The Grand Tour: Culture, Curiosity, and the Making of the Modern Traveller (also online) – GI 26 129
9 October 2026 @ 10:00 am - 12:15 pm BST
Tutor: Lorraine Spindler, BA Hons, Dip Euro Hum
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Step into the world of aristocratic travel, where young Europeans set out across the continent to be educated by experience, art, and adventure. We explore this extraordinary tradition from its origins in the 17th century to its legacy in modern tourism.
Rich in stories, images, and discussion, this course brings to life a world of sketchbooks, guidebooks, and grand expectations. It reveals how travel became a transformative education—and how it still shapes the way we see the world today.
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