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Turn a fine vacation into an unforgettable experience....
December 24, 2009-January 3, 2010
Start planning now to spend Christmas and New Year's in the warm and exotic environments of Granada, Tangier, Fes, Gibraltar, and other exciting destinations.
Tour director: Antonio Noguera anoguera@dcs.wisc.edu or 608-262-5929.
This is a journey to the ancient lands of Spain, Morocco, and Portugal, bound by many centuries of history now reflected in their modern cultures. For eleven days, we will immerse ourselves in the varied influences of Islam, Christianity, and Judaism in these three lands of deep roots in tradition and faith. This trip is a unique learning experience that involves much more than watching passing scenery through a bus window and you will gain from it much more than a collection of photos and souvenirs.
You'll have nothing to worry about and nothing to plan on this professionally-coordinated excursion. Treasures we will experience include:
Stay in first-class hotels and relax comfortably: all breakfasts and dinners are included. Throughout your journey I accompany the group, using my background as a native of Spain to give you a "volume" of details about the history and culture of this area. And local English-speaking guides meet us at each destination.
Review the itinerary to learn more about all we will explore together. You'll gain knowledge by not only hearing lectures but by seeing sites significant to Judaism, Christianity, and Islam.
Download a pdf of the itinerary
Thursday, December 24th
Friday, December 25th
Saturday. December 26th
Sunday. December 27th
Monday December 28th
Tuesday. December 29th
Wednesday December 30th
Thursday December 31st
Friday. January 1st
Saturday . January 2nd
Sunday. January 3rd
You will be traveling with experts in Spanish language, history and culture. Both Dr. Alonso and Dr. Noguera have traveled extensively in many parts of the world.
Antonio Noguera is from Madrid, where he managed his own company for many years. He also spent two years in Morocco. In addition to his business experience and journalism training in Spain, he holds an MA and a PhD in Spanish literature, with a minor in Portuguese. He is a faculty associate at UW-Madison where he coordinates programs in Spanish, Portuguese, and Chinese for the Division of Continuing Studies. He also teaches Spanish language and culture at UWMadison and at Edgewood College. He has many years of experience as a leader of groups, especially business and travel groups. Antonio’s motto for his trips “In educational travel, months of preparation prevent seconds of fear.”
Araceli Alonso, a native of Spain, teaches at UW-Madison in the Department of Gender & Women’s Studies and at the School of Medicine and Public Health. In Spain she worked as a registered nurse for 12 years, meanwhile finishing her degree in history at the University of Madrid. She also holds a PhD in cultural anthropology from UW-Madison. An experienced traveler and group leader, she has traveled and lived in many countries, including Morocco. Her trips for this year, prior to our December departure, include Panama, Spain, The Netherlands, Kenya, and Uganda. Her experience and multidisciplinary training make her an important asset for our trips.
Cost: The package price of approximately $3,955 is based on double occupancy. Single room supplement is $395. Prices are subject to change. These prices are based on the current exchange rates and airline fuel costs and may be subject to adjustment prior to the final payment. Travel insurance is highly recommended.
Payments: $400 deposit/person due June 27, 2009 $1,600 first payment due August 27, 2009 $1,955 final payment due October 27, 2009
Cancellation Policy: $400 cancellation fee prior to October 27, 2009 After October 27, 2009 all payments are nonrefundable.
For tour information contact:
Antonio Noguera
anoguera@dcs.wisc.edu
608-262-5929
Araceli Alonso
aalonso@wisc.edu
608-274-0656
Rose Wood
rwood@dcs.wisc.edu
608-262-7389
If you have a disability and desire accommodation, please advise us ahead of time. Requests are confidential. This program is offered by UW-Madison Division of Continuing Studies. No Wisconsin tax dollars were used to print this publication.
"We had such a wonderful experience that it might be called life-changing. It fulfilled what one wishes for in a vacation, an escape from the pressures and anxiety of everyday life. An opportunity to experience and learn new things." ~ Mary Tejeda
"I had a wonderful time on this trip. I liked the group and everything was so well-organized. It went very smoothly I also learned a lot about art and architecture. I also got to use my Spanish." ~ Taylor Koebert
"Was SO glad to have Sophia along. The hotel choices were good and the restaurants even better. Appreciated the “fixed price” of the trip. Other schools have been known to tack on tuition and fees after registration for the trip. Thank you for showing us your home!"
"Thanks Araceli and Antonio for a wonderful, magical trip. I learned so much – my appreciation of Picasso and especially the artists who influenced him. I hope you will consider another trip." ~ Mary Kidd
"The best trip I’ve ever had. I recommend
it to everyone!" ~ Matilda DeBoor
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