USS PERRY ~ 2006 REUNION EVENTS
EVENT A:
REUNION KICKOFF GROUP DINNER & OPENING CEREMONIES
Thursday,
April 20th
(6:00pm–
9:00pm at the hotel) -
$25
Join
your friends and shipmates for a special Pasta Dinner at the hotel. Enjoy a
Buffet of mixed greens, toasted breads, pasta with
three
types of sauces, dessert and coffee/tea. A cash bar will be available. Don’t
miss this “reunion kickoff” group dinner.
EVENT B:
WASHINGTON D.C. SUPER SIGHTSEEING TOUR:
Friday,
April 21st
(9:00am-3:00pm)
- $35
This
fabulous sightseeing trip is a must while visiting D.C. You will see the most
famous sights that make Washington so spectacular.
Your
professional tour guide will relate interesting anecdotes as you enjoy a
“windshield tour” of D.C. with several photo stops. Some
of the
sites you will see include the White House, Capitol Hill, The
Senate, Supreme Court, Treasury, the Pentagon, Fords
Theatre,
Watergate,
the Kennedy Center, Old Towne, the Washington Monument and as much more
as time permits. You will also visit the
FDR
Memorial which reflects the struggles and triumphs of the nation during his 12
years as President. You will have plenty of time
for
lunch on your own. Don't forget your camera!
EVENT C:
SPECTACULAR DINNER CRUISE
Friday,
April 21st
(6:00pm-10:00pm)
- $75
This
is a great opportunity to view some of Washington’s riverfront sites aboard this
sleek yacht. As you enjoy the ever-changing
view
of the Washington DC skyline you will dine on a bountiful buffet dinner
including carving stations, six entrée selections and
many
side dishes and desserts. This boat offers three interior climate controlled
decks plus outdoor observation decks. The ship
comes
alive after dinner as talented performers and dancers provide variety show
entertainment and the DJ spins your favorite dance
music.
You may prefer to just relax and savor the view but in any case this is sure to
be a memory maker and a wonderful evening out.
EVENT D:
VIP VETERAN’S TOUR & MEMORIAL SERVICE AT THE U.S. NAVY
MEMORIAL:
Saturday,
April 22nd
(9:00am-3:00pm)
- $35
Board
your luxury motor coach for the first stop of a great tour. Your tour begins at
the one and only U.S. Navy Memorial for a very
special
wreath laying ceremony in your honor, followed by the IMAX movie “At Sea”.
You will then have plenty of time for lunch on
your
own at Union Station before visiting the recently unveiled WWII Memorial.
America’s newest national memorial is a lasting
tribute
to the World War II generation. You will then visit memorials such as the
Korean, Viet Nam and the Lincoln Memorial and as
many
more as time permits. Wear your walking shoes on this
tour.
EVENT E:
GROUP SEAFOOD BUFFET DINNER & ILLUMINATIONS TOUR:
Saturday,
April 22nd
(6:00pm-9:00pm)
- $59
You
are in the vicinity of the Chesapeake Bay, which means superb seafood. No
trip is complete without a seafood buffet at one of the
best
seafood restaurants in the area. As you dine you will overlook the Washington
Channel & the Capital Yacht Club. This
spectacular
bounty features over 50 seafood and regional fare delights including crab cakes,
oysters, clams, mussels, king crab legs,
sushi,
chowders, pasta, salmon. If seafood isn’t for you, the restaurant also has a
buffet of traditional fare including chicken, beef and a
full
complement of delicious vegetables. There are many desserts for your delight.
(The price includes this great meal, iced tea or
coffee,
tax, gratuities and a short evening tour of beautiful Washington.) As your
luxury motor coach returns to the hotel, you will
drive
past some of the beautiful monuments illuminated against the Washington sky
which gives you another wonderful view of this
great
city. Come hungry - this is going to be a wonderful evening
out!
EVENT F:
ARLINGTON CEMETERY TOUR:
Sunday,
April 23rd
(9:00am-1:00pm)
- $29
This
special day starts at Arlington Cemetery, where you will ride the tram up
to the “Tomb of the Unknown” and watch the famous
“changing
of the guard” ceremony. Then proceed to view the Kennedy gravesite and the
Eternal Flame. You will have free time to
explore
the grounds, if you wish. Don't forget your camera! This is a great experience
for everyone.
EVENT G:
GALA BANQUET DINNER & DANCE:
Sunday,
April 23rd
(6:00pm
at the Marriott Hotel) $35
Join
your friends for the gala banquet dinner at the hotel. After dinner you can kick
up your heels on the dance floor, or just sit back
and
enjoy the sounds of the orchestra. Dinner entrée choices are Sliced London Broil
with Mushroom Gravy or Chicken Chardonnay.
(These
are sample entrée choices.) Please make your selection on your reservation
form.
EVENT H:
ANNAPOLIS & THE U.S. NAVAL ACADEMY TOUR
Monday,
April 24th
(9:00am-4:00pm)
- $39
Annapolis,
once the nation’s capitol, remains much as it was, filled with historic taverns,
restaurants, specialty shops and a splendid
City
Dock area. You will have time for lunch and browsing on your own in downtown
Annapolis before you head over to the
venerable
U.S. Naval Academy and step inside the Midshipman Officer Candidate’s world. At
the visitor’s center and gift shop you
will
enjoy a movie – “To Lead and to Serve”. Then you’ll begin the walking
tour featuring a visit to the Chapel referred to as the Cathedral of the Navy
and the Crypt of John Paul Jones- Father of the Navy. Other
highlights include the Midshipman’s Dorm and the
Naval
Museum. Photo Identification is required to enter the
Academy.
EVENT I:
FAREWELL GROUP BREAKFAST BUFFET:
Tuesday,
April 25th
(7:00am-8:30am)
$18
What a
great 2006 reunion ! Don’t miss this last group gathering as a chance to say
“Farewell” to all your friends and shipmates as we
depart
for another year. We will enjoy a great all-you-can-eat buffet with great food
and then depart, on your own, for your home!
Travel
safely and we will see you next year !
TOUR
CANCELLATION INSURANCE
Should
an emergency arise or you need to cancel your reunion meals or tour reservations
for health or any other reason, you can
relax.
With the purchase of this insurance you will be eligible for a full refund up
until three (3) days prior to the start of the
reunion.
If you need to cancel – please call our office immediately (817-251-3551) for a
cancellation number. If you have not
purchased
cancellation insurance all tour and meal money is non-refundable 6 weeks prior
to the reunion.