January 2015 Cultural Calendar

A CULTURAL CALENDAR

2015 & 2016 TRAVEL PROGRAMS

A CULTURAL CALENDAR

2015 & 2016 TRAVEL PROGRAMS SPR I NG 2 015 March 5 to 26

New

March 8 to 18

Around the World by Private Jet Art & Archaeology of the Holy Land with Melanie Holcomb

March 11 to 23

Oman, Qatar & the United Arab Emirates with Christopher Noey

March 13 to 21

New

A History of European Fashion in London & Paris with Mary E. Davis

April 7 to 16

Waitlist

Romantic Châteaux, Great Chefs & French Culture with Olivier Bernier

April 17 to 28

New

Emperors & Electors: Bavaria & Bohemia with Olivier Bernier

May 2 to 11

New

Holland & Belgium: Amsterdam & Beyond with Charles Cogan

May 5 to 18

New

Ancient Sacred Sites of Japan with John Carpenter

May 8 to 17

Great Houses & Gardens of Northern Ireland with Patrick Bowe

May 14 to 30

Palaces, Poets & Nightingales: A Journey Through Persia with Maryam Ekhtiar

SU M M E R 2 015 June 6 to 14

Garden Isles & Grand Estates: Honfleur to Portsmouth Aboard Sea Cloud II with Melinda Watt

June 11 to 20

New

Celtic Lore, Noble Châteaux: Dramatic Brittany with Olivier Bernier (second departure)

June 27 to July 5

New

Aegean Odyssey: Istanbul to Athens Aboard Sea Cloud with Joan Aruz

July 12 to 23

New

Cathedrals, Castles & Gardens: England & Wales with Elizabeth Cleland

Aug 5 to 16 Aug 19 to 30

Falcons, Firths & Folklore: A Family Exploration of Scotland New

Aug 21 to Sept 3

Ancient Gods & Tropical Landscapes: Borobudur & Bali with Olivier Bernier In the Footsteps of St. James: El Camino de Santiago with C. Griffith Mann

FA L L 2 0 1 5 Sept 10 to 18

New

Dazzling Cities, Gourmet Pleasures: Alsace & Luxembourg with Olivier Bernier

Sept 15 to 30

New

A Journey to Central Asia with Helen Evans

Sept 24 to Oct 7

Sailing the Black Sea Aboard Variety Voyager with Sarah Graff (also offered June 12 to 25, 2016)

Sept 26 to Oct 6

Enchanting Douro River Aboard AmaVida with Dita Amory

Sept 28 to Oct 9

New

Kingdom of the Two Sicilies: Palermo, Naples & Sorrento with Olivier Bernier

Oct 1 to 17

New

Ancient Kingdoms & Glorious Temples: Kashmir, Punjab & Rajasthan with Kurt Behrendt

Oct 5 to 20

New

Golden Eagle Danube Express: From Budapest to Tehran (also offered in March 2016)

Oct 11 to 21

New

Belgium & the Netherlands: In Search of Flourishing Genre Painting with Inés Powell

Oct 14 to 23 Nov 1 to 17

Adriatic Odyssey: Venice to Valletta Aboard Sea Cloud II with Patrick Bowe New

Nov 8 to 22

The Splendors of Iran: From North to South with Martina Rugiadi The Treasures of Burma with John Guy

W I N T E R 2 015 I 2 016 Dec 26 to Jan 8

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Kings, Gods & Dragons: New Year’s in Cambodia & Vietnam with Olivier Bernier

Dec 30 to Jan 13

A Journey Into Antiquity: Egypt & Jordan with Isabel Stuenkel

Jan 14 to 21

Gardens of the Caribbean Aboard Sea Cloud with Patrick Bowe

Feb 1 to 8

Mesoamerican to Modern: Mexico City & Zona Maco Art Fair with Denise Birkhofer

SPR I NG 2 016 April 10 to 18

Dutch & Flemish Landscapes: The Netherlands & Belgium Aboard AmaPrima

May 11 to 20 June 3 to 14

Jewels of the Western Mediterranean: Rome to Málaga Aboard Sea Cloud II New

The Lower Danube: Vienna to Bucharest Aboard Royal Crown

Winter 2015 Dear Past Travelers and Friends, “I love studying ancient history and seeing how empires rise and fall, sowing the seeds of their own destruction.”

—Martin Scorsese From the Pharaohs to the Mughals, history is the story of the ascent and decline of mighty empires.

The chance to relive those times is perhaps the greatest privilege of travel.

We are pleased to offer you just such a privilege on a selection of upcoming Arrangements Abroad trips. Enter the house where Queen Victoria, ruler of the largest empire in history, lived out her days. Watch the sun set over the temples of Burma’s oldest imperial city. Walk in the footsteps of Darius the Great at Persepolis, and admire the largest collection of crown jewels in the world.

• Honfleur to Portsmouth Aboard Sea Cloud II, June 6 to 14, 2015 Enjoy the rugged beauty of Normandy and the English coast on a cruise that coincides with the anniversary of D-Day. View a walled garden on Sark, tour the Abbey Gardens of Tresco, and see Queen Victoria’s summer home on the Isle of Wight.

• Golden Eagle Danube Express from Budapest to Tehran, October 5 to 20, 2015 On a five-country excursion by luxury rail, travel from the medieval fortresses of Eastern Europe to the royal palaces of Persia. Discover a 2,400-year-old king’s tomb in Bulgaria and in Iran, explore awe-inspiring Persepolis before disembarking in Tehran to gaze at the shahs’ crown jewels.

• The Treasures of Burma, November 8 to 22, 2015 Marvel at a colossal reclining Buddha in Yangon before flying to ancient Bagan to explore a monastery complex atop nearby Mount Popa. Embark an elegant, colonial-style riverboat for a two-night cruise to Mandalay, to visit sacred sites and browse traditional crafts.

Iran is fast becoming a more accessible destination and we offer two other opportunities to explore this extraordinary country, including a November trip that features the lesser-visited city of Tabriz. For something closer to home, consider a family-friendly discovery of Scotland’s natural wonders, or a series of curatorial visits to castles and cathedrals in England and Wales.

As always, our exceptional staff, including our Tour Directors, working hand in hand with our outstanding lecturers, make these cultural immersions possible.

Sincerely,

Jim Friedlander President P.S. For a limited time, we are offering passage on a 21-day Around the World by Private Jet program to twelve of the most fascinating sites on the planet.

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Romantic Châteaux, Great Chefs & French Culture April 7 to 16, 2015 From Mâcon in Burgundy, through the Franche-Comté to Geneva, discover great museums, superb architecture, and alluring landscapes.

Stay at three Relais & Châteaux hotels; savor some of the finest French cuisine at the Hotel Georges Blanc and at restaurants including Troisgros and Auberge du Père Bise. Land rate: $8,450

Emperors & Electors: Bavaria & Bohemia April 17 to 28, 2015 Sumptuous museums and spectacular Rococo architecture in Munich will be followed by four days in Prague, a magical city of castles, spires, and medieval bridges. Enjoy private visits to the Strahov Library, with its extraordinary collection of manuscripts, and the Archbishop’s Palace, seat of the archbishop since 1562.

Land rate: $10,695

Bukhara, Uzbekistan

Around the World by Private Jet March 5 to 26, 2015 This three-week adventure takes you to twelve iconic sites, from Chichen Itza in Mexico to the Serengeti in Tanzania. Visit Brazil, Easter Island, Tahiti, Australia, Cambodia, India, and more aboard an exclusively chartered Boeing 767 refitted with just 90 VIP seats.

Iguazu Falls, the Sydney Opera House, Angkor Wat and the Taj Mahal are among the highlights, along with private visits and stays in remarkable hotels. Land/air rate: $57,250

Art & Archaeology of the Holy Land March 8 to 18, 2015 Discover the extraordinary sites of Jerusalem including the Dome of the Rock, Dead Sea Scrolls, and poignant Children’s Memorial. See the fortress of Masada and experience the buoyant waters of the Dead Sea. Explore Beit She’an, and explore the walled Old City in Acre and Haifa’s famed Bahai Gardens. Conclude in vibrant Tel Aviv.

Land rate: $8,550

Oman, Qatar & the United Arab Emirates March 11 to 23, 2015 Begin in Muscat where highlights include a private visit and reception at the Bait Al Zubair Museum. Discover Nizwa’s 17thcentury fort and explore the Museum of Islamic Art in Doha.

Continue to Abu Dhabi to visit Saadiyat Island and see the spectacular Sheikh Zayed Mosque. In Dubai tour the Burj Khalifa and attend Art Dubai. Land rate: $12,950

Holland & Belgium: Amsterdam & Beyond May 2 to 11, 2015 View a special Rembrandt retrospective at the Rijksmuseum in Amsterdam. Stroll through the Keukenhof Gardens, see the Panorama Mesdag diorama in The Hague, and discover the famous windmills of Kinderdijk en route to Rotterdam. In Belgium, explore medieval Bruges and, in Ghent, admire the Van Eyck brothers’ altarpiece in the Cathedral of St. Bavo. Land rate: $6,495

Ancient Sacred Sites of Japan May 5 to 18, 2015 Discover Nara’s National Museum and Crafts Museum, travel to sacred sites, and stroll through historic Asuka village. In Koyasan, spend two nights at a shukubo (temple lodging). Visit Mt. Koya’s stunning temples, and walk along Kumano Kodo, a sacred pilgrimage route. In Kyoto, tour the Miho Museum and explore shrines, temples, and monasteries. Land rate: $11,995 Great Houses & Gardens of Northern Ireland May 8 to 17, 2015 Discover Dublin’s gardens and galleries. Visit Castle Coole, the home and gardens of Killyreagh, and Crom Castle. Explore Oakfield Park and Baronscourt, one of Ireland’s great Georgian houses. Conclude in Belfast to tour stately homes including Ballywalter Park, Mount Stewart, and Grey Abbey. Land rate: $7,495

Explore European sartorial history in England and France. See the Elizabethan costume archives at London’s Globe Theatre and visit the Savile Row workroom of Henry Poole & Co. Travel by Eurostar to Paris for a special visit to the Yves St. Laurent Foundation and to tour the recently reopened Picasso Museum. Land rate: $7,995

Photo by Nick Moulds

A History of European Fashion in London & Paris March 13 to 21, 2015

Strahov Library, Prague, Czech Republic

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Falcons, Firths & Folklore: A Family Exploration of Scotland August 5 to 16, 2015 This family-friendly itinerary begins in Edinburgh to see the Crown Jewels of Scotland and the National Museum, and to experience the famous Military Tattoo. Spend a week at the Aigas Field Centre to observe the wildlife of the Scottish Highlands. Other highlights include a falconry display at Dunrobin Castle and a cruise on Loch Ness. Land rate: $5,495. Children under 18: $4,995 Photo by shrighley

Ancient Gods & Tropical Landscapes: Borobudur & Bali

Crom Castle, Ireland

Palaces, Poets & Nightingales: A Journey Through Persia May 14 to 30, 2015 Explore enigmatic Iran—from bustling Tehran to the splendors of Isfahan. See the National Museum, with its rich collection of prehistoric artifacts; the Fire Temple of Yazd, whose sacred Zoroastrian flame has burned for 1,500 years; the ruins of ancient Persepolis; the gardens of Shiraz; and Isfahan’s Naghsh-e-Jahan Square. Land rate: $9,995

Honfleur to Portsmouth Aboard Sea Cloud II June 6 to 14, 2015 Admire the rugged beauty of the French and English coasts on a cruise that coincides with the anniversary of D-Day. View the garden of La Seigneurie on Sark, or on Guernsey, see where Victor Hugo wrote Les Misérables. Tour the Abbey Gardens of Tresco and Osborne House on the Isle of Wight. Mont St. Michel, D-Day sites, and Agatha Christie’s home are also options.

Cruise rates: from $6,995. Single supplement waived for select cabins

Celtic Lore, Noble Châteaux: Dramatic Brittany June 11 to 20, 2015 Brittany, the most traditional province in France, offers many delights. Explore spectacular landscapes, 18th-century cities, and majestic fortresses. From Rennes to the seaside resort of La Baule and on to the old capital of Nantes, discover great art and architecture.

Land rate: $8,350

August 19 to 30, 2015 Tour Jakarta’s National Museum, with over 140,000 artifacts, and the fascinating Puppet Museum. Travel to Yogyakarta to see magnificent Borobudur and other sacred sites. At the Mendut Monastery, hear monks chanting and perhaps join them in meditation. Conclude in idyllic Bali to relax, enjoy a dance performance, and visit the island’s holiest site. Land rate: $14,995

In the Footsteps of St. James: El Camino de Santiago August 21 to September 3, 2015 Follow the Camino de Santiago through medieval towns and across fertile plains on this more active program. Listen to the Gregorian chant of the monks of Silos. Conclude at the Cathedral of Santiago de Compostela to observe the botafumeiro (incense burning) ritual.

Stay in splendid paradores and historic monasteries. Daily walks average three miles. Land rate: $8,895

Dazzling Cities, Gourmet Pleasures: Alsace & Luxembourg September 10 to 18, 2015 Explore Strasbourg, then drive to Colmar to admire the Grünewald altarpiece. Discover the Art Nouveau masterpieces and dazzling city squares of Nancy. In Metz, see spectacular stained glass at the Cathedral of St. Etienne and the acclaimed branch of the Centre Pompidou. Conclude in Luxembourg for a visit to the Museum of Modern Art and a private collection. Land rate: $6,750

Aegean Odyssey: Istanbul to Athens Aboard Sea Cloud June 27 to July 5, 2015 Embark legendary Sea Cloud in Istanbul and sail to Izmir to visit the site of ancient Sardis. Call at the Greek isle of Samos to discover the Temple of Hera. Explore the clifftop “white” villages of Santorini and the recently reopened site of Akrotiri. On Crete, see the palace of Knossos, the Heraklion Archaeological Museum, and ancient Eleutherna. Cruise rates: from $8,995

July 12 to 23, 2015 Enjoy curatorial tours of grand castles, important art collections, and stunning gardens at their peak. In the Welsh capital of Cardiff, go behind the scenes at Senedd, the seat of government, and explore the National Museum after hours. Visit charming Portmeirion and admire the gardens in Derbyshire. Discover Liverpool’s diverse architecture and Albert Dock. Land rate: $10,995

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Cathedrals, Castles & Gardens: England & Wales

Snowdonia, Wales

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Landrate: rate:$10,250 $10,250 Land

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The Splendors of Iran: From North to South November 1 to 17, 2015 In ancient Tabriz tour the 15th-century Blue Mosque and the nearby troglodyte village of Kandovan. Then continue to Zanjan, famous for its handicrafts, and Qazvin, known for its Friday Mosque. Explore Tehran’s outstanding museums, and in Isfahan see the splendid Naghsh-e-Jahan Square and browse in the colorful bazaar. From Shiraz, the city of poets, visit the ruins of Persepolis. Land rate: $ 9,995

The Treasures of Burma November 8 to 22, 2015 Begin in Yangon to discover major landmarks, colonial-era buildings, and a colossal reclining Buddha. In ancient Bagan, the “City of Pagodas,” marvel at some of the city’s 1,000 remaining pagodas and monasteries. Drive to Mount Popa, Burma’s “Mount Olympus,” to climb 777 steps to a picturesque religious complex, then embark on a two-night cruise to Mandalay.

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2015 & 2016 TRAVEL PROGRAMS

A Journey Into Antiquity: Egypt & Jordan December 30, 2015 to January 13, 2016 See the wonders of Giza and Cairo, and enjoy New Year’s lunch at legendary Mena House. Cruise from Luxor to Aswan aboard Nile Adventurer, visiting Karnak Temple, Edfu, and Kom Ombo. Fly to Abu Simbel to see the temples of Ramses II and Queen Nefertari. In Jordan, explore Petra, Madaba, Amman, and Jerash. Land/cruise rates: from $8,995

Gardens of the Caribbean Aboard Sea Cloud January 14 to 21, 2016 Sail from Barbados to visit historic island plantations, tour botanical gardens, and swim or snorkel in dazzling turquoise waters. Ports of call include colorful Trinidad, the “Spice Island” of Grenada, and St. Vincent. On St. Lucia, discover a beach set in the Anse des Pitons, and enjoy water sports on tiny Bequia. Optional Barbados prelude. Cruise rates: from $6,995 Mesoamerican to Modern: Mexico City & Zona Maco Art Fair February 1 to 8, 2016 Explore Mexico City’s museums and art galleries, and attend the VIP preview day of the Zona Maco art fair. See the awe-inspiring pyramids of Teotihuacan with an archaeologist. Travel to Xochimilco to the Museo Dolores Olmedo, located in the restored hacienda of Diego Rivera’s last patron, and have lunch aboard a trajinera boat at the Floating Gardens. Land rate: $5,495 Dutch & Flemish Landscapes Aboard AmaPrima April 10 to 18, 2016 On a glorious springtime voyage, discover magnificent collections, colorful gardens, and exciting new architecture. Call at Rotterdam, Delft, Ghent, Bruges, Antwerp, and Arnhem. See the Cathedral of St. Bavo and the Ghent Altarpiece, and admire Michelangelo’s Madonna in charming Bruges. Conclude in Amsterdam with a visit to the Rijksmuseum.

Cruise rates: from $4,995 Rome to Málaga Aboard Sea Cloud II May 11 to 20, 2016 Call at less-visited ports for exclusive visits in Italy and Spain. Tour a country estate on Menorca, and in Palma de Mallorca discover the Pilar and Joan Miró Foundation, home to more than 2,500 works by the artist. Conclude with visits to the fabled Alhambra and Generalife in Granada. Optional Rome prelude. Cruise rates: from $7,995 Vienna to Bucharest Aboard Royal Crown June 3 to 14, 2016 Discover Vienna, then cruise to Bratislava and Budapest to tour stunning palaces. Explore Novi Sad, one of Serbia’s historic treasures, and lively Belgrade. Pass through the awe-inspiring Iron Gates, then visit Vidin, Bulgaria. From Bucharest, fly by chartered plane to see the magnificent painted churches. Cruise rates: from $5,995

Sea Cloud on the Caribbean On the back cover, clockwise from upper left: Astronomical clock, Venice; Camel in front of the Great Pyramids of Giza, Egypt; Geisha in Kyoto, photo by Claude; Windmills of Kinderdijk, the Netherlands.

On the reservation page: Mendut Monastery Buddha, Bali (top), photo by faun070; Luxembourg (bottom).

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SP RI N G 2 0 1 5 Around the World by Private Jet Art & Archaeology of the Holy Land Oman, Qatar & the United Arab Emirates A History of European Fashion in London & Paris Romantic Châteaux, Great Chefs & French Culture Emperors & Electors: Bavaria & Bohemia Holland & Belgium: Amsterdam & Beyond Ancient Sacred Sites of Japan Great Houses & Gardens of Northern Ireland Palaces, Poets & Nightingales: A Journey Through Persia SUM M ER 2 0 1 5 Honfleur to Portsmouth Aboard Sea Cloud II Celtic Lore, Noble Châteaux: Dramatic Brittany Aegean Odyssey: Istanbul to Athens Aboard Sea Cloud Cathedrals, Castles & Gardens: England & Wales Falcons, Firths & Folklore: A Family Exploration of Scotland Ancient Gods & Tropical Landscapes: Borobudur & Bali In the Footsteps of St. James: El Camino de Santiago FA L L 2 0 1 5 Dazzling Cities, Gourmet Pleasures: Alsace & Luxembourg A Journey to Central Asia Sailing the Black Sea Aboard Variety Voyager Enchanting Douro River Aboard AmaVida Kingdom of the Two Sicilies: Palermo, Naples & Amalfi Kashmir, Punjab & Rajasthan Golden Eagle Danube Express from Budapest to Tehran Belgium & the Netherlands: In Search of Genre Painting Adriatic Odyssey: Venice to Valletta Aboard Sea Cloud II The Splendors of Iran: From North to South The Treasures of Burma W I N T E R 2015 I 2016 Kings, Gods & Dragons: New Year’s in Cambodia & Vietnam A Journey Into Antiquity: Egypt & Jordan Gardens of the Caribbean Aboard Sea Cloud Mexico City & Zona Maco Art Fair SP RI N G 2 0 1 6 Dutch & Flemish Landscapes Aboard AmaPrima Rome to Málaga Aboard Sea Cloud II Vienna to Bucharest Aboard Royal Crown