A once-in-a-lifetime experience: the National Review 2005: British Isles Cruise.Join NR's 50th Anniversary Sailing July 10-21 on Crystal Cruises' stunning Symphonywith WILLIAM F. BUCKLEY JR., ROBERT BORK Robert Heron Bork (born March 1, 1927) is a conservative American legal scholar who advocates the judicial philosophy of originalism. Bork formerly served as Solicitor General, acting Attorney General, and circuit judge for United States Court of Appeals. , PAUL JOHNSON Paul Johnson may refer to:
Lowry regularly appears on the Fox News Channel, including on The O'Reilly Factor and Hannity and Colmes , KATE O'BEIRNE Kate O'Beirne is the Washington editor of National Review. Her column, "Bread and Circuses," covers Congress, politics, and U.S. domestic policy. O’Beirne was a regular contributor on CNN's Saturday night political roundtable program, The Capital Gang , JAY NORDLINGER, JOHN O'SULLIVAN and DAVID PRYCE-JONES visiting historic LONDON/DOVER, WATERFORD, DUBLIN, LIVERPOOL, BELFAST, EDINBURGH, & ST. PETER PORT Join us on the National Review 2005 British Isles Cruise, an exceptional luxury voyage helping mark the 50th anniversary of your favorite conservative magazine. Featuring top conservative celebrities, and a truly spectacular itinerary--London/Dover, Waterford, Dublin, Belfast, Liverpool, Leith/Edinburgh, and St. Peter Port (on the Isle of Guernsey)--this special trip will take place July 10-21, 2005, aboard Crystal Cruises' stunning 5-star Crystal Symphony. If ever there was a once-in-a-lifetime opportunity, this is it! Alongside NR founder William F. Buckley Jr. for eleven days of conservative revelry Revelry Revenge (See VENGEANCE.) Reward (See PRIZE.) Bacchanalia festival in honor of Bacchus, god of wine. [Rom. Religion: NCE, 203] Boar’s Head Tavern scene of Falstaff’s carousals. [Br. Lit. and superior cruising will be Robert Bork, the acclaimed jurist A judge or legal scholar; an individual who is versed or skilled in law. The term jurist is ordinarily applied to individuals who have gained respect and recognition by their writings on legal topics. jurist n. and legal scholar; Peggy Noonan, author, columnist, and commentator supreme; Norman Podhoretz and Midge Decter, the authoritative social critics and essayists The following is an abbreviated list of essayists, arranged alphabetically by last name (years of birth and death, if applicable, and country of birth, are noted in parentheses). Note: An individual's country of birth is not always indicative of his or her nationality. , Paul Johnson, the acclaimed historian; David Pryce-Jones, NR Senior Editor and renowned Middle East expert, as well as National Review Editor Rich Lowry, Washington Editor Kate O'Beirne, Managing Editor Jay Nordlinger, National Review Online maestro Jonah Goldberg, and Editor-at-Large John O'Sullivan (now running the very influential quarterly, The National Interest). The National Review 2005 British Isles Cruise launches July 10 from Dover, home of the famous White Cliffs. There you will board the luxurious Crystal Symphony and depart for ten full days of unrivaled cruising, visiting the most must-visit ports in Europe. Ahead lie the beautiful Irish ports of Waterford, Dublin, and Belfast, historic Liverpool in England, enchanting Edinburgh in Scotland--where, as our gift, you will enjoy a free and delightful Highlights of Edinburgh tour (including a sumptuous lunch at a traditional Scottish restaurant)--and charming St. Peter Port on Guernsey. The top reason the "typical" NR cruiser sails with us (again and again!) is to attend the seminar sessions featuring our guest speakers and editorial all-stars. On the National Review 2005 British Isles Cruise, six scintillating scin·til·late v. scin·til·lat·ed, scin·til·lat·ing, scin·til·lates v.intr. 1. To throw off sparks; flash. 2. To sparkle or shine. See Synonyms at flash. 3. panel sessions are planned: We'll discuss current events, the War on Terror This article is about U.S. actions, and those of other states, after September 11, 2001. For other conflicts, see Terrorism. The War on Terror (also known as the War on Terrorism , U.S.-European relations, inside-the-Beltway politics, and so much more. On deck for these lively affairs (where there's always plenty of time for Q & A) are a tremendous cast of knowledgeable, authoritative, and, yes, very entertaining conservatives: [check] No one provides a more unvarnished look at American jurisprudence than Robert Bork. His take on the Supreme Court is second to none! [check] We're ecstatic that Norman Podhoretz and Midge Decter--the renowned husband-wife team whose influence on numerous matters is too deep to describe--will be sharing their thoughts on this A+ trip! [check] The same goes for the revered commentator Peggy Noonan, who will be providing her refreshing and thoughtful views on the culture and key American figures. [check] Esteemed historian Paul Johnson offers an unmatched analysis of current events--he sees them in the sweep of centuries and millennia. [check] David Pryce-Jones is an unsurpassed Middle East expert. His take on radical Islam, and its consequences for Western society, is chilling--you must hear it. [check] And then there is Bill Buckley, the founder modern conservatism. Spending eleven glorious days visiting the British Isles with him and NR's editors--Kate O'Beirne, Rich Lowry, Jay Nordlinger, Jonah Goldberg (it's great he'll be joining us!), and John O'Sullivan--while discussing pressing concerns is the perfect way to celebrate the half-century mark of the brazen fortnightly fort·night·ly adj. Happening or appearing once in or every two weeks. adv. Once in a fortnight. n. pl. fort·night·lies A publication issued once every two weeks. WFB WFB Warhammer: Fantasy Battle (game) WFB World Fellowship of Buddhists WFB Wells Fargo Bank WFB William Frank Buckley (founder and editor of National Review Magazine) WFB WorkFlow Builder founded in 1955! In addition to the seminars, there is all the hoopla hoop·la n. Informal 1. a. Boisterous, jovial commotion or excitement. b. Extravagant publicity: The new sedan was introduced to the public with much hoopla. 2. and fun and revelry that marks an NR voyage: This trip will feature three wonderful cocktail receptions (always a great opportunity to talk directly with our guest speakers and get a photo or two or ten taken with them), two late-night, pool-side smokers (a worldclass H. Upmann cigar, a snifter of cognac, new friends, delightful conversation--this is the life!), and finally, on at least two nights, intimate dining, over a gourmet meal, with our editors and guest speakers! And then there is the ship, the Crystal Symphony--with so many amenities, so much luxury, so many programs and ways to have the best eleven days of your life! That's exactly what you'd expect of Crystal: For the ninth year running it has been voted the "World's Best Large-Ship Cruise Line" by the authoritative readers of Travel + Leisure magazine. The National Review 2005 British Isles Cruise is sure to be one of our best seafaring experiences ever. You must join us as we celebrate NR's 50th anniversary year--with William F. Buckley Jr., Robert Bork, Peggy Noonan, Norman Podhoretz, Midge Decter, Paul Johnson, Kate O'Beirne, David David, in the Bible David, d. c.970 B.C., king of ancient Israel (c.1010–970 B.C.), successor of Saul. The Book of First Samuel introduces him as the youngest of eight sons who is anointed king by Samuel to replace Saul, who had been deemed a failure. PryceJones, Rich Lowry, Jay Nordlinger, Jonah Goldberg, and John O'Sullivan--traveling to Ireland, Scotland, and some of the most desired spots on the historic British Isles. With only five cabins remaining available, you'll be shut out if you don't sign up immediately: Call toll-free 1-800-707-1634 to reserve a stateroom state·room n. A private cabin or compartment with sleeping accommodations on a ship or train. stateroom Noun 1. a private room on a ship 2. , or for more information (or to apply online) visit www.nrcruise.com. See you next July on the National Review 2005 British Isles Cruise!
11 EXCITING DAYS & NIGHTS ADD UP TO A ONCE-IN-A-LIFETIME EXPERIENCE!
DAY/DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART
SUN/July 10 Dover (from London) 6:00 PM
MON/July 11 AT SEA
TUES/July 12 Waterford 8:00AM 6:00PM
WED/July 13 Dublin 8:00AM 6:00PM
THURS/July 14 Liverpool 7:00AM 8:00PM
FRI/July 15 Belfast 8:00AM 10:00PM
SAT/July 16 AT SEA
SUN/July 17 Edinburgh 8:00AM
MON/July 18 Edinburgh 6:00PM
TUES/July 19 AT SEA
WED/July 20 St. Peter Port 8:00AM 5:00PM
THURS/July 21 Dover 7:00AM
DAY/DATE SPECIAL EVENT
SUN/July 10
MON/July 11 morning & afternoon seminars
evening cocktail reception
TUES/July 12
WED/July 13 lat-night H. Upmann smoker
THURS/July 14 evening cocktail reception
FRI/July 15
SAT/July 16 morning & afternoon seminars
evening cocktail reception
SUN/July 17 overnight
MON/July 18
TUES/July 19 morning & afternoon seminars
late-night H. Upmann smoker
WED/July 20 evening cocktail reception
THURS/July 21
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