Joint Academy Travel 2010
Join one of our great alumni trips and see what you have been missing! Great itineraries and fabulous new destinations allow our travelers to explore wonderful places in comfort, safety and style, with the very best guides and staff. To receive one of our catalogs or get on the mailing list for brochures, please email Bobbi Collins or call 410-295-4023.
ACA Greece
Joint Academy Travel
3-13 May 2010
A land steeped in mythology and legend, Greece has captured the minds and hearts of artists and writers for centuries. Immerse yourself in the idyllic islands of Crete and Santorini. On Crete, discover how the Greek way of life is flavored by the island’s Venetian and Turkish past. Explore Rethymnon, including the nearby Palace of Knossos, where the myths describe as the home of King Minos and the Minotaur. Visit Heraklion, the island’s capital, and Chania, which has a lovely Old Town. Cruise to Santorini, actually a diminutive volcanic archipelago that many believe may be the site of the lost city of Atlantis! Visit the Akrotiri Museum, which is a showcase of the excavation of a Bronze Age village. Cruise to the caldera islet of Thirassia. Your own Greek odyssey concludes in Athens, where you will explore the National Archaeological Museum, the Acropolis and vibrant Plaka district. Alumni Holidays International. 9 days. Approximately $3,295 per person, plus airfare and V.A.T., based on double occupancy.
ACA Sicily
Joint Academy Travel
8-18 October 2010
As a cultural crossroads of the ancient world, Sicily abounds with enchanting natural beauty, fascinating folklore and incomparable cuisine. Begin your discovery of this fascinating region in Syracuse. Located in Ortygia, it was one of the most important cities in the ancient world. Immerse yourself in Sicily’s scenic splendor during a drive to the volcanic crater of Mt. Etna. Admire the baroque architecture of the town of Noto and marvel at the Villa Romana del Casale in Piazza Armerina. Visit the remains of the Greek colony at Agrigento, described as “the most beautiful city built by mortal men” by the Greek poet Pindar. In Palermo, Sicily’s largest city, see stunning architecture and the mosaics of the cathedral in Monreale. Then, discover the mountaintop town of Erice, the impressive Doric temple at Segesta and picturesque Cefalù. Alumni Holidays International. 9 days. Approximately $3,095 per person, plus airfare and V.A.T., based on double occupancy.
Please note all dates, schedules and pricing are tentative, please see printed brochure for final details.