Expedition to Antarctica <p>See the White Continent in its unspoiled state—turquoise glaciers, bustling penguin rookeries, and breaching whales.</p>

Expedition to Antarctica

14 days | Jan 15 - 28, 2020 | Jan 28 - Feb 10, 2020

Costa Rica's Natural Treasures <p>Discover exotic flora and fauna as you traverse treetop bridges, float along the Tempisque River, trek to a volcano, and take guided walks at Monteverde's biological reserve.</p>

Costa Rica's Natural Treasures

11 days | Multiple departures between 2019 & 2020

Cruising Southern Coastlines <p>Savor the charm of the South and gain insight into its history during a cruise along the Intracoastal Waterway.</p>

Cruising Southern Coastlines

9 days | Multiple departures between 2019 & 2020

Waterways of Holland and Belgium <p>Enjoy a river cruise along the canals and waterways of Holland and Belgium as you take in their magnificent art collections, spellbinding gardens (including more than seven million tulips at Keukenhof Gardens), and enchanting medieval villages.</p>

Waterways of Holland and Belgium

9 days | Multiple departures in 2020

Eternal Japan <p>Discover the essence of Japan—from Mt. Fuji, Kanazawa, and Kyoto to Tokyo—and discover a land of sublime art, unsurpassed natural beauty, and fascinating traditions as well as bustling modernity.</p>

Eternal Japan

13 days | Multiple departures between 2019 & 2020

Cruising the Rhine: A Family Voyage <p>Cruise the Rhine River with your family, watch the hillsides for fairy-tale castles, learn about the Middle Ages, and explore historic sites from Basel and Strasbourg to Amsterdam.</p>

Cruising the Rhine: A Family Voyage

9 days | Jul 1 - 9, 2019 | Jul 5 - 13, 2020

Tailor-Made Spain <p>This journey offers a look at Spain's diverse culture and history, spending time in the capital city of Madrid, Catalonia, and the Basque Country.</p>

Tailor-Made Spain

Alaska Adventure <p>Take an adventure-filled journey to wild, wonderful Alaska. Experience at glittering glaciers and calving icebergs, take a catamaran across the marine-rich waters, and wind through cottonwood and alder forests. </p>

Alaska Adventure

7 days | Jun 7 - 13, 2020 | Jun 21 - 27, 2020

Around the World by Private Jet <p>Exotic adventure awaits you at every turn as you journey across five continents, experiencing the world's legendary sites up close, from climbing the terraced steps of Machu Picchu to traversing the Serengeti Plain on safari.</p>

Around the World by Private Jet

24-25 days | Sep 29 - Oct 22, 2019 | Feb 21 - Mar 16, 2020

Italy’s Apulia <p>Join us in southern Italy's Apulia (sometimes called Puglia) on this new Cultural Stay and discover a magical landscape of ancient towns with unique architecture, diverse cultural sites, and outstanding culinary traditions.</p>

Italy’s Apulia

9 days | Multiple departures in 2020

Smithsonian at Space Academy <p>Go behind the scenes at the U.S. Space & Rocket Center in Huntsville, Alabama, for a VIP experience. Meet scientists, engineers, and astronauts and participate in space exploration simulations and astronaut training activities. </p>

Smithsonian at Space Academy

5 days | Multiple departures between 2019 & 2020

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Enjoying the cruise on the Yangtze River Arctic-blue glaciers and spectacular scenery of Alaska Fiordland National Park on New Zealand's South Island. Credit: Ed Kanze Exploring Antarctica. Credit: Jim Zimbelman Smithsonian Around the World by Private Jet traveler in India. Credit: Dr. Richard Kurin On Easter Island At Potala Palace, Tibet In Agra, India In Bali. Credit: Dawn Rooney Aboard Zodiacs in Alaska In Singapore. Credit: Dawn Rooney On a hike in Europe Relaxing on the dunes in Morocco In the Baltics Legendary Peru travelers at Machu Picchu Enjoying the Highlights of Italy Enjoying the international Cannes Film Festival Loch Lomond, Scotland. Credit: Katherine Forsyth Railroading in New England. Credit: Jen Slowey Exploring the Galápagos Islands At Cannes Film Festival On an Expedition to Antarctica On an Expedition to Antarctica with the Le Soléal in the background On an Expedition to Antarctica with the Le Soléal in the background Enjoying the Great European Journey Enjoying the Emerald Isle in front of Blarney Castle African Safari – group photo with surprise guest in the background In Potsdam, Germany Doubtful Sound in New Zealand