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Reserve your trip to Spain today! NEW ULTIMATE FLEXIBILITY-The AHI Travel Passenger Protection Plan now offers a low-cost Any Reason Cancellation feature. Book worry free! | included Features | Trip #:1-22137W NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas, entry/departure fees; personal gratuities; laundry and dry clean- LAND PROGRAM Send to: Spain’s Costa Verde ing; excursions, wines, liquors, mineral waters and meals not The Johns Hopkins University mentioned in this brochure under included features; travel ACCOMMODATIONS Paid c/o AHI Travel insurance; all items of a strictly personal nature. May 1-11, 2015 MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to International Tower-Suite 600 • Three nights in Madrid, Spain, at the deluxe Hotel Wellington. AHI Travel decline to accept or to retain any person as a member of this U.S. Postage 8550 W. Bryn Mawr Avenue trip who, in the opinion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel or whose Std. 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If connecting flights are requested, special pro- motional fares may be used, in which case penalties of as much Tea or coffee is included with all meals, plus wine with dinner. Take advantage of leisure time as 100% may be assessed by the airlines if reservations are changed or canceled after ticketing. After departure, if the All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and do not include air program costs to try local cuisine independently. Top to bottom: Email:______reservations are changed, you will be charged the higher, all (unless otherwise stated). Single accommodations are an additional $1,095 (limited availability). Plaza Mayor, Madrid year Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINER- • Sample authentic regional specialties at local restaurants. ARY MUST BE REQUESTED NO LATER THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO Church bell (2) ______DEPARTURE. 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Excess baggage • All deluxe motor coach transfers in the Land Program itinerary and baggage handling on Coastline, Santander charges for additional or oversized/overweight pieces are Day 1 Depart Gateway CityA Street Address: ______expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your April 30-May 11, 2015 these transfers are included. wardrobe accordingly. Transport of baggage and personal Los Picos de Europa effects is at the owner's risk throughout the travel program. Day 2 Arrive in Madrid, Spain Dear Johns Hopkins Alumni and Friends, City: ______AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES AND AUDIO RECORDINGS- YOUR EXCITING TRAVEL PROGRAM On occasion, AHI Travel obtains, from its staff, or from trip par- Our personalized air program allows you to Day 3 Madrid We are excited to invite you on a trip to Spain’s Costa Verde, the ticipants, photographic or video images of passengers and trip (For details, see the day-by-day itinerary.) “Architecture should speak of State: ______ZIP: ______activities. By participating in this travel program, you authorize select your flights, routing, class of service Day 4 Toledo | Madrid AHI Travel, without providing compensation to you, or obtaining Green Coast. This northern coast of Spain is unlike any other region of additional approvals from you, to include photographic and • Informative educational programs presented by local experts to enhance your insight its time and place, but yearn video recordings of you, as well as voice recordings included and dates of travel in consultation with one Day 5 Segovia | León Spain. 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In Land and AHI FlexAir Program or other services. All such persons or entities are independent Day 8 Santillana del Mar | Comillas | Our journey begins in Madrid, the Spanish capital. We’ll spend some (b. 1929), Ì contractors. As a result, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring • All excursions: I/we reserve the Land Program and request the AHI FlexAir to Madrid, Spain, Association are not liable for any negligence or willful act of any most cases, transfers between the airport and Santander time exploring the heartland and venture out to the cities of Toledo and Canadian-American architect with a return from Bilbao to depart from: such person or entity or any third person. In addition and with- – See the highlights of Madrid, capital of Spain. out limitation, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association are hotel/cruise ship will be included on arrival Day 9 Bilbao | San Sebastián Segovia before heading north to the great medieval city of León. 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Their experienced, professional staff has offered the I prefer single accommodations at an additional $1,095 (limited availability). other information current at the time of printing, are subject to – Stroll through the towns of Santillana del Mar and Comillas. walled city of Toledo; Leon’s Gothic cathedral; and Frank Gehry’s Spanish architect Ì I request assistance in securing a roommate but will accept a single, if one is change at or before the time of departure. No revisions of the the case of schedule changes or delays that conditions. Many excursions in this program highest level of service in innovative travel programs since 1962. available at this time, and pay the single supplement. Should a roommate be printed itinerary or its included features are anticipated; how- – Enjoy a visit to the Guggenheim ever, the right is reserved to make any changes, with or without involve an element of walking. signature titanium swirls in Bilbao. 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Sebastián. Educational Focus: Contemporary Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a History of Basque Country. Learn about Farewell Reception and Dinner. recent events in Basque Country and how Day Twelve b they have affected the development of this unique part of Spain. Transfer to the airport for the return flight to your gateway city.A Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao Day Eleven b | d Note: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events prehistoric art that decorates the walls of Saint Jean de Luz, France | may change. Many excursions in this program involve San Sebastián, Spain an element of walking. the cave near the city. Comillas features Included meals indicated each day as Cathedral, León Toledo Excursion: French Basque Country. Gran Vía, Madrid an interesting combination of historic and B | L | D = Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner. modernist architecture. One of the highlights Discover Basque Country north of the border. Venture into France and explore a Los Picos de Europa, a limestone mountain in Comillas is El Capricho, a fanciful creation Above left: Saint Jean de Luz, France de madrid al cielo. Basque town along the coast. Visit charming range, offer a dramatic welcome to the Costa of Cataluña’s most famous architect, Antoni Left: Santander (From madrid to heaven.) Gaudí. Saint Jean de Luz. Above: El Capricho, a building designed by Antoni Verde. Visit Santander, Santillana del Mar, Gaudí, Comillas ~ Spanish proverb Bilbao and San Sebastián, all stops along the Local Flavor: Stop for lunch in Comillas. Independent Exploration: Enjoy time at leisure in Saint Jean de Luz for lunch. The Camino de Santiago de Compostela, the Way Day Nine b | l | d of St. James and treasures in their own right. PrOgram Bilbao | San Sebastián A journey through old Castile completes | aCCOmmOdatiONS | Santillana del Mar Excursion: Bilbao, a Modern Basque HigHligHtS your experience. Discover the authentic City. Visit Bilbao and the Guggenheim • Explore the stunning coastal and personalities of Basque Country, Cantabria to Spain, where his tomb was discovered in Museum, designed by acclaimed architect mountain landscapes of the and Old Castile. the ninth century. Today, about 70,000 people Frank Gehry. Inside the museum’s iconic, Costa Verde. travel El Camino each year, but during the 11th Day One Basque dancers undulating titanium curves, you can admire • Journey through the heartland of and 12th centuries, 500,000 pilgrims annually A an excellent collection of contemporary Spain to Madrid, Toledo and Segovia. Depart for Madrid, Spain. made their way to Santiago de Compostela. AProvided for AHI FlexAir participants. Moorish and Christian culture in this elegant masterpieces by artists ranging from • Take a scenic drive through Los Picos walled city. See the Gothic cathedral, a 14th- Day Seven b | l | d de Kooning to Rothko. de Europa, the limestone mountain Day Two century synagogue and a 10th-century mosque. range that forms Spain’s largest Los Picos de Europa | Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch at a restaurant Madrid, Spain See El Greco’s “The Burial of the Count of Santander national park. Aqueduct, Segovia in Bilbao. Arrive at Madrid-Barajas Airport. TransferA to Orgaz” inside Santo Tomé Church. Excursion: Los Picos de Europa. This • Follow in the footsteps of pilgrims who Upon arrival in San Sebastián, check in to the have traveled the Santiago de the Hotel Wellington. Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch at a restaurant in are known for their cuisine, which emphasize morning, depart for Santander via the Picos de Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra in San Compostela pilgrimage route in This evening, gather with your fellow travelers Toledo’s Old Town. local ingredients and regional specialties. Europa National Park, Spain’s oldest national Sebastián. park and a UNESCO biosphere reserve. León. at a Welcome Reception. Day Five b | l | d Day Six b Educational Focus: The History of Sailors returning from the New World knew • See the artistic treasures of the Day Three b Segovia | León León Northern Spain. Basque Country — País they were close to home once they saw the Vasco in Castilian and Euskadi in the Basque Guggeheim Museum Bilbao. Madrid Excursion: Segovia, Heart of Castile. Excursion: León, a Medieval Treasure. craggy limestone peaks in the distance. language — is one of the most intriguing • Discover Spain’s Basque Country in Stroll streets lined with Romanesque churches Excursion: The Spanish Capital. Madrid Built on the site of a Roman camp, León grew Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch served at a regions in Spain. There is a mystique about Bilbao and San Sebastián before visiting and 15th-century palaces. Visit the Plaza Mayor. has been the capital of Spain since the mid- to become a major stop along the Santiago de restaurant en route to Santander. the Basque region and its people, who are Saint Jean de Luz in France’s Basque See the Roman aqueduct that was built at the Spain’s Costa Verde, the Green Coast, considered by many to be the country’s 16th century, but it was an established city Compostela pilgrimage route. Among its high- most commonly believed to be descendants of region. end of the first century and the 14th-century Check in to the Hotel Real in Santander. for many centuries before that. Discover its lights are the Gothic cathedral, San Isidoro the Vascones, a tribe that lived in this region most beautiful area, enchants all who visit. This lush region stretches across historic medieval center. See the Royal Palace, Alcázar. Basilica and the Royal Pantheon. Day Eight b | l | d long before the Romans invaded the peninsula. HOTEL WELLINGTON| MADRID HOTEL REAL | SANTANDER HOTEL DE LONDRES Y Spain’s northern coast next to the Bay of Biscay. The inland mountains created Plaza Mayor and Plaza España. Travel along the Local Flavor: Savor regional specialties Educational Focus: El Camino de Santillana del Mar | | UNESCO | Local Flavor: Visit a restaurant in San DE INGLATERRA | SAN SEBASTIÁN Gran Vía, the city’s beautiful main boulevard. during lunch in Segovia. Santiago de Compostela. Since the ninth Comillas This deluxe hotel, near Madrid’s Retiro Park in Surrounded by its gardens, the Hotel Real faces this verdant wonderland by trapping the Atlantic sea breezes and moisture along Los Picos de Europa, a UNESCO Biosphere Sebastián, a city known around the world for Independent Exploration: The afternoon Continue to León, where you will check in to century, León has welcomed pilgrims traveling Excursion: Towns of the Costa Verde. the elegant Salamanca neighborhood, is within Santander’s famous coastline and overlooks Situated in the heart of San Sebastián and the coast. On this journey, discover Madrid and Spain’s heartland before venturing Reserve, and the UNESCO World Heritage its delectable cuisine, for a dinner of Basque walking distance of the museums of the Art PARADOR DE LEÓN | LEÓN Bay of Biscay, also known as the Cantabrian and evening are at leisure. the Parador de León. This parador is a former on El Camino de Santiago de Compostela, the Travel the scenic coast to Santillana del Mar, overlooking pretty Concha Beach and the Bay sites of the Old Town of Segovia and its specialties. Triangle. The hotel’s restaurants serve local This one-of-a-kind hotel was a 16th-century Sea. Originally built to lodge the guests of the of Biscay, this elegant hotel is close to many of to the Costa Verde, renowned for its natural beauty. Enjoy pastoral scenes, monastery that was built in the 16th century Way of St. James of Compostela. According one of Spain’s most historic cities and one of Aqueduct, the Historic City of Toledo and Day Four b | l and international fare. The hotel also has a monastery that welcomed pilgrims making their royal family on their vacations in Santander, the town’s highlights. Marvel at breathtaking to lodge pilgrims traveling to Santiago de to tradition, James the Apostle introduced the major stops on the Way of St. James. Enjoy Day Ten b dramatic mountain views and ocean vistas. Savor delicious local cuisine and a the Route of Santiago de Compostela in Toledo library, spa, fitness center and Wi-Fi. way across Europe to Santiago de Compostela. the Hotel Real is elegant and regal. Enjoy views from the terrace, and sample delicious León are featured in this program. Compostela. Christianity to Spain and later traveled to free time in Santillana del Mar to explore the San Sebastián Cantabrian cuisine at the restaurant, and regional cuisine served in the restaurant. glass of refreshing cider, a Basque specialty, while making memories of a lifetime. Excursion: Toledo, the Cultural Capital. Relax in elegant surroundings, which include a Local Flavor: Tonight, dinner is served at the Judea, where he was martyred. It is said that town or visit the Altamira National Museum, Excursion: A Walk Through San courtyard, a library and a restaurant that serves unwind at the state-of-the-art thalassotherapy Wi-Fi is available. Discover a harmonious blend of Jewish, parador. The restaurants in Spain’s paradors St. James’ followers brought his remains back which contains exhibits about the famous Sebastián. Stroll through San Sebastián — regional specialties. Wi-Fi is available. spa. Wi-Fi is available. Donostia in the Basque language — to see restaurants are known for fresh seafood the highlights of this popular resort town and the local wine. Spend some time along the Bay of Biscay. It is considered to be exploring the town before returning to San one of the most beautiful cities in Spain. Sebastián. Educational Focus: Contemporary Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a History of Basque Country. Learn about Farewell Reception and Dinner. recent events in Basque Country and how Day Twelve b they have affected the development of this unique part of Spain. Transfer to the airport for the return flight to your gateway city.A Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao Day Eleven b | d Note: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events prehistoric art that decorates the walls of Saint Jean de Luz, France | may change. Many excursions in this program involve San Sebastián, Spain an element of walking. the cave near the city. Comillas features Included meals indicated each day as Cathedral, León Toledo Excursion: French Basque Country. Gran Vía, Madrid an interesting combination of historic and B | L | D = Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner. modernist architecture. One of the highlights Discover Basque Country north of the border. Venture into France and explore a Los Picos de Europa, a limestone mountain in Comillas is El Capricho, a fanciful creation Above left: Saint Jean de Luz, France de madrid al cielo. Basque town along the coast. Visit charming range, offer a dramatic welcome to the Costa of Cataluña’s most famous architect, Antoni Left: Santander (From madrid to heaven.) Gaudí. Saint Jean de Luz. Above: El Capricho, a building designed by Antoni Verde. Visit Santander, Santillana del Mar, Gaudí, Comillas ~ Spanish proverb Bilbao and San Sebastián, all stops along the Local Flavor: Stop for lunch in Comillas. Independent Exploration: Enjoy time at leisure in Saint Jean de Luz for lunch. The Camino de Santiago de Compostela, the Way Day Nine b | l | d of St. James and treasures in their own right. PrOgram Bilbao | San Sebastián A journey through old Castile completes | aCCOmmOdatiONS | Santillana del Mar Excursion: Bilbao, a Modern Basque HigHligHtS your experience. Discover the authentic City. Visit Bilbao and the Guggenheim • Explore the stunning coastal and personalities of Basque Country, Cantabria to Spain, where his tomb was discovered in Museum, designed by acclaimed architect mountain landscapes of the and Old Castile. the ninth century. Today, about 70,000 people Frank Gehry. Inside the museum’s iconic, Costa Verde. travel El Camino each year, but during the 11th Day One Basque dancers undulating titanium curves, you can admire • Journey through the heartland of and 12th centuries, 500,000 pilgrims annually A an excellent collection of contemporary Spain to Madrid, Toledo and Segovia. Depart for Madrid, Spain. made their way to Santiago de Compostela. AProvided for AHI FlexAir participants. Moorish and Christian culture in this elegant masterpieces by artists ranging from • Take a scenic drive through Los Picos walled city. See the Gothic cathedral, a 14th- Day Seven b | l | d de Kooning to Rothko. de Europa, the limestone mountain Day Two century synagogue and a 10th-century mosque. range that forms Spain’s largest Los Picos de Europa | Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch at a restaurant Madrid, Spain See El Greco’s “The Burial of the Count of Santander national park. Aqueduct, Segovia in Bilbao. Arrive at Madrid-Barajas Airport. TransferA to Orgaz” inside Santo Tomé Church. Excursion: Los Picos de Europa. This • Follow in the footsteps of pilgrims who Upon arrival in San Sebastián, check in to the have traveled the Santiago de the Hotel Wellington. Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch at a restaurant in are known for their cuisine, which emphasize morning, depart for Santander via the Picos de Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra in San Compostela pilgrimage route in This evening, gather with your fellow travelers Toledo’s Old Town. local ingredients and regional specialties. Europa National Park, Spain’s oldest national Sebastián. park and a UNESCO biosphere reserve. León. at a Welcome Reception. Day Five b | l | d Day Six b Educational Focus: The History of Sailors returning from the New World knew • See the artistic treasures of the Day Three b Segovia | León León Northern Spain. Basque Country — País they were close to home once they saw the Vasco in Castilian and Euskadi in the Basque Guggeheim Museum Bilbao. Madrid Excursion: Segovia, Heart of Castile. Excursion: León, a Medieval Treasure. craggy limestone peaks in the distance. language — is one of the most intriguing • Discover Spain’s Basque Country in Stroll streets lined with Romanesque churches Excursion: The Spanish Capital. Madrid Built on the site of a Roman camp, León grew Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch served at a regions in Spain. There is a mystique about Bilbao and San Sebastián before visiting and 15th-century palaces. Visit the Plaza Mayor. has been the capital of Spain since the mid- to become a major stop along the Santiago de restaurant en route to Santander. the Basque region and its people, who are Saint Jean de Luz in France’s Basque See the Roman aqueduct that was built at the Spain’s Costa Verde, the Green Coast, considered by many to be the country’s 16th century, but it was an established city Compostela pilgrimage route. Among its high- most commonly believed to be descendants of region. end of the first century and the 14th-century Check in to the Hotel Real in Santander. for many centuries before that. Discover its lights are the Gothic cathedral, San Isidoro the Vascones, a tribe that lived in this region most beautiful area, enchants all who visit. This lush region stretches across historic medieval center. See the Royal Palace, Alcázar. Basilica and the Royal Pantheon. Day Eight b | l | d long before the Romans invaded the peninsula. HOTEL WELLINGTON| MADRID HOTEL REAL | SANTANDER HOTEL DE LONDRES Y Spain’s northern coast next to the Bay of Biscay. The inland mountains created Plaza Mayor and Plaza España. Travel along the Local Flavor: Savor regional specialties Educational Focus: El Camino de Santillana del Mar | | UNESCO | Local Flavor: Visit a restaurant in San DE INGLATERRA | SAN SEBASTIÁN Gran Vía, the city’s beautiful main boulevard. during lunch in Segovia. Santiago de Compostela. Since the ninth Comillas This deluxe hotel, near Madrid’s Retiro Park in Surrounded by its gardens, the Hotel Real faces this verdant wonderland by trapping the Atlantic sea breezes and moisture along Los Picos de Europa, a UNESCO Biosphere Sebastián, a city known around the world for Independent Exploration: The afternoon Continue to León, where you will check in to century, León has welcomed pilgrims traveling Excursion: Towns of the Costa Verde. the elegant Salamanca neighborhood, is within Santander’s famous coastline and overlooks Situated in the heart of San Sebastián and the coast. On this journey, discover Madrid and Spain’s heartland before venturing Reserve, and the UNESCO World Heritage its delectable cuisine, for a dinner of Basque walking distance of the museums of the Art PARADOR DE LEÓN | LEÓN Bay of Biscay, also known as the Cantabrian and evening are at leisure. the Parador de León. This parador is a former on El Camino de Santiago de Compostela, the Travel the scenic coast to Santillana del Mar, overlooking pretty Concha Beach and the Bay sites of the Old Town of Segovia and its specialties. Triangle. The hotel’s restaurants serve local This one-of-a-kind hotel was a 16th-century Sea. Originally built to lodge the guests of the of Biscay, this elegant hotel is close to many of to the Costa Verde, renowned for its natural beauty. Enjoy pastoral scenes, monastery that was built in the 16th century Way of St. James of Compostela. According one of Spain’s most historic cities and one of Aqueduct, the Historic City of Toledo and Day Four b | l and international fare. The hotel also has a monastery that welcomed pilgrims making their royal family on their vacations in Santander, the town’s highlights. Marvel at breathtaking to lodge pilgrims traveling to Santiago de to tradition, James the Apostle introduced the major stops on the Way of St. James. Enjoy Day Ten b dramatic mountain views and ocean vistas. Savor delicious local cuisine and a the Route of Santiago de Compostela in Toledo library, spa, fitness center and Wi-Fi. way across Europe to Santiago de Compostela. the Hotel Real is elegant and regal. Enjoy views from the terrace, and sample delicious León are featured in this program. Compostela. Christianity to Spain and later traveled to free time in Santillana del Mar to explore the San Sebastián Cantabrian cuisine at the restaurant, and regional cuisine served in the restaurant. glass of refreshing cider, a Basque specialty, while making memories of a lifetime. Excursion: Toledo, the Cultural Capital. Relax in elegant surroundings, which include a Local Flavor: Tonight, dinner is served at the Judea, where he was martyred. It is said that town or visit the Altamira National Museum, Excursion: A Walk Through San courtyard, a library and a restaurant that serves unwind at the state-of-the-art thalassotherapy Wi-Fi is available. Discover a harmonious blend of Jewish, parador. The restaurants in Spain’s paradors St. James’ followers brought his remains back which contains exhibits about the famous Sebastián. Stroll through San Sebastián — regional specialties. Wi-Fi is available. spa. Wi-Fi is available. Donostia in the Basque language — to see restaurants are known for fresh seafood the highlights of this popular resort town and the local wine. Spend some time along the Bay of Biscay. It is considered to be exploring the town before returning to San one of the most beautiful cities in Spain. Sebastián. Educational Focus: Contemporary Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a History of Basque Country. Learn about Farewell Reception and Dinner. recent events in Basque Country and how Day Twelve b they have affected the development of this unique part of Spain. Transfer to the airport for the return flight to your gateway city.A Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao Day Eleven b | d Note: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events prehistoric art that decorates the walls of Saint Jean de Luz, France | may change. Many excursions in this program involve San Sebastián, Spain an element of walking. the cave near the city. Comillas features Included meals indicated each day as Cathedral, León Toledo Excursion: French Basque Country. Gran Vía, Madrid an interesting combination of historic and B | L | D = Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner. modernist architecture. One of the highlights Discover Basque Country north of the border. Venture into France and explore a Los Picos de Europa, a limestone mountain in Comillas is El Capricho, a fanciful creation Above left: Saint Jean de Luz, France de madrid al cielo. Basque town along the coast. Visit charming range, offer a dramatic welcome to the Costa of Cataluña’s most famous architect, Antoni Left: Santander (From madrid to heaven.) Gaudí. Saint Jean de Luz. Above: El Capricho, a building designed by Antoni Verde. Visit Santander, Santillana del Mar, Gaudí, Comillas ~ Spanish proverb Bilbao and San Sebastián, all stops along the Local Flavor: Stop for lunch in Comillas. Independent Exploration: Enjoy time at leisure in Saint Jean de Luz for lunch. The Camino de Santiago de Compostela, the Way Day Nine b | l | d of St. James and treasures in their own right. PrOgram Bilbao | San Sebastián A journey through old Castile completes | aCCOmmOdatiONS | Santillana del Mar Excursion: Bilbao, a Modern Basque HigHligHtS your experience. Discover the authentic City. Visit Bilbao and the Guggenheim • Explore the stunning coastal and personalities of Basque Country, Cantabria to Spain, where his tomb was discovered in Museum, designed by acclaimed architect mountain landscapes of the and Old Castile. the ninth century. Today, about 70,000 people Frank Gehry. Inside the museum’s iconic, Costa Verde. travel El Camino each year, but during the 11th Day One Basque dancers undulating titanium curves, you can admire • Journey through the heartland of and 12th centuries, 500,000 pilgrims annually A an excellent collection of contemporary Spain to Madrid, Toledo and Segovia. Depart for Madrid, Spain. made their way to Santiago de Compostela. AProvided for AHI FlexAir participants. Moorish and Christian culture in this elegant masterpieces by artists ranging from • Take a scenic drive through Los Picos walled city. See the Gothic cathedral, a 14th- Day Seven b | l | d de Kooning to Rothko. de Europa, the limestone mountain Day Two century synagogue and a 10th-century mosque. range that forms Spain’s largest Los Picos de Europa | Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch at a restaurant Madrid, Spain See El Greco’s “The Burial of the Count of Santander national park. Aqueduct, Segovia in Bilbao. Arrive at Madrid-Barajas Airport. TransferA to Orgaz” inside Santo Tomé Church. Excursion: Los Picos de Europa. This • Follow in the footsteps of pilgrims who Upon arrival in San Sebastián, check in to the have traveled the Santiago de the Hotel Wellington. Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch at a restaurant in are known for their cuisine, which emphasize morning, depart for Santander via the Picos de Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra in San Compostela pilgrimage route in This evening, gather with your fellow travelers Toledo’s Old Town. local ingredients and regional specialties. Europa National Park, Spain’s oldest national Sebastián. park and a UNESCO biosphere reserve. León. at a Welcome Reception. Day Five b | l | d Day Six b Educational Focus: The History of Sailors returning from the New World knew • See the artistic treasures of the Day Three b Segovia | León León Northern Spain. Basque Country — País they were close to home once they saw the Vasco in Castilian and Euskadi in the Basque Guggeheim Museum Bilbao. Madrid Excursion: Segovia, Heart of Castile. Excursion: León, a Medieval Treasure. craggy limestone peaks in the distance. language — is one of the most intriguing • Discover Spain’s Basque Country in Stroll streets lined with Romanesque churches Excursion: The Spanish Capital. Madrid Built on the site of a Roman camp, León grew Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch served at a regions in Spain. There is a mystique about Bilbao and San Sebastián before visiting and 15th-century palaces. Visit the Plaza Mayor. has been the capital of Spain since the mid- to become a major stop along the Santiago de restaurant en route to Santander. the Basque region and its people, who are Saint Jean de Luz in France’s Basque See the Roman aqueduct that was built at the Spain’s Costa Verde, the Green Coast, considered by many to be the country’s 16th century, but it was an established city Compostela pilgrimage route. Among its high- most commonly believed to be descendants of region. end of the first century and the 14th-century Check in to the Hotel Real in Santander. for many centuries before that. Discover its lights are the Gothic cathedral, San Isidoro the Vascones, a tribe that lived in this region most beautiful area, enchants all who visit. This lush region stretches across historic medieval center. See the Royal Palace, Alcázar. Basilica and the Royal Pantheon. Day Eight b | l | d long before the Romans invaded the peninsula. HOTEL WELLINGTON| MADRID HOTEL REAL | SANTANDER HOTEL DE LONDRES Y Spain’s northern coast next to the Bay of Biscay. The inland mountains created Plaza Mayor and Plaza España. Travel along the Local Flavor: Savor regional specialties Educational Focus: El Camino de Santillana del Mar | | UNESCO | Local Flavor: Visit a restaurant in San DE INGLATERRA | SAN SEBASTIÁN Gran Vía, the city’s beautiful main boulevard. during lunch in Segovia. Santiago de Compostela. Since the ninth Comillas This deluxe hotel, near Madrid’s Retiro Park in Surrounded by its gardens, the Hotel Real faces this verdant wonderland by trapping the Atlantic sea breezes and moisture along Los Picos de Europa, a UNESCO Biosphere Sebastián, a city known around the world for Independent Exploration: The afternoon Continue to León, where you will check in to century, León has welcomed pilgrims traveling Excursion: Towns of the Costa Verde. the elegant Salamanca neighborhood, is within Santander’s famous coastline and overlooks Situated in the heart of San Sebastián and the coast. On this journey, discover Madrid and Spain’s heartland before venturing Reserve, and the UNESCO World Heritage its delectable cuisine, for a dinner of Basque walking distance of the museums of the Art PARADOR DE LEÓN | LEÓN Bay of Biscay, also known as the Cantabrian and evening are at leisure. the Parador de León. This parador is a former on El Camino de Santiago de Compostela, the Travel the scenic coast to Santillana del Mar, overlooking pretty Concha Beach and the Bay sites of the Old Town of Segovia and its specialties. Triangle. The hotel’s restaurants serve local This one-of-a-kind hotel was a 16th-century Sea. Originally built to lodge the guests of the of Biscay, this elegant hotel is close to many of to the Costa Verde, renowned for its natural beauty. Enjoy pastoral scenes, monastery that was built in the 16th century Way of St. James of Compostela. According one of Spain’s most historic cities and one of Aqueduct, the Historic City of Toledo and Day Four b | l and international fare. The hotel also has a monastery that welcomed pilgrims making their royal family on their vacations in Santander, the town’s highlights. Marvel at breathtaking to lodge pilgrims traveling to Santiago de to tradition, James the Apostle introduced the major stops on the Way of St. James. Enjoy Day Ten b dramatic mountain views and ocean vistas. Savor delicious local cuisine and a the Route of Santiago de Compostela in Toledo library, spa, fitness center and Wi-Fi. way across Europe to Santiago de Compostela. the Hotel Real is elegant and regal. Enjoy views from the terrace, and sample delicious León are featured in this program. Compostela. Christianity to Spain and later traveled to free time in Santillana del Mar to explore the San Sebastián Cantabrian cuisine at the restaurant, and regional cuisine served in the restaurant. glass of refreshing cider, a Basque specialty, while making memories of a lifetime. Excursion: Toledo, the Cultural Capital. Relax in elegant surroundings, which include a Local Flavor: Tonight, dinner is served at the Judea, where he was martyred. It is said that town or visit the Altamira National Museum, Excursion: A Walk Through San courtyard, a library and a restaurant that serves unwind at the state-of-the-art thalassotherapy Wi-Fi is available. Discover a harmonious blend of Jewish, parador. The restaurants in Spain’s paradors St. James’ followers brought his remains back which contains exhibits about the famous Sebastián. Stroll through San Sebastián — regional specialties. Wi-Fi is available. spa. Wi-Fi is available. Donostia in the Basque language — to see restaurants are known for fresh seafood the highlights of this popular resort town and the local wine. Spend some time along the Bay of Biscay. It is considered to be exploring the town before returning to San one of the most beautiful cities in Spain. Sebastián. Educational Focus: Contemporary Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a History of Basque Country. Learn about Farewell Reception and Dinner. recent events in Basque Country and how Day Twelve b they have affected the development of this unique part of Spain. Transfer to the airport for the return flight to your gateway city.A Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao Day Eleven b | d Note: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events prehistoric art that decorates the walls of Saint Jean de Luz, France | may change. Many excursions in this program involve San Sebastián, Spain an element of walking. the cave near the city. Comillas features Included meals indicated each day as Cathedral, León Toledo Excursion: French Basque Country. Gran Vía, Madrid an interesting combination of historic and B | L | D = Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner. modernist architecture. One of the highlights Discover Basque Country north of the border. Venture into France and explore a Los Picos de Europa, a limestone mountain in Comillas is El Capricho, a fanciful creation Above left: Saint Jean de Luz, France de madrid al cielo. Basque town along the coast. Visit charming range, offer a dramatic welcome to the Costa of Cataluña’s most famous architect, Antoni Left: Santander (From madrid to heaven.) Gaudí. Saint Jean de Luz. Above: El Capricho, a building designed by Antoni Verde. Visit Santander, Santillana del Mar, Gaudí, Comillas ~ Spanish proverb Bilbao and San Sebastián, all stops along the Local Flavor: Stop for lunch in Comillas. Independent Exploration: Enjoy time at leisure in Saint Jean de Luz for lunch. The Camino de Santiago de Compostela, the Way Day Nine b | l | d of St. James and treasures in their own right. PrOgram Bilbao | San Sebastián A journey through old Castile completes | aCCOmmOdatiONS | Santillana del Mar Excursion: Bilbao, a Modern Basque HigHligHtS your experience. Discover the authentic City. Visit Bilbao and the Guggenheim • Explore the stunning coastal and personalities of Basque Country, Cantabria to Spain, where his tomb was discovered in Museum, designed by acclaimed architect mountain landscapes of the and Old Castile. the ninth century. Today, about 70,000 people Frank Gehry. Inside the museum’s iconic, Costa Verde. travel El Camino each year, but during the 11th Day One Basque dancers undulating titanium curves, you can admire • Journey through the heartland of and 12th centuries, 500,000 pilgrims annually A an excellent collection of contemporary Spain to Madrid, Toledo and Segovia. Depart for Madrid, Spain. made their way to Santiago de Compostela. AProvided for AHI FlexAir participants. Moorish and Christian culture in this elegant masterpieces by artists ranging from • Take a scenic drive through Los Picos walled city. See the Gothic cathedral, a 14th- Day Seven b | l | d de Kooning to Rothko. de Europa, the limestone mountain Day Two century synagogue and a 10th-century mosque. range that forms Spain’s largest Los Picos de Europa | Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch at a restaurant Madrid, Spain See El Greco’s “The Burial of the Count of Santander national park. Aqueduct, Segovia in Bilbao. Arrive at Madrid-Barajas Airport. TransferA to Orgaz” inside Santo Tomé Church. Excursion: Los Picos de Europa. This • Follow in the footsteps of pilgrims who Upon arrival in San Sebastián, check in to the have traveled the Santiago de the Hotel Wellington. Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch at a restaurant in are known for their cuisine, which emphasize morning, depart for Santander via the Picos de Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra in San Compostela pilgrimage route in This evening, gather with your fellow travelers Toledo’s Old Town. local ingredients and regional specialties. Europa National Park, Spain’s oldest national Sebastián. park and a UNESCO biosphere reserve. León. at a Welcome Reception. Day Five b | l | d Day Six b Educational Focus: The History of Sailors returning from the New World knew • See the artistic treasures of the Day Three b Segovia | León León Northern Spain. Basque Country — País they were close to home once they saw the Vasco in Castilian and Euskadi in the Basque Guggeheim Museum Bilbao. Madrid Excursion: Segovia, Heart of Castile. Excursion: León, a Medieval Treasure. craggy limestone peaks in the distance. language — is one of the most intriguing • Discover Spain’s Basque Country in Stroll streets lined with Romanesque churches Excursion: The Spanish Capital. Madrid Built on the site of a Roman camp, León grew Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch served at a regions in Spain. There is a mystique about Bilbao and San Sebastián before visiting and 15th-century palaces. Visit the Plaza Mayor. has been the capital of Spain since the mid- to become a major stop along the Santiago de restaurant en route to Santander. the Basque region and its people, who are Saint Jean de Luz in France’s Basque See the Roman aqueduct that was built at the Spain’s Costa Verde, the Green Coast, considered by many to be the country’s 16th century, but it was an established city Compostela pilgrimage route. Among its high- most commonly believed to be descendants of region. end of the first century and the 14th-century Check in to the Hotel Real in Santander. for many centuries before that. Discover its lights are the Gothic cathedral, San Isidoro the Vascones, a tribe that lived in this region most beautiful area, enchants all who visit. This lush region stretches across historic medieval center. See the Royal Palace, Alcázar. Basilica and the Royal Pantheon. Day Eight b | l | d long before the Romans invaded the peninsula. HOTEL WELLINGTON| MADRID HOTEL REAL | SANTANDER HOTEL DE LONDRES Y Spain’s northern coast next to the Bay of Biscay. The inland mountains created Plaza Mayor and Plaza España. Travel along the Local Flavor: Savor regional specialties Educational Focus: El Camino de Santillana del Mar | | UNESCO | Local Flavor: Visit a restaurant in San DE INGLATERRA | SAN SEBASTIÁN Gran Vía, the city’s beautiful main boulevard. during lunch in Segovia. Santiago de Compostela. Since the ninth Comillas This deluxe hotel, near Madrid’s Retiro Park in Surrounded by its gardens, the Hotel Real faces this verdant wonderland by trapping the Atlantic sea breezes and moisture along Los Picos de Europa, a UNESCO Biosphere Sebastián, a city known around the world for Independent Exploration: The afternoon Continue to León, where you will check in to century, León has welcomed pilgrims traveling Excursion: Towns of the Costa Verde. the elegant Salamanca neighborhood, is within Santander’s famous coastline and overlooks Situated in the heart of San Sebastián and the coast. On this journey, discover Madrid and Spain’s heartland before venturing Reserve, and the UNESCO World Heritage its delectable cuisine, for a dinner of Basque walking distance of the museums of the Art PARADOR DE LEÓN | LEÓN Bay of Biscay, also known as the Cantabrian and evening are at leisure. the Parador de León. This parador is a former on El Camino de Santiago de Compostela, the Travel the scenic coast to Santillana del Mar, overlooking pretty Concha Beach and the Bay sites of the Old Town of Segovia and its specialties. Triangle. The hotel’s restaurants serve local This one-of-a-kind hotel was a 16th-century Sea. Originally built to lodge the guests of the of Biscay, this elegant hotel is close to many of to the Costa Verde, renowned for its natural beauty. Enjoy pastoral scenes, monastery that was built in the 16th century Way of St. James of Compostela. According one of Spain’s most historic cities and one of Aqueduct, the Historic City of Toledo and Day Four b | l and international fare. The hotel also has a monastery that welcomed pilgrims making their royal family on their vacations in Santander, the town’s highlights. Marvel at breathtaking to lodge pilgrims traveling to Santiago de to tradition, James the Apostle introduced the major stops on the Way of St. James. Enjoy Day Ten b dramatic mountain views and ocean vistas. Savor delicious local cuisine and a the Route of Santiago de Compostela in Toledo library, spa, fitness center and Wi-Fi. way across Europe to Santiago de Compostela. the Hotel Real is elegant and regal. Enjoy views from the terrace, and sample delicious León are featured in this program. Compostela. Christianity to Spain and later traveled to free time in Santillana del Mar to explore the San Sebastián Cantabrian cuisine at the restaurant, and regional cuisine served in the restaurant. glass of refreshing cider, a Basque specialty, while making memories of a lifetime. Excursion: Toledo, the Cultural Capital. Relax in elegant surroundings, which include a Local Flavor: Tonight, dinner is served at the Judea, where he was martyred. It is said that town or visit the Altamira National Museum, Excursion: A Walk Through San courtyard, a library and a restaurant that serves unwind at the state-of-the-art thalassotherapy Wi-Fi is available. Discover a harmonious blend of Jewish, parador. The restaurants in Spain’s paradors St. James’ followers brought his remains back which contains exhibits about the famous Sebastián. Stroll through San Sebastián — regional specialties. Wi-Fi is available. spa. Wi-Fi is available. Donostia in the Basque language — to see restaurants are known for fresh seafood the highlights of this popular resort town and the local wine. Spend some time along the Bay of Biscay. It is considered to be exploring the town before returning to San one of the most beautiful cities in Spain. Sebastián. Educational Focus: Contemporary Tonight, join your fellow travelers for a History of Basque Country. Learn about Farewell Reception and Dinner. recent events in Basque Country and how Day Twelve b they have affected the development of this unique part of Spain. Transfer to the airport for the return flight to your gateway city.A Guggenheim Museum, Bilbao Day Eleven b | d Note: Itinerary sequence and/or scheduled events prehistoric art that decorates the walls of Saint Jean de Luz, France | may change. Many excursions in this program involve San Sebastián, Spain an element of walking. the cave near the city. Comillas features Included meals indicated each day as Cathedral, León Toledo Excursion: French Basque Country. Gran Vía, Madrid an interesting combination of historic and B | L | D = Breakfast | Lunch | Dinner. modernist architecture. One of the highlights Discover Basque Country north of the border. Venture into France and explore a Los Picos de Europa, a limestone mountain in Comillas is El Capricho, a fanciful creation Above left: Saint Jean de Luz, France de madrid al cielo. Basque town along the coast. Visit charming range, offer a dramatic welcome to the Costa of Cataluña’s most famous architect, Antoni Left: Santander (From madrid to heaven.) Gaudí. Saint Jean de Luz. Above: El Capricho, a building designed by Antoni Verde. Visit Santander, Santillana del Mar, Gaudí, Comillas ~ Spanish proverb Bilbao and San Sebastián, all stops along the Local Flavor: Stop for lunch in Comillas. Independent Exploration: Enjoy time at leisure in Saint Jean de Luz for lunch. The Camino de Santiago de Compostela, the Way Day Nine b | l | d of St. James and treasures in their own right. PrOgram Bilbao | San Sebastián A journey through old Castile completes | aCCOmmOdatiONS | Santillana del Mar Excursion: Bilbao, a Modern Basque HigHligHtS your experience. Discover the authentic City. Visit Bilbao and the Guggenheim • Explore the stunning coastal and personalities of Basque Country, Cantabria to Spain, where his tomb was discovered in Museum, designed by acclaimed architect mountain landscapes of the and Old Castile. the ninth century. Today, about 70,000 people Frank Gehry. Inside the museum’s iconic, Costa Verde. travel El Camino each year, but during the 11th Day One Basque dancers undulating titanium curves, you can admire • Journey through the heartland of and 12th centuries, 500,000 pilgrims annually A an excellent collection of contemporary Spain to Madrid, Toledo and Segovia. Depart for Madrid, Spain. made their way to Santiago de Compostela. AProvided for AHI FlexAir participants. Moorish and Christian culture in this elegant masterpieces by artists ranging from • Take a scenic drive through Los Picos walled city. See the Gothic cathedral, a 14th- Day Seven b | l | d de Kooning to Rothko. de Europa, the limestone mountain Day Two century synagogue and a 10th-century mosque. range that forms Spain’s largest Los Picos de Europa | Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch at a restaurant Madrid, Spain See El Greco’s “The Burial of the Count of Santander national park. Aqueduct, Segovia in Bilbao. Arrive at Madrid-Barajas Airport. TransferA to Orgaz” inside Santo Tomé Church. Excursion: Los Picos de Europa. This • Follow in the footsteps of pilgrims who Upon arrival in San Sebastián, check in to the have traveled the Santiago de the Hotel Wellington. Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch at a restaurant in are known for their cuisine, which emphasize morning, depart for Santander via the Picos de Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra in San Compostela pilgrimage route in This evening, gather with your fellow travelers Toledo’s Old Town. local ingredients and regional specialties. Europa National Park, Spain’s oldest national Sebastián. park and a UNESCO biosphere reserve. León. at a Welcome Reception. Day Five b | l | d Day Six b Educational Focus: The History of Sailors returning from the New World knew • See the artistic treasures of the Day Three b Segovia | León León Northern Spain. Basque Country — País they were close to home once they saw the Vasco in Castilian and Euskadi in the Basque Guggeheim Museum Bilbao. Madrid Excursion: Segovia, Heart of Castile. Excursion: León, a Medieval Treasure. craggy limestone peaks in the distance. language — is one of the most intriguing • Discover Spain’s Basque Country in Stroll streets lined with Romanesque churches Excursion: The Spanish Capital. Madrid Built on the site of a Roman camp, León grew Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch served at a regions in Spain. There is a mystique about Bilbao and San Sebastián before visiting and 15th-century palaces. Visit the Plaza Mayor. has been the capital of Spain since the mid- to become a major stop along the Santiago de restaurant en route to Santander. the Basque region and its people, who are Saint Jean de Luz in France’s Basque See the Roman aqueduct that was built at the Spain’s Costa Verde, the Green Coast, considered by many to be the country’s 16th century, but it was an established city Compostela pilgrimage route. Among its high- most commonly believed to be descendants of region. end of the first century and the 14th-century Check in to the Hotel Real in Santander. for many centuries before that. Discover its lights are the Gothic cathedral, San Isidoro the Vascones, a tribe that lived in this region most beautiful area, enchants all who visit. This lush region stretches across historic medieval center. See the Royal Palace, Alcázar. Basilica and the Royal Pantheon. Day Eight b | l | d long before the Romans invaded the peninsula. HOTEL WELLINGTON| MADRID HOTEL REAL | SANTANDER HOTEL DE LONDRES Y Spain’s northern coast next to the Bay of Biscay. The inland mountains created Plaza Mayor and Plaza España. Travel along the Local Flavor: Savor regional specialties Educational Focus: El Camino de Santillana del Mar | | UNESCO | Local Flavor: Visit a restaurant in San DE INGLATERRA | SAN SEBASTIÁN Gran Vía, the city’s beautiful main boulevard. during lunch in Segovia. Santiago de Compostela. Since the ninth Comillas This deluxe hotel, near Madrid’s Retiro Park in Surrounded by its gardens, the Hotel Real faces this verdant wonderland by trapping the Atlantic sea breezes and moisture along Los Picos de Europa, a UNESCO Biosphere Sebastián, a city known around the world for Independent Exploration: The afternoon Continue to León, where you will check in to century, León has welcomed pilgrims traveling Excursion: Towns of the Costa Verde. the elegant Salamanca neighborhood, is within Santander’s famous coastline and overlooks Situated in the heart of San Sebastián and the coast. On this journey, discover Madrid and Spain’s heartland before venturing Reserve, and the UNESCO World Heritage its delectable cuisine, for a dinner of Basque walking distance of the museums of the Art PARADOR DE LEÓN | LEÓN Bay of Biscay, also known as the Cantabrian and evening are at leisure. the Parador de León. This parador is a former on El Camino de Santiago de Compostela, the Travel the scenic coast to Santillana del Mar, overlooking pretty Concha Beach and the Bay sites of the Old Town of Segovia and its specialties. Triangle. The hotel’s restaurants serve local This one-of-a-kind hotel was a 16th-century Sea. Originally built to lodge the guests of the of Biscay, this elegant hotel is close to many of to the Costa Verde, renowned for its natural beauty. Enjoy pastoral scenes, monastery that was built in the 16th century Way of St. James of Compostela. According one of Spain’s most historic cities and one of Aqueduct, the Historic City of Toledo and Day Four b | l and international fare. The hotel also has a monastery that welcomed pilgrims making their royal family on their vacations in Santander, the town’s highlights. Marvel at breathtaking to lodge pilgrims traveling to Santiago de to tradition, James the Apostle introduced the major stops on the Way of St. James. Enjoy Day Ten b dramatic mountain views and ocean vistas. Savor delicious local cuisine and a the Route of Santiago de Compostela in Toledo library, spa, fitness center and Wi-Fi. way across Europe to Santiago de Compostela. the Hotel Real is elegant and regal. Enjoy views from the terrace, and sample delicious León are featured in this program. Compostela. Christianity to Spain and later traveled to free time in Santillana del Mar to explore the San Sebastián Cantabrian cuisine at the restaurant, and regional cuisine served in the restaurant. glass of refreshing cider, a Basque specialty, while making memories of a lifetime. Excursion: Toledo, the Cultural Capital. Relax in elegant surroundings, which include a Local Flavor: Tonight, dinner is served at the Judea, where he was martyred. It is said that town or visit the Altamira National Museum, Excursion: A Walk Through San courtyard, a library and a restaurant that serves unwind at the state-of-the-art thalassotherapy Wi-Fi is available. Discover a harmonious blend of Jewish, parador. The restaurants in Spain’s paradors St. James’ followers brought his remains back which contains exhibits about the famous Sebastián. Stroll through San Sebastián — regional specialties. Wi-Fi is available. spa. Wi-Fi is available. Reserve your trip to Spain today! NEW ULTIMATE FLEXIBILITY-The AHI Travel Passenger Protection Plan now offers a low-cost Any Reason Cancellation feature. 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Presorted Chicago, IL 60631 physical or mental condition may constitute a danger to them- • Two nights in León at the deluxe Parador de León. selves or to others on the trip, subject only to the requirement Please contact AHI Travel at 800-323-7373 with questions regarding this tour. For that the portion of the total amount paid which corresponds to Full Price Special Savings Special Price* • Two nights in Santander at the deluxe Hotel Real. questions regarding Johns Hopkins, please call 800-JHU-JHU1(548-5481) or the unused services and accommodations be refunded. Passengers requiring special assistance, including without limi- Email: [email protected]. tation those who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, $4,245 $250 $3,995* • Three nights in San Sebastián at the deluxe Hotel de Londres y de Inglaterra. must be accompanied by someone who is fit and able to assist Full Legal Name (exactly as it appears on passport) them, and who will be totally responsible for providing all required assistance. MEALS AIR TRANSPORTATION-The price of air transportation offered *Special Price valid if booked by the date found on the address panel. (1) ______by AHI Travel is based on Advance Purchase Excursion fares. After tickets are issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket price VAT is an additional $395 per person. • Enjoy an extensive meal program, featuring 10 breakfasts, five lunches and five dinners. Title First Middle Last Date of Birth may be levied. If connecting flights are requested, special pro- motional fares may be used, in which case penalties of as much Tea or coffee is included with all meals, plus wine with dinner. Take advantage of leisure time as 100% may be assessed by the airlines if reservations are changed or canceled after ticketing. After departure, if the All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and do not include air program costs to try local cuisine independently. Top to bottom: Email:______reservations are changed, you will be charged the higher, all (unless otherwise stated). Single accommodations are an additional $1,095 (limited availability). Plaza Mayor, Madrid year Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINER- • Sample authentic regional specialties at local restaurants. ARY MUST BE REQUESTED NO LATER THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO Church bell (2) ______DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to make their own airline Title First Middle Last Date of Birth reservations independently will be wholly responsible for any • Attend festive Welcome and Farewell Receptions and a special Farewell Dinner. Vineyard airline fees or penalties incurred as a result of program cancellation and/or change in travel dates, or airline schedule(s). Spanish man BAGGAGE-Baggage restrictions vary according to the airline TRANSPORTATION Email:______policy and the class of service flown. Details will be provided AHI FLEXAIR ITINERARY Cover photo: with your pre-departure information. Baggage allowances are subject to change by the carrier without notice. Excess baggage • All deluxe motor coach transfers in the Land Program itinerary and baggage handling on Coastline, Santander charges for additional or oversized/overweight pieces are Day 1 Depart Gateway CityA Street Address: ______expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your April 30-May 11, 2015 these transfers are included. wardrobe accordingly. Transport of baggage and personal Los Picos de Europa effects is at the owner's risk throughout the travel program. Day 2 Arrive in Madrid, Spain Dear Johns Hopkins Alumni and Friends, City: ______AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES AND AUDIO RECORDINGS- YOUR EXCITING TRAVEL PROGRAM On occasion, AHI Travel obtains, from its staff, or from trip par- Our personalized air program allows you to Day 3 Madrid We are excited to invite you on a trip to Spain’s Costa Verde, the ticipants, photographic or video images of passengers and trip (For details, see the day-by-day itinerary.) “Architecture should speak of State: ______ZIP: ______activities. By participating in this travel program, you authorize select your flights, routing, class of service Day 4 Toledo | Madrid AHI Travel, without providing compensation to you, or obtaining Green Coast. This northern coast of Spain is unlike any other region of additional approvals from you, to include photographic and • Informative educational programs presented by local experts to enhance your insight its time and place, but yearn video recordings of you, as well as voice recordings included and dates of travel in consultation with one Day 5 Segovia | León Spain. It owes its green hills and forests to Los Picos de Europa, a Home: (______)______Cell: (______)______with any videos, in AHI Travel's sales, marketing, advertising, into the region. publicity and/or training activities. of our experienced Passenger Service Day 6 León mountain range that blocks misty sea breezes from dissipating over the for timelessness.” RESPONSIBILITY-AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association • Personal VOX listening devices allow you to hear every word from your expert, Sharing with ______. (Form sent separately.) do not own or operate any entity which provides goods or serv- Representatives. Airfares will vary, depending Day 7 Los Picos de Europa | Santander Spanish plains. ~ Frank Gehry, ices for this program, and act only as agents for the independ- English-speaking guides. I/we authorize you to make my/our reservations as follows: ent suppliers of travel conveyance, transport, accommodations on airline, routing and class of service. In Land and AHI FlexAir Program or other services. All such persons or entities are independent Day 8 Santillana del Mar | Comillas | Our journey begins in Madrid, the Spanish capital. We’ll spend some (b. 1929), Ì contractors. As a result, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring • All excursions: I/we reserve the Land Program and request the AHI FlexAir to Madrid, Spain, Association are not liable for any negligence or willful act of any most cases, transfers between the airport and Santander time exploring the heartland and venture out to the cities of Toledo and Canadian-American architect with a return from Bilbao to depart from: such person or entity or any third person. In addition and with- – See the highlights of Madrid, capital of Spain. out limitation, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association are hotel/cruise ship will be included on arrival Day 9 Bilbao | San Sebastián Segovia before heading north to the great medieval city of León. We’ll ______not responsible for any delays, delayed departure or arrival, – Visit Toledo, one of Spain’s most historic cities. “But man does not create … Departure City missed carrier connections, loss, death, damage or injury to and departure days. Your Passenger Service Day 10 San Sebastián continue to the resort cities of Santander and San Sebastián. Along the person or property or accident, mechanical defect, failure or Ì – Discover Segovia’s Roman and Moorish heritage. he discovers.” Please contact me regarding air options. negligence of any nature howsoever caused in connection with Representative will provide you with all of the Day 11 Saint Jean de Luz | San Sebastián way, we’ll be able to appreciate both the natural beauty of this special Ì Please send me information on upgrading my flights. any accommodations, transportation or other services or for A word about your Tour Operator any substitution of hotels or of common carrier equipment, A – Explore the city of León, a fascinating medieval city. region of Spain as well as spectacular examples of man-made greatness ~ Antoni Gaudí, Land Program with or without notice, or for any additional expenses occa- details you need to guarantee your transfer. Day 12 Return to Gateway City AHI Travel is the premier operator of deluxe travel programs sponsored Ì I/we will make my/our own air arrangements and transfers. sioned thereby. Dates, Program Details and Tour costs, although – Marvel at Los Picos de Europa, a beautiful mountain range in northern Spain. created over the centuries: Segovia’s Roman aqueduct; the medieval (1852-1926), Ì given in good faith and based on tariffs, exchange rates and Book your air with us to ensure assistance in Note: Itinerary may change due to local by alumni associations. Their experienced, professional staff has offered the I prefer single accommodations at an additional $1,095 (limited availability). other information current at the time of printing, are subject to – Stroll through the towns of Santillana del Mar and Comillas. walled city of Toledo; Leon’s Gothic cathedral; and Frank Gehry’s Spanish architect Ì I request assistance in securing a roommate but will accept a single, if one is change at or before the time of departure. No revisions of the the case of schedule changes or delays that conditions. Many excursions in this program highest level of service in innovative travel programs since 1962. available at this time, and pay the single supplement. Should a roommate be printed itinerary or its included features are anticipated; how- – Enjoy a visit to the Guggenheim ever, the right is reserved to make any changes, with or without involve an element of walking. signature titanium swirls in Bilbao. In AHI Travel’s care, you can rely on: found, I understand the supplement will no longer apply. notice, that might become necessary, with the mutual under- may impact your air travel plans. Museum Bilbao. It is not the same thing to standing that any additional expenses will be paid by the individ- A This expertly planned journey includes exciting excursions and • An exceptional travel value. It would be impossible for an Reservations are subject to availability and processed on a first come, first served ual passenger. Baggage and personal effects are the sole Provided for AHI FlexAir participants. – Immerse yourself in Spanish and French talk of bulls as to be in the independent traveler to arrange all these unique experiences, inclusions basis. Reservations to be paid in full by February 14, 2015 (75 days prior to responsibility of the owners at all times. If the entire program informative lectures designed to give you an insider’s knowledge of SPAICVER15 102 is canceled for any reason, participants shall have no claim Basque culture in San Sebastián and bullring. and services at a comparable price. departure). Reservations received after this date must be accompanied by pay- other than for a full refund. By forwarding the deposit, the pas- your destination. This program is an outstanding value, and space is ment in full. Final payment may be made by personal check, MasterCard, Visa or senger certifies that he/she has no physical, mental or other Saint Jean de Luz. • Unique access to local sites. Take advantage of more than 50 years Discover. Make checks payable to AHI International. condition of disability that would create a hazard for ~ Spanish proverb himself/herself or other passengers and accepts the terms of limited to 28 travelers. Please make your reservation today to avoid of travel experience to gain preferred entrance to popular sites and Note: A small portion of the cost of your trip supports the Johns Hopkins Alumni this contract set out herein and in more specific pre-departure MANY INCLUDED EXTRAS to uncover the region’s hidden treasures. passenger information. The airlines and other transportation disappointment! Travel Program. companies concerned are not to be held responsible for any • Experienced Travel Directors who attend to every detail of Eligibility: At least one member of the traveling party is required to make a sus- act, omission, or event, during the time passengers are not on • Consultation services of a dedicated taining financial contribution of $50 or more to the Johns Hopkins Alumni board their conveyances. The passage contract in use, when your journey. issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the compa- Passenger Service Representative Association within the fiscal year. Please visit alumni.jhu.edu/support. ny(ies) and the passenger and/or purchaser of this trip. Sincerely, • Expertise of local guides who possess authoritative knowledge of CANCELLATION-In addition to airline cancellation penalties, all prior to departure. the region and offer personal insight into local culture. Ì I understand the conditions stated in this brochure and submit my reservation cancellations for any reason whatsoever will be subject to a $250 per person administrative fee. {Please note that you may • Flexibility and customization. Free time during the trip allows you as indicated. choose, at the time of cancellation, to apply the withheld admin- • Services of an experienced Travel Signature ______Date ______istrative fee to a future AHI Travel program that will operate in to pursue your own interests. They will also help you tailor your dream the current calendar year or year following.} Cancellation from Director throughout your stay. Enclosed is a deposit of ______($600 per person required) 120 days to 76 days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of trip with add-ons and extensions. to reserve ______place(s). 10% of the entire cost of the trip per person; 75-30 days, 50% of • Tipping of all guides and drivers. • Safety and security. In a country where you might the trip cost per person; cancellation from 29 days up to the Marguerite I. Jones, A&S '74, Bus '88 Ì Accept my check made payable to AHI International. time of departure will result in 100% forfeiture of the entire • Detailed travel and destination Travel Program Director not know the language or culture, their professional Ì Ì Ì Ì cost of the trip. TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE IS AVAIL- staff is on hand to ease your way and get you any Charge my: MasterCard Visa Discover Expires______/______ABLE. AN APPLICATION WILL BE SENT AFTER YOU RESERVE. information to assist in your planning. All cancellations must be submitted in writing to AHI Office of Alumni Relations help you need. Card #______International Corporation. • Complimentary travel wallet. The Johns Hopkins University program information, program

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