Spain: Barcelona and San Sebastian
With Professor Richard L. Kagan
October 24 - November 2, 2013
From $3,295 (plus airfare & VAT)
Discover the dynamic regions of Catalonia and Basque Country, each with its own distinct identity and rich in history and tradition. Dive headfirst into the surreal Mediterranean cityscape of Barcelona, and witness the fantastical architecture of Antoni Gaudí, including the breathtaking and bizarre La Sagrada Família. Delight your palate with local specialties, sip sparkling Cava in the rolling vineyards of Penedès, and meander along winding streets in the vibrant seaside village of San Sebastián. Get an insider’s look at the Gehry-designed Guggenheim Museum in Bilbao and marvel at the magnificent masterpieces inside. Conclude this journey of Spain’s personality-packed sights and cities in Pamplona, famous for the annual Running of the Bulls and the setting for Ernest Hemingway’s novel, The Sun Also Rises. Deluxe accommodations in Barcelona and San Sebastián and an extensive meal plan featuring wine with dinner are included in this Alumni Campus Abroad® program.
Richard L. Kagan is the Arthur O. Lovejoy Professor of the Department of History. He specializes in European early modern history with particular interest in Spain. He will be accompanied by his wife, Dr. Marianna S. Simpson, former chief curator of Walters Art Museum in Baltimore and a specialist in the arts of Islam.