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DUBAI UNITED ARAB EMIRATES BAHRAIN QATAR OMAN NOVEMBER 6 – 18, 2012 | ABOARD THE CLIPPER ODYSSEY WITH YALE FACULTY LEADER PROFESSOR PAUL BRACKEN

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DUBAI UNITED ARAB EMIRATES BAHRAIN QATAR OMAN

November 6 – 18, 2012 | aboard the Clipper Odyssey

With Yale Facult Y le ader ProFessor PAUl BRAckEN

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With our Compliments On this expedition, virtually everything is included in the cost of your trip:

• All gratuities from porters and ship’s crew to local guides• All accommodations, including pre-voyage hotel night• Daily activity options, including cultural tours, 4x4 excursion, and a dhow cruise • World-class lecture and expedition team• All meals on board and with the group ashore

• All entrance fees, taxes, and landing and port charges• Arrival and departure transfers on group dates• Gift certificates for recommended expedition gear and reading materials• Medical and emergency evacuation insurance• Dedicated staff to answer all your questions and assist with flight arrangements

Yale Educational Travel is pleased to offer this voyage to the exotic Arabian (Persian) Gulf. This fascinating journey visits several city-states of the United Arab Emirates (UAE), the countries of Bahrain and Qatar, and provides an opportunity to explore the fascinating Sultanate of Oman. Closed to Westerners for many years, these intriguing countries offer a striking mosaic of contrasts: gleaming modern cities and ancient villages, windswept sand dunes and soaring mountains—all bordered by blue skies and clear, shimmering waters.

Expedition Highlights • Attend lectures and discussions with Yale Professor Paul Bracken.

• Visit the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, in the former desert outpost of Dubai, where gleaming skyscrapers stand adjacent to traditional fish markets, dhow yards, and captivating souks.

• Search for exotic wildlife, including the endangered Arabian oryx on the island of Sir Bani Yas.

• Explore the cosmopolitan city of Abu Dhabi—this Manhattan-of-the-Middle-East dazzles with its exquisite architecture, beautiful parks, and vibrant cultural heritage.

• Board local dhows to explore the Musandam Peninsula and swim along towering cliffs that plunge into the turquoise sea.

• Discover Oman’s charming capital of Muscat, the ancient capital of Nizwa, and the astonishing mud-brick fortress of Bahla, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.

• Learn about life in this enigmatic corner of the world, where futuristic modern technology coincides with age-old traditions.

I hope you will join Professor Paul Bracken along with other lecturers aboard the elegant Clipper Odyssey, for a voyage from the Arabian Gulf to Oman in the sunny and temperate month of November.

These off-the-beaten-path gems have tantalized adventurers for millennia. Now, they await your discovery.

Best wishes from Yale,

Judith Cushingham ‘87PhD Director, Yale Educational Travel

tuesday, November 6, 2012 DEPART USA Depart USA in the evening on your independent f light to Dubai.

Wednesday, November 7 ARRIvE DUBAI, UNITED ARAB EMIRATES (UAE) Arrive in Dubai late this evening, transfer to the hotel for overnight.

thursday, November 8 DUBAI / EMBARk Clipper Odyssey Dubai rises from the desert like a mirage. A gleaming 40-year-old, modern city steeped in 5,000 years’ worth of tribal heritage, Dubai is a veritable crossroads of past and future. After breakfast at the hotel, set out mid morning for the Palm Island complex and a cruise through the surrounding waters. Considered by some as the eighth wonder of the world, it is one of only a few man-made structures that can be seen from space. Continue to the Mall of the Emirates and its indoor ski slope before arriving at the world’s tallest building, the Burj Khalifa, to take in panoramic views from the 124th f loor. Enjoy lunch at a local restaurant

followed by a visit to the Dubai Museum. Embark the Clipper Odyssey this afternoon and be on deck for magnificent views of the illumi-nated skyline as the sun sets behind the city.

Friday, November 9 ABU DHABI Oil revenues make Abu Dhabi, the capital of the seven sheikdoms comprising the UAE, the richest of them all. This full-day visit includes a drive through this “Manhattan of the Gulf,” to visit the bustling fish market and a falcon rehabilitation center. Return to the Clipper Odyssey for lunch via the pictur-esque Corniche Road. This afternoon there is the opportunity to visit the Grand Mosque, then enjoy High Tea at the elegant Emirates Palace Hotel. This evening you have the option to dine on board the ship, or on your own at one of Abu Dhabi’s fine restaurants.

saturday, November 10 SIR BANI YAS ISlAND A wonderful example of proactive conservation and re-foresting, this once-barren and desolate island has been transformed into a lush land-scape populated by gazelles, Arabian oryx (once on the brink of extinction), and more

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than 80 species of birds, including Greater Flamingos. After breakfast on board, go ashore (permission pending) by Zodiac to take nature walks and appreciate the visionary largesse of Sheikh Zayed bin Sultan Al Nahyan. Return to the ship for lunch and an afternoon of lectures on the region’s culture and history.

sunday, November 11 MANAMA, BAHRAIN The Kingdom of Bahrain is the only Arabian island-nation in the world. This morning visit the Grand Mosque and National Museum for an introduction to Bahrain’s historic and cultural legacies. Then tour the former palace of Sheikh Isa Bin Ali, whose lengthy rule extended from 1869 to 1932. After lunch on board, visit a 14th-century Portuguese fort later used by the Omanis to invade Bahrain in 1800, and prehistoric royal burial mounds. From the causeway leading to the mainland, you are treated to a panoramic view of the island.

monday, November 12 DOHA, QATAR Qatar is the world’s smallest Arab community by population; only 400,000 Qataris inhabit this angular peninsula. Visit the National Stables to learn about the famed Arabian horses, the oldest known breed of riding horse. The busy camel and sheep markets present exceptional photographic opportunities,

while the produce markets and souks offer a mélange of goods from dates to spices to gold. The Museum of Islamic Art houses a magnifi-cent collection dating from the 7th to the 19th century. Alternately, set off in 4x4 vehicles to travel inland for an adventurous off-road safari into the desert’s golden sand dunes.

tuesday, November 13 SHARjAH, UAE Enjoy a morning at sea as your lecture series continues. Later arrive in Sharjah, the UAE’s major heritage center known for its meticulous preservation of a unique Arabian lifestyle and Islamic culture. This is show-cased at the Museum of Islamic Civilizations where Islamic art and artifacts are housed in what was once the Souk al-Majarrah. The Al Naboodah House illustrates the life of a well-to-do pearl-trading family. There is also time to browse the Al Markazi souk to view the UAE’s largest selection of carpets and handicrafts.

Wednesday, November 14 Al kHASAB / MUSANDAM PENINSUlA, OMAN The ship anchors in the busy port town of Al Khasab to visit the 16th-century Portuguese fort and Old Town. Then board local dhows adorned with colorful Oriental carpets and cushions to explore the rugged fjords of the Musandam Peninsula. These winding

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thursday, November 15 FUjAIRAH, UAE Fujairah separates two sections of Oman and is the only emirate located outside the Persian Gulf. After a photo stop at the dramatic fortress that presides majestically over the town, continue inland over Masafi Pass in the Hajar Mountains to Bidiya Mosque, the oldest mosque in the UAE. Enjoy time to browse the local market before descending to the coastal town of Dibba, a Mediterranean-flavored fishing village. After lunch at a local hotel enjoy a dip in the pool, or Arabian Sea, then return to the ship and set sail for Oman.

Friday, November 16 MUScAT, OMAN / NIzwA This morning arrive in Muscat, Oman’s capital, and depart overland for Nizwa. In the ancient capital, a historic seat of Islamic learning, explore the 17th-century Tower Fort, and climb up the impregnable tower for panoramic views. Visit the beautiful oasis of Bahla and its sprawling fortress, a UNESCO World Heritage Site whose walls and towers were constructed of unbaked brick. Nearby is

the Bait Al Safah, a home built over 500 years ago now converted to a museum showcasing traditional Omani lifestyle. After lunch stop at the lush green oasis of Birkat-Al-Mauz to view its two-tiered falaj—a traditional irrigation system. Return to the Clipper Odyssey for dinner, or choose to dine in town on your own.

saturday, November 17 MUScAT / DISEMBARk Today explore Muscat, a fascinating blend of traditional architecture, elegant 18th-century colonial mansions, and modern, aesthetically-pleasing buildings. Drive past stately villas to photograph Sultan Qaboos Mosque, an exquisite example of Islamic architecture. Browse through traditional handicrafts at the bustling souk and continue to the Oil and Gas Exhibition Centre and Planetarium. The facility describes the process of oil production from the formation of deposits to how they are located, extracted, processed, delivered, and ultimately used. After lunch at a local restaurant view the magnificent Al Alam Palace of Sultan Qaboos, which is set between the twin 400-year-old turreted Portuguese forts of Jalalai and Mirani. Enjoy dinner on board, then transfer to the airport for your homeward f light.

sunday, November 18 ARRIvE USA Flights arrive home today.

PAUl BRAckEN ’82 PhD, Professor of Management and Political Science specializes in international security issues and global business. He has written extensively on security matters, including the books Fire in the East, The Rise of Asian Military Power and the Second Nuclear Age and The Second Nuclear Age (Holt, 2012). He is currently writing a book on Scenario Methods in Global Business. Professor Bracken teaches one of Yale College’s largest and most popular courses, Strategy, Technology, and War. He also teaches the core MBA course on Problem Framing in SOM, and is consistently rated the best teacher

in SOM executive education programs. He serves on the Chief of Naval Operations Executive Panel, as well as other advisory groups for the U.S. government. In his lectures for this program, Professor Bracken will highlight the political and economic dynamics of the Middle East, focusing on business and military considerations. Professor Bracken’s wife, Nanette, an attorney practicing in Ridgefield, Connecticut, will accompany him on this program.

kIM jANE SAUNDERS – A teacher and writer, Kim is a graduate of international politics and history and holds a master’s degree in education. Education, travel, and textiles are her passion, she is the author of Contemporary Tie and Dye Textiles in Indonesia, and is engaged in research on tourism and handicraft production in Southeast Asia. Currently living in Singapore, Kim is a lecturer and consultant and also works with the travel and tourism industry, promoting awareness and appreciation for locally produced handicrafts.

jOE vAlENcIc – Professor Joseph Valencic has taught courses in oceanography, marine science research, and research diving techniques for the past 20 years. He is a marine consultant to Palm Island Developments in Dubai whose experimental technology has created the largest artificial reef in the world. Joe is also senior scientist of research and development for Exomos Submersibles in the UAE involved with the design and testing of submersibles, including the world’s first private underwater yacht. He is the producer of several award-winning underwater video programs, is a Fellow of The Explorers Club, and a member of many diving and marine research organizations.

GARY wINTz – Gary graduated cum laude from Duns Scotus College in Michigan with a degree in philosophy. He has spent most of the past 30 years outside the US researching, writing, photo-graphing, and lecturing about distant lands and cultures, and has traveled to over 215 countries and territories. Gary travels the world, leading expeditions to exciting destinations and sharing his knowledge and experiences of such diverse countries as Tibet, Laos, Cambodia, and Iran.

iraN: WoNders oF Persia Optional Pre-Voyage Extension | October 31 – November 7, 2012

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Add an exploration of Persia, one of the oldest civilizations on Earth to your journey. In this country regarded as the seat of civilization, immerse yourself in six days of remarkable art, poetry, architecture, and history. Explore the architectural wonders of Esfahan; the fascinating city of Shiraz, once famed for its vineyards of Shiraz (or Syrah) grapes; Persepolis, one of Persia’s greatest treasures, rediscovered under desert sands in the early 1930s; and the museums of Tehran, Iran’s bustling capital.

Don’t miss this unique opportunity to discover for yourself the wonders of Iran, a fascinating, hospitable country where turbaned clerics and carpet-weaving nomads co-exist in the shadows of the world’s most elegant mosques and architectural masterpieces.

Price: $4,280 per person, double occupancy; $880 per person, single supplement

Note: Air fare within Iran and air fare from Shiraz to Dubai is included in the price of the extension. For terms and conditions, and cancellation policies, please refer to the main voyage.

Limited singles are available at the quoted single rates above. Additional singles may be available at 1.7 times the share rate. All rates are per person, quoted in U.S. dollars, and must be paid in U.S. dollars. Rates and itineraries are subject to change.

INclUDED: All gratuities; accommodations in our hotels and on board Clipper Odyssey as outlined in the itinerary; all onboard meals; all group meals on land; arrival and departure transfers on group dates; services of the expedition staff, including lectures, briefings, slide/film shows; all group activities and excursions; landing and port fees; $50,000 of medical expense coverage and $75,000 in emergency evacuation insurance.* Pre-voyage extension includes all of the above. Air fare within Iran and air fare from Shiraz to Dubai is included in the price of the extension.

NOT INclUDED: All air transportation (except where listed above); excess baggage charges; airport arrival and departure taxes; transfers for independent arrivals and departures; passport and/or visa fees; baggage/ trip cancellation insurance; items of a personal nature such as laundry, bar charges, alcoholic beverages, e-mail/Internet/fax/telephone charges.

AIR FARE: Air fare is not included on this program. A tentative flight schedule is available upon request.

Insurance is underwritten by National Union Fire Insurance Company of Pittsburgh, Pa. The Policy will contain reductions, limitations, exclusions and termination provisions. All coverages may not be available in all states.

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SANDS OF TIME November 6 – 18, 2012 o IRAN PRE-EXTENSION October 31 – November 7, 2012

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For most activities, a relatively low level of exertion is required. You must be able to walk moderate distances along uneven and sometimes rough terrain. Some locations are remote and require long bus rides. Excursions are timed to depart when temperatures will be most pleasant. Average daily temperatures are expected to range from the low 70s to the mid 80s°F throughout our itinerary. Please note that in some mosques you may need to remove your shoes and ladies may need to cover their heads.

1. Reservations: A $2,000 per person deposit, along with a completed and signed Reservation Form, will reserve a place for you on this Zegrahm Holdings LLC, d/b/a Zegrahm Expeditions (ZE), program. The balance of the expedition fare is due 120 days prior to departure. Air fare is due at time of issuance. All prices are quoted in U.S. dollars and must be paid in U.S. dollars. Credit cards accepted for deposit only.

2. Cancellation and Refund Policy: Cancellations for all or any part of the trip shall not be effective until they are received in writing and confirmed by the Association of Yale Alumni. At the time we receive your written cancellation, the following penalties will apply:• 120 days or more prior to departure: $500 per person• 60 through 119 days prior to departure: 50% of expedition fare• 1 through 59 days prior to departure: 100% of expedition fareSome air fare may be nonrefundable. Once an expedition has departed, there will be no refunds from ZE for any unused portions of the trip. The above policy also applies to all extensions and independent travel arrangements made in conjunction with this program.3. Trip Cancellation and Interruption Insurance: We strongly advise that all travelers purchase trip cancel-lation and interruption insurance as protection against an emergency that may force you to cancel or leave an expedi-tion while it is in progress. A brochure describing coverage will be sent to you upon receipt of your reservation.4. Share Policy: Accommodations on all ZE programs are based on double occupancy. If you are traveling alone and wish to share accommodations, a roommate will be assigned to you whenever possible. When pairing room- mates, we will always pair participants of the same sex. All shared accommodations are nonsmoking. If it is not possible to pair you with a roommate, you may be asked to pay a single supplement for the land portion of the program.5. Medical Information: Participation in a ZE program requires that you be in generally good health. It is essential that persons with any medical problems and related dietary restrictions make them known to us well before departure. We can counsel you on whether the expedition you have selected is appropriate for you. The tour leader has the right to disqualify any participant at any time during the tour if he or she feels the participant is physically incapable and/or if a participant’s continued participation will jeopardize either the individual involved or the group. There will be no refund given under these circumstances.6. Luggage Restrictions: Luggage size and weight limitations for both checked and carry-on luggage, imposed by the airlines or as an operational requirement due to type of aircraft, will apply for flights to/from/within this program. Specifications will be provided with pre-departure materials.7. Fuel Cost Increases and Currency Fluctuation: In order to keep rates as low as possible, we do not build into the trip fare an allowance to cover possible increases from fuel costs or currency fluctuations. Therefore, as

fuel-cost increases may occur and currencies do fluctuate around the world, it may be necessary for us to initiate a rate surcharge at any time before departure if there are exceptional cost increases beyond our control.

8. Itinerary Changes & Trip Delay: Itineraries are based on information available at the time of printing and are subject to change. ZE reserves the right to change a program’s dates, staff, itineraries, or accommodations as conditions warrant. If a trip must be delayed or the itinerary changed due to bad weather, road conditions, transportation delays, government intervention, airline schedules, sickness, or other contingency for which ZE or its agents cannot make provision, the cost of delays or changes is not included.

9. Itinerary Cancellation: ZE reserves the right to cancel an itinerary before departure for any reason whatsoever, including too few participants or logistical problems such as strikes, wars, acts of God, or any other circumstances that may make operation of the trip inadvisable. All trip payments received will be promptly refunded, and this refund will be the limit of ZE’s liability. ZE is not responsible for any expenses incurred by trip members in preparing for the trip, including nonrefundable or penalty-carrying airline tickets, special clothing, visa or passport fees, or other trip-related expenses.

10. Participation: ZE reserves the right to decline to accept any individual as a trip member for any reason whatsoever.11. Limitations of Liability: This section defines our responsibility with respect to all of our trips, including extensions and independent arrangements. Please read it carefully. ZE, its Owners, Agents, and Employees, Yale University, and the Association of Yale Alumni give notice that they act only as the agents for the owners, contractors, and suppliers providing means of transporta-tion and/or all other related travel services and assume no responsibility howsoever caused for injury, loss, or damage to person or property in connection with any service resulting directly from: acts of God, detention, annoyance, delays, expenses arising from quarantine, strikes, thefts, pilferage, force majeure, failure of any means of conveyance to arrive or depart as scheduled, civil disturbances, terrorism, government restrictions or regulations, and discrepancies or changes in transit or hotel services over which it has no control. Reasonable changes in the itinerary may be made where deemed advisable for the comfort and well-being of the passen-gers. As described in item 7 above, all prices are subject to change. As described in item 9 above, in the event that an expedition must be cancelled, ZE is not responsible for any personal expenses incurred by trip members in preparing for the program. Certain ship owners require use of preprinted ticket forms that limit the ship owner’s and operator’s liability. When such tickets are used, you are generally bound by the terms of these tickets with respect to your legal relationship to the owner and opera-tors of the ship, their agent (ZE), and the ship’s crew. On advancement of deposit, the depositor acknowledges that he/she has read and understands the above recited terms and conditions, and agrees to be bound by them.

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