Solo Sojourns in New York City

A five-day trip to New York City in October is available through Solo Flights, a company that specializes in tours for single travelers. The trip includes: accommodations at the Wellington Hotel adjacent to Carnegie Hall; a welcome dinner in the famous Tavern-on-the-Green in Central Park; visits to the Empire State Building, Wall Street, World Trade Center, Broadway, Greenwich Village and SoHo; a behind-the-scenes tour of Radio City Music Hall, a ferry trip to Ellis Island and the Statue of Liberty; Chinatown with a full Chinese dinner; lunch and a guided tour at the United Nations, and a farewell dinner at an Italian restaurant featuring singing waiters. The trip is $799 per person, double occupancy, including a full-time escort, ground transportation, and all admissions, taxes and tips. The price does not include transportation to and from New York City. Inclusive dates of the trip are Oct. 13-17. For information, call Solo Flights at (800) 266-1566 or (203) 256-1235.

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“Paris for Senior Citizens” offers two bargain options with lots of extra goodies for travelers at the four-star Normandy Hotel, which opened in 1877 and has been completely refurbished. Both Normandy packages include full daily buffet breakfast; a bus tour of Paris; two tickets to “Paristory,” a film on the history of Paris; two passes to the Louvre Museum, plus all taxes and service charges. The price for two for a three-night package is $739. Regular rates at the Normandy begin at $237 with no extras. The package is valid for members of American Assn. of Retired Persons or others over age 55 until Dec 31. Information between 6 a.m. and 3 p.m. PST weekdays: tel. (800) 223-9832. *

A historic link to the American West is Carson City, capital of Nevada. Carson City and nearby Virginia City are a favorite destination of RV travelers, rock hounds and history buffs. The Carson City Convention & Visitors Bureau has initiated a Senior Strike Silver Club free membership program, which offers discounts in lodgings, restaurants, golf shops and with other merchants in both Carson and Virginia cities. The program is designed for travelers over age 50. For a list of participating merchants and brochures, call (800) 638-2321.