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Allan Langdale
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Allan Langdale grew up on Vancouver Island wondering what the rest of the world was like and has spent much of his adult life finding out. Allan is an art and architectural historian, photographer, filmmaker, and travel writer who received his Ph.D. in art history from UC Santa Barbara. He has taught courses in Italian Renaissance art, Greek, Roman, Byzantine (including Georgian and Armenian architecture), and Indian and Islamic art and architecture. He currently teaches art history at UC Santa Cruz as a lecturer.
Along with several articles, Allan wrote the definitive architectural field guide to the little-known region of Turkish Cyprus, In a Contested Realm (2012) and also made the award-winning documentary film The Stones of Famagusta: the Story of a Forgotten City (2008). His travel books include Palermo: Travels in the City of Happiness (2015) and The Hippodrome of Istanbul / Constantinople: An Illustrated Handbook of its History (2019).
A popular Smithsonian Expert, Allan has traveled extensively in the eastern Mediterranean, the Black Sea region, the Middle East—including Jordan and Egypt—and India.
What Our Travelers Say
- Robert M.It was good to have a knowledgeable expert on tap for our questions at virtually any reasonable hour. Allan seemed always to be there when you wanted to follow up on a matter of archaeological interest. Besides, he was a fun companion for our little group!
- Katherine and Thomas S.Allan's lectures were excellent; and he freely gave his time to enhance our excursions.
- Mary H., Pearls of AntiquityHe was generous in sharing his free time with anyone who wished to accompany him and learn more about the places we were visiting. He is an outstanding lecturer and very congenial.
- Smithsonian Journeys TravelerBest I've had on any tour. His knowledge, involvement with us, and his willingness to extend himself and broaden our experience was amazing.
- Smithsonian Journeys Traveler, Impressions of SicilyAllan Langdale, the Smithsonian expert is brilliant and so exciting and enthusiastic about Sicily and giving you so much more than just what was planned. His knowledge and willingness to share his enthusiasm about Sicily was exciting and transferred to the group.
- Smithsonian Journeys Traveler, Impressions of SicilyAllan Langdale was the best thing. He made all of Sicily come alive. I've taken many trips over the years with many organizations and Allan is by far the best Study Leader I've ever had. I would take any trips where he is the Study Leader.
- Smithsonian Journeys Traveler, Impressions of SicilyAllan's love of Sicily and mastery of the history and art history of the Mediterranean and Middle East was astoundingly helpful every day. He worked into evenings giving us extra outings. He suggested hikes for those interested for optimal panoramic views. I particularly remember his comprehensive and detailed information of the Greek temple at Segesta. I cannot imagine a better prepared and informative tour expert. Allan is truly awesome!
Upcoming Tours
Italy's Lake District: A One-Week Stay in Stresa
9 days
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Starting at: $5,090
Jun 18, 2022 - Jun 26, 2022
Jun 6, 2023 - Jun 14, 2023
Featuring Lake Maggiore, Lake Como, and Lake Orta
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Highlights of Italy
16 days
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Starting at: $6,374
Multiple Departures
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Exploring Azerbaijan, Georgia, and Armenia
17 days
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Starting at: $8,395
Oct 5, 2022 - Oct 21, 2022
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Southern Italy and Sicily
15 days
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Starting at: $6,374
Multiple Departures
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Northern Italy
15 days
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Starting at: $6,674
May 24, 2023 - Jun 7, 2023
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Italy’s Amalfi Coast: A One-Week Stay in Vietri sul Mare
9 days
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Starting at: $4,890
Sep 6, 2023 - Sep 14, 2023
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