Family Travel Program 2010

Linguistic & Cultural Adventures for Children

Children participate in a week-long program abroad exploring language, culture, architecture and art. Each day, trained teachers and tour guides take our children on unique excursions and customized adventures.

Parents are free to join their children or to explore the city on their own during program hours, 10-2pm. Upon arrival, each child will be given a gift bag containing items and souvenirs to accompany them on their journey!

Exclusive packages in Starwood Luxury Collection Five-Star Hotels. Since 2004, families have been enjoying our Family Travel Programs in Taormina, Venice and Florence.

Family Package Rates Starting At:
2 Adults & 1 Child: eur 3175
2 Adults & 2 Children: eur 4635
Includes:
7 Nights / Deluxe Rooms
Breakfast & Lunch
Children’s Program:
Monday - Friday, 10am - 2pm

Spring Break 2010

Rome at The Westin Excelsior
March 20th - 27th 2010
Since 1906, The Westin Excelsior, Rome is known for outstanding service in an exceptional setting. The hotel enjoys a prime location in the celebrated
Via Veneto district.

Florence at The Westin Excelsior
March 27th - April 3rd 2010
Neighboring the famous Ponte Vecchio, Uffizi Gallery and Pitti Palace, The Westin Excelsior, Florence, combines contemporary accommodations with seven centuries of Florentine history.

Summer 2010

Paris at The Westin
June 19th - 26th 2010
The Westin Paris offers magnificent views of the Tuileries gardens and Eiffel Tower. Overlooking the Tuileries garden and the Louvre Museum – the perfect balance between Parisian influence and the latest contemporary design.

Barcelona at W Hotel
June 26th - July 3rd 2010
Where Miró meets the Mediterranean and medieval quarters showcase modernist masterpieces, W Barcelona is an avant-garde icon created by the world-famous Ricardo Bofill, rising above the spectacular beach front in one of Europe’s most stylish cities.

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A Typical Day of Exploration...

Children’s Program Itinerary

9 - 10am: Breakfast at Hotel

10am: Meet in lobby with group, certified teacher and tour-guide

10:30am: Assortment of Activities & Workshops may include:
• Mask Making
• Cooking Class
• Walking Tour
• Explore Local Food Markets
• Bike Tour
• Marionette Theater
• Art & Architecture Discovery
• Museum Highlights
• Local Artisan Workshops

1:30pm: Lunch at Hotel - Learn how to order food in a new language while sampling local specialties

2pm: Parent pick-up

7pm: Group dinner at selected restaurant (Optional)