MSU Alumni Magazine, Fall 2004 issue - MSU Alumni Association ...

lands, this region displays a picturesque
archipelago, often painted
and considered by artists to be one of
the most splendid landscapes in the
world. Visit Lake Orta and cruise on
enchanting Lake Como, Europe’s
deepest lake. See beautiful Bellagio
with its tropical ambience and the impressive
17th-century villas of
Tremezzo. Delight in a full-day excursion
to cosmopolitan Milan.
Cruise the British Isles
June 30 – July 11
Alumni Holidays
International
From: $3,195, plus air & V.A.T. taxes
Cruise the British Isles aboard the luxurious
Minerva II, and gain a new appreciation
for the beauty and majesty
of these enchanted lands. This
journey begins in stately Edinburgh
with its imposing
castle, before heading on to
one of Scotland’s most cultured
and dynamic cities,
Glasgow. Sail into Belfast,
the capital of Northern
Ireland, and experience its
legacy of industry and political
struggles and then
head south to charming
Dublin, which welcomes
all with open
arms. Continue to sail
around the tip of
Cornwall to the historic port town of
Falmouth and one of England’s most
colorful maritime towns, Dartmouth.
Visit the wind-swept Isle of
Portland whose white limestone
quarries have provided materials to St.
Paul’s Cathedral and the UN headquarters
in New York. Continue on to
the bustling port of Dover, famous for
its dramatic white chalk cliffs before
transferring to London.
Poland - Krakow
An Alumni College program
July 27 – August 4
Alumni Holidays International
From: $1,845, plus air & V.A.T. taxes
With its soaring towers, fortified castles,
and splendid old houses, Krakow
is the spiritual capital of Poland.
Krakow’s abundance of well-preserved
historic buildings, miraculously
spared the destruction of both
World War I and II, has earned it the
status of a UNESCO World Heritage
Site. Journey to Czestochowa and
view the famous Black Madonna, the
most treasured religious icon in all of
Poland. Gaze at the magnificent Tatra
Mountains from picturesque Zakopane,
future site of the 2006 Winter
Olympics. Make a sobering pilgrimage
to infamous Auschwitz or
explore the breathtaking Dunajec
Valley on a rafting trip, and delve into
Malopolska, the country’s most picturesque
and varied region and walk
the noble streets.
Village Life in the Alps
August 5-13
Gohagan & Company
From: $1,995, plus air
Enjoy the unrivaled charm and stunning
natural beauty of the Austrian,
German, and Italian Alps on this new
and exclusive program. While staying
amidst a magnificent alpine setting at
a four-star, family-owned traditional
Tyrolean hotel in the quaint town of
Igls, experience the region’s fascinating
history and rich culture with visits
to such landmarks as Mozart’s birthplace
at Salzburg and Ludwig II’s
fairy-tale Neuschwanstein Castle in
Füssen, Germany. Also, see the mysterious
5,300-year-old “Iceman” ice
mummy, visit a working farm and
gain understanding and enjoyment of
the region by attending special cultural
presentations and a village forum
discussion with local residents.
The Danube & the Habsburg Empire
August 20-29
Gohagan & Company
From: $2,395, plus air
From the spires of Prague and the castles
of Krakow to the palaces and cathedrals
of Vienna, explore the legendary
landmarks of the Habsburg Empire
and Central Europe on this exclusive
new luxury travel program. While visiting
the magnificent cities of Prague,
Vienna, Budapest, and Krakow, as well
as the historic castles and natural beauty
of the Wachau Valley, enjoy accommodations
at Europe’s finest hotels
and aboard the deluxe M.S. Amadeus
Classic. In addition, travel between
Krakow and Budapest will be made
aboard the elegant Majestic Imperator,
a faithfully restored reproduction of
Emperor Franz Joseph II’s personal
railroad car. Throughout the program,
expert guides will lead the excursions
and tours of central Europe’s most famous
palaces, castles, cathedrals and
museums.
Odyssey to Oxford
August 27-September 10, 2005
MSUAA Lifelong Education
From: $3,245 plus air
Located in the heart of England, Oxford’s
historic setting will charm you
during your two weeks of lifelong
learning. This outstanding lifelong education
opportunity takes you on a
rare adventure to Oxford—“city of
dreaming spires” and to the University
of Oxford, famous as a great center of
learning since the 12th century. Once
England’s capital, Oxford is located in
the heart of England just 50 miles
northwest of London. Explore topics
such as British archaeology, art, history,
theatre, or literature with Oxford
tutors. Field trips include theatre in
Stratford-upon-Avon, visits to historic
sites, and other optional excursions.
Call 517-355-4562 for a brochure.
The Canadian Rockies
August 12-20
Intrav
From: $2,995, plus air
This exciting nine-day adventure of
the Canadian Rockies is an excellent
occasion for learning and discovery.
See Chinatown, the brick-paved
roads of Gastown, Robson Street,
and Stanley Park. Travel through
towering peaks and fertile fields
aboard the Rocky Mountaineer train
en route to Kamloops, for a pleasant
overnight stay. Continue by train to
Alberta’s Jasper, the largest national
park in the Rockies. Delight in one
of the most spectacular drives of
North America, following the Icefields
Parkway to lovely Lake Louise,
Bannff National Park’s premier attraction.
A visit to Yoho National
Park highlights such sites as historic
railroads, spiral mountainside tunnels,
and steep rock faces where goats
roam. Explore Banff, the unquestioned
capital of the Canadian Rockies,
during a sightseeing excursion en
route to Calgary.
Charlemagne’s Dream –
Main-Danube Canal and Danube
River Cruise
An Alumni College program
September 2-10
Alumni Holidays International
From: $2,245, plus air & V.A.T. taxes
Once upon a time, Charlemagne
dreamed of connecting the waterways
of Europe into one vast thoroughfare
from the North Sea to the Black Sea.
The Main-Danube Canal, one of the
most impressive engineering feats of
all time, was the realization of this
dream and, since September 25,
1992, has linked an enchanting world
of fairytale castles and cities steeped in
tradition. On this exciting journey
through the heartland of the Bavarian
Alps and the breathtaking Wachau
Valley, marvel at spectacular natural
beauty, well-preserved medieval
charm and architectural splendor.
Traverse the Main-Danube Canal
and the Danube River aboard the elegant
M/S Swiss Pearl. Explore historic
Nuremberg, regal Regensburg, picturesque
Passau, the Wachauer towns
of Linz, amazing Melk and Dürnstein
and of course classic Vienna.
Great Lakes Cruise
September 2-12
Gohagan & Company
From: $2,795, plus air
From world-class cities like Toronto
and Chicago to the quaint streets of
Mackinac Island and stunning beauty
of the Michigan and Minnesota
shores, experience the rich history and
natural treasures of North America’s
Great Lakes on this exciting new 10-
night cruise program. While sailing to
such fascinating historic sites as Sault
Sainte Marie, Ontario and taking in
the beautiful coastal scenery of settings
like Gooseberry Falls State Park,
enjoy deluxe accommodations, expertly
prepared American cuisine,
and the highest levels of personal service
aboard the M.S. Columbus. A
special, optional pre-cruise program
in Toronto that includes a city tour
and two nights at the landmark Fairmont
Hotel is available.
Civilizations of the
Western Mediterranean
September 18-30
Gohagan & Company
From: $3,995, plus air
For eleven days, experience the rich
history, colorful traditions and oldworld
charms of the Western
Mediterranean on this exciting new
cruise itinerary aboard the deluxe
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