Travel and history have long been joined at the hip. Traveling to experience places and activities that authentically represent the stories and people of the past and present is defined as “heritage tourism” and is considered one of the fastest growing segments of the industry, according to THE American Bus Association. This equates to an annual expenditure of $171 billion. Examples of heritage tourism activities include visiting a museum or historic house, tasting local food, or attending a festival.
Travelers who want to pursue their passion and immerse themselves in history have the opportunity to travel on a wide range of international and domestic tours with HISTORY Travel. Each trip is led by historians and experts, approved by the History channel, which provide on-site thematic information and historical commentary at each destination. Their expertise provides crucial context, helping each traveler connect their individual experiences to the broader historical picture.
HISTORY Travel offers unique offerings including exclusive access to locations and activities to enable unique experiences. Additionally, to prepare travelers for their upcoming trips, the travel brand shares comprehensive pre-departure information and a suggested reading list.
HISTORY Travel is created and managed by an educational travel provider, Academic trip abroadwhich curates travel experiences for intellectually curious adults who delve beneath the surface, access the authentic and avoid the touristy.
Some upcoming trips include:
Visit the historical remains of ancient Greece.
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Stroll the streets of ancient Delphi, discover the cliff-top monasteries of Meteora, and admire the legendary Spartan battlefields of Thermopylae. Along the way, meet local archaeologists and farmers.
* The road to Antietam and Gettysburg
A five-day trip from Washington, DC to Gettysburg, Pennsylvania will relive two of the Civil War’s fiercest battles: Antietam and Gettysburg. Learn how previous skirmishes set the stage for Union victories in these crucial battles. Dine at historic inns that have hosted presidents and military leaders. Meet local historians to learn about military strategy and to help you put these critical battles into context.
About historians
- Darius Aryaleading historian of the Glories of Ancient Greece
- Krewasky A. Salterleading historian of the Remembrance of the Great War
- Marcello Belliniexpert director of the Medici in Florence
- Dennis Fryehistorian at the head of The Road to Antietam and Gettysburg
Travelers should be able to walk three kilometers.
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Trips have a maximum group size of 25 people. They are big enough to meet new people from diverse backgrounds, but small enough to be able to address everyone by their first name. Are you planning to travel alone? There are always a good number of solo travelers on these trips, and they are welcomed with open arms. Group meals typically take place at medium to large tables, and tour organizers ensure that everyone is included in the conversation.
Travelers must be in good health and able to walk up to three kilometers (with stops) over uneven terrain and climb stairs without assistance. In city centers, groups attempt to move from place to place on foot due to traffic restrictions and also in line with their commitment to environmental sustainability. Every effort will be made to accommodate any special dietary requests, such as low salt, vegetarian or vegan.
“Travelers are seeking more meaningful experiences, and HISTORY Travel allows adventurers to connect more deeply with people and places in unique destinations,” says Lance Still, senior vice president, Consumer Businesses, A+E Networks. “Providing expert historical context to these tour packages is a new way to engage our target audience, and also extend the brand to curious history buffs.” History Channel is a uniquely trusted source that consumers can rely on to create a special connection to history through journeys like these.
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