2009 EUROPE EUROPE Contact your travel professional or Abercrombie & Kent at: 1411 Opus Place Executive Towers West II, Suite 300 ABERCROMBIE Downers Grove, IL 60515 800 652 8403 [email protected] & abercrombiekent.com KENT 2009 CB09EU1.indd 1 9/2/08 9:12:13 AM we felt the rhythm of the city, seemingly in sync with the rocking of the gondolas. CB09EU2-21.indd 2 9/2/08 9:13:14 AM Going beyond the expected. Think of a moment in your We don’t simply bring you life when your expectations to Ephesus; we can arrange were utterly transcended: a for a private dinner amid the celebration where everything ruins ... with entertainment went exactly right, a routine by a quintet from the Izmir journey that suddenly became Symphony Orchestra. remarkable through a surprise Exceeding expectations is a encounter with a friendly face. hallmark of the Abercrombie Life delivers these occasions & Kent travel experience — so rarely. Abercrombie & Kent much so that we’ve adopted delivers them every day. the phrase “& moment” to describe those occasions when I helped found Abercrombie we deliver more than you ever & Kent in the belief that thought possible. travel should always surprise, stimulate and inspire. We I am proud to invite you to don’t count on luck to exceed join us for a new season of your expectations: we take you unforgettable journeys. to places others can’t go and introduce you to people who embody the true character of your destination. 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Signature France 40 Tailor Made Russia & The Baltic States 108 Tailor Made France 42 Tailor Made Scandinavia 110 Hotel Portfolio: France 44 Hotel Portfolio: Russia 112 ITALY 48 TURKEY & GREECE 114 Highlights of Italy 50 Turkey: A Journey Through History 116 Highlights of Sicily 52 NEW! Cruising Ancient Shores 120 Splendors of Italy 54 Signature Turkey 122 Signature Italy 56 Signature Greece 124 Tailor Made Italy 58 Tailor Made Turkey & Greece 126 Hotel Portfolio: Italy 60 Hotel Portfolio: Turkey 128 Hotel Portfolio: 130 SPAIN & PORTUGAL 64 Greece Highlights of Spain 66 Europe Extensions 132 Signature Spain 68 European Villas 136 Tailor Made Spain & Portugal 70 Canal & River Cruising in Europe 137 Hotel Portfolio: Spain & Portugal 72 GENERAL INFORMATION CENTRAL & EASTERN EUROPE 74 Special Interest Group Travel 138 76 Highlights of Romania & Bulgaria Celebrate with Abercrombie & Kent 139 NEW! Highlights of Slovenia Extraordinary Journeys by Private Jet 140 & Northern Croatia 78 Marco Polo Club 142 NEW! Highlights of Central & Southern Croatia 80 Adventure Crew 144 Treasures of Germany 82 Passenger Travel Protection Plan 145 A Tale of Three Cities 84 Terms & Conditions 146 A Tale of Five Cities 86 Index of Dates & Destinations 148 QUESTIONS? Call your travel professional or Abercrombie & Kent at 800 652 8403 or visit abercrombiekent.com EUROPE 5 CB09EU2-21.indd 5 9/2/08 9:13:17 AM awe beautiful searched brand Connemara moment forthat the ties perfect in with snapshot the image — and foundand thethem brochure. everywhere. CB09EU2-21.indd 6 9/2/08 9:13:18 AM Setting the standard for more than 47 years. Our pioneering approach continues to earn the praise of travellers and professionals alike. Since 1962, Abercrombie & Kent has continually the test. We listen to both our clients and redefined what is possible in luxury travel. Our to travel agents, who rate us against our service and reputation are tested every day against competitors, and the message is clear: the dreams and expectations of the world’s most A&K sets the standard for luxury and service discerning travellers. Time and again, we pass in the travel industry. ngadventure.com/ratings Best Outfitters on Earth: Best Tour Operator: Best Tour Operator and Safari Best Tour Operator: Africa/ Best Worldwide Tour Operator Luxury | 2007 Africa/Middle East | 2007 Outfitter | 1996 – 2007 Middle East | 2007 – 2008 2005 – 2008 Best Small-Ship Cruise Lines Most Knowledgeable Reservation 2006 Staff | 2006 – 2007 Best Luxury Tour Operator – World’s Leading Luxury Specialist Reader’s Choice Award: Best Luxury Tour Operator, Best Africa/Middle East Tour International Tour Operator | 2003 – 2006 Top 15 African Safari Camps Best Safari Outfitter | 2005 Operator | 2000 – 2006 Best Africa Tour Operator World’s Leading Villa Operator Chief’s Camp | 2003, 2005 Best Cruise Ships | 1997 – 2007 2004 – 2007 2003 – 2006 Olonana and Chief’s Camp | 2004 World’s Best Cruise Ships Chobe Chilwero | 2002 1997 – 2007 Greatest Travel Pros on Earth 2006 – 2007 EUROPE 7 CB09EU2-21.indd 7 9/2/08 9:13:22 AM Jean-Michel returned from the 300-year-old cellar with the perfect pinot noir to toast our anniversary. CB09EU2-21.indd 8 9/2/08 9:13:22 AM The “& Moment.” What sets Abercrombie & Kent apart? Imagine studying the Medicis’ Abercrombie & Kent private art collection in so distinctly inspiring. An Florence. Or practicing the “& moment” might be a tango in the ballroom of a meeting with a renowned historic mansion in Buenos cultural expert, taking a Aires with a local expert meal in the quiet solitude guiding your steps. Picture of a 300-year-old abbey or yourself dining amid the ruins joining Buddhist monks in an of Ephesus, a string quintet offering of food and incense. playing in the background. All introduce you to your Or descending into the tomb destination with an intimacy of Seti I, among the most beyond the reach of any other magnificent in Egypt, where travel company. access is only granted to a Look for these “& moments” select few. as you read, and discover what We call these “& moments,” makes every Abercrombie & the occasions of surprise and Kent journey unforgettable. delight that make travel with EUROPE 9 CB09EU2-21.indd 9 9/2/08 9:13:23 AM aawe beautiful beautiful were left brand brand speechless moment moment by that that the ties tiesbeauty in in with with and the the detail image image of the andand the theHagia brochure. brochure. Sophia. CB09EU2-21.indd 10 9/2/08 9:13:24 AM Creating the effortless journey. Our feet-on-the-ground approach is unique in the travel industry. Every Abercrombie & Kent Our expertise extends to every departure is backed by a aspect of your journey: we’re handpicked staff in our 60 experts in not only luxury offices worldwide. Our full- but in culture, wildlife and time staff members are on call history, and we know how to every day around the clock, blend them all to seamlessly ready at any time to provide reveal your destination. Our you with everything you need guides are chosen for their for an extraordinary journey. absolute (sometimes lifelong) dedication to understanding As well as ensuring your those wonders that make comfort, our long-standing every place unique. connections allow us to uncover local secrets and Contrast our approach with experiences beyond the reach ordinary travel companies, of the ordinary traveller. who rely on third parties Anyone can take you to the to create their programs Hagia Sophia in Istanbul, but and to support them on the only Abercrombie & Kent ground. We take personal opens its doors for you when responsibility for every stage it is closed to the public. From of your journey, sparing no exotic dining opportunities to effort to deliver the most once-in-a-lifetime encounters inspiring travel experience with friendly local people, possible. we can arrange the kind of privileged access that sets an Abercrombie & Kent journey beyond all others. EUROPE 11 CB09EU2-21.indd 11 9/2/08 9:13:24 AM we planted our tree and smiled at the boy who would one day enjoy its shade. CB09EU2-21.indd 12 9/2/08 9:13:25 AM A&K Philanthropy. A deep-rooted concern for the natural world infuses each and every Abercrombie & Kent journey. Abercrombie & Kent s$ONATINGBOOKS SCHOOL believes passionately that supplies and plants to travel should both respect Croatia’s Botanical Gardens the natural environment of Ostrog School and benefit the indigenous s3WIFTLYMOBILIZINGTOAIDTHE peoples whose lands we visit. victims of Cyclone Nargis in For more than 25 years, we Myanmar, raising more than have worked to ensure that $250,000 in 30 days and human populations, flora and bringing the first shipments fauna continue to survive and of food and clothing to coexist successfully. devastated areas Abercrombie & Kent s#OMBATINGDEFORESTATION Philanthropy, guided by Vice in Africa by planting more Chairman Jorie Butler Kent, than 30,000 native trees, facilitates our commitment many personally planted by to socially and ecologically A&K guests responsible travel worldwide, as well as helping our guests Select A&K journeys to become actively involved in (indicated with a icon these efforts. in this brochure) include opportunities for travellers to Every Abercrombie & Kent personally contribute to these office plays a hands-on role projects. We are proud to join in its community, sponsoring with our guests in preserving an on-site project that habitats and improving living benefits both people and the conditions for indigenous environment, such as: peoples around the world.