Expert Tour Leaders
Of the many features that set the travel programs of Scholarly Sojourns in a class by themselves, perhaps the most intricate is the caliber of the experts who lead our tours. Each of our sojourns are led by a renowned scholar or genuine expert in their field. Most often this means a sitting professor from a noted college or university. Many are widely published authors whose expertise is frequently sought by major media organizations such as The History Channel, CNN, and The New York Times. Our sojourn leaders are the difference between going on just another tour and taking part in an absolutely unparalleled learning experience. These dedicated, committed, and passionate teachers design the entire scholarly program of each sojourn and personally invest themselves in making sure you have an unmatched learning experience. No other tour organizer can claim to have the distinguished leaders that Scholarly Sojourns brings you. Far from being merely guides, our expert leaders have devoted their professional lives to researching and understanding the subject matter of the tours they lead. While they may all come from different disciplines, they all share three enduring characteristics: knowledge, passion, and experience. These virtues combine to ensure you have and unforgettable vacation and the travel experience of a lifetime.
Paul Remfry is arguably one of the greatest castle scholars of our era. He is a meticulous researcher who has spent over 30 years studying medieval history, genealogy, and architecture. Learn More»
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Michael Drout
Professor of English
Director of the Center for the Study of the Medieval
Wheaton College
Michael Drout is a distinguished medievalist and philologist who specializes in Old English. His research in this area has earned him numerous accolades from the academic community. Learn More»
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“We were somewhat apprehensive to try an organized tour, but this experience was phenomenal.”
Barbara B. | Annapolis, MD
Ronnie Berri, is a Whisky Ambassador for the Scotch Whisky Experience, a fully-accredited Scottish Blue-badge Guide, and an Independent Whisky Consultant. Learn More»
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Aurzelle earned a Master in Medieval Art History at the University of Poitiers with a specialization in Plantagenet Art and her research on the subject has been published. Learn More»
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“ The expert guide Paul Remfry was superb; quite knowledgeable and informative, he really added a tremendous amount to the trip. I would give Scholarly Sojourns a five star recommendation”
Bob F. | St. Louis, MO
David Raybin is Distinguished Professor Emeritus of English at Eastern Illinois University. Prof. Raybin holds a Ph.D. in comparative medieval literature from Columbia University. The main focus of his teaching and scholarship is the writings of Chaucer, with occasional forays into medieval French literature. Learn More»
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For over a decade Sebastian Sauer has been on the cutting edge of Germany’s craft beer scene as a respected independent brewer, consultant, and expert on the history of German beers. Learn More»
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“We seemed to get special treatment everywhere we went. This made a good tour a fabulous tour!”
Richard H. | Myrtle Beach, SC
Dr. Megan Lewis is a South African-American theatre historian and performance scholar whose research explores the staging of national identity, gender, and race in a variety of performance media. Learn More»
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Thomas F. Madden
Professor of History
Director of the Center for Medieval and Renassaice Studies
St. Louis University
Thomas F. Madden is Professor of History and Director of the Center for Medieval and Renaissance Studies at Saint Louis University. He is a recognized expert on pre-modern history, frequently appearing in such venues as the New York Times, Washington Post, USA Today, National Public Radio, the Discovery Channel, and the History Channel.media. Learn More»