Experience the cultural rebirth of the Baltic States and the magnificent imperial riches of St. Petersburg on this ten-night program, cruising for eight nights under the spectacular “White Nights of Summer” aboard the deluxe M.S. Le Boréal, launched in 2010. By special...
Upcoming Trips
Denmark, Latvia, Estonia, Russia, Finland, Sweden
Mon, May 28, 2012 - Fri, June 08, 2012
with Shakespeare expert Dr. Philippa Kelly
Tue, June 12, 2012 - Sat, June 16, 2012
Founded in 1935, the Tony Award-winning Oregon Shakespeare Festival (OSF) in Ashland, OR is among the oldest and largest professional nonprofit theaters in the nation. Attend four plays and enjoy lively post-theater discussions with fellow Club members, led by our study leader, Dr. Philippa...
Hungary, Slovakia, Austria, Germany, Czech Republic, & Poland
Thu, June 14, 2012 - Wed, June 27, 2012
This exclusive 14-day journey through the heart of Central Europe features a seven-night cruise on the legendary Blue Danube aboard one of the deluxe vessels of the prestigious Amadeus Fleet, followed by three nights in Prague and two nights in Kraków, Poland, in deluxe hotel...
Aboard the All-Suite, 114-Guest Corinthian II
Wed, July 18, 2012 - Sat, July 28, 2012
The magnificent Black Sea region is the home of many pivotal events in world history, from the fall of Constantinople to the fall of the Soviet Union. After sailing from Athens, call in Constanta, Romania’s main port, and explore the ruins of Tomis Danubius. Discover Ukraine’s Odessa...
Ancient Dynasties to Modern Superpower
Tue, September 04, 2012 - Mon, September 17, 2012
Begin in 2000-year-old Beijing, China’s modern-day capital, and discover its legendary sites: Tiananmen Square, the Forbidden City, the Summer Palace, the Temple of Heaven, and the Great Wall. Learn about communal life along Beijing’s ancient alleyways or hutongs. Marvel at...
Aboard the Princess Victoria
Wed, September 26, 2012 - Tue, October 09, 2012
Begin in beautiful St. Petersburg with a cultural performance at the Alexandrinsky Theater and a visit to Catherine’s Palace to see the famous Amber Room. Enjoy an early entrance to the State Hermitage Museum, before our 6-night cruise on the Volga, Svir and Neva Rivers. Journey to the...
Uzbekistan & Turkmenistan
Sat, October 06, 2012 - Sat, October 20, 2012
Much has been written about Central Asia's strategic location and its vast untapped reserves of oil and gas. See for yourself the fabled capitals of Silk Road commerce and survey their modern incarnations, arguably even more significant now than when they were at the center of the great...
Kingdoms of the East
Sun, October 14, 2012 - Sat, October 27, 2012
Join study leader Dr. Donald Stadtner as we being our journey in Yangon. Visit temples, pagodas, and sacred Buddhist shrines. Admire the decaying colonial facades of the city, and enjoy a reception at the U.S. ambassador’s residence. Continue to Mandalay, the economic hub...
A People to People Exchange
Fri, October 19, 2012 - Sun, October 28, 2012
Journey to Cuba and discover this fascinating island nation in Commonwealth Club fashion. Through a series of meetings and guest speakers we learn about art, dance, medicine, history, education, religion and the economy. This is an extensive and intense...
Around the World by Private Jet
Wed, October 31, 2012 - Tue, November 20, 2012
Circle the globe on a 21-day journey, exploring the lands of the sky worshippers and witness a rare total solar eclipse in Australia. Explore legendary remnants of early civilizations in Tikal, Machu Picchu, Easter Island, and Petra. Encounter the thriving traditional cultures and natural...
Aboard the M.S. L'Astral
Thu, January 17, 2013 - Wed, January 30, 2013
Join us for this spectacular 14-day journey featuring a nine-night cruise to Antarctica, Earth’s last frontier. Cruise aboard the exclusively chartered, intimate M.S. L’Austral, the finest vessel in Antarctic waters, combining innovative design with personalized service and...
