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The November Meeting Series customized Companion Program takes full advantage of the local historical and cultural attractions; and was developed exclusively for the IEEE. We have planned an exciting and interesting itinerary, made up of some of New York's “must-do” activities. We hope you will join us as we explore what New York has to offer.
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All Companion Tours have been cancelled due to low attendance.
The deadline to sign up for tours is Friday, 10 October 2008
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Thursday, 14 November
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Companion Breakfast (incorporated with the IEEE Breakfast)
Statue of Liberty and Ellis Island Tour - CANCELLED The Statue of Liberty is one of New York’s most famous attractions. People from all over the world have come to see her, the very symbol of what America is all about. The statue was a gift of friendship from the people of France to the people of the United States and is a universal representation of freedom and democracy. A small museum in the pedestal includes exhibits on immigration that recall through words, objects, and photographs the arrival of millions of new Americans. An exhibit on the Statue explains how it was conceived and constructed. The new Torch Exhibit includes the original 1886 torch and a display on the history or the torch and the flame. Attendees will also have a chance to visit Ellis Island. Opened on January 1, 1892, Ellis Island became the nation's premier federal immigration station. In operation until 1954, the station processed over 12 million immigrant steamship passengers. The main building was restored after 30 years of abandonment and opened as a museum in 1990. Today, over 40 percent of America's population can trace their ancestry through Ellis Island. Participants will receive a guided tour of the highlights of Ellis Island. At the Statue of Liberty, participants will be free to explore as they wish. Please note that participants will not be permitted to enter the Statue of Liberty, but you will be provided with brochures detailing all information. The price includes admission, transportation, a guided tour, and all gratuities. A box lunch will be provided prior to departure from the hotel.
Tour - $80.00 per person Box Lunch
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Friday, 14 November
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New York City Tour - CANCELLED This is your opportunity to see it all! Manhattan is a major commercial, financial, and cultural center of the United States and the world. Most major radio, television, and telecommunications companies in the United States are based here, as well as many news, magazine, book, and other media publishers. Manhattan has many famous landmarks, tourist attractions, museums, and universities, many of which you will have an opportunity to view. This highlights tour will include most of Manhattan, and will take you to the famous and fabulous neighborhoods including Uptown, Midtown, Chelsea, Greenwich Village, Soho, Chinatown, and Lower Manhattan. The group will have a personal tour guide, who will narrate the sightseeing with trivia, history, and insider tips. Lunch at Giorgio’s of Gramercy is included in the price of the tour. This popular and sophisticated spot in Gramercy Park was given 4 stars by the New York Times. It has an inviting atmosphere and offers a delicious menu. The price includes transportation, a guided tour, lunch, and all gratuities.
Tour - $110.00 per person Lunch is
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Saturday, 15 November
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Metropolitan Museum of Art and Shopping Trip - CANCELLED The Met, as it is commonly known, is one of the world’s largest art galleries with a permanent collection containing more than two million works of art, divided into nineteen different areas. Represented in the permanent collection are works of art from classical antiquity and Ancient Egypt, paintings and sculptures from nearly all the European masters, and an extensive collection of American and modern art. The museum is also home to encyclopedic collections of musical instruments, costumes and accessories, and antique weapons and armor from around the world. A number of notable interiors, ranging from 1st century Rome through modern American design, are also permanently installed in the Met's galleries. The group will arrive at the museum at approximately 10:00 a.m. You are free to explore on the museum on your own, with the option to purchase a guided audio tour upon arrival for an additional $7.00. At approximately 12:30 p.m., those who wish to leave the museum for shopping in the city should meet at the café entrance. If you do not wish to go shopping, you may stay and continue to explore the museum. The bus to depart back to New Brunswick will depart the museum at 3:00 p.m. If you wish to get in some New York City shopping, the tour guide will take you to some fabulous city stores. Transportation will be provided. The price includes admission, transportation, and all gratuities. Lunch is not included, and can be purchased from the café onsite.
Program - $95.00 per person Lunch on own in cafeteria Minimum:
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