The Marble House is only partially wheelchair accessible.

• Starr has a select quantity of wheelchair accessible motorcoaches available; therefore, we suggest you contact a Travel Advisor to discuss any needs you may have before reserving your trip.

Wyndham Newport Hotel, Middletown, RI

The Wyndham Newport Hotel is your waterfront retreat near historic downtown Newport. The hotel features an indoor saltwater pool, fitness room, and firepits in the outdoor space. Guest rooms include one or two king size beds, hair dryer, coffee maker, iron/board, mini-fridge, and microwave.