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Founded in 1970, Smithsonian Journeys, the Smithsonian Institution’s worldwide travel program, is the enduring leader in cultural and enrichment, expert-led travel, offering more than 350 departures on all seven continents. Like the Institution, our tours enrich our guests' lives and satisfy their curiosity about the world around them. Participation on a Smithsonian Journeys trip benefits the work of the Smithsonian's nineteen museums, national zoo, and nine research centers, helping preserve national treasures and shape the future through science, research, and exhibitions.
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Smithsonian Journeys In the News
Please find a few articles published about Smithsonian Journeys. Click on the links to read more.
What You Need to Know About Traveling to Cuba Now
The New York Times; June 12, 2017
Around the world in 30 days: A sampling of private jet tours of the globe
The Washington Post; April 27, 2017
Announcing the Smithsonian University Travel Programs’ Global Faculty Challenge
Smithsonian University Travel Programs; January 26, 2017
Smithsonian and Walking Tree Travel Launch "Smithsonian Student Adventures"
Smithsonian Student Adventures; November 29, 2016
The Journey of a Lifetime
Prestige magazine; October 28, 2016
U.S. Fund for UNICEF and Smithsonian Journeys Announce Journey of a Lifetime Contest
August 29, 2016
Students to Witness the 2017 Inauguration with Smithsonian University Travel Programs
August 11, 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
TravelQuest: Around the World with Smithsonian Journeys, Part I
To learn more, read Part II and Part III of this three-part series.
North Texas e-News; February 16, 2016
The American Invasion of Cuba
Wall Street Journal; January 29, 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
Smithsonian University Travel Programs in collaboration with WorldStrides
WorldStrides; August 12, 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
A Look at Smithsonian Journeys’ First Edition
The New York Times; May 20, 2015
Travel to Cuba: What you need to know
The LA Times; May 8, 2015
Juan Antonio Picasso: Cuban artist with famous ancestor keeps a low profile
The Guardian; April, 2015
Magazine newcomers to add to your coffee table
New York Post; April, 2015
Travel With A Purpose: Smithsonian Embarks On New Journeys (The Magazine, That Is).
Mr. Magazine; April, 2015
The Smithsonian Gets Into Travel Publishing With New Journeys Magazine
Skift; April, 2015
Smithsonian to launch new magazine on cultural travel
Associated Press; April, 2015
SMITHSONIAN ENTERPRISES LAUNCHES NEW PUBLICATION; SMITHSONIAN JOURNEYS TRAVEL QUARTERLY
Turning to Education for Fun
The New York Times; March, 2015
Travel Tip: What’s Happening in Cuba Travel
Petergreenberg.com; 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
How to Travel to Cuba
HuffPost Travel; 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
Havana great time: Yes, you can go to Cuba
Dallas NEWS; May, 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
To Cuba: Going With a Tour Company
The New York Times; September, 2013
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