Smithsonian Journeys is part of Smithsonian Enterprises, which oversees the commercial activities of the Smithsonian, including the Smithsonian Channel, which is available in over 55 million households globally; the retail operation, which includes 35 museum and airport stores, food concessions, Smithsonianstore.com, Smithsonian magazine, which reaches more than 8 million monthly readers, consumer and education licensing, and Smithsonian books. Smithsonian Journeys, a global leader in cultural travel for diverse audiences, offers small-group land journeys, small-ship expedition cruises, river cruises, active journeys, cultural stays, private jet trips, tailor-made journeys for the independent traveler, and student travel programs.
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Smithsonian Journeys In the News
5 active trip ideas for 50+ travelers
USA Today; May 17, 2022
The 2023 Cruise Itineraries to Book Before They Sell Out
Conde Nast Traveler; April 13, 2022
This New Great Lakes Cruise Will Sail From Niagara Falls to Some of the Most Exciting Islands in North America
Travel + Leisure; April 11, 2022
How to Prioritize Your Retirement Travel Goals as You Age
Conde Nast Traveler; March 22, 2022
Ponant, Smithsonian Journeys Announce 2023 Small Ship Expeditions
Luxury Travel Advisor; February 15, 2022
Over 50 and love to travel? These 7 tour companies are perfect for you
USA Today; January 19, 2022
7 Tour Companies That Cater to Travelers Over 50
Family Vacationist; January 19, 2022
'Great Resignation' Breaks: Learn Something New on These Trips
Newsweek; August 25, 2021
Scientific Cruising Returns: Smithsonian Partners With Ponant For Global Expeditions
Forbes; May 20, 2021
Culture meets cruise: Smithsonian partners with Ponant to deliver sailings steeped in history
Planet Attractions; May 19, 2021
Smithsonian Is Launching Epic Cruises Around the World With Expert Historians on Board
My Modern Met; May 17, 2021
Smithsonian Is Launching Educational Cruises Around the World That Will Bring History Books to Life
Travel + Leisure; May 5, 2021
Ponant and Smithsonian Journeys team up for a series of themed sailings
Travel Weekly; April 13, 2021
PONANT and Smithsonian Journeys Announce Alliance to Offer a New Series of Small Ship Expeditions
Smithsonian Journeys; April 13, 2021
Smithsonian Announces New Collection of Travel Programs for High School Students
Northern Virginia Magazine; January 18, 2021
Smithsonian, New York Times Highlight Birmingham with Tours
Birmingham Business Journal; January 7, 2021
Smithsonian and Putney Student Travel Launch "Smithsonian Student Travel"
Smithsonian Journeys; January 5, 2021
Smithsonian Enterprises Names Lynn Cutter as SVP Smithsonian Travel
Smithsonian Journeys; February 24, 2020
Live Like a Local While Traveling Abroad
Kiplinger; April 8, 2020
Pack Your Curiosity for an Educational Trip
Next Avenue; February 26, 2020
These Ultra-Luxe Tours Can Take Your Around the World in a Private Jet
CNBC; September 29, 2019
Travel Solo? No Problem!
Senior Planet; August 28, 2019
Educational Trips Expand the Mind for Older Traveler
Kiplinger; July 2, 2019
Denver WWII author shares D-Day knowledge as Normandy tour guide
Fox News Denver; June 5, 2019
Celebrating the 500th Anniversary of Leonardo
The New York Times; 2019
Polar Express: To The Arctic by Train
Reaktion Books | Written by Sharon Hudgins
The three most important rules for protecting your trip and yourself
Los Angeles Times; September 24, 2018
Beyond Limitations: A Showcase of Smithsonian Journeys Science, Space, and Art Tours
High End Magazine | Written by Kristen Ordonez
In Andalusia’s three key cities, one of history’s great architectural mash-ups
The Washington Post; Summer 2018
Peak Season: Conquer these spectacular mountain ranges with the help of high-end travel specialists.
Prestige Magazine; Summer 2018
Going places: A potpourri of summer family vacation choices to get you outside, together
The Island Now; May 28, 2018
Five Ways to Get Some Culture on Your Next Cruise
The New York Times; April 13, 2018
The ultimate trip: Around the world in style
CNN Travel; October 18, 2017
Around the world in 30 days: A sampling of private jet tours of the globe
The Washington Post; April 27, 2017
The Journey of a Lifetime
Prestige magazine; October 28, 2016
The Best Cruise for Every Type of Traveler
Conde Nast Traveler; July 26, 2016
Authenticity in South America
Unique Homes Magazine; July 2016
Educational Tours in the United States
USA Today; June 14, 2016
The Five Most Luxurious Private Jet Tours in the World
Moneyinc.com; May 9, 2016
Around the World in Thirty Days
The High End; February, 2016
Safari 101: Planning a bucket-list Africa trip
USA Today; January 22, 2016
Star Wars Locations: Ten places fans have to visit
Red Bull; December 16, 2015
The River Cruise Guide to South America: The Allure of the Amazon
Travel + Leisure; May 20, 2015
Trips of a Lifetime
Select Traveler; May 21, 2015
Turning to Education for Fun
The New York Times; March, 2015
Cruises to feed your intellect and imagination
LA Times; February, 2015
Three generations in the Galapagos
The Washington Post; January, 2015
The 6 exotic spots jetsetters will visit in 2015
New York Post; January, 2015
Best Places to Travel in 2015
Travel + Leisure; December, 2014
Familiar Places, Seen Anew on a Tour
The New York Times; December, 2014
Funerals, Prescriptions, and a Good Night's Sleep: The Most Bizarre Reasons People Go on Cruises
Chicago Tribune; October, 2014
Smart travel: life-long learning hits the road
Chicago Tribune; October, 2014
9 best destinations to see from the water
Today.com; October, 2014
Vacation Alone? Yes!
AARP The Magazine; October, 2014
6 cruises that will make you smarter
MarketWatch, a blog by The Wall Street Journal; October, 2014
Customized Trips from Smithsonian and Audley
In Transit, a blog by The New York Times; August, 2014
Four of the Best Museum-Led Expeditions
Rhapsody; August, 2014
Have Retirement, Will Travel
Northern Virginia Magazine; July, 2014
To Russia for rockets
appealdemocrat.com; June, 2014
Smithsonian Institution to Offer Private and Bespoke Travel Programs with Audley Travel
Pursuitist; May, 2014
Italy: Kid-friendly family tour includes gelato, gladiator school
LA Times; April, 2014
Jet set, go
The Telegraph PLATINUM; February, 2014
Take a Trip With a Curator or Professor
Kiplinger; January, 2014
