[img_inline align=”right” src=”http://padnws01.mcmaster.ca/images/china_travel.jpg” caption=”Images of China”]Alison McQueen, associate professor of art history and Luke Chan, associate vice-president, International Affairs are taking their expertise and enthusiasm for their areas of study to the world.

The McMaster Alumni Association has announced two exclusive travel opportunities next spring, “Spotlight on Rembrandt – Holland 2006” and “Many Faces of China” each with carefully crafted itineraries and unique enrichment programs for the McMaster community.

Discover why Conde Nast Traveller states alumni organizations are one of “the best sources of guided luxury tours that explore remote regions and their cultures in depth”. The enrichment that these hosts add to the trips create truly unique opportunities for interested travellers.

Come out to learn more about these great trips by attending one of the Travel Information Sessions.

Many Faces of China

Departure: May 14 – 29, 2006

with special host, Luke Chan

Tuesday, Nov. 1st 7-8:30 p.m.

West Room, Alumni Memorial Hall

Spotlight on Rembrandt – Holland 2006

Departure: April 22 – April 29, 2006

with special guest lecturer & host, Alison McQueen

Wednesday, Nov. 2 6 p.m. (Herman H. Levy Gallery open for viewing)

Reception 7-8:30 p.m. Presentation

McMaster Museum of Art

RSVP for the Travel Information Sessions to: Anne-Marie Middel, alumni officer, Services & Benefits at 905525-9140, ext. 27255, toll-free 1-888-217-6003 or at middel@mcmaster.ca.

Trip highlights:

Spotlight on Rembrandt – Holland 2006

April 22- 29, 2006

From $4,729 with air

In 2006, the Dutch celebrate one of their, and the world's, treasures – 17th century painter, Rembrandt van Rijn, marking 400 years since the artist's birth. McMaster's own Alison McQueen will share her expertise and passion for Rembrandt, providing travellers with an extraordinary insight into this Dutch master while taking in special exhibits in Amsterdam and Leiden; the two cities in which Rembrandt lived and worked. Visits will also be made to The Hague and Delft. Canal cruises, fine dining, garden and city tours will round out a delightful, and enlightening stay in Holland.

Many Faces of China

Departure: May 14-29, 2006

From $3,980 + air

Many Faces of China will take you to Beijing, Dunhuang, Tong Li, Shanghai, Kunming, Lijiang and Hong Kong where you will explore beyond the 'must see' highlights to more intimate locales and hidden gems. You won't find a better host than Chan for entertaining and enlightening commentary along the way. To view the detailed itinerary, and for a look at the first class accommodations you'll be enjoying, visit Tour East Many Faces of China.

For brochures, or more information, contact Anne-Marie Middel, at 905-525-9140, ext. 27255 or e-mail middel@mcmaster.ca. For the full 2006 alumni travel program, visit Services & Benefits – Alumni Travel.