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reserve your trip to salamanca today! Send to: Yale Educational Travel Fax: (203) 432-0587 Land and Air Program I/we reserve the Land Program and request the roundtrip Air Program to Madrid, Spain, to depart from: The land program price of this program is $5,395. All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and do not include air program costs (unless otherwise stated). Single accommodations are an additional $995 (limited availability). Full Legal Name (exactly as it appears on passport) Departure City Featuring exclusive faculty-designed excursions Please send me information on upgrading my flights. Please note: Air prices will be sent to you with your Reservation Confirmation and air schedule sent at 90 days before departure. International flight arrangements can be canceled with no obligation up to 75 days before departure. Land Program City State ZIP Enclosed is a deposit of $ ($1,000 per person) to reserve place(s). Elihu Rubin 99 Assistant Professor of Urbanism Home: ( ) Accept my check made payable to AHI International. Charge my deposit to: MasterCard Visa or Discover Street Address Office: ( ) Spanish Culture & Language Spain Immersion Program in Salamanca Card # Expires / Limited to 32 travelers to maximize E-mail: Sharing with (Form sent separately.) (Signature as it appears on credit card) Please note: Any payment to AHI International constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out herein, including but not limited to the Cancellation terms. Visit http://www.yaleedtravel.org/spain14 to book online or return the above form with credit card authorization or check payable to AHI International to Yale Educational Travel,,,. Phone: (203) 432-1952. Fax: (203) 432-0587. NEW ULTIMATE FLEXIBILITY The AHI Travel Passenger Protection Plan now offers a lowcost Any Reason Cancellation feature. Book worry free! NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas, entry/departure fees; personal gratuities; laundry and dry cleaning; excursions, wines, liquors, mineral waters and meals not mentioned in this brochure under included features; travel insurance; all items of a strictly personal nature. MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to decline to accept or to retain any person as a member of this trip who, in the opinion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel or whose physical or mental condition may constitute a danger to themselves or to others on the trip, subject only to the requirement that the portion of the total amount paid which corresponds to the unused services and accommodations be refunded. Passengers requiring special assistance, including without limitation those who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, must be accompanied by someone who is fit and able to assist them, and who will be totally responsible for providing all required assistance. AIR TRANSPORTATION The price of air transportation offered by AHI Travel is based on Advance Purchase Excursion fares. After tickets are issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket price may be levied. If connecting flights are requested, special promotional fares may be used, in which case penalties of as much as 100% may be assessed by the airlines if reservations are changed or canceled after ticketing. After departure, if the reservations are changed, you will be charged the higher, all year Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINERARY MUST BE REQUEST- ED NO LATER THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to make their own airline reservations independently will be wholly responsible for any airline fees or penalties incurred as a result of program cancellation and/or change in travel dates, or airline schedule(s). CANCELLATION In addition to airline cancellation penalties, all cancellations for any reason whatsoever will be subject to a $250 per person cancellation fee. Cancellation from 120 days to 76 days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of10% of the entire cost of the trip per person; 75 days to 30 days, 50% of the trip cost per person; cancellation from 29 days up to the time of departure will result in 100% forfeiture of the entire cost of the trip. TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE IS AVAILABLE. AN APPLICATION WILL BE SENT AFTER YOU RESERVE. All cancellations must be submitted in writing to Yale Educational Travel. BAGGAGE Baggage restrictions vary according to the airline policy and the class of service flown. Details will be provided with your pre-departure information. Baggage allowances are subject to change by the carrier without notice. Excess baggage charges for additional or oversized/overweight pieces are expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your wardrobe accordingly. Transport of baggage and personal effects is at the owner s risk throughout the travel program. Spanish Culture & Language I/we will make my/our own air arrangements and transfers. Please call me/us to discuss my/our air options. I prefer single accommodations at an additional $995 (limited availability). I request assistance in securing a roommate but will accept a single, if one is available at this time, and pay the single supplement. Should a roommate be found, I understand the supplement will no longer apply. Reservations are subject to availability and processed on a first come, first served basis. Reservations to be paid in full by December 26, 2013 (75 days prior to departure). Reservations received after this date must be accompanied by payment in full. Final payment may be made by personal check, MasterCard, Visa or Discover. 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The passage contract in use, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract between the company(ies) and the passenger and/or purchaser of this trip. PARTICIPATION This is an educational travel experience. This program is geared toward participants 18 years and older. CST Registration No. 2028271-20. Fla. Seller of Travel Reg. No. ST-33300 Iowa Seller of Travel No. 520 Ohio Seller of Travel Reg. No. 8889139. Washington State Seller of Travel Reg. No. 601-820-781. PARTICIPATING AIRLINES-all IATA and ARC Member Carriers 2013 AHI Travel Printed in the USA. your travel experience. Enjoy three weeks in a furnished apartahotel replete with modern amenities, including a kitchenette, cable television and free Wi-Fi, situated near the heart of Salamanca in the Castilla y León region of Learn Spanish and explore Spanish culture, history, art and cuisine with your Lifestyle Guide, an instructor from the Lingua Globe language school. Exclusive educational lectures by Professor Elihu Rubin and workshops, including a Spanish wine lecture and tasting and a cooking demonstration. Additional cooking classes are available. Included excursions to the jewels of Castilla, including Ávila, Zamora, Segovia, and two small villages, as well as guided tours of Madrid and Meet local residents in Salamanca to learn more about the Spanish lifestyle. Try out life abroad as you equip yourself to live independently in Highlights Elihu Rubin 99 Assistant Professor of Urbanism at the Yale School of Architecture

Dear Yale Traveler environments of nineteenth- and twentieth-century cities, the history and theory of city planning, urban transportation, and the politics of public space. He is the author of Insuring the City: The Prudential Center and the Postwar Urban Landscape, a study of urban planning, development, and design in mid-century America. Meaningful Travel with Yale We are pleased to invite you on this unique program offering For Yale alumni, the journey of learning and crosscultural interaction doesn t end at graduation. This passion for continued engagement with the world is at the heart of the Yale Educational Travel. We are committed to offering alumni a wide variety of travel programs, in depth and illuminating experiences that incorporate the very best of Yale teaching. cultural immersion and extended international living. This exceptional opportunity in Salamanca transports you into the heart of Castilla y León, one of the most storied regions in Spain and the backbone of Spanish language education. Whether or not this is your first time living abroad, you will feel right at home in Salamanca, an historic city located in western Spain about 50 miles from the Portuguese border. This small, lively city is worldrenowned for being home to the purest Spanish in Spain, a dialect called Castilian, as well as Spain s oldest university, the University of Elihu Rubin Your customized language lessons are small and include students of the same skill level. Unlike most language classes, your studies will comprise a combination of traditional classroom instruction and immersive, outdoor learning. Elihu Rubin is Assistant Professor of Urbanism at the Yale School of Architecture. A graduate of Yale College and the University of California, Berkeley, Mr. Rubin s work bridges the urban disciplines, focusing on the building In addition, Elihu Rubin, Yale College Class of 1999 and Assistant Professor of Urbanism at the Yale School of Architecture, will accompany you during part of the program, sharing his insight and expertise on the cities and urban culture of His extensive experience will assist in understanding the riches of this remarkable region. Your well-equipped apartahotel is just a short walk from Salamanca s historic Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site known for its beautiful sandstone architecture and grand Plaza Mayor, a picturesque baroque square lined with galleries and arcades. Mr. Rubin has previously accompanied Yale alumni to Cuba where he shared his enthusiasm for architecture and urban history and he looks forward to joining the Spanish Immersion trip in Salamanca for another inspiring and invigorating experience. He brings his keen perspective on cities and urban culture to Spain, where the majestic ruins of the Roman Empire and the winding paths of well-preserved medieval towns intermingle with the vital plazas and arcades of Salamanca and the bustling streets of Madrid. Immerse yourself in a rich array of Castilian customs, history and cuisine through lectures, workshops, excursions and individual exploration. By the time you depart, you ll have made Salamanca a home away from home. In fact, you may decide never to leave! Day 1 In transit Depart for Madrid, A AProvided for Air Program participants. Days 5-6 Day 2 Upon arrival in Madrid, transfera and check in to the Hotel Wellington. Attend a Welcome Reception. Day 3 After breakfast, see the highlights of Madrid, including the Royal Palace and the Plaza Mayor. After lunch, depart for Upon arrival, check in to the Exe Hall 88 Apartahotel. After settling in to your room, attend a welcome briefing with your AHI Travel Director to ensure you are fully informed about the program. You will be given a Spanish cell phone to use throughout your stay.l Join your fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception and Dinner at the hotel. Day 4 Don t miss this groundbreaking program. We ve taken out the hassle so all that s left is fun, learning and adventure. Space is limited, so make your reservation today! After breakfast, get to know Explore the Old City on a guided walking tour with your AHI Travel Director and a local guide. Locate shops, pharmacies and other essentials. Enjoy then tour Lingua Globe, your Spanish school. Meet your Lifestyle Guide, and take your placement exe hall 88 apartahotel Sincerely yours, Katherine Edersheim 87 Senior Director International Alumni Relations and Travel www.yaleedtravel.org/spain14 Yale Educational Travel Reservations contact: 203.432.1952 or edtravel@yale.edu After a day of learning and exploration, retire to the tranquility of your chic, apartment-style accommodations. Opened in 2009, the apartahotel features modern, spacious and comfortable rooms in a convenient location next to the university campus, a 10-minute walk from the Plaza Mayor and Salamanca s historic Old City. Each guest room features a private bathroom with a bathtub, kitchenette with a refrigerator, a microwave and a stovetop, Wi-Fi, air-conditioning, a direct-dial telephone, an LCD TV, a desk and a safety deposit box, as well as regular housekeeping service. The apartahotel also offers a 24-hour reception desk, laundry and drycleaning service, vehicle rentals, free newspapers, a bar-café and a restaurant that serves delicious Castilian cuisine and local wines. Enjoy the daily breakfast, or have your meals delivered to your room. Whatever your preferences, the Exe Hall 88 Apartahotel is fully equipped to be your home away from home. test. Afterward, visit a local market and hone your grocery-buying skills. Each week, experience Salamanca through your language lessons, excursions with your Lifestyle Guide and on your own. After your Thursday lesson, enjoy then journey by local bus with your AHI Travel Director to explore some of Salamanca s beautiful monasteries. Then attend a lecture on contemporary Spain and life in Salamanca Days 7-9 An extra language lesson on Friday helps orient you to your new setting. This evening, learn about Spanish cuisine during a cooking demonstration and enjoy a delicious tasting. Saturday evening, enjoy a specialty dinner as you trade stories of your first week with your fellow travelers. Venture to the UNESCO World Heritage town of Ávila on Sunday. Take in a lecture on the history of the Castilla region and enjoy lunch at the town s parador. Days 10-13 On Wednesday, journey to a famous stonemakers studio to learn the art of stonemaking. Then travel to picturesque Hacienda Zorita for a lesson on Spanish wine, a tasting and dinner. Days 14-16 Spend the day on Friday exploring the villages of La Alberca and Miranda del Castañar. On Saturday, visit Segovia and its Roman aqueduct, a fascinating UNESCO World Heritage site. A traditional Castilian-Leonese lunch of suckling pig will be served in an historic Segovian restaurant. This evening, join your fellow travelers at a café for dinner, drinks and camaraderie. Learn about regional handicrafts on a visit to a local artisan on Sunday. This evening, join fellow travelers at a café for dinner, drinks and camaraderie. Enjoy an engaging performance of traditional Spanish tuna music. Enjoy Saturday at leisure. Sunday, visit Zamora, a charming medieval city on top of a rocky hill. Enjoy lunch in the town s parador, a 15th-century Renaissance palace. Sunday night, celebrate your Spanish journey at a Farewell Reception and Dinner. Day 24 After breakfast, depart for Madrid. Upon arrival, check in to the Hotel Wellington and enjoy the day at leisure in Spain s capital city. You may choose to visit the Prado Museum, take a walk through Retiro Park or simply reflect on your time living in Spain as you relax at a café on the Plaza Mayor. Day 25 In transit Days 17-21 A lecture on Wednesday will showcase the brutal and powerful story of General F. Franco. Days 21-23 On Friday, enjoy your last language class followed by a Graduation Ceremony. After breakfast, transfer to the airport for the return flight to your gateway city.a Note: The information presented is preliminary. Itineraries, included features and schedules are subject to change. Many excursions in this program involve an element of walking. LEach cell phone will have a EUR 10 credit that can be used for local or international calls. You may purchase additional time as needed. hotel wellington The luxurious Hotel Wellington opened in 1952 in the stately Salamanca neighborhood in central Madrid to much pomp and fanfare an enthusiasm that hasn t faded with age. Each guest room features a marble bathroom, a minibar and Wi-Fi. Hotel amenities include a fitness center with spa services, a seasonal outdoor pool and whirlpool, 24-hour room service, a concierge and a currency exchange. Dine on sushi or Basque cuisine at the hotel s two elegant restaurants, grab a sandwich at La Llave de Oro, savor a drink at the English Bar and relax as you soak in live piano music each evening at the Lounge. included features Accommodations Three weeks in Salamanca, Spain, at the first-class Exe Hall 88 Apartahotel. Two nights in Madrid at the deluxe Wellington Hotel. Transportation Deluxe motor coach transfers between Madrid and Salamanca, including baggage handling. Meals Enjoy five breakfasts, seven lunches and eight dinners; tea or coffee with all meals, plus wine with dinner. Sample authentic regional specialties during select meals at featured local restaurants. Take advantage of leisure time to try the local cuisine independently. Activities and Events Lectures and discussions with Professor Elihu Rubin of the Yale School of Architecture will enhance your insight into Twelve two-hour Spanish lessons. A Lifestyle Guide from Lingua Globe will provide small-group instruction tailored to your needs. All excursions as outlined in your program itinerary. A series of educational lectures and workshops with local experts will introduce you to the history and cultural traditions of Attend a Welcome Reception and a Welcome Dinner. Gather for a Graduation Ceremony, Farewell Reception followed by a Farewell Dinner. Many Included Extras Consultation services of a dedicated Passenger Service Representative prior to departure. Services of an experienced Travel Director throughout your stay. Tipping of excursion guides and drivers. Detailed travel and destination information to assist in your planning. Complimentary travel wallet. Stay connected with friends, family and AHI Travel staff with a complimentary Spanish cell phone.l