Umbria is a beautiful hilly region in central Italy that produces excellent wines, olive oil and tobacco. Visitors will surely want to sample the Orvieto, Torgiano and Rosso di Montefalco vinos. The Umbrian provinces of Perugia and Terni is interestingly the only landlocked area in Italy that does not border another country.

Technology makes for easier traveling – Hattiesburg American

February 5th, 2012

Technology makes for easier traveling
Hattiesburg American
Facebook: When traveling with a 10-year-old and a 14-year-old for an extended period, it's important for them to be able to stay in touch with their friends. It works just as well for parents. 9.) Skype: The kids were able to communicate with their ...

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Cruising in wake of Concordia disaster – Minneapolis Star Tribune

February 4th, 2012

Lexington Herald Leader

Cruising in wake of Concordia disaster
Minneapolis Star Tribune
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Traveling Tunes: Festival Chorus Warms Up For España – The Choate News

February 4th, 2012

Traveling Tunes: Festival Chorus Warms Up For España
The Choate News
This will be their second international tour in two years, after their trip to Italy last spring break. Thirty-four students travelled to Italy last spring. “There are about the same number of people going this year,” said Mr. James Balmer, ...