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Travel, Trips, and Tours

HBCOA Travel Coordinators
Ellen HopeKearns, PhD
e.hopekearns@hbcoa.org

Bev Mast
bvmast@gmail.com

HBCOA Day Tours

Huntington Beach Council on Aging (HBCOA) day tours are open to everyone who wants to experience an educational and cultural event. The health, well-being, safety, and enjoyment of the travel guests are our top priority.

WHAT’S INCLUDED

Ride and enjoy a fully equipped, professionally driven motor coach with a tour director and tour hosts from the Senior Center. Prices include transportation, sightseeing, and admission. Meals may be included in the price.

SEATING

Please let us know if you need special accommodations or if any mobility or assistive devices are utilized.

GRATUITIES (WHICH ARE OPTIONAL)

If you feel like the tour director and driver have done a good job, you may recognize them with a small gratuity at the end of the tour.

DEPARTURE / RETURN INFORMATION

Buses depart from Huntington Beach Central Library (HBCL): 7111 Talbert Ave., Huntington Beach, CA 92648.

CANCELLATIONS / REFUNDS

For all tours, there is a 30-day notification deadline to receive a refund. You must cancel prior to the 30 days, or you may forfeit your tour cost. There is a $6.00 administrative fee for all cancellations. Notify the Travel and Resource Room about your change of plans at 714-374-1572.

TO BOOK A TRIP
The Travel and Resource Room at the Senior Center is open for tour bookings. Call the Travel and Resource Room at (714) 374-1572 to ensure that the room is open and operating before coming in to book, and to check the availability of the trips.

Trip registration is available Monday- Friday in the Travel and Resource Room at the Senior Center in Central Park. Unless otherwise noted trips depart from the Huntington Beach Central Library Theater parking lot on Goldenwest and Talbert next to the Central Library.

Upcoming 2026 Tours

Temecula Taste and Treasures - A Day of Temecula Wine Country and Old Town

Thursday, March 5th

Get ready for a feel-good escape filled with bold flavors, small-town charm, and wine! We kick off the day with lunch at Phil’s BBQ. Known for its bold mesquite-grilled flavor and legendary sweet-and-smoky sauce it is the perfect start to a fun-filled day. After, we will head to Old Town Temecula where you can browse at leisure through local shops including a wide variety of boutiques, antiques, gourmet treats, and one-of-a-kind specialty spots. We’ll finish our day at Wilson Creek Winery. Enjoy a hosted tasting of reds, whites, and blends, stroll the beautiful grounds, explore the barrel room, or relax with vineyard views. Lunch is included.

Please Note: Winery is subject to change due to weddings or private events. If this occurs, we will substitute a comparable Temecula winery of equal quality.

Member Price: $155

Non-Member Price $165

Depart: 9:30 a.m.

Return: 6:00 p.m.

Bake My Day - A Delicious LA Bakery Adventure

Wednesday, March 18th

Rise, shine, and bring your sweet tooth, because Los Angeles is going to Bake Your Day! Each stop will be filled with sweet surprises. Enjoy a hand-picked lineup of Asian, Mexican, Armenian, Cuban, and Europeaninspired bakeries (stops may vary). Expect warm breads, fluffy buns, fresh conchas, buttery pastries, baklava, sourdoughs, and more. Midday, we’ll settle in for a cozy historic lunch at the legendary Tam O’ Shanter, one of LA’s oldest and tastiest institutions. We keep the samples light so you don’t get overloaded and instead of getting stuffed, you’ll get stuff to take home! Fresh baked goods from our stops are included with the tour. Lunch is Included.

Member Price: $150

Non-Member Price $160

Depart: 8:30 a.m.

Return: 4:30 p.m.

Springtime Magic at The Hungtington - A World Tour of Gardens

Friday, April 3rd

This leisurely-paced day will emphasize The Huntington’s world-renowned gardens. Guests will have extended time to explore over 3,000 roses in the Rose Garden and koi ponds, bonsai and serene bridges within the Japanese Garden. The tour will also feature the Chinese Garden, as well as the Palm, Jungle, Subtropical, and Herb Gardens. The Library Manuscript Gallery is under renovation, but guests may enjoy select gallery spaces spotlighting “The Blue Boy,” “Pinkie” and rotating American and European art exhibits. Enjoy lunch on your own at one of the onsite options.

Member Price: $135

Non-Member Price $145

Depart: 9:30 a.m.

Return: 4:00 p.m.

Carlsbad Flower Fields - Spring in Bloom

Wednesday, April 15th

This springtime getaway features a full visit to the world- famous Carlsbad Flower Fields. Guests may wander and explore 50 acres of vibrant blooms cascading towards the Pacific Ocean. Travelers will also have access to the Butterfly Encounter, where hundreds of butterflies flutter all around while you explore a dedicated garden. A fun-filled tractor wagon ride will guide you through the fields while you enjoy all the colorful views. Seasonal attractions included are the Sweet Pea Maze, Artist Garden, Bird Aviary, Orchid Greenhouse, and Historic Poinsettia Display. Lunch is on your own at one of the Flower Fields’ casual eateries.

Member Price: $135

Non-Member Price $145

Depart: 10:00 a.m.

Return: 4:00 p.m.

Angels VS. Dodgers - Freeway Series Showdown

Sunday, May 17th

Get ready for one of the most exciting Sundays in Southern California baseball as the Angels and the World Champion Dodgers face off in the legendary Freeway Series. Game time is 1:07 p.m. With shaded reserve-level seating and excellent sightlines, you’ll stay cool with every crack of the bat. You will not have to fight the traffic as you travel in your air-conditioned coach to and from the park. Lunch is not included.

Member Price: $185

Non-Member Price $195

Depart: 10:30 a.m.

Return: 6:00 p.m.

Whale Watching Adventure - Blue Whales in Long Beach

Thursday, May 28th

This is a full-day coastal experience combining exciting marine wildlife adventures with waterfront dining. Guests will enjoy a three-course lunch at 22nd St. Landing Seafood Grill & Bar in San Pedro. After lunch, board a high speed catamaran for a 2-3 hour narrated whale- watching cruise departing from Long Beach Harbor. A professional captain and crew will provide expert narration on the sightings of blue, humpback, and gray whales, as well as dolphins, sea lions, harbor seals, and sea birds. The spacious double-deck vessel features open-air viewing decks, indoor seating, a snack bar, and multiple restrooms for a comfortable ride. The order of the days events are subject to change due to weather and sea conditions. Lunch is included.

Member Price: $169

Non-Member Price $179

Depart: 11:00 a.m.

Return: 6:00 p.m.