Travel and Culture
It is often said that travel broadens the mind. Whether you are an armchair traveller or are planning a trip our courses will unveil the secrets of some of the world's top destinations. So travel into WEA in the city or travel to your favourite chair at home and let the adventures begin.
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From Athena to Apollo - Travels in Ancient Greece
<p>We begin in Athens - whose art, monuments, and culture underpin many of the foundations of western civilisation - before exploring Olympia and Delphi (the latter, home to the most renowned oracle
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Robinson Crusoe Island - Myths & Reality
<p>Formerly called 'Más a Tierra', Robinson Crusoe Island is part of the Juan Fernández Archipelago which is part of Chilean territory. Historically the island gained notoriety after the legendary
...Robinson Crusoe Island - Myths & Reality
<p>Formerly called 'Más a Tierra', Robinson Crusoe Island is part of the Juan Fernández Archipelago which is part of Chilean territory. Historically the island gained notoriety after the legendary
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Discover the Balkans
<p>Discover the Balkan states that were previously parts of Yugoslavia. We will probe the history, geography, politics and economy but our main emphasis will be on the tourist’s perspective. Many maps
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Art Deco and More - Sydney CBD Walking Tour
<p>When we think of Sydney, the first things that spring to mind are often the magnificent harbour, our unique Opera House and the mighty Harbour Bridge. But often unnoticed is its wealth of beautiful
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Sacramento and Northern California
<p>On the way to California’s capital, Sacramento, we visit the ancient Muir Woods, the wild north coast, a gold rush town and a Russian Fort. Then to Sonoma, where the early Californians staged their
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The Twisted Rocks Walking Tour
<p>The Rocks is the oldest neighbourhood in Australia, filled with buildings from 1815 on, all bearing witness to a varied, quirky, story-rich past. Join us exploring these winding paths, discovering
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A Voyage to the Spice Islands
<p>Follow the first Portuguese voyage to the Spice Islands of Eastern Indonesia in 1512 and a voyage by modern adventurers five hundred years later in 2012. Learn about these island of Eastern
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Japanese for Travellers
<p>This short intensive course will enable you to understand and be understood on your tourist or business trip away. You will be able to greet people, make simple transactions, order food, ask for
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Victorian and Federation Sydney - Sydney CBD Walking Tour
<p>The story of the founding of colonial Sydney is well known, but what is less well known is the Victorian and Federation period, where the city we know today really took shape. Between 1850 and 1900
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Travel & Coffee - Jerusalem: Romans, Crusaders & Moslems
<p>We make the pilgrimage to Jerusalem. The most contested city on earth is also one of the most fascinating. This is the heart of the Holy Land, where the Jews raised the First Temple to keep the Ark
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