Castles & Collections of the Celtic Isles

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THE METROPOLITAN MUSEUM OF ART Dear Members and Friends of The Metropolitan Museum of Art, The wild Scottish countryside—with its moors that turn purple in summer, its wide lochs and romantic castles steeped in history, and its ancient standing stones—is the dramatic backdrop for a spectacular Celtic Isles cruise next July from Edinburgh to Dublin, aboard Sea Cloud II. We are delighted that Beth Carver Wees, Ruth Bigelow Wriston Curator of American Decorative Arts, will be accompanying us on this voyage. She will be joined by other distinguished lecturers from Harvard, Yale, and the National Trust for Historic Preservation.

Life aboard the three-masted Sea Cloud II has no comparison. Experience the excitement of traveling under billowing sails, and enjoy impeccable service and state-of-the-art amenities.

An optional prelude in Edinburgh and an optional postlude in Dublin are offered. I hope you will join us on this fascinating summer cruise, as we travel in the company of the National Trust for Historic Preservation and the alumni associations of Harvard and Yale.

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TR AV ELING W ITH YOU Beth Carver Wees is the Ruth Bigelow Wriston Curator of American Decorative Arts at the Metropolitan Museum, where she oversees the collections of American silver, jewelry, and other metalwork.

She lectures internationally and is the author of numerous articles and books, including Early American Silver in The Metropolitan Museum of Art (2013). Beth holds degrees in art history from Smith College and the Williams College Graduate Program in the History of Art. An enthusiast for Britain’s historic houses, she is an alumna of the Attingham Summer School and the Royal Collection Studies and sits on the board of the American Friends of Attingham. She is currently the organizing curator for a Museum–wide jewelry exhibition, scheduled to open at the Metropolitan in the fall of 2017. u

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Ten nights aboard the luxurious Sea Cloud II Lunch and a tour of Baronscourt, seat of the Duke and Duchess of Abercorn, near Londonderry, Northern Ireland The windswept Orkney Islands, with their Stone Age standing stones and burial mounds A tour of 14th-century Cawdor Castle, the setting for Shakespeare’s Macbeth Celebrated Inverewe Gardens, where Gulf Stream waters nourish rare subtropical plants A visit to Ballywalter Park, a country estate outside Belfast, where we will be greeted by the owners, Lord and Lady Dunleath

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Discover the gracious city of Inverness and its historic surroundings, including the battlefield of Culloden, where Bonnie Prince Charlie’s Jacobite army was put to the sword

by Royalist forces. We also visit 14th-century Cawdor Castle, linked by Shakespeare with Macbeth, and still an aristocratic family home with colorful gardens. Sea Cloud II sets a course for the Orkney Islands in the early evening.

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Depart New York on an overnight flight to Edinburgh.

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Saturd ay, July 23 Arrive in this Georgian capital city and enjoy a tour of architectural landmarks. A walk along the famed Royal Mile is followed by lunch at the Balmoral Hotel. Visit the historic Royal Yacht Britannia, prior to boarding Sea Cloud II in the port of Leith.

A BE R DE E N, SC OT L A N D Sund ay, July 24

Step ashore this morning in the busy Orkney harbor town of Kirkwall for a visit to the remarkable Stone Age settlement of Skara Brae, buried under sand for thousands of years until its rediscovery and excavation. Continue to Maes Howe, a well-preserved burial mound dating from around 2800 B.C. Nearby are the enigmatic prehistoric sites, the Ring of Brodgar and the Standing Stones of Stenness. Late this evening, we cruise past the entrance to Scapa Flow, home of the Royal Navy during both World Wars.

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In lively Aberdeen, visit Crathes Castle, dating from the 16th century and renowned for its turrets, dormers, gargoyles, and ornate corbelling as well as exquisite painted ceilings. The extensive gardens are a series of interconnected “rooms” with yew hedges, some dating back 200 years. In the early afternoon, visit the Aberdeen Art Gallery and the Maritime Museum. Alternatively, you may wish to explore Dunnottar Castle, a cliff-top fortress overlooking the sea. This evening join the captain for a festive welcome dinner as we sail toward Cromarty Firth. u

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Wednesd ay, July 27 Be on deck this morning as Sea Cloud II enters picturesque Loch Ewe. Tour magnificent Inverewe Gardens, now managed by the National Trust for Scotland. Here the subtropical vegetation thrives and blooms year round due to the warming effects of the Gulf Stream. We will see rare flora brought from locations around the world, particularly the Southern Hemisphere. The purple heather should be at its peak here, and throughout the Scottish portion of our trip.

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On an orientation tour of this regenerated capital city visit the Ulster Museum, where an extensive collection includes works by Irish painters, such as Jack Yeats. Continue to the impressive Titanic Museum. East of Belfast and surrounded by extensive parkland, Ballywalter Park is a lovely 19th-century country estate that we visit at the kind invitation of Lord and Lady Dunleath. Following lunch in this magnificent setting, our host will show us his family collections of painting and sculpture. Sea Cloud II remains in port overnight.

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Thursd ay, July 28 Arrive at Tobermory on the island of Mull, where the protected harbor creates an attractive anchorage for pleasure yachts; go ashore for a walk past the brightly painted houses of its waterfront. Following lunch on board, a Zodiac excursion (weather permitting) will take us to Fingal’s Cave on the Isle of Staffa, whose rugged beauty has inspired Keats, Turner, and Mendelssohn. Continue to Iona to explore the 6th-century abbey and the burial sites of Scottish kings.

Today we explore the rolling countryside of County Down.

Visit the 19th-century National Trust property of Mount Stewart, former home of the Marquesses of Londonderry.

The palatial mansion is surrounded by elaborate landscaped gardens created in the 1920s. We will be received by the Montgomerys, owners of the exquisite Georgian estate of Grey Abbey, before returning to Belfast.

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Fr id ay, July 29 This morning cruise past the spectacular scenery of Northern Ireland. The ship anchors at Londonderry for a pastoral drive to Baronscourt, seat of the Duke and Duchess of Abercorn.

We are invited for lunch and a tour of the paintings and decorative arts collections of this great Georgian house, followed by a relaxed stroll through the gardens.

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DU BL I N, I R E L A N D Mond ay, A ugu st 1 Step ashore in Dublin for a private visit to Helen Dillon’s famous town garden and a tour of the National Gallery with Adrian Le Harivel, Curator of British and Dutch Paintings. The afternoon is unscheduled for individual pursuits. Gather on board this evening to celebrate our journey at the captain’s farewell dinner.

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205 Owner’s Suite (top), a Deluxe Cabin on Cabin Deck (above)

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CRUISE RATES

(Per Person, Double Occupancy) Cabins Decks Rates Cabins 204 to 206 Cabin Deck $9,995 State Rooms. Upper/lower twin berths, shower.

Cabins 207 to 210 Cabin Deck $10,995 Superior Cabins. Twin beds, shower.

Cabins 211 to 217 & 224 to 231 Cabin Deck $12,995 Deluxe Cabins. Twin beds, shower.

Cabins 218 to 223 Cabin Deck $13,995 Deluxe Cabins. Twin beds, shower.

Cabins 301 & 302 Promenade Deck $14,995 Deluxe Cabins. Twin beds, shower.

Cabins 303 to 319 Promenade Deck $15,995 Junior Suites. Twin beds, bathtub with shower.

Cabins 401 & 402 Lido Deck $17,995 Owner’s Suites. Queen-size bed, bathtub, and separate shower.

A very limited number of cabins are available for single occupancy at a supplement ranging from 0 to 100 percent of the cruise rate.

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Ten nights cabin accommodations aboard Sea Cloud II, including all port charges

One lunch in Edinburgh. All meals on the cruise, wine with lunch and dinner. Complimentary open bar throughout the cruise, in addition to soft drinks

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Enrichment program of lectures and special events

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Escorted sightseeing by motorcoach and entrance fees for visits

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NOT INCLUDED IN RATES Airfare; passport fees; personal items and expenses; airport transfers for those not on group flights; baggage in excess of one suitcase; trip insurance; optional Edinburgh prelude; optional Dublin postlude; any other items not specifically mentioned as included.

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Edinburgh and the clocktower of the Balmoral Hotel

OP T IONA L E DI N BU RG H P R E LU DE July 20 to 2 3, 2016 Charlotte Brontë once wrote that Edinburgh is to London as poetry is to prose. Discover Scotland’s striking capital city on a walking tour of Princes Street and New Town, and explore the Old Town on a guided walk along the Royal Mile. At Edinburgh Castle, see the Crown Jewels of Scotland and visit sections of the castle not open to the general public. Tour the masterfully restored National Museum of Scotland, with exhibits on Scottish history, art, and science, and dine in the unique vaulted cellars of 16th-century Marlins Wynd, in the heart of the old city. Accommodations for three nights are at the splendid Balmoral Hotel. u OP T IONA L EDINBURGH PR ELU DE $2,195 per person. Single supplement $795. Includes three nights at the Balmoral Hotel (with rooms reserved for early arrival on July 21st); breakfast daily, two lunches, one dinner, and one reception; sightseeing as noted.

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OP T IONA L DU BL I N P O S T LU DE A ugu st 2 to 4, 2016 Experience the Irish capital of Dublin, known for its rich history, arts, and culture. Visit the Old Library at Trinity College to see the Book of Kells, the collection of illuminated manuscripts that is one of Ireland’s great treasures, and tour the Celtic gold collection at the National Museum. In the company of a curator, explore the Decorative Arts Museum, whose collection is nothing short of dazzling. At the Chester Beatty Library, see remarkable manuscripts, miniature paintings, prints, rare books, and drawings from around the world. Dine in a private room at spectacular Castletown House, the earliest and largest Palladian style house in Ireland. Accommodations for two nights are at the elegant and centrally located Merrion Hotel. u OP T IONA L DUBLIN POST LU DE $1,995 per person. Single supplement $495. Includes two nights at the Merrion Hotel; breakfast daily, one lunch, and one dinner; sightseeing as noted.

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AIRFARE Academic Arrangements Abroad (AAA) will be pleased to assist with air travel arrangements for this program, including specially negotiated group airfare when available, suggested flights, or individual requests for a processing fee of $40 per person. Complete details will be provided in your confirmation mailing.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE A deposit of $2,500 per person, payable to Academic Arrangements Abroad, of which $350 is non-refundable for administrative fees, is required with the reservation application. Final payment, by check or wire transfer, must be received 120 days prior to departure.

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