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celebrating arts, culture, and creativityBay area residents and aficionados of Michael Krasny, host of KQeD Public radio’s award-winning Forum, will find much to appreciate in el país de poetas, as chileans affectionately refer to their country. similar geography, forces of nature, historic figures, and spirit of creativity unite these two distant but not so different lands. On this completely customized journey to south america’s southern cone, celebrate chile’s powerfully imaginative literary legacy, its fine wines and cuisine, and its fascinating political history, guided by Michael Krasny and the evocative figures and stories of the great chilean writers isabel allende and Pablo neruda. explore the thoroughfares, byways, and monuments of two great cities—santiago and Valparaiso—and the lush vineyard-studded casablanca Valley on what promises to be a one-of-a-kind experience.

This exclusive travel event is made possible by KQED Public Media and World Leaders Travel.

Special GuestMichael krasny, Ph.D., is host and senior editor of KQeD radio’s award-winning Forum, a news and public affairs program that concentrates on the arts, culture, health, business, and technology. since 1970, Michael Krasny has been a professor of english at san Francisco state University and is a widely published scholar, critic, and fiction writer. his frequent lectures cover literature, culture, politics, humor, Judaica, and the arts, and he has also interviewed many of the leading newsmakers and cultural icons of our time. On this journey, he will share

his passion for literature and insights into south america from a literary and cultural perspective.

Table of Contentschapter 1 v santiagoexplore chile’s cultural, political, and economic capital through the verses and stories of our literary guides, isabel allende and Pablo neruda. Our journey begins at the Plaza de armas where ines

suarez, heroine of allende’s Ines of My Soul, founded santiago de la nueva extremadura in 1541 with her lover, Pedro de Valdivia. The nearby Museum of Pre-columbian art offers visitors a comprehensive overview of the indigenous cultures that populated the americas before the europeans’ arrival, such as the fearless Mapuche indians who fought ines suarez, Pedro de Valdivia, and the spanish for their land and freedom. Our hotel, the Plaza san Francisco, is adjacent to the church of san Francisco, where the main altar holds the carving of the

Virgen del socorro brought to santiago by ines suarez. santiago’s city center also includes the cathedral, the central market, and the presidential palace, Palacio de la Moneda, where isabel allende’s uncle, President salvador allende, made his last stand against General Pinochet in the violent coup of september 11, 1973.

santiago’s main thoroughfares—avenida O’higgins and the rio Mapocho—bring us to cerro santa lucia and a mural honoring chile’s first nobel laureate poet, Gabriela Mistral. her works are renowned for their deep beauty and emotion, and the country honors Mistral in many ways, including her profile on the 500 peso note. across the rio Mapocho we experience the Bohemian neighborhood of Bellavista, home to cafes, bars, and la chascona (“messy-haired woman”), the house that Pablo neruda built for his wife, Matilde Urrutia. Further from the city center, explore the elegant homes and las Ursulinas, the school described in allende’s House of Spirits.

To join Michael Krasny in chile, call (415) 901-8100 or visit worldleaderstravel.com/kQeD.

Your JourneyJanuary 7–16, 2011 / 10 Days

Friday & saturday, January 7 & 8

Depart home / santiago, chile

(hotel Plaza san Francisco, 4 nights)

sunday–Tuesday, January 9–11

santiago

Wednesday, January 12

santiago / casablanca Valley / Valparaiso

(hotels Gervasoni or Zero, 3 nights)*

*Due to the intimate size of local boutique hotels, the

group will be accommodated in two hotels in Valparaiso.

Thursday & Friday, January 13 & 14

Valparaiso

saturday, January 15

Valparaiso / Viña del Mar /

santiago (Depart)

sunday, January 16

arrive home

OPTiOnal exTensiOn

saturday–Wednesday, January 15–19

Buenos aires, argentina

Pricing

Double Occupancy: $4,990

Single Occupancy: $6,780

Limited to 36 travelers

and one by one the nights between our separated cities are joined to the night that unites us. —Pablo Neruda

With $1,000 Savings!

Table of Contentschapter 1 v santiagoexplore chile’s cultural, political, and economic capital through the verses and stories of our literary guides, isabel allende and Pablo neruda. Our journey begins at the Plaza de armas where ines

suarez, heroine of allende’s Ines of My Soul, founded santiago de la nueva extremadura in 1541 with her lover, Pedro de Valdivia. The nearby Museum of Pre-columbian art offers visitors a comprehensive overview of the indigenous cultures that populated the americas before the europeans’ arrival, such as the fearless Mapuche indians who fought ines suarez, Pedro de Valdivia, and the spanish for their land and freedom. Our hotel, the Plaza san Francisco, is adjacent to the church of san Francisco, where the main altar holds the carving of the

Virgen del socorro brought to santiago by ines suarez. santiago’s city center also includes the cathedral, the central market, and the presidential palace, Palacio de la Moneda, where isabel allende’s uncle, President salvador allende, made his last stand against General Pinochet in the violent coup of september 11, 1973.

santiago’s main thoroughfares—avenida O’higgins and the rio Mapocho—bring us to cerro santa lucia and a mural honoring chile’s first nobel laureate poet, Gabriela Mistral. her works are renowned for their deep beauty and emotion, and the country honors Mistral in many ways, including her profile on the 500 peso note. across the rio Mapocho we experience the Bohemian neighborhood of Bellavista, home to cafes, bars, and la chascona (“messy-haired woman”), the house that Pablo neruda built for his wife, Matilde Urrutia. Further from the city center, explore the elegant homes and las Ursulinas, the school described in allende’s House of Spirits.

To join Michael Krasny in chile, call (415) 901-8100 or visit worldleaderstravel.com/kQeD.

Optional ExtensionBuenoS aireS, argenTinav January 15–19, 2011Don’t miss this opportunity to also travel with Michael Krasny to Buenos aires. Discover the allure of the cosmopolitan “Paris of south america” that has captured the fascination of artists and world travelers for generations. explore

the cafes, galleries, museums, and rich history of argentina’s capital, including visits to the venerable opera house Teatro colon; la Boca, the italian neighborhood and birthplace of the tango; the antique shops of san Telmo; and the cultural venues of the Palermo and recoleta neighborhoods. your stay includes theree nights at the loi suites recoleta, a five-star hotel perfectly located in the elegant recoleta neighborhood near museums, parks, and galleries. note that the flight from santiago to Buenos aires is included in extension pricing.Price: $3,790 per person, double occupancy; $990 single supplement.

and one by one the nights between our separated cities are joined to the night that unites us. —Pablo Neruda

chapter 2 v ValparaisoThis boisterous, colorful Pacific seaport is often likened to the san Francisco Bay area. nestled among chaotic hills, its similar geography earned it the nickname Pancho, or “little san Francisco,” by sailors in the

mid-19th century. During california’s gold rush, Valparaiso was an important supply and transit point for chileans and europeans heading to california. Follow in the footsteps of eliza sommers, the central character of allende’s Daughter of Fortune, as we visit the neighborhood of cerro alegre and learn about British influence on Valparaiso’s history and architecture. like san Francisco, Valparaiso was nearly destroyed by an earthquake in 1906, but it rose from the ashes to become one of latin america’s most unique cities and recently earned the designation of a UnescO World heritage site. enjoy time at Pablo neruda’s Valparaiso home, la sebastiana, with its maritime motifs, playful layout, and panoramic views of the city, and meet with members of the Pablo neruda Foundation, dedicated to preserving neruda’s memory.

chapter 3 v the countrysiDe Travel south of Valparaiso to neruda’s third home and final resting place, isla negra, a peaceful vantage point overlooking the Pacific. in the fertile casablanca Valley, chile’s love affair with wine comes to life at the Kingston Family Vineyards. carl Kingston first came

to chile from Michigan in the early 1900s as a prospector for copper and gold. The Kingstons settled in the casablanca Valley in the 1920s and now pioneer the cultivation of chilean Pinot noir and syrah wines under the guidance of napa Valley winemaker Byron Kosuge. enjoy learning about the family’s colorful history and chile’s award-winning wine industry.

January 7-16, 2011

photography creDits cOver: Cerro Santa Lucia, Santiago augusto Domínguez / VisitChile.com • Valparaiso window © iStockphoto.com / Bruno Buongiorno Nardelli • Tiles © Andreas Bauer / iStockphoto.com • Antique letter © istockphoto.com / Michelle Bennett INSIDe: Valparaiso © Desaart / Dreamstime.com • Michael Krasny / Greg Habiby • Open Book © Andrey Burmakin / ShutterStock • Mayan Figure © ShutterStock / Lagui • Cork © Marianna Raszkowska / Dreamstime.com • Valparaiso © iStockphoto.com / Andreas Andersson • Tango dancers © istockphoto.com / Oleg Filipchuk Back cOver: Plaza de Armas, Santiago © ShutterStock / Alexander Chaikin • Old street in Santiago © istockphoto.com / luis sandoval Mandujano • Harvester © ene / Dreamstime.com

Inclusionsyour Journey includeS:v Seven nights in pleasant, comfortable, and well-located hotelsv 7 breakfasts, 7 lunches, 5 dinners, and a welcomereception with beer and wine v comprehensive program of lectures, excursions,and special events v all on-tour transportationv Gratuities to guides, porters, and hospitality staff v Bottled water throughout the program v arrival and departure transfers and baggagehandling between the airports and hotels v Pre-departure information includingsuggested reading list and book package v Services of an experienced tour managerthroughout the program

NOt INcLuDeDRoundtrip airfare between the U.S. and Santiago • Passport fees • chile’s (and argentina’s for post-extension) immigration reciprocity fees (approximately $131 pp) • Airport security fees imposed by the government or airline • Accident, baggage and cancellation insurance • Excess baggage charges • Personal items such as liquor, laundry, telephone, room service in hotels, spa or salon services, fax/Internet/email charges, gratuities for non-group services, and other items not specified as included

PaymeNtS aND caNceLLatIONSa deposit of $1,000 per person is required to reserve your space (payable to World leaders Travel). Final payment is due September 9, 2010, 120 days prior to departure. all cancellations must be received in writing.

Deposits are fully refundable within 14 days of receipt of deposit; after that, they are 100% nonrefundable. For cancellations received after the final payment deadline of September 9, 2010, all payments are 100% nonrefundable, regardless of date of deposit. Please note that there will be no exceptions made to this cancellation policy.

cancellation insurance is strongly recommended. refunds cannot be made to participants who do not complete the tour for any reason at all.

to review the complete terms and conditions, including a Statement of responsibility, please visit WorldleadersTravel.com/KQed.

v Travel with KQED’s Michael Krasny to the “land of poets,” as Chileans call their country, and learn about its rich literary traditions, colorful history, and award-winning wines.

v Meet with Chilean writers and artists, conversing about the influence of Gabriela Mistral, Pablo Neruda, and Isabel Allende on their work and how a prosperous and democratic Chile is shaping Chilean culture.

v Visit all three of Pablo Neruda’s homes in central Chile—La Chascona, La Sebastiana, and Isla Negra—authentic

manifestations of the poetry, passion, and political convictions that defined his life.

v Explore Chile through the eyes of Isabel Allende’s protagonists, including Ines Suarez of Ines of My Soul, Eliza Sommers of Daughter of Fortune, and Clara del Valle of The House of Spirits.

v Savor the wines, cuisine, and scenery of Chile’s capital city, Santiago; Chile’s primary port and UNESCO World Heritage site Valparaiso; and the wine country of the Casablanca Valley.

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