LIBERTYVILLE, Illinois – After squeezing every penny for the past couple of years, it may be time to splurge on a luxurious summer vacation. And what could be more enjoyable than a week wining, dining, and gazing at exquisite works of art and a green landscape of vineyards and medieval villages?
TourCrafters has designed a US$2,729 luxury gourmet package that starts with an exclusive Magnifica Class flight on Alitalia (and two sensational in-flight meals of Tuscan cuisine), continues with a three-night stay in Florence with more good eating, and ends with a three-night sojourn in the Tuscan countryside and tasting visits to three wineries.
The package includes:
โข Round-trip, business-class air to Florence from New York
โข Three nights in superior room at 4-star Hotel Kraft
โข Dinner at Florenceโs Buca San Giovanni
โข An Italian gelato at Vivoldi
โข Four daysโ car rental
โข Three nights in superior room at Villa Aurea in Cortona
โข Entrance to the hotel spa
โข Daily Italian buffet breakfast
โข Visit and tasting at Barone Ricasoli winery at Castello di Brolio
โข Visit and tasting at Folonari winery in Greve in Chianti
โข Visit and tasting at Melini winery in Poggibonsi
The package is valid from July 1 to 30, but must be booked by June 10. All prices quoted are per person, double occupancy, do not include fuel surcharges and airport taxes of approximately US$425, and are subject to availability and change. Reservations must be paid for within 72 hours of booking. For additional information, visit www.tourcrafters.com. For reservations, call 800-482-5995.