 October 23–November 3, 2010
Uncover the cultural and historical riches of the Mediterranean while cruising aboard the luxurious and intimate 684-passenger Oceania Cruises’ Insignia. Be swept away by the exquisite cuisine designed by world-renowned chef Jacques Pépin, upscale amenities, country-club atmosphere, and an exceptionally attentive staff. Departing from the ancient capital of Rome, embark on your journey crisscrossing the sparkling blue sea with interludes in some of the world’s loveliest ports of call. Revel in the glamour and natural beauty of the Côte d’Azur; admire the genius of Brunelleschi’s dome in Florence; study the dramatic ruins of Pompeii; or unravel the colorful cultural layers of Malta. Sail on to the Aegean Sea and explore Greece’s fabled origins. From Santorini’s whitewashed hilltop towns to the lingering temples of Rhodes and Delos or the scenic beaches of Mykonos, this seafaring adventure truly reveals the jewels of the Mediterranean.
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$$ Approximately $2,799 per person based on double occupancy. Advertised fare includes all surcharges, airline fees, and government taxes.
SPECIAL OFFER: $2,000 off per stateroom if booked by August 31, 2009.
Activity Level: Leisure
 Lecturer: Thomas Noble
Thomas Noble, a graduate of Ohio University and Michigan State, is a historian of the ancient and medieval worlds. A dedicated teacher and winner of the Edmund P. Joyce Award for Excellence in Undergraduate teaching, Noble has long taught general courses as well as specialized offerings on the Mediterranean world, the Roman Empire, and the Age of Charlemagne. He has written several books, most recently “Images, Iconoclasm, and the Carolingians” and has co-authored two textbooks, “Western Civilization” and “The Western Humanities.” An elected Fellow of the Medieval Academy of America and of the International Society for the Latin Middle Ages, Noble has held fellowships from the National Endowment for the Humanities, the American Philosophical Society, Clare Hall (Cambridge), the Institute for Advanced Study (Princeton), and The Netherlands Institute for Advanced Study. After directing Notre Dame’s world-famous Medieval Institute from 2000 to 2008, Noble took over as chair of the history department in 2008. Noble has lived and traveled widely in the European and Mediterranean worlds and accompanied a Notre Dame alumni group to Rome in 2008.
 Go Next
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For over 35 years, Go Next has been offering travel opportunities to various destinations throughout the world. Whether a week in one European city, or a more extensive international adventure, Go Next keeps value-conscious travelers in mind. Years of experience in careful planning and attention to detail allows Go Next to offer tours of exceptional value and quality that appeal to people of diverse age groups. Participants have the opportunity to custom design their trip from a wide choice of informative optional excursions allowing flexibility for the more independent traveler.
Dates, schedules, costs and program details are accurate based on information received by the Alumni Association, but are subject to change. Please verify details, date and pricing prior to booking a reservation with the individual travel supplier. The Notre Dame Alumni Association receives financial benefits from the administrator that provides this program. These benefits fund alumni programs and activities.
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