Academy Travel

The Thinking Traveller

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A series that draws on the passions, expertise and interests of Academy Travel's academic tour leaders, to bring a wealth of additional knowledge to your travels, one topic at a time. Our tour leaders talk on a range of topics and interests related to travel, covering history, culture, archaeology, architecture, the visual arts and the performing arts.

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American Vogue – history of a fashion bible 18.02.2020 22:28

Historian and educator Dr Anna Lebovic delves into the history of Vogue, examining how it has evolved since its birth as an American weekly newspaper in 1892, and why it has enjoyed such longevity in a world that is rapidly moving away from print. Academy Travel is a leading specialist in small-group cultural tours, allowing you to travel with like-minded companions and learn from internationally...

Beethoven – 250 years of Ludwig van Beethoven 18.02.2020 18:50

As the world celebrates Beethoven’s 250th birthday in 2020, classical music specialist Dr Tom Ford discusses his life and genius, how he continued to compose despite deafness, and why he is so venerated today. Tom also suggests some of the key places to visit during this year’s Beethoven 250th. Academy Travel is a leading specialist in small-group cultural tours, allowing you to travel with like-m...

Siberia & The Russian Far East - the world’s last travel frontier 18.02.2020 25:53

Writer and historian Dr Matthew Dal Santo takes us to Siberia and the Russian Far East, and reveals the cultural and geographical wonders of one of the world’s last travel frontiers - from its awe-inspiring landscapes and unique to wildlife to a cultural kaleidoscope of peoples and dissidents. Academy Travel is a leading specialist in small-group cultural tours, allowing you to travel with like-mi...