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The Hidden History of Zanzibar's Stone Town

The settlement is centuries older than historians once believed.
Line Sidonie Talla Mafotsing September 27, 2022
jewish

One Man's Search for the First Hebrew-Lettered Cookbook

The text is a snapshot of Hungary's Jewish middle class in the mid-1800s.
Sam Lin-Sommer September 26, 2022
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Podcast: Broken Angel

A gleaming creature spread its wings of scrap wood and glass over Brooklyn for 30 years.
The Podcast Team September 27, 2022
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Pyramids and Petroglyphs of Sudan

Sudan
Nov 25–Dec 5, 2022
From $5,680 USD
Journey along the Nile, across the Sudanese desert, and discover the pyramids and archaeological treasures of ancient civilizations.
wildlife & nature

Magical Galápagos: Wonders of Evolution

Ecuador
Mar 5–12, 2023
From $7,590 USD
+ 2 other dates
art & culture

India: Desert Festivals of Rajasthan

India
Jan 31–Feb 10, 2023
From $6,570 USD
Experience the traditions and customs of desert culture in Northern India.
history

In the Footsteps of Pharaohs: Exploring Ancient Egypt

Egypt
Sep 29–Oct 8, 2022
From $4,360 USD
Discover ancient and modern Cairo then cruise along the Nile taking in the Valley of the Kings, Luxor, Aswan, and Abu Simbel.
+ 3 other dates
food & drink

New Orleans: Roots of a Creole Kitchen

New Orleans
Oct 10–14, 2022
From $3,475 USD
history

The Kingdoms of Andalusia: Secret Gardens and Haunted Palaces

Spain
May 8–15, 2023
From $4,370 USD
+ 2 other dates
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Montreal, Quebec

Paris Métro Sign at Victoria Square

The only example of a Paris Métro sign in use at a subway station outside of the French capital. 
Aberystwyth, Wales

The Ancient Books of Wales

Welsh literary history is preserved in the delicate pages of these medieval manuscripts.
Zutendaal, Belgium

Lieteberg Blotevoetenpad

No shoes allowed on this trail, which is designed to be experienced barefoot.
Farnham, England

Blind Bishops Steps

These steps were uniquely crafted so Bishop Richard Fox could travel between his home and town.
La Fatarella, Spain

The Hermitage of la Mare de Deu del Carme

The bell that resides above this small chapel is actually a converted bomb.
Springdale, Utah

Maurice Graham Monument

Dedicated to an airmail pilot who never let go of his important payload.
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Starts Wed, Sep 28
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The History of Color With Carolyn Purnell

Starts Thu, Sep 29
4 Sessions
$75 per person
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Piecemaker: Sewing a Sampler Quilt With Aaron Sanders Head

Starts Thu, Sep 29
3 Sessions
$170 per person
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Raising the Bar: Chocolate's History, Art, and Taste With Sophia Contreras Rea

Starts Thu, Sep 29
3 Sessions
$220 per person
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