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August 30 to September 10, 2011
France, Italy, Corsica, Sardinia
aboard the tall ship S.Y. STAR FLYER
Few places on earth are more colorful, fragrant and picturesque than Provence and the islands and rivieras of the Ligurian Sea. Indeed, the south of France and the Mediterranean coast of Italy have enthralled locals and travelers alike since the height of the Greek and Roman empires. During the Middle Ages, Genoan traders left a lasting influence on the ports of call of this exclusive itinerary. Since then, luminaries from Napoleon to Cézanne and Van Gogh have left a mark here.
Join us to experience Provence in all its glory by land and the tony islands and rivieras of the Ligurian Sea under sail aboard a tall-masted sailing ship. This unique 12-day travel program begins in Avignon and Les beautés de Provence—Orange, Châteauneuf-du-Pape, St. Remy, Les Baux-de-Provence and Aix-en-Provence—and features an opportunity to attend a specially arranged “C’est Bon! Culinary Traditions” cooking class. In Avignon, spend three nights in the deluxe, historic Hôtel d’Europe, a 200-year-old mansion-turned-luxury-hotel that has hosted renowned figures such as Queen Astrid of Spain to Tennessee Williams. Then, sail under canvas aboard the Four-Star S.Y. STAR FLYER for seven nights on a cruise that combines the thrill of a lifetime on a tall ship with therelaxed ambiance and fine amenities found on the most modern cruise liners. If you wish, you can join in the spirit of the Golden Age of Sail and help the skilled crew hoist the sails as the ship follows the routes of the Genoans from chic Monte Carlo. Sail to Corsica, Sardinia and the tiny, unspoiled island of Giglio, seldom visited by American travelers. Experience theirunique cultures, an unforgettable combination of French and Italian influence. Arrive in style at legendary St. Tropez which retains the charms of the picturesque fishing village that, since the 1920s, has attracted artists including Matisse and Picasso. Spend a day in the Italian harbor town of Lerici, or choose to visit Renaissance Florence.
September, with its gentle weather, is the perfect time to experience the glories of Provence and Crusing the Islands and Rivieras of the Ligurian Sea. Space is limited, so I urge you to place your reservation soon, while Early Booking Savings are still available!
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