(2) Street Address: City: State: ZIP: Home: ( ) Cell: ( ) Sharing with. (Form sent separately.) I/we authorize you to make my/our reservations as follows: Land Program and AHI FlexAir I/we reserve the Land Program and request the round-trip AHI FlexAir to Milan, Italy, to depart from: Departure City Please contact me regarding air options. Please send me information on upgrading my flights. Land Program I/we will make my/our own air arrangements and transfers. Single Accommodations I prefer single accommodations (supplement waived, limited availaility). Reservations are suject to availaility and processed on a first come, first served asis. Reservations to e paid in full y March 31, 2016 (75 days prior to departure). Reservations received after this date must e accompanied y payment in full. Final payment may e made y personal check, MasterCard, Visa, Discover or Amex. Make checks payale to AHI International. Enclosed is a deposit of ($600 per person required) to reserve place(s). Accept my check made payale to AHI International. Charge my: MasterCard Visa Discover Amex Card # Expires / NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicale, visas, entry/departure fees; personal gratuities; laundry and dry cleaning; excursions, wines, liquors, mineral waters and meals not mentioned in this rochure under included features; travel insurance; all items of a strictly personal nature. MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to decline to accept or to retain any person as a memer of this trip who, in the opinion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel or whose physical or mental condition may constitute a danger to themselves or to others on the trip, suject only to the requirement that the portion of the total amount paid which corresponds to the unused services and accommodations e refunded. Passengers requiring special assistance, including without limitation those who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, must e accompanied y someone who is fit and ale to assist them, and who will e totally responsile for providing all required assistance. AIR TRANSPORTATION-The price of air transportation offered y AHI Travel is ased on Advance Purchase Excursion fares. After tickets are issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket price may e levied. If connecting flights are requested, special promotional fares may e used, in which case penalties of as much as 100% may e assessed y the airlines if reservations are changed or canceled after ticketing. After departure, if the reservations are changed, you will e charged the higher, all year Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINERARY MUST BE REQUESTED NO LATER THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to make their own airline reservations independently will e wholly responsile for any airline fees or penalties incurred as a result of program cancellation and/or change in travel dates, or airline schedule(s). BAGGAGE-Baggage restrictions vary according to the airline policy and the class of service flown. Details will e provided with your pre-departure information. Baggage allowances are suject to change y the carrier without notice. Excess aggage charges for additional or oversized/overweight pieces are expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your wardroe accordingly. Transport of aggage and personal effects is at the owner's risk throughout the travel program. AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES AND AUDIO RECORDINGS-On occasion, AHI Travel otains, from its staff, or from trip participants, photographic or video images of passengers and trip activities. By participating in this travel program, you authorize AHI Travel, without providing compensation to you, or otaining additional approvals from you, to include photographic and video recordings of you, as well as voice recordings included with any videos, in AHI Travel's sales, marketing, advertising, pulicity and/or training activities. RESPONSIBILITY-AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association do not own or operate any entity which provides goods or services for this program, and act only as agents for the independent suppliers of travel conveyance, transport, accommodations or other services. All such persons or entities are independent contractors. As a result, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not liale for any negligence or willful act of any such person or entity or any third person. In addition and without limitation, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not responsile for any delays, delayed departure or arrival, missed carrier connections, loss, death, damage or injury to person or property or accident, mechanical defect, failure or negligence of any nature howsoever caused in connection with any accommodations, transportation or other services or for any sustitution of hotels or of common carrier equipment, with or without notice, or for any additional expenses occasioned therey. Dates, Program Details and Tour costs, although given in good faith and ased on tariffs, exchange rates and other information current at the time of printing, are suject to change at or efore the time of departure. No revisions of the printed itinerary or its included features are anticipated; however, the right is reserved to make any changes, with or without notice, that might ecome necessary, with the mutual understanding that any additional expenses will e paid y the individual passenger. Baggage and personal effects are the sole responsiility of the owners at all times. If the entire program is canceled for any reason, participants shall have no claim other than for a full refund. By forwarding the deposit, the passenger certifies that he/she has no physical, mental or other condition of disaility that would create a hazard for himself/herself or other passengers and accepts the terms of this contract set out herein and in more specific pre-departure passenger information. The airlines and other transportation companies concerned are not to e held responsile for any act, omission, or event, during the time passengers are not on oard their conveyances. The passage contract in use, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract etween the company(ies) and the passenger and/or purchaser of this trip. CANCELLATION-In addition to airline cancellation penalties, all cancellations for any reason whatsoever will e suject to a $250 per person administrative fee. {Please note that you may choose, at the time of cancellation, to apply the withheld administrative fee to a future AHI Travel program that will operate in the current calendar year or year following.} Cancellation from 120 days to 76 days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of 10% of the entire cost of the trip per person; 75-30 days, 50% of the trip cost per person; cancellation from 29 days up to the time of departure will result in 100% forfeiture of the entire cost of the trip. TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE IS AVAILABLE. AN APPLICATION WILL BE SENT AFTER YOU RESERVE. All cancellations must e sumitted in writing to AHI International Corporation. Please note: Any payment to AHI International constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out herein, including ut not limited to the cancellation terms. Our personalized air program allows you to select your flights, routing, class of service and dates of travel in consultation with one of our experienced Passenger Service Representatives. Airfares will vary, depending on airline, routing and class of service. In most cases, transfers etween the airport and hotel/cruise ship will e included on arrival and departure days. Your Passenger Service Representative will provide you with all of the details you need to guarantee your transfer. Book your air with us to ensure assistance in the case of schedule changes or delays that may impact your air travel plans. AHI FlexAir participants automatically receive flight insurance worth up to $250,000, suject to policy terms. When you comine all this with the aility to continue lifelong learning amid the pleasurale company of fellow Texas Exes, you have the ingredients for a very special experience aroad. Space is limited, so your early reservation is essential. Please contact Ms. Jere Davis at 512/8405628 or 800/594-3938, or jere@texasexes.org with questions or to make a reservation. Or you may fax the reservation form to her at 512/672-6134. Best regards, Leslie Cedar BS '89, MBA '98 CEO and Executive Director Texas Exes Calif. Seller of Travel Reg. No. 2028271-20, Fla. ST Reg. No. ST-36196, Iowa ST Reg. No. 520, Nevada ST Reg. No. 2003-0257, Ohio ST Reg. No. 8889139, Wash. State ST Reg. No. 601-820-781. PARTICIPATING AIRLINES-all IATA and ARC memer carriers. 2015 AHI Travel Printed in the USA. Stresa Presorted Std. U.S. Postage Paid AHI Travel Milan June 14-22, 2016 Every traveler's participation in the Texas Exes Flying Longhorns travel program helps to further the Association's core purpose: to ecome indispensale to the UT family, connecting and engaging supporters with each other and UT. We do so through a wide array of programs among which are scholarships to deserving UT students; student leadership development; worldwide networking; and legislative advocacy. (Signature as it appears on credit card) AHI FLEXAIR Enjoy preferred access to popular attractions and an educational program that will enhance your appreciation of the people and the culture. This trip comines the security, ease and value of group travel with opportunities for independent exploration. discounts and pricing. MAgniFicEnT LAkE DiSTRicT program information, ITALY S wesite for the most current Please join us to discover Italy s Lake District on this spectacular journey through the eauty of northern Italy. We will explore picturesque islands, stroll through gorgeous gardens and villas, visit historic palaces and cathedrals, and emrace splendid art and architecture. You can experience the incredile eauty that has inspired writers and poets as you live la dolce vita. Please call or refer to our *Special Price valid if ooked y the date found on the address panel. VAT is an additional $295 per person. All prices quoted are in USD, per person, ased on doule occupancy and do not include air transportation costs (unless otherwise stated). Single supplement waived for solo travelers! This offer is limited, capacity controlled and tends to sell out quickly. Dear Texas Ex, AHI Travel s mission is to deliver inspirational educational and cultural travel programs that delight travelers. With AHI you can rely on: Experienced Travel Directors who attend to every detail of your journey. An exceptional travel value. Unique access to local sites. Flexiility and customization. Safety and security. Special Price* $3,255* Join alumni and friends on this educational journey of a lifetime! (1) Special Savings $250 Full Legal Name (exactly as it appears on passport) Full Price $3,505 Orta San Giulio Memership in The Texas Exes is a requirement for participation in the Flying Longhorns travel program. At least one memership is required from among each family traveling. Alumni, friends of the University, UT faculty and staff, and parents of current UT students are welcome to join. Our dues are 80% tax-deductile! June 15-22, 2016 TO MAKE A RESERVATION: Please call Jere Davis at 800/594-3938 or 512/840-5628 to pay the deposit with your credit card and/or ask questions. Or, you may fax this completed form to her at 512/672-6134. Note: For your protection, we do not accept credit card details via email. LAND PROGRAM ITALAKES16 32 Trip #:11-22745W P. O. Box 7278 Austin, TX 78713 Reserve your trip to Italy today! NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT FOR SOLO TRAVELERS Sponsored y JUNE 14-22, 2016
P ROGRAM H IGHLIGHTS ITALY S MAGNIFICENT LAKE DISTRICT > Solo traveler friendly; single supplement waived (limited availaility). > Enjoy accommodations on Lake Maggiore in Stresa. > Cruise lakes Maggiore and Como, the great lakes of Italy, y private oat. > Explore Lake Orta and the island of San Giulio. > Admire historic, aroque villas and exotic gardens while exploring the Borromean Islands. > Discover the virant city of Milan. > Experience an interactive cooking lesson at a restaurant overlooking Lake Maggiore. > Visit Villa Taranto and admire its eautiful otanic gardens. scenic splendor of azure waters Alumni Campus Aroad Advantages W Bellagio The unique, value-added features of Alumni Campus Aroad programs deliver an outstanding educational A carefully selected hotel with comfortale accommodations is perfect for exploring the region s renowned landmarks and off-the-eaten-path treasures while providing the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture and lifestyle. Groups are limited to 36 travelers to maximize your An extensive meal plan is seasoned with traditional specialties. Meet the People opportunities allow you to interact with local residents and gain personal insight into their everyday lives. Knowledgeale guides lead your excursions and local experts present insightful educational lectures. An experienced Campus Director ensures attentive service for the duration of your stay. All gratuities for excursion guides and drivers are included. here Italy kisses Switzerland, glacial lakes sparkle in the sun. Surrounded y the foothills of the Alps and romantic villas, the lakes are aundant with lush vistas. This region of Italy formally known as Lomardy, ut also called the Lake District has long een a favorite of artists and writers. It has also een a center of commerce since the Ages. Explore the colorful towns around the lakes and the sophisticated city of Milan, Italy s economic and fashion capital. Emrace the serene and the spectacular in Italy s Magnificent Lake District. Isola San Giulio, Lake Orta I NCLUDED F EATURES Accommodations Seven nights in Stresa at the first-class Hotel La Palma. The reathtaking natural eauty of Italy s Lake District has drawn everyone from Renaissance noles to contemporary celerities to gaze at la ella vista. You ll do the same from Stresa, a picturesque town that overlooks the Borromean Islands and Lake Maggiore. As your home for this enchanting exploration of villages, villas and vistas, Stresa offers the est of the Lake District s legendary culture, cuisine and eauty. Meals Cruising Lake Maggiore Borromean Islands day one Depart your gateway city for Milan, Italy.A A Provided for AHI FlexAir participants. day two d STRESA, ITALY Upon arrival in Milan, transfera to Stresa and the Hotel La Palma on Lake Maggiore. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception and Dinner at the hotel. day three d LAKE ORTA Educational Focus: The Development of the Lake District. Learn aout Italy s Lake District, a haven of Alpine peaks, gardens and lakes that have een influenced throughout history y many historical figures. Excursion: Lake Orta. Enjoy a scenic drive to Lake Orta. Take a walking tour of Orta San Giulio, a eautiful resort town that sits on the peninsula that juts into the lake. Then, oard a oat to visit Isola San Giulio, the island in the lake, to see the spectacular frescoes in a fourth-century asilica. Independent Exploration: Enjoy some free time in Orta San Guilio for lunch and exploring on your own. Educational Focus: The Gardens of Lake Maggiore. Learn the history of the powerful Borromeo family and how they transformed the tranquil islands that now are named after them into splendid retreats featuring palaces and landscaped gardens. day four l BORROMEAN ISLANDS Educational Focus: Golden Age of the Renaissance. Delve into the true genius of Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie UNESCO The Church and Dominican Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie with Leonardo da Vinci s The Supper in Milan is a UNESCO World Heritage site featured in this program. day eight Detail: The Supper, Milan Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo and trace their profound influences on sculpture and painting. Excursion: The Borromean Islands. Cruise Lake Maggiore aoard a private oat to Isola Madre, the largest of the Borromean Islands. Enjoy a guided visit of its extensive otanical gardens. The tranquil English-style gardens are filled with exotic flowers, rare plants and ancient trees. Then, emrace the rustic charm of the peaceful fishing village of Isola dei Pescatori. Stroll its narrow streets lined y the quaint houses of the hard-working fishermen and their families who call this island home. Finally, visit Isola Bella, the Beautiful Island, extolled y writers over the centuries. Explore its 17th-century aroque palace and summer house that is home to a mosaic grotto and an astounding collection of art and antiques. Stroll through hanging gardens adorned with Greek and Roman statuary while listening to rare irds. Local Flavor: Savor a delicious lunch at a restaurant on Isola dei Pescatori. Independent Exploration: Shop Bellagio s outiques or stroll along the waterfront. Excursion: Como. Travel y private oat from Bellagio to Como. Discover how the town has kept much of its ancient Roman street plan. Begin your walking tour at Piazza Cavour, which fronts the lake and is lined with cafés, hotels and shops. Independent Exploration: Discover more of Como at your leisure. Browse through the shops or walk along the lake. Independent Exploration: Enjoy time at leisure this evening in Stresa. day five MILAN Excursion: A Cultural Visit to Milan. See some of the world s most stunning art and architecture in Milan. Enjoy a memorale trip to the eautiful Renaissance Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie to see Leonardo s magnificent The Supper. Then, visit the museum at the legendary La Scala, Italy s opulent, premier opera house. Enter the flamoyant 14th-century Duomo, a Gothic masterpiece defended y 2,244 marle saints and nearly 100 scowling gargoyles. Independent Exploration: Spend time at leisure getting to know cosmopolitan and cultural Milan. a neighorhood restaurant or sidewalk café while sampling local specialties. Educational Focus: Contemporary Italy. Enjoy an engaging discussion of Italy s current economy, politics, society and role in the European Union. Cultural Event: Meet the People. Learn aout daily Italian life from local residents. day seven l d BELLAGIO COMO Excursion: Bellagio. Enjoy a oat ride to Bellagio on. Explore Bellagio, where you will roam narrow lanes and day six covered walkways lined with pastel houses. Admire the 18th- and 19th-century villas uilt STRESA y the region s nole families. Independent Exploration: The day is at leisure to pursue your own interests. Use this Local Flavor: Enjoy a delicious lunch at time to sightsee or shop in Stresa, or relax at a lakeside restaurant. l d PALLANZA Cultural Event and Local Flavor: Learn the secrets of traditional Italian cuisine during an interactive cooking lesson at a restaurant efore savoring lunch. Excursion: Villa Taranto. Travel to Pallanza to visit the late-19th-century Villa Taranto. Scottish Captain Neil McEacharn ought the villa in 1931. He transformed the grounds into one of Europe s most eautiful otanic gardens, containing some 20,000 different plant varieties including dahlias, water lilies and flowering trees. This evening, attend a special Farewell Reception and Graduation Ceremony, followed y a Farewell Dinner. day nine Enjoy an extensive meal program, featuring seven reakfasts, three lunches and four dinners. Tea or coffee is included with all meals, plus wine with dinner. Take advantage of leisure time to try local cuisine independently. Sample authentic regional specialties at local restaurants. Attend a special Welcome Reception and Dinner. Gather for a Farewell Reception and Graduation Ceremony followed y a Farewell Dinner. Your Exciting Travel Program (For details, see the day-y-day itinerary.) Informative educational programs, presented y local experts, will enhance your insight into the region. Personal VOX listening devices allow you to hear every word from your expert, English-speaking guides. All excursions: Visit Lake Orta and its island. Discover Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands: Isola Bella, Isola Madre and Isola dei Pescatori. Explore cosmopolitan Milan. Cruise to the lakeside towns of Bellagio and Como. Enjoy an Italian cooking lesson. Admire the colorful Villa Taranto in Pallanza. Many Included Extras IN TRANSIT After reakfast, transfer to the airport for the return flights your gateway city.a Consultation services of a dedicated Passenger Service Representative prior to departure. Note: Due to operational conditions, the order of events in this itinerary will vary depending upon your travel dates. A date-specific itinerary will e sent to you prior to departure. Some events on this program involve an element of walking. Included meals indicated each day as B/L/D = Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Services of an experienced Campus Director. Detailed travel and destination information to assist in your planning. Tipping of excursion guides and drivers. Complimentary travel wallet. Isola Bella A C C O M M O D AT I O N S Hotel la Palma stresa The Hotel La Palma is situated in a quiet, centrally located neighorhood on the anks of Lake Maggiore. The hotel offers a stylish restaurant specializing in Italian and international cuisine as well as a stunning rooftop lounge. Take a dip in the lakeside pool, which affords super views of the Borromean Islands, and soak up sunshine on the poolside terrace or the hotel s private each. Enjoy a workout in the panoramic fitness room, or relax in the sauna, whirlpool or solarium. Each well-appointed guest room features its own terrace or alcony. The hotel also offers a 24-hour front desk, a concierge, a currency exchange, a usiness center, and laundry and dry cleaning services. Complimentary Wi-Fi is availale.
(2) Street Address: City: State: ZIP: Home: ( ) Cell: ( ) Sharing with. (Form sent separately.) I/we authorize you to make my/our reservations as follows: Land Program and AHI FlexAir I/we reserve the Land Program and request the round-trip AHI FlexAir to Milan, Italy, to depart from: Departure City Please contact me regarding air options. Please send me information on upgrading my flights. Land Program I/we will make my/our own air arrangements and transfers. Single Accommodations I prefer single accommodations (supplement waived, limited availaility). Reservations are suject to availaility and processed on a first come, first served asis. Reservations to e paid in full y March 31, 2016 (75 days prior to departure). Reservations received after this date must e accompanied y payment in full. Final payment may e made y personal check, MasterCard, Visa, Discover or Amex. Make checks payale to AHI International. Enclosed is a deposit of ($600 per person required) to reserve place(s). Accept my check made payale to AHI International. Charge my: MasterCard Visa Discover Amex Card # Expires / NOT INCLUDED-Fees for passports and, if applicale, visas, entry/departure fees; personal gratuities; laundry and dry cleaning; excursions, wines, liquors, mineral waters and meals not mentioned in this rochure under included features; travel insurance; all items of a strictly personal nature. MOBILITY AND FITNESS TO TRAVEL-The right is retained to decline to accept or to retain any person as a memer of this trip who, in the opinion of AHI Travel is unfit for travel or whose physical or mental condition may constitute a danger to themselves or to others on the trip, suject only to the requirement that the portion of the total amount paid which corresponds to the unused services and accommodations e refunded. Passengers requiring special assistance, including without limitation those who permanently or periodically use a wheelchair, must e accompanied y someone who is fit and ale to assist them, and who will e totally responsile for providing all required assistance. AIR TRANSPORTATION-The price of air transportation offered y AHI Travel is ased on Advance Purchase Excursion fares. After tickets are issued, penalties up to 100% of the ticket price may e levied. If connecting flights are requested, special promotional fares may e used, in which case penalties of as much as 100% may e assessed y the airlines if reservations are changed or canceled after ticketing. After departure, if the reservations are changed, you will e charged the higher, all year Economy class fare. VARIATIONS TO THE GROUP ITINERARY MUST BE REQUESTED NO LATER THAN 60 DAYS PRIOR TO DEPARTURE. Passengers who choose to make their own airline reservations independently will e wholly responsile for any airline fees or penalties incurred as a result of program cancellation and/or change in travel dates, or airline schedule(s). BAGGAGE-Baggage restrictions vary according to the airline policy and the class of service flown. Details will e provided with your pre-departure information. Baggage allowances are suject to change y the carrier without notice. Excess aggage charges for additional or oversized/overweight pieces are expensive and not included in your trip price; plan your wardroe accordingly. Transport of aggage and personal effects is at the owner's risk throughout the travel program. AUTHORITY TO USE IMAGES AND AUDIO RECORDINGS-On occasion, AHI Travel otains, from its staff, or from trip participants, photographic or video images of passengers and trip activities. By participating in this travel program, you authorize AHI Travel, without providing compensation to you, or otaining additional approvals from you, to include photographic and video recordings of you, as well as voice recordings included with any videos, in AHI Travel's sales, marketing, advertising, pulicity and/or training activities. RESPONSIBILITY-AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association do not own or operate any entity which provides goods or services for this program, and act only as agents for the independent suppliers of travel conveyance, transport, accommodations or other services. All such persons or entities are independent contractors. As a result, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not liale for any negligence or willful act of any such person or entity or any third person. In addition and without limitation, AHI Travel and the Sponsoring Association are not responsile for any delays, delayed departure or arrival, missed carrier connections, loss, death, damage or injury to person or property or accident, mechanical defect, failure or negligence of any nature howsoever caused in connection with any accommodations, transportation or other services or for any sustitution of hotels or of common carrier equipment, with or without notice, or for any additional expenses occasioned therey. Dates, Program Details and Tour costs, although given in good faith and ased on tariffs, exchange rates and other information current at the time of printing, are suject to change at or efore the time of departure. No revisions of the printed itinerary or its included features are anticipated; however, the right is reserved to make any changes, with or without notice, that might ecome necessary, with the mutual understanding that any additional expenses will e paid y the individual passenger. Baggage and personal effects are the sole responsiility of the owners at all times. If the entire program is canceled for any reason, participants shall have no claim other than for a full refund. By forwarding the deposit, the passenger certifies that he/she has no physical, mental or other condition of disaility that would create a hazard for himself/herself or other passengers and accepts the terms of this contract set out herein and in more specific pre-departure passenger information. The airlines and other transportation companies concerned are not to e held responsile for any act, omission, or event, during the time passengers are not on oard their conveyances. The passage contract in use, when issued, shall constitute the sole contract etween the company(ies) and the passenger and/or purchaser of this trip. CANCELLATION-In addition to airline cancellation penalties, all cancellations for any reason whatsoever will e suject to a $250 per person administrative fee. {Please note that you may choose, at the time of cancellation, to apply the withheld administrative fee to a future AHI Travel program that will operate in the current calendar year or year following.} Cancellation from 120 days to 76 days prior to departure will result in forfeiture of 10% of the entire cost of the trip per person; 75-30 days, 50% of the trip cost per person; cancellation from 29 days up to the time of departure will result in 100% forfeiture of the entire cost of the trip. TRIP CANCELLATION INSURANCE IS AVAILABLE. AN APPLICATION WILL BE SENT AFTER YOU RESERVE. All cancellations must e sumitted in writing to AHI International Corporation. Please note: Any payment to AHI International constitutes your acceptance of the terms and conditions set out herein, including ut not limited to the cancellation terms. Our personalized air program allows you to select your flights, routing, class of service and dates of travel in consultation with one of our experienced Passenger Service Representatives. Airfares will vary, depending on airline, routing and class of service. In most cases, transfers etween the airport and hotel/cruise ship will e included on arrival and departure days. Your Passenger Service Representative will provide you with all of the details you need to guarantee your transfer. Book your air with us to ensure assistance in the case of schedule changes or delays that may impact your air travel plans. AHI FlexAir participants automatically receive flight insurance worth up to $250,000, suject to policy terms. When you comine all this with the aility to continue lifelong learning amid the pleasurale company of fellow Texas Exes, you have the ingredients for a very special experience aroad. Space is limited, so your early reservation is essential. Please contact Ms. Jere Davis at 512/8405628 or 800/594-3938, or jere@texasexes.org with questions or to make a reservation. Or you may fax the reservation form to her at 512/672-6134. Best regards, Leslie Cedar BS '89, MBA '98 CEO and Executive Director Texas Exes Calif. Seller of Travel Reg. No. 2028271-20, Fla. ST Reg. No. ST-36196, Iowa ST Reg. No. 520, Nevada ST Reg. No. 2003-0257, Ohio ST Reg. No. 8889139, Wash. State ST Reg. No. 601-820-781. PARTICIPATING AIRLINES-all IATA and ARC memer carriers. 2015 AHI Travel Printed in the USA. Stresa Presorted Std. U.S. Postage Paid AHI Travel Milan June 14-22, 2016 Every traveler's participation in the Texas Exes Flying Longhorns travel program helps to further the Association's core purpose: to ecome indispensale to the UT family, connecting and engaging supporters with each other and UT. We do so through a wide array of programs among which are scholarships to deserving UT students; student leadership development; worldwide networking; and legislative advocacy. (Signature as it appears on credit card) AHI FLEXAIR Enjoy preferred access to popular attractions and an educational program that will enhance your appreciation of the people and the culture. This trip comines the security, ease and value of group travel with opportunities for independent exploration. discounts and pricing. MAgniFicEnT LAkE DiSTRicT program information, ITALY S wesite for the most current Please join us to discover Italy s Lake District on this spectacular journey through the eauty of northern Italy. We will explore picturesque islands, stroll through gorgeous gardens and villas, visit historic palaces and cathedrals, and emrace splendid art and architecture. You can experience the incredile eauty that has inspired writers and poets as you live la dolce vita. Please call or refer to our *Special Price valid if ooked y the date found on the address panel. VAT is an additional $295 per person. All prices quoted are in USD, per person, ased on doule occupancy and do not include air transportation costs (unless otherwise stated). Single supplement waived for solo travelers! This offer is limited, capacity controlled and tends to sell out quickly. Dear Texas Ex, AHI Travel s mission is to deliver inspirational educational and cultural travel programs that delight travelers. With AHI you can rely on: Experienced Travel Directors who attend to every detail of your journey. An exceptional travel value. Unique access to local sites. Flexiility and customization. Safety and security. Special Price* $3,255* Join alumni and friends on this educational journey of a lifetime! (1) Special Savings $250 Full Legal Name (exactly as it appears on passport) Full Price $3,505 Orta San Giulio Memership in The Texas Exes is a requirement for participation in the Flying Longhorns travel program. At least one memership is required from among each family traveling. Alumni, friends of the University, UT faculty and staff, and parents of current UT students are welcome to join. Our dues are 80% tax-deductile! June 15-22, 2016 TO MAKE A RESERVATION: Please call Jere Davis at 800/594-3938 or 512/840-5628 to pay the deposit with your credit card and/or ask questions. Or, you may fax this completed form to her at 512/672-6134. Note: For your protection, we do not accept credit card details via email. LAND PROGRAM ITALAKES16 32 Trip #:11-22745W P. O. Box 7278 Austin, TX 78713 Reserve your trip to Italy today! NO SINGLE SUPPLEMENT FOR SOLO TRAVELERS Sponsored y JUNE 14-22, 2016
P ROGRAM H IGHLIGHTS ITALY S MAGNIFICENT LAKE DISTRICT > Solo traveler friendly; single supplement waived (limited availaility). > Enjoy accommodations on Lake Maggiore in Stresa. > Cruise lakes Maggiore and Como, the great lakes of Italy, y private oat. > Explore Lake Orta and the island of San Giulio. > Admire historic, aroque villas and exotic gardens while exploring the Borromean Islands. > Discover the virant city of Milan. > Experience an interactive cooking lesson at a restaurant overlooking Lake Maggiore. > Visit Villa Taranto and admire its eautiful otanic gardens. scenic splendor of azure waters Alumni Campus Aroad Advantages W Bellagio The unique, value-added features of Alumni Campus Aroad programs deliver an outstanding educational A carefully selected hotel with comfortale accommodations is perfect for exploring the region s renowned landmarks and off-the-eaten-path treasures while providing the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture and lifestyle. Groups are limited to 36 travelers to maximize your An extensive meal plan is seasoned with traditional specialties. Meet the People opportunities allow you to interact with local residents and gain personal insight into their everyday lives. Knowledgeale guides lead your excursions and local experts present insightful educational lectures. An experienced Campus Director ensures attentive service for the duration of your stay. All gratuities for excursion guides and drivers are included. here Italy kisses Switzerland, glacial lakes sparkle in the sun. Surrounded y the foothills of the Alps and romantic villas, the lakes are aundant with lush vistas. This region of Italy formally known as Lomardy, ut also called the Lake District has long een a favorite of artists and writers. It has also een a center of commerce since the Ages. Explore the colorful towns around the lakes and the sophisticated city of Milan, Italy s economic and fashion capital. Emrace the serene and the spectacular in Italy s Magnificent Lake District. Isola San Giulio, Lake Orta I NCLUDED F EATURES Accommodations Seven nights in Stresa at the first-class Hotel La Palma. The reathtaking natural eauty of Italy s Lake District has drawn everyone from Renaissance noles to contemporary celerities to gaze at la ella vista. You ll do the same from Stresa, a picturesque town that overlooks the Borromean Islands and Lake Maggiore. As your home for this enchanting exploration of villages, villas and vistas, Stresa offers the est of the Lake District s legendary culture, cuisine and eauty. Meals Cruising Lake Maggiore Borromean Islands day one Depart your gateway city for Milan, Italy.A A Provided for AHI FlexAir participants. day two d STRESA, ITALY Upon arrival in Milan, transfera to Stresa and the Hotel La Palma on Lake Maggiore. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception and Dinner at the hotel. day three d LAKE ORTA Educational Focus: The Development of the Lake District. Learn aout Italy s Lake District, a haven of Alpine peaks, gardens and lakes that have een influenced throughout history y many historical figures. Excursion: Lake Orta. Enjoy a scenic drive to Lake Orta. Take a walking tour of Orta San Giulio, a eautiful resort town that sits on the peninsula that juts into the lake. Then, oard a oat to visit Isola San Giulio, the island in the lake, to see the spectacular frescoes in a fourth-century asilica. Independent Exploration: Enjoy some free time in Orta San Guilio for lunch and exploring on your own. Educational Focus: The Gardens of Lake Maggiore. Learn the history of the powerful Borromeo family and how they transformed the tranquil islands that now are named after them into splendid retreats featuring palaces and landscaped gardens. day four l BORROMEAN ISLANDS Educational Focus: Golden Age of the Renaissance. Delve into the true genius of Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie UNESCO The Church and Dominican Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie with Leonardo da Vinci s The Supper in Milan is a UNESCO World Heritage site featured in this program. day eight Detail: The Supper, Milan Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo and trace their profound influences on sculpture and painting. Excursion: The Borromean Islands. Cruise Lake Maggiore aoard a private oat to Isola Madre, the largest of the Borromean Islands. Enjoy a guided visit of its extensive otanical gardens. The tranquil English-style gardens are filled with exotic flowers, rare plants and ancient trees. Then, emrace the rustic charm of the peaceful fishing village of Isola dei Pescatori. Stroll its narrow streets lined y the quaint houses of the hard-working fishermen and their families who call this island home. Finally, visit Isola Bella, the Beautiful Island, extolled y writers over the centuries. Explore its 17th-century aroque palace and summer house that is home to a mosaic grotto and an astounding collection of art and antiques. Stroll through hanging gardens adorned with Greek and Roman statuary while listening to rare irds. Local Flavor: Savor a delicious lunch at a restaurant on Isola dei Pescatori. Independent Exploration: Shop Bellagio s outiques or stroll along the waterfront. Excursion: Como. Travel y private oat from Bellagio to Como. Discover how the town has kept much of its ancient Roman street plan. Begin your walking tour at Piazza Cavour, which fronts the lake and is lined with cafés, hotels and shops. Independent Exploration: Discover more of Como at your leisure. Browse through the shops or walk along the lake. Independent Exploration: Enjoy time at leisure this evening in Stresa. day five MILAN Excursion: A Cultural Visit to Milan. See some of the world s most stunning art and architecture in Milan. Enjoy a memorale trip to the eautiful Renaissance Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie to see Leonardo s magnificent The Supper. Then, visit the museum at the legendary La Scala, Italy s opulent, premier opera house. Enter the flamoyant 14th-century Duomo, a Gothic masterpiece defended y 2,244 marle saints and nearly 100 scowling gargoyles. Independent Exploration: Spend time at leisure getting to know cosmopolitan and cultural Milan. a neighorhood restaurant or sidewalk café while sampling local specialties. Educational Focus: Contemporary Italy. Enjoy an engaging discussion of Italy s current economy, politics, society and role in the European Union. Cultural Event: Meet the People. Learn aout daily Italian life from local residents. day seven l d BELLAGIO COMO Excursion: Bellagio. Enjoy a oat ride to Bellagio on. Explore Bellagio, where you will roam narrow lanes and day six covered walkways lined with pastel houses. Admire the 18th- and 19th-century villas uilt STRESA y the region s nole families. Independent Exploration: The day is at leisure to pursue your own interests. Use this Local Flavor: Enjoy a delicious lunch at time to sightsee or shop in Stresa, or relax at a lakeside restaurant. l d PALLANZA Cultural Event and Local Flavor: Learn the secrets of traditional Italian cuisine during an interactive cooking lesson at a restaurant efore savoring lunch. Excursion: Villa Taranto. Travel to Pallanza to visit the late-19th-century Villa Taranto. Scottish Captain Neil McEacharn ought the villa in 1931. He transformed the grounds into one of Europe s most eautiful otanic gardens, containing some 20,000 different plant varieties including dahlias, water lilies and flowering trees. This evening, attend a special Farewell Reception and Graduation Ceremony, followed y a Farewell Dinner. day nine Enjoy an extensive meal program, featuring seven reakfasts, three lunches and four dinners. Tea or coffee is included with all meals, plus wine with dinner. Take advantage of leisure time to try local cuisine independently. Sample authentic regional specialties at local restaurants. Attend a special Welcome Reception and Dinner. Gather for a Farewell Reception and Graduation Ceremony followed y a Farewell Dinner. Your Exciting Travel Program (For details, see the day-y-day itinerary.) Informative educational programs, presented y local experts, will enhance your insight into the region. Personal VOX listening devices allow you to hear every word from your expert, English-speaking guides. All excursions: Visit Lake Orta and its island. Discover Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands: Isola Bella, Isola Madre and Isola dei Pescatori. Explore cosmopolitan Milan. Cruise to the lakeside towns of Bellagio and Como. Enjoy an Italian cooking lesson. Admire the colorful Villa Taranto in Pallanza. Many Included Extras IN TRANSIT After reakfast, transfer to the airport for the return flights your gateway city.a Consultation services of a dedicated Passenger Service Representative prior to departure. Note: Due to operational conditions, the order of events in this itinerary will vary depending upon your travel dates. A date-specific itinerary will e sent to you prior to departure. Some events on this program involve an element of walking. Included meals indicated each day as B/L/D = Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Services of an experienced Campus Director. Detailed travel and destination information to assist in your planning. Tipping of excursion guides and drivers. Complimentary travel wallet. Isola Bella A C C O M M O D AT I O N S Hotel la Palma stresa The Hotel La Palma is situated in a quiet, centrally located neighorhood on the anks of Lake Maggiore. The hotel offers a stylish restaurant specializing in Italian and international cuisine as well as a stunning rooftop lounge. Take a dip in the lakeside pool, which affords super views of the Borromean Islands, and soak up sunshine on the poolside terrace or the hotel s private each. Enjoy a workout in the panoramic fitness room, or relax in the sauna, whirlpool or solarium. Each well-appointed guest room features its own terrace or alcony. The hotel also offers a 24-hour front desk, a concierge, a currency exchange, a usiness center, and laundry and dry cleaning services. Complimentary Wi-Fi is availale.
P ROGRAM H IGHLIGHTS ITALY S MAGNIFICENT LAKE DISTRICT > Solo traveler friendly; single supplement waived (limited availaility). > Enjoy accommodations on Lake Maggiore in Stresa. > Cruise lakes Maggiore and Como, the great lakes of Italy, y private oat. > Explore Lake Orta and the island of San Giulio. > Admire historic, aroque villas and exotic gardens while exploring the Borromean Islands. > Discover the virant city of Milan. > Experience an interactive cooking lesson at a restaurant overlooking Lake Maggiore. > Visit Villa Taranto and admire its eautiful otanic gardens. scenic splendor of azure waters Alumni Campus Aroad Advantages W Bellagio The unique, value-added features of Alumni Campus Aroad programs deliver an outstanding educational A carefully selected hotel with comfortale accommodations is perfect for exploring the region s renowned landmarks and off-the-eaten-path treasures while providing the opportunity to immerse yourself in the local culture and lifestyle. Groups are limited to 36 travelers to maximize your An extensive meal plan is seasoned with traditional specialties. Meet the People opportunities allow you to interact with local residents and gain personal insight into their everyday lives. Knowledgeale guides lead your excursions and local experts present insightful educational lectures. An experienced Campus Director ensures attentive service for the duration of your stay. All gratuities for excursion guides and drivers are included. here Italy kisses Switzerland, glacial lakes sparkle in the sun. Surrounded y the foothills of the Alps and romantic villas, the lakes are aundant with lush vistas. This region of Italy formally known as Lomardy, ut also called the Lake District has long een a favorite of artists and writers. It has also een a center of commerce since the Ages. Explore the colorful towns around the lakes and the sophisticated city of Milan, Italy s economic and fashion capital. Emrace the serene and the spectacular in Italy s Magnificent Lake District. Isola San Giulio, Lake Orta I NCLUDED F EATURES Accommodations Seven nights in Stresa at the first-class Hotel La Palma. The reathtaking natural eauty of Italy s Lake District has drawn everyone from Renaissance noles to contemporary celerities to gaze at la ella vista. You ll do the same from Stresa, a picturesque town that overlooks the Borromean Islands and Lake Maggiore. As your home for this enchanting exploration of villages, villas and vistas, Stresa offers the est of the Lake District s legendary culture, cuisine and eauty. Meals Cruising Lake Maggiore Borromean Islands day one Depart your gateway city for Milan, Italy.A A Provided for AHI FlexAir participants. day two d STRESA, ITALY Upon arrival in Milan, transfera to Stresa and the Hotel La Palma on Lake Maggiore. This evening, join your fellow travelers for a Welcome Reception and Dinner at the hotel. day three d LAKE ORTA Educational Focus: The Development of the Lake District. Learn aout Italy s Lake District, a haven of Alpine peaks, gardens and lakes that have een influenced throughout history y many historical figures. Excursion: Lake Orta. Enjoy a scenic drive to Lake Orta. Take a walking tour of Orta San Giulio, a eautiful resort town that sits on the peninsula that juts into the lake. Then, oard a oat to visit Isola San Giulio, the island in the lake, to see the spectacular frescoes in a fourth-century asilica. Independent Exploration: Enjoy some free time in Orta San Guilio for lunch and exploring on your own. Educational Focus: The Gardens of Lake Maggiore. Learn the history of the powerful Borromeo family and how they transformed the tranquil islands that now are named after them into splendid retreats featuring palaces and landscaped gardens. day four l BORROMEAN ISLANDS Educational Focus: Golden Age of the Renaissance. Delve into the true genius of Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie UNESCO The Church and Dominican Convent of Santa Maria delle Grazie with Leonardo da Vinci s The Supper in Milan is a UNESCO World Heritage site featured in this program. day eight Detail: The Supper, Milan Leonardo da Vinci and Michelangelo and trace their profound influences on sculpture and painting. Excursion: The Borromean Islands. Cruise Lake Maggiore aoard a private oat to Isola Madre, the largest of the Borromean Islands. Enjoy a guided visit of its extensive otanical gardens. The tranquil English-style gardens are filled with exotic flowers, rare plants and ancient trees. Then, emrace the rustic charm of the peaceful fishing village of Isola dei Pescatori. Stroll its narrow streets lined y the quaint houses of the hard-working fishermen and their families who call this island home. Finally, visit Isola Bella, the Beautiful Island, extolled y writers over the centuries. Explore its 17th-century aroque palace and summer house that is home to a mosaic grotto and an astounding collection of art and antiques. Stroll through hanging gardens adorned with Greek and Roman statuary while listening to rare irds. Local Flavor: Savor a delicious lunch at a restaurant on Isola dei Pescatori. Independent Exploration: Shop Bellagio s outiques or stroll along the waterfront. Excursion: Como. Travel y private oat from Bellagio to Como. Discover how the town has kept much of its ancient Roman street plan. Begin your walking tour at Piazza Cavour, which fronts the lake and is lined with cafés, hotels and shops. Independent Exploration: Discover more of Como at your leisure. Browse through the shops or walk along the lake. Independent Exploration: Enjoy time at leisure this evening in Stresa. day five MILAN Excursion: A Cultural Visit to Milan. See some of the world s most stunning art and architecture in Milan. Enjoy a memorale trip to the eautiful Renaissance Church of Santa Maria delle Grazie to see Leonardo s magnificent The Supper. Then, visit the museum at the legendary La Scala, Italy s opulent, premier opera house. Enter the flamoyant 14th-century Duomo, a Gothic masterpiece defended y 2,244 marle saints and nearly 100 scowling gargoyles. Independent Exploration: Spend time at leisure getting to know cosmopolitan and cultural Milan. a neighorhood restaurant or sidewalk café while sampling local specialties. Educational Focus: Contemporary Italy. Enjoy an engaging discussion of Italy s current economy, politics, society and role in the European Union. Cultural Event: Meet the People. Learn aout daily Italian life from local residents. day seven l d BELLAGIO COMO Excursion: Bellagio. Enjoy a oat ride to Bellagio on. Explore Bellagio, where you will roam narrow lanes and day six covered walkways lined with pastel houses. Admire the 18th- and 19th-century villas uilt STRESA y the region s nole families. Independent Exploration: The day is at leisure to pursue your own interests. Use this Local Flavor: Enjoy a delicious lunch at time to sightsee or shop in Stresa, or relax at a lakeside restaurant. l d PALLANZA Cultural Event and Local Flavor: Learn the secrets of traditional Italian cuisine during an interactive cooking lesson at a restaurant efore savoring lunch. Excursion: Villa Taranto. Travel to Pallanza to visit the late-19th-century Villa Taranto. Scottish Captain Neil McEacharn ought the villa in 1931. He transformed the grounds into one of Europe s most eautiful otanic gardens, containing some 20,000 different plant varieties including dahlias, water lilies and flowering trees. This evening, attend a special Farewell Reception and Graduation Ceremony, followed y a Farewell Dinner. day nine Enjoy an extensive meal program, featuring seven reakfasts, three lunches and four dinners. Tea or coffee is included with all meals, plus wine with dinner. Take advantage of leisure time to try local cuisine independently. Sample authentic regional specialties at local restaurants. Attend a special Welcome Reception and Dinner. Gather for a Farewell Reception and Graduation Ceremony followed y a Farewell Dinner. Your Exciting Travel Program (For details, see the day-y-day itinerary.) Informative educational programs, presented y local experts, will enhance your insight into the region. Personal VOX listening devices allow you to hear every word from your expert, English-speaking guides. All excursions: Visit Lake Orta and its island. Discover Lake Maggiore and the Borromean Islands: Isola Bella, Isola Madre and Isola dei Pescatori. Explore cosmopolitan Milan. Cruise to the lakeside towns of Bellagio and Como. Enjoy an Italian cooking lesson. Admire the colorful Villa Taranto in Pallanza. Many Included Extras IN TRANSIT After reakfast, transfer to the airport for the return flights your gateway city.a Consultation services of a dedicated Passenger Service Representative prior to departure. Note: Due to operational conditions, the order of events in this itinerary will vary depending upon your travel dates. A date-specific itinerary will e sent to you prior to departure. Some events on this program involve an element of walking. Included meals indicated each day as B/L/D = Breakfast/Lunch/Dinner Services of an experienced Campus Director. Detailed travel and destination information to assist in your planning. Tipping of excursion guides and drivers. Complimentary travel wallet. Isola Bella A C C O M M O D AT I O N S Hotel la Palma stresa The Hotel La Palma is situated in a quiet, centrally located neighorhood on the anks of Lake Maggiore. The hotel offers a stylish restaurant specializing in Italian and international cuisine as well as a stunning rooftop lounge. Take a dip in the lakeside pool, which affords super views of the Borromean Islands, and soak up sunshine on the poolside terrace or the hotel s private each. Enjoy a workout in the panoramic fitness room, or relax in the sauna, whirlpool or solarium. Each well-appointed guest room features its own terrace or alcony. The hotel also offers a 24-hour front desk, a concierge, a currency exchange, a usiness center, and laundry and dry cleaning services. Complimentary Wi-Fi is availale.