The Great Dickens Christmas Faire is a one-of-a-kind immersive holiday adventure into Victorian London ~  an elaborate holiday party with hundreds of costumed players performing and interacting with patrons in over 140,000 square feet of theatrically-lit music halls, pubs, dance floors, and festive shops. It's a twilight evening in Charles Dickens' London Town - a city of winding lanes filled with colorful characters from both literature and history. Enticing aromas of roasted chestnuts and hearty foods fill the air. Gourmet chefs offer delicious foods from around the world, including English bangers and fish 'n' chips, exotic Greek delicacies, French onion soup, and enticing desserts. Cries of street vendors hawking their wares ring out above the bustling crowd. Dozens of lamplit shops are filled to overflowing with handmade gifts. The Dickens Christmas Fair is a treasured Bay Area tradition since 1970 and a splendid way to celebrate the holidays.

To see more about this exciting event visit: https://dickensfair.com/ ; 

https://dickensfair.com/galleries/sensational-photos-videos ;

https://dickensfair.com/merchants/discover-the-winding-lanes

IMPORTANT: Registration Deadline - in order to purchase our tickets in a timely manner so we don't miss out on this opportunity, please register no later than October 21st. 

Date: November 22, 2025

Schedule: 1 - Saturday

Time: 6:00am - 8:15pm 

Location: Meeting at the Shasta College Main Cmapus North/Pine Parking Lot

Facilitator: Darlene Montgomery

Fee: $130

MUST READ: click here to view refund policies - 

https://www.shastacollege.edu/about/economic-workforce-development/community-education/important-information/

Historic Nevada City Victorian Christmas 

The aroma of roasted chestnuts fill the air, along with street vendors and lamp-lit streets filled with Christmas treasures. It’s the one & only Victorian Christmas. It’s a magical setting of hilly streets with authentic gas lamps, wandering carolers dressed in Victorian attire, and visitors sharing holiday cheer and good tidings. There are holiday activities for all ages including live entertainment, yuletide treats and libations, and Father Christmas!

Double your fun and bring family and friends along with you to enjoy all the festivities this event has to offer. 

To learn more about the beautifully festive event, go to: https://www.nevadacitychamber.com/nevada-city-events/victorian-christmas/ 

This is a rain or shine event. 

Date: December 07, 2025

Schedule: 1 - Sunday

Time: 9:00am - 11:00pm

Location: Meeting at the Shasta College Main Cmapus North/Pine Parking Lot

Facilitator: Darlene Montgomery

Fee: $125

MUST READ: click here to view refund policies - 

https://www.shastacollege.edu/about/economic-workforce-development/community-education/important-information/ 

Travel - Domestic: New York City- Holiday

We are very excited to be expanding our Collette Travel options for 2025. Below is a short description for the trip, but the real detail of the trip will be found in the external link labeled gateway.gocollette.com. Make sure to visit that link for full trip itineraries and information.

NOTE: Prices include both round trip flights and round trip transportation to the international airport of departure.

Locations Visited: Greenwich Village, Wall Street, Christmas Spectacular at Radio City Music Hall, Statue of Liberty, Ellis Island, 9/11 Memorial, 9/11 Museum, Broadway Show

Tour Activity Level: Level 3

Level 3: You’re an on-the-go traveler. You don’t want to miss a thing, so walking and standing for longer periods of time (2-3 hours) isn’t a big deal. A moderately paced 2.5 hour walking tour, covering several miles, hills, and uneven surfaces, is no problem. Walking 4 miles over the course of a day is very doable, as is climbing into and out of various modes of transportation (tuk-tuk, cable car, zodiac, etc.). You can climb three flights of stairs easily and handle altitudes between 6,000 and 9,000 feet. Expect some longer days balanced with free time to recharge or set out on your own adventure. This level is not a fit for travelers who require mobility assistance devices.

*Must sign up before June 08, 2025*

Dates: 12/08/2025- 12/12/2025- 5 days!

Link: https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1301215

Pricing: Double: $3,469pp Single: $4,269pp Triple: $3,439pp

NOTE: Prices include both round trip flights and round trip transportation to the international airport of departure.

Travel - International: Tropical Costa Rica

We are very excited to be expanding our Collette Travel options for 2025. Below is a short description for the trip, but the real detail of the trip will be found in the external link labeled gateway.gocollette.com. Make sure to visit that link for full trip itineraries and information.

NOTE: Prices include both round trip flights and round trip transportation to the international airport of departure.

Locations Visited: San Jose, Coffee Plantation, Arenal Volcano, Cano Negro Refuge, Lake Arenal Cruise, Farm Tour and Lunch, Monteverde Cloud Forest, Choice on Tour: Monteverde Hanging Bridges or Canopy Adventure, Guanacaste

Tour Activity Level: Level 3

Level 3: You’re an on-the-go traveler. You don’t want to miss a thing, so walking and standing for longer periods of time (2-3 hours) isn’t a big deal. A moderately paced 2.5 hour walking tour, covering several miles, hills, and uneven surfaces, is no problem. Walking 4 miles over the course of a day is very doable, as is climbing into and out of various modes of transportation (tuk-tuk, cable car, zodiac, etc.). You can climb three flights of stairs easily and handle altitudes between 6,000 and 9,000 feet. Expect some longer days balanced with free time to recharge or set out on your own adventure. This level is not a fit for travelers who require mobility assistance devices.

*Must sign up before July 29, 2025*

Dates: 01/29/2026- 02/06/2026- 9 days!

Link: https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1301272

Pricing: Double: $3,069pp Single: $3,569pp Triple: $3,039pp

NOTE: Prices include both round trip flights and round trip transportation to the international airport of departure.

Travel - International: Old World Sicily and Malta (Small group trip)

We are very excited to be expanding our Collette Travel options for 2025. Below is a short description for the trip, but the real detail of the trip will be found in the external link labeled gateway.gocollette.com. Make sure to visit that link for full trip itineraries and information.

NOTE: Prices include both round trip flights and round trip transportation to the international airport of departure.

Locations Visited: Malta, Grand Harbor Cruise, Valletta, Impact Moment, Ferry to Sicily, Aromatic Herb Farm Tour, Ragusa-Ibla, Siracusa, Choice on Tour: Ancient Siracusa Archeological Site or Ancient Siracusa Archeological Museum, Taormina’s Greek Theatre, Mount Etna Off-Road Excursion

Tour Activity Level: Level 3

Level 3: You’re an on-the-go traveler. You don’t want to miss a thing, so walking and standing for longer periods of time (2-3 hours) isn’t a big deal. A moderately paced 2.5 hour walking tour, covering several miles, hills, and uneven surfaces, is no problem. Walking 4 miles over the course of a day is very doable, as is climbing into and out of various modes of transportation (tuk-tuk, cable car, zodiac, etc.). You can climb three flights of stairs easily and handle altitudes between 6,000 and 9,000 feet. Expect some longer days balanced with free time to recharge or set out on your own adventure. This level is not a fit for travelers who require mobility assistance devices.

*Must sign up before August 12, 2025*

Dates: 05/11/2026- 05/22/2026- 12 days!

Link: https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1301277

Pricing: Double: $5,599pp Single: $6,299pp Triple: $5,549pp

NOTE: Prices include both round trip flights and round trip transportation to the international airport of departure.

Travel - International: Greece Island Hopper

We are very excited to be expanding our Collette Travel options for 2025. Below is a short description for the trip, but the real detail of the trip will be found in the external link labeled gateway.gocollette.com. Make sure to visit that link for full trip itineraries and information.

NOTE: Prices include both round trip flights and round trip transportation to the international airport of departure.

Locations Visited: Athens, Taverna Dinner Show, Acropolis, The Parthenon, Mykonos Old Town, Santorini Island, Oia Village, Ancient Akrotiri, Wine Tasting 

Tour Activity Level: Level 3

Level 3: You’re an on-the-go traveler. You don’t want to miss a thing, so walking and standing for longer periods of time (2-3 hours) isn’t a big deal. A moderately paced 2.5 hour walking tour, covering several miles, hills, and uneven surfaces, is no problem. Walking 4 miles over the course of a day is very doable, as is climbing into and out of various modes of transportation (tuk-tuk, cable car, zodiac, etc.). You can climb three flights of stairs easily and handle altitudes between 6,000 and 9,000 feet. Expect some longer days balanced with free time to recharge or set out on your own adventure. This level is not a fit for travelers who require mobility assistance devices.

*Must sign up before August 07, 2025*

Dates: 04/08/2026- 04/16/2026- 9 days!

Link: https://gateway.gocollette.com/link/1301271

Pricing: Double: $4,999pp Single: $5,999pp Triple: $4,949pp

NOTE: Prices include both round trip flights and round trip transportation to the international airport of departure.