Tuscany! The word evokes a rush of senses: the sight of rolling hills covered in grapevines and olive trees, the taste of Chianti and pecorino cheese, sunlight on terra-cotta roofs, exquisite art, cathedrals, and museums…
Exclusive trip to England in the company of critically acclaimed writer, Sharon Kay Penman. September 7-16, 2013 King for just two years, Richard III is one of England’s most controversial rulers. His bloody defeat and death at the Battle of Bosworth against Henry Tudor marked the end of the Plantagenet dynasty and the conclusion of [...]
In northeastern Italy lies the relatively unknown Alto Adige province, where the Parco Nazionale dello Stelvio is surrounded by the majestic mountains and glaciers of the Ortler Range…
Bring a friend and save $200 In the Footsteps of the Tudors with renowned author Margaret George October 11 – 21, 2012 Countless books, films, and television programs have recreated the intriguing lives of King Henry VIII and his daughter Queen Elizabeth I. Henry’s life is oft remembered for his marriage to six wives [...]
Upon his return from the Holy Land around 1186, William Marshal spent a couple of years in northwest England in what is today the popular Lake District. Learn more about his time here on a visit to the village of Cartmel and the Augustinian priory…
ATA is delighted to be partnering with Politics & Prose bookstore in an exciting new series of journeys that will merge great books with great travel. Full details can be found here: Stayed tuned for further literary adventures that will expand the Politics & Prose tradition of bringing booklovers together and literally take readers and [...]
Start your engines and join other car enthusiasts to explore Vorsprung durch technik (advancement through technology) as well as the beauty and design of famous German cars and the renowned Bugatti. Our automotive historian provides insight into the best of auto design and engineering. Trace the history of German autos from Karl Benz’ first car to the Porsche sport cars of today…
Volcanoes, glaciers, river rafting, Vikings, horseback riding! Iceland is the active family’s perfect holiday destination with varied landscapes and outdoor activities to engage youth and adults alike. Perched on the rift between North America and Europe,…
The vast forests of New England have long drawn autumn visitors to marvel at the vibrant, changing colors. During the excursion experience the vibrant palette in gold, orange, and red as the changing leaves transform the landscape. Visit the sublime Springwood Estate, Franklin D. Roosevelt’s home in Hyde Park, stay at an historic inn, ride an historic mountain train…
Join MAA on a tour of the history of mathematics in Italy and meet rising stars in the fields of math and science. Your explorations by coach and on foot include Italy’s most renowned mathematics-related sights. Discover where great minds such as Rafael Bombelli, Galileo Galilei, and Joseph-Louis Lagrange lived and worked. Enjoy guided visits to top university mathematics departments and discussions with faculty…
