Episode Transcript
[00:00:01] A cruise this summer from Athens to Venice Interested? Written by Bart Ehrman Read by Ken Teutsch I'm happy to announce another trip I'll be doing come summertime, June 5th through 14th, 2025, a cruise that goes from Athens to Venice. Want to come? It's an unusually good itinerary to some incredible spots, and I'll be lecturing and hanging out with everyone who comes. Here is what I have to say about it in the brochure.
[00:00:29] This summer I will be giving lectures on a cruise to some of the most gorgeous places on the planet, starting and ending with two of the amazing cities in the world, Athens and Venice, and stopping along the way in spots I've long been eager to see, including coastal villages and towns of Montenegro and Croatia. Are you interested in joining me? Europe, Greece and the coast of Montenegro and Croatia is incredibly rich in ancient and medieval art, scenery and charming towns and villages. For the voyage, we will be tracing the storied coastline through the Aegean, Ionian and Adriatic seas, sailing from the heart of the classical world, Athens, to the heart of the medieval Italian world, Venice. Leaving Athens, our first port of call is Monemvasia, on the southeastern coast of the Peloponnese, which serves as our gateway to the Byzantine town of Mystra, the first of four UNESCO World Heritage Sites along our way. Following a day of relaxation at sea, we enjoy a full day on the island of Corfu to immerse ourselves in the charms of this famous resort. Then, entering the Adriatic Sea, we devote three days to exploring the rich history of the towns and villages of the Dalmatian coast, including the Montenegrin port of Kotor and the Croatian towns of Zadar, Rovingh and Porche, before ending our journey in La Serenissima, the most serene Republic of Venice. Our vessel for this cruise, Explora 1, launched in 2023, is equipped with the most advanced safety and environmentally responsible technology available and is designed to maximize luxury in a relaxed, informal and friendly environment. The emphasis throughout is on comfort, wellness and extraordinary culinary experiences. The smallest of the all suite staterooms is 377 square feet, including a private balcony. The extensive wellness facilities include multiple indoor and outdoor exercise spaces, four heated pools and a large spa. Dining options available in six different restaurants range from cuisines from Europe to East Asia. My lectures on the tour will be called the Difference Christianity Made. They will be closely connected to my forthcoming book, which will not be published yet, which deals with how Christianity changed Greek and Roman society, sometimes in surprising and unexpected ways. When not lecturing, I'LL be spending my time with all of you who come having interesting discussions, thinking deep thoughts, answering questions, luxuriating in the splendor and enjoying fantastic food and drink. Sound good? Check out the brochure as you'll see. If you want more information, have questions or want to reserve a spot, call thalassa journeys at 866-633-3611 or email reservationshalassajourneys do.
