Every winter, long before the first blooms of spring, the senior community eagerly awaits the unveiling of Croswell’s new bus tour schedule — a calendar packed with journeys that stir the soul and spark lifelong friendships. For Eleanor, a vivacious retiree with a wide-eyed curiosity, the moment she saw this year’s lineup felt like flipping open a treasure map filled with places she’d only dreamed of exploring.
The adventure began with the Grand Florida Circle, a sun-soaked odyssey through Amelia Island, the Everglades, and Disney Springs — the kind of getaway where laughter mingles with ocean breezes and new friends become travel companions for life. Just weeks later, the Florida Oceanfront Leisure Tour offered a chance to unwind on the sandy shores of Melbourne Beach, perfect for seniors who savor relaxation alongside gentle seaside strolls.
Valentine’s Day brought its own charm with a cozy escape to the French Lick Resort, where Eleanor and her best friend June shared dinners, stories, and a laughter-filled evening that felt like a warm embrace. That same week, the Cajun Mardi Gras! Tour whisked spirited travelers to the heart of Lafayette, Louisiana, for vibrant parades, rich Cajun cuisine, and the infectious rhythm of festival celebrations — a senior-friendly celebration that proved age is just a number.
As spring approached, the journeys blossomed into an even broader tapestry of experiences. There was a cultural dive into San Antonio timed with the 77th Annual Rodeo, an inspirational visit to the National Museum of the US Air Force, and a show-stopping performance of The Sound of Music in Dayton. Each tour was a chapter in a storybook of discovery, offering something for every traveler’s taste.
Beyond the destinations themselves, Eleanor cherished the camaraderie on the coach — the shared jokes, the swapping of travel tips, and the collective wonder at seeing blooming tulips in Holland or savoring BBQ on a sunny afternoon in Memphis. Every stop along the way deepened her joy and reminded her that the world is vast, vibrant, and endlessly inviting, especially when experienced with friends both old and new.