August 31, 50 seniors departed the Alpine Community Center on a motor coach for a 3-day, 2-night excursion up the California Coast escorted by David and Linda Holt and accompanied by our group leader, Matt Kraemer of Alpine Physical Therapy. After checking in at the Embassy Suites in Irvine, the excited group freshened up before going to dinner in Laguna Beach followed by an amazing and unique performance of the Pageant of the Master’s, “The Pursuit of Happiness”.
August 31, 50 seniors departed the Alpine Community Center on a motor coach for a 3-day, 2-night excursion up the California Coast escorted by David and Linda Holt and accompanied by our group leader, Matt Kraemer of Alpine Physical Therapy. After checking in at the Embassy Suites in Irvine, the excited group freshened up before going to dinner in Laguna Beach followed by an amazing and unique performance of the Pageant of the Master’s, “The Pursuit of Happiness”.
Continuing up the coast the following day, a delicious, catered lunch and wine tasting was enjoyed at Firestone Winery in a private, shaded courtyard beside an unusual cork tree followed by a guided tour of the winery before continuing to San Luis Obispo. The Victorian-style Apple Farm Inn greeted us with welcoming arms upon our arrival offering us fresh baked cookies from their bakery and wine in the courtyard so we could mingle and relax before dinner.
Next morning we hit the road and took in the beautiful ocean views and other sites along Highway 101 on our way to San Simeon to visit the lavishly opulent Hearst Castle where we had a private, guided tour of grand rooms and pools. On our way back to Alpine we stopped at Pea Soup Andersen’s for a delectable lunch before strolling the charming Danish village of Solvang for pastries and last minute shopping. It was a fun trip making new friends and spending time with old friends.
Most of the participants attend Matt Kraemer’s free Sit ‘N Fit class held weekly in Alpine and Julian. The exercise classes and annual trips are open to the public. For information on future trips, please contact Holt Travel & Tours at 619-445-9193 or by emailing info@HoltTravel.com. CST #2003503
