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Hello!
OLLI at DU members love to travel; whether it's armchair travel participating in one of our very popular travel courses or with us on a domestic or international adventure. Last year, a group of 30+ members enjoyed a week of theatre in New York City in November and 25 members immersed themselves in the culture and traditions of Japan in March.
Based on member surveys, seeking input from other OLLIs nationwide, and working with four different travel companies (Road Scholar, Collette Tours, EF Go Ahead Tours, and Friendly Planet), we are pleased to offer you these travel opportunities. Why travel with OLLI? Our members like the comfort of traveling with friends they have made through our OLLI program, knowing that they can meet again after the travel adventure. Last month, the group who went to Japan had lunch at a ramen restaurant and next week will be enjoying a traditional tea ceremony in Boulder. Members also enjoy the courses OLLI offers courses aligned to our travel destinations -a group who took Jerry Mercure's Japanese Prints course went to the featured artist's workshop in Tokyo and purchased some beautiful woodblock prints.
OLLI works with the travel companies to customize the experiences for our members. I was happy to work on the Ireland trip as my husband and I have been fortunate to spend many trips throughout that beautiful emerald isle.
Christine Liptak (christine.liptak@du.edu), OLLI staff member has been working diligently with the various travel companies over the past six months and can assist you with questions. If you are interested in traveling, please be sure to sign up for the information overview sessions.
Cuba, Ireland, New York City, Washington, DC, Tuscany - which will you choose? I hope to join you on one of these trips next year!
Jackie Wyant
Executive Director, OLLI at DU
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Washington DC
March 20 - 25, 2025
(6 days, 5 nights)
Collette Tours
· Double Occupancy: $2,999
· Single Occupancy: $3,699
· Triple Occupancy: $2,669
Walk the path forged by leaders of the free world in America’s spirited capital city. View monuments that commemorate the heroes who have shaped America’s past, including the World War II Monument, the Vietnam Veterans Memorial, and the Korean War Memorial. Wander Mt. Vernon’s beautiful plantation grounds and tour the beloved home of George Washington. Uncover Smithsonian treasures as you explore some of its world-renowned museum collections. The epic story of American democracy comes to life in Washington, D.C. This tour will be limited to 25 OLLI members only.
Click link below for more information: gateway.gocollette.com/link/1266403
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| Come to the Washington DC Informational Zoom Meeting! |
| https://udenver.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0pc-iprzktHtOvFbpPrWi3wolybYDhbYUW |
| 07/31/24 5:00pm - 07/31/24 6:00pm US/Mountain |
| Join us for a meeting with our Collette representative where you can ask her questions about the group travel tour to Washington DC. | | | |
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Food and Wine of Tuscany and Umbria
Aug 27, 2025—Sep 6, 2025
(11 days | 13 days with Rome extension)
EF Go Ahead Tours
Small group food and wine tour with time for exploring the history of Florence and Italian villages.
Tucked-away towns make up the core of Tuscany and Umbria, while the cultural capital of Florence offers urban elegance and historic remnants from the Renaissance. From handmade pasta in heavy sauces to locally produced wines from Chianti, Montalcino, and Montefalco, discover the simple, honest flavors for which central Italy’s medieval villages and sweeping countrysides are known.
Double Occupancy: $6,574
Single Occupancy: $7,274
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The Best of Ireland: Featuring the Wild Atlantic Way
June 24th – July 8th, 2025
(15 days, 14 nights)
Collette Tours
It's time to experience the beauty and culture of Ireland, passed down through generations and reborn in the modern era.
- In Dublin, join a local expert for a walking tour of the city
- visit immersive museums exploring stories of Irish emigration
- Walk through the streets of Belfast with a culinary guide and taste the local flavours
- Make the most of a day in Galway to experience this lively city has to offer
- Experience the Giant's Causeway in the North and the Cliffs of Moher on the west coast
Come discover this rocky isle of rolling green hills, crashing ocean waves, music-filled pubs and a storied past.
Cost (all rates include airfare)
Double Occupancy : $7,399
Single Occupancy: $8,799
Triple Occupancy: $7,299
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| Come to the Informational Zoom meeting for Ireland! |
| https://udenver.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZMld-6rqjwvH9NwdDfvO0o4c6SznHeNJ6Bn |
| 07/31/24 4:00pm - 07/31/24 5:00pm US/Mountain |
| Join OLLI @ DU and our Collette representative for a presentation about the tour and to ask any questions. | | | |
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Colors of Cuba
March 2025
(8 days, 7 nights)
Friendly Planet
Discover Cuba in-depth on this exciting and educational 8-day journey to the once-forbidden island! Explore Havana, Cuba's colorful capital; Santa Clara, the country's cultural hub; the picturesque town of Trinidad, and one of the best-preserved colonial cities in Latin America; and Cienfuegos, the "pearl of the south." Cuba's culture is rich with contributions from its indigenous, African, and European roots. But above all, the people of Cuba are the island's greatest asset. They are friendly, welcoming, resourceful, and full of life. Spend your days meeting the wonderful locals as they teach you about photography, lead you in a private dance lesson, guide you through cooking a delicious Cuban meal, and more!
Highlights:
- Participate in a traditional Cuban cooking class experience
- Create Cuban cocktails in a hands-on, beach-side workshop
- Create your own pottery piece at Casa del Alfarero
- Step into Cuba’s world of dance with a private demonstration and lesson
- Visit an inclusive community project to experience performing arts in Cuba
- Learn about Cuban cigars through a rolling demonstration
- Explore Finca Vigía, Hemingway’s old home
This comprehensive program includes visas, flights, accommodations, daily breakfast, numerous lunches and dinners, guided touring, and an immersive itinerary packed with local interactions and hands-on experiences. You don't want to miss this opportunity to step inside the daily life of the Cuban people!
Pricing coming soon!
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The Civil Rights Movement:
Atlanta, Montgomery, Selma, Birmingham
Sept. 7 - 14, 2025
- Double Occupancy: $3,249
- Single Occupancy: $3,999
Join other Lifelong Learning Institute members from across the country as we journey south together into the heart of the civil rights movement where you will:
• Follow in the footsteps of the venerable Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. and his legendary march in 1965 from Selma to Montgomery, Alabama — now a National Historic Trail.
• Hear the moving story of Rosa Parks and the Montgomery bus boycott.
• Walk across the Selma Bridge with an activist who took part in this peaceful protest that devolved into “Bloody Sunday.”
During this eight-day program led by Road Scholar experts, you’ll learn how these catalysts ignited a movement that would define this pivotal moment in American history and discuss how they echo through the racial climate in America today.
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Please contact Christine Liptak (christine.liptak@du.edu) if you have a desire to travel anywhere in the world. OLLI @ DU is starting to make plans for our 2026 travel program and we would love your input. | |
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SUMMER OFFICE HOURS
During the summer months, OLLI staff relax and spend some time gearing up for the intensity of the academic year.
Our office hours beginning 6/10 and continuing through 8/1 are Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 9:00-2:00. Please understand that we will respond to you in a timely manner once the office reopens each week. Our Support Specialists are Dave Johnson (david.k.johnson@du.edu) and Mitra Verma (mitra.verma@du.edu).
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