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Travel Newsletter     Europe - James Baldwin once said, "I met a lot of people in Europe. I even encountered myself." Europe has a special connection with the U.S. – the history, the romance, the arts, the common heritage. Whether it’s the history of Greece, a Parisian cafe, the art of the Italian Renaissance, or, perhaps, the home of your ancestors, Europe offers wonderful travel experiences: Greece - Walking the streets of Athens, and visiting the inspiring Parthenon takes you back to the birth of western civilization. Visit the playground of Plato, Aristotle, Homer, and Hippocrates. Hot sun, azure seas, and an active nightlife conspire to bring you the ultimate vacation, let the gods of ancient Greece capture your imagination.... I know they've captured mine. France - Known for its shopping, Paris exudes fashion at every turn, from the trend-setting fashions in the shops on Rue Etienne Marcel and Place des Victoires, to the better known emporiums of Haute Couture. Paris’ most famous smile, could it be that she’s contemplating replacing her black dress with a more fashionable statement? Visit Mona Lisa where she resides at the Louvre. She alone is worth the trip. Italy - In Florence and Rome, Michelangelo, da Vinci, and Raphael vied with one another to create perfection in art. Raphael exerted tremendous influence over European artists with his Vatican frescoes. Michelangelo's magnificent Sistine Chapel is a monument to his painting, sculpture, and architecture, and da Vinci's Last Supper in Milan, leaves us questioning: did he paint one of the 12 apostles as a woman? Ireland - It's said that Ireland, once visited, is never forgotten, and for once the blarney rings true. The Irish landscape, a velvet carpet of luminous green, conjures up mythical characters; leprechauns and elves. The air, laden with mist, may sometimes feel like an airborne sea, but you’ll find consolation and spirited camaraderie in a true Irish pub. "May you have warm words on a cold evening. A full moon on a dark night, And the road downhill all the way to your door." -- Kris

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Athens, Meteora and Santorini, Greece   Sit at the edge of a caldera, and experience the breathtaking views of Santorini. Where stark white buildings meet the cool blue of sea and sky. This select package is the best of both escorted and independent travel. 10 days/9 nights starting at $1650 per person, excluding air

Paris   The City of Lights, where magic and romance are always in the air. Each one of our hand selected honeymoon packages are tailored around Paris apartments. Choose from over 15 fully furnished properties, located in the heart of the most romantic city in the world. $2,690 Euros per week for two, excluding air

Art Cities of Italy   Visit the great works of Michelangelo, da Vinci, Raphael, Botticelli, Donatello, and more. This tour is a wonderful in depth introduction to Italy. Starting in Rome, going to Venice, Tuscany, Verona, Siena, Milan and the ancient castle town of San Marino. 7 days, 6 nights from 1173 Euros per person, excluding air

Dublin, Cork and Killarney, Ireland   Find your pot of gold in the people and places of Ireland. From cooking schools to spa treatments, country houses in Ireland are quickly evolving into a best of class travel experience. 6 nights from $1612 per person, excluding air

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