We, too, had been wondering if the earthquake would impact the Bellisima Italy itinerary. We are on the Sept. 1 tour and while it is a few months away, it's concerning. We'd appreciate Tauck's input.
Sunday's earthquake could be felt across the region, but luckily for Tauck groups, this did not affect any journeys currently operating in Italy. Therefore, we also predict no changes to the itineraries of any upcoming departures. Tauck will continue to monitor any additional developments in the region. If there are any further updates, or required changes the Tauck home office will notify all guests.
We just got back from the May 25 trip. We had a minor detour but stayed on the itinerary as planned. There were a couple of churches that were blocked off but for the most part it seemed like a non-event over there. It's a fabulous trip!
We just got back from the May 25 trip. We had a minor detour but stayed on the itinerary as planned. There were a couple of churches that were blocked off but for the most part it seemed like a non-event over there. It's a fabulous trip!
Thanks so very much Flgirl for your feedback. We've been watching the situation in the hopes that things have settled down for the sake of those who live there and are impacted as well as those of us on this tour. Our tour is Sept. 1. We hope you had a marvelous time!
We too were on the May 25th trip and had a great time. I'd like to expand a bit on Flgirl's comment about the detour. Because of considerable damage to the Ducal Palace in Mantua, we didn't go into Mantua and instead visited the Ferrari Museum in Maranello. For the Italian art lovers on the tour it was a great disappointment to miss seeing Mantegna's frescoes, one of the art masterpieces of Italy. I have read on the web that the Ducal Palace is closed indefinitely.
I am glad to read that your tour was enjoyable and was not affected by the earthquakes. My wife and I will be experiencing this tour on June 23rd.
We have toured with Tauck before and was interested as to what the dress attire was for the days on the Lakes. Were shorts and capris appropriate?
Your input will help us packing for the tour.
Good hearing you had a great time, mdbabs. For those art lovers on this tour, no doubt, it was disappointing to not be able to visit Ducal Palace. We're hoping by the time we take this tour, Mantua/Ducal Palace will be back on the schedule.
bunk, I hope you and your wife will have a wonderful time. My husband and I are taking this tour Sept. 1. If you'd be so kind as to post updates and any helpful information upon your return, it would be most appreciated.
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Sunday's earthquake could be felt across the region, but luckily for Tauck groups, this did not affect any journeys currently operating in Italy. Therefore, we also predict no changes to the itineraries of any upcoming departures. Tauck will continue to monitor any additional developments in the region. If there are any further updates, or required changes the Tauck home office will notify all guests.
Sincerely,
Tim
Thanks so very much Flgirl for your feedback. We've been watching the situation in the hopes that things have settled down for the sake of those who live there and are impacted as well as those of us on this tour. Our tour is Sept. 1. We hope you had a marvelous time!
Barbara
We have toured with Tauck before and was interested as to what the dress attire was for the days on the Lakes. Were shorts and capris appropriate?
Your input will help us packing for the tour.
Good hearing you had a great time, mdbabs. For those art lovers on this tour, no doubt, it was disappointing to not be able to visit Ducal Palace. We're hoping by the time we take this tour, Mantua/Ducal Palace will be back on the schedule.
bunk, I hope you and your wife will have a wonderful time. My husband and I are taking this tour Sept. 1. If you'd be so kind as to post updates and any helpful information upon your return, it would be most appreciated.
On the Lakes, shorts and capris are perfectly appropriate daytime wear. Stresa on Lake Maggiore was one of our favorite places on the tour.
Barbara