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July 2004 issue | Appears on page 0

Strolling the streets of Córdoba, the city that changed Europe
This fountain is typical of those found throughout Córdoba.
Walking the winding streets of Córdoba, brimming with flowers, 
fountains and rich Mozarabic architecture
June 2004 issue | Appears on page 0

Combining fine food, wine and relaxation on a south of France cruise
Twilight departure from Vienne.
The Rhône and Saône meet mainly in Lyon — cruising the 
waterways from Avignon to Chalon
June 2004 issue | Appears on page 0

Antarctica — sailing to a world of sculpted ice and captivating wildlife
A view of the Gerlache Straits.
Good food, awesome scenery and an incredible expedition staff 
combine for a once-in-a-lifetime experience
June 2004 issue | Appears on page 0

Impressions from a self-drive tour of Tunisia
The Roman city of Dougga is a Unesco World Heritage Site.
Weighing the pros and cons of sightseeing in this North African
nation
June 2004 issue | Appears on page 0

Fairytales come alive on a children's trip to England
This gypsy caravan, rented near Pewsey in Wiltshire, has bunks to sleep four.
Discovering the “real” homes of British book characters and their
authors on a children’s trip to England
June 2004 issue | Appears on page 0

The Philippines — sophisticated city life plus a taste of the tropics
A view of Metro Manila, as seen from the Westin Hotel.
Revisiting the tropical archipelago to find upscale shopping, 
innovative cuisine and more
June 2004 issue | Appears on page 0

The secret's out: Spectacular scenery and Old World charm along the Dalmatian coast
A view of Dubrovnik from the mountainside.
Croatia’s enchanting city of Dubrovnik, plus a look at 
neighboring Montenegro and Albania
May 2004 issue | Appears on page 0

A tranquil Greek isle as seen through the eyes of an artist

by Rod King, New Haven, IN

Motoring into the harbor at Poros, Greece, on the Anna II from Athens, I was excited to see that it was as picturesque as I had envisioned it. The bright afternoon sun reflected off the white and cream houses on the hillside, giving them a freshly painted look. The spire of the Church of St. George and the town’s clock tower stood out above the orange tile roofs.

Along with other members of the Alumni Campus Abroad group, organized by Alumni Holidays...

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