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Celtic Classics on the Irish Sea: Round-trip Dublin Aboard Sea Cloud IIwith Melanie Holcomb, Curator, Department of Medieval Art and The Cloisters

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Celtic Classics on the Irish Sea Aboard Sea Cloud II

— Enjoy a private lunch and tour with the owners of Belfast’s BallywalterPark, a 19th-century mansion on a 1,200-acre estate, and admire its stately cast-iron dome, conservatory, and Victorian gardens

— Marvel at Brodick Castle on the Isle of Arran, the ancient seat of the Dukesof Hamilton, and view its collections of period furniture, porcelain, art, and sporting trophies; sparkling waterfalls and bathing pools; and gardens filled with rhododendrons

— Experience a specially arranged tour of Plas Newydd, a 14th-centuryWelsh estate, and explore its art collection including Rex Whistler’s landscape mural, one of the largest and most famous in Britain

— Stroll around the lily ponds and buzzing wildflower meadows at Bodnant, a 19th-century Welsh estate in the Snowdonian foothills

— Join the owners of Gwydir Castle in Wales for a private tour, andhear the extraordinary story of this Tudor house’s ongoing restoration.Learn how, in 1921, media magnate William Randolph Hearst bought and removed the castle’s 17th-century dining room interiors, which were recovered from a warehouse in The Metropolitan Museum of Art in 1996 Interior, St. David’s Cathedral, Wales

Trip Highlights

Dear Members and Friends of The Metropolitan Museum of Art,

The coastlines of the Irish Sea are dotted with ports that lead to extraordinary homes and castles, sprawling estates where nobles and landed gentry have resided for centuries. Join me next summer aboard Sea Cloud II as we sail between charming towns in Ireland, Northern Ireland, Wales, and the archaeologically rich isles of Arran and Man. This cruise will offer wonderful opportunities to share my interest in how medieval art dovetails with sea travel.

On this one-week voyage, we will be welcomed to private ancestral homes surrounded by flower-filled terraces, manicured lawns, and miles-long trails that meander around colorful gardens, gleaming ponds, and stoic woodlands. We will spend time with the esteemed owners who maintain these country houses, admiring their museum-quality collections of art and artifacts on private tours. From medieval Brodick Castle on the Isle of Arran to the 19th-century estate of Bodnant in Wales, we will have access to an exclusive window into a bygone era of aristocratic luxury. But these homes are not mere relics of the distant past. They are living, evolving sites where owners continue legacies with innovative landscaping and horticulture.

An optional prelude in lively Dublin is available to explore its museums and historic sites. We will enjoy this cruise in the company of members of the National Trust for Historic Preservation, the Royal Oak Foundation, and the alumni associations of Harvard, Yale, and Smith College. Cabins on the classic, three-masted Sea Cloud II will fill quickly, so I encourage you to book soon.

I am so excited to be joining you on my third trip to this region as a Met lecturer and my third aboard this classic ship. I hope to see you on this beautiful summer sea expedition.

Sincerely,

Melanie HolcombCuratorDepartment of Medieval Art and The Cloisters

Traveling with YouMelanie Holcomb

Melanie Holcomb is Curator in the Department of Medieval Art and The Cloisters at The Metropolitan Museum of Art, where she’s worked since 1999. She is a specialist in the luxury arts of the Middle Ages with a particular interest in the arts that merge sea travel and trade. An alumna of Smith College and the University of Michigan, she was co-organizer of the award-winning exhibition Jerusalem, 1000-1500: Every People Under Heaven (2016) and Jewelry: The Body Transformed (2018). She was guest speaker at The Met’s first TEDTalks conference in 2015.

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Photos clockwise from top right: Map of the region; Jubilee clock, Isle of Man; Titanic Museum, Belfast, Northern Ireland, photo courtesy of Northern Ireland Tourist Board; Fishguard Harbor and village; The Saloon, Plas Newydd, © ©National Trust Images/Andreas von Einsiedel; Ballywalter Park, Northern Ireland. Front cover: The standing stones at Machrie Moor, The Isle of Arran. Back cover: Sea Cloud II (top) and Brodick Castle, photo courtesy of Visit Scotland (bottom).

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An optional prelude in Dublin is offered from August 6–9, 2020.

Departure Saturday, August 8 Depart for Dublin on an overnight flight.

Dublin, Ireland Sunday, August 9Arrive in the Irish capital and take a tour of the city’s architectural landmarks before boarding Sea Cloud II. Enjoy a glass of champagne on deck as we sail out of the harbor. L, D

Belfast, Northern Ireland Monday, August 10 On a walking tour of revitalized Belfast, admire its rich Victorian and Edwardian architecture and see the city’s famous peace wall and vivid murals. Continue to the impressive Titanic Museum. Enjoy lunch during a visit to Ballywalter Park, a spectacular 19th-century mansion. See the conservatory, with an opulent cast-iron dome, and formal Victorian gardens. Tour the house and the surrounding landscapes with the owners, followed by tea. Return to Belfast in the late afternoon. This evening, join the captain for a festive welcome dinner. B, L,T, D

Brodick / Isle of Arran, UKTuesday, August 11 Be on deck this morning as the ship sails into the Firth of Clyde and anchors at Brodick, the largest village on the Isle of Arran. The island’s rich heritage dates back to the Stone Age, with standing stones and circles in Machrie Moor. Evidence of Arran’s history of feuds, battles, and complex politics can be found at Brodick Castle, the seat of the Dukes of Hamilton. Travel north to Lochranza, passing stunning hills

and mountains before arriving at the Isle of Arran Distillers, one of the few remaining independent distillers of single malt whisky on the island. Sip a relaxing dram while enjoying views of Brodick Bay and Goatfell Mountain. Return to the ship for lunch, followed by an afternoon lecture as the ship sails south along the Irish Sea. B, L, D

Douglas, Isle of Man, UKWednesday, August 12This morning, call at Douglas on the Isle of Man. Learn about the town’s Victorian history and architecture on a walking tour along the North Quay and its grand promenade. View the Jubilee Clock and Tynwald, the Isle of Man’s parliament. Journey through the island’s vibrant history with a visit to the Manx Museum, which houses everything from Viking treasures to 20th-century art and artifacts. In the afternoon, head inland to the ruined castle of Peel to discover its Celtic, Viking, and maritime past. Railway buffs can climb aboard a steam train for the scenic trip to Castletown. B, L, D

Day At SeaThursday, August 13Spend a day at sea, enjoying the amenities of Sea Cloud II as she sails for Holyhead. B, L, D

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Holyhead, Wales, UKFriday, August 14From Holyhead, travel overland to Lord Aberconway’s home and gardens at Bodnant, considered one of the finest Edwardian naturalistic gardens in the world. After lunch, continue to Plas Newydd, a National Trust property with period furnishings and lovely gardens. By special arrangement, the estate’s owners will guide us through their personal collections. Alternatively, enjoy an afternoon visit to Gwydir Castle, an ancient Welsh house situated in the beautiful Conwy Valley and regarded as one of the finest Tudor houses in Wales. Its restoration has taken over 20 years to complete and is still underway by its current owners. Return to Sea Cloud II before dinner tonight. B, L, D Fishguard, WalesSaturday, August 15From the port of Fishguard, visit evocative St. David’s Cathedral. Lavish decorations, corbels carved as human heads, and striking checkerboard stonework bear testament to the wealth and status of this medieval order of bishops. Admire the cathedral’s impressive great hall and the fantastic wheel in the east gable. Or opt to visit medieval Pembroke Castle. Sea Cloud II sails at lunchtime. Attend a lecture at teatime. Join the captain for a festive farewell dinner tonight. B, L, D Dublin / Return Sunday, August 16Disembark Sea Cloud II and transfer to the airport for flights home B

This itinerary is subject to change at the discretion of The Metropolitan Museum of Art and Arrangements Abroad. For complete details, please carefully read the terms and conditions at www.arrangementsabroad.com/terms.Chapel, Gwydir Castle, Wales

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Rates Include —Seven nights cabin accommodations aboard Sea Cloud II

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—Airport/pier/airport group transfer for all participants on suggested flights

—Enrichment program of lectures and talks

—Guided sightseeing by private motorcoach; entrance fees for all included visits

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Not included in rates International airfare; passport fees; personal items and expenses; airport transfers for those not on suggested flights; baggage in excess of one suitcase; trip insurance; optional prelude in Dublin; any other items not specifically mentioned as included.

Cruise Rates Cabin Decks Double Rate Single Rate Cabins 204 to 206 Cabin Deck $6,999 $8,499

State Rooms. Upper/lower twin berths, shower.

Cabins 207 to 210 Cabin Deck $8,999 $13,499Superior Cabins. Twin beds, shower.

Cabins 211 to 217 & 224 to 231 Cabin Deck $10,999 $16,499Deluxe Cabins. Twin beds, shower.

Cabins 218 to 223 Cabin Deck $11,999 $17,999Deluxe Cabins. Twin beds, shower.

Cabins 301 & 302 Promenade Deck $13,999 $20,999Deluxe Cabins. Twin beds, shower.

Cabins 303 to 319 Promenade Deck $15,999 InquireJunior Suites. Twin beds, bathtub with shower.

Cabins 401 & 402 Lido Deck $17,999 InquireOwner’s Suites. Queen-size bed, bathtub, and separate shower.

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LIDO DECK Sea Cloud II is a three-masted sailing yacht steeped in the elegance of yesteryear and complemented with the most modern amenities. Sister ship of the legendary Sea Cloud, Sea Cloud II has 47 outside cabins and travels under 23 billowing sails trimmed by hand. From her mahogany-paneled library and gracious lounge to the fitness area and watersports platform, no detail has been overlooked. Praised by the world’s most discerning travelers, Sea Cloud II receives consistent high rankings from Condé Nast Traveler. Passengers enjoy open seating at all meals. A doctor is on call 24 hours a day. Please note: Sea Cloud II does not have an elevator.

Lido Deck (left), Deluxe Cabin on Cabin Deck (right)

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