We're organizing an arts-themed group field trip to New York City from May 25th – 30th, 2025. This educational and immersive experience will take participants through the heart of the city, offering a unique blend of history, culture, and adventure. Group members will have the opportunity to engage with the art, music, theater, and architectural landscapes of New York City while enjoying the many benefits of group travel, like cost savings, safety and security, organized logistics, and a flexible itinerary allowing for solo/smaller group travel.

 

The estimated cost for the trip is $2450 per person for a double occupancy hotel room. There are sixteen spots available on a first come, first served basis.

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• A nonrefundable deposit of $825 paid by February 1st, 2025 will secure your spot.

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• Payments can be made to Pro-Art in the form of cash, check, or bank account withdrawal. Please make checks payable to Pro-Art Association and mail to P.O. Box 179, Wise, VA 24293. Or call the Pro-Art office at (276) 376-4520 to make alternative payment arrangements. Credit cards may also be used, but a 3.5% + .45 in additional fees will be charged to cover the transaction fees to run the card payment.

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• A second payment of $825 will be due by March 1st, 2025 with the final balance of $800 due by April 1st, 2025. 

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• A $35 bus/subway pass will need to be purchased separately by each traveler as your cell phone becomes your subway pass.
   

• Price includes airfare, 5 night double-occupancy hotel accommodations in Midtown Manhattan, and admission to select museums, exhibits, and performances. Trip cost may include a hotel breakfast, but does not include other food.

 

The field trip is a unique opportunity for participants to delve into the vibrant culture and history of New York City while enjoying the stunning landscapes and experiences the city has to offer. Embark on an incredible journey with us through NYC this spring!

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TRIP ESSENTIALS

• Where: New York, New York

• When: Sunday, May 25th through Friday, May 30th, 2025.

• Cost: $2450 per person for a double occupancy hotel room. Please contact us if interested in a single room.

• A nonrefundable deposit of $825 will secure your spot. Must be paid by Feb. 1st, 2025.

• A second payment of $825 will be due by March 1st, 2025 with the final balance of $800 due by April 1st, 2025.

• Make checks payable to Pro-Art Association and mail to P.O. Box 179, Wise, VA 24293 or call the Pro-Art office at (276) 376-4520 to make other arrangements. Payments can be made to Pro-Art in the form of cash, check, or bank account withdrawal. Credit cards may also be used, but a 3.5% + .45 in additional fees will be charged to cover the transaction fees to run the card payment.

• The price includes roundtrip airfare, 5 night double-occupancy hotel accommodations in Midtown Manhattan, and admission to select museums, exhibits, and performances.

• Trip cost may include a hotel breakfast, but does not include other food.

• Baggage and subway fees are additional. Subway cost is $35 for the week and works from your cell phone.

• Flights leave from and return to Tri-Cities (TRI) Airport in Blountville, TN. Ground transportation to and from the airport is also included.

• Domestic Air Travel requires a Real ID or Passport to travel after May 7th, 2025. You'll be required to provide your REAL ID or Passport # for Flight Reservations.

• There will be substantial walking each day. Please communicate with Pro-Art staff about any accessibility concerns that you may have in regard to the trip. Contact: (276) 376-4520 or pro-art@uvawise.edu.

• Travel health insurance is recommended but not required.

  • Travel insurance recommendation: geobluetravelinsurance.com

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TRIP AGENDA

Includes but is not limited to:​

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• Broadway smash hit and Tony Award-winning musical Hadestown (Central Seating)

• Hudson River Sunset Cruise

• The Metropolitan Museum of Art and The Cloisters

• Jazz concert at Lincoln Center

• St. Patrick's Cathedral

• New York Botanical Garden

• Little Island at Pier 55

• Walking tours of Midtown and Financial District sights as well as the southern entrance to Central Park and Lincoln Center