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City_____________________________________________________________ State_________________________________________ ZIP _______________ Home: (_________________)________________________________________ Cell phone : (_________________)_____________________________________ E-mail:__________________________________________________________ Sharing with_______________________________________. (Send separate form.) 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 $300 (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/from Glasgow, Scotland, to depart from: ________________________________________________________________ Departure City

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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 scheduled, round-trip jet service from North America to Glasgow, Scotland. Those participating on these flights will enjoy motorcoach transfers between the arrival/departure airports abroad and the hotels, including baggage handling at the hotels. 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.

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Dear UCLA Alumni and Friends, Welcome to Scotland! This spectacular adventure to Oban and Stirling introduces you to the fabled mountains, lochs and islands of the Highlands that have been celebrated in literature and lyrics for more than a thousand years, as well as the treasures of central Scotland. You’ll spend four nights in Oban, your gateway to the Highlands, and three nights in Stirling, your base for exploring this historic city, Edinburgh and St. Andrews. Joining us will be UCLA professor Joseph Nagy, one of the world’s leading authorities on ancient Celtic myth and heroic tale. Joseph has taught courses on Scottish, Irish and Welsh literature and tradition at UCLA since 1978. Specializing in comparative folklore and mythology, Professor Nagy is the author of books and articles on various topics in Celtic and Indo-European civilizations. Our carefully planned itinerary combines the no-worry convenience and unbeatable value of travel with a group of like-minded people with whom you’ll share a lively camaraderie. Excursions and exclusive educational content are balanced with flexibility to satisfy any whim for independent exploration. You’ll receive preferred access to popular attractions, the insight of expert guides and specially arranged cultural experiences that are not available to those traveling on their own. Make your reservations today! Regards from Westwood,

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

“… Caledonia, beloved are thy mountains.” ~Lord Byron, English Romantic poet, 1788-1824, Lachin Y Gair, 1807

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“The view of Edinburgh from the road … is quite enchanting: it is, as Albert said, fairylike.” ~Queen Victoria, 1819-1901

“Of all the small nations of this earth, perhaps only the ancient Greeks surpass the Scots in their contribution to mankind.” ~ Sir Winston Churchill, English statesman, 1874-1965

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“Stirling, like a huge brooch, clasps Highlands and Lowlands together.” ~Alexander Smith, Scottish poet and essayist, 1830-1867

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JULY 11-19, 2010 Featuring Professor Joseph Nagy UCLA Department of English

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS •Experience Scotland’s historic Highlands, picturesque islands and the cosmopolitan city of Edinburgh. •Enjoy first-class accommodations in Oban and Stirling. •Admire two of Scotland’s most famous highland lakes: serene Loch Lomond and mysterious Loch Ness. •Explore three of Scotland’s most intriguing castles: Stirling Castle, Duart Castle and Edinburgh Castle. •Visit St. Andrews, internationally renowned as the Home of Golf. •Enjoy performances that showcase Scottish music and dancing.

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rom deep glacial lakes shrouded in mist to rugged, heathercovered hills, unforgettable Scotland has always been home to epic adventure. Through the ages, an intricate blend of cultures have intermingled like the weave of a tartan to fashion cobblestoned villages and fairy tale castles. Discover the best of Scotland by walking in the wake of freedom fighter William Wallace, tracing the pathways of Prince Charles Edward Stuart and leaving your own footprints along the “bonnie banks of Loch Lomond.”

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OUT BY THE PURPLE ISLANDS, BRAVE ARE THE HEARTS THAT BEAT BENEATH

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This program offers unique valueadded features that promise you an outstanding educational experience in a very special environment: • Settle into Scotland for a stay of seven nights and the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture and lifestyles of two locales. • Two 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 excursions and events that allow you to mingle with area residents and gain insight into everyday life in their community. • Informative educational lectures are presented by local experts and excursions led by knowledgeable guides. • An experienced Campus Director ensures attentive services for the duration of your stay. Above left: Bagpiper Left: Robert the Bruce monument

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Scotland’s natural beauty includes vistas of green valleys juxtaposed with stark, jagged peaks. Windswept braes and blue lochs complete the picture. By contrast, Edinburgh is lively and cosmopolitan. The legendary sights and sounds of Caledonia are compelling, and they will stir your soul like the sound of a distant bagpipe.

Accommodations

•Four nights in Oban at the First-Class Oban Caledonian Hotel. •Three nights in Stirling at the First-Class Stirling Highland Hotel. Meals

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

Clockwise from lower left: Edinburgh Castle, Oban, Stirling Castle, Loch Lomond and traditional Highland dancers

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the 18th-century Scottish Enlightenment. The city is famous for its architecture: medieval structures in the Old Town and Georgian buildings in the New Town. See the Royal Mile, Old Town, High Street and visit Edinburgh Castle. Independent Exploration: Lunch is at leisure. Enjoy free time to pursue your own interests before returning to Stirling.

OBAN Arrive in Glasgow. Transfer by motorcoach to the beautiful city of Oban and the charming Oban Caledonian Hotel. (Transfer is provided for Air Program participants only.)

Local Flavor: Relax with afternoon tea upon your arrival. Take an orientation walk of Oban. Tonight, gather with fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception with a Haggis Ceremony and performances by a bagpiper and dancers, followed by a Welcome Dinner.

D AY T H R E E MULL Excursion: Isle of Mull. Travel by ferry to Mull, where your first glimpse of 13thcentury Duart Castle, perched on a cliff overlooking the sea, will be from the water. Step inside the fortress for a look at the ancestral home of the Clan MacLean. Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch on the island. Educational Focus: History of Mull. In Tobermory, learn about the history of the Isle of Mull, where the earliest settlements were established 5,000-8,000 years ago. Independent Exploration: Explore colorful Tobermory, the island’s main village. Entrance to the Mull Museum is included. Listen to a performance by a Scottish choral group during dinner.

D AY F O U R L OCH N ESS Excursion: Loch Ness Cruise. Drive to Fort Augustus and Loch Ness to explore this

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mysterious lake by boat. Admire the beautiful countryside that surrounds the loch. Return to Oban via Fort William and Glencoe. This route through the mountains includes some of most breathtakingly beautiful views in Scotland. Local Flavor: Lunch is served at a restaurant during the excursion.

D AY F I V E OBAN / S LATE ISLANDS Educational Focus: The Art of Being Scottish—Kilts, Tartans and Pipes. Learn about the Highland traditions of wearing a kilt and playing a bagpipe. Independent Exploration: Spend the rest of the morning exploring Oban at your leisure. Visit the shops or tour Oban Distillery, one of Scotland’s oldest licensed distilleries. Lunch also is at your leisure.

and through the Trossachs National Park, both noted for spectacular scenery since Queen Victoria UNESCO declared them “lovely” in 1869. In Luss, The Old and New Towns of Edinburgh stop to admire the view of the loch or (1995), featured in this program, are take a walk through this pretty village, UNESCO World Heritage List sites and are where most cottages date from the distinguished due to universal scenic, historic, 18th and 19th centuries. artistic or scientific merit. Educational Focus: Contemporary Scotland. Discuss Scotland’s current Excursion: The Slate Islands. Cross the politics, government and the independence 200-year-old humpbacked Clachan Bridge, movement. also known as the Bridge Over the Atlantic, Excursion: Highlights of Stirling. On a from the mainland to the Isle of Seil. Take panoramic tour of Stirling, see the a short ferry ride to Easdale Island and visit battlefield at Bannockburn, where Robert the Folk Museum that replicates the daily the Bruce led outnumbered Scottish fighters life of a 19th-century slate quarrier. Enjoy to victory over the English army in 1314. Visit a guided walk on the island. Stirling Castle, which sits atop a crag of Educational Focus: Meet the People. volcanic rock. Participate in a friendly discussion with local D AY S E V E N residents to learn about life in Scotland. EDINBURGH STIRLING Excursion: Edinburgh. En route to D AY S I X Edinburgh, stop to take a photo of the LOCH LOMOND / S TIRLING Wallace Monument, which honors national Depart Oban today and travel by motorcoach hero William Wallace. One of Europe’s most to Stirling. Travel south along Loch Lomond distinguished capitals, Edinburgh fostered

D AY E I G H T ST. A NDREWS Excursion: St. Andrews. Enjoy a scenic drive via Falkland to St. Andrews, the birthplace of golf. The city is home to the highly regarded University of St. Andrews, Scotland’s oldest university and the thirdoldest university in Britain. There also are ruins of a spectacular castle built in the 1100s. Take a panoramic tour of St. Andrews upon arrival. Independent Exploration: Lunch is at leisure. There also is time to visit St. Andrews Cathedral, the Old Course or the castle. This evening, gather with fellow travelers for a Graduation Ceremony, followed by a Farewell Reception and Dinner.

D AY N I N E Transfer to the Glasgow airport for the return flight to your gateway city. (Provided for Air Program participants only.) NOTE: Itinerary and flight schedules may change due to local conditions. Many excursions involve an element of walking as some of the finest attractions are located in areas not closely accessible by motorcoach.

•Enjoy an extensive meal program, including seven breakfasts, three lunches and five dinners, in addition to in-flight dining service. Tea or coffee is included with all meals. Take advantage of leisure time to try local cuisine independently. •Sample authentic regional specialties at featured local restaurants. •Gather at a Welcome Reception and Dinner at the hotel. •Attend a Farewell Reception, followed by your Graduation Ceremony and Farewell Dinner. Your Exciting Travel Program

(For full details, please refer to the Day-by-Day Itinerary.) •Informative educational programs presented by local experts to enhance your insight into the region. •All excursions: – Explore the Isle of Mull, including Duart Castle and Tobermory. – Admire the beautiful shores of Loch Ness. – Stop in Fort William and Glencoe. – Tour Seil and Easdale, two of the Slate Islands. – Travel along the legendary Loch Lomond and through the Trossachs National Park. – See the highlights of Stirling. – Discover elegant Edinburgh. – Explore historic St. Andrews. 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 guides and drivers. •Detailed travel and destination information to assist you in your planning. •Complimentary travel wallet.

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OBAN CALEDONIAN HOTEL The centrally located, Oban Caledonian Hotel was built around 1882 when the railroad reached Oban. During World War II, the Royal Navy used the hotel as its base in Oban. It sits on the waterfront and boasts views of the islands off Scotland’s West coast and is the perfect place to launch your Scottish adventures. Enjoy the famous Highland hospitality in this family-owned hotel. The luxurious guestrooms have been recently renovated and are well-appointed and comfortable.

My Heart ’s in the Highlands My heart’s in the Highlands, my heart is not here, My heart’s in the Highlands a-chasing the deer, A-chasing the wild deer and following the roe, My heart’s in the Highlands, wherever I go. Farewell to the Highlands, farewell to the North; The birthplace of valour, the country of worth! Wherever I wander, wherever I rove, The hills of the Highlands for ever I love.

~Robert Burns, 1789

STIRLING HIGHLAND HOTEL The Highland Hotel is in the heart of Stirling, only 500 yards from the city’s famous medieval castle. After being meticulously refurbished, it still exudes a quintessentially Scottish atmosphere. The hotel has carefully preserved many of its authentic historic elements while providing every modern comfort. Each guestroom offers a wide selection of amenities. Best of all, enjoy excellent service and friendly Highland hospitality during your stay.