Here are the details of the tours that are being offered for the 2015 reunion in Norfolk, VA.
Tour Program for USS Hazelwood
DD 531 Reunion
Holiday Inn Airport, 1570 North Military
Highway, Norfolk, VA 23502
Monday, April
27, 2015, 9:00 AM – 4:00 PM
RIDING VIRGINIA BEACH TOUR
· Board the motor coach with your guide to enjoy beautiful views of
the Atlantic Ocean and the Chesapeake Bay as you learn about the
history of Virginia’s largest city and get
the pulse on current day Virginia Beach.
· See the First Landing Cross at Cape Henry where the English
colonists first came ashore in 1607 prior to settling at nearby Jamestown. Walk out on the
overlook to see where the bay and the ocean meet, and where the famous Battle
of the Capes took place during the Revolutionary War.
· Enjoy a stop at the Old Cape Henry Lighthouse, built in 1792, this
lighthouse was active until the late 1800’s and is currently a Virginia
Historic Landmark. Guests may choose to climb to the top of the Lighthouse
(small admission fee, pay on own) or shop in the gift shop for all things
Lighthouse related.
· Ride down the resort strip, see the historic Cavalier Hotel as
well as the Tidewater Veterans Memorial, a unique structure which pays homage
to veterans everywhere.
MILITARY AVIATION MUSEUM OF VIRGINIA
· Visit Virginia Beach's newest attraction,
the Military Aviation Museum, located at the Virginia Beach Airport, this museum is home
to one of the largest private collections of World War II and Korean War era
fighters, bombers, trainers and seaplanes in the world. Many aircraft have been
fully restored to their World War II condition and are used for flight
demonstration, movie production or commercials.
· Enjoy a tour of the galleries and shopping in the gift shop which
is stocked with all things flight related.
FREEMASON ABBEY
· Lunch will be included at Freemason Abbey Restaurant, located in a
140 year-old renovated church in the heart of downtown Norfolk. The building was
built, and originally dedicated as a church in 1873 by the congregation of the
Second Presbyterian Church. In 1988, the planning of the Freemason Abbey
Restaurant & Tavern began. Featuring a varied menu wit something for
everyone, the décor is reminiscent of English style pub houses. A local’s
favorite, this dinner is sure to be a hit with the USS Hazelwood attendees.
RIDING NORFOLK TOUR
· Following lunch, learn about Norfolk’s colorful 325 year
history as you ride through the lovely historic district and restored areas.
View the stately homes along the Hague, old St. Paul’s Church, the Moses
Myers House, the Chrysler Museum of Art, MacArthur Memorial, the historic
Freemason District, Nauticus: The National Maritime Center, the Battleship
Wisconsin, the restored waterfront area, as well as many other points of
interest. Downtown Norfolk has
undergone a complete
transformation in the last decade and features the beautifully renovated Town Point Park with the Armed Forces
memorial, brand new $34milliion cruise terminal, waterfront condos and state of
the art shopping area.
DOUMAR'S
· Before returning to the hotel, enjoy a stop at Doumar’s, home of
the world’s first ice cream cone machine. Abe Doumar created the first ice
cream cone at the World’s Fair of 1904 in St. Louis. It was so successful
that he designed a four-iron waffle machine that he launched during the Jamestown Exposition of 1907.
Today, the family business still bakes cones on the original cone machine and
has recently been featured on the Food Network’s “Diner’s, Dive’s and
Drive-Ins”. While at Doumar’s, Mr. Doumar will give you an introduction and all
passengers will be treated to an ice cream cone before boarding the bus.
Package Price: $71.00 per person, inclusive.
Tuesday, April
28, 2015, 9:00 AM 4:00 PM
NAUTICUS
· Board the motor coach with your tour guide and visit Norfolk’s exciting downtown
waterfront to tour Nauticus, a unique and thriving campus of visitor
attractions that explores the economic, naval, and natural powers of the sea.
Features here include a series of ingenious interactive exhibits, shows, and
theaters with various films.
· Also housed here is the Hampton Roads Naval Museum, one of ten museums
officially operated by the U.S. Navy. Highlights of the naval battles and
exhibits of detailed ship models, artwork, and memorabilia are showcased in the
museum.
SPIRIT OF NORFOLK HARBOR CRUISE
· Board the magnificent Spirit of Norfolk for a two-hour luncheon
cruise. Feast on a sumptuous buffet and enjoy the informative narration as you
cruise through the Hampton Roads Harbor. View many fascinating
sights along the waterfront, including mighty aircraft carriers and nuclear
submarines at the Norfolk Naval Base, Nauticus and the Battleship Wisconsin and
Old Fort Norfolk. Enjoy dancing and a
show following lunch. The ship has two climate-controlled lower decks and an
open-air upper deck.
BATTLESHIP WISCONSIN
· Following your cruise, return to the Nauticus campus for a
self-guided tour of the battleship Wisconsin, one of the famous
Iowa-class ships. This great ship saw action in WWII, the Korean War and most
recently in the Persian Gulf War. Wisconsin is permanently berthed
beside Nauticus where it is accessed by a connecting walkway. Explore the main
deck and recently opened portions of the interior to learn about this famous
ship, those who fought and served on board and the
role that this mighty warship has played in the defense of our nation.
Package Price: $91.00 per person, inclusive.
Wednesday,
April 29, 2015, 9:00 AM – 2:00 PM
NAVAL STATION NORFOLK TOUR
· Board the motor coach with your guide to tour Naval Station
Norfolk - the largest naval recently opened portions of the interior to learn
about this famous ship, those who fought and served on board and the role that
this mighty warship has played in the defense of our nation. installation in
the world. Home port to 78 ships, ranging in size from aircraft carriers to
installation in the world. Home port to 78 ships, ranging in size from aircraft
carriers to submarines, 26 aircraft squadrons comprised of 133 aircraft and
headquarters of the Atlantic Fleet, this naval complex occupies over 8,000
acres of land and is home to more than 100,000 military personnel. Your tour
will take you past the 14 piers and through the Naval Air Station. You will
also drive by the historic homes built for the 1907 Jamestown Exposition on
“Admiral’s Row” which now house
the flag officers.
LUNCH INCLUDED ON BASE
· Lunch will be included on base at one of the clubs.
COMMEMORATION CEREMONY
· The annual Commemoration ceremony will be held at the David Adams
Chapel on Naval Station Norfolk (pending approval and
availability, and planned by committee. Note: A request for Chaplain and honor
guard has been made.
Package Price: $58.00 per person, inclusive.
THE PACKAGE PRICE INCLUDES
Ø Motor coach transportation, tour guide service, admissions as
listed, meals as listed, taxes and
meal gratuities.
Ø Gratuities for guide and driver are also included.
