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A Musical Voyage with Musicians from the Blair School of Music

ClassiC islands of the mediterranean sea

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Dear Vanderbilt Travelers and Friends, It is commonplace of guidebooks to speak of the long and rich and varied history of the Mediterranean and of the layers upon layers of civilizations whose remains are preserved here. This voyage from Istanbul to Rome shows why. The itinerary encompasses some of the very oldest sites in Europeprehistoric temples on Malta and magnificent Bronze Age sites on Sardinia and Crete. It takes in, as well, some of the most beautifully preserved Byzantine and Gothic art and architecture to be found anywhere in the Mediterraneanon Chios and Corsica. And at the very heart of the voyage is Sicily, home to the stunning Doric temples at Selinunte. In addition to the rich lecture and discussion sessions you will be treated to special concerts by our own Vanderbilt Blair School musicians, Amy Jarman, Melissa Rose, John Johns, and Chris Teal. They will offer a total of four recitals, two of which will take place at elegant venues ashoreThe Nomikos Foundation on Santorini and the Palazzo Parisio in Valletta, Malta. This is the first time Blair School musicians will be featured on a Corinthian II voyage. As Corinthian II moves from island to island along this leisurely route, we will explore no fewer than three UNESCO World Heritage sites: the new monastery (Nea Moni) on Chios; the Tarxien Temples on Malta; and the mysterious defensive fortification of Su Nuraxi on Sardinia. In addition, we will discover remains of Minoan civilization on Santorini and Crete, the westernmost outpost of Classical Greek civilization at Selinunte, and the medieval old-town of Bonifacio, Corsica. Professor Carla Antonaccio, Chair of the Classical Studies Department at Duke University, and Josef Chytry of the University of California, Berkeley, will share responsibility for introducing us to these various cultures and shaping our understanding of their origins and legacies. I encourage you to strongly consider this unique opportunity to travel with four outstanding Blair musicians aboard the Corinthian II, giving an entirely new and incomparably deeper meaning to island hopping. We look forward to welcoming you aboard this summer as we set sail for Classic Islands of the Mediterranean. Please join us as we give an entirely new and incomparably deeper meaning to island hopping. Sincerely,

John Hindle, BA68, PhD81 President Vanderbilt Alumni Association P.S. At the drastically reduced rates, we expect the voyage to sell out quickly. Make your reservation today.
Cover: The village of Phira on Santorini and its iconic architecture

onboard Enrichment program

this voyage from istanbul to rome combines awe-inspiring prehistoric, ancient, and medieval sites with commentary and context from two expert and experienced scholars and teachers. their lectures and discussions will deepen understanding of the cultures that once thrived among these islands and of the legacies of those cultures in the wider Western world. We will also be joined by a group of accomplished musicians from the blair School of Music at Vanderbilt university. their recitals promise to enrich our lives as they entertain our spirits.

Cruise, Explore & Enjoy Sublime Music

Meet Our Accompanying Musicians
We are pleased to have aboard with us four superb musicians whose concerts at historic places ashore will be arranged exclusively for travelers of this voyage.
Soprano Amy Jarman is a frequent performer whose repertoire ranges from art song to sacred works, opera to musical theatre, and from traditional to new music. The Nashville Tennessean has called hers an exquisite voice and the Los Angeles Times has hailed her radiant tone and moving phrasing. Christian Teal is the first violinist of the Blair String Quartet and the Joseph Joachim Professor of Violin at the Blair School of Music at Vanderbilt University. He has performed widely in many venues both national and international. Melissa Rose has performed to great acclaim as a collaborative pianist in Russia, Argentina, and throughout the United States. She is an alumna of the University of Michigan and the Yale School of Music. At his New York debut at Carnegie Hall, The New York Times praised John Johns as a first-rate performer with sure fingers and a firm techniquea sensitive instrumentalist. The Guitar Review described him as an unforgettable guitarist!

Study leaders
CARlA M. AnTonACCio, Chair of the Department of Classical Studies at Duke University, is a field archeologist whose research on the late Bronze Age and later phases in the Aegean and Mediterranean has spanned a career of almost three decades. JoSEF ChyTRy is Senior Adjunct Professor of Critical Studies at the California College of the Arts, University of California, Berkeley. He has also been a lecturer in the humanities at the University of California Extension program since 1989.

Right: Maltas Palazzo Parisio, site of one of our private concerts

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Friday, July 27, 2012 FlY FroM uSA Saturday, July 28 iStANbul, turkey | eMbArK Arrive in Istanbul and transfer to Corinthian II. (D) Sunday, July 29 ChioS, greece Awaken this morning in Chios, the Greek island claiming to be Homers birthplace. The islands volcanic rock formations and deep green valleys forge a landscape of stunning color oppositions and intricate appearances. Visit the 11th-century Monastery of Nea Moni, a UNESCO World Heritage site and one of the most important ecclesiastical monuments in Greece. The monastery sits majestically in a wooded vale and is decorated throughout with exquisite frescoes and mosaics. (B, L, D) Monday, July 30 SANtoriNi From the sea, enjoy a beautiful view of the village of Phira on Santorini. In the 2nd millennium b.c., volcanic eruptions shrouded the island in a blanket of pumice and ash, preserving many buildings in the town of Akrotiri. At the time of the eruptions, Akrotiri was inhabited by a sophisticated Bronze Age society. Visit the Museum of Prehistoric Thira before continuing to the unspoiled town of Oia for time at leisure. Our musical performance will take place at the Nomikos Foundation. (B, L, D) Tuesday, July 31 ChANiA or KNoSSoS | rethYMNoN, Crete Land in Crete, the island that was home of the Minoan civilization, Europes first. In the morning, visit Chania, perhaps Cretes loveliest city, with its historic walled town and picturesque Venetian harbor. Alternatively, you may tour Knossos, the most imposing Minoan palace of the island, or explore Cretes magnificent southern country. In the afternoon, tour the town of Rethymnon, with its unmistakable Venetian character. (B, L, D)

Cretes Minoan Palace at Knossos, the labyrinth of myth

Wednesday, August 1 At SeA Attend lectures and enjoy a concert aboard ship as we sail toward Malta. (B, L, D) Thursday, August 2 VAllettA, Malta Corinthian II will enter the historic Grand Harbor of Valletta, Maltas capital. In the morning explore St. Johns Co-Cathedral and the National Museum of Archaeology. Then its a short drive to the remarkable Tarxien Temples, which date back to 2800 b.c. Our music recital will be held in the ornate salon of the Palazzo Parisio, a private palace with stunning gardens and architecture. (B, L, D) Friday, August 3 SeliNuNte or MotYA & SegeStA, Sicily, italy Call at Marsala for a choice of excursions that will reveal the wealth of the monuments of

The splendid Greek amphitheater in Segesta, Sicily

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Sicily. Drive to Selinunte, the most westerly Greek colony in Sicily, founded in 650 b.c. A highland overlooking the sea provides a tranquil setting for the expansive ruins of what was once among the islands most progressive cities. Return to the ship for lunch before exploring the Museo Anselmi, housed in a stone-vaulted warehouse. Its prime exhibit is a Punic warship discovered off the coast, possibly sunk during a naval battle in 241 b.c and from which a number of relics have been recovered, including some intriguing contraband. Alternatively, drive to Motya, an 8th-century b.c. Phoenician commercial base, founded on a small island, now connected to Sicily by a causeway. Continue to Segesta for a glimpse of its magnificent Doric temple, built in 420 b.c. and ranked as one of the best-preserved ancient Greek sites to be found anywhere. But what especially commends this site is its setting. The ruins stand in majestic solitude atop a bucolic hill with virtually no modern-day structures marring the vista, making it easy to imagine what Sicily was like in ancient times. (B, L, D) Saturday, August 4 Su NurAXi | NorA | CAgliAri, Sardinia Arrive in Cagliari, Sardinias capital, built on a hill facing the sea. Disembark and drive to the village of Barumini to visit Su Nuraxi, Sardinias most important and impressive nuraghic complex and a UNESCO Heritage site. After lunch aboard ship, spend time at leisure to explore Cagliari on your own, or take an excursion to Nora, whose ancient remains date from the Carthaginian and Roman periods. (B, L, D) Sunday, August 5 boNiFACio, Corsica, France Stroll through the striking village of Bonifacio, with its winding medieval lanes and brightly colored houses. Admire the fine Gothic architecture and dramatic limestone cliffs. Attend a final recital aboard ship. (B, L, D) Monday, August 6 CiVitAVeCChiA | diSeMbArK | roMe, italy | FlY to uSA Disembark in Civitavecchia and transfer to the airport in Rome for return flights to the U.S. (B)

2-Night optional Pre/Post-Cruise extensions

Tour the principal landmarks of Istanbul (pre-cruise) and/or Rome (post-cruise). Included: Two nights at the deluxe Pera Palace Hotel (Istanbul) and/or Hotel Bernini Bristol (Rome) with breakfast and one lunch; guided sightseeing; and ship/hotel/airport transfers. Please note that these extensions are at an additional cost to the main voyage.

The stunning cliffs of Bonifacio, Corsica

Spectacular mosaics adorn the ruins at Nora, Sardinia

The quaint, colorful harbor of Rethymnon, Crete

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The superb Greek ruins of Selinunte, dating to the 5th century b.c.

program inclusions
9-night cruise aboard the all-suite, 114-guest Corinthian II Private recitals by accompanying artists aboard ship and at exclusive venues ashore Complete program of tours and excursions Welcome and farewell cocktail receptions aboard ship All meals aboard ship, including house wine, beer, and soft drinks with lunch and dinner Open bar aboard ship throughout the cruise Enrichment program of lectures and discussions by accompanying study leaders Professional Travel Dynamics International tour staff Complete pre-departure materials Baggage handling and transfers abroad on the designated program arrival and departure dates Port and embarkation taxes Gratuities to porters, guides, and drivers
noT inCluDED: Airfare; visa and passport fees (if applicable); luggage and trip cancellation insurance; meals, soft drinks, and alcoholic beverages other than those specified above; personal expenses such as laundry, telephone calls, faxes, and e-mail service; and gratuities to shipboard personnel

In an era of mega cruise ships that carry thousands of passengers, Corinthian II is a delightful alternative. More like a private yacht than a cruise ship, Corinthian II accommodates only 114 guests in 57 suites. Corinthian IIs limited guest capacity, fine facilities, and distinctive style of operation attract like-minded travelers who return again and again to enjoy its custom-crafted itineraries and a style of cruising that is rarely found today. More than just a cruise, each voyage provides a comprehensive experience that reveals the singular aspects of the destinations. Aboard, a sense of community and a spirit of camaraderie prevail. All of Corinthian IIs suites face outside, providing views of the sea and landscape. Several have a private balcony. There are expansive open deck areas and other facilities, including a gym, library, beauty salon, two lounges, a sun deck with Jacuzzi, and an outdoor cafe. A spacious restaurant accommodates all guests in an open, unassigned seating. The cuisine is outstanding, and the overall service is efficient and friendly while unobtrusive. An elevator serves all decks. A resident physician attends a well-equipped infirmary. Served by 70 seasoned officers and crew, Corinthian II complies with the latest international safety regulations and is outfitted with the most current navigational technology.

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All accommodations aboard Corinthian II are suites. They face outside, affording sea views, and several have balconies with sliding doors. All include two twin-size beds that can convert to a queen-size bed, sitting area, mini-refrigerator, safe, spacious closets, climate control, telephone, TV, DVD/CD player, and bathroom with marble vanity, shower, and other amenities.

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Deluxe suites on Magellan Deck with portholes and sitting area. 225 sq. ft. Suites 250 - 252 Deluxe suites on Columbus Deck with window and sitting area. 225 sq. ft. Suites 329 - 332 Deluxe suites on Magellan Deck with portholes and sitting area. 235 sq. ft. Suites 254 - 262 Deluxe suites on Columbus Deck with window and sitting area. 235 sq. ft. Suites 333 - 348 Deluxe suites on Marco Polo Deck with window and sitting area. 235 sq. ft. Suites 416 - 428 Deluxe suites on Marco Polo Deck with forward and side windows and sitting area. 285 sq. ft. Suites 414 - 415 Deluxe Veranda Suites on Erickson Deck with private balcony and sitting area. 300 sq. ft. Suites 505 - 512 Deluxe Penthouse Suites on Explorer Deck with private balcony and sitting area. 400 sq. ft. Suites 601 - 604

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$3,995 $4,495 $4,995 $5,495 $5,995 $6,395 $6,945 $7,495

$7,995 $8,995 $9,995 $10,995 $11,995

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Explorer Deck
511 509 507 505
Sun Deck Outdoor Caf Bridge

512 510 508 506

Erickson Deck
427 425 423 421
Library The Club

419 417 415

428 426 424 422 420 418 416 414

Marco Polo Deck

347 345 343 341 339
Lounge Reception

335 333 331 329

348 346 344 342 340 338 336 334 332 330

$12,795 $13,895 $14,995

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261 259 257 255
Hospital

262 260 258 256 254 252 250

Magellan Deck

Single SUPPleMenT: A limited number of cabins in Categories A & B are available for solo travelers at a supplement of $1,495 to the per person, double occupancy rates.

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General InformatIon
Payment Schedule: A deposit of $1,500 per person is required to reserve your space on the tour. For your convenience, you may charge your deposit to your American Express, Visa, Discover, or MasterCard. Final payment is due 90 days prior to departure. Credit cards are not accepted for final payment. However, personal checks are accepted for both deposits and final payment. cancellatIonS & refundS: All cancellations are subject to a $300 per person fee. Cancellations received 61-90 days prior to departure will be assessed a penalty equal to 50% of the total program cost per person. Cancellations received within 60 days of departure are subject to 100% cancellation penalties. InSurance: We strongly recommend the purchase of trip cancellation insurance, which is available for coverage of expenses in conjunction with cancellation due to illness or accident. Baggage insurance is also recommended. In the event that you must cancel your participation in a travel program, trip cancellation insurance may be the only source of reimbursement. ItInerary: The itinerary, accommodations, and arrangements are subject to change at the discretion of Travel Dynamics International. reSPonSIbIlIty: Please read carefully the following terms and conditions, which constitute the sole, legally enforceable agreements between the passenger and Travel Dynamics International and the tours sponsoring organization. The passenger is also advised to review his/ her separate ticket passage contract with the vessels owner/operator, which will constitute the sole, legally enforceable terms of carriage for this tour and is available on request from Travel Dynamics International. Travel Dynamics International and the tours sponsoring organization act solely as agents for the passenger with respect to all transportation, hotel and other tour arrangements. 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In the event of cancellation, delay or rescheduling mandated by any of the aforesaid causes beyond our control, the passenger shall have the option of accepting in lieu of the original tour such rescheduled tour or other substituted tour(s) as may be offered by us, or else, receiving a refund of as much of such advance tour expenditures as we are able to recover on the passengers behalf from carriers, third-party tour vendors, etc., but, we shall not have any obligation or liability to the passenger beyond the foregoing. We reserve the right to make alterations to the tours itinerary and to substitute hotels, ships, or lecturers if this is required. We reserve the right to cancel, delay, or reschedule any tour prior to departure, and, so long as this is not due to any of the aforesaid causes beyond our control, the passenger shall be entitled to a full refund of all monies paid to that point if he/she so desires. No refund shall be made for any unused portion of any tour. 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Pro gram Fe atures & H ighligh ts

Sample an array of locally grown products during lunch at Agreco Farm in Crete Explore the Neolithic ruins of Hagar Qim which stands atop a hill on the southern edge of the island of Malta overlooking the sea

Enjoy performances by musicians from Vanderbilt Universitys Blair School of Music, one of Americas premier institutions dedicated to music education and expression Discover some of the most beautiful islands in the Mediterranean Sea Sail into the spectacular fjord-like waterway of Corsicas Bonifacio Visit an 11th-century monastic complex built by an emperor
The Grand Harbor of Valletta, Malta
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