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Highlands Moms Latin Trip to Italy and Greece June 14 – 24 , 2016 Day 1, June 14, 2016 Depart Indianapolis Day 2 June 15, 2016 Florence We will arrive in Florence airport and meet our English speaking tour leader. We will transfer to our hotel. Depending upon our flight schedule, we will have a late breakfast or early lunch at the hotel upon our arrival. This afternoon, we will take a walking tour of the city with our guide. Florence is one of Italy's most enchanting cities, with some of the most famous art in the world. We will discover the historic centre of the city including the Ponte Vecchio, the imposing Duomo, elegant Uffizi Square, the renowned leather market and the Academia Gallery with Michelangelo’s David. Stroll along the timeless streets lined with chief architecture of the Middle Ages and the Renaissance, admire Florence in its continued glory and discover its hidden gems. Dinner tonight is on your own. Enjoy one of the many street cafes near our hotel. Overnight in Hotel in Florence. Day 3 June 16, 2016 Florence After breakfast in Hotel, we will walk to the Academia Gallery. The Gallery is particularly famous for its sculptures by Michelangelo: the Prisoners, the St.Matthew and, especially, the statue of David which was transferred here, to the specially designed tribune, from Piazza della Signoria in 1873. In the adjacent rooms, which were part of two former convents, important works of art were collected here in the 19th century from the Academy of Design, the Academy of Fine Arts and from suppressed convents.
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Highlands Moms Latin Trip to Italy and GreeceJune 14 – 24 , 2016

Day 1, June 14, 2016 Depart Indianapolis

Day 2 June 15, 2016 Florence

We will arrive in Florence airport and meet our English speaking tour leader. We will transfer to our hotel. Dependingupon our flight schedule, we will have a late breakfast or early lunch at the hotel upon our arrival. This afternoon, we willtake a walking tour of the city with our guide. Florence is one of Italy's most enchanting cities, with some of the mostfamous art in the world. We will discoverthe historic centre of the city including the Ponte Vecchio, the imposing Duomo, elegant Uffizi Square, the renowned leather market and the Academia Gallery with Michelangelo’s David.

Stroll along the timeless streets lined with chief architecture of the Middle Ages and theRenaissance, admire Florence in its continued glory and discover its hidden gems.

Dinner tonight is on your own. Enjoy one of the many street cafes near our hotel.

Overnight in Hotel in Florence.

Day 3 June 16, 2016 Florence

After breakfast in Hotel, we will walkto the Academia Gallery. The Gallery is particularly famous for its sculptures by Michelangelo: the Prisoners, the St.Matthew and, especially, the statue of David whichwas transferred here, to the specially designed tribune, from Piazza della Signoria in 1873. In theadjacent rooms, which were part of two former convents, important works of art were collected here in the 19th century from the Academy of Design, the Academy of Fine Artsand from suppressed convents.

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The holdings comprise mostly religious paintings by major artists working in and around Florence between the mid-13th and the late 16th centuries. The collection is especially important for its gold-ground paintings. In the first floor rooms is a sequence of splendid late-gothic polyptychs, complete inall their parts. There is also a collection of sculptures in plaster by the 19th-century sculptors LorenzoBartolini and Luigi Pampaloni, besides a section of Russian icons. Recently the Gallery has been further enriched by the important collection of old musical instruments from the Cherubini Conservatory.

After lunch on our own, we will visit the Uffizi Gallery. This is one of the most famous museums of paintings and sculpture in the world. Its collection of Primitive and Renaissance paintings comprises several universally acclaimed masterpieces of all time, including works by Giotto, Simone Martini, Piero della Francesca, Fra Angelico, Filippo Lippi, Botticelli, Mantegna, Correggio, Leonardo da Vinci, Raphael, Michelangelo and Caravaggio. German, Dutch and Flemish masters are also well represented with important works by Dürer, Rembrandt and Rubens.

Overnight in Hotel in Florence.

Day 4 June 17, 2016Florence, Pisa

After Enjoying breakfast in our hotelwe will be met by our tour leader andride the short distance to Pisa. Oncea maritime power to rival Genoa andVenice, Pisa now draws its fame froman architectural project gone terriblywrong.

But the world-famous Leaning Toweris just one of many noteworthy sightsin this compact andcompelling city. Students from acrossItaly still compete for places in its eliteuniversity andresearch schools. This endows thecentre of town with a vibrant andaffordable cafe and barscene, and balances what is an enviable portfolio of well-maintained Romanesque buildings,Gothic churches and Renaissance piazzas with a lively street life dominated by locals ratherthan tourists.

This afternoon, we will have free time in Florence for shopping and more exploration of this beautifulc city. Tonight we will meet for an included dinner.

Overnight in Hotel in Florence.

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Day 5 June 18, 2016 Florence, Siena,Rome

After breakfast, we will check out of our Florence hotel and drive to the unique city of Siena. Here wewill see the Basilica of S. Domenico, where therelic of the head of Europe's patron saint, S.Catherine, is kept, and the headquarters of thecenturies-old Monte dei Paschi Bank; we willwalk along the Corso or main street with its manyshops; in Piazza del Campo, we will learn about thePalio and its traditions and admire the Cathedral,majestic from the exterior andwith numerous masterpieces inside.

Lunch today is on your own.

We continue on our trip to Rome when we willcheck into our hotel.

Overnight in Rome.

Day 6 June 19, 2016: Rome

Enjoy breakfast at our hotel, and then meet our tour leader for a walking tour to discover the era thatchanged the face of Rome, the Baroque era. The itinerary begins at Trinità dei Monti. From thetop we will descend the legendary stairs of the Spanish Steps (the “scalinata”). Walking throughVia Condotti, we cross Piazza Colonna and proceed then to Piazza di Pietra, with the Temple ofHadrian and Piazza della Rotonda housing the unmistakable structure of the Pantheon (insidevisit).

We will enjoy lunch onown.

This afternoon, we willhave a guided tour of St.Peter’s square, includinga visit to the magnificentart galleries and thelegendary Sistine Chapel.

Overnight in hotel inRome.

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Day 7 June 20, 2016: Rome

Following breakfast in our hotel, our tour leader will take us on the Imperial Rome tour including Coliseum and Roman forum excursion. Our tour starts at the Arch of Constantine, the largest andone of the best preserved triumphal arches in Rome. From here our guide will take you insidethe Coliseum (skip the line entrance tickets), the most famous monument in the world and a

main symbol of Rome. After exiting the Coliseum, you will visit its surrounding monuments likeand the Palatine Hill with the Roman Forum Archaeological Area. This afternoon we will have some free time. We might want to add some additional sights in Rome or a special “fun” tour.

Tonight, we will include a special Roman dinner.Overnight in Rome.

Day 8 June 21, 2016: Rome, Athens

After breakfast in Hotel, we will check out of our hotel and transfer to the Rome airport for our flight to Athens. When we arrive in Athens, we will be met by an English speaking guide who will take us to check into our hotel. Depending on our flight times, we will probably only have time to walk to the Plaka area where we will have dinner on our own.

Overnight in Athens

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Day 9 June 22, 2016: Athens

After breakfast in our hotel, our guide will take us on an Athens city tour including visits to the Parthenon, the famous Acropolis, Temple of Athena Nike, Omonia Square, the Temple of Olympian Zeus and Hadrian’s Arch.Dinner tonight is on your own.

Overnight in Athens

Day 10 June 23, 2016: Delphi, Athens After breakfast in our hotel, we will depart for a full day tour to Delphi. Delphi in ancient times was considered the center of the known world, the place where heaven and earth met. This was the place on earth where man was closest to God. In Mythology, Delphi was the meeting place of two eagles, released by Zeus and sent in opposite directions. Where they met indicated the center of the earth. Delphi is known as the center of worship for the God Apollo, son of Zeus who embodied moral discipline and spiritual clarity. But even before the area was associated with Apollo there were other deities worshipped here including the earth goddess Gea, Themis, Demeter and Poseidon, the well known god of the sea. By the end ofthe Mycenaean period Apollo had displaced these other deities and became the guardian of the oracle. Delphi was to become a panhellenic sanctuary, where every four years, (starting in 776 BC) athletes from all over the Greek world competed in the Pythian Games, one of the four panhellenic games, precursors of the

Modern Olympics.

Tonight, upon our return to Athens, we will have a farewell included dinner.

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Day 11 June 24, 2016: Athens to Indianapolis

INCLUDED

International airfare from Chicago to Rome round trip. Airfare from Rome to Athens roundtrip.-3 nights in Florence Hotel type Starhotels Tuscany 4* or similar-3 nights in Rome Hotel type Hotel Mediterraneo 4* or similar-3 nights in Athens Hotel type Titania 4* or similar -Daily buffet American breakfast in hotel-3 evening dinners-bus at disposal for the whole period -English speaking tour leader -Guided tour of Florence -Guided tour of Pisa -Guided tour of Siena -Guided tour of Baroque Rome and Vatican City-Guided tour of Coliseum and Imperial Forum (3h)-Coliseum and Imperial Forum entrance fee-Guided tour of Athens-Guided tour of Delphi-Guided tour of Vatican and Sistine Chapel

This itinerary includes 9 nights and 11 days. The anticipated cost is approximately $3725.00 per person (double occupancy) using 4 to 4 ½ star hotels based upon a group of 25. Single occupancyis available for additional fee. This is a projected cost based upon 2015 rates for hotels and airfare and current exchange rates. Final rates will be determined once airfare and hotels are confirmed. Payment by credit card will incur an additional fee of 3.5%.

Not included: Fees for passports and, if applicable, visas, entry/departure fees; personal gratuities; laundry and dry cleaning; excursions, and meals not mentioned in the itinerary, travel insurance; all items of a strictly personal nature

Payments: To hold a spot on the trip, a deposit of $500 per person will be required on a mutually acceptable date in the summer of 2015. A second payment of $1500.00 will be due on October 1, 2015, with the final balance due March 1 of 2016.

Flights: We endeavor to book flights, using economy class seats, that provide the best schedule at lowest price. Upgrades to Business Class on the same itinerary may be available. For a price quote, please let me know.

You may choose to book your own airfare because you are traveling on a different itinerary or using frequent flyer miles, please let me know that you will not be using the group fare.

If you would like to alter either your departing flight or your return flight and leave early or return later, we can make that change with the group fare. Please let me know the specifics of your itinerary so I can get a quote.

For all flights, you will need to provide information from your passport, your name, exactly as it appears on your passport along with your date of birth, passport number and the passport expiration date.

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Cancellation: Once you have made a payment, if you must cancel before 120 days prior to the trip, you will be entitled to a full refund. Between 120 days and 30 days prior to the trip, you will be entitled to a refund of the total trip cost less the cost of the airline ticket and any non refundable deposits paid to hotels and other vendors plus a handling fee of $200.00. If you cancel less than 30 days prior, there will be no refund. If you cancel after 120 days prior andthe airfare has been paid, you may be entitled to an airline credit less the change fee assessed by the airline. Usually you have one year to use the value of the ticket minus the change fee set by the airline, currently at $300.00.

Trip Insurance: You may wish to purchase trip insurance to protect your cost of the trip in case of a last minute emergency. Upon receipt of your deposit, you will receive an application for trip insurance. Please note that insurance will only cover pre-existing conditions if it is purchasedwithin 14 days of your initial deposit. You can also purchase and compare insurance plans on the website www.insuremytrip.com. You can purchase trip insurance to cover limited situations or you can purchase insurance that will allow you to cancel for any reason. Prices and various plans are available.

Baggage: Most carriers allow for one free checked bag on international flights. You will be charged for a second checked bag. Please check the website for specific prices. You will be allowed a small carry-on and one personal bag. Please be sure you meet the specifications for the carry on bag so you are not surprised with a charge at check in.

Selection of Vendors: Travel to Remember, LLC will use the following guidelines for the selection of international and domestic land and air suppliers. All suppliers will be chosen from those recommended by other known and trusted vendors in our industry. We will look for suppliers that have a proven track record for safety and a reputation for being the most experienced local receptive operators. Suppliers will be expected to comply with all local insurance and licensing regulations. Oneof the tour managers from Travel to Remember will accompany all excursions to make sure that the suppliers provides the best in service and customer response.

Responsibility: “Tour Operator” acts only as an agent for the various independent suppliers that provide hotel accommodations, transportation, sightseeing, activities, or other services connected with this tour. Such services are subject to the terms and conditions of those suppliers. Tour Operatorand their respective employees, agents, representatives, and assigns accept no liability whatsoever for any injury, damage, loss, accident, delay, or any other incident which may be caused by the negligence, defect, default of any company or person in performing the services. Responsibility is not accepted for losses, injury, damages or expenses of any kind due to sickness, weather, strikes, hostilities, wars, terrorist acts, acts of nature, local laws or other such causes. All services and accommodations are subject to the laws and regulations of the country in which they are provided. Tour Operator is not responsible for any baggage or personal effects of any individual participating in the tours/trips arranged by Tour Operator. Individual travelers are responsible for purchasing a travel insurance policy, if desired, that will cover some of the expenses associated with the loss of luggage or personal effects.

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Highlands Moms Latin Trip to Italy and GreeceJune 14 – 24 , 2016

Name(s)_(as they appear on your passport(s)

#1________________________________________________________________________

#2 _______________________________________________________________________

Address ___________________________________________________________________

City/State ____________________________________ Home Phone __________________

#1 E-Mail __________________________________________ Cell ___________________

#2 E-Mail __________________________________________ Cell___________________

#1 Date of Birth _________________________ #2 Date of Birth______________________

#1 Passport Number ______________________ #2 Passport Number __________________

#1 Passport Expiration Date ________________ #2 Passport Expiration Date ____________

My roommate will be: _________________________________________________

Please register me for single occupancy ____ Please help me find a roommate _____

Payment ScheduleChecks made out to: “Travel to Remember” Memo: “Highland Moms Italy

2016” Deposit of $500 per person – by June 15, 2015 Second Payment of $1500 per person – by October 1, 2015 Final Payment of balance –tbd – March 15, 2016

Please print this and mail with your checks to:

Travel to RememberAttn: Bob Zehr621 Timber Mill LaneIndianapolis, IN 46260


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