I am so grateful that the Club offers travel opportunities as part of its mission to educate and inform!Nanette Stringer, Commonwealth Club Traveler
Past Trips
Discover the fascinating mix of cultures left in the wake of ancient empires while traveling across the historic Mediterranean and Tyrrhenian seas to the resplendent islands of Malta, Sicily and Capri and Italy’s southern coast during the best time of year.
Experience Scandinavia’s vibrant cities, stunning fjords, jutting glaciers and crystalline lakes.
In the arctic region of Fairbanks learn about native cultures, and the state’s oil production during a visit to the Alaska Pipeline. Travel by scenic rail to Denali National Park and encounter Alaska’s most famed wildlife - grizzlies, wolves, caribou and moose. Hike, bike and enjoy the valleys and views of the Alaska Range.
Discover the turquoise rivers, native salmon and bald eagles of Kenai Peninsula. Cruise through Kenai Fjords National Park and spot whales, sea lions, and puffins. Enjoy remote eco-lodges, expert guides and guest speakers.
How did the huge basalt statuary come to be erected on remote (and basalt-free) Easter Island? Who was responsible for the intricate patterns, animal figures, and other grand-scale markings in the earth of lines in Nazca, Peru and for what audience and purpose were they created? Why was Machu Picchu constructed as it was, perched high atop a mountain top with such geometric precision?
Explore some of the world’s most mysterious sites with our expert study leader, and hear how theories from the fringes of science have emerged and taken hold over the years.
Traverse three distinctive countries located on a mountainous strip of land between the Caspian and Black Seas. Meet artists, singers, winemakers and specialists, and experience six UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
Sail seven nights aboard an exclusively chartered, deluxe Amadeus river ship when Holland’s breathtaking tulip fields are in bloom.
Explore old Havana's history and architecture. Visit with artists, and learn about contemporary art in Cuba. Attend a private flamenco performance by some of Cuba's best dancers, and learn about Cuban music during a demonstrative music lecture. Discuss U.S. foreign policy, the media, and economic changes during discussions with local experts.
Visit the site of the Bay of Pigs. Tour the colonial cities of Trinidad and Cienfuegos, and explore the surrounding countryside, which once was dotted with sugarmills.
Our 13-day journey begins in Tokyo. Experience the Shinto Meiji Shrine and historic Imperial Palace. Visit Mt. Fuji-Hakone-Izu National Park and see the magnificent Mt. Fuji. Spend the night in Suwa at a ryokan, a traditional Japanese inn.
