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Piazza Duomo, Florence

Cathedral, Siena

the art of living

TUSCANY

Bronze doors of the Baptistry, Florence

Florence

Cortona

Tuscan countryside

Join alumni and friends on this journey of a lifetime!

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inspirational educational and cultural

travel programs that delight travelers.

•Experienced Travel Directors who

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•An exceptional travel value.

•Unique access to local sites.

•Flexibility and

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accommodations

•21 nights in Florence, Italy, at the Hotel& Residence Palazzo Ricasoli.

•Enjoy an extensive meal program,including 21 breakfasts, six lunches and six dinners. Tea or coffee is included with all meals, plus wine with dinner. Take advantage of leisure time to try local cuisine independently.

•Sample authentic regional specialties during select meals at featured local restaurants.

activities and events

• Informative educational programs,presented by local experts, will enhanceyour insight into the region.

•All excursions as outlined in your program itinerary.

•Attend a special Welcome Receptionand Dinner.

•Gather with your fellow travelers for an exclusive Farewell Dinner.

many incLuded extras

•Consultation services of a dedicatedPassenger Service Representativeprior to departure.

•Services of an experienced TravelDirector throughout your stay.

•Detailed travel and destination information to assist in your planning.

•Tipping of excursion guides and drivers.

•Complimentary travel wallet.

| incLuded Features | Dear Duke Alumni and Friends,Live in Florence for three weeks, and experience a city pulsating with

history, art and culture in the heart of Tuscany.

Whether or not this is your first time living abroad, you will feel rightat home here. Stroll the narrow cobbled streets and stop for a cappuccino on the picturesque Piazza del Duomo. Learn about the city’shistory and its incredible collection of cultural monuments, from the 11th-century Romanesque cathedral to the statues and paintings crafted bythe fathers of the Renaissance.

Enjoy the camaraderie of traveling with a group and, during yourample free time, feel the thrill of making your own discoveries!

We have arranged for apartment-style accommodations in a fully furnished residential hotel that was originally a 16th-century palace. Your home away from home is situated on Via delle Mantellate, justblocks from Florence’s historic Old Town, a UNESCO World Heritage site.

In addition to the base program, you also have the option to customize your experience by adding one, two or three OptionalEnrichment Tracks based on your individual interests.

Don’t miss this groundbreaking program. Space is limited, so makeyour reservations today!

Forever Duke,

Beth Ray-Schroeder '83Director, Alumni TravelDuke Alumni Association

“Where you are is whoyou are. The furtherinside you the placemoves, the more youridentity is intertwinedwith it. Never casual, the choice of place is the choice of somethingyou crave.”– Frances Mayes (b. 1940),

American memoirist, “Under the Tuscan Sun,”

“There is no such thingas justly describing thefine things that we haveseen [in Florence]today…Art has herebrought fiction so nearupon the verge of reality,that the line betweenthem is too nice to bedrawn by words.”– J.P. Cobbett (1803-1881),British writer, “Journal of a

Tour in Italy,” 1830

“[Florence is a] City sobeautiful that the greatEmperor Charles V. said,That she was fitting tobe shown and seen onlyupon Holidays.”

– James Howell (1594-1666),

Anglo-Welsh historian andwriter, Letter, 1621

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April 22-May 14, 2016Our personalized air program allows you to select your flights, routing, class of service and datesof travel in consultation with one of our experienced Passenger Service Representatives. Airfareswill vary, depending on airline, routing and class of service. In most cases, transfers between theairport and hotel/cruise ship will be included on arrival and departure days. Your Passenger ServiceRepresentative will provide you with all of the details you need to guarantee your transfer. Bookyour air with us to ensure assistance in the case of schedule changes or delays that may impactyour air travel plans. AHI FlexAir participants automatically receive flight insurance worth up to$250,000, subject to policy terms.

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April 23-May 14, 2016

Full Price Special Savings Special Price*Studio Apartment

$4,445 $250 $4,195*

One-Bedroom Apartment$4,845 $250 $4,595*

*Special Price valid if booked by the date found on the address panel. VAT is an additional $495 per person.

All prices quoted are in USD, per person, based on double occupancy and do not include air transportationcosts (unless otherwise stated). Single prices are available upon request (limited availability).

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Trip #:2-22452W

AN EXCLUSIVE EDUCATIONAL TRAVEL PROGRAM

APRIL 22-MAY 14, 2016

PROGRAM HIGHLIGHTS

San Gimignano

Florence

Duomo, Florence

San Lorenzo market, Florence

Ponte Vecchio, Florence

Michelangelo’s David

Uffizi Gallery

HOTEL & RESIDENCEPALAzzO RICASOLI

FLORENCE

After a day exploring Tuscany,retire to the comfort of yourapartment-style accommoda-tions. The elegant Hotel & Residence Palazzo Ricasoli ishoused in the 16th-centurypalace of the Ricasoli family onVia delle Mantellate, just ashort walk from the historiccenter of Florence. The palace-turned-residence is also closeto boutiques, restaurants, galleries, grocery stores and a laundromat. Each bright,spacious, soundproofed apartment features a kitchenette, a sitting area anda bathroom with shower/tub,as well as free Wi-Fi and air-conditioning. Relax andenjoy your international livingexperience in the hotel bar,café, the breakfast room or the charming courtyard. Thehotel takes care of linenchanges, and the friendly, engaging staff will ensure you are fully informed aboutlocal attractions, museums,theaters and transportation.The Hotel & Residence PalazzoRicasoli also offers an indoorgarage, should you choose torent a vehicle during your stay.

3ART & ARCHITECTUREThe capital city of

Tuscany, Florence is a veritableopen-air museum, an urbanmasterpiece spread over thebanks of the River Arno. It isoften named Italy’s most beautiful city thanks to an explosion of creative geniusthat spawned the Renaissancebetween the 14th and 16thcenturies, leaving the city ladenwith a wealth of fine art andstunning architecture.

This option includes four excursions to some of Tuscany’sarchitectural and artistic gems.Visit the Cathedral of SantaMaria del Fiore; MichelangeloSquare and the ArchaeologicalMuseum in Fiesole; three medieval basilicas in Florence;and the Pitti Palace and Boboli Gardens.

$425 per person

2CUISINEItalian cuisine was bornin Tuscany, at the court

of the Medici. The hearty, peasant-inspired dishes of theregion, which today are knownaround the world, depend onsimple, wholesome ingredientslike olive oil, tomatoes andcheese, as well as fresh meatsand seasonal fruits and vegetables.

Learn how to make some of Italy’s favorite dishes from a talented chef, who is passion-ate about food and wine. Thehighly acclaimed culinary schooloffers hands-on cooking lessonsthat allow for direct interactionwith the chef. After preparingthe dishes, sit down and enjoythe results. This option includesan Italian market experience,three group cooking lessonsand all ingredients and materials.

$795 per person

The Art of Living ~ Tuscanyoffers increased choice and personalized experiences. Themain program features the included excursions detailed inyour itinerary, but you also maychoose to upgrade your experience by adding one ormore of the Optional EnrichmentTracks, which let you customizeyour adventure based on your interests. This program has three Optional EnrichmentTracks:

| OPTIONAL ENRICHMENT TRACKS | | ACCOMMODATIONS |

1LANGUAGEThis track includes 12three-hour Italian

language classes held Mondaythrough Thursday at a languageschool near your apartment.Classes are typically small andtailored to your skill level, guaranteeing individual attention and a comfortableprogression through the lessons. The school can accommodate beginning, intermediate and advanced students.

Leading your languageclasses will be a professionalteacher who uses an established curriculum andteaching methods. The focus of your classes will be on oralcommunication. Using the immersion method, your teacherwill provide instruction in Italianonly. This may seem daunting at first, but soon you will findthis a completely natural way of learning as your ears becomeattuned to listening to Italian.You will be surprised how muchand how quickly you can learnthis way!

$850 per person Participate in all three tracks and receive a 5% discount.

fellow travelers for dinner at a restaurant.

Day Six B

FLORENCEExcursion:Accademia Gallery. Marvelat Michelangelo’s “David” andother artistic masterpieces during a guided visit of thisrenowned museum.

Day Seven B

FLORENCEEnjoy a day at leisure

Day Eight B

FLORENCEEnjoy another day at leisure.

Day Nine B | LCHIANTIExcursion: Chianti. Journeyto Castello di Monsanto, home

to one of the largest reservesof Chianti Classico in Tuscany.Admire the estate’s vineyardsand 37 acres of olive groves.Then, sample wines from hand-picked grapes.

Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch during the excursion.

Excursion: San Gimignano.Explore this historic hilltoptown, which boasts 14 medieval towers and a wealthof original squares, palaces andfountains.

Days Ten - Twelve B

FLORENCEThe days are free to pursueyour own interests.

Day Thirteen B | DFLORENCEExcursion: Uffizi Gallery.Visit the Uffizi Gallery, Italy’smost visited art museum, tosee works by da Vinci and Raffaello, among other artists.

Local Flavor: Enjoy dinner ata restaurant.

Day Fourteen B

FLORENCEThe day is at leisure

Day Fifteen B | LCOLLE DI VAL D’ELSA |SIENAExcursion: Colle di Vald’Elsa. Explore Colle di Vald’Elsa, a lovely medieval commune known worldwidefor its exquisite crystal glassware and art.

Cultural Event and LocalFlavor: Enjoy a lively chef’scooking demonstration at arestaurant in Colle. Then, sitdown for a delicious lunch.

Excursion: Siena. Continueto Siena. This UNESCO WorldHeritage town is a labyrinth of Gothic architecture, remarkably unchanged sincethe Middle Ages.

Day Sixteen B

FLORENCEThe day is free to pursue yourown interests.

Day Seventeen B | LCORTONAExcursion: Cortona. Admirethe treasures of the hilltopTuscan town of Cortona. See the stunning Romanesquecathedral and visit the Etruscan Museum.

Local Flavor: Lunch is servedat a restaurant in town.

Day Eighteen B

FLORENCEThe day is at leisure.

Day Nineteen B | DFLORENCELocal Flavor: Gather withyour fellow travelers for dinnerat a local restaurant.

Day Twenty B | DLUCCAExcursion: Lucca. Discover a wealth of relics in the medieval walled town ofLucca, a venerable time capsule of urban Tuscan architecture.

| ITINERARY |

Day One IN TRANSITDepart for Florence, Italy.A

AProvided for AHI FlexAir passengers.

Day Two D

FLORENCETransferA to the Hotel & Residence Palazzo Ricasoli. Attend a Welcome Receptionand Dinner.

Day Three B | LFLORENCEExcursion: Florence. Embarkon a guided walking tour ofFlorence. Learn the history of the emblematic Il Duomo,admire the cupola of the Basilica di Santa Maria delFiore, stroll over the Arno onthe fabled Ponte Vecchio.

Local Flavor: Enjoy lunch at a Florence restaurant

Day Four B | LFLORENCELocal Flavor: Lunch will beserved at a local restaurant.

Day Five B | DFLORENCEEducational Focus:Renaissance Art. Local Flavor: Join your

> Enjoy three weeks of fully furnished accommodations in a historic palace that has beenrenovated to offer modernamenities.

> See the highlights of Florence during an in-depthwalking tour.

> Explore the Accademiaand the Uffizi galleries withan expert guide.

>Visit the Castello di Monsantowinery in Chianti and enjoy awine tasting.

> Embark on included group excursions to the historicTuscan towns of SanGimignano, Colle di Val d’Elsa,Siena, Cortona and Lucca.

>Attend an Italian cookingdemonstration.

>Customize your journey byadding one, two or three Optional EnrichmentTracks.

Local Flavor: Enjoy dinner ata restaurant in Lucca.

Day Twenty-one B | LFLORENCELocal Flavor: Trade stories ofyour Italian adventure withyour new friends during lunchat a restaurant.

Day Twenty-two B | DFLORENCEThis evening, join your fellowtravelers for a festive FarewellDinner.

Day Twenty-three B

IN TRANSITAfter breakfast, transfer to theairport for the return flights toyour gateway city.*Note: Days without specified activities are spent at leisure or onexcursion as part of an OptionalEnrichment Track. Itinerary sequence or scheduled events may change.

Masters of the Renaissance

For Florentines, art is not mere decoration. The city’s streets andpiazzas, paintings and sculptures,churches and palaces reflect a singular civic identity, as the greatmasters of the Renaissance wovetheir realistic, linear perspectiveand classical influences into thevery fabric of the city.

Florence’s reputation as thebirthplace of the Renaissance can be taken quite literally, as an astounding number of great men were born in Tuscany in the13th and 14th centuries. Early luminaries like the painter Giotto di Bondone and the poet DanteAligheiri were followed by the prolific work of literary mastersFrancesco Petrarch and GiovanniBoccaccio and the architecture ofLorenzo Ghiberti, who designed the bronze doors of the Florence Baptistery, and Filippo Brunelleschi,who engineered the dome of theBasilica di Santa Maria del Fiore.

At the time, money and art wenthand in hand. Artists made a livingthrough commissioned works, sothe rise of Florence’s mercantileand banking classes set the stagefor a uniquely large community ofbenefactors, particularly on thepart of the Medici family. Florencereached a new level of artisticabundance in the 15th centuryunder the patronage of Lorenzothe Magnificent, a Medici and anartist himself who helped foster the careers of Leonardo da Vinci,Michelangelo Buonarroti, SandroBotticelli and many others.

Our International Explorations programs are not for the averagetourist. They are designed to give curious travelers an extended, customizable experience abroad. With an itinerary that takes you to must-see sites as well as off-the-beaten path treasures, you canenjoy a once-in-a-lifetime introduction to the Art of Livingin unparalleled destinations.These unique journeys are limited to 36 travelers and feature three weeks’ apartment-style accommodations with modern amenities.

Tuscany is one of the world’s most beloveddestinations, and for good reason: The wine,food, historic landmarks and art are second to none.

Step off the beaten path and experience Tuscany as few travelers have before. On this unique journey, explore thebuzzing piazzas and picturesque countryside at your ownpace. Dine in restaurants that no tourist could hope to stumble upon. Buy your own groceries at an outdoor market.Take in a music or theater performance. Linger in medievalvillages, sip Chianti among the rolling hills and glean tipsfrom a Tuscan chef. Immerse yourself in the Tuscan way of lifeand feast your eyes on both world-famous landmarks andhidden gems, from Florence’s iconic Ponte Vecchio to thequintessential Tuscan town of Cortona.

| UNESCO |

The historic centers of Florence, San Gimignanoand Siena are UNESCO World Heritage sites featured in this program.

Active Travel forCultural ExplorersThis program is

moderately paced with a goodbalance of included activitiesand excursions and time to explore on your own. Travelersshould be physically fit, able to walk distances of up tothree miles and navigate stairs,hills and uneven terrain.