In the company of Professor Aaron Burke, Department of Near Eastern Languages & Cultures, cruise from Rome to Barcelona during early fall. Enjoy a blend of cultural immersion, historic exploration and local culinary delights aboard Oceania Cruises’ newest ship, Allura.
Hike through pristine green forests, visit temples and fortresses on this exclusive trip to the small Himalayan Kingdom of Bhutan. Immerse yourself in Bhutan's serene environment and experience Gross National Happiness, their calm and contemplative lifestyle.
“I thoroughly enjoyed this Croatia trip a couple of years ago. The intimate MV Infinity, featuring only 19 cabins, was the perfect way to explore the spectacular Dalmatian Coast. We were always docked right in the city center of these historic towns and islands, and the visit to Plitvice National Park was a traveler favorite. Getting the opportunity to swim in the Adriatic sea right from the ship was another highlight!”
Traveler: Anne-Marie Spataru, MBA ’78
First Trip: Patagonia & the Antarctic (2016)
Trips With Alumni Travel: 5
Most Recent Trip: Across Spain & Portugal (2025)
A Favorite Memory: “As an arts and history buff, I thoroughly enjoyed my journey through Portugal and Northern Spain. A Fado performance in Lisbon's Alfama Quarter, a port wine tasting in Porto, the joyfulness of pilgrims completing their Camino in Santiago de Compostela and a visit to Frank Gehry's acclaimed Bilbao Guggenheim Museum were all highlights. And how to give justice to vibrant Barcelona! So much to discover: the awe-inspiring La Sagrada Familia Basilica, the splendid 1908 Palace of Catalan Music, the works of native artists in the Catalan Art Museum, the tapas restaurants on Las Ramblas, not to forget the paella-making farewell lunch where we learned not to confuse Catalan Cream with Crème Brulée. Looking forward to the Emerald Isle in 2026!”
UCLA Alumni Travel: Tour Lineup 2025-26
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