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“I had faith in Israel before it was established, I have in it now. I believe it has a glorious future before it— not just another sovereign nation, but as an embodiment of the great ideals of our civilization.”

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Two-Night Optional Post-Trip Extension in Amman, Jordan (Available at an additional cost.) Please make ________________ reservation(s) for me (us) on the Optional Post-Trip Extension in Amman, Jordan, including a full-day excursion to Petra. I/we authorize you to make my/our reservations as follows: Land Program ❒ I/we will make my/our own air arrangements and transfers. ❒ Please call me/us to discuss my/our air options. ❒ I prefer single accommodations at an additional $495 (limited availability). ❒ I request assistance in securing a roommate but will accept a single, if one is available at this time, and pay the single supplement. Should a roommate be found, I understand the supplement will no longer apply. Land and Air Program ❒ I/we reserve the Land Program and request the Air Program to Tel Aviv, Israel, to depart from: ________________________________________________________________ Departure City

❒ Please send me information on upgrading my flights. Please note: Air prices will be sent to you with your Reservation Confirmation and air schedule sent at 90 days before departure. International flight arrangements can be canceled with no obligation up to 75 days before departure. Reservations are subject to availability and processed on a first come, first served basis. Reservations to be paid in full by Aug. 17, 2009 (75 days prior to departure). Reservations received after this date must be accompanied by payment in full. Final payment may be made by personal check, MasterCard or Visa. Make checks payable to AHI International. Enclosed is a deposit of ________ ($500 per person required) to reserve ________ place(s). ❒ Accept my check made payable to AHI International. ❒ Charge my deposit to: ❒ MasterCard ❒ Visa Card #___________________________________________________________ Expires________/________

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A IR P ROGRAM Oct. 31-Nov. 9, 2009 For your convenience, AHI offers a flexible Air Program featuring special air fares available at an additional cost in conjunction with the Land Program. AHI has designated specific Group Air Schedules for this departure utilizing round-trip scheduled jet service from North America to Tel Aviv. Those participating on these flights will enjoy motorcoach transfers from the Tel Aviv airport to the Carlton Hotel Tel Aviv and from the Hotel Dan Panorama, Jerusalem, to the Tel Aviv airport including baggage handling. The return routing includes complimentary overnight hotel accommodations near the transit airport in Frankfurt, Germany. (The return routing from Amman, Jordan, for participants on the Optional Two-Night Post-Trip Extension is a same-day connection in Frankfurt.) Prices are dependent upon dates, air routes and class of service chosen and will be reflected on your Reservation Confirmation, which will be sent to you upon receipt of your reservation. Air schedules will be sent with your Final Invoice approximately 90 days before departure. Prices quoted to you will include all domestic and foreign governmental airport departure taxes and fees and any applicable fuel surcharges. AHI ticketed passengers will also receive Automatic $250,000 Flight Insurance, subject to policy terms.

NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas; personal gratuities; laundry and dry cleaning; excursions, wines, liquors, mineral waters and meals not mentioned in this brochure under included features; travel insurance; all items of a strictly personal nature. MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to decline to accept or to retain any person as a member of this trip who, in the opinion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel or whose physical or mental condition may constitute a danger to themselves or to others on the trip, subject only to the requirement that the portion of the total amount paid which corresponds to the unused services and accommodations be refunded. Passengers requiring special assistance, including without limitation those who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, must be accompanied by someone who is fit and able to assist them, and who will be totally responsible for providing all required assistance. AIR TRANSPORTATION-The price of air transportation offered by AHI Travel is based on Advance Purchase Excursion fares. After tickets are issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket price may be levied. If connecting flights are requested, special promotional fares may be used, in which case penalties of as much as 100% may be assessed by the airlines if reservations are changed or cancelled after ticketing. After departure, if the reservations are changed, you will be charged the higher, all year Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINERARY MUST BE REQUESTED NO LATER THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to make their own airline reservations independently will be wholly responsible for any airline fees or penalties incurred as a result of program cancellation and/or change in travel dates, or airline schedule(s). SPECIAL RELAXED CANCELLATION POLICY-Final payment for all tours is due 75 days prior to departure date. All cancellations, for any reason whatsoever, will be subject to a $250 (AHI $150, UCLA $100) per-person administrative fee. The administration fee can be applied toward a future AHI trip within three years of the date of cancellation. In addition, cancellations made more than 45 days prior to departure will receive a full refund of monies paid minus the administrative fee; cancellations made within 44 days of departure will be subject to a $900 penalty; failure to cancel or nonappearance will result in forfeiture of the entire cost of the trip. Airfares are subject to applicable airline cancellation fees, are subject to change without notice, and are not included in the trip cancellation fee above. All cancellations or claims for refund must be submitted in writing to AHI. BAGGAGE-Baggage restrictions vary according to the airline policy and the class of service flown. Details will be provided with your pre-departure information. Baggage allowances are subject to change by the carrier without notice. Excess baggage charges for additional or oversized/overweight pieces are expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your wardrobe accordingly. Transport of baggage and personal effects is at the owner's risk throughout the travel program. RESPONSIBILITY- AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association act only as agents for the suppliers of travel conveyance, transport, accommodations or other service and have no responsibility for any delays, delayed departure or arrival, missed carrier connections, loss, death, damage or injury to person or property or accident, mechanical defect, failure or negligence of any nature howsoever caused in connection with any accommodations, transportation or other services or for any substitution of hotels or of common carrier equipment, with or without notice, or for any additional expenses occasioned thereby. 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Dear UCLA Alumni and Friends, It is our pleasure to invite you on an exploration of Israel. Join us on a fascinating discovery of time-honored traditions, architectural treasures and diverse natural beauty. This custom-designed itinerary combines an ideal balance of planned excursions and free time for pursuing personal interests. The exclusive educational content is developed from our commitment to lifelong learning. Insights from local experts will enhance your understanding of Israel’s storied history. As a special feature, we’ve scheduled National Public Radio’s correspondent in Jerusalem, Linda Gradstein, to lecture on her coverage of the Israeli-Palestinian peace process. You won’t want to miss it! Enjoy the value and convenience of traveling with a group of like-minded UCLA alumni and friends. During your included sightseeing tours, take advantage of preferred access to key attractions. You’ll have plenty of opportunities to interact with locals on a daily basis as you shop and dine. Plus, if a week in the region isn’t enough, you can opt to extend your trip with two nights in Amman, Jordan (including a full-day excursion to Petra), or customize your trip with add-ons arranged by AHI’s travel professionals. This amazing adventure in Israel is guaranteed to be a once-ina-lifetime experience. Because space is limited for your ultimate comfort, we expect reservations to fill up quickly. Be sure to make your reservations today!

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Christel Pailet Director, Alumni Travel For more information, please contact us at 310-206-0613 or 800-UCLAlumni (825-2586) UCLAlumni.net

ISRAEL T E L AV I V • G A L I L E E • J E R U S A L E M

~ Harry S. Truman, 33rd President of the United States, granting recognition to the new independent state of Israel, 26 May 1952

“In Israel, in order to be a realist, you must believe in miracles.” ~ David Ben-Gurion, First Prime Minister of Israel, 1948-1963, CBS interview, 5 October 1956

“Israel ... is the child of hope....” ~ John F. Kennedy, from a speech as United States Senator for Massachusetts, 26 August 1960

“We do not rejoice in victories. We rejoice when a new kind of cotton is grown and when strawberries bloom in Israel.” ~ Golda Meir, Fourth Prime Minister of Israel, 1969-1974

“Jerusalem is a festival and a lamentation. Its song is a sigh across the ages, a delicate, robust, mournful psalm at the great junction of spiritual cultures.” ~ David K. Shipler, 1987 Pulitzer Prize-winning American author, Arab and Jew: Wounded Spirits in a Promised Land, 1986

A word about your Tour Operator AHI Travel is the premier operator of deluxe travel programs sponsored by alumni associations. Their experienced, professional staff has offered the highest level of service in innovative travel programs since 1962. In AHI Travel’s care, you can rely on: • An exceptional travel value. It would be impossible for an independent traveler to arrange all these unique experiences, inclusions and services at a comparable price. •Unique access to local sites. Take advantage of their 47 years of travel experience to gain preferred entrance to popular sites and to uncover the region’s hidden treasures. • Flexibility and customization. Free time during the trip allows you to pursue your own interests. They will also help you tailor your dream trip with add-ons and extensions. •Safety and security. In a country where you might not know the language or culture, their professional staff is on hand to ease your way and get you any help you need. • Full endorsement by the USTOA. This professional association safeguards consumers’ deposits and payments with a $1 Million Travelers Assistance Program.

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EXCLUSIVE HIGHLIGHTS • Tour the cosmopolitan city of Tel Aviv on the Mediterranean coast. • Admire the lovely Bahá’í Gardens in Haifa on the slopes of Mount Carmel. • Trace the shores of the Sea of Galilee to ancient biblical sites. • Experience life on a kibbutz. • Visit the legendary landmarks of Jerusalem, Israel’s capital, including the Western Wall, the revered Temple Mount, the Church of the Holy Sepulchre and the poignant Yad Vashem memorial museum. • See the stark beauty of Masada and feel the calm ambience of the Dead Sea.

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n Friday, May 14, 1948, the present state of Israel was born. Yet, for centuries before, the historic land that stretches from the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea’s Gulf of Aqaba, up to the Dead Sea and beyond the Sea of Galilee has been a focal point for three of the world’s major religions. This tiny nation, approximately the size of New Jersey, is replete with historic and spiritual milestones—vestiges of the Roman Empire, pathways of Crusaders and more recent monuments to freedom. Come discover its diversity of landscapes, awe-inspiring antiquities and welcoming people. Israel awaits to bid you Shalom!

“The first thought or impression which I remember as occurring on my entrance into the Holy Land was one of pleasure that it was so like home!” — Harriet Martineau, English writer and philosopher, 1802-1876, EasterN LIFE Past aND Present, 1848

This program offers unique valueadded features that promise you an outstanding educational experience in a very special environment: • Settle into Israel for a stay of seven nights that allows you to immerse yourself in the local culture and lifestyles. • Three First-Class hotels provide comfortable accommodations and the perfect base from which to explore the region’s renowned landmarks and off-the-beaten-path treasures. • An extensive meal plan is seasoned with traditional specialties. • Meet the People during a panel discussion with area residents to gain personal insight into everyday life in their community. • Informative educational programs are presented by local experts and excursions led by knowledgeable guides. • An experienced Campus Director ensures attentive services for the duration of your stay. • All gratuities for excursion guides and drivers are included.

Accommodations • One night in Tel Aviv at the deluxe Carlton Hotel. • Two nights in the Lower Galilee region at the First-Class Kibbutz Lavi Hotel. • Four nights in Jerusalem at the First-Class Hotel Dan Panorama.

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D AY O N E Depart your gateway city for Tel Aviv, Israel, aboard scheduled jet service. (Provided for Air Program participants only.)

Far left: Bahá’í World Centre, Haifa

T E L AV I V D AY T W O T E L AV I V Upon arrival, transfer by motorcoach to the Carlton Hotel. (Transfer provided for Air Program participants only.) This evening, attend a Welcome Reception and Dinner at the hotel. LOWER GALILEE D AY T H R E E T EL AVIV, C AESAREA & A KKO Excursion: Bauhaus Beauty. Tel Aviv’s White City was built from the 1930s–50s. Admire its buildings—an outstanding representation of the Modern Movement. Afterwards, depart Tel Aviv for Lower Galilee. Excursion: The Mediterranean Coast. En route, stop in Caesarea, built from about 25-13 B.C., and explore the Roman amphitheater and aqueduct. Then, visit the port city of Akko. The nearly intact Crusader fort displays a fascinating portrait of medieval Israel. Local Flavor: Lunch at a restaurant in Akko. Upon arrival in Lower Galilee, check into the Kibbutz Lavi. Educational Focus: The Kibbutz—A Uniquely Israeli Experience. Discuss the origins and societal benefits of the rural kibbutz (the Hebrew word for “communal settlement”) system established in 1909.

D AY F O U R THE SEA OF GALILEE Excursion: Upper Galilee. Travel to the Mount of Beatitudes and the ancient fishing village of Tabgha. See the Golan Heights, near the former Syrian town of Quneitra. Local Flavor: After a restaurant lunch in historic Katzrin, tour an olive oil factory and taste regional wines.

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Admire the architectural beauty of Tel Aviv and Haifa. Walk along the storied shores of the Sea of Galilee. Explore the winding lanes of Jerusalem. Descend into the spectacular Jordan Valley and marvel at the Dead Sea, the lowest dry-land point on earth. See this enduring, evolving country on a comprehensive tour and discover the myriad and magnificent wonders of Israel.

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Excursion: Sailing Storied Waters. Embark on a scenic cruise on the Sea of Galilee. (Weather permitting.) Educational Focus: Meet the People. Participate in a discussion with local residents and learn about modern life in Israel.

JERUSALEM D AY F I V E H A I FA Special Event: Go Green. Join the world’s largest reforestation effort in Israel and participate in a tree-planting ceremony. Excursion: On the slopes of Mount Carmel. In Haifa, see a panoramic view from above the gold-domed Bahá’í World Centre and its elaborate terraced gardens. Local Flavor: Enjoy a Druze lunch near Haifa. Journey south to Jerusalem and check into the Hotel Dan Panorama. F E AT U R E D L E C T U R E R :

Linda Gradstein

Since 1990, Linda Gradstein has been the Israel correspondent for National Public Radio. She was part of a team that won the Afred I. duPont-Columbia University Award for excellence in broadcast journalism for reporting on the Gulf War. Linda has spoken to hundreds of ordinary Israelis and Palestinians, as well as officials. She has traveled all over the West Bank and the Gaza Strip. She has a unique perspective on a situation that many say is the last intractable conflict in the world today.

Lower left: Roman amphitheater, Caesarea Above right: Ruins at Masada

UNESCO The modern architecture in the White City of Tel Aviv (2003), the Old City of Akko (2001), and the Dead Sea fortress ruins of Masada (2001) are designated as UNESCO World Heritage List sites and are featured in this program. These sites are distinguished due to universal scenic, historic, artistic or scientific value.

Independent Exploration: The remainder of the evening is at your leisure.

Educational Focus: A Holocaust Survivor Remembers. Join a questionand-answer session with a Yad Vashem guide for a personal account of her/his experience. Excursion: The City of Peace. See Knesset, the Israeli parliament, en route to the bustling Machane Yehuda Market. Independent Exploration: Enjoy some time in the market on your own.

D AY E I G H T D AY S I X M ASADA & T HE D EAD S EA JERUSALEM Excursion: Judean Desert Drama. The Excursion: The City of David. Visit the fortress of Masada became a symbol of the Temple Mount, the Western Wall and the kingdom of Israel after its destruction in interpretive Davidson Center. See the Church A.D. 73. Roman army siege works are wellof the Holy Sepulchre and view the Garden preserved in the surrounding camps. of Gethsemane from the Mount of Olives. Travel down to Ein Bokek on the Dead Sea. Local Flavor: Savor a tasty falafel lunch Excursion: A Sea of Salt. Descend at a restaurant in the Arab Quarter. 1,378 ft. (420 m) below sea level to the Educational Focus: Is it Finally Time shoreline of the deepest hypersaline for a Peace Deal? NPR correspondent lake in the world. Linda Gradstein presents her professional Local Flavor: After lunch at the Hod assessment of Israeli-Palestinian relations. Hotel, you may opt to indulge yourself D AY S E V E N in a spa treatment, relax on the beach or JERUSALEM swim/float in the mineral-rich Dead Sea. Excursion: A Poignant In Jerusalem, gather with fellow travelers Monument. Visit Yad Vashem, for a Farewell Reception and Graduation the Holocaust memorial. Ceremony. Dinner follows at a restaurant.

FRANKFURT D AY N I N E F R A N K F U RT Independent Exploration: The morning in Jerusalem is at your leisure. This afternoon, depart for Tel Aviv and board a flight to Frankfurt, Germany. Upon arrival, check into a hotel located near Frankfurt Airport. (Overnight provided for Air Program participants only.) D AY T E N Continue on the trans-Atlantic flight from Frankfurt to your gateway city. (Provided for Air Program participants only.) NOTE: Itinerary schedule may change due to local conditions. Many excursions in this program involve an element of walking as some of the finest attractions are located in areas not easily accessible by motorcoach.

* TWO-NIGHT OPTIONAL EXTENSION IN AMMAN, JORDAN Take advantage of this convenient, specially priced opportunity to explore Petra. This optional extension includes luxury accommodations in Amman, Jordan; a full-day excursion to Petra with lunch en route; a tour of Madaba/Mt. Nebo and Jerash; motorcoach transfers from Jerusalem to Amman and between the hotel and Amman airport; and late check-out. K EMPINSKI Opened in 2005, the Kempinski Hotel is set in the heart of Amman. It offers a selection of fine dining venues, and a health club and spa. Luxuriously furnished guestrooms feature modern amenities and spectacular views of the city. $695 per person double occupancy $890 per person single occupancy

• Enjoy an extensive meal program, including eight breakfasts, five lunches and five dinners, in addition to in-flight dining service. Tea or coffee is included with all meals, plus wine with dinner. Take advantage of leisure time to try the local cuisine independently. • Sample authentic regional specialties at featured local restaurants. • Attend a special Welcome Reception. • Gather for a Farewell Reception and Graduation Ceremony followed by a Farewell Dinner at a restaurant.

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With its prime city-center location—just steps from the beach—Tel Aviv’s Five-Star Carlton Hotel faces the Mediterranean Sea and the marina. Recently renovated, it offers a fine restaurant, roof-top sun deck and swimming pool, sauna and fitness center. The airconditioned guestrooms appointed in contemporary décor include a balcony, cable/satellite TV, directdial telephone, nightly turn-down, safe, hair dryer, refrigerator and coffee/tea service. ¶

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Your Exciting Travel Program (For full details please refer to the Day-by-Day Itinerary.) •Informative educational programs, presented by local experts, will enhance your insight into the region. •All excursions: – See the highlights of Tel Aviv. – Step back in time among the ancient ruins of Caesarea and Akko. – Travel throughout Upper Galilee and the Golan Heights. Cruise on the Sea of Galilee, weather permitting. – Admire the cityscape of Haifa. – Explore Jerusalem’s Old City. – Experience the monuments of Modern Jerusalem, including a visit to Yad Vashem. – Discover the fortress of Masada. – Marvel at the Dead Sea.

Many Included Extras •Consultation services of a dedicated Passenger Service Representative prior to departure. •Services of a professional Campus Director and expert English-speaking local guides throughout your stay. •Tipping of all excursion guides and drivers. •Detailed travel and destination information to assist you in your planning. •Deluxe travel kit.

K I B B U T Z L AV I HOTEL LOWER GALILEE

Nestled amid tranquil hills just west of Tiberias, the First-Class Kibbutz Lavi Hotel is not far from the Sea of Galilee and the Golan Heights. It features a restaurant and an illuminated and heated swimming pool. Each tastefully rendered, climate-controlled guestroom with private bath is equipped with satellite TV, radio and telephone. ·

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Ideally situated in Jerusalem’s New City, the First-Class Hotel Dan Panorama is just a brief stroll away from the Old City walls. Amenities include a restaurant, fitness center, spa/salon and roof-top swimming pool. Spacious, newly refurbished and air-conditioned guestrooms with marble baths provide cable TV, clock radio, safe and minibar. ¸ The hidden rock-cut façade of the Treasury in Petra, Jordan, a UNESCO World Heritage List site and one of the New Seven Wonders of the World.