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WASHINGTON, DISTRICT OF COLUMBIA

Spies, Lies and Intelligence: The Shadowy World of International Espionage

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Itinerary for May 20 — May 23, 2012

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Type: Hotel

 Contact info:
2020 Jefferson Davis Highway
Arlington, VA 22202 USA
phone: 703-920-8600
web: www.radisson.com/arlingtonva

Room amenities: Guest room features: 245 Newly Renovated Guest Rooms; Refrigerators / Microwave Ovens / Coffee Makers/Hair Dryers / Irons & Ironing Boards; Sleep Number Beds (You can choose the firmness of your mattress); Work Desk Area with 2 phones; Web TV; Cable TV

Facility amenities: The hotel offers a wide range of amenities and facilities to hotel guests including the following: Complimentary High Speed in the rooms; Wireless Internet Access available in Lobby & Meeting Space Areas; Complimentary 24 hour shuttle to and from Reagan National Airport; Complimentary Shuttle to the Pentagon and Crystal City Metro Station; Complimentary Business Center Including Computers with Internet Access, Fax, and Photocopier; Outdoor Roof-Top Pool; Well-Equipped Fitness Center; Exceptional Dining in Bistro 2020 serving Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Room Service.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: N/A
Please call the hotel main line at 703-920-8600 and explain that you are with the Road Scholar group. Depending on availability, a special rate may be available.

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day One: Sunday, May 20 - Arrival/Orientation 
Arrive To: Arrive at hotel between 3:00-5:00 PM and get settled before dinner.

Dinner: Dinner at hotel from 6:00-7:00 PM.

Evening: Orientation - overview of program's schedule, introductions, and some fun games, 7:00-8:30 PM.

Lodging: Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport

Meals Included: Dinner
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Type: Hotel

 Contact info:
2020 Jefferson Davis Highway
Arlington, VA 22202 USA
phone: 703-920-8600
web: www.radisson.com/arlingtonva

Room amenities: Guest room features: 245 Newly Renovated Guest Rooms; Refrigerators / Microwave Ovens / Coffee Makers/Hair Dryers / Irons & Ironing Boards; Sleep Number Beds (You can choose the firmness of your mattress); Work Desk Area with 2 phones; Web TV; Cable TV

Facility amenities: The hotel offers a wide range of amenities and facilities to hotel guests including the following: Complimentary High Speed in the rooms; Wireless Internet Access available in Lobby & Meeting Space Areas; Complimentary 24 hour shuttle to and from Reagan National Airport; Complimentary Shuttle to the Pentagon and Crystal City Metro Station; Complimentary Business Center Including Computers with Internet Access, Fax, and Photocopier; Outdoor Roof-Top Pool; Well-Equipped Fitness Center; Exceptional Dining in Bistro 2020 serving Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Room Service.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: N/A
Please call the hotel main line at 703-920-8600 and explain that you are with the Road Scholar group. Depending on availability, a special rate may be available.

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Two: Monday, May 21 - Introduction to Espionage/D.C Spy Tour/Polygraph Lecture/Movie and... 
Introduction to Espionage/D.C Spy Tour/Polygraph Lecture/Movie and Presentation

Breakfast: Breakfast at hotel.

Morning: Start off the morning with an introduction on the history of espionage. Then, board the bus and get a full city Spy Tour which will familiarize you with important spy events and their locations. Hear about famous spy cases from experts and find out which ones remain unresolved.

Lunch: Lunch at Union Station.

Afternoon: Presentation at the hotel with John Sullivan, a retired CIA Polygraph Examiner. Delve into specific cases from John’s long career, and learn how conducting the test is as much of an art as it is a science. Hear how psychology plays an integral role in a successful polygraph program, and discuss the role of polygraph testing in the context of todays’ ever evolving intelligence community.

Dinner: Dinner at the hotel

Evening: Watch the movie "Breach" and then hear from Dr. Bob Stephan about what was right and what was wrong in the movie.

Lodging: Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
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Type: Hotel

 Contact info:
2020 Jefferson Davis Highway
Arlington, VA 22202 USA
phone: 703-920-8600
web: www.radisson.com/arlingtonva

Room amenities: Guest room features: 245 Newly Renovated Guest Rooms; Refrigerators / Microwave Ovens / Coffee Makers/Hair Dryers / Irons & Ironing Boards; Sleep Number Beds (You can choose the firmness of your mattress); Work Desk Area with 2 phones; Web TV; Cable TV

Facility amenities: The hotel offers a wide range of amenities and facilities to hotel guests including the following: Complimentary High Speed in the rooms; Wireless Internet Access available in Lobby & Meeting Space Areas; Complimentary 24 hour shuttle to and from Reagan National Airport; Complimentary Shuttle to the Pentagon and Crystal City Metro Station; Complimentary Business Center Including Computers with Internet Access, Fax, and Photocopier; Outdoor Roof-Top Pool; Well-Equipped Fitness Center; Exceptional Dining in Bistro 2020 serving Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner, and Room Service.

Smoking policy: No
Smoking policies vary by facility. During all group events and activities, smoking is prohibited.

Elevator: Yes

Additional nights before: N/A
Please call the hotel main line at 703-920-8600 and explain that you are with the Road Scholar group. Depending on availability, a special rate may be available.

Check in time: 3:00 PM

Day Three: Tuesday, May 22 - International Spy Museum - Operation Spy/National Cryptologic... 
International Spy Museum - Operation Spy/National Cryptologic Museum/Final Dinner/Reconnaisannce Lecture

Breakfast: Breakfast at hotel

Morning: Visit the National Security Agency's Cryptologic Museum wher you will discover how codes are broken and explore their abundant collections.

Lunch: Lunch at the Gordon Biersch Restaurant

Afternoon: Take a field trip to the International Spy Museum and explore the wonderful exhibits. View their secretive collections from all over the world.

Dinner: Final dinner

Evening: Listen to a lecture by retired CIA agent John Bessette and learn about how classified information is collected and how it is used.

Lodging: Radisson Hotel Reagan National Airport

Meals Included: Breakfast, Lunch, Dinner
Day Four: Wednesday, May 23 - Program Conclusion/Presentation on Current Intelligence Issues 
Breakfast: Breakfast at hotel.

Morning: Learn about how intelligence is used in current terrorist issues and other dilemmas affecting our nation and global security. Conclude the program with a wrap-up and good-byes.

Meals Included: Breakfast


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Washington, DC
Arlington National CemeteryArlington National Cemetery, our nations most treasured burial ground, is home to more than 285,000 honored dead. Among the thousands of white headstones are the graves of President John F. Kennedy, Supreme Court Justice Thurgood Marshall, world champion boxer Joe Louis and the Tomb of the Unknowns. Free.
For additional information, visit: www.arlingtoncemetery.org
Corcoran Gallery of ArtWashington DC’s oldest art museum presents the art of our times and of times past. The museum is internationally renowned for its collection of American art as well as European paintings and sculpture
For additional information, visit: www.corcoran.org
Ford's TheatreAs a living tribute to Abraham Lincoln's love of the performing arts, Ford's Theatre presents plays and musicals underscoring multi-culturalism and highlighting the eclectic character of American life.
For additional information, visit: www.fordstheatre.org
George Washington's Mount Vernon Estate and GardensExplore George Washington's estate overlooking the Potomac River and discover 45 acres of family fun, including hands-on activities, special tours, river cruises, farm animals, shopping, dining, and more. Open every day!
For additional information, visit: www.mountvernon.org
National MallA splendid green park area extending approximately two miles from the U.S. Capitol to the Lincoln Memorial. Lining either side of the park near the Capitol are 200-year-old American elm trees, several of the Smithsonian Institution museums, National Archives, National Gallery of Art and U.S. Botanic Gardens.
For additional information, visit: nps.gov/nama
Smithsonian MuseumsExplore the many Smithsonian Museums around the National Mall, including the American Indian Museum, Freer and Sackler Galleries, Natural History Museum, and more.
For additional information, visit: www.si.edu/
Washington Visitor's BureauVisit this website to get a full overview of the many activities and cultural opportunities Washington, DC has to offer.
For additional information, visit: www.washington.org
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