The NIU Alumni Association offers travel opportunities each year to exciting destinations. Travelers are usually accompanied by a Northern Illinois University professor, alumni staff and local tour guides who have specialized knowledge in the geographic area or cultural aspects of the tour. All trips are open to the public. For information on the NIU Alumni Association Travel Program, call (815) 753-1512 or e-mail alums@niu.edu.
June 19 - 29, 2008
Russian History and Nordic Mystery
St. Petersburg, Moscow, and Helsinki
This touring itinerary introduces you to the rich history of Moscow and St. Petersburg, Russia’s capital and its major industrial port, and to the intriguing mystery of Helsinki, the capital and largest city in Finland.
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July 16 - 27, 2008
Alaskan Adventure
If you are looking for scenic beauty, Alaska delivers in every way. This travel program combines land and cruise together to give you majestic mountains, lush forests and magnificent national parks.
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September 19-28, 2008
Hidden Treasures of the Dalmatian Coast: Croatia and Slovenia
Explore Dalmatia's ruggedly beautiful, island-dominated shoreline from Dubrovnik in southern Croatia to Ljubljana, the capital of Slovenia.
More information about the Dalmatian Coast trip
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October 22-29, 2008
Discover the French Riviera
Discover this Mediterranean paradise complete with elegant coastal resorts, superb dining, fascinating museums, and fabulous shopping.
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December 27, 2008 - January 4, 2009
Hawaiian Escape
Warm trade winds and a traditional Hawaiian “Aloha!” await you on this three island touring itinerary.
The islands of Maui, Hawaii and Oahu offer a vast diversity of landscapes, natural beauty and attractions.
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