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		Dates December 3–16, 2005 Leaders Joe Van Os and José Delgado Fee $4,995 from Granada, Spain Deposit $400 Limit 16 Terms and Conditions The rich history of southern Spain and its architectural legacy would make the incomparable Andalusia region a fabulous photographic destination all by itself. But when you tally up the rugged scenery of the Cadiz Mountains, the delightful Costa del Sol on the Mediterranean, numerous picturesque whitewashed villages hanging precipitously above isolated valleys, delicious Andalusian cuisine and friendly people of the lower Iberian Peninsula, the sum is significantly greater than its parts. Andalusia is often regarded as quintessential Spain—the birthplace of flamenco, bullfighting and the Spanish guitar. This area contains 60% of all the protected environments in Spain—including some of the country’s most famous national parks: Doñana and Sierra Nevada—plus mainland Spain’s highest summits, the rainiest region and Europe’s driest deserts. Like punctuation marks between these natural treasures lie the picturesque white villages. Surrounded by pastoral farmland and crowned by thirteenth century Moorish outposts, these ancient hamlets grace the landscape with a timeless beauty. Granada is the highlight of any visit to Spain and features prominently in our shooting schedule. Albayzin, Granada’s fascinating old Arabic quarter, the Sacromonte caves where the mixture of Moorish and Gypsy influences combined to create flamenco, and the formidable Alhambra Palace juxtaposed against the backdrop of the snowcapped Sierra Nevada summits, are the stuff of fairy tales. In many Spanish towns, the medieval architecture is beautifully illuminated at night. And a night visit to the Alhambra is a magical photographic experience that no photographer should miss! Twilight and night photography will be an important part of this trip. Special instruction will be given to obtain the proper exposure for these difficult to read situations. An hour’s drive from Granada, the Costa del Sol shoreline still harbors quaint and off-the-beaten-track fishing villages, the remainder of the paradise that was replaced with an endless succession of tourist resorts in the 1950s. We’ll seek out and photograph these ageless old-world backwaters and create images that conjure up the nostalgic ambiance of yesteryear. Escape winter’s doldrums with this special opportunity to photograph the richness that is sunny southern Spain. With plenty of time to capture each location in the best light, you will create a diversity of imagery that will be both stimulating and fulfilling. Join us on the southernmost tip of the Old Continent. With expert leadership, wonderful accommodations, and a small group of enthusiastic people with a compelling common denominator, this trip will offer many highlights to tempt your shutter finger! Day 1 Depart home. Day 2 Arrive in Granada. We meet in our hotel for dinner. (D) Day 3 We’ll make our first photos of the Alhambra this morning, then explore the historic areas of Granada. At sunset we’ll capture the Alhambra from the viewpoint at St. Nicolas. (BLD) Day 4 Morning brings distinctive light to photograph the winding streets and markets of Albayzin. In the evening we’ll return to the Alhambra. (BLD) Day 5 We shoot the unspoiled white villages—including Gualchos, Motril, Salobreña and Frigiliana—starting high in the mountains and ending at the sea on the famous Costa del Sol. (BLD) Day 6 Sunrise at Lacalahorra (Spain’s last castle) begins our day. We drive to Sierra Nevada National Park and its picturesque white villages of Quesada and Iruela. The Paloma Pass will offer great views of a patchwork of olive groves far below. Sunset will be at the village of Cazorla. (BLD) Day 7 We drive the southern edge of the park stopping at Lanjaron, Pampaneira, Capileira, Bubión and Trévelez. (BLD) Day 8 Ronda is our final destination today, photographing the unusual karst formations of Torcal de Antequera at sunset.  (BLD) Day 9 We have the full day to photograph the Renaissance and Moorish palaces, as well as the monuments and bullring, in Ronda. (BLD) Day 10 Our focus shifts to the villages surrounding Ronda—Zahara de la Sierra, Grazalema, El Bosque and Montejaque. (BLD) Day 11 More unspoiled villages of the Costa del Sol capture our imagination today, including Gaucín (the watchtower of the southern Sierras with views of the Moroccan coast) and Spain’s most beautiful village, Casares. (BLD) Day 12 Continue along the Costa del Sol to Ojén, Mijas and Yunquera. (BLD) Day 13 We slowly journey back to Granada. (BLD) Day 14 Depart for home. (B)

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