S T A N F O R D T R A V E L / S T U D Y

S T A N F O R D T R A V E L / S T U D Y

a program of the stanford a lumni associat ion

MENORCA, CORSICA , SARDINIA ,SICILY AND BEYOND

May 22 to June 2, 2013

S T A N F O R D T R A V E L / S T U D Y

Some of the more intriguing ports of call along the Mediterranean’s European shores are not the places that would first come to mind. For instance, there’s Tarragona in Spain with its Roman ruins that are among the best-preserved in all of the Mediterranean. Sperlonga is a lovely seaside town of whitewashed dwellings lining narrow streets of steps and bridges on Italy’s Campania coast. And Bonifacio on Corsica’s south coast is memorable for its medieval passageways and Gothic landmarks. On this delightful 10-night cruise aboard the all-suite Corinthian, in addition to these and other hidden gems, we also visit the charming Cinque Terre on Italy’s Ligurian coast and France’s Aix-en-Provence with its wealth of art treasures. Join us on this seaborne adventure that’s full of surprises, rich histories and natural beauty.

CagLiari, Sardinia

CaptionHighlightsV I S I T the Aix-en-Provence studio of famed impressionist painter, Paul Cézanne, left just as it was at the time of his death in 1906.

E X P L O R E the superbly preserved prehistoric remains of Torralba d’en Salord on Menorca in Spain’s Balearic Islands.

V I E W Segesta’s impressive Doric temple in northwestern Sicily, built by the ancient Greeks in approximately 420 B.C.E.

D I S C O V E R the captivat-ing charm of Italy’s Cinque Terre, five tiny towns clinging to rocky cliffs along the Ligurian coast.

BonifaCio, CorSiCaBRETT S. ThOMPSON, ’83, DIRECTOR, STANFORD TRAVEL/STUDY

COVER: VERNAZZA, CINQUE TERRE

WEDNESDAY & THURSDAY, MAY 22 & 23depart U.S / niCe, franCe / eMBarK

Depart the U.S. on overnight flights to Nice. Upon arrival on Thursday, transfer to our ship. CORINTHIaN (D-5/23)

FRIDAY, MAY 24MarSeiLLe / aiX-en-proVenCe

From the port of Marseille, founded by the Greeks, travel to Aix-en-Provence, the first Roman settlement in Gaul. Heading down the leafy Cours Mirabeau, discover the Old City, noting the perfect classical proportions of the Hotel de Ville en route to the Cathedral of St.-Sauveur with its medieval art treasures. Also visit the studio of Paul Cézanne, which remains just as it was at the time of the impressionist’s death in 1906, or the Musée Granet

that contains works by Cézanne and other artists. Enjoy a welcome reception aboard ship this evening. CORINTHIaN (B,L,D)

SATURDAY, MAY 25tarragona, Spain

Built in an amphitheater formation facing the sea, Tarragona is a veritable museum town, containing remains of practically all

of the civilizations that touched upon the Iberian Peninsula. Explore

Tarragona’s

Roman remains, among the best-preserved in the Mediterranean, and visit the Archaeological Museum. Also enjoy time at leisure to explore the city’s treasures independently. CORINTHIaN

(B,L,D)

SUNDAY, MAY 26MaHon, MenorCa, BaLeariC iSLandS

Tour Mahon, Menorca’s main port, to see an unusual hybrid architectural style comprised of classical Georgian sash-windowed town houses and traditional Spanish homes lining its narrow streets and bustling waterfront. Continue to the site of Torralba d’en Salord, which contains the island’s largest and best-preserved prehistoric settlements, and visit Mahon’s Museum of Menorca occupying the former cloister of a Franciscan monastery. CORINTHIaN (B,L,D)

MONDAY, MAY 27CagLiari, Sardinia, itaLY

Arrive in Cagliari, Sardinia’s capital,

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built on a hill facing the sea. Disembark and drive to the village of Barumini to visit Su Nuraxi, Sardinia’s most important and impressive nuraghic (Sardinian tower-like structures) complex and a UNESCO Heritage of Humanity site. After lunch aboard ship, spend time at leisure to explore Cagliari or take an optional excursion to Nora, whose ancient remains date from the Carthaginian and Roman periods. CORINTHIaN (B,L,D)

TUESDAY, MAY 28trapani, SiCiLY / eriCe / SegeSta

Drive up winding roads to the medieval town of Erice, historically known for its temple to the fertility goddess, Astarte. Explore the 12th-century Venus Castle and continue to Segesta for a glimpse of its magnificent Doric temple, built in 420 B.C.E. and among the best-preserved ancient Greek sites. CORINTHIaN (B,L,D)

WEDNESDAY, MAY 29gaeta / terraCina / SperLonga

Arrive in Gaeta, on Italy’s

Campania coast. Built on a promontory facing a spacious bay and topped by an imposing castle, Gaeta has a defensive position that has resisted numerous invaders through the centuries. In addition to exploring Gaeta, take an excursion to Terracina, an ancient Greek and Roman town set high on a hill, with a newer quarter by the sea. Then visit Sperlonga, a town of narrow streets and whitewashed houses that bring to mind villages of the Greek Isles. CORINTHIaN (B,L,D)

THURSDAY, MAY 30porto-VeCCHio, CorSiCa, franCe / BonifaCio

After enjoying the leisure of a morning at sea, arrive at the small town of Porto-Vecchio located on a beautiful bay. Then visit Bonifacio, built on spectacular high cliffs on Corsica’s south coast. Stroll through the striking town, with its winding medieval lanes and brightly colored houses adorned with imaginative family crests. CORINTHIaN (B,L,D)

FRIDAY, MAY 31LeriCi, itaLY / CinQUe terre or LUCCa

Today, call at the seaside resort of Lerici. Choose to traverse the Cinque Terre, a World Heritage site and national park spanning five picturesque towns built on the terraced cliffs of Italy’s Ligurian coast. From Riomaggiore, the first of the five towns, stroll along the Via Amore, an historic footpath that threads through the seaside slopes, to reach Manarola, the next town along the coast. Enjoy a scenic train ride en route to the Cinque Terre’s last town, Monteroso. Those who prefer a more relaxed visit may take a ferry ride along the coast or opt for a full-day excursion to Lucca, home to one of the finest collections of Romanesque churches and medieval palaces in Italy. Most notable is the Cathedral of San Martino, consecrated in 1070 and remarkable for the wonderful medieval sculpture that adorns its west front. CORINTHIaN (B,L,D)

SATURDAY, JUNE 1genoa

Its position between the mountains of Liguria and the shores of the Tyrrhenian Sea has made Genoa a prominent maritime power throughout the centuries. During the Renaissance, it was one of Italy’s wealthiest cities. Via Garibaldi is lined with several imposing palaces, and we visit two of the finest, the Palazzo Bianco and Palazzo Rosso, with their magnificent paintings. Also visit the Cathedral of San Lorenzo, begun in 1118, and the home of Andrea Doria, Genoa’s famed 16th-century admiral. Enjoy leisure time to further explore this gem of Liguria. Tonight, aboard ship, gather with fellow travelers for a farewell cocktail reception before dinner. CORINTHIaN (B,L,D)

SUNDAY, JUNE 2niCe, franCe / diSeMBarK / U.S.

Disembark our ship in Nice and transfer to the airport for flights home. (B)

MenorCa SU nUraXi, Sardinia

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Program Cost* Rates are per person, based on double or single occupancy.

*Association nonmembers add $200 per person.**Single accommodations are limited at these rates.

Length: 290 feet / Beam: 50 feet / Draft: 12 feet / Gross tonnage: 4,077 / Registry: Malta

Corinthian doUBLe SingLe CategorY rate rate**

E $7,990 $9,590Ariadne and Leto Decks, 215 sq. ft.,with windows and partially obstructed view

D $8,890 ---Ariadne and Leto Decks, 215 sq. ft.,with window

C $9,790 $11,750 Athena Deck, 275 sq. ft.,with portholes

B $10,790 ---Ariadne Deck, 225 sq. ft.,with windows

A $11,690 $14,030Leto Deck, 235 sq. ft.,with window

AA $12,690 ---Cleo Deck, 285 sq. ft.,with forward windows

VS $13,790 $23,445Cleo Deck, 245 sq. ft.,with private balcony and sliding glass doors

PHS $14,990 ---Phoebe Deck, 260 sq. ft.,with window, private balcony and sliding glass doors

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This deluxe, 100-passenger, all-suite cruise ship combines comfortable elegance with a high level of service and amenities. All 50 cabins are outward-facing with views of the sea and surrounding landscape, plus a sitting area, ample closet space, climate control, marble-appointed bathroom with shower, and two twin beds that can convert to a single queen-sized bed. Public facilities include a gym, spa, library (with internet access), beauty salon, boutique, two lounges, sun deck with Jacuzzi, and outdoor café. An elegant restaurant accommodates all guests in a single open, unassigned seating. An elevator serves all decks. The ship features a fleet of 20 bicycles and a bike-master, providing guests with the option of biking excursions into the countryside.Staffed by 67 seasoned officers and crew, the Corinthian complies with the latest international safety regulations and is outfitted with the most current navigational and communications technology. The ship is equipped with retractable fin stabilizers and a fleet of Zodiac inflatable crafts for forays ashore.

D a t e sMay 22 to June 2, 2013 (12 days)

s i z eLimited to a total of 100 participants, including travelers from Stanford, Harvard and Rice universities

i n c l u D e D10-night cruise aboard the all-suite, 100-guest Corinthian 10 breakfasts, 9 lunches and 10 dinners House wines, beer and soft drinks included with all lunches and dinners aboard ship Welcome and farewell cocktail receptions aboard ship Bottled water on excursions All tours and shore excursions as described in the itinerary Optional organized bicycle excursions in select ports of call Gratuities to porters, guides, drivers and ship crew for all group activities Transfers and baggage handing on program arrival and departure days Port fees and embarkation taxes Minimal medical, accident and evacuation insurance Educational program with lecture series and pre-departure materials, including recommended reading list, a selected book, map and travel information Services of our professional tour manager to assist you throughout the program

n o t i n c l u D e D International and U.S. domestic airfare Passport and visa fees Immunization costs Meals and beverages other than those

specified as included Independent and private transfers Trip-cancellation/interruption and baggage insurance Excess-baggage charges Personal items such as internet access, telephone and fax calls, laundry and gratuities for nongroup services

a i r a r r a n g e m e n t s International and U.S. domestic airfare is not included in the program cost. Round-trip, economy-class airfare on American Airlines from San Francisco to Nice is approximately $1,200 as of January 2013 and is subject to change without notice.

F u e l c o s t s In the uncertain, often volatile oil market of late, it is difficult to predict fuel costs over the long term and, more specifically, at the time of operation of this voyage. Our prices are based upon the prevailing fuel rates at the time of brochure printing. While we will do everything possible to maintain our prices, if the fuel rates increase significantly, it may be necessary to institute a fuel surcharge.

W h a t t o e x p e c tWe consider this program to be moderately active. Most of our touring is done by motorcoach and on foot. Daily excursions involve one to three miles of walking on city streets, which are, in some cases, uneven or cobblestoned. In some instances, such as museums, archaeological sites or castles, guided tours require climbing up and down several flights of stairs and stand-ing in one place for 20 to 30 minutes at a time. Stairs may not have handrails, and elevators are limited. Participants will have ample opportunity to take in the beautiful coastal scenery from the comfort of our ship. Participants must be physically fit, active and in good health. We welcome travelers 15 years of age and older on this program.

Deposit & Final paymentA $1,000-per-person deposit is required to hold space for this program. Complete and return the attached reservation form or sign up online. Final payment is due 120 days prior to departure. As a condition of participation, all confirmed participants are required to sign a Release of Liability.

cancellations & refundsDeposits and any payments are refundable, less a $500-per-person cancellation fee, until 120 days prior to departure. After that date, refunds can be made only if the program is sold out and your place(s) can be resold, in which case a $1,000-per-person cancellation fee will apply. We recommend trip-cancellation insurance; applications will be sent to you.

insuranceStanford Travel/Study provides all travelers who are U.S. or Canadian citizens with minimal medical, accident and evacuation coverage under our group-travel insurance policy. Our group policy is intended to provide minimal levels of protection while you are travel-ing on this program. We strongly recommend that you subscribe to optional baggage and trip-can-cellation insurance. A brochure offering such insurance will be mailed with your confirmation about one week after we receive your deposit. The product offered in this brochure includes special benefits if you postmark your insurance payment within a specified window: 15 days of the date listed on the confirmation letter for the Waiver of Pre-existing Conditions and coverage for Financial Insolvency; 21 days for the Cancel for Any Reason benefit.

eligibilityWe encourage membership in the Alumni Association as the program cost for nonmembers is $200 more than the members’ price. Parents and their children under 21 may travel on one membership. For more information or to purchase a membership, visit alumni.stanford.edu/goto/membership or call (650) 725-0692.

responsibilityThe Stanford Alumni Association, Stanford University and our operators act only as agents for the passenger with respect to transportation and ship arrangements and exercise every care possible in doing so. However, we can assume no liability for injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity in connection with the service of any automobile, motorcoach, launch or any other conveyance used in carrying out this program or for the acts or defaults of any company or person engaged in conveying the passenger or in carrying out the arrangements of the program. We cannot accept any responsibility for losses or additional expenses due to delay or changes in air or other services, sickness, weather, strike, war, quarantine, force majeure or other causes beyond our control. All such losses or expenses will have to be borne by the passenger as tour rates provide arrangements only for the time stated. We reserve the right to make such alterations to this published itinerary as may be deemed necessary. The right is reserved to cancel any program prior to departure in which case the entire payment will be refunded without further obligation on our part. The right is also reserved to decline to accept or retain any person as a member of the program. No refund will be made for an unused portion of any tour unless arrangements are made in sufficient time to avoid penalties. It is understood that the ship’s ticket, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the passenger and the cruise company. Baggage is carried at the owner’s risk entirely. The airlines concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time that passengers are not onboard their plane or conveyance. Neither the Alumni Association, Stanford University nor our operators accept liability for any carrier’s cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a nonrefundable ticket in connection with the tour. Program price is based on rates in effect in January 2013 and is subject to change without notice to reflect fluctuations in exchange rates, tariffs or fuel charges.

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Islands of the Western Mediterranean May 22 to June 2, 2013

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“Roberto was a star! A cap-tivating and accomplished lecturer with a charming personality.”

R O B E R T O D ’A L I M O N T E makes his home in Florence, Italy, where he was a professor of political science at the University of Florence until 2009. He has strong connections to Stanford, having taught courses on Italian politics, comparative politics, European integration and U.S.-European relations for many years at Stanford’s Bing Overseas Studies campus in Florence. At Stanford he has taught both in the political science department and in the MBA program at the Graduate School of Business, where he was a Bechtel International visiting professor in 2001– 2002.

Professor D’Alimonte is well-known throughout Europe as a political journalist, writing for Il Sole 24 Ore, the major financial newspaper in Italy. His comments have appeared in several European newspapers and magazines and in The New York Times. He has worked with the Olivetti Foundation and the Organization for Economic Co-operation and Development (OECD) on public finances and the budget process in western European democracies. During our program Professor D’Alimonte will discuss contemporary issues related to Spain, France, Italy and the EU in general.

— Director, Italian Center for Electoral Studies, since 2005 — Former Ford Foundation fellow, Yale University — American Council of Learned Societies fellow, Harvard University — PhD, University of Florence

NOTE: We will also enjoy lectures by the study leaders of our cosponsoring insitutions, Harvard and Rice. Biographies for these study leaders will be sent to confirmed participants.

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“The academic underpinnings of these trips cannot be matched. My travel with Stanford brings me a fuller understanding of the world.”

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S T A N F O R D T R A V E L / S T U D Y

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MENORCA , CORSICA , SARDIN IA ,S IC ILY AND BE YOND

May 22 to June 2, 2013