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ACTIVITY LEVEL: Challenging
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EasyFor people looking to exercise their minds more than their bodies. There’s minimal walking and not too many stairs.
ModerateThese programs get you on your feet and include activities such as walking up to a mile in a day through a city and standing in a museum for a few hours.
ActiveFor people who enjoy walking as much as two miles a day, perhaps to explore historic neighborhoods or a nature trail.
Moderately ChallengingFor hardy explorers who enjoy a good physical challenge, spending most of their days on the go.
ChallengingGet ready to keep up with our highest-energy group. These demanding — and rewarding — programs are for seasoned outdoor enthusiasts.

Program Details > Meals & Lodging

Meals: 14 total, 5 breakfasts, 4 lunches, 5 dinner

 The following meal choices available when requested in advance: Vegetarian.

 If you have dietary restrictions due to medical requirements, please call (800) 454-5768, to see if we can accommodate your needs.

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Naples Courtyard Inn: Naples, FL, 3 nights
Type: Inn

 Description: Located in the center of beautiful Naples, Florida - our guests are surrounded by the Gulf Beaches to the west, Naples Zoo to the east, 5th Avenue downtown shopping and world class restaurants to the south and the Naples Philharmonic and Mercato shopping and dining to the North. The Naples Courtyard Inn has been family owned and operated since 1975. The Inn's 76 updated, individually decorated guest rooms and suites are decidedly different: intimate, friendly, barefoot casual. All rooms feature modern conveniences like Wi-Fi, voicemail and satellite TV at no additional charge. Plus, all guests receive a complimentary continental breakfast and free parking. Families, singles, couples and groups can take advantage of our spectacular oversized pool, outdoor grills and super sized chickee bar area for entertaining. Host a birthday party, family reunion, wedding reception. Be it a formal affair or intimate get together the ambiance of the Naples Courtyard Inn sets the tone for a memorable event.

Contact info:
2630 Tamiami Trail North
Naples, FL 34103 USA
phone: 239-261-3870
web: www.naplescourtyardinn.com

Room amenities: Comfortable king or double beds with plush pillows Spacious new granite vanities Free high speed wireless Internet access in all rooms Additional seating areas with desk or table Satellite TV Hairdryer Mini-Fridge Microwave Telephone w/voice mail Complimentary continental breakfast served daily at the chickee bar Afternoon ice tea service at pool side

Facility amenities: 76 updated guest rooms and suites Satellite TV Free Wi-Fi FAX/copy service Oversized Heated Pool Voicemail Fitness Liaison w/ Naples Fitness Center Open-air entry Lobby computer center Air Conditioning Outdoor Grilling Area Connecting rooms Free Parking Nonsmoking rooms

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: Discount Based on Availability
Call Courtyard Inn directly at (239) 261-3870 Mon through Fri 9-5 EST for reservations. Ask for Kiel and mention “Road Scholar” to make the reservations. Based on Availability.

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Additional nights after: Discount Based on Availability
Call Courtyard Inn directly at (239) 261-3870 Mon through Fri 9-5 EST for reservations. Ask for Kiel and mention “Road Scholar” to make the reservations. Based on Availability.

Check out time: 11:00 AM
South Seas Island Resort: Captiva Island, FL, 1 nights
Type: Resort

 Description: Experience South Seas—a resort village and wildlife sanctuary with boundless opportunity for adventure and relaxation. For decades, generations of families have made South Seas Island Resort the destination of choice in which to share treasured moments and make lasting memories. This iconic 330-acre wildlife preserve spans two and a half miles of shell-laden beaches framing the tranquil waters of the Gulf of Mexico. All amenities and accommodations are designed to take full advantage of the existing landscape. This Captiva Island resort allows you to discover native Florida in all its wondrous beauty, while relaxing in Parents Magazine’s Top 10 Beach Resorts for Families.

Contact info:
54oo Plantation Road
Captiva, FL 33924 USA
phone: 239-472-5111
web: www.southseas.com/index.cfm

Room amenities: Situated in the Resort's prestigious north end Pointe village, overlooking the serene waters of the Pine Island Sound and the Yacht Harbour, our Harbourside at the Pointe accommodations offer awe-inspiring views from the privacy of your open balcony. The Pointe village includes Scoops and Slices, Harbourside Bar & Grille, the Pointe Restaurant, two lagoon-style pools, T-dock, and Arcade. Convenience abounds with the challenging Gulf-front golf course just steps away and soft-sand beach just a 5-minute stroll. Spacious one-bedroom guestroom Private Open Balcony Sumptuous bedding featuring white 300-count linens and down comforters Luxurious bathroom with granite counters and large soaking tub Flat screen TV Wireless Internet Available Refrigerator Coffeemaker, with replenished coffee supplies daily Daily newspaper delivery Access to washer and dryer VCR or DVD player

Facility amenities: Two main pools overlook Pine Island Sound and H2Whoa! family water park. Skully’s Family Interactive Center includes award-winning toddlers, kids, ‘tweens and teens programs Oasis Eco-Paintball Park GO! Programs including GO! Fish with resident fishing experts, and GO! Sail with Offshore Sailing School Bicycle, golf cart and boat rentals. Water sports include jet skis, parasailing and hydro bikes Guided kayak tours and nature walks World-famous shelling The Yacht Harbour Marina and Bayside Marina Fishing charters, surf casting and shore casting Daily cruises in the Gulf of Mexico Gulf-front par 3 executive golf course Fitness center Tennis complex

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes
Naples Courtyard Inn: Naples, FL, 1 nights
Type: Inn

 Description: Located in the center of beautiful Naples, Florida - our guests are surrounded by the Gulf Beaches to the west, Naples Zoo to the east, 5th Avenue downtown shopping and world class restaurants to the south and the Naples Philharmonic and Mercato shopping and dining to the North. The Naples Courtyard Inn has been family owned and operated since 1975. The Inn's 76 updated, individually decorated guest rooms and suites are decidedly different: intimate, friendly, barefoot casual. All rooms feature modern conveniences like Wi-Fi, voicemail and satellite TV at no additional charge. Plus, all guests receive a complimentary continental breakfast and free parking. Families, singles, couples and groups can take advantage of our spectacular oversized pool, outdoor grills and super sized chickee bar area for entertaining. Host a birthday party, family reunion, wedding reception. Be it a formal affair or intimate get together the ambiance of the Naples Courtyard Inn sets the tone for a memorable event.

Contact info:
2630 Tamiami Trail North
Naples, FL 34103 USA
phone: 239-261-3870
web: www.naplescourtyardinn.com

Room amenities: Comfortable king or double beds with plush pillows Spacious new granite vanities Free high speed wireless Internet access in all rooms Additional seating areas with desk or table Satellite TV Hairdryer Mini-Fridge Microwave Telephone w/voice mail Complimentary continental breakfast served daily at the chickee bar Afternoon ice tea service at pool side

Facility amenities: 76 updated guest rooms and suites Satellite TV Free Wi-Fi FAX/copy service Oversized Heated Pool Voicemail Fitness Liaison w/ Naples Fitness Center Open-air entry Lobby computer center Air Conditioning Outdoor Grilling Area Connecting rooms Free Parking Nonsmoking rooms

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: Discount Based on Availability
Call Courtyard Inn directly at (239) 261-3870 Mon through Fri 9-5 EST for reservations. Ask for Kiel and mention “Road Scholar” to make the reservations. Based on Availability.

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Additional nights after: Discount Based on Availability
Call Courtyard Inn directly at (239) 261-3870 Mon through Fri 9-5 EST for reservations. Ask for Kiel and mention “Road Scholar” to make the reservations. Based on Availability.

Check out time: 11:00 AM


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