November 2010 Group Tour

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Group Tour Package from Hilton Garden Inn Saratoga Springs

Prices starting at $40 per person based on double occupancy.

Package includes:

* Complimentary bus parking
* Welcome reception with warm cookies and fresh coffee
* Complimentary hot buffet breakfast
* Discount cards for local shops and restaurants
 

The National Museum of Racing and Hall of Fame
www.racingmuseum.org  
 

The Museums mission is to interpret the history and convey the excitement of Thoroughbred racing in America to the broadest possible audience. The Museum fosters education and understanding of Thoroughbred racing by providing public access to equine art, artifacts, memorabilia, film, video, books and historical archives. It collects, preserves, researches, interprets and exhibits the entire spectrum of Thoroughbred racing, enhanced by interactive displays. Further, it is the Official National Thoroughbred Racing Hall of Fame honoring Horses, Trainers, and Jockeys. The Museum is 100% handicap accessible and offers a variety of educational and entertaining exhibits throughout the year. One of our favorites is the exclusive tours of the Oklahoma Training Track! Find out why this beautiful and historic site, located across the street from Saratoga Race Course, is a favorite base for leading trainers such as Todd Pletcher and Nick Zito. Our behind the scenes tours, offered in cooperation with the New York Racing Association, are available from June to October. This walking tour covers approximately 1 mile and lasts for 1.5 hours. The cost is $10 for non-members and $5 for members, and includes admission to the Museum after the tour. Sturdy walking shoes are suggested!
 

Saratoga Springs is in close proximity to many major markets! 

• Boston and New York City: 3 hours by car/less than an hour by air
• Philadelphia: Approx. 270 miles/under 5 hour drive
• Montreal within 3 hour drive
• Burlington VT : Approx 125 miles/under 3 hour drive
• 3 exits off I-87 (Adirondack Northway: Exits 13, 14 & 15), near I-90
• 30 minutes from the Albany International
  Airport, served by several major airlines 
   

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The 13th Annual Chowderfest:
February 5th, 2011
Saratoga Springs, NY
http://www.discoversaratoga.org/ChowderFest
 

The Saratoga Springs Chowderfest is part of the larger annual Winterfest celebration, a weekend extravaganza of activities and entertainment throughout the downtown area. Chowderfest begins at 11:00AM, and will feature over 50 restaurants competing to win one of the seven coveted Chowderfest titles. Join us for the weekend or the day and help us decide who will take this year’s prize! Between 11:00 and 4:00, visit as many of the participating restaurants that you would like. Each location will have voting ballots and will be offering a 3oz serving of chowder for just $1.00 each. Once you have visited five participants, you can choose to turn in your completed ballot, and for just $7.00 with a completed ballot you can purchase an official Chowderfest T-shirt. You and your attendees can enjoy a day strolling the historic Victorian streets of Saratoga, popping in to the neighborhood restaurants and shops, and enjoying the festive atmosphere. Join us for the weekend and take in all of the Winterfest activities, such as cross country skiing in the Saratoga Spa State Park. Exclusive lodging rates are being offered for the weekend to our group tour guests, with lodging starting at just $37.00 per person, based on double occupancy. New offers, the 2011 itinerary and participants, and additional lodging will be continuously updated on the above website. Please be sure to check back often, or call Heather at the Saratoga Convention and Tourism Bureau for more information!
 

Saratoga Arts Fest, June 9-12, 2011
www.saratogaartsfest.org

SaratogaArtsFest, a four-day annual celebration of the arts scheduled in early June, delivers the brilliance and energy of art in its many forms—music, dance, visual art, film, theatre, and literary art. Now in its fourth year, SaratogaArtsFest has become a cultural staple to the popular Saratoga summer arts scene. The SaratogaArtsFest Admissions Package includes an ARTSPASS which provides full festival access to multiple events, organizations and discounts, including shopping and dining specials throughout downtown Saratoga Springs. Tour lengths can be customized to fit the individual and group needs, and can be paired with additional area activities to meet all tastes. Admission prices, lodging deals and more information coming in next month’s newsletter!
 

• The SyFy channels hit TV show “Ghosthunters” recently visited Saratoga to film an episode at Saratoga’s own Canfield Casino. Want to get in on the Ghost tour fun? Contact Saratoga Walking Tours for more information! www.saratogawalkingtours.com 

• The Saratoga Race Course will kick off the 2011 season on Friday, July 22nd. The forty day meet will conclude on Monday, September 5th and will include festivals, giveaways and special events throughout the meet. Follow the upcoming Saratoga happenings on www.nyra.com/index_saratoga.html  



• The 25th Annual Victorian Streetwalk, a Victorian style celebration of the holiday season featuring a carolers, strolling musicians, sidewalk artists, and local shops staying open late to serve holiday treats, will take place on December 1st, 2011. Much of Broadway will be closed for this event, making this a pedestrian event for all ages. Want to see what it’s all about for a future group tour? Join us this year on Thursday, December 2nd for the 24th Annual Victorian Streetwalk! http://www.saratogadba.com/saratoga-springs-ny-calendar-view.asp?id=425
 

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