10 Feb Idea for an Outstanding Group Veteran Sightseeing Tour
It’s a funny thing: when you’re younger, it seems like time can’t go quickly enough. When you’re a small person, each week, day, and month can seem to tick slowly by, and all of those life events feel like they’re never going to arrive. Time seems like cold molasses.
The great irony is that, though time seems to be speeding by, we have major moments that happen and they change us. Due to how they affect us, we search for some way to memorialize them, to remember them and pass those memories on to those who follow after us. With big life events that are a shared experience for many individuals and shape a nation, we assemble monuments and tell the story of history for those who prefer to see and come.
That last example is absolutely true of war monuments and museums, and for those that served, these are sacred places that attempt to reverence an experience that was profoundly personal and shaped the lives of many. Visiting these places can be a great activity for a commemorative veteran expedition, and if you’re putting together a special occasion for a group of veterans, listed below are some things to bear in mind.
Call ahead to request tickets if you’re taking a large group. You don’t want to check all the hassle of getting everyone together and arrive, only to be told that they can’t accommodate a group of that size that day. You can also find out what other things are available to do or see at the monument when you call. Is there a special commemorative film to see? Is there an outlet for veterans to share their experiences and add to the “memory bank” of that place? These great questions to ask as you are planning out the day. And while you’re at it, inquire about group rates. Often they’ll have a senior rate, but they likely also offer a special rate for veterans themselves and their families.
Plan ahead of time for food (and lodging if necessary). You’ll have to figure out how to manage food for a large group of people if you’re doing a day trip or overnight excursion. Call and make reservations in advance so you won’t have to wait for a long time to be seated if you’re planning on stopping at local hotspots. Check out if they offer a discount to a big group (since you’re bringing them lots of business). This is also something that you don’t want to leave to last minute if you need to make lodging arrangements.
Think about creating a brochure, pamphlet, or program with details that would be of interest to your group of veterans. This was likely a significant part of their life story and it isn’t something they get to talk about frequently with others who can associate with it. Due to this, it’s nice to make it something that will take them back in time and let them revisit those memories, whether they be painful or victorious. Having something to give them about your visit for the day will be meaningful and valued.
Remember to determine transportation! You should absolutely GoMotorcoach if you’re not sure of the best way to go! We focus on group transportation without compromising on comfort or convenience for our riders. In addition, we have ample undercarriage storage for anything that should come along, be it food, luggage, souvenirs, or equipment that’s needed to help people get around (walkers, canes, etc.). Motorcoaches can handle all of this! Plus, we offer great rates and hard to beat customer service!
As you try to put an expedition for veterans together that will be significant and something to remember, paying attention to the details is important. We hope that all the details come together and that it’s something everyone will never forget!
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