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Mailbox 53
Cambridge, MA, 02138
Juliette Kayyem
Lecturer in Public Policy (on Leave)
Member of the Board, Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs
Telephone: 617-496-6743
Fax: 617-495-8963
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Juliette N. Kayyem, the national security and foreign policy columnist for the Boston Globe and on the faculty at the Harvard Kennedy School, has spent nearly fifteen years in counterterrorism, homeland security, and emergency management arena. She most recently served for President Barack Obama as Assistant Secretary for Intergovernmental Affairs at the Department of Homeland Security (DHS). As Assistant Secretary, Ms. Kayyem was responsible for coordinated and consistent planning between the Department and all of its state, local, tribal, and territorial partners on issues as varied as immigration, intelligence sharing, military affairs, border security, and the response to operational events such as the H1N1 influenza outbreak, the December 25th attempted terrorist attack, the Haiti earthquake, and the BP oil spill. In this capacity, she also served as the co-chair of the congressionally mandated Preparedness Task Force and a member of President Obama's Task Force on Puerto Rico and the Defense Department's Council of Governors. She also managed the security efforts surrounding major sporting events, including the Chicago Olympic bid, the Vancouver Olympics, the Caribbean Games, and the World Equestrian Games. She was the most senior Arab-American female appointee in the Obama Administration
In the immediate aftermath of the BP oil spill, Ms. Kayyem was tasked to direct interagency and intergovernmental affairs for the National Incident Command, overseeing a diverse interagency and interdisciplinary staff for the White House and DHS to address unprecedented issues in the response, including public safety, public engagement, environmental remediation, and legal compliance. For her work, she received the Coast Guard's highest civilian honor.
Before joining the Obama Administration, she served as Massachusetts Governor Deval Patrick's homeland security advisor, overseeing the National Guard, the Commonwealth's strategic security planning, and the distribution of homeland security funds consistent with the Governor's priorities. Prior to that, she was a lecturer at the Harvard Kennedy School, serving also as co-chair of the Dubai Initiative and as Executive Director of the School's Belfer Center for Science and International Affairs. A lawyer by training, she began her legal career in 1995 at the Department of Justice, ultimately serving as an advisor to then Attorney General Janet Reno until 1999.
Ms. Kayyem was a congressional appointee to the National Commission on Terrorism which, in early summer 2001, highlighted major gaps in planning and preparation for a possible terrorist attack. She is the co-author of the critically acclaimed Preserving Liberty in an Age of Terror (2005, with Phil Heymann) as well as the author and editor of numerous books and articles, including First to Arrive: State and Local Responses to Terrorism (2003). She is a member of the Council on Foreign Relations. Until she re-entered public service, Ms. Kayyem served as an on air analyst for NBC and MSNBC News.
Named a CNN/Fortune Magazine's People to Watch, her column is distributed through the New York Times wire service. A graduate of Harvard College and Law School, she is married to David Barron, a Harvard Law Professor, and has three children.
August 20, 2014
"Bad Policy, Bad Policing"
Op-Ed, Boston Globe
By Juliette Kayyem, Lecturer in Public Policy (on Leave)
"Dual-use has the benefit of being both efficient and effective. The firefighter who shows up at a burning building does not wonder, at that moment, whether an arsonist or a careless cigarette smoker is to blame. She just wants to put the fire out. The medics at the Boston Marathon finish line had no idea whether the carnage came from a terrorist attack or a gas explosion. They just implemented their well-honed plans for treating a sudden surge in injuries."
April 15, 2014
"Would Better Data Have Helped?"
Op-Ed, Boston Globe
By Ed Davis and Juliette Kayyem, Lecturer in Public Policy (on Leave)
"For government to function effectively in the future, it must commit to changes in how we assess information. The primary focus should be on more comprehensive training for public employees on how to gather and most effectively access the information they need. Often there are antiquated and bureaucratic barriers to information sharing that serve no purpose and hinder the capacity of government to interpret different pieces of data from different sources."
May 27, 2013
"The VA's Generational Problem"
Op-Ed, Boston Globe
By Juliette Kayyem, Lecturer in Public Policy (on Leave)
"The media-savvy, talking-point-hungry, Twitter-obsessed, Facebook-friending world that Shinseki is part of now doesn't interest him. Shinseki's reticence has its quaint appeal, but it doesn't represent the attitude of newer veterans, the 2.5 million Americans who have served in Iraq and Afghanistan. More mobile, technological, opinionated, and media-friendly, these veterans aren't particularly tolerant of the problems the VA faces today."
May 23, 2013
"A Rainy Day Fund Doesn't Work if It's Always Raining"
Op-Ed, Boston Globe
By Juliette Kayyem, Lecturer in Public Policy (on Leave)
"...[G]overnment can also promote the freedom from harm. Past experiences in Oklahoma are illustrative. The state, no stranger to tornadoes, does not legally require safe rooms or underground shelters. Indeed, after a similar massive tornado struck Moore in 1999, disaster funds were focused solely on helping homeowners to rebuild what they lost; houses were constructed in exactly the same manner as before."
May 20, 2013
"The Art of Warfare"
Op-Ed, Boston Globe
By Juliette Kayyem, Lecturer in Public Policy (on Leave)
"...World War II's Ghost Army, a unit of handpicked G.I.s whose sole function was to deceive the Germans about the strength of America's military presence. Using rubber tanks, sound effects, and illusions of manpower, this group of young magicians tricked the Germans into believing they knew America's true plans."
May 16, 2013
"A Seat at the Arctic Table"
Op-Ed, Boston Globe
By Juliette Kayyem, Lecturer in Public Policy (on Leave)
"...[T]he Arctic Council agreed to let nations that, at last look at the map, are not located anywhere near the Arctic, join as observers. It may seem a diplomatic nicety, but it is the recognition that the Arctic Council nations no longer have a monopoly on the region. China, India, Italy, Japan, Korea, and Singapore are on a hunt for more energy and have their eyes on the waning polar ice caps."
May 15, 2013
"Critics Quick to Attack Obama Administration, but its Inquiry into AP Was Justified"
Op-Ed, Boston Globe
By Juliette Kayyem, Lecturer in Public Policy (on Leave)
"...[T]he leak wasn't just an inside-the-Beltway jab at political enemies, and the story that resulted wasn't about infighting in the national security staff. The information cut to the heart of how America fights its enemies and the resources it uses to do so. An agent of ours had infiltrated a terrorist cell. He is no longer in the inner circle. The leaker may be to blame. And the investigation that has everyone up in arms was completely justified."
May 13, 2013
"Pentagon's Sexual Assault Conundrum"
Op-Ed, Boston Globe
By Juliette Kayyem, Lecturer in Public Policy (on Leave)
"...[T]he only real solution will come with the complete integration of women into an armed services that has, for too long, treated them as second-class citizens. Sexual misconduct is a symptom, not a cause, of an institutional culture built around rules prohibiting women from equal status."
May 9, 2013
"Tragedy's Cold Calculations"
Op-Ed, Boston Globe
By Juliette Kayyem, Lecturer in Public Policy (on Leave)
"it became obvious that the public hearing wasn't just a chance for victims and their relatives to ask questions. It was a chance for Feinberg to lower their expectations, and warn them about what victim compensation can and can't do: They will never truly be 'made whole' again."
May 6, 2013
"Killing without a Script"
Op-Ed, Boston Globe
By Juliette Kayyem, Lecturer in Public Policy (on Leave)
"No society as open as ours can promise perfect security. Thus, it makes sense that a strategy that resigns itself to some form of terrorism in our modern age would, naturally, concentrate on making sure that those who do harm us are stupid, disorganized, rushed, and fickle. Their violence is smaller scale and therefore more manageable, made even more so by the efforts of well-trained first responders."


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Nov. 3, 2014
Two-year-old conservative website Independent Journal Review, with mix of entertaining topics and politics, has web traffic that exceeds more seasoned right-wing sites; profitable site has roughly 24 million unique visitors a month; its 30 reporters and editors are based in Alexandria, Va. MORE
Oct. 24, 2014
Paul Krugman Op-Ed column likens China's impulse to suppress open voting in Hong Kong to agenda of political conservatives in United States; challenges notion that income redistribution among haves and have-nots would lead to economic chaos, but notes that conservatives continue to raise false alarm about evils of tax-and-spend policies so that voters never learn that things could be different. MORE
Sep. 27, 2014
Texas Sen Ted Cruz and Kentucky Sen Rand Paul, both of whom are considering run for White House in 2016, invoke importance of religion and morality before crowd of conservative voters at Values Voter Summit in Washington, DC. MORE
Sep. 22, 2014
Paul Krugman Op-Ed column criticizes Republican leaders who are still blaming persistent unemployment on the 'lazy' jobless, in effect blaming the recession on its victims; notes that myth of laziness, despite mounting contrary evidence and a systematic dismantling of jobless benefits, continues to thrive because of closed information loop among conservative voters. MORE
Sep. 2, 2014
David Leonhardt The Upshot column; Crowdpac online service uses voting history as well as donor information to rank members of Congress and candidates on liberal to conservative scale; chart shows ideological gaps between candidates in each Senate race for 2014 midterm elections. MORE
Jul. 25, 2014
Dinesh D'Souza, even with prospect of jail time looming for violating campaign-finance laws, has emerged as right-wing media star of the moment, seemingly constant presence on talk radio and Fox News; his latest book America: Imagine a World Without Her and documentary film of same name claim America is under attack from its own government, as well as its progressive collaborators in Hollywood, academia and mainstream media. MORE
Jul. 25, 2014
Social conservatives are moving to put abortion at center of midterm elections, despite warnings from other Republicans to tread lightly on divisive social issues; Susan B Anthony List, anti-abortion group of conservative women, hosts boot camps to talk about why abortion is wrong; social issues have taken on added urgency since Supreme Court's ruling in Hobby Lobby case. MORE
Jul. 6, 2014
Op-Ed article by author and editor Jacob Heilbrunn contends that neoconservative movement is back after nearly a decade in the political wilderness; warns that neocons may be aligning themselves with Hillary Rodham Clinton and her nascent presidential campaign in bid to return to driver's seat of American foreign policy. MORE
Jun. 12, 2014
The Upshot column; Pew Research study shows that liberal and conservative voters prefer to associate with and live near those with similar political views, resulting in increasingly polarized society divided neatly along political lines; results point to fact that average citizens are just as divided as Congress. MORE
May. 22, 2014
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Apr. 28, 2014
Paul Krugman Op-Ed column laments that rancher Cliven Bundy, who refused to pay fees for grazing his animals on federal land, has turned out to be racist; notes that has allowed conservatives an easy way to dissociate themselves from him without facing up to the terrible wrong turn their movement has taken; contends their treatment of Bundy as some kind of libertarian hero is crazy. MORE
Apr. 26, 2014
Gail Collins Op-Ed column notes flight of conservative supporters from cause of rancher Cliven Bundy, who refuses to pay federal grazing fees, following racist comments by Bundy; urges conservatives to use caution in supporting people who say that they do not recognize United States government as existing. MORE
Mar. 11, 2014
Emerging tension is growing between younger Republicans who are pro-free market on fiscal issues and libertarian on social ones and the older social conservatives at core of party's base; party's opposition to issues like same-sex marriage and legalization of marijuana is causing rift along generational lines, even as more progressive views represent potential growth for party that is losing among certain demographic groups. MORE
Mar. 9, 2014
Republicans are challenging conservative advocacy groups head on in aggressive effort to undermine their credibility in 2014 midterm elections; goal is to deny them any Senate primary victories, cut into their fund-raising and diminish them as future force in Republican politics. MORE
Jan. 23, 2014
Internal Revenue Service is reviewing the activities of conservative group Friends of Abe, collection of 1,500 right-leaning players in entertainment industry, in connection with its application for tax-exempt status; actors Gary Sinise and Jon Voight are among few whose affiliation with group is public knowledge. MORE
Jan. 19, 2014
Ross Douthat Op-Ed column expresses optimism about emergent right-of-center policy agenda with new ideas and Republican politicians like Sens Mike Lee and Marco Rubio willing to back them; contends it is first time in many years that conservative policy reformers' perspectives are being taken seriously. MORE
Jan. 10, 2014
David Brooks Op-Ed column holds conservative thinking has changed significantly since Pres Obama won re-election, which can be seen if one reads the journal National Affairs; maintains what is emerging is a conservatism of skeptical reform. MORE
Dec. 1, 2013
Ross Douthat Op-Ed column notes that Pope Francis's latest headline-making exhortation critiquing consumer capitalism has put conservative Catholics on the defensive; contends that the challenge for conservative Catholics is to integrate an economic vision that remains conservative, but in the details reminds the world that their faith comes first. MORE
Nov. 24, 2013
Op-Ed article by Prof Lawrence R Jacobs contends that Minnesota and Wisconsin are good places to compare modern progressivism and the new right, given that they have much and common; contends that Minnesota is building a modern progressivism that plows a hopeful path, while Wisconsin's rigid anti-tax dogma has failed to deliver a convincing optimistic vision. MORE
Oct. 18, 2013
Conservative voters see reopening of government without defunding of health care law as a surrender to reality as much as to Democratic demands; many conservatives describe a dispiriting gap between conservative ideals, which they believe inspire widespread agreement, and conservative tactics, which do not; failure to stop health care plan has left some Republicans pessimistic and disillusioned. MORE
Jun. 10, 2013
Op-Ed article by author Richard A Viguerie offers conservative case for prison reform. MORE
May. 1, 2013
Charles and David Koch, billionaire businessmen and champions of conservatism, are planning to stay engaged politically, redoubling their efforts to influence elections, despite setbacks from 2012 presidential race. MORE
Apr. 18, 2013
Conservative opponents of immigration overhaul proposal are trying to harness airwaves as they did in 2007, when talk radio hosts helped whip up outrage that doomed similar bill; some hosts vehemently opposed to illegal immigration say they are worried that times have changed, and their listeners seem less agitated that illegal immigrants might be granted legal status. MORE
Dec. 4, 2012
Op-Ed article by David Welch, former research director for Republican National Committee, laments that conservative movement lacks figure like William F Buckley Jr, who had political courage to stand up to extremist elements in Republican Party; calls on Republican leaders to denounce Tea Party candidates. MORE
Nov. 20, 2012
David Brooks Op-Ed column analyzes state of Republican Party and conservative movement in wake of presidential election; observes that there is unorthodox crop of center-right intellectuals that refutes prominent caricatures of Republicans. MORE
Sep. 25, 2012
David Brooks Op-Ed column contends that conservatism has lost touch with its traditionalist half, the part that was interested in creating the social, economic and political order that would encourage the best traits in society; posits many of Mitt Romney's campaign's missteps may be that the Republican Party appeals to people only as potential business owners, and not as parents, neighbors and citizens. MORE
Aug. 30, 2012
Political Memo; twenty years after Patrick J Buchanan spoke at the Republican convention in 1992 in Houston of a 'cultural war,' his views are now more common than controversial within the party; Buchanan denounced the Democratic Party as one that supported abortion, radical feminism and a homosexual agenda; views that many saw as the fringes of the Republican Party two decades ago have moved closer to the mainstream. MORE
Aug. 29, 2012
Republicans at national convention adopt platform which shows just how far rightward the party has shifted in both tone and substance since it adopted the 1980 platform, which was considered a triumph for conservatives at the time; platform keeps its focus on party's traditional support for low taxes, national security and social conservatism, and delves into a number of politically charged issues. MORE
Jul. 1, 2012
Editorial contends that the Supreme Court's majority decision to reject the individual mandate under the Constitution's commerce clause underscores the aggressiveness of the court's conservatism and marks a stunning departure from the long-established legal consensus that Congress has broad power to regulate the economy. MORE
Apr. 3, 2012
Michael Powell Gotham column notes young conservatives have made a cottage industry of going undercover and trying to goad people working at perceived liberal institutions into making incriminating statements; says lately they have set their sights on the Industrial Areas Foundation, organizing group founded by the late Saul Alinsky; notes in the 1980s, an Alinsky-style organizer trained the young Barack Obama. MORE
Mar. 22, 2012
Nicholas D Kristof Op-Ed column expounds on book The Righteous Mind by Jonathan Haidt, which illustrates the different moral criteria exhibited in liberals and conservatives; notes book contends conservatives emphasize values, like loyalty, respect for authority and sanctity, that liberals generally lack, therefore concluding this is why liberals have trouble understanding conservatives or crafting messages that resonate with them. MORE
Mar. 12, 2012
Op-Ed article by J Harvie Wilkinson III, United States Court of Appeals judge, criticizes both liberals and conservatives for using the Constitution to implement their agendas, resulting in a national jurisprudence whetted by political appetite; maintains that the country faces grave risks from such lack of restraint, but finds hope in the love both sides share for family, community and country. MORE
Feb. 13, 2012
Paul Krugman Op-Ed column argues that Mitt Romney's assertion that he was a 'severely conservative governor' highlights the way in which the Republican party has gone astray; asserts that the extremely conservative base has taken control of the party, which has resulted in presidential candidates with policies and platforms decidedly out of the mainstream. MORE
Jan. 10, 2012
Adam Liptak Sidebar column describes case in which Teresa R Wagner has accused the University of Iowa law school of not hiring her in 2007 because of her conservative views, despite the school's stated commitment to diversity. MORE
Dec. 30, 2011
David Brooks Op-Ed column describes how conservative blogger Rod Dreher moved back to his small-town home after his sister died of cancer; notes that Dreher's communitarian conservatism holds in great esteem the same virtues of small towns, tradition and community that Dreher's family witnessed during his sister's illness. MORE
Dec. 24, 2011
Editorial scores leading Republican presidential candidates overtly jockeying to be the favorite of right-wing extremists; contends that as they battle for the title of Most Conservative, distorting their own records and advocating increasingly radical positions, they lose their appeal to a broad electorate. MORE
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Conquest Is for Losers
There is still a powerful political faction in America that hasn't learned this lesson.
December 22, 2014, Monday
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Our Police Problem
Eric Garner's death and the balance between liberty and order.
December 4, 2014, Thursday
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Pollution and Politics
Like Obamacare, Republicans went on the attack over the E.P.A.'s proposed regulations to curb emissions of ozone. And we know why.
November 28, 2014, Friday
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Partisanship Breaks the Government
The Republicans' goal is to have a destructive fight.
November 17, 2014, Monday
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I ask President Obama's science adviser how the president plans to work with Republicans to renew American energy research.
November 14, 2014, Friday
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Are Democrats Losing the Youth Vote?
The G.O.P. is gaining young voters, because it lost the culture war.
November 12, 2014, Wednesday
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The G.O.P. needs to flesh out its agenda, and a Rand Paul-Marco Rubio rivalry could be the best way to do that.
November 9, 2014, Sunday
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What's missed in debates over the impact of liberal and conservative spending on congressional campaigns.
November 5, 2014, Wednesday
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November 3, 2014, Monday
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October 24, 2014, Friday
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BY ALLISON HORTON Staff Reporter February 24, 2013 7:14AM
The outline of the man who was shot outside Rothschild Liquors including the blood-stained area where his head was resting can be seen in the snow along the side of the liquor store . | Al Podgorski~Sun-Times
Updated: March 26, 2013 9:44AM
Two men were killed and at least five other people were wounded in weekend gun violence in Chicago.
Ricardo Rivera, 31, of the 4900 block of West 23rd Place in Cicero, was fatally shot in the head at 7:30 a.m. Sunday in the 100 block of South Cicero, authorities said. He was pronounced dead at the scene at 7:35 a.m., according to the Cook County Medical Examiner's office.
Donald Price, 32, was shot Saturday in the same block as his West Side home, in the 4800 block of West Ferdinand in the Austin neighborhood, according to the Cook County Medical Examiner's office. An unknown shooter walked out of a vacant lot about 5:45 p.m. Saturday and shot Price man in the face, neck, torso and right arm, Chicago Police News Affairs Officer Hector Alfaro said. Price was taken to Mount Sinai Hospital, where he died about half an hour later, authorities said. Police think the slaying was gang-related.
An 18-year-old man was shot in the abdomen and right arm about 3:30 p.m. Sunday in the 7000 block of South Merrill in the South Shore neighborhood. He was taken in serious condition to Northwestern Memorial Hospital, but his condition has since stabilized, police said.
A 17-year-old boy was wounded in a shooting about 12:30 a.m. Sunday in the Greater Grand Crossing neighborhood on the South Side, police said. He was walking on the sidewalk when a group of males approached and shot him near 69th and State, Alfaro said.
On Saturday night, three peole were shot in two separate shooting incidents within a 40-minute period on the Far South Side.
In the Morgan Park neighborhood, an 18-year-old man was shot about 10:10 p.m. Saturday near Aberdeen Street and 111th, police said. As he walked down a sidewalk, a man emerged from a dark-color SUV and opened fire. The man was taken to Advocate Christ Hospital in Oak Lawn for treatment of a gunshot wound in his buttocks, police said.
About 9:30 p.m. Saturday, two people were walking down the sidewalk in the first block of West 108th Place in the Roseland neighborhood, when a man approached them and opened fire, police said. A 15-year-old boy was shot in his left leg and was taken to Roseland Community Hospital.
A 20-year-old man was shot in the buttocks and knee, police said. He was taken to Advocate Christ Medical Center in Oak Lawn .
No arrests had been made in connection with any of the shootings Sunday, as detectives continued to investigate the attacks.


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Tauck Alaska vacations combine sightseeing by land, ship, floatplane, paddlewheel boat, and vintage railway to fully experience the 49th state. This is the realm of bald eagles, grizzlies, orcas, alpine peaks, and glacier-carved fjords. Raft through an eagle preserve, walk through centuries-old towns, pan for gold, and meet totem pole carvers. Tauck Bridges family Alaska tour will take you on an adventure that you will never forget. Alaska cruises open your eyes and heart to the natural wonderland that surrounds you morning, noon, and night.
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Tauck's Hawaii features ocean-view rooms the finest oceanfront resorts on multiple islands for the ultimate Hawaiian experience! From Kauai's rainforests to Maui's waterfalls and the Big Island's dramatic volcanic landscapes, discover the uniqueness of the islands. Enjoy a special visit to Pearl Harbor, Waikiki Beach, an old whaling town, a working ranch, and a coffee farm, with luaus, cruises, and plenty of free time to enjoy one of the world's favorite tropical playgrounds!
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Tauck's New England tours take you to green mountain ridges with white village steeples, quintessential harbors with tall sailboat masts, and historical icons, city and countryside. Experience a breathtaking landscape, painted with bold impressionist colors, on Tauck's fall foliage tour.The region is rich in Colonial history, featuring quaint architecture, museums with costumed interpreters, and entertaining walking tours. Learn more about the patriots of Boston, the whalers of Nantucket, or the Pilgrims at Plymouth on our New England tours with accommodations in historic hotels and popular resorts.
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So many choices – gracious antebellum plantations, formal gardens, warm beaches, Civil War battlefields, a
Victorian island, jazz in New Orleans, a capital capitol... Tauck's
Mid-America / Southern USA trips take you to places truly intertwined with all that defines America today. Together with filmmaker Ken Burns we crafted a
Civil War themed tour (Most Hallowed Ground), The Tauck Chicago Event in October 2013, and The Tauck Jazz Event in New Orleans. And make your plans early for our premiere sporting event in May 2014 – Run For Roses: The Kentucky Derby!
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South / Mid USA
Western USA travel features diverse landscapes from painted canyons
to inspiring national parks, ancient cliff dwellings, the Pacific Ocean,
vineyards and chic cities. Sightsee by floatplane, jeep, trolley,
horseback, sky gondola, narrow gauge railroad, jet boat... Stay at
historic lodges inside the great national parks and great hotels in the
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US West
Cultured, cosmopolitan cities combine with rugged coastal scenery and quaint fishing villages on these Eastern Canada tours. They take you from thundering Niagara Falls to peaceful island cruises, from chateau-style hotels to the weathered house that inspired Anne of Green Gables. Enjoy views from the world's tallest freestanding structure, or from the top of coastal bluffs along the Cabot Trail.
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Eastern Canada
This is a land of jagged snow-capped peaks, glaciers, waterfalls, alpine lakes, and a grandeur that is indescribable. Our Western Canada tours explore impressive national parks and stay in legendary mountain resorts, with unique ways to sightsee including Ice Explorer, floatplane, nostalgic train, ferry steamer, jet boat, or ski gondola.
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Western Canada Tours
This is the heart of Europe: alpine vistas in Switzerland, Germany and Austria; preserved medieval towns and castles along the lush Rhine and Danube waterways; imperial splendors in Vienna and Budapest; cafés, bistros, and bierstubes in villages off-the-beaten-path; and architectural triumphs in grand cities of Amsterdam, Berlin, Warsaw, Prague, Dubrovnik, and more. When you embark on Central and Eastern Europe travel days with Tauck, you go far beyond traditional sights to discover the a deep and rich cultural persona.
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Central & Eastern Europe
From the moving memorials at Omaha Beach to the glitz and glamour of the Côte d'Azur, Tauck's France tours combine insider expert insights with the cultural panache that defines all things Français. Tauck France tours explore colorful Provence, Loire chateaux, ancient abbeys, cobblestoned villages, Bordeaux and Côte du Rhone wine regions, the chic bouleverds of Paris, and more.
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Famous Irish castle-hotels and manor houses, the dramatic Cliffs of Moher, pastoral Cotswold landscapes, mystical Loch Lomond and of course vibrant London are just some of the many highlights of these Ireland and Great Britain tours. Escape to centuries past as you watch a Shakespearean performance at Stratford-upon-Avon or view the mysterious monoliths outside of Dublin; imagine yourself as royalty aboard first-class trains, steam yachts and river cruise ships.
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Great Britain & Ireland
The name "Iceland" belies the wondrous summertime landscapes you'll explore during this 7-night cruise... fishing villages where you'll get a glimpse of daily life along rugged shores... fjords ringed by emerald mountains... craggy cliffs blanketed with whimsical puffins and arctic terns... rainbow-hued waterfalls and steamy geysers... lakes teeming with nesting ducks... and a blue lagoon that welcomes bathers with healing waters. With so much to see and do, Iceland is not only one of the hottest new destinations for those in-the-know, it's also a very cool place to cruise with Tauck.
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Timeless treasures of a legendary land await you on Tauck's Italy tours. Travel from the sun-kissed hilltowns of Tuscany to the stunning Amalfi Coast, enjoying Tauck's do-it-all-for-you service, fine accommodations and special experiences you can't get on your own, like private, after-hours visits to the Vatican Museums and the Sistine Chapel – hallmarks of the best Italy tours.
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What do you envision as a perfect Mediterranean travel getaway? Little can compare to a small ship's approach in Bonifacio, Corsica... antiquities discovered in the gentle Sicilian countryside... the whitewashed villages of a Greek isle... the dramatic Amalfi coastline... the colorful contrasts where Europe meets Asia in Turkey... or the secrets behind the centuries-old city walls of Dubrovnik. Mediterranean travel with Tauck includes land journeys and cruises along the Adriatic and Aegean Seas, combining the relaxation of sailing with in-depth discovery via private excursions to the historical ruins of Ephesus, Carthage, Pompeii and Segesta and cultural meccas along the Spanish, French, Italian and Turkish Rivieras.
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Mediterranean & Turkey
Nordic legends and Viking tales come to life in Norway, Denmark, and Sweden. Viking ships and a folk museum depict early eras; medieval castles and well-preserved port towns illuminate the Middle Ages. In Russia, fortresses, palaces, and treasures of the Czars contrast with the Kremlin, Red Square, and an infamous bunker. Priceless masterpieces hang in The State Hermitage Museum; ballerinas twirl at the ballet; and onion-topped buildings command the skyline. In Estonia, Latvia, and Lithuania, there are medieval districts so well preserved that they are UNESCO World Heritage Sites.
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Scandinavia, Russia & Baltics
Step inside the grand Moorish palace of the Alhambra, gaze at treasures – inside and out – at the world renowned Guggenheim Museum Bilbao, follow pilgrim's footsteps on the path of St. James to Santiago de Compostela or stroll the UNESCO World Heritage sites of Sintra and Evora, and you will understand the historical, cultural and religious passion throughout these lands and carefully woven into a Portugal and Spain tour.
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Tauck's Africa tours and safaris are compelling and intriguing, from the Great Pyramids to the savannahs of the Serengeti. Adventures include hot-air ballooning over African plains, cruising the River Nile, game drives in legendary game reserves, and extraordinary game drives in Botswana. From the Cape of Good Hope to Victoria Falls, spotting the "Big Five" in the Serengeti or Kruger National Park, a walk with young lions... a visit with the meerkats... a spice tour in Zanzibar... a wine-pairing dinner in the Cape Winelands... these Tauck journeys and safaris are the best in Africa tours today!
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The ultimate Antarctica travel experience! Cruise aboard one of Tauck's newest luxe mega-yachts, Le Soléal or Le Boréal to the majestic ice-clad continent of Antarctica after spending two nights in Buenos Aires – an exciting 10-night expeditionary voyage with on-board naturalists, oceanographers and ornithologists. Floating castles of ice glisten in the warmth of the austral sun... glacial mountains rise from the sea, framed against a radiant sky... in an instant, a bright sun illuminates a floating regatta of ice formations... Explorers throughout the centuries have been mesmerized and captivated by the ice... Today, you are that Antarctic explorer.
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China offers a dynamic feast of sights and sensations. Willowed landscapes, tranquil gardens, majestic rivers, fabled monuments and imperial pavilions of red and gold stand as poignant symbols of an enduring and rich historical legacy. Countryside villages and bustling cities deftly combine time-honored traditions with the ever-quickening pace of today's modern times. And the great Yangtze River, home to some of China's most priceless cultural treasures, is poised to change the course of history in this 21st century.
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One of the world's most diverse countries, India is an incredible array of landscapes, languages, cultures and lifestyles as well as a fascinating complex of beliefs and customs. A visit reveals a nation of many contrasts, from opulent palace hotels, shimmering white marbeled monuments like the Taj Mahal and ancient fairy-tale cities of richly-decorated courtyards, fountains and frescoed galleries... to streets brimming with old traditions.
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An island nation of gentle beauty boasts an intriguing mix of ancient and present day, embracing a revolution of modern technology yet remaining staunchly immersed in age-old traditions and rituals. Experiencing rich cultural traditions and venerable Japanese customs are an intricate part of Tauck's Japan tour, where age-old cultures and lifestyles flourish, inspiring the spirit as well as the senses. Get a unique look at Japan, yesterday and today.
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Southeast Asia is a feast for the senses – the vibrant colors, fragrance of incense and spices, sounds of daily life in the streets, and the taste of fabulous food. It is a cultural treat sunrise to sunset. Vietnam, Cambodia and Thailand have shared the same tropical peninsula for centuries, but for all their similarities, each country offers a diverse tapestry of art, culture and history uniquely their own. Unique experiences, from a visit to a hill tribe village to an elephant trek, provide an in-depth look at this complex cultural mosaic.
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South East Asia
Choose among two-week and three-week Down Under tours that cover distances primarily by cruise ship or private charter flights, but also include jet boat, tramcar, helicopter, catamaran and sky gondola rides. With joint New Zealand and Australia travel agendas, see glaciers, geysers, fiords, outback, reefs, koalas, kiwis, historic districts, notable architecture, and native culture.
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Australia Travel and New Zealand
Discover one of the richest ecotourism destinations in the world on an adventurious, active Tauck Central America tour or cruise. You'll go off-the-beaten-path as you explore the tropical rainforests, dry forests, freshwater wetlands, islands, beaches and lush jungles of Costa Rica and Panama, where ecological biodiversity, exotic wildlife, and cultural national treasures are found.
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Central America
South America is one of the most sought-after destinations for today's sophisticated travelers – vast cultural diversity and cosmopolitan pleasures from Rio de Janeiro to Buenos Aires, Santiago and Lima; breathtaking beauty from Iguazú Falls to Patagonia and the Andes; unique cultural heritages created by influences from destinations the world over; and the Galápagos Islands, home to species found nowhere else in the world. Tauck's South America travel adventures ignite the senses and satisfy the soul.
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South America
Explore ancient Egypt's treasures, from the Pyramids to the magnificent temples to the tombs of the pharaohs, and cruise along the River Nile with Tauck's expert Egyptologists. Discover the diverse cultures and traditions that have shaped Israel since antiquity and continue to define life today. Travel along Jordan's historic King's Highway from the shores of the Dead Sea to astounding Petra. Tauck combines authentic cultural connections, insights from local experts, our signature sightseeing and memorable experiences for our guests only to ensure that each journey is enriching and inspiring.
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Middle East
Just 90 miles from the Florida Keys and unlike anyplace else in the Americas, Cuba has been "close to home but far away" for decades. But now you can meet face-to-face with Cuban residents from different professions – artists, musicians, students, educators, farmers, artisans, entrepreneurs, community leaders and more – through Tauck's People-to-People educational exchange travel to Cuba. Share thoughts, gain knowledge, and connect with the country's deep cultural heritage – rich in historic architecture, music, art and Latin and Afro-Cuban traditions.
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This is the Mediterranean as you've always dreamed it should be, explored aboard a sailing ship small enough to reach remote, treasured islands that larger vessels overlook... Mediterranean cruises don't get any better than this – discover the islands of Lipari, Ponza, Stromboli, Corsica, Sicily, Elba and Malta. See fortified medieval towns, ornate cathedrals, ancient castles, and
the dramatic cliff-side drive along the Amalfi Coast on the Italian mainland. Feel like a
jetsetter pulling into ports aboard Le Ponant, designed to access small harbors and remote destinations that large ships can't maneuver. And on land... spend two nights in glittering Monte-Carlo along the French Riviera, where you'll explore Provence and the tiny principality of Monaco, and enjoy one night on Malta.
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Arrive in Nice / Monte-Carlo
Tauck's jewel among Mediterranean cruises begins 6:30 PM at the Fairmont Monte Carlo. A transfer is included from Nice Côte d'Azur Airport to the Fairmont Monte Carlo in Monaco. Your hotel is in the heart of Monte-Carlo, where the Principality is right at your doorstep. Meet your traveling companions this evening at the welcome cocktail reception and dinner.
Fairmont Monte Carlo
Trip to Saint-Paul-de-Vence – rest of day in Monte-Carlo
Visit the picturesque town of Saint-Paul-de-Vence, a Provençal hilltop town that was built in the 13th century; you'll be taken with its medieval look, and easily understand why it became an artists' enclave. Return to the Fairmont Monte Carlo where you'll spend the remainder of the day exploring as you wish; your hotel is steps from the Monte-Carlo Casino, where lady luck favors the fortunate few!
Nice to be in Nice / Embark Le Ponant
Experience the glamour of Monaco today as you get a royal taste of what life is like on the chic French Riviera during a visit to the royal palace and gardens in Monaco-Ville before journeying to Nice for a brief city sightseeing tour. See the Promenade des Anglais along the seafront, or discover the flower market in Cours Saleya. Board your yacht, Le Ponant, for the start of one of Tauck's most popular Mediterranean cruises. Among the many inclusions on this cruise are a daily cocktail hour, all-day soft drinks, and wine each evening with dinner aboard ship.
Aboard Le Ponant
Wine tasting on Napoleon's island of Elba
Le Ponant in the Mediterranean cruises to the island of Elba and the secluded harbor of Portoferraio. Today you'll learn about the isolated life of Napoleon Bonaparte on Elba, who spent a brief exile here in 1814 prior to his daring escape. Visit the Villa San Martino, where he lived for a time; spend some free time in Porto Azzurro; and go to a wine tasting at a family-owned Elba winery before reboarding the ship.
Corsica's hidden harbor of Bonifacio
Sail into the nearly hidden Corsican port of Bonifacio with a deep, narrow harbor sitting at the base of sheer limestone cliffs – a highlight of most Mediterranean cruises. Your entrance into the harbor aboard Le Ponant will be remembered forever... keep your camera at the ready! The fortified 12th-century town is built on the top of the cliffs with great views of the sea. Hop aboard Le Petit Train for a ride to the town's walled fortress area; explore medieval lanes, stroll along the bluff above the harbor, and see the former barracks of the French Foreign Legion. Make an afternoon return to Le Ponant, and set sail once again, bound for Ponza.
Island life on Ponza and Mediterranean cruising
Arrive on Ponza, the largest island in Italy's Pontine Archipelago. Some of the island's most recognizable sights include dramatic coves and cliffs, while the main town features yellow and pink houses, and a harbor full of fishing boats. Spend the morning exploring before an afternoon sail to Italy's Amalfi Coast.
Travel the Amalfi Coast to Ravello
Go ashore today to set out on the mountainous route along the Amalfi Coast, one of the most spectacular drives in the world. Stop in Amalfi, the "queen of the Costiera," for a guided walking tour and a visit to the Duomo, dating back to the 9th century. Arrive in stunning Ravello, perched on cliffs overlooking the sea. Visit Villa Rufolo, with roots dating back to a wealthy 13th-century merchant family, where you'll get some pretty spectacular views of the Mediterranean Sea below. Lunch is also pretty spectacular today; dine on regional specialties at a restaurant overlooking the sea, followed by free time to explore Ravello on your own. An afternoon drive along the dramatic Amalfi coast returns you to the ship.
Lipari and the fiery lava of Stromboli
Sail to Lipari, the largest of the Aeolian Islands. A tender takes you ashore to explore vestiges of Lipari's ancient days under Greek and Roman rule, which stand on its rugged terrain alongside medieval fortresses and other evidence of centuries of struggle for the island's control. You'll have a guided sightseeing tour with an opportunity to visit the archaeological museum; everyone has a little free time to explore. Weather permitting, a swim off the ship's stern and a nighttime sail by volcanic Stromboli are some of the magical pleasures of small ship cruising. One of the world's few continually active volcanos, if it provides its usual dramatic natural show the view you'll have of the crimson lava flows at night is unforgettable!
Cruise to Sicily and explore Taormina
Go ashore at Giardini-Naxos for a memorable visit to Taormina, clinging to the cliffs above the Ionian Sea. Best known as a popular seaside resort, the island also entices with mesmerizing views of Mount Etna, the highest volcano in Europe, and archaeological wonders chronicling its development from the 2nd century to the Middle Ages. See them on a stroll along the Corso Umberto through Old Town, lined with piazzas, palazzi and duomos, and take a guided tour of the ancient Greek Theatre, hewn out of a rocky mountain slope during the Hellenistic period, remodeled by the Romans, and devastated by marauding conquerors centuries later. Do more sightseeing as you wish or return to the ship to relax or swim (weather permitting) – a true pleasure on Mediterranean cruises!
Malta memories & disembark ship
Le Ponant sails into the Grand Harbor of Valletta in Malta this morning for disembarkation. Enjoy an orientation tour of the walled, pedestrian-only city of Mdina and a coastal drive around St. Julian's Bay en route to your hotel in Valletta. Malta's capital city, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is a virtual open-air museum that is easy to explore on foot. From the 12th century onwards, Mdina has been home to Malta's noble families whose impressive palaces line its narrow, shady streets. An optional walking tour this afternoon includes a visit inside St. John's Co-Cathedral to see its stunning interior and art treasures – the Beheading of Saint John the Baptist, a masterpiece in oil by the Italian Baroque painter Caravaggio, Flemish tapestries and silver artifacts reward visitors. A farewell cocktail reception and dinner marks the end of one of our most popular small ship / Mediterranean cruises.
Phoenicia Hotel
Ciao, Mediterranean
Tauck's southbound Mediterranean cruises end in Valletta, Malta. Fly home anytime. A transfer is included from Hotel Phoenicia Malta to Malta International Airport; you should allow 3 hours for flight check-in.
Don't see the date you're looking for? Go to Treasures of the Mediterranean (Northbound) for additional departure dates!
Land / Cruise Price includes all Tauck shore excursions (all private), cruise fare, port charges, applicable fuel surcharges, daily cocktail hour, bar & restaurant beverages throughout the day aboard ship including house wine & spirits, entertainment and gratuities to Tauck Director and ship staff. Departures will be hosted by one Tauck Director for approximately every 40 Tauck guests.
Let Tauck reserve your flights
Traveling to Europe with Tauck ensures more than a memorable travel experience; it also enables you to take advantage of additional "do it for you" travel services that take the hassle out of arranging them yourself! As an added service, we can make flight arrangements for your journey, if your travels originate in the United States, offering you a number of welcome advantages. With Tauck, you can:
What's more, if you purchase Tauck's Cruise Protection, you'll receive a refund should you need to cancel your flights due to covered reasons. Another great reason to buy your air from Tauck!
Tauck Guests enjoy complimentary Internet access in guest rooms!
Set beside the sea in the center of the Principality of Monaco, the impressive Fairmont Monte Carlo is a lavish retreat considered one of the best hotels in the world by the readers of Travel + Leisure. Spacious, elegantly decorated guest rooms offer a private terrace, interactive television with integrated Internet system, marble bathroom with tub and shower plus plush terry cloth robes, deluxe toiletries and a hair dryer, refreshment center, safe deposit box and air conditioning. Inspired by its unique position on the Mediterranean Sea, the Willow Stream Spa is a tranquil retreat reflecting the lifestyle of Monte-Carlo. The rooftop swimming pool offers views of the sea and the city while the Willow Stream Fitness with its "Technogym" equipment is the ideal place for a workout overlooking the Riviera. You'll feel like you're dining between the sea and the sky at the Horizon Deck, Restaurant & Champagne Bar… or indulge your inner gaucho at L'Argentin Grill. Enjoy the relaxed atmosphere of Saphir 24, Lounge & Bar, with its lovely sea vistas, 24 hours a day.
Le Ponant, a three-masted schooner, cruises to small islands, hidden harbors and exclusive ports of call in the Mediterranean with only 60 guests aboard; she is stylish, friendly and relaxed. You'll feel as though you are cruising with family – the captain and the crew create a comfortable environment where guests easily interact with everyone aboard. Le Ponant was specially designed for worldwide cruising to remote destinations that are accessible only by small ships – specifically, destinations in the Mediterranean that big ships can't reach. Coastal navigation and "island hopping" are easily accomplished, and the image of several dramatic harbor entries will last a lifetime! Onboard you'll find four decks featuring a small library with a choice of books, cozy lounge with evening piano music, small boutique, and a full-service bar. Continental breakfast is served in your stateroom or at an American-style buffet in the outdoor panoramic restaurant; lunch is also served in the outdoor restaurant, buffet style; and dinner is served nightly in the window-lined restaurant. Staterooms (approximately 150 sq. ft.) are all outside on Le Ponant and include a private bathroom with shower, minibar, multi-channel music system, individual climate control, and a telephone with world-wide satellite access.
Set amidst seven acres of beautiful gardens, Phoenicia Hotel lies just outside the ancient city walls of Valletta, overlooking the harbor. A national treasure opened in 1947, the Phoenicia Hotel has played a key role in Malta's social and cultural history. Stars, socialites and the crowned heads of Europe have enjoyed this 5 star hotel for over 60 years. The Phoenicia Hotel in Valletta has a classical beauty that impresses at first glance. From the luxurious soft furnishings to the carefully chosen furniture, it is the details that make your stay a memorable one. Guests can enjoy the heated outdoor swimming pool and Jacuzzi while taking in a magnificent view of the harbor, take advantage of the fitness room or play a round or two of miniature golf. From cocktails and quick refreshments to a dining experience that is second to none, Phoenicia Hotel provide limitless options. Wake up to the lavish Phoenicia Breakfast Buffet. For lunch or dinner, sample Mediterranean cuisine on the picturesque terrace of the award-winning Phoenix Restaurant, and the Pegasus Brasserie is also open for dinner for those in search of an unforgettable dining experience. The Palm Court Lounge is perfect for specialty coffees, tantalizing snacks and traditional afternoon tea while relaxing on one of the comfortable sofas or armchairs. The hotel's cellar boasts an unparalleled selection of wines to suit all tastes. The Phoenix Restaurant was a double award winner at the Definitive(ly) Good Guide Awards, awarded a fine dining award as one of the top 10 restaurants in the country and a consistency award for achieving a consistently high level of food and service over the last 10 years.
Many Tauck travelers prefer arriving at their destination a day before
their Tauck journey begins, or often extend a stay at the end of their
trip. As a service, Tauck will make hotel reservations before and after
your journey.
Fairmont Monte Carlo 12 Ave Des SpeluguesMonte Carlo, Monaco Phone: 377 93 50 65 00 Fax: 377 93 30 01 57
Hotel Phoenicia Malta
The Mall
Floriana, Malta
Phone: 356 21 22 5241
Fax: 356 21 23 5254
There are bound to be questions when travelling. Information on everything from weather to internet connections can be found below.
Cruise prices are per person in U.S. dollars. All hotel and cruise ship accommodations, motor coach transportation, port charges, land excursions, admissions, entertainment, sightseeing, special dinners, porterage, and the services of the Tauck Directors, hotel and ship staff, and local guides and drivers are included. Bar & restaurant beverages are included throughout the day aboard ship, including house wine & spirits. Transportation from Nice Cote d'Azur Airport to the Fairmont Monte Carlo is included, regardless of the time you check in to the hotel, provided you have furnished us with accurate flight arrival information at least three weeks before your departure start date. Transportation from the Hotel Phoenicia Malta to Malta International Airport is also included when you check out of the hotel. Transportation to and from the airports may be shared with other Tauck guests.
Checked Luggage – General
Due to space restrictions, we ask that you please limit your checked luggage to one suitcase per person weighing no more than 50 pounds (23 kg) and with overall dimensions (length + width + height) not exceeding 62 inches (158 cm).
Besides complying with the Tauck restriction noted above, you should also be sure to research and comply with all airline baggage restrictions relating to your flights to and from your Tauck journey. Airlines have become much more strict in enforcing size and weight limits in recent years, and luggage exceeding airline standards for size or weight may result in expensive overage fees or other consequences.
Airlines are free to revise luggage policies without notice, and certain airlines have different baggage allowances for different classes of service. Researching and complying with airline luggage restrictions is the responsibility of the guest, and Tauck cannot be held responsible for any costs or disruptions to travel caused by the failure to research and comply with airline policies.
Please be sure to attach your Tauck luggage tag to your suitcase before leaving home!
Carry-on Luggage - General
Although oversize bags and wheeled, carry-on luggage are popular for airline travel, they are often not convenient or appropriate for motor coach travel or for many on-tour flights. Most modern sightseeing motor coaches offer limited space for numerous or larger items. Space under seats or in the overhead rack is typically small, and designed to accommodate items like coats, hats, purses, and small camera bags, etc.
For your day-to-day travel while on tour, we recommend that you limit your hand luggage to a small, soft-sided carry-on piece, and that you bring only those items you need handy during the day such as make-up, medications, cameras, film, etc. Items too large to fit under the motor coach seat or on the overhead rack must be stored in the luggage bays beneath the motor coach, and may be inaccessible during daytime travel.
Your Tauck Director will assist you with information on free-time activities based on honest opinion and guidance, but will not sell you anything. This means better value and a more relaxed and pleasant experience for you.
If you are a U.S. citizen traveling internationally, you will need a passport valid for six months beyond the completion of your Tauck journey for entry into France, Monaco, Italy and Malta; however, you will not need a visa for the short duration of this tour.
If you are a citizen of another country traveling internationally, you should contact a consulate or embassy of France, Monaco, Italy and Malta to determine what travel documentation is required.
Please note that longer stays abroad for any purpose may require additional travel documentation.
You will be issued a boarding card, which you must present before embarking the ship in each port. This security measure also ensures that only Tauck guests are permitted onboard.
We recommend that you make at least two photocopies of all the travel documents that you bring with you. Include copies of the photo page of your passport that contains the date of issuance, the date of expiration and your citizenship. Secure one set of copies in the safe in your room while traveling and leave one set behind with someone at home who will assist you in the event your documents are misplaced, lost or stolen.
Transportation to the tour departure point and from the tour ending point is not included.
Your Tauck Director will assist you with airline and other carrier communications, but has no inside contacts to guarantee or expedite recovery of lost luggage. All recovery costs, including the communication costs, are your responsibility. Check your travel protection details for covered expenses.
are provided at time of booking. The tour begins at 6:30 PM at the Fairmont Monte Carlo, Monaco on the first day of the tour. You or your booking agent will be advised of any change to this schedule. When making flight arrangements, please allow sufficient time to claim luggage and clear customs in order to join the cruise on time. We will provide transportation from the Phoenicia Hotel to Malta International Airport on the day of your departure; your tour ends at the Phoenicia Hotel. Each carrier and each airport has different rules regarding how early you must arrive for flight check in. Please contact your individual carrier for this information.
We understand and appreciate the value of instant communication when we travel; it keeps us in touch with friends and family, and it's a reassurance in the event of an emergency. However, the use of cell phones can be disruptive to a tour and to other guests who are enjoying their vacation. As a courtesy to others, we ask that you refrain from using your cell phone while on the motor coach, during group functions, when sightseeing and when your Tauck Director is addressing the group as a whole. There will be many opportunities to make and receive calls at times when it does not affect others.
Please contact your cell phone carrier to determine if your service extends to France, Monaco, Italy and Malta.
Cruising the Mediterranean Sea is very relaxing and the pace is leisurely. To enjoy this cruise, you should be in good health and able to walk reasonable distances, often over unpaved and uneven surfaces. Some of the most memorable sightseeing can only be accomplished on foot. There is a moderate amount of walking during our onshore excursions; for the most part, however, the amount of walking you do is at your discretion. Our activities include visiting ancient towns and ruins, usually involving uneven terrain, cobblestone streets, and climbing many steps up steep hills in warm weather. Some ship to shore transportation is by Zodiac (capacity 9 to 12 persons) or local tender. Occasionally you will get wet with spray.
If you choose to visit the Museum of Archeology on the Aeolian island of Lipari, you will have to negotiate a very steep hill.
Le Ponant has four decks and no elevator.
Le Ponant has a licensed and registered physician onboard for professional and emergency services, which are available at customary charges. The ship's small infirmary is designed to provide medical care for certain temporary illnesses and accidents, and is not intended to or capable of providing on-going treatment of pre-existing medical conditions.
PLEASE NOTE: We regret that this Tauck itinerary cannot accommodate wheelchairs or motorized scooters. Likewise, we regret that we're unable to provide individual assistance to guests with walking difficulties or other personal needs. The responsibility of the Tauck Director who accompanies your trip is to ensure that the larger group enjoys a relaxing and informative journey, and he or she cannot be relied upon to provide ongoing individual assistance to any one guest. Guests requiring such individualized assistance must be accompanied by an able-bodied companion who can provide it.
If you are traveling from the U.S., the U.S. Transportation Security Administration (TSA) requires that your name, as it appears on your domestic or international airline ticket, must precisely match your name as it appears on the government-issued photo ID (i.e., passport or driver's license) that you present during security screening. The ID name must also match any additional airline data, such as frequent-flyer information. For example, if you present your driver's license to security and it says John T. Smith, your ticket must also say John T. Smith, not John Thomas Smith, Jack Smith, or any other variant. Your date-of-birth and gender information provided to the airline must also match your passport.
If you make your air travel arrangements through us, please ensure that the name you provide us precisely matches your name as shown on the identification you will use while traveling. If you make your own airline reservations, please ensure that the airline has the correct information.
For more information on the TSA's requirements, please visit their website by clicking here.
If you are traveling from an airport outside the jurisdiction of the U.S., you will need to determine what travel documentation and identification is required for that particular airport.
Due to heightened security regulations, certain items such as a metal nail file, pocketknife, cigarette lighter, or tweezers, and some liquid, gel, or aerosol items may not be permitted in your carry-on luggage. Please call your airline prior to departure to obtain current information on non-permissible carry-on items and recommended airport check-in times.
Southern France and coastal Italy in summer has very warm, if not hot, days and warm evenings, though at sea the evening breezes do provide cooler temperatures. Dress for comfort and convenience with a wardrobe that is flexible and allows for layering. Casual, cotton clothing is always advisable. A light jacket or sweater for the evenings on deck is also recommended. Comfortable yet sturdy walking shoes that have already been broken-in are a must, as many of the sites visited were built in antiquity and have uneven surfaces, some steep inclines and many steps. For the welcome and farewell receptions, casual resort wear is appropriate; formal wear is never required for dining with your fellow guests at a Tauck provided dinner. When traveling abroad, you may have the opportunity to dine at an upscale restaurant on your own, which may require men to dress in coat and tie, and women in more elegant eveningwear.
Shipboard attire is casual and informal. The usual dinner dress aboard Le Ponant is also casual and relaxed; while a jacket and tie is not required, shorts and bathing attire are not appropriate at meal times. However, the Captain's dinners aboard Le Ponant are occasions for festive attire.
Valet laundry and dry-cleaning services are available for a fee at all the hotels on this itinerary. On board, valet laundry and pressing services are available for a fee.
We recommend that you pack an adequate supply of your prescription medication in its original container to last through your entire journey, together with a copy of your doctor's prescription or a letter from your health-care provider on office stationery explaining that the medication has been prescribed for you, a list of the generic names of your medication, your travel documents and a change of clothing in your carry-on bag to avoid any inconvenience in the event that your flight or luggage is delayed. No medications are sold on board the cruise ship other than those prescribed and stocked by the ship's physician.
Hairdryers are located in all hotel rooms and shipboard staterooms. Hair curling and clothes irons are not permitted onboard Le Ponant for safety reasons.
Following is a list of recommended items to pack for a cruise in the Mediterranean:
Each country we visit has its own customs clearing process. You should familiarize yourself with the specific required declarations of Italy and Malta before you travel. In general, you are not permitted to bring live plants, fresh fruits and other produce items into most countries. You may find additional information by visiting VisaHQ.com by clicking here.
If you are a U.S. resident traveling internationally who will be returning to the U.S. at the end of the tour, you are entitled to a duty-free exemption based on the total value of merchandise purchased abroad, as long as you physically bring them with you. There are limits to the amount of alcohol that can be a part of this exemption. Certain restrictions apply to unaccompanied goods mailed from abroad to the U.S. Please call your local customs office or consult the U.S. government's customs regulations as contained in their publication entitled Know Before You Go.
If you are a resident of another country, please refer to your own country's rules and regulations regarding customs and duty-free shopping to ensure compliance upon your return.
Many countries levy Value Added Taxes (VAT) on consumer goods and services. (The tax rate may be higher for luxury items and lower for basic goods.) As a rule, if you are not a resident of the country (or of the country's intergovernmental economic community, e.g., the European Union) in which the purchase is made, you may be entitled to a VAT refund and should inquire about the refund policy where you shop.
The maximum elevation on this tour is 2,100 feet (640 meters). Most of your time is spent at sea level.
To read about current weather conditions, we suggest you log on to the Internet website, noaa.gov, by clicking here.
To help expedite your booking, please have the following information ready before you call us:
For reservations, call 800-788-7885 or contact your travel agent to book today!
Tauck Reservation Sales Counselors are available:
Monday through Friday 6 am - 8 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm (Eastern Time)
Monday through Friday 6 am - 8 pm
Saturday 9 am - 5 pm
Sunday 12 pm - 5 pm (Eastern Time)
The Deposit and the fees for the optional Protection Plan or Cancel Fee Waiver [CFW] coverage are due at time of booking. Your deposit is $1,100 per person.
We will be happy to advise hotels of any special requests, provided we receive them at time of booking. We regret that requests cannot be guaranteed.
Final Payment is due at Tauck's Norwalk, CT office 60 days before departure. Any bookings without full payment at this time may be subject to cancellation without notice.
Tauck's Cruise Protection
Guests booking a Tauck cruise have the option of purchasing cancellation protection from Tauck in the event they need to cancel their cruise after booking. Tauck's Travel Protection is available to all travelers, with the exception of residents of Puerto Rico.
Under Tauck's all-inclusive Cruise Protection, you can cancel your cruise for any covered reason up to the day before departure and receive a money-back refund (except in Extreme Circumstances*) on the cruise cost, based on your original method of payment. The following conditions apply:
Section I Cancellation Waiver – Provided by Tauck: Should you have to cancel your cruise for any reason, Tauck's Cancellation Waiver reduces the regular cancellation fees outlined herein, provided we are notified of cancellation before your cruise departs. Certain terms and restrictions apply (see below*).
Section II – Travel Insurance Benefits – Underwritten by Stonebridge Casualty Insurance Company. Should you have to cancel your trip due to illness, injury, death or other covered reason, any cancellation or airline penalties not refunded by Tauck under Section I's Cancellation Waiver would be reimbursable under Section II. This Protection also provides 24-hour emergency assistance services as well as:
The cost of Tauck's Cruise Protection is $560.00 per person.
This protection provides insurance coverage that applies only during the covered trip. You may have coverage from other sources that provides you with similar benefits but may be subject to different restrictions depending upon your other coverages. You may wish to compare the terms of this policy with your existing life, health, home and automobile policies. If you have any questions about your current coverage, call your insurer, insurance agent or broker.
Travel insurance is underwritten by: Stonebridge Casualty Insurance Company, Columbus, OH; NAIC #10952, (all states except as otherwise noted) under Policy/Certificate Form series TAHC5000. In CA, HI, NE, NH, PA, TN and TX Policy/Certificate Form series TAHC5100 and TAHC5200. In IL, IN, KS, LA, OH, OR, VT, WA and WY Policy Form #'s TAHC5100IPS and TAHC5200IPS. Certain coverages are under series TAHC6000 and TAHC7000. 26325543
This optional Cruise Protection must be requested at time of booking and fee must be included in initial payment. Details will be provided with written confirmation of your cruise reservation. Cruise Protection does not protect travel agent commissions. Cost is not refundable under any circumstances. Reimbursements will be made according to original method of payment. The amount of any refund shall be reduced by any recoveries obtained by you from any third parties.
*Extreme Circumstances: In the event of an act of God, war (whether declared or undeclared), terrorism, accident, natural disaster, outbreak of disease, or other event or circumstance beyond our control that contributes to or results in cancellation rates above our historical cancellation rates in the absence of such event or occurrence, Tauck reserves the right to issue a credit to you in lieu of a money-back refund, applicable to a future Tauck journey.
If You Have To Cancel
Regardless of reason, cancellations result in costly charges from travel and hotel providers covering penalties and fees incurred by canceling confirmed bookings. Therefore, the fees listed will apply.
Guests choosing to purchase Tauck's Cruise Protection will incur cancellation penalties per person as follows:
60 days or more before departure
Loss of cost of Tauck's Cruise Protection ($560.00)
59-30 days before departure
Loss of 25% of the cost of the cruise, not including air (if applicable), plus loss of Cruise Protection fee, per person
29-1 days before departure
Loss of 50% of the cost of the cruise, not including air (if applicable), plus loss of Cruise Protection fee, per person
Guests choosing not to purchase Tauck's Cruise Protection will incur cancellation penalties per person as follows:
60 days or more before departure
$1100.00 per person
59-30 days before departure
Loss of 50% of the cost of cruise, not including air (if applicable), per person
29-1 days before departure
Loss of 100% of the cost of cruise, not including air (if applicable), per person
Time of cancellation will be when notice is received in our Norwalk, CT office.
In the event of an unforeseen circumstance beyond our control, Tauck reserves the right to amend the cancellation and transfer terms outlined herein.
Cruise Interruption Fees – If you have to interrupt your cruise en route, you may be entitled to a refund for the unused land portion if it exceeds 24 hours; certain restrictions apply. Such refunds are based upon the number of overnights missed less a fee of $40 per person per day for unused transportation and other fixed expenses.
Partial Room Cancellation – A person who cancels or leaves a cruise while a roommate remains constitutes a cancellation of one type of accommodation and rebooking of another. The price charged the remaining person is the new, higher price for the new accommodation.
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Note: This cruise may operate aboard multiple boats; click on the ships below for corresponding deck plans.
Le Ponant, a three-masted schooner, cruises to small islands, hidden harbors and exclusive ports of call in the Mediterranean with only 60 guests aboard. She was specially designed for cruising to remote destinations that are accessible only by small ship.
Overall Rating:
Treasures of the Mediterranean was a fabulous trip on Le Ponant and was a wonderful experience for us. Tauck saw to every detail and added some very special memories for us. Our guides Terry and Erica were superb! They provided us with just the right amount of guidance and just the right amount of time on our own to explore. Memories to cherish!
The first time the sails went up on Le Ponant..... classical music was playing and we were on the top deck as we sailed away from port. It was so beautiful and the best way I can describe it is to say it was a spiritual experience.
Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Definitely
Carol Sauers
This was hands down our favorite trip. It was just plain fun. Rob & Bill were top-notch, ports of call were fascinating. We were sorry to have missed the Amalfi coast (storm) but loved Pompeii (Tauck adapts very quickly). Full of little gems: Malta, Elba, Taormina, Lipari, places we probably would never have seen otherwise.
Many: Stromboli at night (in a storm), locals catching octopi for dinner in Elba, Joe (the taxi owner/driver) on Ponza, getting in and out of the Zodiacs, sailing along on Le Ponant.
Bill Fenniman
A spectacular small ship cruise with beautiful scenery, historic stops, and magnificent guides. Our Tauck guides were well informed and so well organized that everything went so smoothly. The local guides could not have been better -most informative and with great senses of humor. Our guides even arranged perfect weather!
A sunset dinner anchored off of Stromboli Volcano where we could see the red lava flowing dow the side of the mountain
My fifth Tauck trip and favorite so far. Very relaxing, but quite a bit to see as well. The tour director and ship's crew were both outstanding. I did the first northbound tour of the season, and we did have a couple rough nights, but strangely enough I think I actually kind of liked it! The only weather disappointment was having to miss Stromboli.
I absolutely loved Ponza! And just lying on the deck taking in the amazing views.
Excellent trip , wonderful guides, would recommend it to all. The ship was lovely with a very professional crew.
The sites chosen for touring were lovely , difficult to chose one.
We loved it all. Ponza was a surprise we were not aware of it prior to the trip. However the wine tasting in Elba stands out as particularly outstanding- good wine, pretty venue, and music.
We had a great time! The boat was great and the people who we met on our trip were fantastic! Tim and Elise (our tour directors) were very knowledgeable and very organized. We'll definately do another Tauck trip.
Drinking wine after dinner on the top deck of our boat as we watched the volcano erupt in Stromboli.
We recently took the Le Ponant Mediterranean cruise from Nice to Malta. The weather, facilities on board and fantastic shore trips were all excellent! The Tauck staff did a first class job in making this trip, our sixth with a Tauck, one of our best trips ever. We recommend this holiday adventure without any reservation.
Our visit to the island of Ponza. Wow!
My expectations of this trip were so incredibly high that I wondered if I may be left feeling a little disappointed, but, I loved every minute! The beautiful yacht, the wonderful crew, the enchanting small ports, the spectacular scenery and the delightful people, all seamlessly coordinated by fabulous Tauck directors. It was just fabulous!!!
The thrilling zodiac ride around Le Ponant as she sailed towards Stromboli, her white sails contrasting magnificently with the clear blue sky and the deep azure blue of the sea then swimming in the crystal clear, kingfisher blue waters in the shadow of the volcano. The itinerary a perfect mix of organised activities in charming ports and relaxation
This trip was truly amazing. From the sleek ship, Le Ponant, to the friendly accommodating crew, to the best tour directors ever, to the most incredible scenery and charming itinerary stops, this trip just wowed us the whole time. Perfect weather every day. Our only disappointment was the food. Ship food was fair, but the hotel food terrible.
Diving off the back of the ship into the beautiful Mediterranean after seeing the amazing waters and caves in Ponza! Also, eating gelato in Elba--the best we ever had! Elba was surprisingly our favorite destination.
We are delighted you enjoyed your journey nad returned with so many wonderful memories!
-The Tauck Guest Relations Team
It was our best trip ever! LePonant was magnificent! The views from the water were breathtaking! The service, food, entertainment and accommodations made us feel as if we were on our own personal yacht. Tendering to new ports each day in anticipation of a new place to visit added to the fun. A perfect itinerary, great directors made this trip a 10+
Our last night on LePonant was incredible. We shared an exquisite dinner with new friends. Later that night, the head chef and piano singer gave us a moment that we will cherish forever as they joined together to sing a very heartfelt song. The song captured all the beauty and joy of our wonderful trip.
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your feedback with us and we are delighted you enjoyed your journey!
Loved sailing on the Le Ponant. Capt. and crew were wonderful, food just fine, destinations excellent.
I would suggest an option for those who don't love the shopping part (mostly husbands) so they could return to town or ship earlier or another option.
Overall a totally wonderful trip.
Being in the Zodiac and trying to get pictures of the sailing ship--sails up, calm sea.
Elba and Ponza were outstanding as well.
Thank you so much for your feedback and we are so pleased you enjoyed your journey!
All in all, I thought the "Treasures of the Mediterranean" was well conceived and well executed. Our tour directors were outstanding. The food on the ship was very disappointing. After the first night, we did not have dinner on board. Breakfast items on many mornings were cold meaning the eggs, bacon, oatmeal, etc.. Le Ponant needs new chefs.
Visiting St. Paul DeVence. Highly enjoyable
Would you recommend Tauck to a friend?Maybe
We are sorry that some aspects of this journey fell below your expectations. One of our Guest Relations Specialists will contact you to discuss this matter in more detail.
We were looking for a small ship cruise that made port in places large ships wouldn't be able to go. Several years ago while on a cruise of the Greek isles we saw a ship like Le Penant. It was perfect! The food, the staff and the individual attention to the details and passengers was of the highest quality. Superb!!
There were several: visiting Ravelle, watching Stromboli erupt with lava flowing into the sea and visiting St Paul - de - Vance. The more we think of the trip the more memorable moments come to mind.
We are thrilled you enjoyed your trip and we thank you so much for your feedback.
Bart R
Tauck really Rocked on this one! The first night out was a bit rough, but the last one was a Roller Coaster Ride! Never assume that the Mediterranean will be smooth sailing. Never-the-less it was a very delightful experience. Excellent service on board and as always, a fascinating itinerary.
Savoring the Fresh catch-of-the Day: a Swordfish brought on board that morning and Barbecued on deck for lunch. Mmmmm-Good!
We are delighted we were able to provide such an exciting adventure!
Our recent trip, Treasures of the Mediterranean, took us to parts of the Mediterranean , Italy, Sicily and Malta that we had never seen. As usual, Tauck did everything just right from the overall trip planning and coordination down to the smallest detail. Our tour director was one of the best of many Tauck guides that we have had.
During our tour of the Amalfi coast and Ravello, we were blown away by the Villa Rufolo and the views of the coast.
Dear Mr. Olda,
Thank you so much for your feedback and we are very glad you enjoyed your journey.
Edel K
First the very good and well done: Travel Directors, destinations, hotels, food, housekeeping, land tours. Not good:for a "sailing" adventure we hardly sailed, I estimate we motored (w/out sails) for 80% of the trip. And, for at least 4 of the days the ship rolled/pitched so much that you could barely walk on board/sleep. Same wines everyday.
We probably enjoyed Amalfi most but each area/port land tour was very interesting.
We're pleased to hear that both the well-balanced itinerary and Tauck Directors met your expectations. We are disappointed however, to learn that the sailing aspect of this journey fell below your expectations. A Guest Relations Specialist to reach out to you to personally discuss your feedback.
Sailing a super yacht in the Mediterranean!
The crew treated us like royalty and each destination had its own special charm. We particularly enjoyed Corsica and having dinner on the aft deck under a full moon, while the Stromboli volcano spewed lava into the sky. As a sailor, the "open bridge policy" gave me an inside look at sailing Le Ponant.
Hard to pick just one memorable moment. Sailing out of the harbor at Malta to begin our adventure. Sailing into a new port each morning. Stromboli blowing its top, while we watched. Winning a cool million Euros in the Monte-Carlo casino (No. Wait. That was in my dreams...)
Wow, sounds like you had an amazing trip! Thanks for sharing and we hope you'll travel with us again soon.
This was the trip of a lifetime: visited small, uncrowded islands with interesting histories, quaint shops, friendly people & spectacular views. Our fellow travelers were energetic and fun to travel with. The weather cooperated: seas were calm, skies were blue and the temperatures of sea and land were moderate. Would do this again in a heartbeat!
Every day was exciting: one memorable day was at Ponza, where we traveled to beaches, caves and inlets in small boats. The water was intensely blue and clear. Later, we were driven in taxis around the island. The top of the island provided a breathtaking view. Another highlight was swimming off Le Ponant in front of the Stromboli volcano.
Everything about the trip was done up to expectations or beyond. If there was any down side at all, it was connecting through Rome. Our advice: try to avoid Rome's airport. Every single other thing worked like clockwork.
The absolute highest moment was sitting on the top deck of LePonant, lighted with candles, watching Stromboli erupt. The next top-notch experience was swimming off the back of the yacht being carefully watched by the crew. The food each day was interesting and delicious. The yacht's crew as well as our Tauck guides were so friendly and helpful.
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