Rome is one of Hollywood’s most beloved backdrops— whether you prefer romance, adventure or mystery, this timeless city has a storyline anyone can follow. Consider creating your own movie tour and reenacting your favorite scenes with one of our Italian vacation packages.
Roman Holiday. Released in 1953, this classic starred Audrey Hepburn opposite Gregory Peck. When crowned princess, Ann (Hepburn), visits Italy on state business, she feigns illness to sneak away from her security detail and experience Rome on her own. She falls asleep on a park bench and is discovered by an unsuspecting American reporter, Joe Bradley (Peck). A series of romantic interludes ensue, and they soon fall in love— regardless of the consequences.
Saddle up with your favorite travel companion for a Vespa ride, climb the Spanish Steps (just don’t have lunch on them, it’s forbidden by Roman law), then dare to stick your hand in the Mouth of Truth.
Looking for something a little more modern?
Eat Pray Love. With amazing and endless choices of cuisine available in Italy, it’s no wonder Elizabeth Gilbert decided to experience the eat portion of her journey here. Julia Roberts plays the role of Gilbert, a woman who realizes she’s ill-suited for her life in New York and sets out on an international adventure of self discovery.
Follow in her footsteps by taking a stroll along Via Condotti, Rome’s most famous and fashionable street. Find time for peaceful contemplation in Borghese Gardens. Make a wish in the Four Rivers Fountain in the middle of Piazza Navona. Browse and sample the offerings of Campo de Fiori’s picturesque open-air market. Then end the day with a scoop of gelato. Take a cue from the story’s heroine and learn to eat like an Italian— slow and purposefully. Savor every moment!
History and intrigue more your speed?
Angels & Demons. This Dan Brown best-seller turned blockbuster highlights some of the most recognizable sites in this ancient city. Many scenes were shot of Vatican City, the tiny sovereign state the Pope calls home, which includes St. Peter's Square and St. Peter's Basilica. These are a few of many: Castel Sant' Angelo, Il Passetto, Piazza del Popolo, Santa Maria della Vittoria Church, and the Pantheon, which was originally built as a temple to the gods of Ancient Rome, and is still used for mass and other ceremonies.
If you’re really into Dan Brown novels, make sure to consult a tour guide (to decipher fact from fiction) and pack a camera. You’re sure to leave Rome with a few stories of your own!
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16 March 2011
06 March 2010
Venice and Northern Pearls of Italy
This unique itinerary will take you through Italy’s beautiful Veneto region, home to some of Europe’s greatest cultural, artistic, and architectural treasures. Your vacation starts at the Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese, an oasis of tranquility and refinement, only 20 minutes from Venice. In the evening you’ll enjoy a welcome dinner featuring the sumptuous cuisine and wine of the region. Then enjoy a comprehensive walking tour of Venice including stops at Piazza San Marco, The Doge’s Palace, and the magical Bridge of Sighs. Other highlights include a glass blowing exhibition and time to explore on your own, a must in this magical city of picturesque canals, balconied palazzi, and winding lanes.
Over the next four days you’ll experience the rest of Veneto’s elegant cities and charming countryside including fair Verona where you’ll visit the ancient Roman Arena and Juliet’s Balcony – the setting of Shakespeare’s immortal tragedy; the charming village of Sirmione which sits on the shore of majestic lake Garda; the stately Renaissance city of Padua; and the lush Valdobbiadene Valley where you’ll tastel ocal vintages and culinary specialties while enjoying breathtaking views of the Italian countryside. Your final day is at leisure and best occupied by some retail therapy at nearby Treviso’s many designer shops and stylish boutiques!
How good can a vacation package to Italy actually be? Love art? Then you will love Italy! Italy has a long recorded history that the biggest problem facing the traveler is to choose among the nation's endless cultural attractions. All main centres, most of the provincial cities and many quite small towns have museums. Of all the countries in the worls, there is none more magical than Italy, a traveler's dream destination. Ancien monuments and archeological sites are perfectly preserved; the museums are bursting with the genious of Italy's finest sons: Raffaello, Michelangelo, Tiziano, Canova; contemporary architects are still inspired by ancient buildings and squares (piazze). Italian cities are veritable living museums
According to UNESCO, the United Nations' cultural branch, two thirds of the world's historical artistic heritage are in Italy. Tuscany, which is only one region of Italy, by itself possesses more artistic treasures than the whole of Spain, which is the second country in the world for cultural heritage. Practically all major styles of Western architecture can be found in Italy.
Over the next four days you’ll experience the rest of Veneto’s elegant cities and charming countryside including fair Verona where you’ll visit the ancient Roman Arena and Juliet’s Balcony – the setting of Shakespeare’s immortal tragedy; the charming village of Sirmione which sits on the shore of majestic lake Garda; the stately Renaissance city of Padua; and the lush Valdobbiadene Valley where you’ll tastel ocal vintages and culinary specialties while enjoying breathtaking views of the Italian countryside. Your final day is at leisure and best occupied by some retail therapy at nearby Treviso’s many designer shops and stylish boutiques!
How good can a vacation package to Italy actually be? Love art? Then you will love Italy! Italy has a long recorded history that the biggest problem facing the traveler is to choose among the nation's endless cultural attractions. All main centres, most of the provincial cities and many quite small towns have museums. Of all the countries in the worls, there is none more magical than Italy, a traveler's dream destination. Ancien monuments and archeological sites are perfectly preserved; the museums are bursting with the genious of Italy's finest sons: Raffaello, Michelangelo, Tiziano, Canova; contemporary architects are still inspired by ancient buildings and squares (piazze). Italian cities are veritable living museums
According to UNESCO, the United Nations' cultural branch, two thirds of the world's historical artistic heritage are in Italy. Tuscany, which is only one region of Italy, by itself possesses more artistic treasures than the whole of Spain, which is the second country in the world for cultural heritage. Practically all major styles of Western architecture can be found in Italy.
04 December 2009
Venice and Northern Pearls
This unique itinerary will take you through Italy’s beautiful Veneto region, home to some of Europe’s greatest cultural, artistic, and architectural treasures. Your vacation starts at the Villa Pace Park Hotel Bolognese, an oasis of tranquility and refinement, only 20 minutes from Venice. In the evening you’ll enjoy a welcome dinner featuring the sumptuous cuisine and wine of the region. Then enjoy a comprehensive walking tour of Venice including stops at Piazza San Marco, The Doge’s Palace, and the magical Bridge of Sighs. Other highlights include a glass blowing exhibition and time to explore on your own, a must in this magical city of picturesque canals, balconied palazzi, and winding lanes.
Piazza San Marco is the principal square of Venice! The Piazza originated in the 9th century as a small area in front of the original St Mark's Basilica. It was enlarged to its present size and shape in 1177, when the Rio Batario, which had bounded it to the west, and a dock, which had isolated the Doge's Palace from the square, were filled in. The rearrangement was for the meeting of Pope Alexander III and the Emperor Frederick Barbarossa.
The Piazza has always been seen as the centre of Venice. It was the location of all the important offices of the Venetian state, and has been the seat of the archbishopric since the 19th century. It was also the focus for many of Venice's festivals. It is a greatly popular place in Italy even today.
With Sceptre Tours you will enjoy escourted walking tours of Venice and will witness the magnificance of Piazza San Marco! Sceptre Tours gives you the lowest prices on Italian vacation packages and European vacation packages! Choose Sceptre Tours for your next trip to Venice!
Piazza San Marco is the principal square of Venice! The Piazza originated in the 9th century as a small area in front of the original St Mark's Basilica. It was enlarged to its present size and shape in 1177, when the Rio Batario, which had bounded it to the west, and a dock, which had isolated the Doge's Palace from the square, were filled in. The rearrangement was for the meeting of Pope Alexander III and the Emperor Frederick Barbarossa.
The Piazza has always been seen as the centre of Venice. It was the location of all the important offices of the Venetian state, and has been the seat of the archbishopric since the 19th century. It was also the focus for many of Venice's festivals. It is a greatly popular place in Italy even today.
With Sceptre Tours you will enjoy escourted walking tours of Venice and will witness the magnificance of Piazza San Marco! Sceptre Tours gives you the lowest prices on Italian vacation packages and European vacation packages! Choose Sceptre Tours for your next trip to Venice!
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