Through the Strait of Gibraltar — known in antiquity as the Pillars of Hercules — to the “crossroads of civilization” in Israel and the Middle East, the Mediterranean is home to some of the world’s oldest cultures and timeless treasures. With so many opportunities for new discoveries, Road Scholar’s renowned experts are waiting to share the stories and legends that have shaped western civilization for millennia. With warming weather and longer days, spring is the perfect time to explore this region!