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A Golden Hour Solar Eclipse in the Spanish Vineyards
When the 2026 total solar eclipse sweeps across northern Spain, crossing over World Heritage sites, vibrant cities, and endless vineyards, Smithsonian Journeys will be there.
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How the Journey Began: 55 Years of Traveling the World with Smithsonian
Smithsonian's educational travel program was one of the first of its kind when it debuted nationally in 1970, and it quickly found an audience eager to explore places both familiar and far-flung—from New Mexico to post-Mao China and the Soviet Union.
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Ancient Egypt Meets the 21st Century at the New Grand Egyptian Museum
Egyptologist Huub Pragt and Smithsonian Journeys traveler Kellie Mecham share first impressions from their visit to the museum just days after its long-awaited opening.
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What happened to the Sphinx’s nose?
Why doesn't the Great Sphinx of Giza have a nose? Explore historical evidence, myths, and the real story behind one of Egypt’s archaeological mysteries.
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