Florence, Greece and Vienna named Must-See Destinations for 2012





Both the New York Times and National Geographic Traveler Magazine agree: Greece, Florence, Italy and Vienna, Austria are among the world's must-see travel destinations for 2012 and Abbey Road has two summer programs that will take you to the heart of these celebrated destinations.

On our Western Civilization program, students spend 6 nights each in Athens, Rome, Florence and Paris. Tracing the origins of Western history through the mystic ruins of ancient Athens and towering monuments of Rome, students discover bustling markets and breathtaking views set to the backdrop of some of Europe’s most treasured historic sites. During guided visits to Florence and Paris’ most celebrated museums, the group is exposed to artistic treasures of the Renaissance, Baroque and Impressionist movements.

For an exceptional travel adventure to the crossroads of Eastern and Western European history, Abbey Road’s Modern Civilization program is not to be missed. Journey to Berlin, Prague and Vienna to experience firsthand the impact of the First and Second World Wars on modern European society and culture.

Under the leadership of Managing Director Dr. Arthur Kian (PhD Stanford University in International Relations and International Security), Abbey Road Programs is unparalleled in its commitment to student safety abroad. Visit us online to learn more about Abbey Road’s approach to student safety.