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Associate Professor of Architecture and Adjunct Associate Curator of Architecture and Design

The Alumni Association Travel Committee Is Pleased to Present: The Baltic’s Amber Coast Aboard Sea Cloud II,

A Unique Learning Experience with Peter MacKeith, Associate Professor of Architecture and Adjunct Associate Curator of Architecture and Design

Join Washington University in St. Louis Alumni, Parents and Friends as we explore the Baltic’s Amber Coast on a glorious midsummer cruise. Sailing from Copenhagen to St. Petersburg, we will visit the Baltic capitals, where examples of medieval and Art Nouveau architecture remain nearly untouched by the early 21st century. Our voyage also includes the vibrant Scandinavian capitals of Stockholm and Helsinki.

Our journey will be enhanced by the insights of Washington University’s own Peter MacKeith, Associate Professor of Architecture and Adjunct Associate Curator of Architecture and Design at the Sam Fox School of Design & Visual Art. Receiving a Fulbright Fellowship to Finland in 1990 for research on the work of Alvar Aalto, Professor MacKeith subsequently worked in the office of Juhani Pallasmaa and taught at the Helsinki University of Technology School of Architecture. Mr. MacKeith has lectured and written widely on Finnish and Nordic architecture. He was Curator of the Nordic Pavilion at the 2012 Venice Biennale of Architecture and was honored as Knight, First Class, of the Order of the Lion of Finland. Also joining us will be Ellenor Alcorn, an Associate Curator in the Department of European Sculpture and Decorative Arts at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and Timothy Colton, Professor of Government and Russian Studies at Harvard. (The Met Museum, the National Trust for Historic Preservation, and the alumni association of Harvard University have joined Washington University in sponsoring this program.)

Sea Cloud II: A World-Class Experience in Luxury TravelIn Copenhagen, we embark the magnificent sailing yacht Sea Cloud II. Her friendly staff, luxurious accommodations and fine dining create an onboard ambiance of relaxed elegance. Her spacious decks provide the ideal setting to reflect upon our fascinating days, as we watch her crew practice the age-old art of setting the sails by hand.

Our Fantastic Journey Our first stop is a brief visit to the charming island of Christiansø. Continue to Vilnius, Lithuania, and experience its medieval Old Town. Drive to Latvia to see Riga’s Art Nouveau architecture. Crossing the Baltic to the island of Gotland, we step ashore at the fortified town of Visby. We’ll navigate the islands of Swedish archipelagos to Stockholm, where we remain pier-side overnight. Our itinerary includes the walled city of Tallinn and the vibrant maritime capital of Helsinki. Our sea voyage concludes when we disembark in St. Petersburg.

An optional two-night prelude is offered in Copenhagen, where there will be time to explore the city on your own. An optional postlude is offered in St. Petersburg, where highlights include specially arranged before-hours tours of both the Hermitage and Catherine’s Palace, with its meticulously recreated Amber Room, as well as a White Nights Festival performance.

Is Travel with Washington University Really Different? Absolutely — and far beyond the participation of Professor Peter MacKeith, this extraordinary voyage includes an array of exclusive content. As our group will be kept to a reasonable size to ensure your comfort, space is limited. We encourage you to give this invitation your special attention. We know you will treasure the chance to share this remark-able journey in the congenial company of travelers with similar appreciations and interests.

Travel Committee John Fox Arnold Thomas Lancaster, PhD ’83 Gail Lewin, JD ’76 Michael Long, AB ’60, JD ’62 Tom Lowther, JD ’62, MA ’99 Chair Molly McConnell, AB ’66 Tom McConnell, AB ’66 Sandy Rothschild, AB ’67 MBA ’71 Ann Ruwitch Rick Ryan, MBA ’94

Campus Box 1210, One Brookings Drive, St. Louis, Missouri 63130 • Telephone 314.935.7378 or 866.WU.TRIPS • E-mail: alumni.travel@wustl.edu

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Saturday, June 28 Depart New York on an overnight f light to

Copenhagen, Denmark.

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Sunday, June 29 Arrive in Copenhagen in the early afternoon.

Following a brief city tour, board the awaiting Sea Cloud II and

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Monday, June 30 This morning, enjoy a stop to explore the

unspoiled island of Christiansø, which retains its 17th-century

charm. In the afternoon, attend lectures as the ship sails. Join

the captain for a welcome reception and dinner.

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Tuesday, July 1 Disembark the ship in Klaipeda and drive to

Vilnius for an overnight excursion. Discover its Old Town, one

of Europe’s largest medieval centers and a UNESCO World

Heritage site. See the 16th-century Gates of Dawn, the hilltop

Gediminas Castle, and the synagogue in what was the Jewish

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ghetto. Time permitting, also visit Vilnius University, founded

in 1579, and the Baroque Church of Saints Peter and Paul.

Accommodations are at the Radisson SAS Astorija Hotel and

dinner is arranged. Alternatively, remain on board Sea Cloud II

as she sails to Latvia.

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Wednesday, July 2 A morning drive takes us from Vilnius

through the countryside to Riga, Latvia, named the European

Capital of Culture for 2014. After lunch, see the city’s superb

Art Nouveau architecture and historic Old Town, dotted with

handsome medieval spires and ancient churches. A private

backstage tour of the National Opera has been arranged

especially for our group. There will also be time to explore Riga

independently, and you may wish to dine at a restaurant in the

quaint Old Town. Reboard Sea Cloud II in the evening.

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Friday, July 4 Arrive this morning in Visby, a UNESCO World

Heritage site. Towers, gabled mansions, the Visborg Castle, and

ruins of medieval churches recall this walled town’s fascinating

history. See the Cathedral of Santa Maria, walk in the Botanical

Garden, and visit the Gotlands Fornsal Museum before sailing

in the early afternoon.

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Saturday, July 5 Be on deck as Sea Cloud II navigates a vast

archipelago—passing summer homes and sailboats—as it

approaches Stockholm. After lunch, travel to the Royal Castle

of Drottningholm, modeled after Versailles. Visit its Chinese

Pavilion and magnificent 18th-century Court Theater, opened

specially for us. The ship remains docked in Stockholm overnight.

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Sunday, July 6 Join a morning walking tour through Gamla

Stan (Old Town), then view the Royal Armory’s collection of

coaches, costumes, and armor before public hours. Explore the

Millesgarden Sculpture Park, built on terraces carved into cliffs

overlooking the harbor. Or visit the Vasa museum, home to a

magnificent 17th-century warship, recovered from the bottom

of Stockholm’s harbor. Sea Cloud II continues to Estonia in the

early afternoon.

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Monday, July 7 Enjoy a relaxed morning at sea before sailing

into Tallinn, whose spires and turreted medieval walls have

survived since the days of the Hanseatic League. Begin at Castle

Hill for a tour of 13th-century Toom Church. Then continue to

the picturesque Old Town, where the narrow cobblestone streets

are lined with galleries and shops. Following a private concert in

the restored St. Nicholas Church, there will be time to explore

on your own.

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Tuesday, July 8 Step ashore to explore Finland’s vibrant capital.

See architect Eliel Saarinen’s landmark granite train station,

opened in 1919; the Neoclassical cathedral on Senate Square,

with its tall green dome; and the modern 1969 subterranean

Rock Church with a copper roof. In the evening, celebrate our

voyage at the captain’s farewell dinner.

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Rates Include n Ten nights cabin accommodations aboard Sea Cloud II, including

one-night stay at the Radisson SAS Astorija Hotel, Vilnius

n All meals during the cruise including meals during Vilnius / Riga excursion. Wine with lunches and dinners. Receptions as noted

n Enrichment program of lectures and special events n Escorted sightseeing by motor coach and entrance fees for visits n Airport / pier group transfers and porterage n Taxes, service charges, gratuities to guides and drivers n Customary shipboard gratuities

Not Included in Rates Airfare; passport and visa fees; alcoholic beverages other than wine at lunches and dinners; personal items and expenses; airport transfers for those not on group f lights; baggage in excess of one suitcase; trip insurance; optional Copenhagen prelude; optional St. Petersburg postlude; any other items not specifically mentioned as included.

Optional Copenhagen Prelude $1,795 per person. Single supplement $795. Includes two nights at the Hotel D’Angleterre. Breakfast daily, two lunches, and one reception. Sightseeing as noted.

Optional St. Petersburg Postlude $2,795 per person. Single supplement $630. Includes three nights at Grand Hotel Europe. Breakfast daily, two lunches, and one dinner. Sightseeing as noted.

CRUISE RATES(Per Person, Double Occupancy)

Cabins 204 to 206 Cabin Deck $8,995State Rooms. Upper/lower twin berths, shower.

Cabins 207 to 210 Cabin Deck $9,995Superior Cabins. Twin beds, shower.

Cabins 211 to 217 & 224 to 231 Cabin Deck $12,495Deluxe Cabins. Twin beds, shower.

Cabins 218 to 223 Cabin Deck $13,495Deluxe Cabins. Twin beds, shower.

Cabins 301 & 302 Promenade Deck $13,995Deluxe Cabins. Twin beds, shower.

Cabins 303 to 319 Promenade Deck $14,995Junior Suites. Twin beds, bathtub with shower.

Cabins 401 & 402 Lido Deck $16,995Owner’s Suites. Queen-size bed, bathtub, and separate shower.

A very limited number of cabins are available for single occupancy at a supplement ranging from 30 to 100 percent of the cruise rate.

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The Hermitage, St. Petersburg.

Dome of the Glyptotek, Copenhagen.

OPTIONA L ST. PETER SBURG POSTLUDEJuly 9 to 12, 2014

Disembark Sea Cloud II in St. Petersburg and spend three nights in this vibrant city, founded by Peter the Great in 1703. Before it is open to the public, tour the incomparable Hermitage, where 400 rooms in five adjacent palaces display nearly all schools of Western art. Visit Catherine’s Palace before public hours to enter the exquisitely restored Amber Room and stroll in the formal gardens. Continue to Pavlovsk Palace, whose beautiful appointments include furniture, china, and sculpture. Other highlights are the State Russian Museum and a White Nights Festival performance. Accommodations are arranged at the luxurious Grand Hotel Europe. n

OPTIONA L COPENH AGEN PR ELUDEJune 26 to 29, 2014

Spend two nights in the charming city of Copenhagen, where we will visit the Glyptotek, a fascinating museum in the city center, as well as Louisiana, a modern art museum on the coast north of the city. In the town of Helsinør, see Kronborg Castle, immortalized by Shakespeare as Elsinore in Hamlet. There will be free time to explore the city’s many delights on your own. Abundant street life, shopping along the Strøget, and strolling through Tivoli Gardens are just the beginning. n

On the front cover: Spires of Riga. On the back cover: Drottningholm Palace (top) and Sea Cloud II (bottom).

T E R M S & C O N D I T I O N S

AIRFARE Academic Arrangements Abroad (AAA) will be pleased to assist with air travel arrangements for this program, including specially negotiated group airfare when available, suggested flights, or individual requests for a processing fee of $40 per person Complete details will be provided in your confirmation mailing.

PAYMENT SCHEDULE A deposit of $2,500 per person, payable to Academic Arrangements Abroad, of which $350 is non-refundable for administrative fees, is required with the reservation application. Final payment, by check only, must be received 120 days prior to departure.

HEALTH All participants must be in good health. This program involves extensive walking over uneven surfaces, climbing stairs at monuments and other locations not handicapped accessible, and climbing in and out of various conveyances, including tenders. Any condition that may require assistance or special medical attention must be reported at the time of your reservation. PLEASE NOTE: Sea Cloud II does not have an elevator.

INSURANCE TRIP CANCELLATION / EMERGENCY MEDICAL EVACUATION / BAGGAGE / ACCIDENT AND SICKNESS INSURANCE PROTECTION IS STRONGLY RECOMMENDED. CANCELLATION PENALTIES ARE STRICTLY ENFORCED. AAA will send an insurance application upon receipt of reservation and deposit, although you may select any insurer of your choice.

CHANGES IN ITINERARY & COSTS The itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of Washington University in St. Louis Alumni Association (the Alumni Association) and AAA. All prices quoted are based on prevailing fuel prices, airfares, and currency exchange rates in effect at time of brochure printing and are subject to change without notice. Deviations from the scheduled itinerary are at the expense of the individual.

RESPONSIBILITY CLAUSE The participation of the Alumni Association is limited to educational sponsorship of the program described in this brochure (The Program). AAA acts only as an agent for the participant with respect to transportation, accommodations, and all other services, relating to The Program. AAA, the Alumni Association, and/or their agents assume no responsibility or liability for any act, error, or omission, or for any injury, loss, accident, delay, or irregularity that may be occasioned by reason of any defect in any aircraft, ship, train, bus or other carrier, or through neglect or default of any subcontractor or other third party, which may be used wholly or in part in the performance of their duty to the participants of The Program. The passage ticket issued by the carrier is the sole contract between the participant and the carrier. Nor will AAA or the Alumni Association and/or their agents be responsible for loss, injury, damages, or expenses to persons or property, due to illness, weather, strikes, local laws, hostilities, wars, terrorist acts, acts of nature, or other such causes in connection with The Program or anything beyond their reasonable control. AAA is not responsible for transportation or other program delays and changes, nor additional expenses or loss of time that may be incurred. In the event it becomes necessary or advisable for the comfort or well-being of the participants, or for any reason whatsoever, to alter the itinerary at any time, without notice to the participants, such alterations will be made without penalty to AAA or the Alumni Association. Additional expenses, if any, shall be borne by the participants. Baggage and personal effects are the sole responsibility of the participant at all times. The Alumni Association and AAA reserve the right to accept or decline any person as a participant at any time, or to require any participant to withdraw from The Program at their own expense when such an action is determined by AAA or the Alumni Association to be in the best interest of the participant’s health and safety, or the general welfare of the other participants.

CANCELLATION POLICY AAA must strictly adhere to its cancellation policy to offset costs incurred prior to the commencement of The Program, which may include but are not limited to: advance payments to land operators; ship charters; communication expenses; development / promotional expenses and the loss of time that might have permitted resale of reserved space. All cancellations must be made in writing to the offices of AAA and are subject to a $350 non-refundable administrative fee. All refunds are limited to amounts actually received by AAA and are the sole responsibility of AAA; the Alumni Association shall have no liability for refunds. At the time AAA receives written notification of cancellation, the following cancellation charges will apply: cancellations received between 120 and 91 days prior to departure, 20 percent of the program cost per person; those received between 90 and 61 days before departure, 50 percent of the program cost per person; no refunds will be given for cancellations received within 60 days of departure. No refunds are given for cancellation on or after the day of departure, or for unused portions of the tour, for any reason. Air cancellation charges, if any, will be assessed in accordance with airline regulations. All group fare tickets must be issued no less than 30 days prior to departure. NOTE: Neither AAA nor the Alumni Association shall be liable for any airline cancellation penalties incurred by the purchase of a non-refundable ticket. In the case of a cancellation due to shortage of participants, AAA will attempt to notify all participants at least 45 days prior to departure. However, AAA reserves the right to cancel The Program prior to departure for any reason and, in such case, reimbursement of refundable costs of the trip by AAA shall constitute full settlement with the participant. In the unlikely event that a dispute arises between a participant and AAA or the Alumni Association, the following conditions will apply: (a) the dispute will be settled by binding arbitration administered by the American Arbitration Association in New York, NY; (b) the dispute will be governed by New York Law; (c) the maximum amount of recovery to which a participant shall be entitled under any and all circumstances will be the sum of all monies actually received from the participant by AAA. The participant agrees that this is a fair and reasonable limitation on the damages, of any sort whatsoever, that a participant may suffer. Upon payment of the deposit to AAA, the participant agrees to be bound by the above terms and conditions.

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