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Whistler / Blackcomb has over 200 trails, 16 bowls, 3 glaciers, 37 lifts and are connected by the Peak 2 Peak Gondola. Both Mountains offer a variety of terrain for the beginner, intermediate as well as the advanced skier/ snowboarder. Also, both Mountains have runs 7 miles long, top to bottom!!
Combined these mountains are the largest skiable areas in North America. The resort base elevation sits at a comfortable 2,142 feet which means you won’t have to deal with altitude sickness if you’re coming from a lower elevation or from seal level.
Whistler has a pedestrian-only Village and offers a free shuttle throughout so getting around is a breeze. Whistler has endless restaurants, more than 200 stores for shopping, spa therapies and even a movie theatre!
Whistler Blackcomb was host to the 2010 Winter Olympics delivers a consistent snow cover for almost 200 days a season and has consistently been rated the number one ski resort in North America. You’ll thoroughly enjoy traveling toWhistler Blackcomb by bus along beautiful Sea-to-Sky Highway which is about two and a half hours away from Vancouver.
Sunday:
Arrive Vancouver Airport before 3 Pm if possible to allow time for baggage pickup, and shuttle to our hotel.
7:00 Meet for group orientation and Included dinner.
Monday:7-10 AM Full Hot Breakfast. Included
8:00 Rent or Pick Up Pre Ordered Skis
10:00 Meet for group skiing
12:30 Meet for Lunch Location TBD
4:00 Happy Hour!
7:00 Meet for dinner. Location TBD. Included
Tuesday:
7-10 AM Full Hot Breakfast
10:00 Group skiing or venture out with friends earlier
12:30 Meet for Lunch Location TBD
4:00 Happy Hour & Hot Tub/Pool!
7:00 Meet for dinner. Location TBD. Included
Wednesday:
FREE DAY OR optional Ski Extra Day
7-10 AM Full Hot Breakfast
6:30 “On your own dinner” Meet in hotel lobby for multiple dinner options
Thursday:
7-10 AM Full Hot Breakfast
10:00 Group skiing or venture out with friends earlier
12:30 Meet for Lunch Location TBD
4:00 Happy Hour & Hot Tub/Pool!
6:30 “On your own dinner” Meet in hotel lobby for multiple dinner options
Friday:
7-10 AM Full Hot Breakfast
10:00 Group skiing or venture out with friends earlier
12:30 Meet for Lunch Location TBD
4:00 Happy Hour & Hot Tub/Pool!
7:00 Meet for dinner. Location TBD. Included
Saturday:
Travel Day
7-10 AM Full Hot Breakfast Buffet
Note:
Alcohol is not included with dinners or Happy Hours
Restaurants & Menu Choices Can Vary With Group Size
Deposit $500 (non-refundable) is required to reserve your space. Balance is due 60 days before your Singles Ski Vacation begins.  |
Venice, like all other regions in Italy, has its own food specialities. Cookery holidays to Venice and the Veneto region offer a wonderful opportunity to explore the culinary traditions of the region. Obviously, due to the proximity to the sea, there are a large selection of seafood dishes to choose from. Not only is the lagoon known for its fresh seawater dishes, there are also an interesting number of inland fresh fish dishes. Preserving fish either by marinating them or keeping them in salt water was a very common technique that still continues to this day.
Our portfolio of villas are spread throughout the Veneto region, close to towns such as Conegliano and Treviso. You will be surrounded by the quiet nature of the woodlands, pastures and rolling hills; a perfect idyllic escape from the everyday life. Enjoy full use of the villa's pool and beautifully manicured gardens, perfect for relaxing and dining al fresco.
Benvenuti! Welcome to the Veneto! Our Flavours transfer will meet you at Marco Polo Airport upon arrival. Once you arrive at the villa, you can settle in, meet your host and enjoy welcome drinks. Dinner tonight at the villa, prepared by your chef.
After breakfast you will have your first hands-on cookery lesson with the chef, followed by lunch. In the afternoon you’ll have the afternoon to relax before dinner at the villa.
Following breakfast, our transfer will collect the group and take you to Venice. Here you will have the day at your leisure to wander around this stunning city. Whether you choose to explore the mysterious passageways by foot or float along the maze of canals, Venice offers an abundance of stunning architecture and breath-taking views. Lunch will be at our favourite local Bacaro, sampling the city’s classic cicchetti. Later this afternoon, you will return to the villa for dinner.
After breakfast, we’ll head to Treviso to visit the Isolotto della Pescheria, Treviso’s famous fish market. There will be time to explore this fascinating walled town before travelling to a nearby vineyard for a Prosecco tasting and lunch. Later this afternoon, you will return to the villa for another hands-on cookery lesson with the chef, enjoying your dishes for dinner.
After breakfast, you will be cooking in the kitchen with your chef, followed by lunch. The afternoon is yours to relax at the villa, before dinner tonight, prepared by your chef.
This morning is your fourth cookery lesson, followed by lunch. The afternoon will be spent in the charming town of Conegliano. Explore the historic town centre before dinner in our favourite local trattoria.
After breakfast, you will have your final cookery lesson and lunch. Spend your last afternoon relaxing at the villa and in the evening, enjoy a special farewell dinner prepared by your chef.
After breakfast some time to pack before our transfer will collect you and take you back to Marco Polo Airport for your fight home. Arrivederci!
Cooking Vacation Price: $2,890 - 8 Days
| Date | Region | Description |
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| June 1 to June 8, 2024 | Venice | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| June 8 to June 15, 2024 | Venice | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| September 28 to October 5, 2024 | Venice | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
| October 5 to October 12, 2024 | Venice | 8 Days, 7 Nights- $2,350 per person |
5 cookery lessons with our lovely local chef, Antonio.
Private, en-suite accommodation in our Puglian villa.
Day trips to local towns such as Lecce, known as the 'Florence of the South'.
All meals and wine, including 2 meals at a local restaurant
Escape to the Scottish Highlands for five days of painting and relaxation amid the stunning landscape of Aberfeldy. Enjoy the best food Scotland has to offer and sample a dram or two of the water of life – whisky! You’ll be inspired by the Scottish scenery in your daily painting lessons, with the opportunity to walk to the nearby town to take it all in as well.
Your Accommodation in the Highlands
You’ll stay in a luxurious Highland lodge, overlooking Aberfeldy and with sweeping views of the River Tay. With 5.5 acres of exclusive grounds to explore, and a wood-fired hot tub, this is the perfect place to escape to the stunning Scottish Highlands.
Fàilte gu Aberfeldy! You will arrive at your luxurious Highland lodge where you can settle in, meet your host and Painting tutor and enjoy a traditional afternoon tea with welcome drinks. You then have time to explore the lodge and the stunning surrounding 5.5 acres of land. Join your fellow amici for pre dinner drinks and a traditional Scottish dinner this evening at the lodge.
Begin the day with breakfast at the lodge with your fellow Amici, this morning you have your first sketching and painting session with your tutor. This will include discussing the course outline, aims and expectations and getting started. In order to draw, the artist must “see” and your teacher will get you “seeing” and drawing with some practical exercises in the beautiful 5.5 acres of the Highland lodge, looking out onto Loch Tay. The session will be followed by lunch prepared by your chef. The afternoon is yours to continue sketching and painting, or to relax in the lodge. Dinner will be at a traditional Scottish restaurant where you can enjoy local produce.
After breakfast, our driver will pick you up for and we will head to the shores of Loch Lomond for a special cruise. You will sit back and enjoy the sights of this stunning Loch with your sketch book. We then head off to a local restaurant for lunch. In the afternoon you will return to the Estate where you will use your sketches as inspiration for your next painting lesson. Dinner will be at the estate.
Begin the day with breakfast at the lodge with your fellow Amici. This morning after breakfast, you will develop your watercolour and drawing skills in another painting session with your tutor. Later in the afternoon, you will be enjoying a tour of a famous whisky distillery along with tasting some of their wonderful whisky. We return to the house where we’ll have an exhibition of your artwork to the group and enjoy a Scottish-style farewell dinner. Slàinte!
After breakfast, you have time for one last wander round the grounds of the lodge and any last minute packing before our drivers come to collect you and take you back to Edinburgh Airport or Edinburgh Waverley station. Haste ye back!
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This is Scottish landscape at its best! The banks of Loch Lomond have inspired many a creative and even has a song about its beauty. Come and join us on our 5 day Painting Holiday and develop your creativity in a truly stunning location. Your tutor will inspire you to develop your painting skills whilst enjoying the best food and drink Scotland has to offer thanks to our local chef.
Your Accommodation on the banks of Loch Lomond
You’ll stay in an exclusive Estate which has a subtle blend of the modern and the traditional not to mention the best views of Loch Lomond in the area. With lots of indoor and outdoor space and breathtaking views of the Loch, this is the perfect destination for our taster break. The rooms are all ensuite and uniquely designed for comfort and views of the loch.
Fàilte gu Loch Lomond! You will arrive at your stunning loch side Estate where you can settle in, meet your host, chef and tutor and enjoy a traditional afternoon tea with welcome drinks. You then have time to explore the estate and the stunning surrounding acres of land. Join your fellow guests for pre dinner drinks and a traditional Scottish dinner.
After breakfast, you’ll have your first painting lesson with your Tutor. We welcome absolute beginners or those seeking to get back into the joy of painting. This mesmerising loch lies in the heart of the Loch Lomond & The Trossachs National Park You will have a full day to capture the essence of this stunning location and Loch. Lunch and dinner will be served at the estate cooked by your very own chef.
After breakfast, our driver will pick you up for and we will head to the shores of Loch Lomond for a special cruise. You will sit back and enjoy the sights of this stunning Loch with your sketch book. We then head off to a local restaurant for lunch. In the afternoon you will return to the Estate where you will use your sketches as inspiration for your next painting lesson. Dinner will be at the estate.
After breakfast, you’ll spend your final day painting at the Estate and its amazing grounds. Lunch will be at the estate. In the afternoon, you will prepare for a mini painting exhibition with your tutor and then you will enjoy a Scottish-style farewell dinner. Slàinte
After breakfast, you have time for one last wander round the grounds of the Estate and any last minute packing before our drivers come to collect you and take you back to Glasgow Airport or Glasgow Central station. Haste ye back!
| Date | Region | Description |
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| August 8 to August 12, 2022 | Loch Lomond | 4 Days, 5 Nights- $2199 per person |
This unique hidden resort is know as Colorado’s “last great ski town”. This quaint resort is part of the Epic Pass and is very welcoming with smaller crowds a charming town as well as providing an “old school” feel. Accommodations at the luxurious Elevation Hotel and Spa will definitely not disappoint our singles ski guests. You will enjoy ski in ski out at this slope side hotel that lends itself to fun apre ski moments with spacious and comfortable rooms.
With Crested Butte having 1,547 skiable acres it’s a sure fit for every skier’s ability level with easily navigated terrain. Of course the outdoor fire pits and hot tubs make for easy comfortable social encounters to gain lifelong friendships. The historic town is just a short shuttle bus away and offers plenty of restaurants and fun window shopping. Elk Avenue also offers plenty of cafes and saloons frequented by the locals. Single ski will help you make the most of this resort with our fun loving groups!
Deposit $500 (non-refundable) is required to reserve your space. Balance is due 60 days before your Singles Ski Vacation begins. |
This new Epic Pass addition to Singles Ski comes after many years of popular demand. With epic runs Park City Mountain boasts 7300 acre of skiable terrain with the 2 separate base areas of Park City Mountain Resort and the former Canyons Resort. There’s limitless variety of this world renowned powder mountain for beginners to advanced riders. Our stay which is at the Peaks Hotel offers guests spacious rooms, an on-site restaurant, lounge, on-site ski rentals as well as amenities such as ice skating, hot tubs, a pool and a well equipped gym. This makes the Peaks Hotel an ideal spot for your singles ski vacation. With only a 10 minute shuttle service Park City and close by Deer Valley Resort (Deer Valley is a separate pass and not part of the Epic Pass) makes for a convenient variety of mountains for single skiers who want to visit these high class mountain destinations.
Enjoy the luxurious nightlife of iconic Park City with the hotel shuttle or the local bus having a stop directly outside of our hotel. Stroll up and down this main street at one of the best known ski towns in America with newly formed friendships that happen that very quickly as you are amongst like minded guests.
Sunday:
Arrive SLC Airport before 4 Pm if possible to allow time for baggage claim and shuttle to our hotel.
7:00pm Meet for welcome party Included
Monday:
7-9 AM Full Hot Breakfast Served at the Hotel Restaurant. Included
9:00 Rent or Pick Up skis right in our Hotel!
12:30 Meet for Lunch Restaurant TBD
4:00 Happy Hour Hotel Bar
7:00 Meet for dinner Hotel Included
Tuesday:
7-9 AM Full Hot Breakfast Served at the Hotel Restaurant.Included
9:00 Head to the mountain!
12:30 Meet for Lunch Restaurant TBD
4:00 Happy Hour. Location TBD
7:00 Meet for dinner Hotel Included
Wednesday:
FREE DAY, Rest up, ski an extra day or go shopping!
7-9 AM Full Hot Breakfast Served at the Hotel Restaurant. Included
“On your own Dinner”
Thursday:
7-9 AM Full Hot Breakfast Served at the Hotel Restaurant. Included
9:00 Head to the mountain!
12:30 Meet for Lunch Restaurant TBD
“On your own Dinner”
Friday:
7-9 AM Full Hot Breakfast Served at the Hotel Restaurant. Included
9:00 Head to the mountain!
4:00 Happy Hour Hotel Bar
7:00 Meet for Farewell Dinner Hotel Included
Saturday Departure Day:
Sad Saturday…
7-9 AM Full Hot Breakfast Buffet Served at the Hotel Restaurant. Included
Note:
Alcohol is not included with dinners or Happy Hours
All locations are subject to change
Deposit $500 (non-refundable) is required to reserve your space. Balance is due 60 days before your Singles Ski Vacation begins. |
Our singles ski week to Big Sky has become one of our most popular annual ski vacations. Big Sky Ski Resort pictured above is now the combination of Big Sky, Moonlight Basin & Spanish Peaks all joined in the last few years with a common lift ticket and interchangeable lifts. Big sky is a perfect destination for our season closer ski week. The last week in March has historically brings huge snow often the best each year. Our week have averaged 24? of snow the last few years NOT to mention the 3 year March snowfall average of 93? onto of an already existing base. This past season we had almost 70? see chart! This is ideal for real snow hounds and even beginners who like to land soft. A perfect way to close out the season
Collectively Big Sky has just under 6000 inbound skiable acres. Some of the best lift served terrain in the world. Before the merger you just couldn’t ski the whole resort in a week…. now it’s just impossible. Our perfect Western Singles Ski Week Destination!!
Big Sky + Moonlight Basin + Spanish Peaks = a most special western vacation for all skiers regardless of your level of ability. We can’t say enough.. with the largest skiable acres anywhere in the continental US there are an incredible number of slopes for everyone. From steeps to easy glades this resort has the most to offer.
For the serious ski vacation enthusiast our Big Sky Singles Ski Week is as good as it gets. It’s a ski paradise considered by many to be the best & largest combined resort in the world. Regardless of your level of ability this mountain combination will have more trails, more lifts, more bowls, more glades and maybe even more snow than anywhere else you’ve been.
Add to that mix a spectacular 5 star ski in/ski out hotel located 20? from the two main lifts, incredible food and a bunch of upscale singles to explore and enjoy it all with and you will see why this is such a great week. This will be out 9th consecutive year visiting Big Sky and that is not an accident. Best of all our package this year includes 4 dinners, 6 gourmet breakfast buffets & 4 lift tickets.
Sunday ARRIVAL DAY!
Arrival and check-in. (The Summit Hotel – Rooms Available Late Afternoon)
7:00p Orientation Meet & Greet Included Light Dinner, Pizza & Salad
Monday Ski Big Sky
6:30-9:30a Included Full Hot Buffet Breakfast
8:30 Meet in Lobby to go to Ski Shop to pick up Rentals
10:00 PROMPT DEPARTURE Meet at Swift Current Lift (Mt Tour for Group)
12:30p Lunch at Big Sky Mountain Mall
3:30p Happy Hour Hotel Bar (Summit Hotel)
Meet 7:00p Lobby Included Dinner
Tuesday Ski Moonlight Basin
6:30-9:30a Full Hot Included Buffet Breakfast
10:30 Meet at Main Lift Big Sky (Mt. Tour for Group)
12:30p Lunch at Madison Lodge
3:30p Happy Hour & Hotel Bar
Meet 6:00p Included Dinner
Wednesday OPTIONAL DAY
6:30-9:30a Full Hot Included Buffet Breakfast
Free Day – No Planned Activities
7:00 Meet in Lobby – Break into Small Groups for Various “on your own”Restaurants.
Thursday Ski Big Sky
6:30-9:30a Full Hot Included Buffet Breakfast
1230p Lunch at either Big Sky Mall or Madison Lodge
“On Your Own” Dinner
Friday Ski Big Sky
6:30-9:30a Full Hot Included Buffet Breakfast
1230p Lunch at either Big Sky Mall or Madison Lodge
3:30p Happy Hour & Hotel Bar
7:00p Farewell Dinner at Hotel
Saturday DEPARTURE
6:30-9:30a Full Hot Included Buffet Breakfast
NOTE:
Alcohol is not included with meals or Happy Hours.
Meals subject to change with group size.
Our events are private and only available to group members.
Big Sky Singles Ski Package Includes:
Deposit $500 (non-refundable) is required to reserve your space. Balance is due 60 days before your Singles Ski Vacation begins. |
January 16, 2021 - January 22, 2022
Shared Room: $2,495
Private Room: $3,295
Pre Trip Night: $450
(Pre Includes Hotel, Lift, Resort Fees, Tax & Breakfast)
Join us this winter for our fifth annual luxury singles ski vacation to Telluride, Colorado. This is our most inclusive and high-end trip, The Peaks Resort and Spa defines classic luxury and enjoys a full five star rating. This is the quintessential ski in/out luxury ski hotel with all the amenities one could ask for on vacation. A ski concierge meets you as you ski into the hotel’s slope side entrance takes your ski’s and boots and stores them until the next morning where you find your heated boots waiting for your day on the slopes. This magnificent property is located in Telluride’s upper mountain village adjacent to the main lifts, dining and shops. Our singles group package includes most meals so there is no need to search for fun places to eat or friends to dine with.
The Peaks is world famous for its huge 5-floor, 42,000 square ft. Spa, with 30 treatment rooms, an indoor water slide, multiple hot tubs and indoor & outdoor heated pools. The spa has a full gym with the latest in sports exercise equipment daily yoga, a variety of exercise classes, an indoor climbing wall and gender specific steam rooms, saunas and Roman Tubs. Many guests plan their Telluride vacations at the peaks just to spend time at the spa which is a destination unto itself.
The town of Telluride is considered by most to be one of the most picturesque of all the ski towns with the towering Rocky Mountains just steps away.
Join us Sunday evening 7pm for our Welcome Reception.
7:00 Included Welcome Light Dinner Buffet (Sliders, Salad, Pizza etc)
Best to arrive in Montrose in the early afternoon so you will have plenty of time to travel to our hotel and relax before our orientation. We will have a light dinner and presentations by the resort and our singles host. This is the perfect opportunity to meet our other single guests and learn about our week events.
7:00 Included Hot Breakfast Buffet
9:30 Meet at hotel ski exit for a private group tour of the mountain. We have arranged for approx. 1:10 guides per 10 guests.
12:30 Lunch Goronno’s
4:00 Meet @ Hot Tub/Pool/Slide for a Soak and Beer
7:00 Meet for Cocktails @ Included Dinner @ Tom Boy Tavern (American)
7:00 Included Hot Breakfast Buffet
12:30 Lunch Tracks in the Base Village
4:00 Meet @ Hot Tub/Pool/Slide for a Soak and Beer
7:00 Meet Hotel Bar @ Included Buffet Style Dinner
7:00 Included Hot Breakfast Buffet
Optional Snowmobile, Try HeliSki, Spa Day for Visit Lower Village
6:30 Meet in Lobby to Break Into Group for Various Restaurants
7:00 Included Hot Breakfast Buffet
12:30 Lunch Goronno’s
4:00 Meet @ Hot Tub/Pool/Slide for a Soak and Beer
7:00 Meet for Included Dinner in Village at Talay, Asian Meal.
7:00 Included Hot Breakfast Buffet
12:30 Meet for Lunch @ Mt. Village Sandwich Shop
4:00 Meet @ Hot Tub/Pool/Slide for a Soak and Beer
7:00 Included Farewell Plated Dinner @ Hotel
7:00 Included Hot Breakfast Buffet
Travel Day
Restaurants & Menu Choices Can Vary With Group Size
We offer guaranteed same sex possibly same age room mate match for bookings made at least 21 days before departure. After that you must purchase a private room and if we find an acceptable match we will credit you back the singles supplement.
Deposit $500 (non-refundable) is required to reserve your space. Balance is due 60 days before your Singles Ski Vacation begins. |
Located only 90 minutes from Denver… Breckenridge attracts huge crowds on the weekends offering guests almost 3000 skiable acres, 34 lifts serving 197 trails & several fun bowls…This is a huge resort with incredible capacity and facilities to match. A real favorite for Denver locals who arrive for spectacular weekends of unlimited skiing. This is why Breckenridge is a very special destination resort… the mountain & facilities are big enough for the monster crowds who show up for weekend skiing but the Monday to Friday skiers reap the benefit of an empty resort.
Imagine – Sunday, as we arrive for our singles ski week the weekend crowds are packing for their ride home. We will have all this great resort has to offer for ourselves. Big Mountain Skiing, NO Lines, NO Crowds, High Season Snow = Just Acres of Fun
Our hotel is the famous Beaver Run is a ski in/ski out property located a few feet from the Beaver Run Super Chair with direct access to Peak 9.
This week is about big skiing at all levels, great dining, a perfect hotel adjacent to the snowline, private tours, mountain lunches, and a fun group of singles to enjoy it all with. Join us for our 5th consecutive year at Breckenridge Singles Ski Week.
NOTE: Guests Arriving Early Can Pick Up Pre Ordered Ski’s in Hotel Ski Shop @ Lobby
7 PM Welcome/Orientation Party – Hotel Meeting Room – Included Light Dinner
7-9 AM Breakfast Buffet Served at the Hotel Restaurant. Included Breakfast
9:00 AM Lobby Ski Shop to Pick Up Rentals
10:00 AM Departure for Mountain for Hosted Ski Tour by Ski School
12:30 PM Meet for Lunch Vista Haus
4:00 PM Meet Lobby Bar for Happy Hour
7:00 PM Included Dinner Hotel Private Dining Room
7-9 AM Breakfast Buffet Served at the Hotel Restaurant. Included Breakfast
12:30 Meet for Lunch Ski Hill Grill Located Bottom of Peak 8
4:00 PM Meet Lobby Bar for Happy Hour
6:00 PM Included Dinner Mi Casa Mexican Dinner
7-9 AM Breakfast Buffet Served at the Hotel Restaurant. Included Breakfast
Activity Suggestions:
Snowmobile Tour, Day Off/Rest, Extra Ski Day
7-9 AM Breakfast Buffet Served at the Hotel Restaurant. Included Breakfast
12:30 PM Meet for Lunch – Vista Haus Top of Peak 8
5:30 PM Meet at Sauce On The Maggie Early for Cocktails Before Dinner
6:00 PM Included Dinner Sauce On The Maggie Italian Restaurant
7-9 AM Breakfast Buffet Served at the Hotel Restaurant. Included Breakfast
12:30 PM Meet For Lunch – Vista Haus
4:00 PM Happy Hour – 4 Seasons Slope Side Hotel Bar
7:00 PM Included Dinner Hotel Private Dining Room
7-9 AM Breakfast Buffet Served at the Hotel Restaurant. Included Breakfast
Travel Day
NOTE:
Alcohol is not included with dinners
Restaurants & Menu Choices Can Vary With Group Size
Our events are private and only available to group members.
6 Nights Lodging @ Beaver Run (Ski in/out)
Arrive Sunday – 6 Nights – Depart Saturday
Directly Adjacent to Main Lifts
4 All Mountain Lift Tickets
Optional Wednesday Activities
Private Mountain Tour Hosted by Breckenridge Ski School
Included Meals:
……Daily Buffet Breakfast (6)
……Sunday: Welcome Reception with Salad & Potato Bar
……Monday: Buffet Dinner @ Hotel
……Tuesday: Mexican @ Mi Casa ( A Breckenridge Favorite)
….. Thursday: Italian Dinner @ Sauce On The Maggie
……Friday: Hotel Plated Dinner @ Hotel
Room Mate Match for Singles
On Site Hosts
Discounts on Ski Rentals
Discount on CME Airport Transfers
Deposit $500 (non-refundable) is required to reserve your space. Balance is due 60 days before your Singles Ski Vacation begins. |
Visas are not required for US citizens. To enter Italy, a passport valid for at least three months beyond the length of stay is required by all nationals.
Currency in Italy: Euro
Currency exchange: Travellers cheques, cheques and foreign money can be changed at banks, railway stations and airports, and very often at major hotels (generally at a less convenient rate). Credit & debit cards: MasterCard, Diners Club and Visa are widely accepted, but many small establishments - shops and restaurants only accept cash. It is advisable to ask merchants if they accept credit cards before trying to purchase items
Travellers cheques: Travellers cheques are accepted almost everywhere. To avoid additional exchange rate charges, travellers are advised to take travellers cheques in Euros, Pounds Sterling or US Dollars.
Italy is Central European Time (CEST).
6 Hours ahead of EST / 9 Hours ahead of PST
Electricity in Italy, as in the rest of Europe, comes out of the wall socket at 220 volts alternating at a 50 cycles per second. In the US, electricity comes out of the wall socket at 110 volts, alternating at 60 cycles per second. Not only the voltages and frequencies, but the sockets themselves are different. Italy's outlets are two (or three) round-prong socket. You can purchase these at Radio Shack or Brookstone.
The Amalfi Coast has a typically Mediterranean climate with long, hot summers where temps can reach 30C (86F) in the peak months of July & August. The average temp doesn’t usually dip below 23C (74 F)
One suitcase and an overnight bag are allowed – please check with individual airlines for weight limits.
* Comfortable sturdy shoes, tennis shoes with plenty of tread, sandals – we will be doing a lot of walking
* Please watch your money - have a money belt or pouch – Ladies a bag that you keep close
* Light, water-resistant jacket that will keep you warm on a cool evening or during a sudden downpour
* Pants/Shorts/Skirts/ long and short sleeved shirts – good for layering – hot days – cooler nights – Ladies skirts and sundresses are cooler than shorts.
* Tank Tops, Underwear, socks
* Shawl (Women) – great for cooler evenings, also can be skirt/sarong - if needed.
* Travel-size shampoo and conditioner, toothbrush and paste. Moisturizer – remember to pack in your suitcase – only 3 ounces or less allowed in carry-ons
* Contact lenses and/or extra pair of sunglasses
* Sunblock of at least 15 SPF – don’t forget the lips
* Hat for the sun / Water bottle / umbrella to keep sun away
* Camera – and charger – batteries – extra memory cards
* Cell Phone/camera/ computer chargers/adaptors.
* Hair Dryers – flat irons – don’t count on all hotels having them available when you want to use them
* Chargers and Adaptors for all your electronics
* Personal medications / Anti-itch cream for insects bites
* Pepto-Bismol for diarrhea, Throat lozenges, Aspirin/Ibuprofen, Antacid tablets
* Ear Plugs, Eye Mask (for light sleepers)
* Plastic bags (zip lock bags and a larger trash bag) to store wet things.
* Travel alarm clock or can use cell phone
* Notebook for traveling thoughts and addresses, pens, pencils
Nowadays it’s relatively easy to use your own mobile phone in Italy, however, the costs of both making and receiving phone calls can be high. Please check with your carrier for availability and rates.
Calling Italy from the United States explained:
011 - US exit code; must be dialed first for all international calls made from the USA or Canada
39 - Country Code for Italy
area code - 2 - 4 digits
phone number - 5 - 8 digits
There are several good outdoor markets, flea markets, and places to buy antiques in Rome. You'll find everything from antique housewares to secondhand clothing and music to original art, jewelry, posters, furniture, etc.
Shopping for ceramics on the Amalfi Coast is one of the real treats of exploring this gorgeous coastline in southern Italy’s Campania region. The Amalfi Coast is a vibrant landscape of pastel colored houses, steeply terraced gardens and rocky cliffs plummeting down to the Mediterranean Sea. Filling this scene with even more color and life are the brilliant ceramic shops you’ll find in each town along the Amalfi Coast. Ceramic lovers will find these tempting shop displays as irresistible as the gorgeous views of the coastline.
Food and wine is an integral part of the way of life on the Bay of Naples and the Amalfi Coast. The local cuisine is mainly Neapolitan and is famous for its use of tomatoes, lemons, fresh vegetables, red peppers and olives. You will find an abundance of world-famous specialties like pizza, pasta, the pastiera cake, buffalo mozzarella cheese and fresh Mediterranean seafood.
It is a cuisine that has retained its tradition of simple and quick preparation, without too much sophistication, in order to preserve the fragrance and flavours of the fresh ingredients.
* Do not carry a lot of cash, you will be able to stop at ATMs throughout our tour and credit cards are accepted almost everywhere
* Money – Debit/Credit cards - be sure to have your PIN numbers. – Call your banks and credit companies and let them know you are traveling.
* We do not advise to take Travelers Checks, they are hard to exchange
* A copy of your passport is always a good idea to leave with your emergency contacts
* Best Single Travel suggests that you visit your Doctor before your trip.
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