Stanford Family AdventuresS T A N F O R D T R A V E L / S T U D Y

Croatia Family Adventure

JUNE 21 TO 29, 2020

Stanford Family AdventuresS T A N F O R D T R A V E L / S T U D Y

HighlightsD I S C O V E R the idyllic waterfalls of Krka National Park on foot, pausing to take a refreshing dip beneath one of the park’s seven falls

E N G A R D E in a sword-and-archery class at the medieval fortress of Klis, perched high above Split and home to many of Croatia’s rulers over the past millennium

C R U I S E amid the picturesque islands of the Dalmatian Coast, stopping to swim and visit with a local family that has been producing honey for generations.

Young Explorer ProgramKids of all ages love our Young Explorer program, where they’re grouped with trav-elers their own age for fun and educational activities while adults attend faculty lectures. They’ll enjoy thought-provoking discussions and mind-bending games that fuel creativity, all while building new friendships. Our Young Explorer leaders are all recent Stanford grads and Stanford Sierra Camp counselors and are pros at understanding and adapting to the personalities and interests of each young explorer—which means that everyone has a great time.

CALL US: (650) 725-1093EMAIL US: family-adventures@alumni.stanford.eduVISIT US ONLINE: alu.ms/gofamily

KRKA NATIONAL PARK

Faculty LeaderIvan Lupic , who joined Stanford Univer-sity as an assistant professor of English in 2013, is an English literature and Shake-spearean scholar with research interests in the European Renaissance, book history and manuscript studies, theater histo-ry, and the intersection of literature and political thought. His latest book, Subjects of Advice: Drama of Counsel from More to Shakespeare, was published by the University of Pennsylvania Press in 2019. Having grown up in the Balkans and lived in Croatia for much of his life, Professor Lupic has seen firsthand the changes that have impacted this region over the last few decades. In recent years, he has written several articles on the literary cul-ture of the Ragusan Republic, a maritime republic centered in the city of Dubrovnik that flourished in the 15th and 16th centuries. This work forms the founda-tion for his new book project, The Illyrian Renaissance: Literature in the European Borderlands. During our program, his lectures will focus on the history, culture and literature of Croatia.

“Absolutely amazing

way to spend time as

a family and enrich our

knowledge of the history and

cultures of the region!”Heidi Heilemann, ’03, Rhine Family Adventure

2018

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Lokrum

Dubrovnik

BOSNIA ANDHERZEGOVINA

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Split Klis

Šibenik

Vrgorac

KRKA NATIONAL PARK

Šolta Island

Krknjaši Island

Konavle Valley

ItineraryJ U N E 2 1 T O 2 2

U.S. / Split, CroatiaDepart the U.S. on overnight flights, arriving on Monday. Settle in at our hotel, and gather this evening for a welcome reception and dinner. (6/22: D)

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Split / KlisEmbark on a morning walking tour of Split’s historic city center and explore Diocletian’s Palace, an ancient Roman structure that is now a UNESCO World Heritage site. Then, attend an authentic sword-and-archery class at the Fortress of Klis, a cliffside medieval fortification that was used as the fictional city of Meereen liberated by Daenerys Targaryen in the epic TV series Game of Thrones. (B,L)

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Krka National Park / ŠibenikToday set out on a hiking adventure in Krka National Park, with a chance to swim in a pool beneath one of the park’s seven waterfalls. Afterward, continue to the historic city of Šibenik where we visit the cathedral of St. James and learn about the architectural styles of the Ro-manesque and Renaissance periods found in the city. Continue to the falconry center nearby and come face to face with these incredible sky hunters, and witness a demonstration of their remarkable prowess and agility. (B,D)

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Split / Šolta / KrknjašiEmbark on a catamaran from Split to the island of Šolta. Learn about the island’s history of olive oil production during a tour of family-owned groves, where some olive trees are more than a thousand years old! Afterward, stop at a bee-keeping farm owned by a local family and help harvest Croatian honey. After lunch at a local tavern, take a dip in the crystal-clear waters of the Blue Lagoon on the island of Krknjaši. (B,L)

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Vrgorac / DubrovnikDepart this morning for Dubrovnik, stopping en route at the city of Vrgorac. Sample some of the locally grown delicacies that the Dalmatian countryside is famous for, including fruits and vegetables—most notably strawberries—and meat products. Vrgorac is also known for its wine, and the adults will have the chance to sample it at a wine tasting. Continue to Dubrovnik and enjoy the remainder of the day at leisure to take in the many sights of this phenomenal, ancient walled city. (B,L,D)

AccommodationsLe Meridien Lav HotelS P L I T, C R O A T I A | 4 N I G H T S

Le Meridien Lav Hotel sits on the idyllic beach of Podstrana, just a few miles south of the Split city center, and overlooks the islands just off the Dalmatian Coast. It is Split’s only 5-star resort and boasts a multitude of amenities including a pool, free Wi-Fi and a variety of athletic facilities.

Valamar Dubrovnik President HotelD U B R O V N I K , C R O A T I A |

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The recently renovated Valamar Dubrovnik President is a 5-star hotel situated on the Babin Kuk peninsula, just a few miles from Old Town Dubrovnik. With its view of the Elaphiti Islands, this hotel is a beachside respite from the hustle and bustle of the city center. Amenities include award-winning restaurants, free Wi-Fi, a pool and easy beach access.

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Dubrovnik / LokrumAfter breakfast, amble through the old town of Dubrovnik, considered to be the crown jewel of the Adriatic. Hop aboard a boat for the short ride to Lokrum to walk through the island’s botanical gardens and hear the island’s legends from a local storyteller. (B,L)

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Konavle ValleyTravel to the nearby Konavle Valley, nestled between the Herzegovina and Montenegro Mountains. Visit a local Mujo family home, and learn about this family’s traditional farm-ing and day-to-day life, then stay here for a festive farewell reception and dinner. (B,D) J U N E 2 9

Dubrovnik / U.S.Transfer to the airport for flights home. Dovidjenja!—Until we meet again! (B)

Accommodations The Stanford Differencefor Young ExplorersNot your ordinary kids’ campYou’re taking your family on the trip of a lifetime and, of course, you want to be right beside your kids to witness their wonder and amazement. Rest assured you’ll spend most of the trip together as a family. On occasion, kids-only adventures, tours and meals allow the adults time for more in-depth touring and discussions. Our professional tour manager and team of Young Explorer leaders (at least one for every 10 kids) join you every step of the way to make your family trip a breeze.

Dedicated Young Explorer leadersOur savvy Young Explorer leaders are razor-sharp recent Stanford grads and former Stanford Sierra Camp counselors. They’ll captivate the children with hands-on educational activities while the adults attend lectures. And they bring the whole family together for activities such as Family Olympics, Trivia Night or Disco Bingo.

Access to Stanford scholars Have a child or grandchild who is keenly interested in the faculty leader’s area of expertise? He or she is welcome to attend the lectures with you. On most trips, our faculty leaders design and deliver a lecture specifically for young explorers.

Create a Custom Family AdventureRegular program dates not doable for you? Interested in traveling with your own group or wanting to celebrate a special occasion?

Private Editions allows you to create a one-of-a-kind vacation using Travel/Study’s 50 years of travel expertise and with the added enrichment of Stanford faculty. Start with one of our tried-and-true itineraries or let our team help you plan your dream trip…anywhere in the world.

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Terms & ConditionsDeposits, Payments, Cancellations & RefundsA $1,000-per-person deposit is required to hold your space. Call the Travel/Study office at (650) 725-1093 or sign up online at alumni.stanford.edu/trip?croatia- family2020. Final payment is due 120 days prior to departure. Child rates apply to children ages 18 and younger on the date the adventure begins. Deposits and any payments are refundable, less a $500-per-person cancellation fee, until 120 days prior to departure. After that date, refunds can be made only if the program is sold out and your place(s) can be resold, in which case a $1,000-per-person cancellation fee will apply. As a condition of participation, all confirmed participants are required to sign a Release of Liability.

InsuranceStanford Travel/Study provides all travelers who are U.S. or Canadian citizens with minimal medical, accident and evacuation coverage under our group-travel insurance pol-icy. Our group policy is intended to provide minimal levels of protection while you are traveling on this program. You may choose to subscribe to optional trip-cancellation and baggage insurance. Information offering such insurance will be provided to travelers with their welcome materials. The product offered includes special benefits if you purchase your policy within 14 days of written confirmation of your participation on the trip.

EligibilityWe encourage membership in the Stanford Alumni Association as the program cost for nonmembers is $300 more than the members’ price. A person traveling as a paid guest of a current member will not be charged the nonmember fee. For more information or to purchase a membership, visit alumni.stanford.edu/goto/membership or call (650) 725-0692.

ResponsibilityThe Stanford Alumni Association, Stanford University and our operators act only as agents for the passenger with respect to transportation and exercise every care possible in doing so. However, we can assume no liability for injury, damage, loss, accident, delay or irregularity in connection with the service of any automobile, motor coach, launch or any other conveyance used in carrying out this program or for the acts or defaults of any company or person engaged in conveying the passenger or in carrying out the arrange-ments of the program. We cannot accept any responsibility for losses or additional expenses due to delay or changes in air or other services, sickness, weather, strike, war, quarantine, force majeure or other causes beyond our control. All such losses or expenses will have to be borne by the passenger as tour rates provide arrangements only for the time stated. We reserve the right to make such alterations to this published itinerary as may be deemed necessary. The right is reserved to cancel any program prior to departure in which case the entire payment will be refunded without further obligation on our part. The right is also reserved to decline to accept or retain any person as a member of the program. No refund will be made for an unused portion of any tour unless arrangements are made in sufficient time to avoid penalties. Baggage is carried at the owner’s risk entirely. The airlines concerned are not to be held responsible for any act, omission or event during the time passengers are not on board their plane or conveyance. Neither the Stanford Alumni Association, Stanford University nor our operators accept liability for any carrier’s cancellation penalty incurred by the purchase of a nonrefundable ticket in connection with the tour. Program prices are based on rates in effect in July 2019 and are subject to change without notice to reflect fluctuations in exchange rates, tariffs or fuel charge.

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Trip InformationDatesJune 21 to 29, 2020 (9 days) Group Size/Age41 participants / Minimum age: 6Cost*$6,895 per adult, double occupancy$5,995 per child, double occupancy$7,795 per person, single occupancy**

*Stanford Alumni Association nonmembers add $300 per person.**Single accommodations limited—please call for availability.Included7 nights of deluxe hotel accommodations 7 break-fasts, 4 lunches and 4 dinners Welcome and farewell receptions Gratuities to guides and drivers for all group activities All tours and excursions as described in the itinerary Transfers and baggage handling on program arrival and departure days Minimal medical, accident and evacuation insurance Educational program with lecture series for adults and Young Explorer program for kids Pre-departure materials, including recommended reading list, a selected book (one for adults, one for each kid based on his or her age), map and travel information Services of our professional tour manager to assist you throughout the programNot IncludedInternational and U.S. domestic airfare Passport and visa fees Immunization costs Meals and beverages other than those specified as included Independent and private transfers Trip-cancellation/interruption and baggage insurance Excess-baggage charges Per-sonal items such as internet access, telephone and fax calls, laundry and gratuities for nongroup servicesAir ArrangementsYou are responsible for booking and purchasing airfare to the start location and from the end location of the program. These air purchases are NOT included in the program cost. To assist you in making these independent arrangements, we will send you information with your confirmation materials on when to arrive and depart.What to ExpectWe consider this program to be a moderately strenuous program that is at times physically demanding and busy. Some days require early-morning starts and/or go into the late evenings; we often have a full schedule of excursions, lectures and special events. Daily excursions involve one to three miles of walking, with tours as long as three hours on city streets, which are, in some cases, uneven or cobblestoned. Many sites and buildings do not have elevators and also do not allow buses to pull up in front, thus requiring a walk of several minutes, sometimes uphill, to reach the entrance. Our journey requires travel by motor coach, with most drives no longer than 90 minutes. There are a few excursions by motorboat on this program and although these boat trips are brief, travelers sensitive to seasick-ness should be aptly prepared. Average temperatures in Croatia in late June range from the mid-70s (°F) to the mid-80s; come prepared for potentially hot weather. Although all of the hotels and motor coaches used in this program are air-conditioned, some of the museums and other sites we visit are not. Participants must be physically fit, active and in good health. We welcome travelers 6 years of age and older on this program. California Seller of Travel Program

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JUNE 21 TO 29, 2020

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