Sicily & Malta: Catania to Palermo Aboard Sea Cloud II

October 1 – 9, 2026

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Embark on a Mediterranean sea voyage from Sicily to Malta aboard Sea Cloud II to explore historical landmarks and witness breathtaking island landscapes.

In Syracuse, Sicily, view the Duomo di Siracusa and striking Baroque palazzos and inspiring ancient theaters. Explore Agrigento’s Valley of the Temples in Sicily and witness the dazzling mosaics of Piazza Armerina’s Villa Romana del Casale. In Malta, discover the island’s prehistoric marvels, such as the Hagar Qim Temple, and immerse yourself in the intricate art and history of Valletta, a UNESCO World Heritage Site packed with monuments.

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Lecturer

Rika Burnham

Lecturer

Rika Burnham, Lecturer, has served as Head of Education at the Frick Collection, Museum Educator at the Metropolitan Museum of Art, and Project Director for TIME/Teaching Institute in Museum Education at the School of the Art Institute of Chicago. She has given lectures and led workshops for art museums across the U.S. and in Europe and currently teaches as a Lecturer in the Columbia University School of Professional Studies. An influential author in her field, Burnham’s many publications include Teaching in the Art Museum: Interpretation as Experience (Getty, 2011, with Elliott Kai-Kee), winner of a PROSE Award for best title in education from the Association of American Publishers. Her catalogue, chapter, and other essays have appeared under the National Gallery of Australia, Barnes Foundation, and SITE Santa Fe, as well as in numerous academic journals. Burnham holds a degree in art history from Harvard University and was awarded the degree of Honorary Doctor of Fine Arts from Massachusetts College of Art and Design in 2014.

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