Road Scholar

Highlights

• Discover the iconography of the nation’s most treasured monuments, and delve deep into the history of the United States Capitol as you explore the Capitol Rotunda, Statuary Hall and Crypt
• Go behind the scenes at the Kennedy Center, learn about the many extraordinary gifts from the governments of more than 60 countries that make this a truly international destination
• From famous landmarks to city history, uncover DC’s Masonic symbolism with local experts

Highlights

• In addition to selections from his letters, journals, poems, fiction and non-fiction, view and discuss important new video productions and gain perspectives on the ideas, thoughts and opinions of the 20th century’s most popular Christian author
• Hear a rare broadcast of one of Lewis’ talks on BBC radio during WWII when he was at Oxford, including material that later appeared in his book on theology, Mere Christianity, considered a classic of Christian apologetics
• Take a “virtual” exploration of Lewis’ home — The Kilns — in Oxford, England, and learn about newly discovered love sonnets written to Lewis by his wife, Joy Davidman

Highlights

• I like to spend much of the day exploring
• Whether walking through historic neighborhoods at a moderate pace or out and about on a coach, I prefer to keep my days full
• Stairs don’t bother me, and I love to keep up with the group

Highlights

• Marvel at the beauty of Mount Kilimanjaro — Africa’s tallest mountain — during a hike along its foothills on the Shira Plateau trail
• Get an insider’s perspective into local life during visits to a Maasai village, the Mto-Wa Mbu village and a Hadzabe bushman community
• Explore the world’s largest caldera and uncover clues to human evolution during field trips within the Ngorongoro Conservation Area, a UNESCO World Heritage Site

Highlights

• Visit a horse park to learn about royal horses and enjoy a private horseback riding lesson through the beautiful Kentucky countryside
• Learn about Royal Crests and Coats with a master jeweler and make one to bring home
• Take a field trip to the Great American Dollhouse Museum to learn about the social side of American history

Highlights

• Experts discuss the mysterious legends of the Camino de Santiago and the medieval architecture of Leon
• Seek out the “Holy Galician Grail” in O'Cebreiro
• Savor Castilian cuisine in Leon

Highlights

• Hike past local flora and fauna as you explore a variety of trails, from old coach roads to escarpment trails
• Explore the history of the area including the use of towers as a method of fire prevention and a presentation about times past
• Meet local artists and learn from visitors who will teach us about wild animals of the Catskills

Highlights

• You know what moves me? Exercising my mind
• Let’s keep walking to a minimum and avoid stairs when we can