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Page Knox has been teaching art history at Columbia University since 2012. Now, Travel with The Met has invited her to take her classroom beyond the university's walls, sharing some of humanity's highest achievements in the places they were created.
Join Page next year to take a behind-the-scenes look at Art Basel Hong Kong, explore the secrets and splendors of the French aristocracy in the Loire Valley, follow in the footsteps of Leonardo across Italy and France, or sail the Celtic isles to ports filled with fascinating collections and enchanting castles. |
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China, Classical to Contemporary Featuring Art Basel Hong Kong
March 22-31, 2019
$9,499
The Met’s Asian art collection—among the largest in the Western world—includes priceless paintings, calligraphy, and antiquities from China. In March, experience this fascinating country beyond the walls of the Museum. Begin in vibrant Shanghai, known as “the Paris of the East,” to explore the exciting contemporary art scene, and spend a day in Suzhou, one of China’s oldest and most beautiful cities. Fly to dynamic Hong Kong to visit the city’s landmarks and contemporary collections, as well as the annual Art Basel fair.
To reserve your space, contact Kieran McCarthy Fell at kmccarthyfell@arrangementsabroad.com or (212) 514-8922.
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Vixens, Vistas & Versailles: Art of the Loire Valley & Paris Environs
May 2-10, 2019
$7,499
Trace the history of the French Renaissance and beyond during this eight-day journey. Explore the charming Loire Valley, with its lavish pleasure palaces and formal gardens, dotted with some of the most spectacular châteaux in the country. Tour atmospheric Chenonceau and royal Chambord, and visit the Palace of Fontainebleau, the site of Emperor Napoleon’s abdication. On the final day, enjoy special access to the public and private sections of Versailles, the magnificent symbol of the absolute monarchy that would eventually meet its end in the Revolution.
To reserve your space, contact Lynn Kolibaba at lkolibaba@arrangementsabroad.com or (212) 324-3043.
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Leonardo da Vinci
Genius of the Renaissance
May 21- June 1, 2019
$11,999
During the 500th anniversary of Leonardo’s death, celebrate the work of one of the greatest creators who ever lived. View Leonardo’s masterpieces in Florence’s famous Uffizi Gallery, receive a private tour at a renowned art restoration laboratory, and visit the artist’s birthplace of Vinci. Discover Mantua, home of the art patron Isabella d’Este, one of the most important women of the Italian Renaissance; admire The Last Supper in Milan; and tour the famous opera house La Scala. Conclude in Paris, where we will tour the Louvre and visit the Château de Clos-Lucé, where Leonardo spent the last three years of his life.
To reserve your space, contact Nila Popal at npopal@arrangementsabroad.com
or (212) 344-0830.
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Castles and Collections of the Celtic Isles
Dublin to Edinburgh Aboard Sea Cloud II
July 6-17, 2019
$10,999
From Dublin, sail north to call at Belfast, risen like a phoenix from the ashes of religious strife, and visit the estates of Ballywalter Park, Grey Abbey, and Baronscourt. Cross the North Channel to Scotland and explore the Orkney Islands. Admire the private collections of Cawdor Castle and Crathes Castle, and end in lovely Edinburgh, to tour the Old Town and the Palace of Holyroodhouse. Optional Dublin prelude; optional Edinburgh postlude.
To reserve your space, contact Kieran McCarthy Fell at kmccarthyfell@arrangementsabroad.com or (212) 514-8922.
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Also, save the date for Page’s five-day immersion
in the cultural highlights of Paris, October 22-28, 2019. |
Photos: Art Basel, Hong Kong (top left); Château de Langeais (top right); Château d'Amboise (above left); and Stones of Stennes (above right)
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