The Off the Beaten Path

April 3 – 15, 2022 Hosted by Henk Aay and Robert Hoeksema There is an old Dutch saying, “God created the earth, but the Dutch created the Netherlands.” Come see how, over time, the Dutch transformed their country. Today nearly 17% of the country is reclaimed land. Your hosts Henk and Bob will intertwine the rich history of water management as it connects with popular landmarks, sightseeing, and culture. The is a prime example of this. Compare the UNESCO Heritage of with the modern Deltaworks. In Amsterdam cruise the Canal Ring and some lesser known, but fascinating sites such as Ons’ Lieve Heer op Solder (a hidden Roman Catholic house church). Elsewhere, visit Castle Amerongen, explore the Hoge Veluwe National Park along with its famous Kröller-Müller art museum, and explore the quaint city of Delft, where you will be given time to shop at the open-air markets. Most excursions will include opportunities to sample diverse Dutch cuisines. The evenings and free day can be spent shopping, visiting museums, and relaxing in the wonderful restaurants and pubs of Leiden and , your two “home-bases.” This unique blend of history, culture, and charm is one tour you won’t want to miss. Space is limited, so register today!

Led by APRIL 2022 Highlights: Henk Aay and Robert (Bob) Hoeksema 03 SUNday Together, they have led Calvin student groups to the Netherlands • Roundtrip air Depart for more than 20 years. • Hotel accommodations Check in at Gerald R. Ford Henk is Professor of Geography and Environmental Studies, • Breakfast daily, six lunches International Airport for the Emeritus at Calvin. Since retiring from Calvin in 2012, he was and three dinners overnight transatlantic flights appointed Senior Research Fellow at the Van Institute to Europe. You’re on your way! • Amsterdam Canal Cruise at Hope College, where he focuses on Dutch American history (D-in flight) and culture. He grew up in the Netherlands, is fluent in Dutch • 04 MONday and has spent a number of semesters on research and teaching • Delft leaves in the country. He is currently working on an Atlas of Dutch Arrive, Amsterdam, American History and Culture. • Kinderdijk Leiden Henk Aay | [email protected] • Tours of: Good morning! We have ŠŠThe Delta Works just arrived in Amsterdam. Bob is a civil engineer and Professor of Engineering Emeritus at ŠŠRegion of Rivers Following customs formalities, Calvin. He recently worked for one of the Dutch regional water ŠŠ Reclamation we’ll meet our driver/ management authorities. He also wrote Designed for Dry Feet: ŠŠHoge Veluwe National Park guide and transfer to the Flood Protection and Land Reclamation in the Netherlands (ASCE waiting motorcoach. After Press, 2006). • Kröller-Müller Museum an independent lunch we Robert Hoeksema | [email protected] • And more! visit Keukenhof Gardens. The national flower exhibition displays the many varieties of tulips and other flowers. Then head to our first hotel in Leiden. There will be time Tour Cost to rest and freshen up before $4,895 per person from Grand Rapids, dinner. (B-in flight, D) based on double occupancy Tour Pace Register online at Moderate – Activity levels vary bookings.wittetravel.com from day to day. Excursions will include some walking (up use booking code 040322AAY to several miles at a time), or complete and return the printed registration form. especially on those excursions using public transportation (see Amsterdam in itinerary). *See Terms and Conditions for more details.   Amsterdam Canal Cover: View of “old” and “new” land along the former Lake Schermer. ©Edward Bur