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SPAR

18 Day Italian Splendour includes 7 Day Mediterranean Cruise

JUNE 11 – 28 2014: $ 6990 pp + Airfare SS Add $ 1690

With Finesse Holidays (Options for Dubai, Rome, Naples & Singapore)

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TABLE OF CONTENTS: Page No 1: TRIP overview 2 2: FLIGHT DETAILS 2 3: HOTEL ADDRESSES & PHONE NUMBERS 3 4: ITINERARY 4 5: DUBAI OPTION – JA OASIS BEACH TOWER 8 6: NAPLES OPTION - ROYAL HOTEL CONTINENTAL - NAPLES 9 7: MANZI TERME HOTEL & SPA – ISCHIA – AMALFII 10 8: MSC SPLENDIDA – MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE 12 9: IL SARACENO GRAND HOTEL – AMALFI – AMALFI COAST 15 10: SINGAPORE STOPOVER – ROYAL PLAZA on scotts 18 11: UPGRADES 19

BRIDGE PROGRAM:

Program will consist of a 12 session B4Red Pairs Event (Best 8 of 9). In case some wish

to do a tour on a bridge session.

1: TRIP OVERVIEW:

International Flight for tour leaders will be with Emirates. We will have a 3 night stopover in

Dubai June 04-07, an overnight in Rome & 3 night stopover in Naples from June 08-11. The

holiday will commence in Ischia and you will receive free transfers if travelling on either the

8th or the 11

th. PLEASE NOTE THAT SOME TIMES MAY HAVE TO BE ADJUSTED

SLIGHTLY DUE TO UNFORSEEN CIRCUMSTANCES OR THE DESIRE OF THE GROUP.

Included in this Holiday: Ischia to Rome

All tipping & gratuities

17 nights finest accommodation

8 tour days with Air-Conditioned coach &

English speaking tour guides

All dinners & Breakfasts. All meals on cruise

All transfers

All bridge fees including Pairs and Teams

(all sessions are Red Points)

Workshops & Lesson Material

Fully escorted tour – with guides

Hotel Information:

Optional:

3 nights Dubai @ Hilton Dubai

1 night Rome @ Airport Hotel

3 nights Naples @ Royal Hotel Continental

2 nights Singapore @ SwissOtel Merchant

Main Tour:

5 nights Ischia at Manzi Terme Hotel & Spa

7 nights Mediterranean Cruise on board the

MSC Splendida, launched 2012

5 nights in Amalfi Il Saraceno Grand Hotel

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2: RETURN FLIGHTS from Sydney to Rome: (All states enquire for details)

Holiday commences in Rome for your transfer to Ischia (a top 10 hotel in Italy)

You can increase your holiday by up to 9 nights with 3 nights in Dubai

from June 04-07, 1 night in Rome & 3 nights in Naples from June 08-11. 1

night in Rome at the Hotel Tiber on June 07 before our transfer to Naples

will be necessary if travelling with Emirates. Whether you do this option

or not you will receive a free transfer to Ischia. You may also increase

your holiday with a further 2 nights in Singapore, arriving on June 29 and

departing Singapore at 22:20 on July 01. Ie a minimum of 2½ days in

Singapore, arriving in Sydney on July 02 at 8:05.

If you deviate from these times you may find you have additional

transfer costs. Your hosts will be leaving on the 4th June and spending

3 nights in Dubai & 1 night in Rome before our 3 nights option in

Naples on the waterfront.

EMIRATES:

Tues June 10 Emirates EK0415 Depart Sydney Tues 04 June 2014 06:00 14 hr 30 mins

June 04 Arrive Dubai Tues 04 June 2014 14:30 Tues June 10 Emirates EK0095 Depart Dubai Tues 07 June 2014 15:55 6 hr 20 mins

June 07 Arrive Rome Tues 07 June 2014 20:05

Sat June 28 Emirates EK0098 Depart Rome Sat 28 June 2014 15:25

June 28 Arrive Singapore Sun 29 June 2014 15:00 Sun June 29 Emirates EK0412 Depart Singapore Tues 01 July 2014 22:35 8 hr 50 mins

Arrive Sydney Wed 02 July 2014 08:05

SINGAPORE:

Tues June 10 Singapore SQ242 Depart Sydney Tues 10 June 2014 17:50 8 hr 20 mins

Arrive Singapore Wed 11 June 2014 00:10 Wed June 11 Singapore SQ366 Depart Singapore Wed 11 June 2014 01:05 11 hr 40 mins

Arrive Rome Wed 11 June 2014 07:45

Sat June 28 Singapore SQ365 Depart Rome Sat 28 June 2014 11:55 11 hr 05 mins

Arrive Singapore Sun 29 June 2014 06:00 Sun June 29 Singapore SQ241 Depart Singapore Sun 29 June 2014 07:05 7 hr 50 mins

Arrive Sydney Sun 29 June 2014 16:35

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3: HOTEL ADDRESSES AND PHONE NUMBERS for EMERGENCIES:

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JA OASIS BEACH TOWER June 04 – 07

The Walk - Dubai - United Arab Emirates

Phone:+971 4 399 4444 E: [email protected]

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HoTEL TIBER FIUMICINO JUNE 07 - 08

Via Della Torre Clementina276 – 00054 Fuimicino (Rm)

Tel: +39 06 65048255 E: [email protected] --------------------------------------------------------------------------

ROYAL CONTINENTAL - NAPLES June 08 - 11

Via Partenope 38/44 80121 Napoli

Tel. + 39 081 2452068 E: [email protected]

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MANZI TERME HOTEL & SPA - ISCHIA June 11 – 16

Piazza Bagni, 4 80074 Casamicciola Terme Isola d'Ischia (Na) Italia

Tel +39 081 994722 E: [email protected]

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MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE – MSC SPLENDIDA – NAPLES to NAPLES June 16 - 23

Tel 1300 769 228

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IL SARACENO GRAND HOTEL June 23 – 28

Via Giovanni Augustariccio, 33 84011 Amalfi Province of Salerno, Italy

+39 089 831148 E: [email protected]

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Royal plaza on scotts, SINGAPORE Jun 29 – July 01

25 Scotts Road, Orchard, Singapore 228220

(65) 6737 7966 E: [email protected]

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ITALY 2014: FINESSE HOLIDAYS - OPTIONS

NAPLES – ISCHIA – MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE – AMALFI - DUBAI – SINGAPORE

Holiday includes all dinners & breakfasts with all meals on the cruise.

DUBAI - Option

Jun 04 14:30 Arrive Dubai and transfer to our hotel.

19:30 Meet in foyer for dinner at local restaurant.

Jun 05 09:30 ½ day traditional Dubai tour.

14:30 Walk-in-Pairs 19:30 Dinner – Meet in foyer for dinner at local restaurant.

Jun 06 09:30 Optional cruise around palm islands. Not Included

. 14:30 Walk-in-Pairs 19:30 Dinner – Meet in foyer.

Jun 07 06:00 Transfer to airport for our 09:05 flight to Rome

Overnight in Rome Hilton Inn Gardens

NAPLES - Option

Jun 08 09:00 Transfer by Coach for Naples. visiting Pompeii along the way.

18:30 Welcome Drinks & Dinner. Drinks in Hosts Room.

Jun 09 10:30 National Archaeological Museum. Most artifacts from Pompii are here.

Jun 10 09:30 Herculeum tour by coach.

14:30 Walk-in-Pairs

19:30 Dinner – Meet in foyer.

19:30 Dinner – Meet in foyer.

Jun 11 09:00 Transfer by Coach for Naples. 11:45 Approx arrival time.

ISCHIA X = Dinners in hotel can be 19:00 or 20:00.

Jun 11 Day 1 12:30 Transfer to Ischia Island by ferry. 11:30 Leave Hotel.

16:00 Private transfer to visit Arogonese Castle

19:30 Dinner at the port.

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Jun 12 Day 2 10:00 Tutorial 1

13:00 Bridge Amalfii Pairs 2

X Fine Dining in hotel.

Jun 13 Day 3 12:30 Bridge – Amalfii Pairs 3

Jun 14 Day 4 8:15 Transfer for Capri Island tour by boat & light lunch. Return at 18:00.

18:00 Enjoy having a drink on the waterfront before Dinner at 19:00.

Jun 15 Day 5 9:30 Bridge – Spaghetti Teams 1

X Fine Dining in hotel

Jun 16 Day 6 09:15 Tutorial 2.

10:00 Depart for our Med cruise. Lunch on board. Cruise Departs at 19:30.

MSC CRUISE:

Check with Gaye for Tour Meeting Point. You may depart from any tour at your leisure

15:00 Bridge – Amalfii Pairs 4. X Dinner.

Jun 17 Day 7 09:00 Tutorial 3.

09:30 Messina Tour.

X Dinner.

Jun 18 Day 8 09:00 Arrive La Goulette. Tour not included. Free time.

16:00 Bridge – Amalfii Pairs 5. 20:00 Dinner.

Jun 19 Day 9 09:30 Bridge Tutorial 3.

10:30 Bridge – Spaghetti Teams 2.

15:30 Bridge – Amalfii Pairs 6.

X Dinner.

Jun 20 Day 10 09:30 Barcelona Day Tour with guide .

X Dinner.

Jun 21 Day 11 09:00 Marseille ½ day tour with guide.

15:00 Bridge – Walk – In – Pairs 2. X Dinner.

Jun 22 Day 12 09:00 Tour to Portofino with guide.

X Dinner

Jun 23 Day 13 11:30 Disembark for tour of Sorrento.

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5: OPTION – DUBAI – HILTON DUBAI

RAVELLO:

Jun 23 Day 13 19:30 Dinner. Meet near reception.

Jun 24 Day 14 14:00 Bridge – Spaghetti Teams 3.

X

Jun 25 Day 15 10:00 Shopping Tour

13:30 Tutorial & Bridge – Amalfii Pairs 7. X

Jun 26 Day 16 13:30 Tutorial & Bridge – Amalfii Pairs8.

X

Jun 27 Day 17 10:00 Shopping Tour

13:30 Tutorial & Bridge – Amalfii Pairs 9.

X

Jun 28 Day 18 09:30 Transfer back to Rome

Emirates passengers will be able to get their flight.

Singapore and Cathay will require a 1 nights stopover in

Rome.

SINGAPORE:

Jun 29 15:00 Arrival in Singapore

20:00 Meet in reception for dinner

Jun 30 10:00 Walking tour.

14:00 Optional bridge session

19:30 Meet in reception for dinner

July 01 12:30 Lunch

14:00 Walk-in Pairs 18:00 Light Dinner

19:30 Transfer to airport for our 22:35 flight home.

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5: DUBAI STOPOVER - BEACHFRONT OCEAN TOWERS – JUNE 04 - JUNE 07

This sophisticated beachfront property with its iconic exterior, features 180 luxury serviced

and self-catering apartments. The spacious apartments each have a fully equipped kitchen,

living room and dining area plus 2, 3 or 4 ensuite bedrooms. Guests may enjoy stunning views

over The Palm Jumeirah and Dubai Marina, restaurants, a swimming pool deck just steps from

Jumeirah beach and access to the private beach

Now weaving our through the textile souk — where we'll find magnificent bolts of fabric, along with

less inspiring tat — and on to the Creek where we will hire our own boat for a scenic tour of the

waterway. Back in port, we will head to the small but interesting Dubai Museum to see how oil and

ambition mixed to make this modern oasis.

Other activities you may wish to do include:

1) The Gold Souk Dubai is known for really cheap gold — but you'll have to haggle for it. Whether

or not you're ready to buy, a stroll through the dazzling Gold Souk is a must. The stores also offer

platinum, diamonds and occasionally silver,

2) Man made Islands The most audacious of all of Dubai's megaprojects is the collection of

reclaimed islands just offshore. First came the palm-tree shaped Palm Jumeirah, which the city bills

as the eighth wonder of the world.

4 Nights Stopover: $ 995 pp with $ 275 SS

Whats Included:

3 nights excellent 5* accommodation in Dubai

1 night accommodation in Rome on June 7

All dinners + Welcome drinks on the 4th

Transfers with the group to & from airport

Assistance with any day tours

4 hr traditional Dubai day tour

2 sessions of bridge

Tour: The Traditional Dubai:

While vast swaths of the city have been

demolished in the relentless drive toward the

future, one neighborhood harks back to the

quiet fishing village that once was. The

Bastakia Quarter, which squeezes itself

between the Dubai Creek and the buzzing Bur

Dubai district, is a mini maze of wind-towered

buildings, a clutch of which have been

transformed into art galleries and cafés. Start

our tour at XVA Gallery, which specializes in

contemporary art from across the Gulf region.

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6: 3 NIGHTS NAPLES – ROYAL CONTINENTAL – JUNE 08 - 11

The Royal Continental hotel on Naples’ seafront promenade is both elegant and functional and

replies to the needs of even the most demanding guest offering a comfortable and appeal

setting for both business and leisure travellers.

The city of Herculaneum (June 10) is a partially

buried Roman town-city near modern Naples in

the Italian region of Campania, in the territory of

the comune of Pompei. Along Pompei,

Herculaneum was destroyed and completely

buried during a long catastrophic eruption of the

volcano Mount Vesuvius spanning two days in

the year AD 79. The eruption buried Pompeii

under 4 - 6 m of ash and pumice, and it was lost

for nearly 1700 years before its accidental

rediscovery in 1749. Since then, its excavation

has provided an extraordinarily detailed insight

into the life of a city at the height of the Roman

Empire.

National Archaeological Museum: (June 09): The museum hosts extensive collections of

Greek and Roman antiquities. Their core is from

the Farnese Collection, which includes a

collection of engraved gems (including the

Farnese Cup, a Ptolemaic bowl made of

sardonyx agate and the most famous piece in the

"Treasure of the Magnificent", and is founded

upon gems collected by Cosimo de' Medici and

Lorenzo il Magnifico in the 15th century) and

the Farnese Marbles.

3 Nights Stopover: $ 995 pp with $ 295 SS

Whats Included: 3 nights accommodation, 2 tours, transfers, all breakfasts and dinners

3 nights excellent 5* accommodation in Dubai

1 nights accommodation in Rome on June 7

All dinners + Welcome drinks on the 4th

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7: 5 NIGHT – MANZI TERME HOTEL & SPA - ISCHIA – 5* June 11 – June 16

TOP 10 HOTEL & BEST SPA in ITALY

In 1863 Luigi Manzi discovered the exceptional healing properties of the Gurgitiello

Springs and decided to build a thermal spa. His desire was to offer healing treatments, a

luxurious place for relaxation, and first class hospitality. From then on, Terme Manzi

Hotel became synonymous with Ischia Spa.

Noblemen, academics, poets and industry executives have stayed at the Terme Manzi,

giving testimony to the therapeutic properties of the Gurgitiello thermal water. Even

Giuseppe Garibaldi, the “Hero of Two Worlds” came to Terme Manzi to heal the

wounds he suffered while fighting for Italian unification at the battle of Aspromonte.

The Aragonese Castle (June 13) stands on a

volcanic rock connected to the island by a

bridge first built in 1438 by Alfonso of

Aragon. The Castle was completed in 1492.

Gerone of Siracusa constructed the first

castle on this site - a simple tower - in 474

BC. You can eat lunch at a little cafe inside.

The panoramic views of the Bay of Naples

are breathtaking. You will receive a map and

a brochure. We will be spending at least 2 - 3

hours to enjoy our self-guided tour of the

castle. Restaurant and café for those who

don’t wish to walk.

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FREE TIME ON THE ISLE OF ISCHIA:

1) From Ischia Port you can find buses that drive around the island. They leave every few

minutes. Take a bus and go to a neighboring town called Forio. It is a pleasant little

seaside town with open air markets and streetside cafes. There is a historic castle to visit.

Enjoy lunch at an outdoor cafe with views of the water. It is an enjoyable trip and since

bus tickets are only around 2 Euros - its not costly.

2) Ischia Port is a wonderful town to enjoy leisurely strolls checking out the boats and

yachts docked in the marina, shopping in the many shops and some lovely little

restaurants

3) Day trip to Capri or tour around the island. (June 14) Here we have a boat tour around

the island. We will have a bus tour to see some of the island as well and there will be a

tour guide for 2-3 hours. I strongly recommended you get the cable car to the top of the

mountain for sightseeing and a coffee.

4) Pithecusae Museum An Archeological tour of Greek and Roman civilizations.

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8: 7 NIGHT MEDITERRANEAN CRUISE JUNE 16 – 23

Cabin supplied to all doubles twin share & Singles is Balcony. Book early and

receive a Balcony Mid-Ship free of charge.

DAY DATE PORT ARRIVE DEPART

Monday June 16 Naples (Capri) Italy 19:30

Tuesday June 17 Messina, Sicily, Italy 08:00 16:00

Wednesday June 18 La Goulette, Tunisia 09:00 17:00

Thursday June 19 At Sea

Friday June 20 Barcelona, Spain 09:00 18:00

Saturday June 21 Marseille, France 08:00 19:00

Sunday June 22 Genoa, Italy 08:00 17:00

Monday June 23 Naples (Capri) Italy 11:30

MSC SPLENDIDA

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PORTS OF CALL:

NAPLES: Temperature 26o C

MESSINA: Situated on the western shore of the strait bearing its name,

this port is the gateway to Sicily. Messina's principal attractions include the Duomo, its

adjoining bell tower and the local museum on the northern outskirts of the city. Train-

ferries, car-ferries and hydrofoils make the connection across the Strait of Messina to

Reggio Calabria on the Italian mainland, with excursions available to Taormina, Mount

Etna and the mainland.

Language: Italian Currency: Euro (EUR) Temperature 260 C

LA GOULETTE: Get a taste of Africa without leaving the Mediterranean! La

Goulette has a reputation for having the best seafood restaurants in Tunisia. This fishing

port also offers breathtaking beaches and historical sites.

Language: Arabic Currency: Tunisian dinar (TND) Temperature 290 C

BARCELONA: The streets of Spain's cultural center are lined with tapas bars

and cafes and filled with musicians. City tours take visitors to Gaudi's eccentric Church of the

Holy Family, the 14th-century Gothic Quarter, the Picasso Museum and the Spanish Village.

Language: Spanish Currency: Euro (EUR) Temperature 240 C

MARSEILLES: The second largest city in France and the largest commercial port,

Marseilles was once considered the gateway to the Mediterranean. Marseilles is

cosmopolitan and vibrant, with its picturesque old port, medieval-village-style

neighborhoods, downtown shopping and world renowned seafood. One can climb to 162

meters above sea level to visit the church of the patron saint of sailors, Notre Dame de La

Garde. Or admire the cliffs that inspired Cezanne's "Estaque." Or visit nearby Treille to pay

homage to the writer Marcel Pagnol. Marseilles' picturesque coastline beckons with

beautiful beaches and opportunities for hiking, rock climbing, swimming and snorkeling.

Language: French Currency: Euro (EUR) Temperature 260 C

GENOA: Italy's largest port is often described as a city of layers. The

lower layer is the harbor area with its ships, dance halls and bars; the middle layer

comprises the colorful shops and restaurants, the opera house and the Via Garibaldi; and the

upper layer is a crest of hills etched with winding roads. Most city tours visit the house

where Christopher Columbus was born, the Cathedral of San Lorenzo and the largest

medieval quarter in Europe.

Language: Italian Currency: Euro (EUR) Temperature 230 C

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TOURS included on the Cruise:

MESSINA: After leaving the port, a bus transfer

will take you to Taormina, one of the jewels of

Sicily. A pleasant walk takes you to the renowned

ancient Greco-Roman theatre, first built by the

Greeks before being re-built by the Romans.

Enjoy the wonderful view before continuing to

Corvaia Palace (external visit); an historic XV

century building that formerly housed the Sicilian

Parliament. We will also admire the small Roman

theatre or “Odeon” (external visit) of Taormina

and the St. Nicholas Cathedral. Free time for

shopping. The fabulous city of BARCELONA is well worth

a visit and this whistle-stop tour will take you to

see the key sights during an enjoyable half day off

the ship. Upon leaving the port, your tour begins

with a drive through Barcelona's main streets and

squares. A short stop will be made at Montjuich

Hill to take in the superb view over the city before

moving on for a brief external viewing of the

Sagrada Família, Gaudí’s striking yet unfinished

neo-Gothic masterpiece. There will also be time to

pay the impressive Barcelona Cathedral, which

was constructed from the end of the 13th until into

the 15th century, a visit before taking you to go

shopping in the Plaça de Catalunya, a large square

in central Barcelona.

GENOA: Thanks to its mild climate,

charming old fishing ports and beautiful

countryside, the Italian Riviera has been a popular

holiday destination since Byron and Shelley’s day.

This tour gives you a chance to enjoy a lush

section of this famous coastline during your 1.5 hr

scenic cruise that takes you to Portofino. You will

have plenty of time to explore this delightful

seaside town at your leisure, to take photos, visit

the seafront or simply to relax in one of the many

chic seafront cafés. Your return journey to Genoa.

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9: 5 NIGHTS – IL SARACENO GRAND HOTEL – ALMAFI - JUNE 23 – 28

Tour of Sorrento:

Il Saraceno is an ancient Arab fortress built into the cliffs of the Amalfi Coast. It offers

panoramic sea views from the swimming pool, the sun deck, and the terrace bar. The Grand

Hotel Il Saraceno's rooms offer spacious accommodation with antique furnishings and Arab-

style decorations. All rooms have views of the sea, a satellite TV and a minibar. During

summer Il Saraceno Grand Hotel's beach is equipped with one parasol, 2 sun loungers and 2

towels per room. A free shuttle service to the historic centre of Amalfi is provided at scheduled

times. The restaurant is open for lunch and dinner and serves Mediterranean cuisine.

June 25: No visit to Amalfi is complete

without seeing Sorrento. Wedged on a ledge

between the mountains and the Mediterranean,

is an attractive resort of 20,000 residents and

— in the summer — as many tourists. It's as

well-located for regional sightseeing as it is a

pleasant place to stay and stroll. The

Sorrentines have gone out of their way to

create a completely safe and relaxed place for

tourists to spend money. Everyone seems to

speak fluent English and work for the Chamber

of Commerce. Spritzed by lemon and olive

groves, this gateway to the Amalfi Coast has

an unspoiled old quarter, a lively main

shopping street, a spectacular cliffside setting,

and easy public transportation.

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5 Top Things to do on the Amalfi coast during any free time:

Amalfi’s origins is dated back on Romans wars against

barbaric populations, even if the legend tells that it was

Hercules, son of Jupiter, that settled Amalfi to give it as a

present to a girl who has beautiful blue eyes the same colour

of the sea. Believe or not in this legend it is a fact that this

city, thanks to the sea and its geographical position, had a

great development and this was due to the maritime activity.

Ravello; The most known travellers elect Ravello as “Spirit

homeland”. The charm of its landscapes, the quality of its

monuments and villas ravished a lot of European artists who

came here to find inspiration. The history of Ravello is

directly linked to Amalfi’s one. During the period in which

Amalfi was one of the four powerful Maritime Republic,

Ravello reached its maximum splendour excelling in

commerce. Then, after the devastation caused by the wars in

XIX century, Ravello began its rise as a tourist place.

Artists and intellectuals coming from all the world choose

this town and made it became an elite tourist destination.

Vietri sul mare is called the “first pearl” of the Amalfi

Coast as well the ceramic capital. The tradition of the

master ceramist is jealously kept and scrupulously

passed to new generations. The masterpieces of this art

can be admired in the Museum of ceramic of Villa

Guariglia in Raito or in the Museum Cargaleiro.

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Positano is the most impressive town on the Amalfi Coast.

At first look it seems to be lounged on the mountain that

overlooks the sea, therefore this city is one of the most

photographed of the coast The church of Santa Maria Teresa

of the Assumption, for example, deserves a visit for its tiled

dome, the Saracen towers, the little villages of Nocelle and

Montepertuso which are places of an extraordinary beauty.

Positano is also known for its shops. Above all its

characteristic production: the leather sandals. Indeed you

can go in these little workshops (that can be found in the

town alleys) and order sandals made-to-measure. But there

are a lot of other characteristic shops too.

Praiano's ancient name (Pelagium) means "open sea", infact

in this fishermen town the view on the sea and on Positano

and its surroundings is spectacular. The "Sentiero degli Dei"

(Walk of the Gods) is a famous hike that starts from Praiano

and reaches Agerola, giving hikers the chance to really get

the best views of the Amalfi Coast. This town started

developing in the XII century and then specialized in

production of the "filo torto", linnen, coral and anchevies.

If you visit Praiano make sure you don't miss San Luca, a

beautiful church with its typical maiolica tiles dome and

paintings of famous artists of the past. Praiano is surely one

of the most genuine corners of the Amalfi Coast, away from

the most touristy areas and rich with history, culture, views

and comforts.

Minori is a small and pleasant Amalfi Coast sea-town. Its

name derives from the ancient latin name "Rheginna

Minor" that came from the river Rheginna, which still

runs through the valley of Minori. Like other major towns

of the Amalfi Coast Minori was founded by ancient roman

aristocrats who chose the place for its beauty and mild

climate, and built their luxurious villas here. Minori soon

started to produce paper, liquors and other lemon

specialties, since lemons are a typical product of this area.

This production is still a main activity of the town and is

carried on with strict respect of the genuine local tradition.

If you come to Minori make sure you visit the ancient

roman villa and the Basilica of Santa Trofimena, and the

churchs of Santa Lucia, San Gennaro and San Michele as

well, good examples of southern italian architecture.

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10: SINGAPORE – ROYAL PLAZA ON SCOTTS 5* JUNE 29 - JULY 01

Location is great with MRT and shopping street on Orchard within seconds away. Even

if you need to travel in taxi, nothing was more than $20 dollars whether its Sentosa island

or shopping or Zoo at one end of Singapore.”

Experience the amazing convenience of getting around town when you are in Orchard Road,

the must-visit world renowned shopping belt in the heart of Singapore, right where we are

located! Bustling with iconic shopping malls along the street, huge offerings of dining, retail

and lifestyle options for all budget and taste are just at the doorsteps of Royal Plaza on Scotts

Singapore Hotel. Heading to other parts of the garden city? Orchard MRT station is short 3-

minute walk away.

2 NIGHTS Stopover: $ 645 pp: $ 225 SS

Whats Included:

2 nights 5* accommodation

3 dinners

Transfers with the group

1 Walking tour

Bridge at the Singapore Club

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UPGRADES:

DUBAI STOPOVER - JA OASIS BEACH TOWER ( 3½ days )

Room Type Room Size Twin Share Single Bath/Shower Wifi

Studio Room View of River 50 m2 0 0 Free

Studio Room Sea View 50 m2 40 pp 80 pp Free

Deluxe Room City or River View 50 m2 75 pp 125 pp Free

Deluxe Room Sea View 50 m2 115 pp 195 pp Free

NAPLES STOPOVER – ROYAL CONTINENTAL ( 3 nights )

Room Type Room Size Twin Share Single Bath/Shower Wifi

Double Room with Sea View + Balcony 28 m2 0 0 Shower Free

Junior Suite 40 m2 175 pp 350 Shower Free

TERME MANZI - ISCHIA ( 5 nights )

Room Type Room Size Twin Share Single Bath/Shower Wifi

Classic Room with Balcony ( Singles ) 22 m2 N/A N/A Optional Free

Superior Room with Balcony 25 m2 0 0 Optional Free

Deluxe Room with Balcony 27 m2 120 pp 200 Optional Free

Prestige Room with Balcony 42 m2 230 pp 420 Optional Free

MSC CRUISE ( 7 nights ) Category Ocean View

Room Type Room Size Twin Share Single Bath/Shower Wifi

Oceanview 02 , 03 17 m2 0 0 Shower Free

Balcony 01 24 m2 60 pp 100 Shower Free

Balcony 02 24 m2 115 pp 170 Shower Free

Balcony 03 24 m2 140 pp 220 Shower Free

Junior Suite 40 m2 695 pp 1175 Shower Free

IL SARACENO GRAND HOTEL - RAVELLO ( 5 nights ) Upgrades may become cheaper

Room Type Room Size Twin Share Single Bath/Shower Wifi

Superior Double Room with Sea View 31 m2 0 pp 0 Shower over Bath Free

Junior Suite with Sea View 35 m2 490 pp 950 Shower over Bath Free

Executive Junior Suite with Sea View 37 m2 980 pp 1900 Shower over Bath Free

SINGAPORE STOPOVER - ROYAL PLAZA ON SCOTTS ( 2½ days )

Room Type Room Size Twin Share Single Bath/Shower Wifi

Classic Room 30 m2 0 0 Shower or Bath No

Deluxe Room 30 m2 45 pp 90 pp Shower or Bath No