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March 24, 2026 On our Northern Italy tour, we spend a day on Lake Maggiore, first exploring grand Palazzo Borromeo before enjoying lunch on a nearby island. Find out what makes this one-of-a-kind Italian adventure so special here.
March 18, 2026 Every new travel season brings a fresh opportunity to explore the world, and our tour directors take their preparation seriously. In this Q&A, learn how five TDs think of everything, from updating itineraries and fine-tuning first-day talks to checking gear, selecting books, and even acquiring portable fans.
March 15, 2026 It’s the highest peak in Italy south of the Alps and Europe's most active volcanoes. But Etna is much more than a local legend – it’s an integral part of the island’s agricultural economy, as we see during both of our tours to Sicily, when we visit a working farm for lunch in Etna's shadow.
March 12, 2026 On St. Patrick’s Day, people the world over celebrate all things Irish with parades, festivals, “the wearing of the green,” and dyeing everything from beer and bagels to the entire Chicago River to the color green. In honor of the holiday, we invite you to take a moment to learn about the Irish language.
