Traveling University - Spain - March 2012

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Highlights Tour highlights: 4 GUEST LECTURES BY OUR SCHOLAR IN RESIDENCE: WORLD RENOWNED HISTORIAN PROFESSOR STEPHEN BERK March 15-18 The Columbus Statue, Guell Park, Las Ramblas, and the Jewish Quarter and Holocaust Memorial in Barcelona Gerona's Old Jewish Quarter and Museum Granada's Alhambra Palace and Generalife Gardens The Cathedral Palace, the Barrio Santa Cruz and Royal Alcazar Palace in Seville The Royal Palace, Retiro Park, Palaza Mayer, and The Museo del Prado and Thyseen Art Gallery in Madrid Toledo's Grand Cathedral and Santa Maria La Blanca Optional pre-tour to Lisbon available This tour includes: Roundtrip airfare 3 nights Le Meridien Hotel Barcelona, Barcelona 1 night AC Palacio Santa Paula Hotel Granada, Granada 2 nights Gran Melia Colon Hotel Seville, Seville 4 nights Melia Madrid Princesa, Madrid Breakfast daily Welcome dinner Shabbat dinner in Barcelona Dinner and a Flamenco Show Shabbat dinner in Madrid Farewell dinner in Madrid Airport transfers upon arrival and departure All touring with a local licensed Enlish-speaking guide in an air-conditioned motorcoach Group transfers and airport assistance upon arrival and departure Entrance fees per itinerary Porterage Tour does not include: Departure taxes and fuel surcharges Any border taxes or visas Tips ($15.00 per person, per day collected in advance) Travel insurance (Highly recommended) Any items of a personal nature Itinerary Day 1, Wednesday, March 14, 2012: We depart New York on our overnight flight to Barcelona. Day 2, Thursday, March 15, 2012: Upon arrival in Barcelona we meet our local representative and depart for the city center and Las Ramblas, the pedestrian mall… We see the harbor area, Columbus Statue, the Holy Family Church designed by Gaudi, and Guell Park… We check in at our hotel, and enjoy a Welcome dinner and introductory lecture by Professor Stephen Berk this evening…Overnight in Barcelona. Day 3, Friday, March 16, 2012: Breakfast and lecture by Professor Stephen Berk…We depart for a full day tour of Gerona, formerly a major Jewish center and home to the famous Ramban - Nachmonides. We see the Old Jewish Quarter, newly restored museum and courtyard… Lunch on own at a sidewalk café… Return to Barcelona…Tonight we enjoy Shabbat dinner together… Overnight in Barcelona. Day 4, Saturday, March 17, 2012: Breakfast… This morning we attend Shabbat Services at the modern day synagogue - “The Comunidad Israelita de Barcelona”, a traditional Sephardic Jewish congregation in the city… This afternoon we will explore Barcelona's Jewish Heritage, from past to present… Our tour will include the El Call, or Jewish Quarter, and the oldest synagogue found and restored under the basement of a XVII century building, recently restored… Continue to the Holocaust Memorial dedicated by the Jews of Barcelona…Early evening lecture by Professor Stephen Berk…Overnight in Barcelona. Day 5, Sunday, March 18, 2012: Breakfast and lecture with Professor Berk… Today we fly to Granada, formerly "Granada of the Jews." Upon arrival we begin our tour, which includes the Alhambra Palace, Generalife Gardens and Old Jewish Quarter… Overnight in Granada. Day 6, Monday, March 19, 2012: Breakfast… We depart for Seville, the romantic capital of Andalucia. We visit the Cathedral Palace and Barrio de Santa Cruz, the former Jewish Quarter. Time permitting; we will also stop for a tour of the Royal Alcazar Palace of Seville. We enjoy dinner together and an exciting flamenco performance. Overnight in Seville. Day 7, Tuesday, March 20, 2012: Breakfast… We drive to Cordoba, home of the great Rambam, Moses Maimonides… We see the synagogue with its bronze statue of Maimonides and the cathedral, once a mosque… We have time for lunch and explore the shops of Calle de Los Judios before returning to Seville. Overnight in Seville. Day 8, Wednesday, March 21, 2012: Breakfast… We depart for Madrid on the high speed AVE train. Upon arrival we enjoy a city tour of Madrid, including the Royal Palace, Retiro Park, Plaza Major, Centre de Arte' Reina Sophia to see the painting "Guernica." Overnight in Madrid. Day 9, Thursday, March 22, 2012: Breakfast… We enjoy a full day tour of Toledo, once the Royal Capital of Spain and center of Jewish learning and literature… We visit the Grand Toledo Cathedral, Santa Maria La Blanca (formerly a synagogue), and the Transito Synagogue. We see the El Greco collection at Santo Thome Chapel and return to Madrid… Overnight in Madrid. Day 10, Friday, March 23, 2012: Breakfast…We visit the Museo del Prado together to view the amazing masterpieces, and tour the Paseo del Prado between Estacion de Atocha and Plaza Colon, including a view of the fountains at Fuente de Neptuno and the Plaza de la Cibeles… This afternoon we have the option to remain at the Prado (on own) for the opportunity to visit the Thyssen Art Gallery, have tea at the Ritz in the outdoor gardens, or just take a stroll on the streets of Madrid. Tonight we enjoy Shabbat dinner together at our hotel. Overnight in Madrid. Day 11, Saturday, March 24, 2012: Breakfast…Shabbat at leisure OR Optional tour to the famous Escorial Monastery… Return to Madrid… Today we enjoy a farewell dinner together… Overnight in Madrid. Day 12, Sunday, March 25, 2012: Breakfast… This afternoon we transfer to the airport for our return flight back to New York. The Memories last forever!! *ITINERARY SUBJECT TO CHANGE Optionals Rates & Hotels Click BOOK to sign up now! Start Date Plan Option/Hotel Detail Land Only* Land and Airfare   Mar 14, 2012 Traveling University - Spain - March 2012 [+ Hotel Details] Le Meridien Hotel Barcelona   Barcelona Ideally situated on the famous Las Ramblas, Barcelona’s iconic boulevard of leisure and entertainment, Le Méridien Barcelona is situated at the city’s artistic and commercial hub. In the second half of the nineteenth century, famed architect Antoni Gaudi dreamed of a Barcelona filled with vibrant colors, interesting shaped stonework, and original design. Today, you will see the fulfilment of Gaudi’s dream throughout the city and within easy walking distance of Le Méridien Barcelona. [more] AC Palacio Santa Paula Hotel Granada   Granada Hotel AC Palacio de Santa Paula is a 75 room property located in the old part of Granada, the result of a careful and meticulous renovation of the old Santa Paula Convent and conservation the old cloister. A unique establishment where guests are able to rest and enjoy one of the principal monuments of the city centre, in the luxury of a fine hotel. [more] Gran Melia Colon Hotel Seville   Seville As the capital of Andalusia, picturesque Seville lies at the cultural heart of Spain. In the historic old quarter of the city, the neo-Baroque façade and grand public spaces of Gran Melia Colon luxury hotel in Seville are steeped in legend in what is known as the hotel of the matadors. Gran Melia celebrates its rich history with forward-thinking interiors designed to inspire a fresh appreciation for life at its most elevated and refined. [more] Melia Madrid Princesa   Madrid Melia Madrid Princesa Hotel stands right in the "royal" heart of the capital city, not far from the commercial and shopping area. Stately and distinguished, this Hotel has been able to adapt to modern times while maintaining its tradition of excellent service and personalized attention. [more] $-1 -1.00 Sold Out Mar 14, 2012 Traveling University - Spain - Lisbon Pre-Tour March 2012 [+ Hotel Details] Tivoli Lisboa Hotel Lisbon   Lisboa Located on Avenida da Liberdade, this elegant 5-star Lisbon hotel is set right in the heart of the city. Renowned for its business meeting facilities for top executives, the Tivoli Lisboa continues the tradition of being a well-known meeting point in the city. A weekend break in this Lisbon luxury hotel means you can enjoy a drink in the privacy of the Terraço Bar with a superb view over Lisbon, or take a moment to relax in the Tivoli Caffè. We suggest a visit to our lively Brasserie Flo Lisbon restaurant, which satisfies even the most discerning of palates. At the Terraço restaurant enjoy the selection of stylish dishes, accompanied by a unique view over the city of Lisbon. [more] Le Meridien Hotel Barcelona   Barcelona Ideally situated on the famous Las Ramblas, Barcelona’s iconic boulevard of leisure and entertainment, Le Méridien Barcelona is situated at the city’s artistic and commercial hub. In the second half of the nineteenth century, famed architect Antoni Gaudi dreamed of a Barcelona filled with vibrant colors, interesting shaped stonework, and original design. Today, you will see the fulfilment of Gaudi’s dream throughout the city and within easy walking distance of Le Méridien Barcelona. [more] AC Palacio Santa Paula Hotel Granada   Granada Hotel AC Palacio de Santa Paula is a 75 room property located in the old part of Granada, the result of a careful and meticulous renovation of the old Santa Paula Convent and conservation the old cloister. A unique establishment where guests are able to rest and enjoy one of the principal monuments of the city centre, in the luxury of a fine hotel. [more] Gran Melia Colon Hotel Seville   Seville As the capital of Andalusia, picturesque Seville lies at the cultural heart of Spain. In the historic old quarter of the city, the neo-Baroque façade and grand public spaces of Gran Melia Colon luxury hotel in Seville are steeped in legend in what is known as the hotel of the matadors. Gran Melia celebrates its rich history with forward-thinking interiors designed to inspire a fresh appreciation for life at its most elevated and refined. [more] Melia Madrid Princesa   Madrid Melia Madrid Princesa Hotel stands right in the "royal" heart of the capital city, not far from the commercial and shopping area. Stately and distinguished, this Hotel has been able to adapt to modern times while maintaining its tradition of excellent service and personalized attention. [more] $-1 -1.00 Sold Out Book Other Date Date:     Select Date *Please note that all rates displayed are based on standard room double occupancy. All rates above are in US Dollars, and are based on full payment by credit card. Discount for check payments available later in the booking process. (Deposit can still be paid by credit card). Upgraded room categories may be available to book later in the booking process. 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Book Traveling University - Spain - March 2012 [Close] Group Flight Details: Departure Airline Flight # From To Arrival 26156 - Iberia 14 Mar 2012 1005P IB Iberia 6252 JFK New York, NY (JFK) BCN Barcelona, Spain 15 Mar 2012 1255P 18 Mar 2012 1150A VY Vuelling Airlines Spain 2370 BCN Barcelona, Spain GRX Granada, Spain 18 Mar 2012 115P 25 Mar 2012 150P IB Iberia 6251 MAD Madrid, Spain JFK New York, NY (JFK) 25 Mar 2012 405P Departure Airline Flight # From To Arrival 26611 - Iberia 11 Mar 2012 1005P IB Iberia 6252 JFK New York, NY (JFK) MAD Madrid, Spain 12 Mar 2012 1015A 12 Mar 2012 345P IB Iberia 3102 MAD Madrid, Spain LIS Lisbon, Portugal 12 Mar 2012 355P 14 Mar 2012 425P TP Tap Air Portugal 1044 LIS Lisbon, Portugal BCN Barcelona, Spain 14 Mar 2012 715P 18 Mar 2012 1150A VY Vuelling Airlines Spain 2370 BCN Barcelona, Spain GRX Granada, Spain 18 Mar 2012 115P 25 Mar 2012 150P IB Iberia 6251 MAD Madrid, Spain JFK New York, NY (JFK) 25 Mar 2012 405P Departure City Departure Date   Return Date   Preferred Airline [Any]AccesrailAces AirlinesAegean AirlinesAER ARANNAer LingusAero CaliforniaAerocontinenteAeroflot Russian AirlinesAerolineas ArgentinasAerolineas InternacionalesAeromarAeromexicoAeropostal AirlinesAerosvit AirlinesAfrinat International AirlinesAir AlmAir BalticAir BerlinAir CanadaAir CaraibesAir China InternationalAir D'ayitiAir EuropaAir FranceAir IndiaAir JamaicaAir Liberte/AomAir MaltaAir New ZealandAir One AirlinesAir PacificAir Santo DomingoAir SinaiAir Tahiti NuiAir TransatAirline To Be DeterminedAirtran AirwaysAlaska AirlinesAlitalia AirlinesAll Nippon AirwaysAllegro AirlinesAloha AirlinesAmerica West AirlinesAmerican AirlinesAmerican Trans AirAmtrakArkiaAsiana AirlinesAustrian AirlinesAviacsaAviancaAzteca AirlinesBahamasairBig Sky AirlinesBritish AirwaysBritish Midland AirwaysBwia Intl AirwaysCaribbean Star AirlinesCaribbean Sun AirlinesCathay PacificCayman AirwaysCharter FlightChina AirlinesChina Eastern AirlinesChina Southern AirlinesContinental AirlinesCopaCroatia AirlinesCrossair Dba SwissCsa Czech AirlinesDelta AirlinesDeutsche BaDragonAir AirlinesDutch Caribbean AirlineseasyJetEgyptairEl Al Israel AirlinesEmiratesEra AviationEthiopian AirlinesEtihad AirwaysEva AirwaysFinnairFrontier AirlinesGaruda Indonesian AirwaysGhana AirwaysGOL Linhas AereasGreat Lakes AviationGreat Plains AirlinesGulf AirHahn AirHainan AirlinesHawaiian AirlinesIberiaIcelandairIndigo AirlinesIsrairJapan Air LinesJet AirwaysJetBlue AirwaysKlm Royal Dutch AirlinesKorean AirKuwait AirwaysLacsa AirlinesLan ArgentinaLan Chile AirlinesLanecuadorLanperuLapa Lin Aer PrivadasLiat (1974)Lloyd Aereo BolivianoLot Polish AirlinesLtu International AirwaysLufthansa AirlinesMalaysia Airlines SystemMalev Hungarian AirlinesMartinair HollandMeridianaMesa Air LinesMexicana AirlinesMiddle East AirlinesMidwest Express AirlinesNational AirlinesNEPAL AIRLINESNorth American AirlinesNorthwest AirlinesOlympic AirwaysPakistan Intl AirlinesPenairPhilippine AirlinesPluna LineasPolynesian AirlinesQantas AirwaysQatar AirwaysRail Europe TRAINRossiya AirlinesRoyal Air MarocRoyal Jordanian AirlinesSaudi Arabian AirlinesScandinavian AirlinesSingapore AirlinesSkyEurope AirlinesSn Brussels AirlinesSolairSouth African AirwaysSouthern WindsSouthwest AirlinesSpanairSpirit AirlinesSun Country AirlinesSurinam AirwaysSwisswings AgTaca International AirlinesTam AirlinesTam MercosurTap Air PortugalTarom Romanian Air TransportTBAThai AirwaysTurkish AirlinesUkraine International AirlinesUnited AirlinesUniversal AirlinesUS AirwaysVarig AirlinesVasp Brazilian AirlinesVia Rail CanadaVirgin Atlantic AirwaysVirgin BlueVirgin ExpressVuelling Airlines Spain # of Adults # of Children 123456789101112 --123456789101112 Preferred Class EconomyBusiness Booking Details: Return Date if taking air:  Departure city if taking air:  Select Number of Rooms  1234 Please note hotel rooms have a MAXIMUM of 3 people per room Select Payment Option     Full Price (Credit Card, Check or Cash accepted) 3% Discount (Payment by check/cash only)   Person 1 Person 2 Person 3   # Adults # Children Land Only Land & Group Air Land Only Land & Group Air Land Only Land & Group Air Room 1 12 --12 Will you be sharing a room with someone registering separately? 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