S PLANNING THE PERFECT VACATION S
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Italy’s waiting. On the previous pages we’ve tried to give you a flavor of her exclusive appeal and many attractions; a sense of the varied beauty of the land and its remarkable regions; a glimpse of the myriad artistic, cultural and historic influences that remain to be enjoyed there.
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The Italian Travel Promotion Council (ITPC) represents a broad range of member companies, each of which has exceeded the highest industry standards for customer service, quality, reliability and price/value satisfaction. While each company specializes in one or more forms of travel, they are all committed to assisting you in planning the Italian vacation of a lifetime. Travel with confidence and style. The choice is yours! Start by determining which kind of travel you enjoy the most. Type A — Carefree
Type C — A Little of Both
Prefer to concentrate on seeing and experiencing the country? Try a fixed schedule approach with daily itineraries such as an Escorted Tour by motor coach; mostly all-inclusive with a full-time escort, available year-round. Rates vary based on the season, length of stay, accommodations and destinations. Special interests such as food & wine, archaeology, religion and sports often fall within this category.
If you enjoy some structured touring with the flexibility to discover independently, a Hosted Tour may just be the answer. Generally includes airfare and transfers, accommodations, group sightseeing tours in each destination, some meals – and plenty of free time as well. Next, explore the following alphabetical list of Italy specialists to find the vacations closest to your personality and style.
AMERICA’S ITALY SPECIALISTS Allegro Tours
BellaVista
Italy is our expertise. For over twenty years, Allegro Tours has been a leader in customizing group and individual cultural travel to Italy. Whatever your interest, Allegro Tours can design a complete program for you. Our vast knowledge and leadership in the travel industry guarantees an outstandingly sophisticated tour, made easier and more affordable than you can imagine.
Mediterranean Tours Specializing in group and individual travel arrangements, including escorted and semi-escorted tours and independent excursions. Our thorough destination knowledge and commitment to personalized service lets BellaVista Tours arrange any desired itinerary from budget to deluxe, including the following services:
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Choral-performing tours Orchestra-performing tours Opera Art tours Academic tours Leisure tours Food & wine tours Garden tours Senior citizens leisure weeks Students cultural tours Private minivan and English-speaking driver for small groups
Call your travel agent today, or contact us directly: 877-566-1998 www.allegro-tours.com
Type B — Independent If you love exploring on your own, choosing your own destinations and accommodations, then a custom-designed Independent Tour, FIT or villa vacation works best for you. Airfare, car rentals, rail, ferry tickets and even access to special venues such as concerts or wineries can all be incorporated to meet your timetable and budget.
“As the Italians say, good company in a journey makes the way seem shorter.” Izaak Walton
Auto Europe Italy a la carte – with one call Auto Europe, a leader in European car rental services, can arrange all your transportation needs in Italy. • Over 300 car rental locations • Largest selection of prestige & sports car models from Ferrari to Lamborghini • Chauffeur-Driven service in all major cities • From Executive Sedans to Limousines • Coach, Business Class & First-Class Airfare from all major cities in the USA • Package Savings combining rental with Air or Hotel; over 300 properties throughout Europe • GPS & Cell Phone Rentals Contact your travel agent or call: 800-223-5555 www.autoeurope.com
Hotel accommodations throughout all regions of Italy Sightseeing, with private guides if desired Transfers, car and villa rentals Train tickets & rail passes — authorized Trenitalia agent Land only arrangements or with air service from major US gateways to Italy and beyond.
877-723-0802 www.bellavistatours.com
Brendan Worldwide Vacations More Choices, More Places Our fully escorted tours, locally hosted vacations and independent “City Breaks” are tailored to show you the Italy of your dreams in confidence, convenience and comfort. In business for 37 years, Brendan knows Italy intimately: the scenic highways and back roads, castles, hotels, museums and historic sites and cities, the islands of the Tyrrhenian Sea. Whatever you seek in this marvelous country, we have the vacation for you. • Locally hosted vacations from 8-11 days. Including Rome, Florence & Venice • Escorted vacations from 8-16 days. Including Rome, Sorrento, Florence, Tuscany, Pisa, Milan & Sicily • Independent City Breaks. Explore Milan, Sorrento, Rome, Florence, & Venice For reservations contact your local travel agent or call: 800-421-8446 www.brendanvacations.com