A BETTER WAY TO SEE LIGHTHOUSES…

There is no more wonderful experience than photographing, and whenever possible, climbing a lighthouse. As you count the steps to the top, you can picture what it must have been like to live the life of a lighthouse keeper. With each lighthouse you visit comes a better understanding of the special circumstances that surrounded keeping the light burning. You’ll develop an appreciation for each lighthouse and discover what makes each light special. Lighthouses were built in locations to act as navigational aids, not for the convenience of the lighthouse lover who wants to visit them. Many are found in remote locations on both land and at sea or are active military installations, making them inaccessible to the general public. Another possible limitation to your lighthouse hunting experience occurs when accessible lighthouses are only open seasonally and for a limited number of hours. But not to worry, JOYTRIP and The Lighthouse Society design lighthouse tours to overcome all obstacles faced by lighthouse enthusiasts so that the experience will be an exciting and fulfilling one . . . simply put, a better way to see lighthouses.

WE THINK OF EVERYTHING…

JOYTRIP / Lighthouse Society Tours are fun, stimulating adventures designed to captivate our guests. Our routes are specifically developed to maximize not only lighthouse touring, but also to help you gain a better understanding of the culture and communities in which light- houses are located. Historic landmarks and other cultural sites, cruises and museums are often included as part of our itineraries. Additionally, free time is always provided so you can explore personal interests and shop! Our trips include comfortable accommodations, fresh local cuisine and  a variety of thoughtful, fun activities all woven together in an incredibly rewarding journey. With everything taken care of, all you need to do is bring your sense of adventure. Our journeys to light- houses require many creative transportation options including: luxury coaches, all types of lake and ocean vessels, mini-buses, car caravans, off road vehicles, and we have even been known to utilize horse drawn wagons when necessary – we will get you there one way or another! Keep in mind that when you travel with JOYTRIP and The Lighthouse Society, most everything  is included in the trip price so you won’t be surprised by extra costs.

OUR TOUR LEADERS MAKE THE TRIP…

Handling all the day to day logistics, our tour leaders are knowledgeable and enthusiastic motivators who interact with excitement and inspiration. They are absolutely committed to making sure you enjoy your lighthouse vacation. JOYTRIP and The  Lighthouse Society take care of all the logistical headaches so that you are able to focus on your vacation and create special memories that will last a lifetime.

LIGHTHOUSE TOUR PHILANTHROPY…

Join a JOYTRIP / Lighthouse Society Tour and experience an exciting adventure while helping to preserve lighthouses for future generations! The Lighthouse Society is a nonprofit, charitable organization, and through its partnership with JOYTRIP, proceeds from each trip are directed to support lighthouse preservation and education. Further, JOYTRIP and The Lighthouse Society makes financial contributions to lighthouses visited on specific tours, emphasizing our dedication to the global lighthouse  preservation movement.

ABOUT THE PARTNERS…

JOYTRIP

A partnership of three, the creators of JOYTRIP graduated college with first class honours specializing in Tourism. Using their experiences from already traveling first hand throughout Europe, they have become experts in their field organizing all types of group trips from historic excursions to adventure tours.  JOYTRIP.PL facilitiates professional, versatile and interesting tours for everyone, no matter your background, age or interest.

Although relatively new to the tourism industry, JOYTRIP has been recognized as a premiere tour company in Europe by gaining distinction for its innovational concepts in a local contest for fledgling businesses.  Additionally, JOYTRIP was also awarded a European Union grant in the Enterprise and Industry Grants Work Programme.

Continued growth of their business culminated when JOYTRIP joined forces with "Ideatour Germanus Travel Agency”. Together, they now are a force in the European tourism industry,and a trusted partner to The Lighthouse Society.

THE LIGHTHOUSE SOCIETY

The Lighthouse Society is a non-profit historical and educational organization incorporated to educate, inform, and entertain those who are interested in lighthouses, past and present.

The Lighthouse Society has been the proud recipient of numerous awards including those for Historic Preservation, the Department of the Transportation Award for Outstanding Public Service and Historic Preservation, and the Lighthouse Coordinating Committee's prestigious

Founders Award.  Additionally, The Lighthouse Society has donated funds to important lighthouse restoration projects world wide, and has successfully restored and opened to the public a historic Lightship. Modern technology has doomed the classic lighthouse.  Most lighthouses around the globe have now been automated and, in the process, has eliminated the need for operating personnel.  Sterile, rotating aero-beacons on monopoles have replaced many proud coastal ladies of former years with their sweeping towers of brick and unique architecture.

In selected cases, nations around the world are licensing some formerly manned and discontinued light station to qualified groups.

Many of the light stations considered no longer functional have been transferred to various local communities, counties or nonprofit groups and are now serving as museums, vacation rentals or youth hostels.

Although the almost 500-year-old era of manned light stations has come to a close, those remaining symbols of our maritime heritage can, and should be, preserved for the enjoyment of future generations. With this in mind, The Lighthouse Society was founded to assist in the restoration and preservation of  lighthouses and to help qualified groups in their efforts to return lighthouses to the public domain.