Travel Abroad with Alumni Programs

Spain ~ Barcelona & San Sebastián
May 5-16, 2008

Approximately $2,695 per person, plus airfare and V.A.T., based on double occupancy.

SpainDiscover the fashionable and modern city of Barcelona, heart of Spain's culturally distinct Catalonia region, rich in artistic heritage. Walk Las Ramblas before touring the prominent Modernist architectural sites of Antoni Gaudí, including the ornate La Sagrada Familia basilica. In Spain's enchanting Penedès wine country, see the town of Montserrat, and enjoy Cava, the Catalan sparkling wine, on a visit to a local vineyard. Then, travel to the Basque Country, with its unique language and culture, as you drive along the scenic route from Montserrat to seaside San Sebastián on the Bay of Biscay. Experience the sights of Pamplona, famous for the running of the bulls. Tour the city of Bilbao, and explore its renowned Guggenheim Museum, designed by postmodern architect Frank Gehry.

Italy's Magnificent Lake District
July 22-30, 2008

Approximately $2,295 per person, plus airfare and V.A.T., based on double occupancy.

ItalySituated directly on Lake Maggiore, Baveno embodies all the alpine allure of Italy's charming Lake District in Piedmont and Lombardy. Explore the romantic lakeside towns of Intra and Pallanza before cruising Lake Maggiore to the colorful Borromean Islands of Isola Bella, Isola Madre and Isola dei Pescatori. Discover cultural Milan as you visit La Scala, Italy 's premier opera house; the 14th-century Duomo; and Santa Maria delle Grazie, home to Leonardo da Vinci's Last Supper fresco. Visit Tremezzo and the beautiful gardens of the Villa Carlotta. From Bellagio, on the shores of stunning Lake Como, enjoy a private boat ride to the town of Como, and stroll its ancient Roman lanes. Finally, sail to the island of San Giulio on Lake Orta, with its fourth-century basilica.

China and the Yangtze River Discovery
September 3-15, 2008

Approximately $2,395 per person, plus airfare and V.A.T., based on double occupancy.

ChinaIn Beijing, visit the ornate Forbidden City palace complex, the Temple of Heaven and the royal Summer Palace. Explore the narrow streets of the Hutongs and massive Tiananmen Square. Admire beautiful countryside from the Great Wall. Discover Xi'an, home to the Small Wild Goose Pagoda and famous Terra Cotta Warriors that guard Emperor Qin Shi Huangdi's tomb. Board the M.V. Yangtze President in Chongqing, and cruise the Yangtze River to Fengdu. Sail through the magnificent Three Gorges region before disembarking in Yichang to explore Sanyou Cave. Finally, arrive in Shanghai, and experience the Bund, the prestigious Shanghai Museum and the serene Yu Garden. An optional excursion to the lovely town of Suzhou is also available. Take advantage of the exceptional value of this unique travel opportunity!

Provence Escapade
November 10-17, 2008

Approximately $1,995 per person, plus airfare and V.A.T., based on double occupancy.

ProvenceWalk in the footsteps of Roman statesmen and celebrated artists on this getaway to the eternally enchanting region of Provence. Discover the seaside landscapes of southern France that inspired Impressionist painters Cézanne and van Gogh. Marvel at the well-preserved Roman ruins, breathtaking Mediterranean coastal scenery and charming hilltop villages that adorn this area. Your home base of Aix-en-Provence, a lovely town rendered in 17th-and 18th-century architecture, quaint cafés and fashionable shops, is conveniently near many of the region's storied highlights. Optional excursions feature a journey to the picturesque fishing port of Cassis; a private tour of Château d'Ansouis in Les Luberon; a trip to Arles, renowned for its ancient amphitheater; and a visit to Avignon and the famous Pont du Gard. Enjoy beautiful Provence at your own pace in a relaxing season when it's uncrowded and all yours to explore.

Call AHI International at 800/323-7373 or visit ww.ahitravel.com/westil.

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