Copper Canyon & the Sea of Cortez
January 6-14, 2010
 Alumni Association Past-President Bill Hilton ’65, and his wife Kristi Iverson, will be on this tour.
Join other alumni on an extraordinary nine-day journey that combines the rich marine life of the Sea of Cortez with the spectacular scenery and dramatic cliffs of the Copper Canyon. First sail through Baja California’s Sea of Cortez. With quiet coves, pristine beaches and sculpted formations of windswept rock, the Sea of Cortez offers a wealth of uninhabited islands. The waters are frequented by several species of whales, playful dolphins and curious sea lions. Next experience the Copper Canyon. Virtually inaccessible until the latter half of the 20th century, it can now be enjoyed from the comfort of one of the world’s most thrilling train rides. Travel aboard the historic Chihuahua al Pacifico Railroad—from the colonial town of El Fuerte high into the Sierra Madre Mountains. Encounter the reclusive Tarahumara Indians who have maintained their traditional culture and crafts. Your days in the canyon are spent at a lodge located on the canyon’s rim.
Call the Alumni Office at 440-775-8692 for a brochure.
The Great Journey Through Europe
June 23-July 3, 2010
Escorted by David Cleeton, Emeritus Professor of Economics
Join us on a journey through the heart of the Alps and along the storied Rhine River via a unique combination of rail and river travel. Spend four days exploring Europe’s most majestic scenery from the idyllic Swiss resorts of Zermatt and Lucerne. On three rail journeys, view the pinnacle of the Matterhorn from the Gornergrat Bahn, cross the mountainous backbone of Switzerland aboard the celebrated Glacier Express, and ride a cog railway up Mount Pilatus for panoramic vistas of Lake Lucerne. Travel overland from Lucerne through the verdant countryside and lake district of Switzerland to Basel and cruise to Frankfurt, Germany. View the treasures of a river that has functioned as the cultural crossroads of half a continent, the meeting point of the Latin and Germanic worlds. Walk where Roman legionaries once marched; stroll the narrow streets of medieval university towns; stand before the twin spires of Cologne Cathedral; and relax in a streetside café over a refreshing glass of Riesling, the Rhine’s famous white wine.
Call the Alumni Office at 440-775-8692 for a brochure.
Iceland: The Land of Fire and Ice
July 28-August 5, 2010
Escorted by Dennis Hubbard, Professor of Geology, and Karla Parsons-Hubbard, Associate Professor of Geology
Join this journey of dramatic exploration to the island nation of Iceland, a country endowed with massive glaciers, bubbling geysers and cascading waterfalls. Watch for whales and the abundant bird life as you cruise by pristine arctic landscapes of rocky coastlines and towering fjords. Immerse yourself in ancient Viking heritage and observe traditional Icelandic life in the old Norse fishing ports. We will visit the charming fishing town of Isafjördur, a bastion of traditional Icelandic culture. See the pristine island of Grimsey, located directly on the Arctic Circle and known for its lush vegetation, spectacular cliff-lined shores and diverse bird life. Enjoy an evening circumnavigation of Surtsey Island, Iceland’s most active volcanic island and an excursion to Reykjavik to experience the stunning mountain beauty of Thingvellir National Park, to view the 96-foot-high Gullfoss Waterfalls and to enjoy lunch amid a picturesque setting of geysers and hot springs in Geysir. Brochure available.
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