Italy, CroatIa, albanIa & Montenegro Adriatic Sea Voyage aboard Island Sky

With MIChael MCCorMICk Francis Goelet Professor of Medieval History

June 10–18, 2016

adrIatIC Sea Voyage aboard Island SkyJune 10–18, 2016 (8 nights/9 days)

oVer Many MIllennIa,

a SuCCeSSIon of

CIVIlIzatIonS left

theIr IMprInt along

the adrIatIC ShorelIneS

of Italy, Albania, Montenegro,

and Croatia. On this late spring

cruise aboard Island Sky from

Venice to Dubrovnik—a region well

worth exploring for its natural beauty

alone—visit spellbinding archaeological

sites, impressive cathedrals and

palaces, and ancient city centers that

illuminate the layered history of the

Adriatic Sea.

Embark Island Sky in Venice and

depart for Pula, located on Croatia’s

Istrian Peninsula and known for its

many impressive Roman structures.

Further down the coastline, visit the

island of Hvar, a jewel of the Adriatic;

and Split, where the Roman ruins of

Emperor Diocletian’s Palace still

dominate the waterfront.

On the Italian side of the Adriatic, explore

Otranto’s impressive baroque cathedral,

and on Albania’s southern coast, visit

the extensive ruins at Butrint, a UNESCO

World Heritage site. Cruise into the

beautiful Bay of Kotor for a visit to

Cetinje, a cradle of Montenegrin culture.

End in Dubrovnik, a UNESCO World

Heritage site considered one of the best-

preserved medieval walled cities in the

world. Optional extensions in Venice and

in Sarajevo, Mostar, and Medjugorje are

also available.

Marvel at the stunning beauty of Montenegro’s Bay of Kotor (cover); the Venetian—and Italian Renaissance—influenced architecture of Split (above) and other Dalmatian coast cities; and the iconic red-tiled rooftops of Dubrovnik (back cover), a UNESCO World Heritage site often referred to as the “pearl of the Adriatic.”

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Michael McCormick is the Francis Goelet Professor of Medieval History at Harvard University. As a historian and archaeologist of the late Roman Empire and early medieval Europe, he has authored a prize-winning monograph, Origins of the European Economy (Cambridge University Press, 2002), on the transformations of Mediterranean shipping and communications networks in Roman and medieval times; and, more recently, Charlemagne’s Survey of the Holy Land (Dumbarton Oaks/Harvard University Press, 2011). He currently co-directs the excavation of a late Roman settlement in eastern France and is leading a project aimed at constructing the most detailed historical record yet of European climate.

Professor McCormick has chaired the Standing Committees on Archaeology and on Medieval Studies. He currently chairs chairs the Initiative for the Science of the Human Past, a new Harvard research and teaching network that brings together colleagues and students from all divisions of the University to explore and promote natural scientific approaches to the past. Harvard College undergraduates and alumni prize his dedication to lively teaching inspired by pioneering research.

Learn about renowned Croatian sculptor Ivan Mestrovic, who created this imposing bronze statue of medieval bishop Gregory of Nin, during a visit to Mestrovic’s former residence-turned-gallery in Split.

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featured Study leader

gail lapidus, AB ’59, PhD ’74, a senior fellow emerita at the Institute for International Studies at Stanford University, has had a long-standing interest in ethno-political conflicts in the former USSR and in nation- and

state-building in the post-Soviet states. She is the author of numerous books and articles on Soviet and post-Soviet politics, society, and foreign policy. She earned her doctorate at Harvard University.

andrew M.t. Moore is president of the Archaeological Institute of America. Recently retired from Rochester Institute of Technology, he also taught European and world archaeology at the University of Arizona and

Yale University. Since 1960, he has participated in archaeological surveys, excavations, and field research in many countries and is currently conducting surveys and excavations in Neolithic villages in Croatia.

addItIonal leCturerS

SChedule by day Included meals are designated as B=breakfast, L=lunch, R=reception, D=dinner

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of the gallery of Croatian sculptor Ivan Mestrovic, located in his former residence. Island Sky (B,L,D)

Tuesday, June 14

otranto, ItalyAfter a morning at sea, arrive in Otranto, at the bottom of the heel of Italy’s “boot” in the largely undiscovered region of Apulia. Visit the impressive 11th-century baroque cathedral, with fine mosaics and a rose window, and the 15th-century Castello Aragonese. Then travel to a nearby farm for a locavore dinner (a particular regional favorite is orecchiette, pasta in the shape of “small ears”) accompanied by the strains of the tarantella. Island Sky (B,L,D)

Wednesday, June 15

butrint, albaniaDisembark on the southern coast of Albania at Sarande, the major port and trade center between Venice and Constantinople during the Byzantine Empire. Nearby, the UNESCO World Heritage city of Butrint features remains from every stage of its long evolution. Explore the extensive ruins, including a 4th-century theater, the Temple of Asclepius, an ancient Roman bath, and an extraordinarily well preserved early Byzantine baptistery. Continue cruising to Kotor this afternoon. Island Sky (B,L,D)

Thursday, June 16

kotor, MontenegroIsland Sky enters Montenegro’s dramatic Bay of Kotor, gliding through the triple bays surrounded by the

Friday–saTurday, June 10–11

home / Venice, ItalyDepart on an overnight flight to Venice. Embark Island Sky beginning at 4 p.m. for a welcome orientation and reception. The ship departs Venice at 10 p.m. Island Sky (R)

sunday, June 12

pula, CroatiaPula, on Croatia’s Istrian Peninsula, has been a major administrative center since ancient Roman times. The town was destroyed following the victory of Octavian, Mark Antony, and Lepidus over Brutus and Cassius (Pula had sided with Cassius), then later rebuilt at the request of Octavian’s daughter, Julia. Visit the imposing amphitheater (27 BC–AD 68), much of it still standing; the triumphal Arch of the Sergii (29-27 BC); and the Temple of Augustus (2 BC–AD 14). Enjoy lunch in a picturesque mountain village featuring a menu of local specialties. Island Sky (B,L,D)

Monday, June 13

hvar & SplitThe island of Hvar is known for its fields of fragrant lavender and its beautiful walled city. Enjoy a guided walking tour of the elegant promenades and bustling harbor before returning to the ship for lunch and continuing to Split. Visit the imperial Roman ruins of Emperor Diocletian’s Palace, which dominates the waterfront of Croatia’s second-largest city. Then enjoy either an exploration of the archaeological site of Salona or a private opening

majestic Dinaric Mountains. Upon arrival in Kotor, disembark for a walking tour of the town’s historic center. Enjoy lunch en route to the old Montenegrin capital of Cetinje, home of the official residence of the president of Montenegro. Cetinje boasts a rich historical heritage as the cradle of Montenegrin culture and an Orthodox religious center. After a guided walk through the town, drive along a scenic route to the village of Njegusi to sample local specialties before returning to the ship for the captain’s farewell reception and dinner. Island Sky remains in Kotor overnight. Island Sky (B,L,D)

Friday, June 17

dubrovnik, CroatiaThe beautiful Dalmatian Coast reveals its grandeur as the Island Sky arrives in Dubrovnik’s Old Town Harbor this morning. Disembark the ship via tenders to explore the sites along the Stradun (or Placa), the main street of Dubrovnik, including the Franciscan Monastery, St. Blaise’s Church, the Rector’s Palace, and St. Onofrio’s Fountain. Enjoy lunch on your own, then visit the ancient site of Epidaurum at Cavtat or enjoy an afternoon at leisure. This evening, gather for dinner at one of Dubrovnik’s historic palaces followed by a performance by the noted Lindjo Croatian folkloric ensemble. Island Sky (B,D)

saTurday, June 18

dubrovnik / homeDisembark the ship and transfer to the airport for flights home. (B)

Experience the wide range of treasures that the Adriatic Sea countries have to offer, from the fascinating layers of history at the archaeological site at Butrint to fragrant lavender on the island of Hvar, the well-preserved Roman Temple of Augustus in Pula, and the culinary delights of Italy’s Apulia region.

SChedule by day Included meals are designated as B=breakfast, L=lunch, R=reception, D=dinner

OPTIONAL ExTENSIONSVenice, ItalyJune 8–11, 2016

Arrive in the majestic harbor of Venice for a two-night stay in one of Italy’s most enchanting cities, renowned for the beauty of its setting, architecture, and artworks. Along with its lagoon, the entire city is designated a World Heritage site. Take a private boat cruise among the islands of the lagoon, see the treasures of the Doge’s Palace before it opens to the public, and visit St. Mark’s Basilica after closing, when lighting on the mosaics reflects their golden gleam. Delve into the history of the Jewish Ghetto and its synagogues, and explore the art and gardens of Peggy Guggenheim’s canal-side contemporary museum. Ample free time for independent explorations is included. (2B,1L,1D)

Sarajevo, Mostar & Medjugorje bosnia & herzegovinaJune 18–21, 2016

Drive to Sarajevo, the capital of Bosnia and Herzegovina. An overview city tour includes houses of worship reflecting Saravejo’s historic diversity—among them the Gazi Husrev-Bey Mosque, the Jewish Synagogue, Sarajevo Cathedral, and the Orthodox Church—and sites related to World War I and the 1990s conflict, including the Latin bridge, Svrzo House, the History Museum, Snipers’ Alley, and the WWI Assassination Memorial. In Mostar, explore the ethnically divided city on either side of the iconic Stari Most bridge, a fine example of Islamic architecture. In Medjugorje visit pilgrimage sites where the Virgin Mary appeared in visions to local residents. (3B,2L,1D)

Additional details and pricing will be sent to

confirmed participants.

detaIlSActivity level: ModerateGroup size: 96 guestsCo-sponsors: Archaeological Institute of America, Stanford Alumni Association, and the Santa Barbara Museum of Art

What to expeCtThis is a moderately active trip that is at times physically demanding and busy. Navigating uneven terrain at architectural sites, walking on cobblestone pavement, and standing for up to two hours in museums or other sites are the most strenuous activities. Some locations may have stairs without handrails. In addition, travelers must be able to board the ship via a metal gangplank with rope handrails and get into/out of bobbing tenders for one shore excursion. Daytime temperatures during the trip will generally average in the mid to high 70s F, with occasional rain. Participants must be physically fit, active, and in good health. Participants with medical issues and/or dietary restrictions must make them known to us well before departure, and impairments regarding mobility must be disclosed prior to booking. If you have any questions about the level of activity of this program or your ability to participate, please call HAA Travels at 800-422-1636.

Experience the wide range of treasures that the Adriatic Sea countries have to offer, from the fascinating layers of history at the archaeological site at Butrint to fragrant lavender on the island of Hvar, the well-preserved Roman Temple of Augustus in Pula, and the culinary delights of Italy’s Apulia region.

Photo credits (From dreamstime.com): Bay of Kotor © rosshelen; Split © madrugadaverde; Rose window, Otranto © Fallostupido; Gregory of Nin statue © Lianem; Butrint © milosk50; Lavender © Lukaszimilena; Temple of Augustus, Pula © aleksej orel; Dubrovnik rooftops © david Beaulieu; Orechiette pasta © alessandrdo canova; Stari Most bridge © indurango. (From shutterstock.com): Gondolier, Venice © sergei chumakov.

Italy

Croatia

Albania

Bosnia and Herzegovina

Montenegro

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PULA

SPLIT

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DUBROVNIKKOTOR

SARANDE

BUTRINT

OTRANTOAIR

CRUISE

Venetian gondoliers and the Stari Most bridge in Mostar are icons of the pre- and post-trip optional extensions.

ISland Sky

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GENERAL INFORMATION

TOuR COST INCLuSIONS All accommodations, meals, and excursions as specified in the itinerary • Full program of briefings, lectures, and presentations • Transfers on program arrival/departure days • Baggage handling • Gratuities to porters, waitstaff, guides, drivers, and shipboard personnel • Entrance fees • Welcome and farewell wine receptions • Wine, beer, and soft drinks at lunch and dinner aboard Island Sky and at all group meals off the ship • Bottled water on motorcoaches • Professional tour manager throughout the program Entrance fees • $200,000 Emergency Medical Evacuation Insurance.

TOuR COST ExCLuSIONS U.S. domestic and international airfare; Passport or visa expenses; Medical expenses and immunizations; Airport transfers except as noted above; Travel and trip cancellation insurance; Optional excursions or deviations from the scheduled tour; Excess baggage charges; Meals not specified in the itinerary; Dishes and beverages not part of the included meals; Liquor; Personal items such as e-mail,

telephone and fax calls, laundry, and gratuities for non-group services.

RESERVATIONS, DEPOSITS, & FINAL PAyMENT To reserve a space on this program, a $1,000 deposit is required per person. Please either call us at 800-422-1636 or 617-496-0806 or fill out and mail or fax the registration form found in this brochure. Reservations are acknowledged in order of receipt until the maximum enrollment has been reached. Final payment deadline is February 11, 2016, 120 days prior to departure.

CANCELLATIONS & REFuNDS Notification of cancellation must be received in writing by HAA from the participant. Cancellations within 14 days of booking: full refund; cancellations received up to 120 days prior to departure will be assessed a cancellation fee of $1,000 per person. Cancellations received within 120 days prior to departure are subject to 100% penalty of all deposits and payments.

ITINERARy CHANGES The itinerary contained in this brochure is accurate at the time of printing. We reserve the right to change the program or accommodations as conditions warrant.

INSuRANCE We highly recommend the purchase of trip cancellation insurance. An application for insurance will be provided by HAA upon confirmation.

RESPONSIBILITy Certain other provisions apply regarding limitations of liability and rights of HAA and the tour operator. The statement of responsibility is available at http://alumni.harvard.edu/haa/travel/trips/adriatic-2016. If you are not able to access the internet, please call HAA Travels at 800-422-1636 or 617-496-0806.

DISCLAIMER Every reasonable effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented in this publication. Neither HAA nor the tour operator is responsible for errors in or damages resulting from use of the information contained herein. Information contained in this brochure is subject to change.

QuESTIONS Please call HAA Travels at 800-422-1636 or 617-496-0806, email: haatravels@harvard.edu

California Seller of Travel Program CST #2088800-40

Originally built in 1992 and refurbished and redecorated in 2010, Island Sky accommodates all guests in 57 outside suites, each with sea views, queen or twin beds, a sitting room area, flatscreen TV, safe, mini-refrigerator, and an en suite, marble-appointed bathroom with robe, slippers, and hair dryer. Several suites have private balconies. Spacious and finely decorated public areas include a large lounge and elegant bar and a library. The dining room accommodates everyone at one seating, and house wine, beer, and soft drinks are included at lunch and dinner. Wi-Fi access is available throughout the

AIRFARE U.S. domestic and international airfare is not included in the program rates. Round-trip economy-class airfare from New York to Venice, Italy, with return from Dubrovnik, Croatia, is approximately $1,800 as of July 2015 and is subject to change without notice. Information about making flight arrangements will be sent to all participants.

vessel (at additional cost and dependent upon satellite reception). The ship amenities also include a hairdresser, onboard clinic and doctor, elevator serving all passenger decks, and two sun decks, one with a bar. Island Sky is served by 75 experienced officers and crew.

prograM rateS, per personCATEGORY DOUBLE SINGLE

A $5,995 $8,995

Portholes (3 in cabin 250, 2 in cabin 252)

B $6,995 $10,495

Portholes (2, 3, or 4, depending on cabin)

C $8,495 $12,745

Windows (1 or 2, depending on cabin)

D $8,995 —

Window

E $10,495 —

Forward and side windows

F $11,995 —

Sliding glass door, private balcony

G $12,995 —

Sliding glass door, private balcony, walk-in closet

ExPLORER DECK

ERIKSON DECK

MARCO POLO DECK

COLUMBUS DECK

MAGELLAN DECK

To register, fill out this form and return to HAA Travels with your deposit of $1,000 per person.

Please return this form by mail to: HAA Travels, Harvard Alumni Association 124 Mount Auburn Street, 6th Floor, Cambridge, MA 02138 Or by fax: 617-496-4011

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LAND & RAIL

EXPLORING AUSTRALIA & NEW ZEALAND oct 17–noV 7, 2015 Jock PhiLLiPs

MOUNT EVEREST BASE CAMP TREK oct 25–noV 11, 2015

BEST OF PATAGONIA (BUENOS AIRES, SANTIAGO, CALAFATE & TORRES NATIONAL PARK) noV 6–19, 2015 JeFFrey QuiLter

NEW ZEALAND FOR STUDENTS & ALUMNI Jan 8–17, 2016

BOTSWANA & ZIMBABWE SAFARI Jan 10–22, 2016

CARNEVALE TRADITIONS IN VENICE Jan 26–FeB 1, 2016

SAN MIGUEL DE ALLENDE & COLONIAL MEXICO FeB 10–15, 2016

GATEWAY TO ICELAND FeB 12–15, 2016 stePhen mitcheLL

AUTHENTIC HAWAII mar 1–6, 2016

KENYA & TANZANIA: PRIDE OF EAST AFRICA mar 2–18, 2016

TREASURES OF JORDAN mar 9–19, 2016 carLos diaZ rosiLLo

MUST-SEE GUATEMALA mar 10–17, 2016

BERLIN: PAST & PRESENT aPr 6–16, 2016

EXPERIENCE THE MASTERS aPr 9–12, 2016

CUBA IN-DEPTH aPr 22–may 2, 2016 Jorge domingueZ

EXPLORING HAVANA, CUBA aPr 27–may 2, 2016

VILLAGE LIFE IN DORDOGNE may 12–20, 2016

MOROCCAN DISCOVERY may 13–26, 2016 sue WeaVer schoPF

INSIDE THE RUSSIAN SPACE PROGRAM may 24–Jun 1, 2016

THE DESERT KINGDOMS OF PERU may 25–Jun 5, 2016 JeFFrey QuiLter

HIMALAYAN KINGDOMS: TIBET, NEPAL & BHUTAN may 29–Jun 12, 2016 mark Van BaaLen

MONGOLIA: LAND OF THE BLUE SKY may 29–Jun 10, 2016 andreW Berry

TANZANIA: EXPLORING THE CRADLE OF HUMANKIND Jun 19–JuL 1, 2016

CLASSICAL HIGHLIGHTS OF CHINA June 22–JuLy 2, 2016

FRANK LLOYD WRIGHT’S AMERICA Jun 24–30, 2016

MOAB, UTAH Jun 13–17, 2016

SANTA FE: ART & LANDSCAPE IN THE CITY OF ENCHANTMENT JuL 27–31, 2016 John steWart

SILK ROAD ODYSSEY: THE FIVE ’STANS seP 6–23, 2016

CRUISES

CRUISING PATAGONIA’S CHILEAN FJORDS ON VIA AUSTRALIS oct 20–noV 2, 2015 mark Van BaaLen

SPAIN’S MEDITERRANEAN COAST: BARCELONA TO MALAGA ON SEA CLOUD oct 28–noV 4, 2015

INDIA, SRI LANKA & THE MALDIVES ON ISLAND SKY noV 27–dec 14, 2015

PASSAGE THROUGH THE PANAMA CANAL & COSTA RICA ON TERE MOANA Jan 1–9, 2016 Brian d. FarreLL

EXPEDITION TO ANTARCTICA ON LE BOREAL Jan 26–FeB 8, 2016 daVid aguiLar

CRUISING TAHITI & FRENCH POLYNESIA ON PAUL GAUGUIN FeB 4–14, 2016 roBert darnton

JOURNEY THROUGH THE PHILIPPINES ON CALEDONIAN SKY mar 12–28, 2016

DUTCH & FLEMISH LANDSCAPES ON AMAPRIMA aPr 10–18, 2016 thomas Forrest keLLy

JAPAN BY SEA ON CALEDONIAN SKY aPr 20–may 3, 2016 harVey coX & nina tumarkin

RIVIERAS & ISLANDS OF FRANCE, ITALY & SPAIN ON TERE MOANA may 6–14, 2016

JEWELS OF THE WESTERN MEDITTERANEAN: ROME TO MALAGA ON SEA CLOUD II may 11–20, 2016 James simPson

SPAIN & PORTUGAL ON SEA CLOUD may 17–29, 2016 michaeL mceLroy

IN THE WAKE OF THE VIKINGS ON LE BORÉAL Jun 8–16, 2016

ADRIATIC SEA & DALMATIAN COAST ON ISLAND SKY Jun 10–18, 2016 michaeL mccormick

THE BALTIC’S AMBER COAST ON SEA CLOUD II JuL 1–12, 2016 timothy J. coLton

CASTLES & PRIVATE COLLECTIONS OF THE CELTIC ISLES ON SEA CLOUD II JuL 22–aug 2, 2016 catherine mckenna

TRADE ROUTES OF COASTAL IBERIA ON LE LYRICAL seP 23–oct 1, 2016

RIVERS & LAKES

INDIA’S GANGES RIVER ON BENGAL GANGA dec 30–Jan 15, 2016 diana eck

EGYPT & JORDAN Jan 13–27, 2016

AMAZON RIVER ADVENTURE ON ZAFIRO FeB 19–28, 2016

PRIDE OF SOUTH AFRICA, NAMIBIA, BOTSWANA & ZIMBABWE ON ZAMBEZI QUEEN mar 3–17, 2016 Peter deL tredici

ELBE RIVER CRUISE: PRAGUE TO BERLIN ON SWISS RUBY aPr 26–may 6, 2016 roBert kieLy

WATERWAYS OF FRANCE ON THE AMADEUS FLEET may 29–Jun 9, 2016 susan suLeiman

VIENNA TO BUCHAREST ABOARD ROYAL CROWN Jun 3–13, 2016 michaeL shinageL

THE LOWER DANUBE: MEDIEVAL TO MODERN (VIENNA TO BUCHAREST) ON ROYAL CROWN Jun 10–21, 2016 michaeL shinageL

WATERWAYS OF RUSSIA ON VOLGA DREAM Jun 15–25, 2016 caroL saiVetZ

SYMPHONY ON THE BLUE DANUBE ON AMADEUS SILVER II JuL 13–24, 2016

PASSAGE OF LEWIS & CLARK ON AMERICAN EMPRESS aug 13–21, 2016

FAMILy ADVENTuRES & SPRING BREAK

TANZANIA FAMILY SAFARI dec 26, 2015– Jan 6, 2016 James engeLL

FAMILY GALAPAGOS ON SANTA CRUZ II JuL 19–26, 2016 Warren ZaPoL

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