We’re honored to have you in the WorldStrides family – come see us in Charlottesville for a fun and complimentary weekend of making friends, fine dining, and scenic history amidst Virginia’s beautiful autumn foliage.
Welcome Weekend Overview | September 22-24, 2017
FRIDAY
Arrive in Charlottesville, Virginia, and visit WorldStrides’ headquarters office.
6:40 pm Meet in hotel lobby and walk along the HISTORIC DOWNTOWN PEDESTRIAN MALL
7:00 pm Relax with a reception and dinner at the DOWNTOWN GRILLE
The Downtown Grille has been honored by Wine Spectator for its cuisine and wine list every year since 1999.
SATURDAY
6:30 am Breakfast at hotel
8:00 am Depart for HIGHLAND
Home of our fifth president, James Monroe, Highland features many of Monroe’s original possessions and other period artifacts.
10:50 am Depart for MONTICELLO
Completed in 1772, Thomas Jefferson’s mountaintop estate, Monticello, offers a fascinating look at one of our most influential Founding Fathers.
1:30 pm Depart Monticello for MICHIE TAVERN
Built by Scotsman, William Michie, after his return from Valley Forge, the Michie Tavern has served travelers since 1784.
1:45 pm MICHIE TAVERN Lunch
3:00 pm Tour the historic grounds of the UNIVERSITY OF VIRGINIA
Enjoy touring one of Thomas Jefferson’s greatest legacies, the University of Virginia’s grounds and famous Rotunda.
Enjoy Charlottesville—free time! Dine out on the town at a restaurant of your choice.
SUNDAY
6:30 am Breakfast at hotel
Departures throughout the day.
Safe travels!