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Go see. Go do. Go Travel.

Welcome to the YMCA Alumni Travel Club, powered by Go Travel. This very special club is open to all YMCA Alumni members, families, and referred friends. Members are automatically part of the Travel Club, and there is no fee for belonging.

Our long-time partners at Go Travel carefully curate and power our travel Club experiences. Their dedicated YMCA Alumni Travel Club Team professionally manages the entire process. Your adventures are booked with esteemed international tour and cruising companies, ensuring a top-tier, delightful experience. With us, you can plan your trips with confidence. Our trips are guaranteed to depart, regardless of the number of registered members and guests.

Our YMCA Alumni Travel Club team at Go Travel can enroll you in official YMCA Group trips and cruises and help you plan personal family reunions and individual travel experiences. They will gladly offer their opinions and suggestions, drawing on their years of experience. Go Travel collaborates with over 8,500 tour companies and cruise lines, offering our members discounts, credits, and exclusive amenities. On top of all that, our National YMCA Alumni budget benefits by a percentage of all bookings.

Visit this page on our website regularly to stay informed about upcoming trips and exclusive opportunities as they are announced. Watch for news in Going Places, our Travel Club newsletter, published six times yearly, in The Connection, our national member newsletter, on our YMCA Alumni Facebook page on Travel Tuesdays, and in your chapter newsletter. 

Please don't wait to book your travel. Register as early as possible to obtain the best rates and ensure you have space reserved before trips sell out. We understand that "life happens," and you may cancel by specific dates.  Check out the current edition of Going Places,

our Travel Club newsletter by clicking the button below.

Welcome and Bon Voyage!  

YMCA ALUMNI TRAVEL CLUB
GROUP ADVENTURES - 2026

ALASKA: THE LAST FRONTIER

ALASKA: THE LAST FRONTIER

JUNE 5 - 12, 2026

We'll cruise before the huge summer crowds arrive. We depart from Vancouver, B.C., and return to Seattle aboard the Celebrity Edge. This is an ideal seven-night trip for bringing along family and friends. This will be our Travel Club's third Alaska cruise. Visit Ketchikan, Juneau, Skagway, cruise the Endicott Arm to the Dawes Glacier, and disembark in Seattle. 


YMCA Alumni Travel Club pricing from $1,905 to $3,297, depending on stateroom choice.

THE ROCKY MOUNTAINEER

THE ROCKY MOUNTAINEER

JULY 20 - 25, 2026

The Rocky Mountaineer travels through stunning scenery with highlights viewed from the train’s expansive glass-dome coaches. Your journey will be complemented by vibrant storytelling, regionally-inspired cuisine, and exceptional Premier Class service onboard the train.


Arrive in Denver and depart the next morning for Glenwood Springs, heading through the famed Big 10 curve and the Moffat Tunnel, high in the Rockies. Continue your journey west to the unique and iconic desert town of Moab. Travel from Moab to the historically vibrant city of Salt Lake City for our final night.

CLASSIC CANADA AND NEW ENGLAND

CLASSIC CANADA AND NEW ENGLAND

SEPTEMBER 13 - 23, 2026

A colorful 10-day YMCA Alumni fall cruise along Eastern Canada and New England's Atlantic Coast for some unforgettable leaf-peeping and ocean scenery. Our cruise aboard the Sapphire Princess begins in Quebec City -- Le Bijou Boréal (The Boreal Jewel), and ends in historic Boston, MA. 


Your YMCA Alumni hosts are Patrick and Jan Murphy of the Schreiner Chapter. Balcony cabin range: $2,424 - 2,782 ($240-to-$700 saving from direct booking).

EXPERIENCE THE BEST OF SPAIN

EXPERIENCE THE BEST OF SPAIN

OCT. 4 - 13, 2026

Embark on an unforgettable guided luxury motor coach tour through the marvelous cities of Madrid, Seville, Granada, Valencia, and Barcelona, all while enjoying the benefit of the “All-In-Inclusive” advantage of C.I.E. tours. 


Our YMCA Alumni trip covers 9 days, 8 nights, and includes 13 meals. Your luggage is taken care of from the coach to your hotel and back each day. Cost: $3,395 pp.

DANUBE DREAM RIVER CRUISE

DANUBE DREAM RIVER CRUISE

MAY 6-14, 2027

Cruise along the peaceful and storied Danube River through Germany, Austria, Slovakia, and Hungary—stopping at some of Central Europe’s most splendid capitals and charming towns along the way. Indulge in legendary Central European cuisine on this culinary-focused cruise. We'll sample regional specialties with onboard tastings and with a special dinner featuring a wonderful menu created just for you. Your fellow passengers number only 166, so register soon.

We begin our river journey with two nights in Praque, Czech Republic. Then, enjoy the magnificent views as our Danube River cruise takes us through the picturesque wine region of the Wachau Valley, concluding in Vienna, the “City of Music.”

YMCA ALUMNI TRAVEL CLUB
SPECIALTY ADVENTURES - 2026

YARN, FUN, AND SUN

YARN, FUN, AND SUN

OCT. 31 - NOV. 7, 2026

Here’s a very special seven-day Caribbean cruise vacation aboard the Celebrity Apex for our YMCA Alumni members who love to knit. You’ll join fellow knitters from all over the country for a knitting adventure like no other.


This cruise is the perfect blend of knitting immersion, tropical exploration, and pampered relaxation, all surrounded by like-minded yarn lovers. A special guest on our cruise will be knitting guru StevenBe, the “Glitter Knitter,” (pictured) known for his bold designs and fearless creativity. 


Prices range from $1,949 to $2,249 pp depending on stateroom choice. There is a $250 event fee per participant.

READ 'GOING PLACES'

READ 'GOING PLACES'

NOVEMBER 2025

Check out the latest issue of Going Places, our Travel Club newsletter. Watch for it in your e-mail six times each year. It's filled with news, views, trip information, and announcements.

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